Reading assignments are on the syllabus. A copy of
the textbook is on reserve in the Johnson Center Library.
Paraphrasing or copying from the textbook is plagiarism and earns a
grade of 0. Write in your _own_ words and use complete sentences for
credit. Repeat offenders will get an F in the course and may be
reported to the Honor Committee.
1. Baase, ch 10.5. Pick 3 codes from the ACM Code of Ethics
Comment on how each might apply to situations in the workplace.
Due: beginning of first class, week 2.
2. Baase, p. 254 #1, #5, #17
Due: beginning of first class, week 3.
3. Baase, p. 76 #3, #10 p. 108 #3
Due: beginning of first class, week 4.
4. Choose 3 notable failures described in chapter 4.
Describe them briefly (in your own words) and explain why
the failure or error occurred. Include Therac 25
as one of your choices.
Due: beginning of first class, week 5.
5. Baase, pp. 192-193, #1, #6, #12
Due: beginning of first class, week 6.
Note: These assignments are revised each term. :-)