School of Computer and Information Sciences School of Computer and Information Sciences http://www.cis.usouthal.edu/ http://www.cis.usouthal.edu/ Freshman Orientation Freshman Orientation Summer 2006 Summer 2006
Dec 25, 2015
School of Computer and Information SciencesSchool of Computer and Information Sciences
http://www.cis.usouthal.edu/http://www.cis.usouthal.edu/
Freshman OrientationFreshman OrientationSummer 2006Summer 2006
AGENDA
Presentation and HandoutsSign one of the Advising Block Removal Sheets
Handouts Slides Laptop Policy Specialization Check Sheets
Presentation The People What you need to know about… Advising/Scheduling/Registration Contacts
Administration
School of CISMain Office is in FCW 20
David Feinstein Dean
Roy DaigleCoordinator–Info SystemsDirector, CIS Grad Program
Michael DoranCoordinator-Com ScienceComputer Engineering
William Owen, Coordinator-Info TechElectronic Commerce
Staff
Kathy Ford Administrative Assistant
Jennifer Nelson Receptionist
Vickie Mitchell Receptionist/Secretary
Theresa Thompson Academic Counselor
Keith LynnSystem Administrator
School of CIS Faculty
Michael Black
Debra Chapman
Angela Clark
Tom Hain
Richard Johnson
Thomas Johnsten
Jeff Landry
David Langan
Herbert Longenecker Dawn McKinney
Harold Pardue
Gene Simmons
Derrick Snow
Robert Sweeney
Yan ZhouHoward Whitston
Melissa Smith
Academics in the School of CIS
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Interpersonal and Communication SkillsInterpersonal and Communication Skills
Mathematics
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Social and Ethical Issues in Computing
Social and Ethical Issues in Computing
Problem Solving & the Scientific ApproachProblem Solving & the Scientific Approach
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Computing Major
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Computer ScienceWhat is Computer Science all about?What kind of projects do Computer Science majors work on?What is Computer Science all about?What kind of projects do Computer Science majors work on?
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Information SystemsWhat is Information Systems all about?What kind of projects do Information Systems majors work on?What is Information Systems all about?What kind of projects do Information Systems majors work on?
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What is Information Technology all about?What kind of projects do Information Technology majors work on?What is Information Technology all about?What kind of projects do Information Technology majors work on?
What you should know about…the Laptop Ownership Policy
From the Bulletin: All students enrolling in any undergraduate or graduate courses offered by the School of CIS except for CIS 110, CIS 150, CIS 210, CIS 211, CIS 227, CIS 250 and CIS 500, are required to own a personal laptop computer system that conforms to the current School minimum published standards. This is a one-student one-machine requirement. Specifications (minimums are given below)
Processor: Intel Pentium 4 or Celeron 2.8 GHz+, Intel Pentium-M 1.6 GHz+, or AMD Athlon XP 2400+
Hard Drive: 40 GB or greater CD ROM: 24X or greater, CD-RW recommended RAM: 256 MB minimum, 512 MB recommended Network: Wired Ethernet 10BaseT required, Wireless 802.11b/g required
(built-in or via PC Card adapter.) The School of CIS has a wireless 802.11G network. Modem: 56K V.90 Cabling: Phone and Ethernet patch cables
“Wet ports” to connect to campus networks will be available for student use at many locations on campusStudents may wish to add other equipment to their system.
A laptop case A “USB key” drive as an alternate means of moving large files can be very useful too. A printer An external USB floppy disk drive – some ultra-portable laptops lack a built-in one.
Math for CIS Majors is Important!
Is required of all CIS majors Information Systems and
Information Technology majors MA 120 Survey of Calculus or MA 267, Discrete Mathematics*
Computer Science majors must complete
MA 267, Discrete Mathematics MA 125-126, Calculus I & II
Is used for placement in CIS programming courses
CIS 115: Math Placement Score of 65-74
CIS 120: Math Placement Score >=75 or Completion of MA 112 and CIS
115
If your score is you can enroll in
35 to 48 DS 081
49 to 57 DS 083
58 to 64 DS 084
65 to 74 MA 112
75 or more MA 120
80 or more MA 267
85 or more MA 125
MA 110 is NOT an acceptable Math Courses for ANY CIS Major!MA 110 is NOT an acceptable Math Courses for ANY CIS Major!MA 110 is NOT an acceptable Math Courses for ANY CIS Major!MA 110 is NOT an acceptable Math Courses for ANY CIS Major!
Math PrerequisitesMath Prerequisites
No Math PrerequisitesNo Math Prerequisites
Overview of Beginning CIS Courses
CIS 115CIS 115
CIS 120CIS 120
CIS 121CIS 121
MPS 65-74MPS 65-74
CIS 101CIS 101 CIS 100CIS 100
ALL CIS MajorsALL CIS Majors
FRESHMANFRESHMAN
MPS >= 75 Or
(CIS 115 and MH 112)
MPS >= 75 Or
(CIS 115 and MH 112)
What you should know about beginning School of CIS courses
CIS 100 Information Technology in Society—you will learn more about The role of Information Technology in Society Your professional and ethical responsibilities in Society Legal issues in computing Required of all Students
CIS 101 CIS Freshman Year Experience—you will learn more about the University of South Alabama studying and managing your time effectively what assistance is available to students more about the three CIS majors: Computer Science, Information
Systems, and Information Technology Required of all Beginning Freshmen After completing CIS 101 you will be expected to make
a choice of CIS major
What you should know about beginning School of CIS courses
CIS 115 Introduction to Computer and Information Sciences—you will learn
how to use a computer to solve problems how to how to represent your computer-based solutions
using graphical diagrams document your computer-based solutions how to implement your computer-based solutions using a
programming language simple concepts of Object Oriented Programming Prerequisite is a Math Placement score of at least 65 but not
more than 75. You will need a laptop for this class
This course is only for students whose math placement score is less than 75.
This course is only for students whose math placement score is less than 75.
What you should know about beginning School of CIS courses
CIS 120, Problem Solving & Programming Concepts I: You will learn how to use a compiler and its debugging tools write programs involving sequence, loop, and decision to solve
problems use simple and aggregate data structures make estimations of efficiency for simple algorithms prepare simple classes for object-oriented applications Prerequisite is a Math Placement score of at least 75 or (MA 112
and CIS 115). You will need a laptop for this class
What you should know about beginning School of CIS courses
CIS 121, Problem Solving & Programming Concepts II: You will learn how to
design solutions to complex problems using abstraction design applications using new classes from existing classes write file management applications use dynamic data structures such as lists, stacks, queues in
problem solving create event-driven applications and applets use testing strategies to thoroughly test algorithms Prerequisite is CIS 121 You will need a laptop for this class
What you should know about… Advising
Advising is about making big decisions… Which semester should a course be taken? What are some good supporting electives for your
special interestsAdvising is mandatory… Involves consultation with a knowledgeable guide Spring advising occurs during the Fall semester Summer & Fall advising occurs during the Spring
Semester Registration blocks are set automatically each
semester
Your first advising experience is tomorrow at 1:00 pm!
Your first advising experience is tomorrow at 1:00 pm!
What you should know about…Extra-curricula activities
University—get involved with university life and student organizations
About the SGA Help from CIS Senator
Professional Activities
Professional Organizations—get involved in the Student Chapter of the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM)
Contact Us!Main Office Phone: (251) 460-6390
EmailDean: David L. Feinstein
[email protected] Science: Michael Doran
[email protected] Systems or Graduate
Program: Roy [email protected]
Information Technology: William [email protected]
WebSchool of Computer and
Information Scienceshttp://www.cis.usouthal.edu
University of South Alabama http://www.usouthal.edu or http://www.southalabama.edu
ORIENTATION QUIZ!
Who is the Dean? Answer: Dr. David Feinstein
How many majors are there in CIS?
Answer: 3In which course do you learn about the university and the majors?
Answer: CIS 101What is the math placement score needed to get into the first programming course?
Answer: 75Who do you see if you have a problem?
Answer: Ms. Thompson
What math course is required of all CIS majors?
Answer: MA 267In which course do you learn about professional ethics?
Answer: CIS 100In which course do you learn about problem-solving?
Answer: ALL CIS coursesWhat is the name of the student professional organization?
Answer:ACMWhat must you do before registering for courses?
Answer: Be ADVISED