Transcript SPIS - Summer Program for Incoming Students Department of Computer Science and Engineering Jacobs School, UCSD.

SPIS - Summer Program for
Incoming Students
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Jacobs School, UCSD
What is SPIS ?
An introduction to Computer Science and UCSD
with a focus on critical thinking and analytical
problem solving
via exciting projects
so that students begin their undergraduate careers
motivated and energized for success.
Courses
• Foundations of Computer Science
• Reading, Writing, and Robots
• Facets of Computer Science and UCSD
Goals of SPIS
①To develop critical thinking,
algorithmic problem solving, and engineering skills.
②To develop analytical thinking
and writing skills.
③To develop skills and attitudes for success in
college and life.
④To smooth the transition to UCSD
Features of SPIS
Individual attention
Cohesive curriculum
focusing on analytical
thinking
Open-ended projects that
encourage individual
initiative
SPIS Faculty
Christine Alvarado
Mohan Paturi
Charles Elkan
Amanda Solomon
Mia Minnes
Geoff Voelker
SPIS Tutors
Jeremy Field
AJ Pasaribu
Ren Lee
Anusith Sounnadath
Huang Li
Mimi Liu
Yan Yan
Algorithmic Problem Solving…
Analysis: does
the solution
work?
Critical
thinking:
what problem
needs
solving?
Engineering:
implementing
the algorithm
Algorithms:
how do we
find a
solution?
Two programming languages!
Python
and
Picobot
(high level)
(states)
… Enables Cool Projects!
Watch me pull a rabbit
out of my hat… literally!
Hiding secret messages
Johnson Qu
Forests of trees
(and other fractal art)
John Grasel
Analytical Thinking and Writing …
QUESTION
… helps you see the big picture!
What are humanities &
social science courses
like?
How do I express
my opinion and
arguments
convincingly?
What is the relationship between humanity, technology, & culture?
Skills for Success in College
Perseverance
What do I
know?
Know when you need
help, and ask for it
What don’t
I know?
Goalsetting
Success
Transition to UCSD
CSE and college
advisors
Residential
program
Senior
undergraduate
CS majors
mentors
Meet
researchers and
faculty from CSE
and other
departments
Student Affairs and Administrative Team
Ivonne Avila
Anna Skowronek
Viera Kair
Katheryn Ritten
Lynne Keith-McMullen
SPIS Residential Team
Jennifer Klage
Javier Morena
Joseph Kim
Aurora Lopez
On a Serious Note
• UCSD CSE is committed to providing you with
the best educational opportunities
• We sincerely hope that you make the most of
these opportunities
• Students: Thank you for attending the
program
• Parents: Thank you for supporting your
students
On a Lighter Note
•
Have a pleasant and productive stay!