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Free Online Course on Java Programming Polymorphism and Advanced Data Structures

Purdue University is offering free online course on Java Programming Polymorphism and Advanced Data Structures. This course is aimed at students who have basic knowledge of computer science.

The overall objective of this course is to learn advanced object-oriented programming strategies in Java and prepare for the AP Computer Science A exam. The course will start on March 6, 2018.

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Course At A Glance 

Length: 6 weeks
Effort: 4-6 hours pw
Subject: Java Programming Polymorphism and Advanced Data Structures
Institution: Purdue University and edx
Languages: English
Price: Free
Certificate Available: Yes, Add a Verified Certificate for $49
Session: Course Starts on March 6, 2018

Providers’ Details

Purdue University is a vast laboratory for discovery. The university is known not only for science, technology, engineering, and math programs, but also for our imagination, ingenuity, and innovation. It’s a place where those who seek an education come to make their ideas real — especially when those transformative discoveries lead to scientific, technological, social, or humanitarian impact.

About This Course

This computer science course covers advanced OOP strategies, including polymorphism, abstract classes, super keyword, exceptions, generics, sorting and searching algorithms.

Why Take This Course?

This course is for anyone interested in taking a first-level computer-programming course, particularly those who attend a school that does not provide a similar class.

Learning Outcomes

  • Polymorphism and object-oriented programming
  • Abstract classes
  • Exceptions
  • Generics
  • Sorting and Searching Algorithms
  • Problem solving and algorithm design

Instructors

Sunil Prabhakar

Sunil is the Department Head of Purdue University’s Department of Computer Science.

Debbie Perouli

Debbie is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Marquette University.

Phil Sands

Phil is the K-12 Outreach Coordinator for Computer Science at Purdue University.

Requirements

  • Secondary school algebra
  • Recommended:
  • AP Computer Science A: Java Programming
  • AP Computer Science A: Java Programming Data Structures and Loops
  • AP Computer Science A: Java Programming Classes and Objects

How To Join This Course

  • Go to the course website link
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  • Choose “Register Now” to get started.
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