Overview:

The Certificate in C & C++ Programming (CCCP) is a 6-month professional training course offered by the National Council of Training Academy (NCTA). This programme is designed to equip learners with essential programming knowledge and practical skills in both C and C++, two of the most fundamental and widely used programming languages in the software industry. It is ideal for beginners, students, job seekers, aspiring software developers, and professionals who wish to strengthen their programming foundations and problem-solving abilities.

The course combines theoretical concepts with hands-on coding practice, starting from C programming basics to intermediate and advanced C++ concepts, including object-oriented programming (OOP), data structures, and real-world projects. Learners will gain expertise in writing efficient code, developing applications, and understanding core programming logic that forms the basis of software development.

Course Curriculum:

The CCCP course focuses on practical learning and coding expertise, preparing learners for software development and related roles. The curriculum includes:

1. Introduction to Programming
   1. Basics of Computer Programming
   2. Importance of Programming Languages
   3. Overview of C & C++ and their Applications
       
2. C Programming Fundamentals
   1. Structure of a C Program
   2. Data Types, Variables, and Constants
   3. Operators & Expressions
   4. Input and Output (printf, scanf)
       
3. Control Structures in C
   1. Conditional Statements (if, else, switch)
   2. Loops (for, while, do-while)
   3. Break & Continue Statements
       
4. Functions & Storage Classes in C
   1. Defining & Calling Functions
   2. Function Arguments & Return Values
   3. Recursion in C
   4. Storage Classes (auto, static, extern, register)
       
5. Arrays, Strings & Pointers in C
   1. Single & Multi-Dimensional Arrays
   2. String Handling Functions
   3. Introduction to Pointers
   4. Dynamic Memory Allocation (malloc, calloc, free)
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6. Structures & File Handling in C
   1. Defining & Using Structures
   2. Nested Structures & Unions
   3. File Handling (Read & Write Operations)
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7. C++ Fundamentals
   1. Structure of a C++ Program
   2. Data Types, Variables, and Constants
   3. Operators & Expressions
   4. Input and Output (cin, cout)
       
8. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in C++
   1. Introduction to OOP Concepts
   2. Classes & Objects
   3. Constructors & Destructors
   4. Inheritance (Single, Multiple, Multilevel)
   5. Polymorphism (Function & Operator Overloading, Virtual Functions)
   6. Encapsulation & Abstraction
       
9. Advanced C++ Features
   1. Dynamic Memory Allocation (new, delete)
   2. Exception Handling
   3. Templates (Function & Class Templates)
   4. Standard Template Library (STL) Basics
       
10. Practical Sessions & Projects
    1. Simple Calculator (C & C++)
    2. Student Record Management System
    3. Banking System using OOP Concepts
    4. File-Based Applications
    5. Final Project (C/C++ Application Development)
        

Learning Outcomes:

After completing the CCCP course, learners will be able to:

1. Understand and apply the fundamentals of C and C++ programming.
2. Write, compile, and debug efficient programs in both C and C++.
3. Use functions, arrays, pointers, and strings effectively.
4. Apply object-oriented programming concepts in C++ for real-world applications.
5. Handle files, exceptions, and templates in C++.
6. Develop small-scale software applications and projects using C and C++.
    

Career Opportunities:

Successful graduates can pursue roles such as:

1. C & C++ Programmer (Entry-Level)
2. Junior Software Developer
3. Application Programmer
4. System Programmer Assistant
5. Database Assistant (with C/C++ Applications)
6. Freelance Programmer

Salary Expectations:

Entry-level salaries for C & C++ programmers typically range from ₹12,000 – ₹20,000 per month, depending on the role, organisation, and location. Freelancers and independent programmers can earn more based on project complexity and demand. With advanced skills in Data Structures, Algorithms, and modern development frameworks, higher salaries and rapid career growth can be achieved.