The course is aligned with the official Certiport exam objectives and includes the following modules:

1. Java Fundamentals

• Understand the role of the main method

• Use standard Java packages for input/output

• Recognise variable scope and placement

• Write and apply code comments and Javadoc documentation

2. Data Types, Variables, and Expressions

• Declare and use primitive data types (e.g. int, float, boolean)

• Use and manipulate strings and String methods

• Create and work with arrays and ArrayLists

• Parse data, perform type casting, and convert between types

• Write arithmetic expressions using Java operators

3. Flow Control Implementation

• Build branching structures using if, else, switch, and nested logic

• Use loops (for, while, do while, for each) effectively

• Understand logical, relational, and unary operators

• Control loop flow with break and continue

4. Object-Oriented Programming

• Create Java classes and constructors

• Use inheritance, overloading, and the this keyword

• Access and modify data members (private, public, protected)

• Declare and use static and instance methods

• Work with objects and understand encapsulation principles

5. Code Compilation and Debugging

• Troubleshoot syntax, runtime, and logic errors

• Use compiler messages, print statements, and stack traces

• Implement exception handling using try, catch, finally

• Display error information and understand exception types

• Explore how generative AI can assist in debugging

Each module features guided learning content, practical Java coding exercises, and knowledge checks.