Getting Started with Java

Overview/Description
To introduce the main principles and elements of the Java language

Target Audience
Novice programmers with an understanding of basic programming concepts who want to learn Java; programmers proficient in another programming language who want to move to Java; programmers experienced in the Java language who want to take the Sun Certified Programmer for the Java 2 Platform, Standard Edition 1.4 exam

Prerequisites
Knowledge of basic programming principles; experience in another programming or scripting language, such as Visual Basic, C, C++, or JavaScript, would be useful

Expected Duration
170 Minutes

Objectives:

Getting Started with Java

  • recognize the features of the J2SE platform and how Java programs are executed.
  • outline the object-oriented features of the Java language.
  • create a basic Java class to model a real-world object.
  • identify the new features of J2SE 1.4.
  • create and execute a Java application.
  • create, compile, and execute a Java application.
  • specify the appropriate use of lexical elements in Java.
  • use Java primitive types and literal values to declare variables.
  • identify the code used to declare and initialize Java strings and arrays.
  • work with data types, strings, and arrays in Java.


    • Course Number: 212087_eng