FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about my CISC 190 Java Programming class.

  • Is this a fully online class?
    Yes, this is a fully online class.

  • Will there be any days where we have to meet on campus?
    No. All class activities are online. You only have to go to the campus if you do not have a computer or for non-class related activities.

  • What is the required textbook for this class?

    Click for larger image of the cover.

    Starting Out with Java - From Control Structures through Objects, 4th Edition, by Tony Gaddis with myCodeMate. Copyright © 2010, Pearson Education, Inc. ISBN 0-136-12054-7.
    (Textbook only: ISBN 0-136-08020-0)

    An eTextbook is available for about half the price of a paper textbook. Your professor uses an eTextbook and likes it a lot. Check out CourseSmart.com for details.

  • Can I use another Java programming textbook?
    Yes, you can, but you must also use the required textbook since all assignments and lessons will be based on the required textbook.

  • How can I get an add code for this class?
    I have a link to that on this web site. See the "Add Code" link for details.

  • Can I get free software?
    The software for this class is all free. See the "Software" link for details.

  • What computer do you recommend?
    Any Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7 computer will work for this class as long as it has at least 1 GB of memory.

  • Can I take this class on a Mac?
    Yes, you can, but I will only be able to help you with questions relating to Java programming since I am not a Mac user.

  • I never took a computer programming class before. Will this class be right for me?
    This class does not require any previous programming experience. I will be teaching this class as if this is your first computer programming class. But you must know how to use a computer and how to get around on the Internet and Windows. This is not an introduction to computers class. If you fear or hate mathematics and logic, you should not take computer programming.

  • I never took an online class before. Will this class be right for me?
    If you have the discipline to read the textbook, take notes, read my notes, do the exercises, do the assignments, and take quizzes without me telling (nagging) you to do so, you will do fine. If you need hands-on assistance, if you are a visual learner, if you learn by seeing and doing more than by reading and doing, you may have trouble keeping up in this class.

Email me at rpelleti@sdccd.edu if you have any questions that were not covered here or on the syllabus.

 

 
RP Info   Spring 2012