Software Development: Programming in Java

2023-2024 Course Syllabus

Instructor: Greg Bustamante

STA Main Number: 816-986-3410
Office: 816-986-3421
Fax: 816-986-3435
E-mail: [Link]@[Link]
Office Hours: 10:00 – 11:40 am
2:00 – 2:50 pm

Course Description
This course emphasizes programming methodology and problem solving. Algorithm design and
development, data abstraction, good programming style, testing and debugging will be
presented. An appropriate block structured high-level programming language will be studied and
used to implement algorithms. This course prepares students with a highly sought after skill set
in the market and lays the foundation for additional study in the field of Computer Science.

High School Credits: 3 units (2 semesters)

LSR7 Weighted Credit: .666
NON Lee's Summit Schools Weighted Credit: Varies by School
College Dual Credit: UCM CS 1100/1110

Prerequisites
● Grade 11 or 12
● Proficient in Keyboarding, min. 30 wpm
● Reading/Writing at 10th grade level or higher
● Algebra II with a B- or better OR previous programming knowledge
● 2.5 GPA (Unweighted)
● 90% Attendance
● Outside class Internet access is required

Recommended: CHAOS I or PLTW Computer Science Essentials or PLTW Computer Science

Principles
Instructional Philosophy
In this course, students will be completing a series of progressively more challenging activities
and projects typical of the software engineering programming field, working in small groups, in
pairs and individually. As a part of these activities, students will be applying academic skills in
mathematics, science, and language arts.

High quality work is expected of all students, so students may be asked to re-do work until it is
of a level of quality that would be acceptable in a professional setting. Students will be expected
to act as a young professional at all times.

Essential Standards
Upon successful completion of this course, each student should be able to:

● Develop and analyze algorithms to solve problems

● Use a block-structured high-level programming language
● Write programs to solve various problems
● Create, test and debug programs using an integrated programming language
development system
● Describe and use well-known algorithms and data structures
● Understand and use recursion
● Code and document using commonly accepted programming standards
● Identify the major hardware and software components of a computer system, their
relationship to one another, and the roles of these components within the system
● Demonstrate an understanding of procedural programming and data abstraction
● Understand basic concepts of object-oriented programming
● Understand classes, abstract classes, objects and interfaces
● Understand data abstraction, inheritance and polymorphism
● Program with GUI, graphics and event-driven techniques
● Solve problems using critical thinking skills (analyze, synthesize, and evaluate)
independently and in teams, with a high degree of creativity and innovation
● Communicate and present technical topics to a non-technical audience
● Implement agile development practices while working in teams

Course Content Outline

● Introduction to Computers, Programs and Java
● Elementary Programming
● Selections
● Mathematical Functions, Characters, and Strings
● Loops
● Methods
● Single-Dimensional Array
 ● Multidimensional Arrays
● Recursion
● Classes and Objects
● Strings and Text I/O
● Inheritance and Polymorphism
● GUI Basics
● Abstract Classes and Interfaces
● Graphics
● Event-Driven Programming/Exception Handling

Major Assignments/Projects
● Cumulative portfolio of code demonstrating practical implementation of concepts
● Participation in a coding competition, hackathon, or other industry event
● Implementation and presentation of a client-based project

Student Performance Assessment

● Engagement and participation in classroom activities and discussions
● Individual and group coding assignments and challenges
● Collaboration skills and individual contributions on team-based assignments
● Professional communication and presentation skills
● Planning and prioritization of tasks and ability to deliver on commitments
● Unit assessments
● Semester exam

Grading Policy
Grading will be figured using the Summit Technology Academy approved grading scale. Grades
are cumulative throughout the semester. The grade will be based on the following total points:
participation/engagement, coding exercises, presentations, projects, assessments, and tests. A
comprehensive written final will comprise 10% of semester grade.

The following standardized grading scale is used for STA:

A = 95 - 100 C = 73 - 76

A- = 90 - 94 C- = 70 - 72

B+ = 87 - 89 D+ = 67 - 69

B = 83 - 86 D = 63 - 66

B- = 80 - 82 D- = 60 - 62
 C+ = 77 - 79 F = 59 & below (No Credit)

Colleges use a four-point system of grading (A= 4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0) without a minus and
plus option.

Tutoring/Extra Help Plan

STA utilizes a pyramid of interventions in order to ensure students successfully meet the course
requirements. Tutoring or extra help can be obtained by contacting the STA teacher through
email, phone or Schoology learning management system. The teacher will provide either
immediate help, set up a time to meet, or utilize an online video conference method.

Academic Integrity
STA instructors have a responsibility to evaluate student progress in learning and to evaluate
student work for assigning course credit. Academic integrity on the part of the student requires
an honest effort on all assignments, exams, presentations, products, and performances that are
part of graded course elements. “Honest effort” means doing one’s best, but also not doing
better than one’s best through unfair means. Student cooperation and honest effort on
assessment activities are vital to the effectiveness of the outcomes assessment program. By
giving an honest effort on surveys, exams, or other activities that are used for assessment
purposes, students contribute in meaningful ways to the integrity and value of their education.

Classroom Expectations
1. When an instructor, guest or student is speaking to the class, laptops will be turned off
and they will be given your full undivided attention.
2. Students are expected to follow all of the guidelines listed in the LSR7 student
handbook.
3. Playing games during class is prohibited.
4. There is to be no food or drink in class, with the exception of water. There may be certain
times of the year when this is excused. Those times will be clearly noted.
5. You may not use any unauthorized programs or equipment. If you have not been
instructed by me to use it, then it is unauthorized.
6. Do not make unauthorized changes to the equipment. This includes downloads or
installing anything. The use of the internet in this classroom is a privilege, not a right.
7. Cell phone use is prohibited. They will be confiscated if seen, used or heard. Exceptions
can be made if I direct you to use them in a project or if you are expecting an important
call. Notify me before the class starts if you need to use your cell phone.
8. No sleeping in class. You can not learn if you are asleep and you may miss important
information.
The first violation of these rules will result in a warning and written documentation. If the rule is
violated a second time the student will receive a personal improvement plan where the
instructor identifies the problem and the student will create an action plan to resolve the issue.
This action plan should include specific and measurable objectives that are accurate, relevant
and time-bound. If the rule is violated a third or subsequent times the student may be referred to
the office. Any violence or damage to property will not be tolerated and students will be sent to
the office immediately. The instructor has discretion to, due to the severity of the issue, deal with
any violation as they deem appropriate in accordance with district policies.

Electronic Gradebook/Parent Connect Website

Grades are updated at least once a week in PowerSchool. The link is on the district website and
instructions are here: [Link]

Academic Lettering
Students who have earned a 94.50% or higher in a STA program for the first semester AND a
94.50% or higher grade at the time of the fifth grading period will receive the academic letter,
also known as a Chenille letter.

Attendance Policy
Regular attendance reflects dependability. The experience gained by students in the laboratory
cannot be duplicated in the event of absence. Summit Technology Academy’s policy may
differ from that of the sending school and will be in effect for the period of attendance at
STA.

A student shall be allowed no more than nine (9) absences, excused or unexcused, per
semester in any one class. When a student reaches 9 days, the school will send an
informational letter to the parents, regardless of prior contact by phone or conference. The letter
serves as notification of the number and type of absences by the student in each class. On the
tenth (10) absence, in any one class, the student will not earn credit for that class. Students will
have the opportunity to work with their administrator or teacher to make up missed time prior to
the end of the semester. If a student still has 10 or more absences at the conclusion of the
semester the student will be required to complete an attendance waiver appeal. A waiver to
maintain full credit must be submitted by the end of the semester. This waiver should include
documentation of illness, funeral, or family emergency from a medical doctor, dentist, minister,
or other official source. The waiver should be turned into the attendance office.

Tardy Policy
Tardies will be issued according to the student handbook. Students are on time if they are
seated in the classroom at 07:55 for AM session or 11:55 for PM session and have begun
working on the bell work. Please take care of water-drinking and restroom needs BEFORE the
class begins.

Driving Privileges
Driving to STA is a privilege and can be revoked at any time. Students are allowed to drive to
STA as long as their sending school allows them to drive and a permit is on file. Driving permits
may be revoked if a student is frequently tardy or late to school. Please refer to the STA student
handbook for full driving/parking policy.

Electronics Policy
No electronics or headphones are allowed in the classroom unless being used in the
educational process as directed by the instructor. Electronics should be placed in backpacks or
purses and out of sight. Students are encouraged to interact and help one another when
appropriate.

Dual Credit Opportunities

Offered to eligible students according to the Coordinating Board of Higher Education. Credit will
be granted from University of Central Missouri.

This course also fulfills requirements for University of Central Missouri CS 1100 Computer
Programming I and CS 1110 Computer Programming II. The textbook that forms the spine for
this course is Introduction to Java Programming, 12th edition, Y. Daniel Liang, Pearson 2020.

MIC Accelerated Early Bachelor Degree Program

Students who take Software Development at Summit Technology Academy their junior year
AND have a 3.0 unweighted GPA/95% attendance may also choose to participate in a university
partnership program called Missouri Innovation Campus (MIC), in which students begin to earn
a bachelor's degree while still in high school. The bachelor's degree is offered through the
University of Central Missouri - Lee's Summit. This program helps to significantly reduce the
overall cost of a bachelor's degree. Students will participate in extensive internship opportunities
with companies such as Cerner, VML, NIC, and many more. Students who qualify and have
interest, must mark that they are interested on their STA Online Application.

Cerner Scholars Internship Option

After at least one semester of the Software Development course, students can apply for Intern
in STEM and intern at Cerner during the fall and/or spring semester. Click here to learn more
about Cerner Scholars.
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