This course introduces the Java programming language and how to develop Java applications using WSAD. Students learn the syntax of the Java programming language, object-oriented programming using Java, exception handling, file input/output (I/O), along with servlets and JavaServer Pages. During the course, students will develop and test Java applications using WSAD.

• Java basics
• Basic introduction to WebSphere Studio Application Developer 
• Branching and looping 
• Objects 
• Advanced class concepts 
• Arrays 
• Exceptions 
• Stream I/O 
• Basic introduction to servlets 
• Using WSAD WebSphere Test Environment 
• Basic introduction to JavaServer Pages 
• Overview of Enterprise JavaBeans

   

Extensive practical exercises take students through all major aspects of the design and development of Java programs. Students will be introduced to various wizards and tools available from WSAD.

After completing this course, the student should be able to:

• Apply OOP principles 
• Design OO applications using abstraction, encapsulation, modularity and hierarchy 
• Use Java exceptions to guarantee graceful error recovery for your application 
• Create and use inner classes in your program to make them concise and clear 
• Do input/output using Java 
• Create servlets and JavaServer Pages 
• Use WSAD for Java application development 

This course is intended for programmers who are interested in adding Java to their skills.

The students must be familiar with object-oriented principals and the concept of object-oriented programming.