Class information
CIS133J Java Programming I
- CRN: 10178
- Credits: 4
- Locations, days, times, and instructors:
- Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
From January 5 through March 21, 2026, Dona M Hertel
- Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
Details about this class
The course consists of weekly labs, discussions, an online midterm and final. All submissions are due at the end of the quarter.
This is a fully online course. There are no zoom sessions or in-person class sessions.
Textbook is "Objects First with Java: A Practical Introduction Using BlueJ" by David J.Barnes, Michael Kolling, sixth edition. This can be bought new or used.
Technology
Java SE JDK, BlueJ, and Git are required for the course, and are freely available. You can fnd instructions for downloading and installing BlueJ, which comes with the Java SE JDK, at www.bluej.org. Instructions for installing and setting up Git are included in the course materials.
Also required is word processing software (such as Microsoft Word or OpenOffice Writer).
No show policy
Your instructor can mark you as a "no show" if you do not participate in your class during the first week. This will remove you from the class. It is important to log in as soon as the class starts to see what the participation requirements are.
Online technical requirements
Please be sure to read the quick guide to Online Learning technical requirements.
Students with disabilities
Students with disabilities should notify their instructor if accommodations are needed to take this class. For information about technologies that help people with disabilities taking Online based classes please visit the Disability Services website.
Prerequisite for online classes
Before you take your first online class at PCC, you must complete the start guide. The start guide will help you decide if these classes are right for you. Once you complete the start guide, you will be able to register for these classes.