Coding and Programming in C++ Language II (7261-229) - Introduction
ELEMENTARY CODING AND PROGRAMMING IN C++
Aims
To enable students to:
1· prepare and edit C++ source code
2· compile and execute C++ programs
3· create simple C++ programs with an acceptable layout and structure
4· use C++ to produce executable programs to solve given problems
5· write clear user instructions for the operation of a program
Schedule
Introduction
Program Preparation - creating and compiling source code to produce
executable programs.
Components of a C++ source file - sample structure, data types and their use,
the pre-processor, functions.
Simple input and output - interacting with the user
Code presentation and maintenance - indentation, case, comments and
documentation.
Operations - assigning values to variables, use of arithmetic operations,
operator precedence.
Control Structures - decision making and loops.
Assessments - one multiple choice written test, three programming
assignments, all to be completed in class.
Notes
Throughout the notes text appearing in courier represents computer related
information, such as C++ keywords, assembly statements, contents of
memory locations, etc.
Words appearing in bold relate to learning objectives in the students log book.
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Coding and Programming in C++ Language II (7261-229) - Introduction
Reading
Students are not expected to buy books on the subject, though the following
may be of use:
6· First Course in C++ by Mark Harman and Ray Jones (McGraw Hill, 1997).
7· C++ Primer Plus 3rd Edition by Stephen Prata (Sams, 1998).
8· Mastering C++ Programming by Arthur Chapman (MacMillan Master
Series, 1998).
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