Introduction to Java

This course covers programming fundamentals, design and implementation of basic console applications, and the use of window components in graphical user interface (GUI) design. Fundamentals covered include loops, arrays, input/output, events, exceptions, and threads. Using the Java programming language, students will explore data encapsulation, class and method constructs, standard programming algorithms, programming methodology, and syntax structures. Students will work on programming examples in the video tutorials and in Java game tutorials found through web searches. This course is designed to prepare each student to complete other programming language courses and/or advanced Java courses. Students also receive a solid foundation in logical thinking and problem-solving that will serve them well in any future discipline. This is a single semester course.

RECOMMENDED PREREQUISITE: Pre-Algebra.

Basic and On Demand are always open for registration.

Plus courses are created upon request.

ONE SEMESTER COURSE

Unit 1: Introduction to Computer Science

Course Overview
History of Computing
Intro to Computer Science
Computational Thinking
Using Java
Output in Java
Variables
Basic Input and Output
Data Types
Arithmetical Operators
Operators
Logical Operations
Control Structures
Create a Calculator Program

Unit 2: Object-Oriented Programming

Object-Oriented Programming
Methods
Creating a Class
Instantiate an Object
Inheritance
Polymorphism
String Class
String Methods
Java API

Unit 3: Software Development

Software Development Cycle
Stages of Development
Ethical Use and Responsibility
Set Up a Game Frame
Create a Canvas
Animation
Sprites Speed and Direction
Events
Collision Detection