This module builds on the basic ideas of programming introduced in Java Programming 1.

During the module more of the syntax of the underlying programming language is introduced. Students will make greater use of the Java API, enabling them to build solutions to more advanced programming problems.

The emphasis on problem solving, design and documentation is continued, to encourage the production of reusable software.

On successful completion of this module, the student will be able to

• Design solutions to practical programming problems.
• Construct solutions to problems utilising further API classes, such as collections.
• Demonstrate an understanding of class hierarchies, including inheritance and constructors.
• Use GUI classes (swing and AWT) to construct structured user interfaces for the input and output of data.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the basics of software design, testing and documentation.

Assessment will be via a two hour practical test, during which students will be required to demonstrate problem solving, design and implementation skills. The problem may be based on exercises completed throughout the teaching weeks, or on a scenario distributed one week in advance of the test.

This module must be studied in conjunction with Java Programming 1.

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