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Overview

This course is an introduction to the Java 7 programming language. Topics include: creating Java projects in the Eclipse integrated development environment, console application input and output, primitive data types and standard operators, variables, selection (conditional) and looping constructs, basic debugging techniques, methods (functions), standard Java Platform packages (libraries), arrays, class design using abstraction and encapsulation, object communication, strings, inheritance, polymorphism, exceptions, abstract classes, interfaces, inner and anonymous classes.

There is a shortage of Java programmers with the skills and problem solving abilities necessary to develop and maintain the software applications and Web services that power our nation's businesses and government agencies. This represents a tremendous career opportunity for motivated individuals with the right skills and qualifications. This online Java Programming course is the first step toward a rewarding career as Java software developer. It is also a suitable course for experienced programmers who wish to learn Java at their own pace.

Course Objectives

• To understand the fundamental programming concepts of abstract data types.
• To learn the fundamentals of object-oriented programming.
• To learn sufficient Java language syntax and OOP techniques so that the student has achieved the program developer coding level by the end of the course.

Class Format and Schedule

This is a self-paced, instructor-mentored course. Students access the course lessons through UMBC Training Centers' Web-based Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS). A textbook will be mailed to the student shortly after successful class registration. Students complete lessons independently, working at their own pace. Students may email questions to the instructor and submit Java programming exercises to the instructor for review and feedback.

To complete the course, the student must complete and submit the required Java programming assignments within the Blackboard LMS. Students will have 120 days from the date of course registration to complete the course. It is recommended that students complete at least one Blackboard module (lesson) per week, and therefore complete the course within 12 weeks. Nothing prevents the student from working at a faster pace and completing in the course in as little as 4 to 5 weeks.

System Requirements

In order to complete the class lessons and programming assignments, students should have their own personal computer (or use of a computer) with reliable Internet access. Minimum computer requirements are: Windows 7 system with 2 GB RAM, 1.6 GHz CPU, and 10 GB free disk space.

Prerequisites

Students should have experience performing basic computer and file management tasks on a modern operating system such as Windows, Mac OS X, or Linux. Students should have good problem solving and logical thinking skills. Prior computer programming experience is helpful but not required.

Price

$1,495.00

* Price includes texbook, instructor-based assistance and support, and access to the Online Course Materials for up to 4 months.

* Due to the self-paced nature of this course and the student having access to the course content 24 hours a day for 120 days, students enrolled in this course are not eligible to audit a future session.

Registration

Click here to download and complete the registration form to mail in or fax.

Contact Information

E-mail Heith Hart or call (443) 692-6599 if you have any questions about this course or if you would like to be added to the interest list.