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Sec: 07/03/2008
Programming Assignment #5
Defining and Using C++ Classes
Recall that the two structured data types we have studied so far are arrays, which
have elements all of the same type, and structures, which have elements of
differing types. Another structured data type is a class, which is specifically
designed to combine data and functions in a single unit. A class is a collection of a
fixed number of components. The components of a class are called the members
of the class. If a member of a class is a variable, you define it just like any other
variable, but you cannot initialize it at definition. If a member of a class is a
function, you typically use the function prototype to define that member. Member
functions can directly access any data member of the class without passing that
data member as an argument.
No memory is allocated in a class definition. Instead, memory is allocated when
the class is instantiated (an object is created). Additionally, the semicolon (;) is
part of the syntax at the end of the class definition. The members of a class are
classified into three categories: private, public, and protected. By default, all
members of a class are private. Private members cannot be accessed outside of the
class. A public member is accessible outside the class.
Objectives
In this assignment you will learn how to define a class and declare and use
instances of the class.
After completing this assignment, you will be able to:
Write a header and source file that contains a class definition.
Instantiate an object of a class.
Work with multiple files for a single programming project.
Instructions
Part 1: Download, compile and run the DayType stub
In order to make getting started with this assignment a little easier, I have
provided 3 files for you that take care of some of the details you will need when
creating a class. The files are called DayType.h, DayType.cpp and
DayTypeTest.cpp. You should download these files, create a project in the IDE
of your choice, and then add and make sure you can compile and run the stub
