Java Programming

Learn Java Programming
Class Name

Introduction to Programming in Java

Java has become very popular because of its interactive multimedia capabilities. This course is recommended for people who wish to become familiar with the principles of Java Programming. Through the use of hands-on exercises, students will explore the Java language fundamentals as well as basic concepts of object-oriented programming. At the end of this course, students will be able to:
  • Understand the main components and features of Java
  • Understand the elements of OOP, and how they relate to Java
  • Program using Java programming language
  • Use Java for client-side applets
  • Use Java for graphics applications
Outline
Week 1: Getting Started with Java
  • What is Java?
  • History of Java
  • Why Java?
  • Understanding the Java Development Kit (JDK)
  • Installation of JDK 1.4.2 on Windows
  • Configuration of the PC Environment for Java
  • Installing Jcreator Text Editor
  • Your First Java Console Program - 'Hello World!'
  • Your First Java Applet
  • Installation of Java Documentation
  • Java Resources
  • Program Structure
  • Variables, Comments, Data Types and Simple Input/Output
Week 2: Controlling Program Flow
  • Operators
  • Conditional Statements
  • Arrays
  • Exception Handling - The Throw and Catch Model
Week 3: Basics of Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
  • What is OOP?
  • Different Elements of OOP:
    • Abstraction
    • Encapsulation
    • Inheritance
    • Polymorphism
  • Benefits of OOP
  • Classes and Objects
    • Basic Understanding of Class Structure
    • How to Create, Manipulate and Destroy Objects
    • Java Packages
    • Useful Classes
Week 4: Creating GUI
  • The java.awt Package
    • Components
    • Events
    • Graphics
Week 5: Applets and Internet Programming
  • What is an Applet and how does it Work?
  • The Structure of an Applet
  • How to Configure a Web for Applet Loading
  • Security Restrictions for Applets
  • Applet Methods
  • Colors and Fonts
  • Components Basics - Buttons, Labels and Text
Week 6: The Graphics Class
  • The Graphics Class
  • Fonts
  • Drawing Shapes, Images
  • Color Class
Prerequisites
  • Students should be familiar with the Internet, with the World Wide Web.
  • They must have a concept of what a programming language is, and understanding of the underlying file system and directory structures. Good prerequisite would be Introduction to Programming Concepts (P010) Online Course.
  • Knowledge of HTML is helpful, but not required.
Requirements
  • Hardware: Intel Pentium (or compatible) 166MHz or faster processor with at least 32 megabytes of physical RAM. At least 48 megabytes of RAM is recommended for applets running within a browser using the Java Plug-in. About 300 megabytes of free hard disk space
  • Web Browser: Recommended are Internet Explorer 4+ or Netscape Navigator 4+.
  • Text Editor: Any plain text editor, such as UltraEdit, TextPad, emacs or Notepad (not a word processor!). Recommended is JCreator. Free Light Version (LE) of this Program can be downloaded from: http://www.jcreator.com.
  • JDK (Java Development Kit): Currently Sun makes a Java Development Kit (JDK) freely available for Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000, NT, XP, and Solaris. You can download it from http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.4.2/download.html (Make sure you download the SDK, not the JRE).
  • Java Documentation: Can be freely downloaded from http://java.sun.com/docs/
Class Books
Course Price
  • Price: $120.00 US
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Instructor: Brett Dutton
Brett DuttonBrett Dutton has had an eclectic career in the computer industry. Since 1994 Brett has run his own companies, and most recently an International company: RADN Technology Solutions. With RADN Brett has been training all over the world. His Certification as WebLogic Trainer has taken him to training venues in Japan, Malaysia, USA, and Australia. In Vancouver Brett has been delivering well-focused training in Java, Web Development, and Object Oriented Programming to corporate clients, colleges and universities.

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