Comp 150 Schedule and Assignments, Spring 2006

The dates below give the sequence and a general idea of the time spent, though we may get ahead or behind this time schedule at different points, depending on the needs of the class.  

Each reading assignment is preceded by a text abbreviation:  AE refers to the Analytical Engine; Py refers to the Python text.  The reading should be done in preparation for the class (before the date).  Questions derived from the most basic ideas can immediately appear on pop quizzes.  Where the material is more dense, basic quiz questions may come just after we discuss a subject in class.  There is a plus sign after many reading, followed by related review questions and exercises in same text, which you are encouraged to do as you read, or shortly after we have gone over the material in class.  Nothing under Reading and Practice needs to be passed in (though you are welcomed to raise questions in class, or bring your work and go over it with me or a TA in office hours or tutoring hours).  

Written assignments are referenced at least twice.  The first reference is when an assignment should at least start making sense, and the assignment is likely to be initially discussed in class.  The future due date is shown in red.  Assignment links should become active before the initial assignment date.  Written assignments are also listed on the date they need to be submitted.  They should be turned in to Blackboard by the end of the day listed (at midnight), unless otherwise noted.