Programming in C | Computer Science 240 Β· 3 College Credits
Computer Science 240 3 College Credits NCCRS Credit Recommended

Programming
in C

One of the most powerful and enduring languages ever written. Learn C and you understand computing at a level most programmers never reach.

Programming in C Course
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NCCRS Credit Recommended 3 Credit Hours Self-Paced
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97% Completion Rate Course completion rate
28–30 Days Average course completion
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Self-Paced Β· Final Exam Β· NCCRS Recommended

What You'll Learn

A full semester of C programming β€” completed at your own pace, with no deadlines or fixed class times.

Learning Outcomes

What You'll Be Able to Do

  • Design, implement, and maintain software systems using key programming concepts and proficient program development skills
  • Write, test, and debug C programs with reliability and efficiency, applying ANSI standards and coding environments
  • Utilize numeric data types, variables, relational operators, selection structures, and loop structures for logical program control flow
  • Apply recursion and iteration for advanced problem-solving, and master pointer usage for efficient memory management
  • Implement and manage essential data structures β€” including arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, and dynamically linked lists β€” for efficient data management
Topics Covered

Major Course Topics

Introduction to programming basics
ANSI C standards & coding environments
Numeric data types & variables
Arithmetic & math functions in C
Selection structures (if/else, switch)
Loop structures (while, for, do-while)
Functions, scope & storage
Recursion & iteration
Arrays, characters & strings
Pointers & memory management
Data files & streams
Structures, unions & linked lists
Stacks, queues & dynamic memory
Dynamically linked lists
Program debugging & testing
Practical C programming applications
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Build real software skills with programming in c.

One of the most powerful and enduring languages ever written. Learn C and you understand computing at a level most programmers never reach.

🎯 Why It Matters

  • Write clean, efficient code from day one
  • Build practical programming skills employers actually want
  • Understand core concepts that transfer across languages
  • Foundation for software development, data science, and more

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  • Complete structured lessons and a comprehensive final exam
  • Earn 3 transferable college credit hours
  • Recognized by NCCRS cooperating universities globally
  • Self-paced β€” no deadlines, no campus visits required
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Everything you need to know about Programming in C β€” credits, grading, transfer, and how it compares to traditional options.

What is Programming in C?
Programming in C is a hands-on college-level programming course. It is Computer Science 240 β€” worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
Do I need prior programming experience?
No prior experience is required. The course is designed to take you from fundamentals to practical competency, with structured lessons and exercises that build your skills step by step.
Is the Programming in C course self-paced for college credit?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is Programming in C worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
How is the Programming in C course graded? Are there exams?
Yes β€” the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance Β· 25% Quizzes Β· 25% Assignments Β· 25% Final Exam.
Will my university accept Programming in C credits from UPI Study?
Check our Find My College directory. If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
Why take Programming in C online instead of at a traditional university?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total, with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take Programming in C for college credit?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation β€” recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
Why learn C instead of a newer language?
C teaches how software actually works β€” memory, pointers, and low-level control β€” and underpins operating systems, embedded systems, and other languages.
Who needs Programming in C?
CS and engineering students, and anyone heading toward embedded systems, systems programming, or performance-critical work.
Will Programming in C transfer as CS credit?
Usually as a programming course or CS elective β€” your registrar can confirm the equivalency in minutes.

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Why Take College Credits?

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How many credits can I earn?

This course is NCCRS-recommended for 3 semester credit hours. Transfer as many credits as your university allows β€” students have transferred anywhere from 3 to 90+ credits depending on their school's policy.

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What's Included

Everything You Need to Succeed

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HD video lectures broken into short, focused modules. Watch at your own pace β€” pause, rewind, replay any time.

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Quizzes & Final Exam

Evaluate your understanding after every section with quizzes and a comprehensive final exam that mirrors real college assessment.

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Structured College-Level Course

Structured lessons covering every topic β€” designed as a standard Programming in C college-level course.

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Complete the course, request your transcript, and transfer 3 credit hours to NCCRS or ACE cooperating universities. No separate exam required.

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