CSD 233 C++ Programming

• Use correct C++ syntax when writing programs
• Name and use C++ data types
• Explain the difference between pass-by-value and pass-by-reference function parameters in C++, and use pass-by-reference parameters to return values from functions
• Explain the concept of pointers and dynamic memory management in C++, and use pointers effectively in programs
• Explain and illustrate the advantages and challenges direct memory access presents for programmers in C++, and demonstrate the use of safe memory management techniques
• Use arrays and c-strings in programs
• Use class inheritance, polymorphism, and virtual functions in C++
• Justify the need for exceptions, write exception-throwing and exception - handling code, and create exception classes 
• Create template functions and classes in C++
• Use C++ STL library
• Implement data structures such as lists and trees using pointers
• Write medium-sized programs in C++

• be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in software development
• design, implement, and debug software applications using modern programming languages
• analyze software related problems and design solutions utilizing appropriate software tools