Java Programming Fundamentals

          Module 1: Introduction to Java Programming

Section 1: History and Overview
- Lesson 1: History of Java
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: An overview of Java’s origins, evolution, and its role in modern programming.
- Lesson 2: Java Features Overview
  - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: A look at Java’s key features such as platform independence, object-orientation, and security.

Section 2: Setting Up the Development Environment
- Lesson 1: Installing Java and an IDE
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Step-by-step guide to installing the Java Development Kit (JDK) and setting up an Integrated Development Environment.
- Lesson 2: Configuring Your Environment
  - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: How to configure IDEs and set environment variables to prepare for coding in Java.

Section 3: Basic Syntax and Program Structure
- Lesson 1: Java Program Structure
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Understanding the anatomy of a Java program including classes, methods, and main method structure.
- Lesson 2: Writing Your First Java Program
  - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Hands-on creation of a simple “Hello, World!” program to illustrate basic syntax.

Section 4: Data Types, Variables, and Operators
- Lesson 1: Understanding Data Types and Variables
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to primitive data types, variable declaration, and usage in Java.
- Lesson 2: Basic Operators and Expressions
  - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Explanation of arithmetic, relational, and basic logical operators used in writing expressions.

Section 5: Basic Input and Output
- Lesson 1: Console Output in Java
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Learning how to display information using System.out.println and related methods.
- Lesson 2: Reading User Input
  - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Introduction to using the Scanner class for capturing user input.

Module 2: Control Structures and Operations

Section 1: Conditional Statements
- Lesson 1: The if and if-else Statements
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding and using the if and if-else statements to control program flow.
- Lesson 2: switch-case Structure
  - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: When and how to use switch-case statements for multi-branch decision making.

Section 2: Looping Structures
- Lesson 1: for Loops
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introduction to iteration using for loops and examples of common use cases.
- Lesson 2: while and do-while Loops
  - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Exploring the differences between while and do-while loops with coding examples.

Section 3: Logical and Comparison Operators
- Lesson 1: Logical Operators in Java
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Deep dive into operators such as &&, ||, and ! to build complex boolean expressions.
- Lesson 2: Comparison Operators and Their Use
  - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding operators like ==, !=, >, and < to compare values.

Section 4: Introduction to Basic Error Handling
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Errors and Exceptions
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Identification of common errors and an introduction to exception concepts.
- Lesson 2: Using try-catch Blocks
  - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Basic implementation of try-catch for managing exceptions in Java programs.

Section 5: Practical Exercises in Control Flow
- Lesson 1: Creating Conditional Programs
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Hands-on exercises using if, switch, and logical operators to solve simple problems.
- Lesson 2: Looping Challenges
  - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practice with loops through coding challenges designed to reinforce iteration concepts.

Module 3: Methods and Functions in Java

Section 1: Introduction to Methods
- Lesson 1: What is a Method?
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Overview of methods, their purpose, and how they help structure code.
- Lesson 2: Defining and Calling Methods
  - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Step-by-step process to define methods and call them within Java programs.

Section 2: Method Parameters and Return Types
- Lesson 1: Understanding Method Parameters
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Detailed look at how methods accept input through parameters.
- Lesson 2: Return Types and Utilizing Return Values
  - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: How methods return data and how to capture and use those return values.

Section 3: Variable Scope and Lifetime
- Lesson 1: Local Variables and Scope
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Explanation of variable scope within methods and blocks.
- Lesson 2: Parameter Passing in Java
  - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Distinguishing between pass-by-value and pass-by-reference in the context of methods.

Section 4: Built-in Java Methods and Libraries
- Lesson 1: Utilizing Core Java Library Methods
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to commonly used methods from Java’s standard libraries.
- Lesson 2: Working with String Methods
  - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Exploring methods for string manipulation and pattern matching.

Section 5: Practical Exercises with Methods
- Lesson 1: Creating Custom Methods
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Guided practice on writing and organizing your own methods.
- Lesson 2: Debugging Method-Based Code
  - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Techniques for testing and debugging methods to ensure they work as expected.

Module 4: Object-Oriented Programming Basics

Section 1: Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming
- Lesson 1: Introduction to OOP Concepts
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Explanation of the core concepts of object-oriented programming in Java.
- Lesson 2: Java as an Object-Oriented Language
  - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: How Java implements OOP principles in its design and usage.

Section 2: Classes and Objects
- Lesson 1: Defining Classes in Java
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: How to create classes, define attributes, and structure code.
- Lesson 2: Creating and Using Objects
  - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Instantiation of objects from classes and using them in programs.

Section 3: Inheritance and Polymorphism
- Lesson 1: Understanding Inheritance
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Introduction to the concept of inheritance and code reuse.
- Lesson 2: Basics of Polymorphism
  - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: How polymorphism works in Java and its practical applications.

Section 4: Encapsulation and Abstraction
- Lesson 1: Encapsulation Principles
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Learning how to protect data using encapsulation techniques.
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Abstract Classes and Methods
  - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Overview of abstraction in Java through abstract classes and methods.

Section 5: Hands-on Object-Oriented Projects
- Lesson 1: Building a Simple Class Project
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: A practical project to design and implement a basic class system.
- Lesson 2: Debugging and Refining OOP Code
  - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practice identifying and fixing common errors in object-oriented programs.

Module 5: Basic Java Projects and Best Practices

Section 1: Debugging and Problem Solving
- Lesson 1: Identifying Common Java Errors
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: A review of typical coding mistakes and how to recognize them.
- Lesson 2: Introduction to Debugging Techniques
  - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Strategies and tools for debugging Java programs effectively.

Section 2: Code Organization and Documentation
- Lesson 1: Best Practices for Code Organization
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: How to structure your code for readability and maintenance.
- Lesson 2: Documenting Code with Comments
  - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Importance of documentation and how to comment code for clarity.

Section 3: Creating User-Interactive Projects
- Lesson 1: Building a Basic Calculator
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Step-by-step instructions to develop a simple calculator application.
- Lesson 2: Developing a Text-Based Adventure Game
  - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Applying programming fundamentals to create an interactive game.

Section 4: Introduction to Java Libraries and Packages
- Lesson 1: Using Standard Java Libraries
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: An overview of Java’s core libraries and how to leverage them.
- Lesson 2: Importing and Managing Packages
  - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Basic concepts of organizing code using packages and library imports.

Section 5: Final Project Overview and Recap
- Lesson 1: Planning and Developing a Final Project
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Guidance on outlining, planning, and starting a small project that incorporates course fundamentals.
- Lesson 2: Recap of Java Fundamentals and Next Steps
  - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: A comprehensive review of all topics covered and suggestions for continuing learning.