Java Class Library by LearnQuest via Coursera: Fee, Duration, How to Apply

Quick Facts

particular	details
Medium of instructions English	Mode of learning Self study	Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based	Learning efforts 9 Hours Per Week

Course overview

The Java Class Library training is the last Core Java Specialisation offered jointly by Coursera and Learn Quest. This programme will help you solidify all the skills learnt and help you land a job as a Java Software developer. After completing this programme, you will be proficient in writing reusable code.

Moreover, you will be able to write type-safe programs using Java Generics. Other skills you will learn include handling runtime errors, working with a collection of objects, working with files, and using Java frameworks such as Jakarta EE and Spring Boot. The Java Class Library by Coursera also includes lab assignments to nurture practical understanding.

The Java Class Library online programme will also cover additional features of the language that enable the essential library areas, library and offer roadmaps to areas for self-exploration. Once the training is done, you will receive a certificate, provided that you have paid for it. The industry-recognised certificate will quickly improve job opportunities.

Course and certificate fees

Choosing the ‘Audit’ option allows you to participate in the course for free.
For the certificate, you must pay the Java Class Library course fee.

Java Class Library fee structure

Particulars	Fee Amount in INR
Java Class Library - Audit course	Free
Java Class Library - 1 month	Rs.3,275/-
Java Class Library - 3 months	Rs.6,550/-
Java Class Library - 6 months	Rs.9,825/-

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Coursera

Eligibility criteria

You must have completed the Object-Oriented Hierarchies in Java course, Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java course, and Introduction to Java course to participate in the Java Class Library training course. However, if you have equivalent knowledge of Java programming, that will suffice as well.

What you will learn

Java

By the end of the Java Class Library online course, you will be proficient in Java essentials such as:

Recursively Enumerable Sets
Classes
Libraries
Java Generics
Exception handling
Arrays
Iterators
Linearity
Java Collection

The syllabus

Module 1: Course Overview

Videos

Course Overview
Experience the Lab Environment

Reading

Importing Lab Starters and/or Solutions

Module 2: Java Generics

Videos

What are Generics, and why do we need them?
Declaring a Generic Stack
Lab Solution Summary
Generics with Subtypes --Without Wildcards
Wildcards
Bounded Wildcards
Understanding bounded generics with super and extends
Generic Methods
Type Erasure
Lab Solution Summary

Readings

Why Generics?
Nested and Inner Classes
Deque
Generic Methods
Generics (Official Docs)

Practice Exercises

Practice Review
Module Review

Module 3: Java Collections

Videos

Introduction to Collections
A Simple Example
Overview of the Collection<E> Hierarchy
Set
Iterator
Sorting
Lists
Maps
Linked Collections
Java 8 Enhancements and Java Streams
Lab Solution Summary

Readings

The Collections Framework
Iterator and ways to iterate
Sorting and Comparing
Processing Data with Java 8 Streams

Practice Exercises

Practice Review
Module Review

Module 4: Exception Handling

Videos

Introduction to Exception Handling
A Simple Example
A Live Example
Exceptions and Errors: Checked and Unchecked
Exceptions and main()
Stack Traces
Catching Exceptions
Finally, Let's Clean up!
Try-With-Resources and Improved Type Checking
Throwing Multiple Exceptions
Good Practices with Exceptions
Lab Solution Summary

Readings

A History of Exception Handling
Lambdas, Functional Interfaces, and Checked Exceptions
The Controversy
Standard Exceptions and Errors
Try-With-Resources
Exception Handling Tutorials

Practice Exercises

Practice Review
Practice Review
Module Review

Module 5: Input and Output

Videos

Introduction and File I/O Example
Property Files
java.io.InputStream and java.io.OutputStream
Files and Directories
Writing Text Files
ZIP Files using the NIO.2 Sample ZIP File Provider
Lab Solution Summary

Readings

Localizing with Property files
InputStream and OutputStream classes
Java NIO.2
How have Java 7 and 8 revamped File I/O?
Javadocs
Custom File System Providers

Practice Exercise

Module Review

Module 6: Enums

Videos

Enums: What and Why?
Implementing Enums
Lab Solution Summary

Readings

Enum Types
EnumMap

Practice Exercise

Module Review

Module 7: Annotations

Videos

Why Annotations?
Examples
Declaring and Using Annotations
Meta-Annotations
Lab Solution Summary

Readings

Other Annotations
Meta-Annotations and Developing Annotations

Practice Exercises

Practice Review
Module Review

Admission details

Follow the instruction given on the official website for the Java Class Library course.
Go through the course offerings and other details.
Log in or register into your account.
Locate the ‘Enrol For Free’ option on the page and click it.
Choose between the two access types: Free or paid.
Pay the course fee (if you have chosen the certificate option) to enrol in the programme. With the free option, you will be directly enrolled.

Filling the form

Enrolment in The Java Class Library programme doesn’t require any application forms. Use your Coursera credentials to sign in and click the ‘Enrol For Free’ to start learning. If you don’t have a Coursera profile, create one using your email ID. There’s also a quicker option available wherein you can sign in or register using your Google ID or Facebook account.

Scholarship Details

Coursera offers financial aid to those who want the Java Class Library certificate but can’t afford it. To avail the financial assistance, filling an application form is necessary. The application form asks you about your career goals, income, and educational qualifications. Once you have submitted the form, Coursera will contact you about the approval in 10-15 days.

How it helps

The Java Library course benefits its participants by providing a balanced blend of theoretical and practical learning through high-quality video lectures, readings, and weekly lab assignments. Moreover, you have complete liberty to study at your own convenience and schedules, thanks to the flexible deadlines. Lastly, by choosing the certificate option, you can add significant credentials to your CV/resume/portfolio and attend interviews with renewed confidence.