Build powerful Java apps using OOP, collections, JDBC, and AI-enhanced development.
Java is the premier development language for web servers, enterprise servers, network applications, embedded devices, appliances and wireless applications.
This course, which covers Java 21+, teaches students to apply object-oriented concepts, design and develop Java applications, and use Java libraries. You’ll learn to write, maintain and debug applications, and make effective use of standard packages. You’ll also learn key design concepts and implementation skills needed for professional Java programming. Additionally, you'll explore leveraging AI tools to enhance coding efficiency and debugging.
* Defining classes and methods, constructors, access modifiers, inheritance, overriding, overloading, polymorphism, constructor chaining, super keyword, abstract classes, static fields and methods, final keyword, MVC design pattern
* Creating arrays, multidimensional arrays, strings, StringBuilder class, primitive wrapper classes
* Creating interfaces, difference between interfaces and nested classes, predefined interfaces, nested interfaces, static nested classes, inner classes, anonymous classes, records, sealed classes and interfaces, pattern matching for instance
* Reading and writing text and binary files, random file access, serializations
* Try and catch blocks, exception class, creating custom exception classes, multiple catch blocks, run-time exceptions, the finally block
* The Thread class, interface runnable, creating threads, interrupting threads, thread synchronization, problems with threads
* Generics, interfaces set, map and list and their implementations, iterators, set operations, wildcards, comparable and comparator interfaces
* JDBC API with driver managers, result sets, cached row sets, prepared statements
* Functional interfaces, lambda expressions, streams
* Introduction to AI-powered coding tools for code improvement, debugging and optimization
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| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 09-22-2026 | 12:01am | 12:02am | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
| Tue, 12-15-2026 | 11:58pm | 11:59pm | Online Self-Paced | ONLINE |
Online Self-Paced courses have a structured learning environment where students are allowed to complete the work at their own pace. Students may complete the coursework early or use the entire duration of the course. This course is largely self-study with instructor guidance and includes online learning modules, assignments, and/or quizzes. All course materials and assignments will be available at the beginning of the course on Canvas, our learning management system.
For this section, student access begins on September 22, but you may still enroll until October 13. All course work must be completed by 11:59 pm on December 15, 2026.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Texts: None
Recommended Text:
Murach's Java Programming, 6th Edition, Joel Murach, Mike Murach & Associates, 2021, ISBN- 9781943872879.
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