Web Page Applications
CIS 264
3 Credit Hours

Course Information

Course Description:
This course is the study of various applications available for the support of web pages. Topics covered will include web page multimedia design and the enhanced use of scripting. The latest techniques of web page design technology will be emphasized.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

  • Design and optimize Web graphics using Fireworks for easy integration into a web site.
  • Create animated Web content using Flash.
  • Create web pages using basic and advanced functions of Dreamweaver.
Prerequisites and Corequisites:
Prior to taking this course, students should  have a basic working knowledge of  the Windows operating system, the Internet and Microsoft Front Page.
Course Topics:

Copyright Issues
HTML Code
Enhancing a Web Page using Fireworks
Enhancing a Web Page using Flash
Creating a Web Site using Macromedia Dreamweaver
Specific Course Requirements:
Prior to taking this course, students should  have a basic working knowledge of
  • Windows operating system environment including file management
  • Internet browsers 
  • Electronic mail (sending and receiving e-mail)
  • Microsoft Front Page
Textbooks, Supplementary Materials, Hardware and Software Requirements
Required Textbooks:
Please visit the Virtual Bookstore to obtain textbook information for this course: 

http://rodp.bkstr.com
Supplementary Materials:
Student should purchase a Flash Drive or Jump Drive for saving and backing-up work. The Flash Drive will be used to save back-ups of your work and in the event of computer problems.
Hardware Requirements:
  • 600 MHz Intel Pentium processor (Pentium III or higher recommended)
  • Windows 98, Windows 2000 or Windows XP
  • 256 MB of RAM (512 MB recommended)
  • 800 MB of available hard-disk space
  • 800 x 600, 256-color display (1024 x 768, millions of colors recommended)
Software Requirements:
  • Internet Explorer 4.0 or later
  • Macromedia Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Flash.

    Note:
    Due to the expense of the software for this class, students may choose to use the free 30 day trial offers for these programs that are located on the CD in the back of the book.

    OR

    Students may choose to buy the educational version of the software or buy the professional version.
Instructor Information
Please see the separate page inside the course to find instructor contact information as well as a statement of virtual office hours and other communication information.
Assessment and Grading
Testing Procedures:

All quizzes and exams will be on-line. Students will have several quizzes and one major exam. Quizzes will be timed and must be completed by a given date. The final exam will be timed so that the student will only have a short period of time to answer the questions on the exam.   Students are expected to complete the exam during the time allotted.   Students will not be allowed additional time for the exam or take a make-up exam unless extenuating circumstances exists.

Honesty is a key component in any educational endeavor. To that end, students will be expected to do their own work and submit only their own work. Exams will not be proctored, but will be given in specific timeframes that require the student to be present on-line during that time. 
Grading Procedure:

There will be quizzes, homework assignments and a final exam.

Final Grade Calculation

Homework Assignments 50%
Quizzes 25%
Final Exam 25%
Grading Scale:
90 -- 100 A
80 -- 89 B
70 -- 79 C
60 -- 69 D
Below 60 F
Assignments and Participation
Assignments and Projects:

The general outline of the course is:

Lesson 1 - Copyrights
Lesson 2 - HTML Code
Lesson 3 - Fireworks
Lesson 4 - Fireworks
Lesson 5 - Fireworks
Lesson 6 - Flash
Lesson 7 - Flash
Lesson 8 - Flash
Lesson 9 - Flash
Lesson 10 - Dreamweaver
Lesson 11 - Dreamweaver
Lesson 12 - Dreamweaver
Lesson 13 - Dreamweaver
Lesson 14 - Other Applications
Lesson 15 - Final Exam

Class Participation:

Participation in the class is expected of all students.   This includes homework, hands-on projects, and on-line class activities. Students should login to the class site often to check the status of the class, to read the class email, and to participate in on-line discussions.  Student activity is monitored and lack of activity will be reflected in the student's final grade.

Punctuality:

There will be deadlines to help keep the students on-track toward completion of the course.
Course Ground Rules

An on-line course is not for everyone. In the past, my students have stated that the hardest part of an on-line course is to stay motivated, to stay on task, and to complete work in an timely fashion.   The trade off is that you are enrolled in a class that you have great  control over.   If you are not a self-starter, you should consider taking the class in a traditional classroom.

You will need access to an external email account and you will be given a WebCT e-mail account.  Technical problems on your computer will not be an excuse for the lack of completion of any course work.  In addition, the instructor is unable to provide computer repair for the student's PC. 

Class participation is monitored and will be used as a factor in final grading.

Guidelines for Communications
Email:
  • Always include a subject line.
  • Remember without facial expressions some comments may be taken the wrong way. Be careful in wording your emails. Use of emoticons might be helpful in some cases.
  • Use standard fonts.
  • Do not send large attachments without permission.
  • Special formatting such as centering, audio messages, tables, html, etc. should be avoided unless necessary to complete an assignment or other communication.
  • Respect the privacy of other class members
Discussion Groups:
  • Review the discussion threads thoroughly before entering the discussion. Be a lurker; then a discussant.
  • Try to maintain threads by using the "Reply" button rather starting a new topic.
  • Do not make insulting or inflammatory statements to other members of the discussion group. Be respectful of other’s ideas.
  • Be patient and read the comments of other group members thoroughly before entering your remarks.
  • Be cooperative with group leaders in completing assigned tasks.
  • Be positive and constructive in group discussions.
  • Respond in a thoughtful and timely manner.
Chat:
  • Introduce yourself to the other learners in the chat session.
  • Be polite. Choose your words carefully. Do not use derogatory statements.
  • Be concise in responding to others in the chat session.
  • Be prepared to open the chat session at the scheduled time.
  • Be constructive in your comments and suggestions.
Web Resources:

Library

The Tennessee Virtual Library is available to all students enrolled in the Regents Degree Program. Links to library materials (such as electronic journals, databases, interlibrary loans, digital reserves, dictionaries, encyclopedias, maps, and librarian support) and Internet resources needed by learners to complete online assignments and as background reading must be included in all courses. 

Students With Disabilities

Qualified students with disabilities will be provided reasonable and necessary academic accommodations if determined eligible by the appropriate disability services staff at their home institution. Prior to granting disability accommodations in this course, the instructor must receive written verification of a student's eligibility for specific accommodations from the disability services staff at the home institution. It is the student's responsibility to initiate contact with their home institution's disability services staff and to follow the established procedures for having the accommodation notice sent to the instructor.

Syllabus Changes

The instructor reserves the right to make changes as necessary to this syllabus. If changes are necessitated during the term of the course, the instructor will immediately notify students of such changes both by individual email communication and posting both notification and nature of change(s) on the course bulletin board.

Technical Support

Telephone Support:
For HELP with:
  • TECHNICAL PROBLEMS please visit the AskRODP Customer Support web page at http://help.rodp.org or call the AskRODP Help Desk at 1-866-550-RODP (1-866-550-7637)
  • REGISTRATION PROBLEMS contact your home school RODP Campus Contact
  • TBR-RODP RELATED ISSUES contact RODP Help Desk at 1-888-223-0023