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Prerequisite:

See recommendation in Course (Catalog) Description

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Course (Catalog) Description:

Course introduces programming using the C++ programming language to solve business-related problems. Content includes program format, data types, function declarations, preprocess or directives, arithmetic and relational operators, and file input and output. Object-oriented programming is introduced. Not intended for transfer credit. Recommended: CIS 220 or C programming experience.

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Learning Objectives:

The goals of this course are to develop a proficiency in C++ by:

1. Understanding the differences between C and C++ programming languages
2. Relating conventional problems to C++ solutions
3. Examining heretofore difficult problems in a simple way
4. Programming simple business applications using C++
5. Learning the terminology of the object oriented technology

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Academic Integrity:

Students and employees at Oakton Community College are required to demonstrate academic integrity and follow Oakton's Code of Academic Conduct. This code prohibits:

There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton's policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.

Details of the Code of Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.

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Outline of Topics:

1. Introduction to the C++ Language
   1. C/C++ Differences
   2. comments
   3. new keywords
   4. variable declarations
   5. Header files and public interface
   6. The C++ preprocessor
   7. Libraries
   8. Input/Output
       a. commands
       b. input and output streams
       c. opening and closing files
   9. Functions
2. Variable types
3. Operators:
   1. Arithmetic operators
   2. Type conversions
4. Derived types
   1. Arrays
   2. Strings
   3. Structures, unions, enumerated data types
   4. Pointers
   5. Pointers, arrays, and pointer arithmetic
5. Storage types
6. Loops and relational expressions
7. Branching statements and logical operators
8. Functions:
   1. C++'s programming modules
   2. Function arguments
   3. Functions and arrays
   4. Functions and strings 
   5. Functions and structures
   6. Reference variables
   7. Function Overloading
   8. Function templates
9. Storage classes, scope, and linkage
10. C++ Namespaces
11. Objects and classes
    1. Procedural versus object-oriented programming
    2. Abstraction and classes
    3. Class member functions
    4. Class constructors and destructors
12. Working with classes
    1. Operating overloading
    2. Friends and overloading
    3. Overloading restrictions
    4. Classes and dynamic memory allocation
    5. Class inheritance
13. Reusing Code in C++
    1. Classes with object members
    2. Private inheritance
    3. Class templates
    4. Multiple inheritance
14. Friends and exceptions
15. The string class and the standard template library
16. Input, output and files

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Methods of Instruction:

1. Lectures
2. Class discussion
3. Problem analysis
4. Analysis of case studies
5. Programming assignments
6. Reading assignments

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Course Practices Required:

Reading:   Primary reading material will be the required text and needed lab                 manuals.

Writing:   All programs must be documented to explain the algorithms being  used,                how the program is to be run, expected input and output.

Mathematics:   Students will be expected to solve math problems at the                        intermediate algebra level.

Computer use:   All lab assignments must be done on any available computer using                          any C++ compiler.

Lab practices:   The students will be allowed to develop their program assignments                         on whatever computer is available to them but will be required to                         demonstrate capability on the current equipment in the assigned lab.

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Instructional Materials:

TEXTBOOK: C++ - How to Program w/ CD; 6th Edition; Written by Deitel;
                      Published by Prentice Hall

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Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:

1. Examinations and quizzes
   There will be four examinations
2. Lab assignments
   A minimum of eight lab assignments will be completed.

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Other Course Information:

If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in Instructional Support Services. All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program.