Course Overview
This comprehensive course at Professional College of Science & Technology (PCST) introduces learners to core PHP programming and advances to Object-Oriented PHP development. Students will master server-side scripting, form handling, database interaction with MySQL, and OOP concepts—including classes, objects, inheritance, and design patterns—to build dynamic, maintainable web applications through hands-on, project-based learning.
Course Objectives
Core PHP Mastery
Master PHP syntax, variables, arrays, control structures, and functions
Database Integration
Learn MySQL database design, CRUD operations, and prepared statements
OOP Principles
Apply OOP concepts—classes, inheritance, interfaces, and traits
Web Application Security
Implement form handling, session management, and security best practices
Who Should Enroll?
Ideal Candidates
This course is suitable for:
Aspiring Developers
Who want practical server-side programming skills
Front-End Developers
Seeking to expand into backend programming
Students & Graduates
Building portfolios for internships or jobs
Course Structure
The curriculum is divided into foundational PHP and advanced OOP modules:
Part 1
Simple PHP Fundamentals
Part 2
MySQL Database
Part 3
OOP PHP
Course Duration
Typical duration is 3 months with weekly sessions, lab hours, and project work; flexible schedules may be available to accommodate working professionals and students.
Assessment
- Coding assignments and programming exercises
- Regular quizzes on PHP and OOP concepts
- Final project demonstrating applied PHP skills
Certification
Upon successful completion, students receive a combined Simple PHP & OOP PHP Certification validating their backend web development competency using PHP, recognized by employers in the web development industry.
Career Opportunities
- PHP Developer and backend web developer roles
- Full-Stack Developer opportunities for small and medium projects
- Freelance Web Developer and e-commerce developer roles
- Pathways to work with PHP frameworks, CMS customization, and API development
Why Choose PCST?
- Practical, project-based PHP training with real-world applications
- Experienced instructors with industry expertise in web development
- Hands-on labs with comprehensive MySQL database integration
- Portfolio guidance helping students build deployable web applications