Name of the Course: JAVA Programming

Sr. No. Heading Particulars

1 Description the Introduction:
course: Java is one of the most widely-used, robust, and versatile
programming languages in the software industry. It
follows the object-oriented programming paradigm and is
known for its platform independence, thanks to the Java
Virtual Machine (JVM). This course introduces students
to the foundational and advanced features of Java,
covering core concepts, GUI development,
multithreading, exception handling, web application
development using Servlets and JSP, and database
connectivity through JDBC.
Relevance:
In today’s software-driven world, Java is a fundamental
language that underpins many enterprise-level, web-
based, mobile, and desktop applications. Its syntax and
concepts are not only essential for programming in Java
but also form the basis for understanding other languages
such as C#, Kotlin, and Scala. Java's relevance is further
reinforced by its use in Android development, big data
(via tools like Hadoop), and large-scale enterprise
applications.
Usefulness:
This course builds strong foundational skills in
programming and software design. It enables students to
construct modular programs using classes, interfaces, and
packages. They also learn to handle exceptions, manage
concurrent threads, design user-friendly graphical
interfaces, and create dynamic, database-connected web
applications using technologies like Servlets and JSP.
Application:
The practical aspect of the course allows students to build
desktop tools, interactive GUI applications, and basic web
portals. By working with JDBC, Swing, and
multithreading, students gain hands-on experience in
areas that mirror real-world software development
scenarios.
Interest:
Java’s simplicity, combined with its rich libraries and
real-time problem-solving approach, makes learning
 engaging and rewarding. Students enjoy working on mini-
projects, interactive applications, and seeing the
immediate impact of their code, which deepens their
interest and confidence in programming.
Connection with Other Courses:
The skills acquired in this course directly support and
enhance learning in related subjects like Data Structures,
Database Management Systems, Operating Systems, Web
Development, and Software Engineering. It also forms a
foundation for advanced electives in Mobile App
Development and Enterprise Computing.
Demand in the Industry:
Java developers are in steady demand across industries
such as finance, education, e-commerce, and healthcare.
Its robustness, scalability, and extensive community
support make it a preferred language for backend systems
and enterprise-level applications.
Job Prospects:
After completing this course, students are well-prepared
for internships and entry-level roles like Java Developer,
Backend Developer, Software Engineer, Web Application
Developer, and Android App Developer. Mastery of Java
also positions students strongly for advanced
certifications and competitive programming
opportunities.
2 Vertical: VSC
3 Type: Practical
4 Credits: 2 credits (1 credit = 15 Hours for Theory or 30 Hours of
Practical work in a semester)
5 Hours Allotted: 60 Hours
6 Marks Allotted: 50 Marks
7 Course Objectives (CO):
CO 1. Provide a strong foundation in Java programming concepts including
object-oriented principles and core syntax.
CO 2. Enable students to design and implement modular programs using classes,
interfaces, packages, and exception handling.
CO 3. Introduce multithreading and collections to manage concurrency and
structured data efficiently.
CO 4. Familiarize students with GUI development using Swing and event
handling for desktop applications.
CO 5. Train learners to build web-based applications using Servlets, JSP, and
JDBC for database connectivity and dynamic content.
8 Course Outcomes (OC):
After successful completion of this course, students would be able to -
OC 1. Apply object-oriented programming concepts to develop efficient and
maintainable Java applications.
OC 2. Implement exception handling and multithreading to build robust and
concurrent programs.
OC 3. Use Java Collection Framework to store, manipulate, and retrieve data
effectively.
OC 4. Design user interfaces using Swing components and handle user events in
GUI applications.
OC 5. Connect Java applications with databases using JDBC and perform CRUD
operations.
OC 6. Develop dynamic, session-managed web applications using Servlets and
JSP.
9 Modules:
Module (30 hours):
Java Basics and OOP: History and Features of Java, JVM, JDK, JRE, Java Program
Structure, Tokens, Data Types, Operators, OOP Principles: Class, Object,
Constructor, this, static, Inheritance, Polymorphism (Overloading/Overriding),
Abstraction, Encapsulation, Abstract Classes, Interfaces, Inner Classes, super,
Anonymous Classes
Packages & Access Specifiers: Predefined & user-defined packages, access
specifiers
Exception Handling: Pre-Defined Exceptions, try-catch-finally, throw, throws,
custom (user defined) exceptions
Multithreading: Thread creation, Thread life cycle, Synchronization, wait(),
notify(), notifyAll()
Collection Framework: [Link] overview, Interfaces: List, Set, Map, Classes:
ArrayList, LinkedList, HashSet, TreeSet, HashMap
Introduction to JSON: Syntax, DataTypes, JSON with Java
Module (30 hours):
Java Foundation Classes & Swing: JFC Overview, Common Swing Components:
JFrame, JPanel, JButton, JTextField, JLabel, Layouts, Event Handling using
Delegation Event Model, Adapter classes, ActionListener
JDBC: JDBC Architecture & Drivers, Connecting to DB, Statement,
PreparedStatement, ResultSet, Navigating data, ResultSetMetaData, Transactions,
Exception handling
Servlets: Servlet Lifecycle & basic structure, Deployment Descriptor,
ServletConfig, ServletContext, RequestDispatcher, Response redirection, Session
tracking (Cookies, URL Rewriting, HttpSession), Introduction to Filter API
 Java Server Pages (JSP): JSP Lifecycle & Architecture, Scripting Elements,
Directives, Implicit Objects, JSTL basics, Expression Language, CRUD operation
overview using JSP
JSON: Syntax, DataTypes, JSON with Java
10 Text Books
1. Herbert Schildt, Java The Complete Reference, Eleventh Edition, McGraw-Hill
Education, 2020
2. Bryan Basham, Kathy Sierra, Bert Bates, Head First Servlets and JSP, O’reilly (SPD),
2018
3. Ivan Bayross, Web Enabled Commercial Applications Development Using Java 2, BPB
Publications
4. Java XML and JSON: Document Processing for Java SE by Jeff Friesen January 2019,
Apress
11 Reference Books
1. E. Balagurusamy, Programming with Java- A Primer, Tata McGraw-Hill Education
India, 2023
2. Programming in JAVA, 2nd Ed, Sachin Malhotra & Saurabh Choudhary, Oxford Press,
2018
3. Joe Wigglesworth and Paula McMillan, Java Programming: Advanced Topics, Thomson
Course Technology (SPD)
4. Eric Jendrock, Jennifer Ball, D Carson and others, The Java EE 5 Tutorial, Pearson
Education
5. Java Parsing Collection XML JSON: Map List XML JSON Transform by Yang Hu,
2019
12 Internal Continuous Assessment: 40% Semester End Examination: 60%