153.  C++ Programming for Non-C Programmers

Rev. 8.0

 

This course is a comprehensive hands-on introduction to object oriented programming in C++ for non-C programmers. Emphasis is placed on the features of C++ that support effective modeling of the problem domain and reuse of code. The course consists of two modules.

 

The first module introduces the core C features of C++, with simplified input/output through iostreams. The module begins with simple hands-on programming using C++ to do input, computation and output. The C++ data types are covered, and simple if tests and loops are covered. C++ program structure is introduced. Pointers, addressing, and arrays are discussed. Structures and unions are covered

 

In the second module, object-oriented concepts are introduced. The C++ class construct is introduced and its key features elaborated step-by-step, providing full implementation of abstract data types. C++ memory management is discussed. Function and operator overloading and the use of references are covered. The scope and access control mechanisms of C++ are described. Inheritance is introduced. The use of virtual functions to implement polymorphism is discussed.

 

Extensive programming examples and exercises are provided. The course is current to ANSI standard C++ and is designed so that it can be taught in any environment with an ANSI C++ compiler.

 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

 

·         Learn the core C features of C++

·         Become acquainted with the basic concepts of object oriented programming

·         Acquire an introductory knowledge of C++ programming

 

Course Duration:  5 days

 

Prerequisites:  Knowledge of a programming language.

 

Module 1. Introduction to C and C++

 

1.      First C++ Programs

Hello, World

Program Structure

Output in C++

Variables and Expressions

Calculations Using C++

Input in C++

 

2.      Data Types and Operators

Strong Typing

Integer Data Types

Floating Point

Conversions Between Types

Arithmetic Operators

Doing Math in C++

 

3.      Logical and Bit Operations

Bool

Logical and Relational Operators

If Tests

Bitwise Operators

Shifting and Masking

 

4.      Loops and Structured Programming

While Loops

Quitting Infinite Loops

Curly Braces and Indenting

Sentinels and Counters

For Loops

Loops and If Tests Together

Nested If Statements

Structured Programming

 

5.      Functions and Program Structure

Function Prototypes and Type Checking

Returning Value and Argument Passing

Pass-by-Reference

External Variables

Block Structure

Scope

Header Files

Preprocessor

 

6.      Pointers and Arrays

Pointers and Addresses

Pointers and Function Arguments

Address Arithmetic

Pointers and Arrays

Arrays of Pointers

Command Line Arguments

Pointers to Functions

Strings

 

7.      Structures and Unions

Structures

Structures and Functions

Arrays of Structures

Unions

 

Module 2. Object-Oriented C++ Programming Fundamentals

 

1.      Concepts of Object Oriented Programming

Objects

Information Hiding and Encapsulation

Abstract Data Types

Methods and Messages

Classes

Class Inheritance

Polymorphism

 

2.      Classes in C++

Data Encapsulation in C and C++

Definition of C++ Classes

Member Data and Functions

this Pointer

Abstract Data Types

Organizing Code for Classes

 

3.      Functions in C++

Function Prototypes and Type Checking

Conversion of Parameters

Default Arguments

Inline Functions

Function Overloading

 

4.      Constructors and Destructors

Constructors and Initializations

Object Creation and Destruction

Destructors

Multiple Constructors in a Class

Hidden Constructors

 

5.      Memory Management in C++

Static, Automatic and Heap Memory

New and Delete

Handling Memory Allocation Errors

Hiding Details of Memory Management in a Class

Implementing a Dynamic String Class

 

6.      References and Argument Passing in C++

Call by Value

Reference Declarations

Reference Arguments

Copy Constructor

Constant Arguments and Functions

 

7.      Operator Overloading, Initialization, and Assignment

Operator Overloading

Semantics of Assignment

Initialization vs. Assignment

Overloading Assignment

Type Conversions

 

8.      Scope and Access Control

Scope in C++

Friend Functions

Const and Enumeration Types

Static Members

 

9.      Introduction to Inheritance

Inheritance for Modeling and Reuse

Class Derivation

Access Control

Base Class Initialization

Composition

Initializing Class Type Members

 

10. Polymorphism and Virtual Functions

Virtual Functions and Dynamic Binding

Polymorphism in C++

Pointer Conversion

Virtual Destructors

Abstract Classes and Pure Virtual Functions

 

System Requirements

 

The course is designed to be delivered in any environment supporting an ANSI C++ compiler. An optional version of the lab file contains project files for Visual C++ 2005.