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6 Chairperson’s Book Used in Assembly Language Class by Richard Detmer Computer architecture, in the traditional definition, refers to the aspects of a computer that can be seen at the machine language/assembly language level: registers, memory (addressed multiple ways), and the computer’s instruction set. Introduction to 80x86 Assembly Language and Computer Architecture gives undergraduate students an introduction to computer architecture using basic Intel 80x86 architecture as a concrete platform. The accompanying CD has a software package including Microsoft’s Macro Assembler, a linker that will generate 32-bit flat memory model programs (the one with MASM won’t), and a Windows debugger for these programs. The debugger permits students to “see inside” the computer, watching how registers and memory change as instructions are executed. The software also includes a simple input/output package to facilitate string I/O, plus conversion of strings to integer format and integers to strings. This enables students to write “real” programs without worrying about operating system details. This book is the product of a long evolution including a 1990 book, Fundamentals of Assembly Language Programming Using the IBM PC and Compatibles, completed after Dr. Detmer arrived at MTSU in 1998 and published by Jones and Bartlett in 2001. Using Introduction to 80x86 Assembly Language and Computer Architecture, students complete MTSU’s Introduction to Assembly Language course knowing basic 80x86 architecture, understanding how high-level languages are implemented at the machine level, and undoubtedly better appreciating the ease of use of high-level languages. � $50,000 in Equipment Stolen by Michelle Higdon and Richard Detmer Sometime between Friday, November 30, and Sunday, December 2, 2001, $50,000 in equipment was stolen from the department. Chairperson Dr. Richard Detmer first noticed the theft as he entered the office on Monday, December 3, at approximately 7:30 a.m. and saw that the blinds on the window and office door had been closed. Shortly thereafter, department secretary Michelle Higdon entered the office. As part of the daily routine, Michelle began to unlock the key box. The lock fell out and Campus Security was called immediately. Dr. Detmer returned to the office after beginning his class to report stolen overhead projectors from KOM 321 and 323. The labs and other offices were also checked. Much to our dismay, the KOM 350 lab area had a missing overhead projector, and two quad processor computers were missing from our Beowulf cluster area. Each item stolen was valued at approximately $10,000. Campus police officers examined each area that was burglarized and took reports from various staff members. Student Advisory Board by Richard Detmer Each year, computer science faculty nominate students to the Student Advisory Board. The students are at all class levels, freshman through graduate. They meet with the chairperson and two other faculty members (Dr. Judy Hankins and Dr. Jungsoon Yoo during 2001-2002 and Dr. Medha Sarkar and Dr. Sung Yoo during 2002-2003) twice during the academic year to gather opinions about what is being done well and what could be improved. The fall 2001 Student Advisory Board meeting was held November 30 at Dr. Detmer’s house. A chili supper preceded formal discussion. The spring 2002 meet- They also dusted for fingerprints. The Information Technology Division helped by getting three used overhead projectors mounted for use within a 24-hour period. There were similar thefts during this time in the Midgett Business Building and the Business and Aerospace Building that specifically involved overhead projectors. It was suggested that they were being used for home entertainment systems. Shortly thereafter, the executive vice president and provost’s office informed us that all stolen inventory would be replaced through state theft reimbursement monies. This was very good news! Since the burglary, everything stolen has been replaced with new equipment. To our knowledge, the thieves have not been caught. As a department, we are taking various measures to provide more security throughout our area as funds are available. � ing was held in Kirksey Old Main on April 22. The students enjoyed their favorite food, pizza! During fall 2002 students again came to Dr. Detmer’s home on October 29, this time eating hamburgers and sharing their ideas. Issues discussed at the meetings ranged from lab/classroom physical environment to suggestions for new courses. Some questions are answered at the meetings and some issues are assigned to departmental committees for review and recommendations. The department welcomes this opportunity for valuable input from students. �
MTSU Student Chapter of ACM by Cen Li The student chapter of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) had two busy yet successful years. We held twelve meetings each year. These included informative talks, parties, and games. Thanks to Ms. Parker who drafted the invitation letter (including the top 10 reasons for joining ACM). We had a record number of students join and all meetings were very well attended. We enjoyed pizza, drinks, and good talks, and door prizes were given out to lucky members as well. Most prizes were donated by faculty members. If you would like to donate any items that we can use as door prizes, please contact me, Ms. Parker, or any of our officers. In fall 2002, after three years of hard work, Dr. Jungsoon Yoo stepped down from the ACM advisor position. Ms. Parker and I became the new ACM advisors. At the same time, new ACM officers were elected. Scott Farr was elected president, Scott Hovis was elected vice president, Julian McBride was elected secretary, and Karen Soh and Naomi Philips were elected treasurers. John Lemon, who has served as president for the previous two years, was elected photographer. ACM organized the first Computer Science Jeopardy in September 2002. Four teams, each with three players, participated. The categories included CS History, CS Acronym, Operating System, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Famous People, and Famous University. Questions were submitted by faculty members in the department. Graduate assistant Jeff Anderson Michael Peters, Chris Stout, and Mike Vire were members of the winning team. In December 2002, ACM participated in the Toys for Tots program and donated more than 10 toys to boys and girls in the region. The ACM-sponsored .NET user group, led by John Lemon, held regular meetings throughout the year. The campuswide Microsoft.NET 2003 launch was held in the Tucker Theatre on March 26, 2003. Scott Farr, John Lemon, and Julian McBride As sponsor for the ACM student organization, I have enjoyed meeting and interacting with the students. We invite alumni to drop by any of our meetings. Meetings and contact information are posted on our Web site at www.mtsu. edu/~csacm. Our students are interested in meeting alumni and listening to their success and horror stories.� Corporate Advisory Board by Richard Detmer The Computer Science Department tries in many ways to keep up with what is happening in the world. For several years we have held a Corporate Advisory Board meeting each spring, welcoming this contact with our corporate representatives and sharing ideas with them. However, the number of people able to attend this dinner meeting has declined each year, and each year there have been “no-shows” and last-minute cancellations, so that it does not seem practical to continue the Corporate Advisory Board in this format. In 2003 we are launching a new effort to share ideas with our corporate friends. We propose to visit our board members’ work sites at mutually convenient times. Our delegation will come with two or three computer science faculty and with College of Basic and Applied Sciences Dean Tom Cheatham (former department chairperson) if he is available. We will briefly tell corporate representatives what is new in the department. Mostly we want to listen and discover how we can work together to serve their needs. The format of the meeting is flexible. The key for us will be to continue getting corporate input about our programs, our graduates, and the needs of our corporate partners. With our other responsibilities, it will probably only be possible to schedule three or four of these visits each year. Please let Dr. Detmer know if you’re interested in participating in a Corporate Advisory Board with this new format. � 7
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