Core Java Programming Certification
Master Core Java with OOP, collections, multithreading & JDBC in 6 weeks. Hands-on projects prepare you for real-world Java development & certification.
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Cognovera
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This certification program is designed for intermediate learners to master Core Java programming concepts including object-oriented programming, exception handling, collections, multithreading, file handling, and Java 8+ features. The course provides a hands-on, project-based learning approach where students will apply concepts to real-world applications, culminating in a final project and certification test. By the end, students will be industry-ready for advanced Java frameworks and software development roles.
Week 1: Java Fundamentals & OOP Basics
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1
Day 1: Introduction to Java & Development Setup- JDK, JRE, JVM basics
- Installing IDEs (Eclipse/IntelliJ/VS Code)
- Writing & running first Java program
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2
Day 2: Java Basics
- Data types, variables, operators
- Input/output in Java
- Type casting & expressions
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3
Day 3: Control Flow
- If-else, switch-case
- Loops (for, while, do-while)
- Break, continue, return
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4
Day 4: Methods & Scope
- Defining and invoking methods
- Method overloading
- Variable scope & lifetime
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5
Day 5: Introduction to OOP
- Classes & objects
- Constructors
- Access modifiers
Week 2: Core Object-Oriented Programming
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6
Day 1: Inheritance & Composition
- Extending classes
- Super & this keywords
- Composition vs. inheritance
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7
Day 2: Polymorphism
- Method overriding
- Dynamic binding
- Abstract classes
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8
Day 3: Interfaces
- Defining interfaces
- Multiple inheritance via interfaces
- Functional interfaces
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9
Day 4: Encapsulation & Packages
- Getters & setters
- Organizing code with packages
- Import statements
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10
Day 5: Static & Final Keywords
- Static variables & methods
- Final variables, methods, classes
Week 3: Exception Handling & Advanced OOP
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11
Day 1: Exception Handling Basics
- Try-catch-finally
- Checked vs. unchecked exceptions
- Throw & throws
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12
Day 2: Custom Exceptions
- Creating user-defined exceptions
- Best practices in exception handling
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13
Day 3: Object Class Methods
- equals(), hashCode(), toString()
- clone() and finalize()
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14
Day 4: Inner & Nested Classes
- Member inner classes
- Static nested classes
- Anonymous classes
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15
Day 5: Enums & Wrapper Classes
- Enum definition & use
- Wrapper classes (Integer, Double, etc.)
- Autoboxing & unboxing
Week 4: Collections & Generics
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16
Day 1: Arrays & Strings
- Single & multidimensional arrays
- String class & StringBuilder/StringBuffer
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17
Day 2: Introduction to Collections
- Collection framework overview
- List, Set, Map interfaces
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18
Day 3: Working with Lists & Sets
- ArrayList, LinkedList
- HashSet, TreeSet
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19
Day 4: Maps & Iterators
- HashMap, TreeMap, LinkedHashMap
- Iterators & foreach loop
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20
Day 5: Generics in Java
- Generic classes & methods
- Wildcards
- Type safety with collections
Week 5: File Handling, Streams & Multithreading
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21
Day 1: File Handling
- File class
- Reading/writing files with FileReader/FileWriter, BufferedReader/BufferedWriter
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22
Day 2: Streams & Serialization
- Byte streams vs. character streams
- Object serialization & deserialization
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23
Day 3: Multithreading Basics
- Thread class & Runnable interface
- Thread lifecycle
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24
Day 4: Thread Synchronization
- synchronized keyword
- Inter-thread communication (wait, notify, notifyAll)
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25
Day 5: Concurrency Utilities
- Executor framework
- Callable & Future
- Locks & semaphores
Week 6: Advanced Java Features & Project
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26
Day 1: Java 8+ Features
- Lambda expressions
- Streams API basics
- Functional programming concepts
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27
Day 2: JDBC (Java Database Connectivity)
- Connecting Java with MySQL/Oracle
- Executing SQL queries from Java
- PreparedStatement & ResultSet
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28
Day 3: Unit Testing with JUnit
- Setting up JUnit
- Writing test cases
- Assertions & annotations
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29
Day 4: Mini Project Development (Hands-on)
- Building a small Java application (e.g., Library Management System / Student Record System)
- Applying OOP, collections, and file handling
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30
Day 5: Project Presentation & Certification Assessment
- Final project review & evaluation
- Certification test (MCQs + Coding tasks)
- Course wrap-up & career guidance
Q1. Do I need prior Java knowledge to enroll?
No, prior Java experience isn’t required. However, you should have a basic understanding of programming concepts like loops and variables.
Q2. What kind of projects will I build?
You will build a complete Java application (e.g., Library Management System or Student Record System) applying all concepts learned.
Q3. Will this course prepare me for advanced Java frameworks like Spring/Hibernate?
Yes, this course builds the Core Java foundation, which is essential before moving on to frameworks like Spring, Hibernate, or Java EE.
Q4. Do I get a certificate after completion?
Yes. After completing the final project and assessment, you will receive an industry-recognized Core Java Programming Certification.
Q5. Can this certification help me in job placements?
Absolutely. Java is widely used in enterprise applications, and this certification enhances your chances of landing roles such as Java Developer, Backend Engineer, or Software Engineer.
Skills You Will Learn in This Course
- Writing, compiling, and debugging Java applications
- Applying Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles
- Implementing exception handling for robust applications
- Using Java Collections Framework effectively
- Working with multithreading & concurrency utilities
- Performing file handling & serialization
- Building applications using Java 8+ features (lambdas, streams)
- Connecting Java with databases using JDBC
- Writing JUnit test cases for reliable code
- Developing and presenting a real-world Java project
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Course details
Lectures
30
Level
Intermediate
Basic info
- Program Name: Core Java Programming Certification
- Duration: 6 Weeks (5 days per week)
- Level: Intermediate
- Mode: Classroom / Online (Instructor-led)
- Final Assessment: Project + Certification Test
- Outcome: Certification of Completion & Industry Readiness
Course requirements
- Basic understanding of programming concepts (loops, conditionals, variables)
- Prior exposure to any programming language (C/C++/Python recommended)
- Computer with Java JDK installed (Windows/Linux/Mac)
- IDE (IntelliJ, Eclipse, or VS Code) installed
- Willingness to practice coding daily
Intended audience
- Students pursuing computer science/IT courses
- Entry-level software developers seeking Java expertise
- Programmers familiar with C/C++ or Python transitioning to Java
- Professionals preparing for Java certifications (OCPJP)
- Anyone aiming to start a career in Java-based software development
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