Fundamentals of Java Programming is an academy programme which provides a conceptual understanding of Object Oriented programming. The course also teaches students how to use the JAVA language's object oriented technologies to solve business problems. The course will address the demand for training and preparation for the Sun Certified Programmer for Java 2 Platform.
Course Objectives
1. Demystifying the Jargons of the Object Oriented Thought Process Instances, Polymorphism, Inheritance, Binding et al.
2. Familiarizing with the Object Oriented Analysis and Design using UML.
3. Integrating UML diagrams and Java through BlueJ IDE.
4. Building Efficient and User-friendly Screens using AWT (Abstract Windowing Toolkit) and Swing independent of IDEs.
5. Creation and Maintenance of Data Structures using Collection Framework.
6. Exploration of Multi-threaded Applications and Applets.
FJP (Fundamentals of Java Programming) @ Amritapuri Campus
1. Case – study based approach
2. E-Learning and Interactive Curriculum with Quizzes and Animations
3. On-line Examinations conducted by Cisco
4. Course completion Certificate by Cisco
5. Up to 75% Discount Voucher to take SCJP (Sun Certified Java Programmer)
6. Benefits of Alumni - Continuous access to the curriculum even after upgradations.
Curriculum
Object Oriented Programming
Java Language Elements
Java Language Operators and Control Structures
Defining and using classes
System, String, StringBuffer, Math & Wrapper classes
Arrays
Classes and Inheritance
Designing Graphical User Interfaces
GUIs and Event Driven Programming
Exceptions
Collections
Threads
FAQ
Q: What is the general Java course description?
A:Â The Fundamentals of Java Programming Language course provides a conceptual understanding of Object Oriented programming. The course also teaches students how to use the Java's object oriented technologies to solve business problems.
Q: How many hours of instruction does the online curriculum include?
A:Â The curriculum consists of one 70-hour block of study. About half of this time is spent using the instructor-facilitated online multimedia material and the rest is spent on lab exercises.
Q: How is the online curriculum provided to the students?
A:Â The online portion of the curriculum resides on a Web server at each Academy. Students access the curriculum from their workstations over the classroom LAN. Students will also have access to view the curriculum online during non-classroom time.
Q: Are there any prerequisites for enrolling students or for instructors?
A:Â The curriculum assumes no prior knowledge of computers or networks on the part of the students. An eighth grade reading, writing and math proficiency is expected.Local Academy instructors will find it helpful to have basic computer literacy and a general knowledge of programming, but these are not absolutely necessary. Regional Academy and CATC instructors should possess a background in programming (preferably object oriented programming).
Q: What are students working towards?
A:Â This course will help prepare students for the certification exam for Sun Certified Programmer for Java2 Platform.
Certification and assessment
Q: What is the name of the certification that students earn after completing the Java course?
A:Â Sun Certified Programmer for Java2 Platform.
Q: Are students assessed as they progress through the curriculum?
A:Â Yes. Cisco has developed a state-of-the-art assessment system to provide students, instructors, administrators, and Cisco personnel with detailed data on student progress. Cisco uses the assessment data to apply continuous improvement practices to the program and curriculum.
Q: What are the different types of Academies and their responsibilities in the Fundamentals of Java Academy Program?
A:Â There are three types of Academies: Local Academies, Regional Academies, and Cisco Academy Training Centers (CATCs).
