Jan 30, 2026  
2025-2026 Rivier University Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Rivier University Academic Catalog
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COMP 585 - Practical Java Programming


Provides a strong basis in, and practical working knowledge of the Java programming language. Topics include Java language fundamentals, objects and arrays, operators, statements, classes and objects, packages, inheritance and polymorphism, the Java class library, inner classes, interfaces, graphics programming, events and event handling, Swing GUI components, and applets.

This is not a beginning programming course; students are expected to have a basic background in programming, preferably in beginning Java. This course brings a student to the level of a practicing professional.

Prerequisites & Notes
COMP 505 Computer Science Fundamentals   

Offered: Fall and Spring semesters. 14 weeks.

Credits: 3



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