Vicki Gold

10/16/2006

Computer Science - C++ - 667

LESSON 6b:  Functions and Scope

Mass Curriculum Standards:

Standard 1: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers and applications as well as an understanding of concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity.

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Standard 2: Demonstrate responsible use of technology and an understanding of ethics and safety issues in using electronic media.

Math Standards

Number Sense/Discrete Mathematics: programs deal with differing number types and bases as well as their finite representation in RAM.

Objectives:

· The student will understand why programs are designed into modules.

· Students will declare and define functions.

· Students will use Void Functions.

· The student will demonstrate an understanding of the scope of identifiers, global and local variables

Learning Experience

· A beginning lecture on why and how to create C++ Functions.

· Lab Assignments will follow

Students will be Assessed

• on their ability to break code into logical units/functions.
• Their ability to successfully call functions first from within main.