Unit information: Introduction to C++ (Computer Science service course) in 2011/12

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Unit name Introduction to C++ (Computer Science service course)
Unit code COMS12800
Credit points 10
Level of study C/4
Teaching block(s) Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24)
Unit director Dr. Campbell
Open unit status Not open
Pre-requisites

None
Co-requisites

Introduction to C, or a similar level of programming ability.
School/department Department of Computer Science
Faculty Faculty of Engineering

Description including Unit Aims

The aim of this unit is to give students, with some knowledge of C programming, an introduction to C++ programming

Intended Learning Outcomes

By the end of the unit, students will :  Understand when programming in C++ may make more sense than using C.  Have a basic understanding of key aspects of C++ programming, including references, overloading, namespaces,C/C++ interaction, operator overloading, streams, inheritance, exceptions, templates and the standard template library

  • Be able to write and compile simple C++ programs
  • Understand a structured approach to requirement specification and software design.
  • Solve engineering problems C++

Teaching Information

Lectures and weekly lab classes.

Assessment Information

Formative: The students will be encouraged to assess their own progress through the completion of the lab exercises, and short answer questions from the course textbook. Summative: 100% individual coursework - students will be required to write around four small programs throughout the unit (50%) and one larger program near the end (50%). How Feedback will be delivered: PGs will proactively monitor progress with coursework/lab tests during the unit.

Reading and References

N/A – notes will be provided

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