Course Duration: 8-10 Weeks
Target Audience: Beginners to Intermediate learners
Mode: Online
Prerequisites: No prior programming experience required (Basic understanding of computers and logical thinking would be a plus)
Course Outline:
Week 1: Introduction to Java
- Topic Overview: Introduction to Java programming language, its features, and why it's popular.
- Topics Covered:
- What is Java?
- Features of Java (platform independence, object-oriented, etc.)
- Setting up Java Development Environment (JDK, IDEs)
- Writing the first Java program:
Hello World - Understanding the structure of a Java program
- Java syntax and basic data types (int, float, char, etc.)
Week 2: Variables, Data Types, and Operators
- Topic Overview: Understanding variables, data types, and operators in Java.
- Topics Covered:
- Variables and Constants
- Primitive Data Types (int, double, char, boolean)
- Non-primitive Data Types (String, Arrays, etc.)
- Type Casting
- Arithmetic, Relational, and Logical Operators
Week 3: Control Flow Statements
- Topic Overview: Implementing conditional logic and loops in Java.
- Topics Covered:
- if, else if, else statements
- switch-case statements
- Loops: for, while, do-while loops
- break and continue statements
Week 4: Functions and Methods
- Topic Overview: Understanding methods and how to use them in Java.
- Topics Covered:
- Defining Methods
- Method Overloading
- Return Types and Parameters
- Recursion in Java
- Varargs (variable-length arguments)
Week 5: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Concepts
- Topic Overview: Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and key principles.
- Topics Covered:
- Classes and Objects
- Constructor and Destructor
- Inheritance and Method Overriding
- Polymorphism
- Encapsulation
- Abstraction
Week 6: Collections and Data Structures
- Topic Overview: Working with Java’s built-in collections and data structures.
- Topics Covered:
- Arrays and ArrayLists
- LinkedList, HashMap, HashSet
- Iterators
- Stacks, Queues
- Collections Framework
Week 7: Exception Handling and File I/O
- Topic Overview: Understanding how to handle errors and exceptions and work with files in Java.
- Topics Covered:
- Types of Exceptions (Checked and Unchecked)
- try-catch blocks, finally, throw, and throws
- File Input and Output (Reading and Writing Files)
- Serialization and Deserialization
Week 8: Multi-threading and Concurrency
- Topic Overview: Introduction to multi-threading and working with multiple threads in Java.
- Topics Covered:
- Threads and Runnable Interface
- Thread Lifecycle and Synchronization
- Executors and thread pools
- Concurrency and Deadlocks
Week 9: Advanced Java Concepts
- Topic Overview: In-depth concepts like Java Streams and Lambda Expressions.
- Topics Covered:
- Lambda Expressions
- Java Stream API
- Functional Interfaces
- Method References
- Optional Class
Week 10: Java Development Tools & Best Practices
- Topic Overview: Tools and techniques for efficient Java development.
- Topics Covered:
- Maven/Gradle for project management
- Unit Testing (JUnit)
- Code Documentation (Javadoc)
- Debugging Techniques
- Performance Optimization
- Best Practices for Writing Clean, Readable Code
Key Features of the Course:
- Interactive Learning: Real-time coding, assignments, and quizzes to reinforce learning.
- Project-Based Learning: Developing mini-projects to apply the concepts learned in real-world scenarios.
- Peer Interaction: Forums and discussion groups for peer support and code reviews.
- Instructor Support: Personalized help during the course duration.
- Hands-On Practice: Code-along sessions where learners can implement what they are taught.
Expected Outcome:
- Gain proficiency in Java programming, capable of writing Java applications from scratch.
- Strong understanding of OOP concepts and how to apply them in projects.
- Ability to use advanced Java features like Streams, Lambda expressions, and multithreading.