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Introduction to Programming Using Java

CSE-41242

Learning how to program can be a first step

towards a lucrative and challenging career. Aimed at first time programmers, this course will help you leap onto that path by exploring fundamental concepts of the highly popular Java programming language.
 
The goal of this course is to familiarize students with fundamental statements and teach them how to write simple programs but also prepare them for more rigorous programming courses.

Course Highlights:

  • Programming essentials including branching, repetition, data structure, algorithms, and data modeling
  • The rules and syntax of the Java Programming language, including objects, methods, and inheritance
  • Object-oriented programming concepts
  • Testable Code

 Course Learning Outcomes:

  • Writing, running, debugging, and modifying programs
  • Understanding and developing algorithms
Course Typically Offered: Online in every quarter.

Prerequisites: Students must have access to a web-enabled computer, strong problem-solving skills and computer familiarity.

Required Textbook: This course will utilize an interactive STEM zyBook ISBN: 978-1-394-02875-7
A subscription is $69. Students may begin subscribing on Dec. 24, 2024 and the cutoff to subscribe is Mar. 04, 2025. Subscriptions will last until Mar. 22, 2025.

In order to acquire your subscription, follow these simple instructions.

  • Sign in or create an account at learn.zybooks.com
  • Sign in Enter zyBook code: UCSDCSE41242GappyWinter2025
  • Subscribe

Next steps: Upon completion of this course, consider enrolling in the Java Programming certificate and taking Java Programming I: Fundamental Java Concepts to continue learning.

Recommendation: Students who find this course challenging, should consider taking CSE-41318 Introduction to Front End Technologies which will provide a solid foundation in programming principles and logic.

Contact: For more information about this course, please contact infotech@ucsd.edu.

Course Information

Online
3.00 units
$725.00

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This course applies to these programs

Java Programming

Course sessions

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Section ID:

184031

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 9/30/2024

Schedule:

No information available at this time.
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Instructor: German Eichberger

German Eichberger
German Eichberger, MSc, is a Senior Software Engineer with Microsoft Azure. In addition, he is a core reviewer for several OpenStack projects. Previously, he was an architect on Racksapce's kubernetes team and led Hewlett-Packard's Cloud Advanced Networking Team. He also worked with clients from major corporations while at PricewaterhouseCoopers. German has lectured on cloud topics and IT trends at numerous companies and user conference.
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Section ID:

185624

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

No textbook required.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 1/13/2025

Schedule:

No information available at this time.
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Instructor: James Gappy, M.S.

James Gappy, M.S.

Senior Software Engineer, Sony

James Gappy earned his master's in Computer Science/Engineering from Wayne State University. He is a professor at Mesa College where he teaches programming.

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