WEB 2210 Syllabus

WEB 2210
CIW Design Methodology and Technology
3 credit hours

Course Information

Course Description:
CIW Site Design Methodology and Technology teaches you how to design and publish Web sites. General topics include Web Site Development Essentials (such as the site development process, customer expectations, and ethical and legal issues in Web development), Web Design Elements (such as aesthetics, the site user’s experience, navigation, usability and accessibility), Basic Web Technologies (such as basic Hypertext Markup Language [HTML], Extensible HTML [XHTML] and extended technologies, image files, GUI site development applications, site publishing and maintenance) and Advanced Web Technologies (such as multimedia and plug-in technologies, client-side and server-side technologies, and Web databases).

Course Objectives:
  • Explain and apply layout elements for a web site.
  • Explain why navigation is critical and describe how browsers control navigation.
  • Explain the function of graphics in your web site.
  • Apply multimedia design principles.
  • Add meta data to an HTML document.
  • Edit graphics and screen captures.
  • Create multimedia files using Macromedia Flash.
  • Explain basic programming language concepts.
  • Describe how JavaScript differes from HTML, Java, and Java applets.
  • Write browser-specific DHTML code.
  • Describe the difference between HTML and XML.
  • Explain the functions of various http servers and discuss the use of ports for web server administration.
  • Describe server-side technologies used to create dynamic content for web pages.
  • Embed Java applets into web pages.
  • Describe the anatomy of databases and define query types.
Prerequisites and Corequisites:
WEB 2200--CIW Foundations
Course Topics:
Week (Phase)/Unit/Topic Basis:


 Week 1 Lesson 1: Overview of Web Design Concepts
Lesson 2: Web Development Teams
Lesson 3: Web Project Management Fundamentals

Week 2 Lesson 4: Web Site Development Process
Lesson 5: Web Page Layout and Elements
Lesson 6: Web Site Usability and Accessibility

Week 3 Lesson 7: Browsers
Lesson 8: Navigation Concepts
Lesson 9: Web Graphics
Lesson 10: Multimedia and the Web
Lesson 11: Ethical and Legal Issues in Web Development

Week 4 Lesson 12: HTML and the Evolution of Markup
Lesson 13: XML and XHTML
Lesson 14: Web Page Structure - Tables and Framesets

Week 5 Lesson 15: Cascading Style Sheets
Lesson 16: Site Content and Metadata

Week 6 Lesson 17: Site Development with Microsoft FrontPage 2003 - Introduction
Lesson 18: Site Development with FrontPage 2003 - Basic Features
Lesson 19: Site Development with FrontPage 2003 - Advanced Features

Week 7 Lesson 20: Site Development with Dreamweaver MX 2004: Introduction
Lesson 21: Site Development with Dreamweaver MX 2004: Basic Features
Lesson 22: Site Development with Dreamweaver MX 2004: Advanced Features

Week 8 Lesson 23: Web Pages with HomeSite 5.5
Lesson 24: Image Editing with Fireworks MX 2004

Week 9 Lesson 25: Multimedia with Flash MX 2004
Lesson 26: Multimedia with Flash MX 2004: Timeline, Layers, Symbols and Buttons
Lesson 27: Multimedia with Flash MX 2004: Tweens

Week 10 Lesson 28: Multimedia with Flash MX 2004: Movie Clips
Lesson 29: Multimedia with Flash MX 2004: ActionScript, Masks and Practical Uses

Week 11 Lesson 30: JavaScript and DHTML Fundamentals
Lesson 31: Plug-Ins and Java Applets

Week 12 Lesson 32: HTTP Servers and Web Applications
Lesson 33: Databases
Lesson 34: Web Site Publishing and Maintenance

Week 13 Work on Final Project

Week 14 Final Project Due

Week 15 Course Assessment Exam

Specific Course Requirements:

Hardware/Software Requirements for this Course
IBM-type criteria:
    Hardware:

  • Intel Pentium 4, Intel Centrino, Intel Xeon, or Intel Core Duo (or compatible) processor.
  • Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista Home Premium, Business, Ultimate or Enterprise (certified for 32-bit editions)
  • 1 GB of RAM
  • 5 GB of available hard-disk space
  • 1024 x 768 monitor resolution with 16-bit video card
  •  CD-ROM drive (DVD preferred)
  • High-speed Internet connection such as cable modem or DSL recommended, if possible
  • Speakers  

   Software:

Macintosh criteria:
     Hardware:

  • PowerPC G4 or G5 or multicore Intel processor
  • Mac OS X v.10.4.8
  • 1 GB of RAM
  • 7 GB of available hard-disk space space
  • 1024 x 768 monitor resolution with 16-bit video card
  • CD-ROM (DVD preferred)
  • High-speed Internet connection such as cable modem or DSL recommended, if possible
  • Speakers  

   Software:

  • QuickTime 7.0.4 or better
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader 6 or better. Download free from http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/main.html
  • Macromedia Shockwave and Flash players. Download free from http://www.macromedia.com/downloads/

    The following software is referenced in the course. Purchasing this software is optional. The course will be taught with students studying the screen shots in the text. If you have the software or wish to purchase it, you can practice the exercises in the course. It is possible, however, to pass the course, master the material, and pass the certification exam by studying the screen shots in the texts.

    1. Microsoft FrontPage 2000 or later (Optional)
    2. Macromedia Dreamweaver Studio 8 (Optional)(NOTE: Full-time students can purchase Macromedia Studio 8 [includes Dreamweaver 8, Macromedia Flash 8, Fireworks 8, FreeHand 8 , ColdFusion 8 Developer Edition (Windows Only), and Macromedia Flash Player 6] from http://www.macromedia.com/resources/education/store/ . Part-time students can purchase it for a greatly reduced student price from the Pellissippi State bookstore.
    3. Macromedia HomeSite 5.0 (Optional)
    4. Macromedia Fireworks Studio 8 (Optional)
    5. Macromedia Flash Studio 8(Optional)

  • CD-ROM. Each coursebook includes a supplemental CD-ROM with files that are referenced and used in the course, if assigned. The labs will refer you to the CD and you will access these and use the files in the course. The contents of the CD-ROM must be copied to the computer desktop for the files to be modified as directed in the labs.

Students taking this course should be proficient in Windows XP. Students should also have a firm understanding of HTML. Contact the instructor prior to registration if you have a question about your level of HTML knowledge.

  • NOTE: This course is in the Certified Internet Web (CIW) Professional program which is built in to the RODP AAS degree in Web Technology. The CIW certification program validates job-role skills competency for entry-level job seekers and seasoned professionals alike. Candidates can earn CIW certificates in various information technology (IT) job roles, from the foundational CIW Associate certification, continuing to CIW Professional and specialization certifications, and up to advanced-level Master CIW certifications. The course prepares you for the CIW Site Desinger exam. For detailed information, see CIW's website at www.ciwcertified.com.

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    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
    Hardware Requirements:
    The minimum requirements can be found at http://www.rodp.org/students/hardware_software.htm.
    Software Requirements:
    The minimum requirements can be found at RODP Software Requirements. See the Specific Course Requirements section above for the software requirements for this course.
    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:
    Online quizzes will be built into the course. Due to security issues in online testing, the weighting of the quizzes will be minor in relation to the overall grade for the course. The primary portion of the student's grade will be based on the projects completed and discussion board participation. The purpose of the online quizzes is to encourage the student to work through the exercises and to become familiar with the textbook chapters. The quiz items will be randomly generated from a bank of quiz items; each student may receive a different set of quiz questions over a specific topic.
    Grading Procedure:
    • Projects: 40 percent of grade. Students will be given several chapter-based projects and one final project involving developing a web site. The projects will be completed in the course of reading and working through the textbook. The files will be updated to web server space.
    • Quizzes: 40 percent of grade. Students will be given a series of non-cumulative theory exams over textbook content during the semester. These exams will consist of multiple choice questions.
    • Online Communication Tools: 20 percent of grade. Students will use email to communicate with instructor and with each other.
    Grading Scale:
    90-100%--A
    80-89%--B
    70-79%--C
    60-69%--C
    0-59%--C
    Assignments and Participation

    Assignments and Projects:

    Readings: You will be assigned readings from the textbook as well as guidelines, articles and online tutorials. To create effective web sites, you learn best by doing--and the course is designed for hands-on exercises as you work through the chapters.

    Assignments/Projects: Assignments for the week are usually due at the end of each weekend. This will give you 7 days for each topic and the weekend to work. Always check assignments themselves for any change in due dates.

    Quizzes: There will be online quizzes delivered through D2L. These quizzes will consist of true/false and multiple choice questions and will check the comprehension of the reading and practical application of the textbook chapters and assigned tutorials. Students may use their textbooks while completing the quizzes.

    Class Participation: Students are expected to communicate and submit work on a weekly basis at a minimum. This includes taking quizzes, submitting assignments and communicating through the discussion board. Class participation is monitored and used to award points. Participation in Discussions by contributing information, helping each other, solving problems and answering questions is rewarded.

     
    Class Participation:
    • Discussion Postings will be submitted to the discussion board listed under Discussions on the WebCT Course Menu. You should have at least one response to each question posed by the instructor and at least two responses to a classmates posting. These postings must be of quality or they will not count. A simple I agree does not count for discussion board participation credit.
    • Web activities/labs will be placed in your PSTCC web server space.
    • Some of the practice exercises in the books will not be able to be done as we are in an online setting as opposed to a traditional classroom setting. However, you are expected to read through them and take a look at the screen shots as they will be included on the certification exam. The activities/labs that are actually graded will be listed with a point value next to them. These graded activities/labs can be found on the COURSE CONTENT page of the course delivery software by the particular Week #.
    • The deadline for each week’s quizzes/activities/labs/assignments is 11:55 PM EST on Sundays. This is five minutes before midnight.
    • See the Course Calendar on the Course Content page to determine the dates for each week.
    Punctuality:

    It is the student's responsibility to submit assignments and quizzes by the due date and respond to communication in a timely manner. Should an exceptional event occur which will prevent meeting a deadline, it is the responsibility of the student to discuss this prior to the due date or as soon as possible.

    Policy on Late Assignments: Assignments are expected to be in by the due date and time. Under extenuating circumstances the instructor may grant an extension. If you require an extension you must contact the instructor before the assignment is due. Any partial credit that is offered is at the discretion of the instructor.

    Course Ground Rules
    • Online or "on ground": An on-line course is not for everyone. Students often state 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. You are basically teaching yourself the material; the instructor is managing your learning. The trade-off is that you are involved 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.

      Email: You will have a D2L email account to communicate private matters and should have access to an external email account for technical assistance and college advising. Technical problems on your computer or connection will not be an excuse for the lack of completion of any course work. Do not wait until the last hour. The instructor is unable to provide computer repair for the student's equipment or software malfunction. When you email, my goal is to reply within 24-48 hours during the work week.
    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 suggestion
    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 left 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:
    If you are having problems logging into your course,
    timing out of your course, using your course web site tools, or other technical problems, please contact the Eduprise Help Desk by calling

    1-866-550-7637 (toll free)

    or go to their website at:

    http://help.rodp.org