Java is an OOP language, which means that Java programs are developed as groups of interrelated objects. This module introduces you to object-oriented programming (OOP) and the role it plays in Java.
OOP concepts such as objects, classes, inheritance, and methods will be discussed. The coverage of each concept is followed up by example Java code.
The OOP skills you will learn in this module provide a background that is necessary when it comes to developing effective Java programs.

After completing the module, you will have the skills and knowledge necessary to:

1. Understand the relationship between classes and objects
2. Create simple class definitions
3. Add behavior to classes using methods