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Provided by: University Computing Service



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C: Introduction for Those New to Programming
Prerequisites


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).

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

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