C: Introduction for Those New to Programming Prerequisites
Tue 10 Mar, Thu 12 Mar 2015
Description
A course in basic C programming intended for beginners to programming only. The aim of the course is to get everyone to the stage of being able to write small utility programs in C for carrying out simple calculations and data manipulation.
Prerequisites
Whilst a detailed knowledge of Unix is not necessary, attendees should be capable of creating and manipulating text files on a Unix system (as covered on the first day of the Unix Introduction).
Sessions
Number of sessions: 3
| # | Date | Time | Venue | Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tue 10 Mar 2015 09:30 - 13:00 | 09:30 - 13:00 | Titan Teaching Room 1, New Museums Site | D.J. Harrison |
| 2 | Tue 10 Mar 2015 09:30 - 13:00 | 09:30 - 13:00 | Titan Teaching Room 2 | D.J. Harrison |
| 3 | Thu 12 Mar 2015 09:30 - 13:00 | 09:30 - 13:00 | Phoenix Teaching Room | D.J. Harrison |
Topics covered
- constants and variables
- numerical calculations
- reading and writing files
- conditional statements
- arrays
- library and user-written functions
Format
Each session will begin with a lecture, followed by a practical session in which attendees will have an opportunity to work on some simple programming exercises for themselves.
System requirements
C: Introduction on PWF Linux
Notes
- The practical sessions will use the Computing Service PWF Linux system (if necessary temporary accounts will be provided for the duration of the course).
- Self-taught courses are also available.
Duration
Three half day sessions
Theme
Programming and Scripting
Booking / availability