Total Time: 3 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course provides an introduction to the .NET framework and how to use it to design forms with Windows Form Designer and classes. Elements of forms such as a graphical user interface, controls with events, and input validation are also presented. Single- and multiple document applications are contrasted and exception handling using try, catch, and blocks are discussed.

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Create forms and set properties using Windows Form Designer.
Build graphical interface elements with System.Drawing namespace.
Add controls to a Windows form and the code to handle control events.
Understand control-based, keystroke-level, and field-level input validation.
Understand and implement exception handling.

Topics: 
Understanding the .NET Framework
Using the Windows Forms Designer
Using Classes
Handling Events
Building GUI Elements
Understanding Control Properties
Using Common Controls
Using Dialog Boxes and Menus
Creating Multiple Document Interface Applications
Adding Controls
Understanding Exceptions
Handling Exceptions
Validating User Input

Technical Requirements: 
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.