Learning Objectives

The subset of learning objectives that you can demonstrate your understanding of for exam 1 are:

  • BB1: Create and use several variables of different types
  • FR1: Define a function with parameters and return value based on a specification
  • FR3-AD: Define and use functions (with parameters and return values) in very clear pseudocode to solve a specified problem
  • PD1: Identify and explain syntax or runtime errors (e.g., SyntaxError, TypeError)
  • PD2: Predict the behavior of an imperative program with changing variables
  • PD3-AD: Draw a memory diagram for how variables change in a given program
  • PD5-AD: Predict the behavior of a program with several functions

You will be allowed to bring your checklist with you but there should be no writing on it other than your name and you will submit it with your exam. I’ll return them after the exam. If you have lost your original copy, you can print out a new stapled copy to bring.

Suggestions

Remember that this isn’t your only chance to demonstrate your understanding of these learning objectives, so try not to stress too much. Good ways to study for the exams are:

  • Finish any labs that you hadn’t finished or redo ones that you did finish
  • Go back over the readings/videos relevant to the learning objectives
  • Try any of the exercises at the ends of relevant chapters of the Runestone book that are about the learning objectives
  • Work on the current homework, since it usually overlaps with the exam objectives
  • Attend the prefect sessions