Computer Programming: C
45-Period Lesson Plan
Course Code: CS1/CS1
Generated: June 19, 2026
Course Overview
This course introduces students to C programming with a focus on problem-solving, algorithm
development, and practical coding skills. Students will learn fundamental programming concepts,
control structures, functions, arrays, pointers, and file operations through hands-on practice and
projects.
Expected Learning Outcomes
• Master fundamental C programming concepts and syntax
• Develop problem-solving and algorithmic thinking skills
• Write efficient and modular code using functions and structures
• Implement programs using arrays, pointers, and file operations
• Apply structured programming principles to real-world problems
• Debug and optimize C programs effectively
Unit: Periods 1-5 - Introduction to C & Problem Solving
Period Learning Objectives & Content Practical Activities
1 Overview of C, Problem Analysis, Flowcharts - Introduction,
Create
tools,first
environment
C programsetup
(Hello World)
2-3 Algorithm Development, Pseudocode Design algorithms for simple problems, create flowcharts
4-5 C Basics: Syntax, Data Types, Variables Write programs with variables, practice data type convers
Unit: Periods 6-12 - Primitive Data Types & Operators
Period Learning Objectives & Content Practical Activities
6-7 Constants, Variables, Keywords, Identifiers Declare and use constants and variables in programs
8-9 Arithmetic Operators & Expressions Practice arithmetic operations, operator precedence
10-11 Relational & Logical Operators Build conditional expressions using boolean logic
12 Assignment Operators & Type Conversion Convert between data types, compound assignments
Unit: Periods 13-22 - Control Structures
Period Learning Objectives & Content Practical Activities
13-14 if, if-else, nested if statements Programs with conditional logic (Practical 1)
15-16 switch-case statements, break & continue Menu-driven programs, jump statements
17-19 while loops - syntax & applications Loop control, loop termination conditions
20-21 do-while loops, nested loops (Minimum 2 hours) Practice nested loops and complex control flow
22 Assessment & Review Quiz on control structures, mini-project
Unit: Periods 23-28 - Functions & Scope
Period Learning Objectives & Content Practical Activities
23-24 Function declaration, definition, calling Write and call functions, understand scope
25 Pass by Value & Pass by Reference Programs using different parameter passing methods
26-27 Return Types, Recursive Functions, Scope Recursive programs, variable scope understanding
28 Practical: Function-based Programs Mini-project using functions
Unit: Periods 29-34 - Arrays & Pointers
Period Learning Objectives & Content Practical Activities
29-30 One-dimensional Arrays: declaration, initialization Array manipulation programs
31-32 Multi-dimensional Arrays (Practical 2) 2D array operations, matrix programs
33-34 Pointers: declaration, address operator, pointer arithmetic Pointer basics, dynamic memory access
Unit: Periods 35-38 - Structures, Unions & File Operations
Period Learning Objectives & Content Practical Activities
35 User-defined structures, unions Program using structures with multiple members
36-37 File operations: open, read, write, close Text and binary file operations (Practical 3)
38 File handling: create, update, delete records Database-like file operations
Unit: Periods 39-41 - Standard Library Functions
Period Learning Objectives & Content Practical Activities
39 String libraries (stdio.h, string.h) String manipulation functions
40-41 Math libraries (math.h), stdio functions Mathematical operations, formatted input/output
Unit: Periods 42-45 - Integrated Project & Assessment
Period Learning Objectives & Content Practical Activities
42-43 Project Development (Minimum 3 hours) Students work on comprehensive project
44 Project Testing & Debugging Test programs, fix issues, optimization
45 Final Assessment & Project Submission Viva, code review, final submissions
Assessment Criteria
Assessment Component Weight Details
Practical Assignments (3) 30% Problem-solving, code quality, documentation
Periodic Tests & Quizzes 20% Unit tests after each topic
Participation & Class Work 15% Active participation, in-class exercises
Final Project 25% Comprehensive program using multiple concepts
Final Examination 10% Written test on theory and concepts
Required Resources
Hardware: Computer labs with C compiler (GCC/Turbo C), IDE (Code::Blocks, Dev-C++, VS Code)
Software: C compiler, text editor/IDE, debugging tools
References: "The C Programming Language" by Kernighan & Ritchie, online documentation, tutorial
videos
Tools: Compiler, debugger, version control system for project tracking
Teaching Strategies
• Lecture with live coding demonstrations
• Hands-on lab sessions with real-time feedback
• Problem-solving through guided practice
• Peer programming and code review sessions
• Project-based learning with incremental milestones
• Regular assessments and formative feedback