Programming

Offered by Northwestern University School of Continuing Studies, this program focuses on programming principles and syntax using Java programming languages. It begins with an introduction to programming and the object paradigm, then examines object relationships and the design and implementation of classes, such as fundamental language and program organization. Emphasis is placed on the logic of classes and modeling of behavior. Topics include basic constructs (I/O, loops, and decisions), object behavior, state and identity object life cycles, interfaces and relationships, class efficiency, inheritance and polymorphism to support abstraction, and specialization of class types.

• CIS 212 Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming
• CIS 314 Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming
• CIS 317 Data Management and Information Processing
• CIS 394 Software Project Management and Development
  
  
• Note: Students may also apply the following previously offered courses to the concentration:
  COMP SCI 111 Introduction to Programming
  COMP SCI 211 Computer Programming II
  COMP SCI 317 Data Structures and Data Management
  COMP SCI 395-4 Introduction to Object-Oriented Computing
  COMP STU 395-3 Advanced Programming: Concepts and Constructs in C++
  COMP STU 395-9 Java for C++ Programmers

To register for this program, please complete an Academic Plan form (PDF Format) and a Registration form (PDF Format).

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