• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

Based on C, C++ is a general-purpose, object-oriented programming language. Learn how to set up a development environment and explore the fundamentals of C++, including program structure, I/O streams, and header and source files.

Learning Objectives

Environment Setup

  • start the course
  • recognize the characteristics and uses of the C++ programming language, and identify the main libraries it uses
  • download and install Eclipse for C and C++ development
  • use Eclipse to create a new C++ project
  • install and compile C++ programs with GCC on Linux or Unix systems
  • create C++ projects in Visual Studio

C++ Fundamentals

  • describe the structure of a C++ program
  • recognize the major syntax differences between C++ and C
  • work with C++ I/O streams
  • use the C++ preprocessor
  • parse command line arguments in C++
  • divide code into header and source file pairs in C++

Practice: Working with C++ Programs

  • recognize the main parts of a C++ program and describe the use of the preprocessor

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.