Programming in Java
Certificate Course - Information Systems Engineering - ISE.PR.I26
| Date | Feb 23 - 26, 2027 |
| Duration | 3,5 days |
| Location | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | 0 |
| Cost | 2,250€ |
Fundamentals
Build a solid foundation in object-oriented programming with Java. Learn core concepts including classes, objects, constructors, methods, arrays, lists, inheritance, interfaces, and exception handling to develop structured, maintainable, and reliable software applications.
Technology
Learn key Java technologies and programming concepts, including object-oriented programming, constructors, methods, arrays, linked lists, inheritance, interfaces, abstract data types, exception handling, and fundamental software design principles for developing robust and maintainable applications.
Applications
Apply Java programming to develop object-oriented software, implement reusable components, manage data structures, model real-world systems, handle runtime errors, and build maintainable applications using industry-standard programming practices and software engineering principles.
What you'll explore
- Object-oriented programming principles
- Classes, objects, and constructors
- Methods and parameter passing
- Arrays and multidimensional arrays
- Linked lists and iterators
- Abstract data types
- Inheritance and polymorphism
- Interfaces and abstraction
- Exception handling techniques
- Java software design fundamentals
Your key takeaways
- Write structured Java applications
- Design reusable object-oriented software
- Implement classes and methods
- Apply inheritance and polymorphism
- Use interfaces effectively
- Manage arrays and collections
- Handle exceptions confidently
- Model real-world problems
- Develop maintainable Java code
- Debug and improve programs
Taught by recognized experts in Programming in Java
Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.
Prof. Dr. Robert Heinrich

Prof. Dr. Robert Heinrich is Professor of Software Engineering at Ulm University and an internationally recognized expert in model-based analysis of software-intensive systems. His research focuses on the modeling and evaluation of quality attributes such as security, performance, and maintainability in complex systems from domains like production and mobility. He is a core contributor to the Palladio approach for software architecture analysis and has shaped numerous research initiatives on system evolution and digital transformation. Through his work, he bridges rigorous modeling methods with practical applications in industry and large-scale software systems.
Who should attend
This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields
- Software developers and programmers
- Engineering and STEM professionals
- Computer science students
- Java beginners and career changers
- Future engineers preparing for advanced studies in power and energy systems
Advance your career with KIT-level expertise
Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth
Flexibility
Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.
Relevance
Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.
Advancement
Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.
About HECTOR School
HECTOR School, the Technology Business School of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), is a leading provider of executive education in technology-driven fields.
For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.