Certificate in Java Computer Programming

Sun Certified Java Programmer

Course Details

Train as a Java programmer, and learn a skill that business is crying out for.

Java technology is used everywhere - in PC's, mobile phones, TV set-top boxes, and the internet. At the same time, trained Java programmers are in short supply. So by taking this course, you can put yourself in line for a huge range of exciting and extremely well paid jobs.

Although you'll require a basic knowledge of programming fundamentals before beginning your course, no prior knowledge of Java is needed.   But by the end, you'll have gained genuine mastery of Java and will be ready to apply for a job as a specialist Java programmer or developer. To repeat, your new skills will be in high demand. That means you could be looking at a salary of up to £40,000* per annum.

Qualifications

Upon completion of your course you should be ready to sit and pass the following exam:

The Sun Certified Programmer for Java 6 (CX-310-065)

This is an industry-recognised qualification designed to demonstrate your skill and confidence as a trained Java programmer.

 

Study Plan

Your course is divided into two major study sections - Java Programming Fundamentals, and Sun Certified Java Programmer for Java 6.

Section 1 – Java Programming Fundamentals

This section focuses on everything involved in writing Java applications and applets. You will cover the following study topics:

 

• An Introduction to Java
• OOAD (Object Orientated Analysis and Design)
• The Java Programming Language
• Classes and Objects
• Methods
• Control Structures
• Arrays
• Inheritance
• Applets

Section 2 - Sun Certified Java Programmer for Java 6

This section focuses on everything involved in creating Java source files and in defining packages and all forms of classes and interfaces. You will cover the following study topics:

 

• Declarations and Access Control
• Object Orientation
• Assignments
• Operators
• Flow Control, Exceptions, and Assertions
• Strings, I/O, Formatting, and Parsing
• Generics and Collections
• Inner Classes
• Threads
• Development
   

Assignments

The Java Computer Programming course has 20 assignments for you to complete. Once you have completed an assignment you should send it to your personal tutor.  Your completed assignments will enable your personal tutor to see your progress, offer helpful feedback, and ensure you're getting the very most from your training.

 

Study Details

Your course is designed to allow you to learn at your own pace and in a logical way, with each new study topic building on the knowledge you have already gained.

You should expect to complete the course within approximately 240 hours of study.

Note: The minimun computer hardware requirements for this course are;

• 500MHz or faster processor
• 120MB RAM or higher
• 2GB of available hard disk space for installation
• DVD-ROM drive, broadband Internet access
• 1024 x 768 or higher resolution screen
• Your operating system must be at least  Windows 2000(SP4), WindowsXP(SP2), Windows 2003 or Windows Vista.

 

Careers

Java programmers are in high demand. This means career and earning opportunities are currently excellent - both in the UK and abroad.

With this course you will be able to apply for jobs within the IT industry as a Java programmer or developer and could earn between £25,000 - £45,000* per annum.

*Source: CW Jobs - June 2006