CSCI 255 Lab
- TEXTS
- There is no textbook, all materials will be provided on-line
- TIME AND PLACE
- W 6:00-7:40 PM
- RBH 223
- INSTRUCTOR
- Rebecca Bruce
- Office: RBH 220
- Office Hours: M,W: 11:15-12:00 & Th 1:00-2:30
- 828.232.2275
- bruce@cs.unca.edu
DESCRIPTION
This is a lab course to accompany CSCI
255. Our objective is to explore micro-processor electronics and
programming using the Arduino board. This is a 'hands-on' lab; all
concepts will be introduced in an interactive environment. There
will be ample opportunity for self-guided exploration and
creativity.
CLASS PHILOSOPHY
We believe that it is essential to
play with technology, exploring different possiblities directly in
hardware and software. We believe that exploration should be
self-guided to the largest extent possible. Creativity is fostered
by self-guided exploration. In order to incourage creativity, this
lab strives to offer the nine dimensions of a climate for innovation
(Prather, C. W., 1996).
- RESOURCES
- Idea Time
- Idea Support
- Challenge and Involvement
- PERSONAL MOTIVATION
- Trust and Openness
- Playfulness and Humor
- Absence of Interpersonal Conflicts
- EXPLORATION
- Risk-Taking
- Debates About the Issues
- Freedom
Lecture: Students are expected to attend all lab meetings. Failure to do so will impact your class grade and will be considered a lack of interest in success on the part of the student. Students are responsible for completeing all work missed due to absense on their own.
LATE ASSIGNMENT POLICY
Late assignments will not be accepted unless you have documented emergency or are representing UNCA on university-sanctioned travel. An equipment failure is not an excuse for turning in an assignment late.
Tentative Course Schedule
- Wed, 08/19/09
- Introductions, Circuit Bending Project, Toy Description
- Wed, 08/26/09
- Part 1: Circuit Mapping; Mapping Forum
- Wed, 09/02/09
- Part 2: Circuit Measuring; Measuring Forum
- Wed, 09/09/09
- Part 3: Circuit Bending; Bending Forum
- Wed, 09/16/09
- Sound Programming Part 1; Sound Part 1 Forum
- Wed, 09/23/09
- Sound Programming Part 2; Sound Part 2 Forum
- Wed, 09/30/09
- Sound Programming Part 3; Sound Part 3 Forum
- Wed, 10/07/09
- LEDs and Sensors Part 1; LEDs and Sensors Part 1 Forum
- Wed, 10/14/09
- LEDs and Sensors Part 2; LEDs and Sensors Part 2 Forum
- Wed, 10/21/09
- Motors Part 1: Servo Control; Servo Control Forum
- Wed, 10/28/09
- Serial Communication Part 1; Communication Part 1 Forum
- Wed, 11/04/09
- Motors Part 2: DC Motor Control
- Wed, 11/11/09
- Serial Communication Part 2; Communication Part 2 Forum
- Wed, 11/18/09
- Student Led Project
- 11/23-27/09
- No Class: Happy Thanksgiving!
- 11/30-12/04/08
- Student Led Project
Grading
| Description | Number | Individual Points | Net Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Projects | 6 | 25 | 150 | |
| Lab Participation |
15 | 5 | 75 | |
| Totals | 225 points | |||
Your lab grade counts for 25% of your course grade for CSCI 255
Resources
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Last modified: August, 2009 22:36