CSC 357: Systems Programming
or consent of instructor, or CSC/CPE 202 and CSC/CPE 203 with a grade of C- or better or consent of instructor; and CSC 225 or CPE/EE 229 or CPE/EE 233. C programming language from a system programming perspective. Standard C language including operators, I/O functions, and data types in the context of system functions. Unix commands, shell scripting, file system, editors. Course may be offered in classroom-based or online format. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Crosslisted as CPE/CSC 357.
This archive catalogs 12 free educational resources and past exams for CSC 357 (Systems Programming) at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO), containing 4 midterm papers, 5 final examinations, 1 study guide, and 2 supplemental resources. Dated documents represent 7 distinct academic years between 2016 and 2023.
Core Exam Topics & Learning Objectives
- Fundamental programming constructs: variable typing, conditional logic, iterative loops, and modular functions in CSC 357
- Memory models and data representations: arrays, string parsing, reference passing, and scope resolution
- Introduction to algorithmic thinking: linear/binary search, basic sorting algorithms, and recursive problem decomposition
- Software development practices: debugging methodologies, unit test assertions, and structured coding style in Systems Programming
Study Resource for Systems Programming
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Final Exam 2016
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 Final Exam 2016
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2017
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 Midterm (Exam 1) 2017
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Final Exam 2018
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 Final Exam 2018
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2019
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 Midterm (Exam 1) 2019
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Final Exam 2019
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 Final Exam 2019
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Final Exam 2021
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 Final Exam 2021
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2022
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 Midterm (Exam 1) 2022
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Midterm (Exam 1) 2023
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 Midterm (Exam 1) 2023
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Final Exam 2023
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 Final Exam 2023
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Study Guide 7
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 Study Guide 7
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CSC 357 Systems Programming Course Syllabus & Academic Guidelines
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 CSC 357 Systems Programming Course Syllabus & Academic Guidelines
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CPE 357 - SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING Syllabus & Academic Guidelines
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) CSC 357 CPE 357 - SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING Syllabus & Academic Guidelines
Assessment Inventory for CSC 357 (12 Documents)
| Document | Format | Year | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2023 | Midterm | 2023 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2023 | Final | 2023 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2022 | Midterm | 2022 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2021 | Final | 2021 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2019 | Midterm | 2019 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2019 | Final | 2019 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2018 | Final | 2018 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2017 | Midterm | 2017 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2016 | Final | 2016 | Illustrative Archive |
| Study Guide 7 | Study Guide | — | Illustrative Archive |
| CSC 357 Systems Programming Course Syllabus & Academic Guidelines | Resource | — | Illustrative Archive |
| CPE 357 - SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING Syllabus & Academic Guidelines | Resource | — | Illustrative Archive |
| Complete inventory of all 12 assessments (sorted by most recent). Select any document to inspect or use the search bar above to filter. | |||
Frequently Asked Questions
Which assessment formats are cataloged in this CSC 357 archive?
This collection for CSC 357 at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) catalogs 12 total resources across the following formats: Midterms, Finals, Study Guides. Each document is listed in the assessment inventory table below with its individual format tag and academic year where recorded.
What academic years are covered in this CSC 357 collection?
Dated materials in this archive span from 2016 to 2023, representing 7 distinct academic years. Coverage varies by the records currently cataloged for this course.
How can students access these free CSC 357 past exams?
All cataloged CSC 357 past exams and study materials are free to request. The catalog, metadata, assessment inventory, and illustrative thumbnails are public; source documents are not shown on this page. Use the connect options to request a study resource, and confirm current course topics and grading policies with the California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO) course syllabus.