1. Understand Java fundamentals
   1. Describe the use of main in a Java application
   2. Perform basic input and output using standard packages
   3. Evaluate the scope of a variable

2. Work with data types, variables, and expressions
   1. Declare and use primitive data type variables
   2. Construct and evaluate code that manipulates strings
   3. Construct and evaluate code that creates, iterates, and manipulates arrays and array lists
   4. Construct and evaluate code that performs parsing, casting and conversion
   5. Construct and evaluate arithmetic expressions

3. Implement flow control
   1. Construct and evaluate code that uses branching statements
   2. Construct and evaluate code that uses loops

4. Perform object-oriented programming
   1. Construct and evaluate a class definition
   2. Declare, implement, and access data members in a class
   3. Declare, implement, and access methods
   4. Instantiate and use a class object in a program

5. Compile and debug code
   1. Troubleshoot syntax errors, logic errors, and runtime errors
   2. Implement exception handling

Candidates for this exam require instruction and/or hands-on experience (150 hours) with Java, are familiar with its features and capabilities, and understand how to write, debug, and maintain well-formed, well documented Java code.

This entry level certification is intended for application developers working with Java. The code used in the exam is Java SE, and the syntax used in this exam is compatible with Java 6 SE through the most recent release.