Credit Hours
The number of CS490 credit hours proctors receive depends on how many hours they work. Students can mix and match these tasks to earn up to 3 credit hours per semester:
| Mix-and-Match Tasks | Additional CS490 Credit Hours Earned |
|---|---|
| Assist 1 course section | +1 credit hour |
| Assist 2 course sections | +2 credit hours |
| Assist 2 hours per week in Open Lab | +1 credit hour |
| Assist 4 hours per week in Open Lab | +2 credit hours |
| Assist 30 hours per semester in Open Lab at peak times | +1 credit hour |
Supervision
While the Course Coordinator is the instructor of record for CS490, the CS101 section instructors teaching the sections proctors are assigned to or working in Open Lab with the proctors are responsible for providing day-to-day supervision of proctors. Feedback from the supervising will be used in determining grades for each proctor.
Proctors are expected to assist students in-class and in Open Lab as needed. Good proctors should be self-starters who respond to student requests for assistance without prompting from the supervising instructor.
Duties
In-class proctors are expected to assist the instructor as requested. Common duties include providing students with one-on-one assistance, running the instructor computer, monitoring student computers using Smart Sync, and monitoring exams. Instructors and proctors should work together to determine how the proctor’s skills can best be utilized.
Open Lab proctors assist students who have questions with CS101 assignments or other course material. Since there are slow periods in Open Lab, proctors are encouraged to bring their own work when they are not needed to help students. Proctors should remain attentive in case their assistance is required.
All proctors will be expected to provide feedback and suggestions for improvement of the course. Special projects may also be assigned.
Attendance
Proctors are expected to consistently attend all scheduled class times or Open Lab meetings. Proctors are responsible for contacting their supervising instructor, preferably in advance, in the case of an unavoidable absence.
Final Grades
Final grades are based on feedback provided by supervising instructors based on the following rubric:
| Final Grade | Requirements |
|---|---|
| A | Proctor always attended scheduled times or notified supervising instructor if there was an unavoidable absence. Proctor was familiar with the course material, almost always able to effectively assist students, and was capable of working unsupervised. |
| B | Proctor regularly attended scheduled times or notified supervising instructor if there was an unavoidable absence. Proctor was generally familiar with the course material, was able to effectively assist students in most cases, and was capable of working with minimal supervision. |
| C | Proctor had several unexcused absences. Proctor was often familiar with the course material, able to effectively assist students in many cases, but required regular supervision. |
| D | Proctor had many unexcused absences. Proctor was sometimes familiar with the course material, but only able to effectively assist students in some cases and required significant supervision. |
| F | Proctor was absent more than half the time. Proctor was rarely familiar with the course material, infrequently able to effectively assist students, and required significant supervision. |
Proctors electing to receive a pass/fail grade must complete at least the requirements for the D level to earn a P (passing) grade.
Assignments
There are no formal assignments in Computer Science 490.
Academic Integrity
The integrity of the classes offered by any academic institution solidifies the foundation of its mission and cannot be sacrificed to expediency, ignorance, or blatant fraud. Therefore, the instructor will enforce rigorous standards of academic integrity in all aspects and assignments of this course.
Violations
Examples of academic integrity violations include but are not limited to:
- Inappropriate use of CS101 or CS490 resources including but not limited to homework and exam projects, answers, solution files, proprietary information, and facilities.
- Assisting a CS101 student in violating that course’s academic integrity policy.
- Making fraudulent or dishonest statements regarding your work.
Penalties
A range of penalties is possible for academic integrity violations. The Office of Academic Integrity will be notified of all suspected academic integrity violations, which will be noted in your WVU record. Their office determines penalties, but at a minimum, students can expect to lose all credit for the assignment in question and be assigned additional educational sanctions. Subsequent violations generally result in harsher penalties. Suspension, expulsion, fines, and fees may be levied. Honors College policy to disassociate from honors students who have been found responsible for a violation.
Additional information on WVU’s academic integrity policy is available in the West Virginia University Academic Catalog. If you have any questions about this policy or if an activity is allowed, it is your responsibility to check with your instructor beforehand.
This academic integrity policy continues to be in force even after you complete Computer Science 490. Post-completion penalties may be enforced through modifications to the final grade recorded on your transcript.