Student Originated Software 1997-1998

A Software Engineering Course at
The Evergreen State College

1997-1998 Questionnaire

Before registering in SOS, you need to complete this questionnaire. Please keep your total responses to about two pages. If at all possible "word-process" or type them. If you have trouble understanding a particular question, just do your best to interpret it, briefly stating what interpretation you assume as you answer the question. Whether you will learn from and succeed in the program depends on your motivation and ability to contribute effectively to a year-long group software development project. This questionnaire is as much a tool for helping you determine if SOS is the right program as it is an "entrance exam". Please read the SOS program handouts (program description and list of last year's projects) before completing the questionnaire. SOS is an exciting program and I'm looking forward to working with you!

You can bring questions about the program and your responses to the questionnaire to the spring or fall Academic Fair. Judy will read questionnaires on the spot and give you a number to use when you register. Alternatively, you can mail Judy your questionnaire, and she will mail (or e-mail) a response and registration number. You will typically receive this within two weeks -- except between August 20 and September 15, when Judy will be on vacation. Check the SOS homepage periodically for news.

  1. Briefly describe your expertise and experience using computers, in programming, computer science, mathematics, the arts and sciences. Prerequisites for this program are (1)strong motivation to complete a year-long group software project, and (2) the Evergreen program Data to Information or equivalent, OR background in the sciences or the arts, some experience programming and considerable experience using software applications such as MacroMedia Director, Access or Excel.

  2. Please describe one or two experiences you have had working in groups. What role would you see yourself playing on a software development team?

  3. What current developments in computer science or the computing industry do you view as the most exciting? What project area (domain) do you want to work on? Why?

  4. What do you think are the most pressing problems in computing today?

  5. What is your understanding of what you will do in SOS and why do you want to take this program?

  6. Do you intend to stay in the program three quarters?

  7. What two books would you recommend for SOS? In what way are they relevant?
Please attach (1) one or two samples of a program or project of yours that is related towhat you would do in SOS, and (2) a copy of a faculty evaluation of your work (if you are an Evergreen student) OR a letter of recommendation from a teacher or coworker. We will return these to you, and they are confidential.

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