Information Technology Program Courses

Introduction to C++

For students wishing to learn basic C++ programming skills.

C++ is an object-oriented programming language.

The skills you learn include:

• declaring and using objects and functions
• writing your own classes and functions
• using graphical user interfaces
• using control structures
• writing and reading external files
• creating and using arrays

Prior knowledge of programming is not required.

In this course, you play the role of an entry-level C++ programmer at a software company, developing applications for one of their clients.

You build your programming skills through a series of challenging tasks, in which you receive direction and tips from the project’s team leader and other co-workers.

Introduction to Java

For students wishing to learn basic Java programming skills.

Java is an object-oriented programming language.

The skills you learn include:

• an introduction to operators and control statements
• searching and sorting arrays
• graphical user interfaces
• object-oriented programming and classes
• graphics
• reading and writing files
• the Java class libraries
• applets

Prior knowledge of programming is not required.

In this course, you play the role of a newly hired Java programmer at a software development house that is currently working on a project for KCI, a company that remodels home kitchens.

You build your programming skills as you collaborate with your team leader and other co-workers to create a series of working programs in Java.

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