The C Family - 2019 entry
MODULE TITLE | The C Family | CREDIT VALUE | 15 |
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MODULE CODE | ECM2433 | MODULE CONVENER | Prof Jacqueline Christmas (Coordinator) |
DURATION: TERM | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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DURATION: WEEKS | 0 | 11 | 0 |
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated) | 90 |
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The family of C languages includes some of the most widely-used programming languages in science and commerce today. From embedded systems to scientific modelling and from mobile apps to web services, many of the systems around us have been developed in a C family language. In this module you will be introduced to a number of the C family languages, their history, and the computer systems that they are most commonly used to develop.
Pre-req 1: ECM1400 Programming
Pre-req 2: ECM1410 Object Orientated Programming
This module aims to develop skills in the C family languages including the syntax of each language and its predominant application area. The module also aims to highlight the similarities and differences between each of the languages, to explain their shared history and to describe the relationship between these languages and modern languages such as Java.
On successful completion of this module you should be able to:
Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:
1. read and write computer programs in C and C++, and read programs in Objective-C and C#;
2. demonstrate an understanding of the application areas to which each language is best suited and explain why;
3. describe the similarities and differences between these languages and explain their shared history and relationship with other modern languages;
Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:
4. identify common programming structures amongst separate languages;
5. choose appropriate languages for specific applications;
Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge:
6. use C languages for the development of a variety of embedded, scientific and web-based systems;
7. summarise the key similarities and differences among a family of languages.
- History of C languages and relationship with Java;
- C syntax and applications;
- C++ syntax and applications in scientific programming and engineering;
- Objective C syntax and applications in app development;
- C# syntax and applications to the web (e.g. web services);
- Summary of languages highlighting feature comparison.
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities | 44 | Guided Independent Study | 116 | Placement / Study Abroad | 0 |
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Category | Hours of study time | Description |
Scheduled learning & teaching | 22 | Lectures |
Scheduled learning & teaching | 20 | Workshops (Programming) |
Scheduled learning & teaching | 2 | Surgeries (one for each assignment) |
Guided independent study | 50 | Individual assessed work |
Guided independent study | 66 | Private Study |
Form of Assessment | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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C programming Assignment | 2 hours | 1, 5, 6 | Class Feedback |
C++ programming Assignment | 2 hours | 1, 5, 6 | Class Feedback |
Coursework | 60 | Written Exams | 40 | Practical Exams | 0 |
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Form of Assessment | % of Credit | Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length) | ILOs Assessed | Feedback Method |
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C programming exercise | 30 | 30 hours | 1,2,4,5,6 | Individual Marksheet |
C++ programming exercise | 30 | 30 hours | 1,2,4,5,6 | Individual Marksheet |
Examination | 40 | 2 hours - Summer Exam Period | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 | Individual Marksheet |
Original Form of Assessment | Form of Re-assessment | ILOs Re-assessed | Time Scale for Re-assessment |
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All | Examination (100%) | All | August Ref/Def Period |
Reassessment is by examination only. For referred candidates, the mark will be capped at 40%. Deferred candidates will be awarded the higher of the mark in the deferred examination and that mark combined with previously completed coursework in the ratio 4:6.
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener
Basic reading:
ELE: http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/
Web based and Electronic Resources:
Other Resources:
- Module notes given by lecturer(s).
Reading list for this module:
Type | Author | Title | Edition | Publisher | Year | ISBN |
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Set | Stroustrup, B. | Programming - Principles and Practice Using C++ | Addison-Wesley | |||
Set | Schildt, H. | C: The Complete Reference | Osborne McGraw-Hill | |||
Set | Schildt, H. | C++ From the Ground Up | Osborne McGraw-Hill |
CREDIT VALUE | 15 | ECTS VALUE | 7.5 |
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PRE-REQUISITE MODULES | ECM1410, ECM1400 |
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CO-REQUISITE MODULES |
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) | 5 | AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING | No |
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ORIGIN DATE | Tuesday 10th July 2018 | LAST REVISION DATE | Tuesday 2nd July 2019 |
KEY WORDS SEARCH | Software development; programming. |
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Please note that all modules are subject to change, please get in touch if you have any questions about this module.