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This 2-day project based training class uses exercises combined with instruction to teach the fundamentals of the C programming language. After completing this training class, participants have a basic understanding of the C programming language and can apply this knowledge to work effectively on software development projects implemented in this language. |
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Target audience
This class is architected for everyone interested in learning the C programming language. It is the ideal preparation for engineers tasked with microcontroller programming, who have no background in software development. After taking this class, the basic constructs of the C programming language are known, making it the ideal prerequisite for a follow-up training class that covers the low level and hardware specific intricacies of microcontroller programming.
Goals
After completing this training class, the participants are able to:
- Develop a software program in C code and build it into an executable.
- Apply debugging techniques including breakpoints and watches.
- Declare and read/write to variables.
- Identify 9 different data types based on their boundaries.
- Recognize implicit typecasting and write code to override this.
- Perform mathematical operations in software.
- Control the software execution with loop and decision statements.
- Implement and call user-defined functions.
- Explain what a pointer is and name at least 2 possible applications.
- Manipulate strings through arrays and pointers.
- Architect a software program into multiple source and header files.
- Implement preprocessor statements for macro definition and header file inclusion.
Prerequisites
The prerequisites to this class are: high school level math skills.
Organization and planning
Depending on the customer’s preference, the class can be taught in 2 full days or 4 half days. The teaching location can be in-house or off-site, preferably in a European country. Instruction language can be either English, German or Dutch. All class materials are in English. The minimum group size is 2 participants and the maximum is 12. During the class sessions, the participants work in teams of 2 on the class project. Supporting theory is supplied in a just-in-time manner.
Study load
The class consists of 4 group meetings with a length of approximately 3 hours each. This brings the total study load to 12 hours.
Class materials
During the first class session, all students receive a complementary copy of the class textbook and a CD with all the necessary software development tools. The software development tools consist of Microsoft Visual C++ Express Edition and a project template that forms the foundation of the class project. Participants are expected to bring a laptop computer running Windows 98, NT, 2000, ME, XP or Vista equipped with a CD drive. Installation rights are required to install the software development tools. One laptop computer per team of 2 participants is sufficient.
Evaluation
Upon successful completion of the class project, participants receive a Feaser Certificate of Achievement.
Contact
For additional information, including class scheduling and pricing information, feel free to contact us.