Fire Tech Camp was a great experience and the best camp I've ever been to. I think the camp does a great job in combining fun with learning.
Emma, 13yr old programmer
Coding Games with Java – On Campus
Teen Java Programming Course
Master key computing concepts and coding basics. Students will use Java and the Greenfoot library to learn computer science theory, syntax, and object oriented coding.
For online courses: these require you to have a capable computer to work on and a broadband internet connection.
For in person courses: you will need a laptop with the same specification, please see below for more information. If this is a problem or you are unsure about anything, please contact us via info@fire-tech.com
Most PC/Mac computers from the last 5 years will be fine but you can view our recommended detailed system requirements here
For in person courses: you will need a laptop with the same specification, please see below for more information. If this is a problem or you are unsure about anything, please contact us via info@fire-tech.com
Most PC/Mac computers from the last 5 years will be fine but you can view our recommended detailed system requirements here
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Coding Games with Java - On Campus
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Course highlights
Learn the industry standard
Begin to program in Java one of the industry-standard programming languages that is ubiquitous across a wide range of sectors.
Using Greenfoot
Start your game development journey using the Greenfoot environment designed to support new programmers.
A critical new skill
Learn to program which will be one of the key skills needed for jobs in the 21st Century
Course Overview
We teach Java using the Greenfoot platform, developed at the University of Kent. Greenfoot makes coding interactive, easy and fun, providing a supportive environment for the creation of 2D graphical games and simulations. Students will learn coding concepts such as variables, functions and classes, as they go from game consumer to game creator.
Our goal is for each participant to feel confident coding, as they undertake original projects and gain familiarity with the Java environment. We also show students the tools and resources available so they can continue learning and developing independently with Java after the course.
This is an excellent first coding course for teens aged 12+ and no previous programming knowledge is required. Younger gamers looking for an introduction to computer science fundamentals should check out our Video Game Design camp while teens might also be interested in our Teen Coding with Python course.
This course is also available in part-time and online formats.
What your child will learn
- Introduction to common Java programming environments
Typical daily schedule
On Campus 12-17
1.5 hours
Kick off
10 minutes
Break
50 minutes
Lesson time
1 hour
Lunch
75 minutes
Lesson time
10 minutes
Break
50 minutes
Lesson time
15 minutes
Stand ups and finish
