IPC144 - Introduction To Programming Using C

Subject Title
Introduction To Programming Using C

Subject Description
This first subject in computer programming emphasizes problem solving strategies using structured programming techniques. The C programming language is used to introduce problem analysis, algorithm design, and program implementation. Students work in a LINUX environment.

Credit Status
1 credit in the CPAC/CTY/CPD/CPA Program

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1. Describe the major components of a computer

2. Select appropriate data types for variables

3. Write programs that use one dimensional arrays

4. Describe the internal representation of variables

5. Perform walkthroughs of algorithms or programs

6. Document C programs using comments

7. Use structured programming constructs to write modular programs

8. Write programs that read text data from files and write text data to files

9. Develop algorithms to solve basic programming problems

10. Apply structured testing and debugging techniques to C programs

11. Appropriately localize variables, including the use of parameter passing between modules

12. Edit, compile and run C programs

Cheating and Plagiarism
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Discrimination/Harassment
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Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
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