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ENG365 - C Programming

2026

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Engineering

Credit Points

Equivalent Units

(HIT265, HIT365)

Prerequisites

Must have passed 1 units in (HIT137, SMA102) OR Must be enrolled in SENGG1, SENGG2

Incompatible

Coerequisites

Assumed Knowledge

Unit Description

This unit introduces the fundamentals of C programming, focusing on both theoretical concepts and practical coding skills. Students will learn core programming constructs including data types, variables, expressions, control statements, functions, arrays, strings, pointers, and structures. The unit also covers advanced topics such as searching and sorting algorithms, and dynamic data structures. By the end of the unit, students will be able to write efficient C programs and apply problem-solving techniques in software development contexts.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Critically apply problem-solving skills using various techniques and hence recommend solutions to specific programming tasks.
2.	Analyse the mathematical techniques required to solve problems when programming a computer.
3.	Critically apply programming techniques, including the use of functions, local and global variables, parameters, and the four basic logic structures.
4.	Critique and validate data structures, including arrays and databases.
5.	Use effective oral, written, numeric and communication methods to convey ideas and principles.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Quiz (4-5 questions, 30min, closed book)	5%	1,3,5
2.	Two coding assignments (Individual, equivalent to 8 pages each).	30%	1,2,3
3.	Mid semester test (1.5 hours)	25%	1,2,3,4,5
4.	Final Exam (2 hours).	40%	1,2,3,4,5

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2026	Semester 1	Internal	Casuarina Campus	OLR	View
2026	Semester 1	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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