Computer Science Principles Syllabus

COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES COURSE SYLLABUS

(11.47100)

Columbia High School

Teacher(s): E. Keah Floyd Phone Number: 678-874-0802

Room Number/s: Room C160 Email: [email protected]
Website: http://fc.dekalb.k12.ga.us/~Edwina_V_Floyd

Semester: Fall 2016/Spring 2017 Tutorial Days: M-T-Th

Tutorial Hours: 3:15-4:15
Tutorial Location: Room C160

Department Philosophy: Our mission is to provide students with the knowledge and skills of technology, business and
economic models, and legal principles as they relate to society’s thriving industries.

Course Description:

Computer Science Principles is a course consisting of 6 units, approximately 2 weeks each. The course
was developed around a framework of both computer science content and computational practice.
Assignments and instruction are contextualized to be socially relevant and meaningful for diverse
students. Units utilize a variety of tools/platforms, and culminate with final projects around the
following topics: The Internet, Digital Information, Algorithms & Programming, Big Data & Privacy,
Building Apps and Performance Tasks.

The pathway is Computer Science which includes Introduction to Digital Technology, Computer

Science Principles and Game Design in which an End Pathway Assessment will be administered in the
3rd level class.

SKILLS TO BE DEVELOPED
Upon completion of the semester, you will master…..
 The Internet safely for communication and research.

 Searching the Internet effectively and evaluate Web sites for reliability.
 HTML tags and attributes.
 Hyperlinks, graphics, Web-safe colors, and multimedia elements in a Web site.

Course Prerequisites: Introduction to Digital Technology

GPS Standards for Computer Science Principles

IT-CSP-1 Demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry.
IT-CSP-2
Create digital artifacts that foster creative expression including programs, digital music, videos, images, documents, and
combinations of these such as info graphics, presentations, and web pages.
IT-CSP-3
Apply abstractions in digital data to explain how bits are grouped to represent higher-level abstractions such as numbers and
characters.
IT-CSP-4
Design and create computer programs to process and extract information to gain insight and knowledge.
IT-CSP-5
Develop, express, implement, and analyze algorithms analytically and empirically.
IT-CSP-6
Create programs that translate human intention into computational artifacts including music, images, visualizations, and more
while exploring the concepts, techniques and development used in writing programs.
IT-CSP-7
Gain insight into the operation of the Internet, study characteristics of the Internet and systems built upon it, and analyze
important concerns, such as cybersecurity.
IT-CSP-8

Develop a logical argument from the many ways in which computing enables innovation and our methods for
communicating, collaborating, problem solving, and doing business, and analyze the potential benefits and harmful effects of
computing in a the way people think, work, live, and play.
IT-CSP-9
Explore how related student organizations are integral parts of career and technology education courses through leadership
development, school and community service projects, entrepreneurship development, and competitive events.

Course Pacing Guide Outline:

Week Employability Skills Week Big Data & Privacy
1: 10: Big Data & Privacy
Week Building Apps
Week Employability Skills 11: Building Apps
2: Week Building Apps
12: Performance Tasks
Week The Internet Week Performance Tasks
3: 13: CSP Learning Portfolio
Week
Week The Internet 14: CSP Learning Portfolio Presentations
4: Week
15:
Week Digital Information Week
5: 16:
Week
Week Digital Information 17:
6: Week
18:
Week Algorithms & Programming
7:

Week Algorithms & Programming
8:

Week Algorithms & Programming
9:

Grading Scale* Percentage
Area 25%
Formative Assessment 45%
Guided Practice 30%
Summative

* Based on established national/international standards for the Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate
Programs, these courses are exempted from and/or may make modifications to the system-wide grading percentages.
However, the approved syllabi template established by the DeKalb County School System will be used.

Internet Acceptable Use:
The DeKalb County School District provides technologies, networks, and Internet access to support the educational
mission of the District and to enhance the curriculum and learning opportunities for students and District employees.
These technology resources may be used only in support of education and research and consistent with the educational
objectives of the District.

All guidelines set forth in this policy and any relevant regulations or rules are applicable to all telecommunication services
and equipment provided by the District including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Computer workstations and notebook computers;
2. Smart phones, tablets, e-readers, and other mobile devices;
3. Internet services;
4. Telephone services; and
5. Cellular telephone services.

Required Materials:
Students are required to maintain a 1” three ring binder with divider tabs daily in class to write journals and keep handouts.
Students must also purchase a flash drive that MUST be kept in class ONLY! No Exceptions!

Required Student Login: Students are to log on with the student number only! Username s + student # and Password
are dekalb + the last four digits of student #.

Required Email and Edmodo Accounts:

Students are required to create a GMAIL account in Google using their 1st 3 letters of their last name + the last 4 digits of
their student # as their Username and eagles + the last 4 digits of student # for their Password.

Classroom Expectations:
1. Be in class and seated when the bell rings, a TARDY POLICY will be enforced!
2. All cell phones will be TAKEN at the beginning of the period and returned before the bell rings. Any student
refusing will be subject to disciplinary action.
3. Bring notebook to class daily.
4. There will be NO inappropriate or personal use of the Internet in this classroom.
5. Adhere to DeKalb County School System Code of Student Conduct.
6. DeKalb County School System DRESS CODE will be enforced in this classroom.

A student whose behavior shows disrespect for others, including interference with learning and a safe environment,
will be subject to disciplinary action.

Late Assignments, Make-up Policy, Re-do Policy:
All assignments and projects must be completed and turned in by the due date. Any missed or makeup work can be
turned in up to two days prior to the semester ending and the following grading scale will apply:

17 – 13 Weeks Late…………………………………………………………….50%
12 – 7 Weeks Late……………………………………………………………...60%
6 – 1 Week(s) Late…………………………………………………………..…70%

The due date of an assignment determines how late it is.

Please Note: This is an attempt to prevent you (the student) from receiving a ZERO and possibly failing the class, this is
by no means a REQUIREMENT of the teacher.

Hall and Restroom Passes
The teacher will not be issuing hall passes for any reason the first 20 minutes or the last 20 minutes of class. You must
use the restroom prior to entering the classroom, restroom privileges will only be granted to those with a doctor’s note
stating you have a medical condition. This will be strictly ENFORCED!

Career Tech Student Organization for Business & Computer Science is FBLA which is an important partner in the
success of school-to-work programs, business education curriculums, and student leadership development. FBLA is
recognized by the U.S. Departments of Education and Labor as an integral part of a co-curricular approach to business and
leadership education.

The FBLA mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative
leadership and career development programs. We bring our mission to life through the application of our motto: Service,
Education, and Progress. More information can be found at www.gafbla.org. FBLA advisors here at CHS are Mrs. Floyd,
Ms. Amado and Dr. C. Johnson. See one of us to join!

SIGNATURE AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT PAGE

Career Opportunities Related to Computer Science Principles

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Graphic Designer Web Developer

Illustrator Webmaster

The teacher reserves the right to change or adjust any section of the Course Syllabus at any time during the
semester to more adequately meet the needs, abilities, and interest of the students.

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