Java Novice to Javanista

Course fee

Cost: R6 000.00

Deposit: R1 500.00

Monthly instalments: R900.00 x 5

Duration: You will have Skillsoft access to this course for 12 months. The average time required to work through the syllabus is:

• 51 courses (66h 46m) / 3 labs (16h)
• Optional additional resources are available to enhance your learning in your own time.

About the course

Course code: C01374

Course overview:

Java is one of the most in-demand programming languages in the world and one of the two official programming languages used in Android development. Though Java is a pure object-oriented language, it has developed into a multi-paradigm language making it highly compliant to any situation.

Developers familiar with Java can build a wide range of applications, games, and tools. If you are new to Java development, you may be a little apprehensive – how easy is Java to learn? This journey helps you get started with Java and it will take you all the way to becoming an accomplished Java developer!

In this Journey, you will begin by exploring the roots and the significant features of Java and you will get a solid foundation with step-by-step hands-on code examples using JShell. In the second track, you will take a deep dive into the advanced features of Java – like exception handling, Generics, Lambdas, and Reflection. The second track concludes with a focus on building jar files for Java Libraries. In the final track you will learn database connectivity with Java as well as how to build web applications and web services in Java.

In short, you will learn to write Java programs from scratch and become a confident Java developer.

The tracks you will cover include:

• Track 1: Java Novice
• Track 2: Java Apprentice
• Track 3: Javanista

What are Aspire Journeys?

Aspire Journeys are guided learning paths designed and published by Skillsoft. These courses provide:

• A clear starting point across the roles and responsibilities of tomorrow.
• Exercises for on-the-job applications to put what you’ve learned into practice.
• Verifiable, shareable, and portable digital badges so you can celebrate accomplishments along the way.
• A diverse array of learning tools from the books to audiobooks to video courses, and more.

The learning path for each journey comprises tracks of content in a recommended order. Completing all content within a track completes the track. Completing all tracks within the journey completes the journey.

Modules and topics covered:

Track 1: Java Novice

• Getting Started with Java: The Fundamentals of Java Programming
• Getting Started with Java: Writing & Running Java Programs
• Getting Started with Java: Variables & Primitive Types
• Getting Started with Java: Operators
• Control Structures in Java: Implementing Java Control Structures
• Modeling Entities in Java: Getting Started with Classes & Objects
• Modeling Entities in Java: Defining Custom Classes & Objects
• Modeling Entities in Java: Methods, Method Overloading, & Constructors
• Modeling Entities in Java: Static Members, Arguments, & Method Overriding
• Mapping Relationships in Java: Modeling Is-a Relationships Using Inheritance
• Mapping Relationships in Java: Constructors & Polymorphism
• Mapping Relationships in Java: Overriding Methods and Using Access Modifiers
• Mapping Relationships in Java: Working with Interfaces & Class Loaders
• Interactive Java & JShell: Writing Java Programs with the Interactive JShell
• Final Exam: Java Novice

Track 2: Java Apprentice

• Handling Errors: An Introduction to Exceptions
• Handling Errors: Handling Exceptions in Java
• Handling Errors: Advanced Topics in Exceptions
• Collections in Java: Arrays & Non-parameterized ArrayLists
• Collections in Java: Lists & List Operations
• Collections in Java: Sets & Maps
• Generics in Java: Creating Classes and Methods Using Generics
• Generics in Java: Bounded Type Parameters & Wildcards
• Classes in Java: Working with Static Nested, Inner, & Local Classes
• Classes in Java: Creating & Using Anonymous Classes
• Classes in Java: Implementing Functional Interfaces Using Lambdas
• Java: Getting Started with Reflection
• Java: Accessing Constructors, Methods, & Fields Using Reflection
• Java: Working with Annotations, Generics, & Arrays Using Reflection
• Java: Leveraging Reflection to Build Dynamic Proxies & Unit Tests
• Java Archive (JAR): Building Java Archives
• Java Archive (JAR): Packaging Java Apps Using Maven
• Final Exam: Java Apprentice

Track 3: Javanista

• Serialization in Java: Getting Started with Object Serialization
• Serialization in Java: Using JSON Simple for Serialization & Parsing
• Serialization in Java: Using JSON in Java for Serialization & Parsing
• HTTP Requests in Java: Sending Simple HTTP Requests
• HTTP Requests in Java: HTTP Requests with Java’s HttpClient
• Java Database Connectivity (JDBC): An Introduction to JDBC
• Java Database Connectivity (JDBC): Interacting with Databases using RowSets
• Java Database Connectivity (JDBC): Joining & Filtering Data with RowSets
• Java Database Connectivity (JDBC): Batch Executions & Transactions with JDBC
• Building Web Applications with JSP: An Introduction to JSP
• Building Web Applications with JSP: Handling Errors
• Building Web Applications with JSP: Customizing Responses with Servlets
• Building Web Applications with JSP: Integrating a JSP App with a Database
• Java Web Services: Getting Started with SOAP-based Web Services
• Java Web Services: Integrating Web Services with a Database
• Java Web Services: Building REST APIs
• Java Web Services: Enabling CRUD Operations with REST APIs
• Final Exam: Javanista

Admission requirements

Academic grade: We recommend the following prerequisite skills:

• Programming knowledge
• Familiar with Object Oriented Programming
• Familiar with database concepts

Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).

Expertise level: Beginner

Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.

Effort: Self-paced learning online.

Accreditation status

Course type: Short course

Industry partner: Skillsoft

Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.

Certification issued by: College SA

Assessment details

Each track concludes with a final internal exam that will test your knowledge and application of the topics presented throughout that specific track.

There are no external certification exams for this course.

What to expect

Dedicated support team

We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.

Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access

Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, mentoring and practical simulations/virtual labs. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.