CS 1200 FINAL EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS | TESTED
AND PROVEN ANSWERS | LATEST UPDATE
2024/2025 100% (GRADE A+)
STEM
Ans>> Science, Technology, Engineering, Math
ABET Purpose
Ans>> To recommend learning goals for students, evaluating that these learning goals are
taught in courses, and certifies quality education from the department. Makes sure that the
education the student receives matches industry standard.
1200 Purpose
Ans>> Give advice on how to finish UTD CS program with a degree. Teach problem solving
skills useful in career. Teach via group projects, an important part of a software development
career.
Engineering School Hurdle
Ans>> Only 50% of first-year engineering students obtain a degree as large number of
students withdraw from major because of failing grades.
1
,What is success?
Ans>> Accomplishing one's desired goals
Meaning of long term and short term goals
Ans>> Series of short terms goals are used to accomplish long term goals. (Example: Short term
goals of acing exams in order to achieve long term goal of obtaining a degree).
Fixed Mindset
Ans>> Idea that we were born with our abilities and cannot do anything to change that
Growth Mindset
Ans>> Idea that our abilities grow and improve over time as a result of working towards goals.
60 Hour Rule details
Ans>> Assuming 6 hours a day, a student can have a total of 60 hours in commitments per week
without burning out. (class + studying + commute + job). Two hours of reviewing material for
every 1 hour in class.
2
, Personal Goals
Ans>> Goals that give meaning to your life and challenge you to be the best possible version
of yourself.
8 Soft skills that employers are looking for in candidates
Ans>> 1. Able to communicate well in many ways
2. Critical and creative thinking
3. Work well with others
4. Think for themselves as well as in a group
5. Take initiative and willing to learn
6. Understanding of math, science, and engineering fundamentals
7. Understanding of IT, information literacy, and digital competency (knowing how to use
technology)
8. Positive self-image and self-confidence.
What is a process?
3
AND PROVEN ANSWERS | LATEST UPDATE
2024/2025 100% (GRADE A+)
STEM
Ans>> Science, Technology, Engineering, Math
ABET Purpose
Ans>> To recommend learning goals for students, evaluating that these learning goals are
taught in courses, and certifies quality education from the department. Makes sure that the
education the student receives matches industry standard.
1200 Purpose
Ans>> Give advice on how to finish UTD CS program with a degree. Teach problem solving
skills useful in career. Teach via group projects, an important part of a software development
career.
Engineering School Hurdle
Ans>> Only 50% of first-year engineering students obtain a degree as large number of
students withdraw from major because of failing grades.
1
,What is success?
Ans>> Accomplishing one's desired goals
Meaning of long term and short term goals
Ans>> Series of short terms goals are used to accomplish long term goals. (Example: Short term
goals of acing exams in order to achieve long term goal of obtaining a degree).
Fixed Mindset
Ans>> Idea that we were born with our abilities and cannot do anything to change that
Growth Mindset
Ans>> Idea that our abilities grow and improve over time as a result of working towards goals.
60 Hour Rule details
Ans>> Assuming 6 hours a day, a student can have a total of 60 hours in commitments per week
without burning out. (class + studying + commute + job). Two hours of reviewing material for
every 1 hour in class.
2
, Personal Goals
Ans>> Goals that give meaning to your life and challenge you to be the best possible version
of yourself.
8 Soft skills that employers are looking for in candidates
Ans>> 1. Able to communicate well in many ways
2. Critical and creative thinking
3. Work well with others
4. Think for themselves as well as in a group
5. Take initiative and willing to learn
6. Understanding of math, science, and engineering fundamentals
7. Understanding of IT, information literacy, and digital competency (knowing how to use
technology)
8. Positive self-image and self-confidence.
What is a process?
3
