Course Overview
This hands-on programming course follows on from COMP 2501 and is designed for students who already know how to write code in Java. COMP 2701 introduces the C language which is one of the principal foundations of computer software and the basis for C++. Students are introduced to procedural programming and best practices for writing introductory-level C programs. Concepts taught in this course make it easier to understand other programming languages. Topics include introduction to pointers and string basics. Participants will be shown how to access and use LeetCode to gain experience solving coding problems. COMP 2701 is an elective for Applied Software Development (ASD) and required for the Computer Systems Certificate (CSC). Students will practice developing a simple C program to industry standards and gain a basic understanding of procedural programming. Upon successful completion of COMP 2701, students are prepared to move on to COMP 2801 Application Development with C.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
3.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$588.53 - $600.80 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Discuss programming language concepts such as pass-by-value versus pass-by-reference, scope, storage duration, linkage & memory models.
- Apply the functions in the standard C library in developing programs.
- Perform input/output in C.
- Identify and use control statements in C programs.
- Create and use functions in C programs.
- Process arrays in C.
- Explain pointers & their relation to arrays & strings.
- Process strings in C using C library functions.
- Access and use LeetCode to improve programming skills.
- Be prepared to move on to C Part 2, COMP 2801- Application Development with C.
Effective as of Winter 2025
Related Programs
Introduction to Procedural Programming with C (COMP 2701) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Applied Software Development (ASD)
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Computer Systems
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are two offerings of COMP 2701 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 69899
Dates
May 04 - Jul 20 Loading
- CRN 69899
- $588.53 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 04 - Jul 20 | Mon | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please email cstflex@bcit.ca for Departmental approval. Include your Student number (A0#) and COMP__ and preferred CRN __ and Program Declaration____. Course is 36 hours on campus. Please Note: Attendance, participation in class and the BCIT Learning Hub are mandatory. You should prepare to spend 2-3 hours on homework for every 1 hour of class time. This course may require an average total time commitment of 9-12+ hours per week. 3 hours of synchronous class time and 6-9+ hours per week for homework. Late registration is not permitted. BCIT Computing is primarily a Microsoft Windows environment. Students must provide their own current model Windows-compatible PC. i5 or higher equivalent processor, with 8 GB of RAM minimum, and 256 GB minimum storage. Highspeed internet access is needed for online sections and for homework. Mac users must have the ability to manage and support their iOS computer. They may need to create a virtual Windows environment using Parallels or VMWare Fusion. COMP instructors may not be able to assist Mac users with software compatibility issues. BCIT does not provide access to Parallels or support for students to use a Mac to run Windows. Class in session May 18 (Victoria Day).
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
CRN 69898
Dates
May 05 - Jul 21 Loading
- CRN 69898
- $588.53 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Bob Langelaan
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Please email cstflex@bcit.ca for Departmental approval. Include your Student number (A0#) and COMP__ and preferred CRN __ and Program Declaration____. This course is delivered online synchronously with exams on-campus. The course is 36 hours synchronous online classes. Mid Term: June 16, 1830-2130, at Burnaby campus SE12 Rm 322. Final Exam: July 21, 1830-2130, at Burnaby campus SE12 Rm 322. Please Note: Attendance, participation in class and the BCIT Learning Hub are mandatory. You should prepare to spend 2-3 hours on homework for every 1 hour of class time. This course may require an average total time commitment of 9-12+ hours per week. 3 hours of synchronous class time and 6-9+ hours per week for homework. Late registration is not permitted. BCIT Computing is primarily a Microsoft Windows environment. Students must provide their own current model Windows-compatible PC. i5 or higher equivalent processor, with 8 GB of RAM minimum, and 256 GB minimum storage. Highspeed internet access is needed for online sections and for homework. Mac users must have the ability to manage and support their iOS computer. They may need to create a virtual Windows environment using Parallels or VMWare Fusion. COMP instructors may not be able to assist Mac users with software compatibility issues. BCIT does not provide access to Parallels or support for students to use a Mac to run Windows.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of COMP 2701 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 51983
Dates
Sep 14 - Dec 07 Loading
- CRN 51983
- $600.80 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Bob Langelaan
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please email cstflex@bcit.ca for Departmental approval. Include your Student number (A0#) and COMP__ and preferred CRN __ and Program Declaration____. This course is delivered online synchronously with exams on-campus. Course is 36 hours synchronous online classes. Midterm: November 2, 1830-2130, at Burnaby campus SE12 322. Final Exam: December 7, 1830-2130, at Burnaby campus SE12 322. Please Note: Attendance, participation in class and the BCIT Learning Hub are mandatory. You should prepare to spend 2-3 hours on homework for every 1 hour of class time. This course may require an average total time commitment of 9-12+ hours per week. 3 hours of synchronous class time and 6-9+ hours per week for homework. Late registration is not permitted. BCIT Computing is primarily a Microsoft Windows environment. Students must provide their own current model Windows-compatible PC. i5 or higher equivalent processor, with 8 GB of RAM minimum, and 256 GB minimum storage. Highspeed internet access is needed for online sections and for homework. Mac users must have the ability to manage and support their iOS computer. They may need to create a virtual Windows environment using Parallels or VMWare Fusion. COMP instructors may not be able to assist Mac users with software compatibility issues. BCIT does not provide access to Parallels or support for students to use a Mac to run Windows. No class October 12 (Thanksgiving).
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
No approval yet? Request approval You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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