Course Overview
Elevate your programming skills with our Advanced Java Coding Course, specifically designed for high school students ready to take their knowledge to the next level. This course delves deeper into Java programming, focusing on advanced concepts and real-world applications that prepare students for college-level coursework and careers in technology.
Learning Objectives
- Deep Dive into Object-Oriented Programming: Explore advanced OOP concepts such as inheritance, polymorphism, and interfaces to build robust applications.
- Data Structures and Algorithms: Understand and implement essential data structures (like arrays, lists, and trees) and algorithms to solve complex problems efficiently.
- Software Development Methodologies: Learn about Agile practices, version control with Git, and collaborative development processes.
- Database Integration: Gain hands-on experience with databases, using JDBC to connect Java applications to SQL databases for data manipulation and retrieval.
Course Activities
- Capstone Projects: Develop a comprehensive project that applies advanced Java concepts, allowing students to showcase their skills and creativity.
- Coding Challenges: Participate in advanced coding challenges and competitions to sharpen problem-solving abilities and coding efficiency.
- Real-World Applications: Work on case studies and projects that simulate industry scenarios, providing a taste of professional software development.
- Peer Code Reviews: Engage in code review sessions to learn best practices and improve code quality through constructive feedback.
Course Structure
- Duration: 12 weeks, with weekly sessions lasting 2 hours.
- Prerequisites: Completion of an introductory Java course or equivalent experience is required.