Module Descriptors
PUBLISHING FOR THE WWW (D/L)
COWB40206
Key Facts
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 3
Independent Study Hours: 147
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- PORTFOLIO weighted at 30%
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 70%
Module Details
Module Learning Strategies
On-line material will provide students with a broad overview of the indicative content and demonstrations of good practice in a variety of topics. Learning support material will be provided. The practical nature of the module is covered by practical tutorials which the student can complete at home or at their place of work. Formative and summative tests will be provided.
On-line, telephone and email support will be provided as necessary. Students will be welcome to visit their tutors at the University by arrangement but this will not be required.
On-line, telephone and email support will be provided as necessary. Students will be welcome to visit their tutors at the University by arrangement but this will not be required.
Module Indicative Content
The Internet and the World Wide Web.
The Web page design and construction process using a text editor and a suitable HTML development tool.
Search engines for the Web.
Simple navigation principles.
A web methodology.
Security risks associated with use of the Internet.
Accessibility issues in web design.
Evaluation of web pages based on design principles.
The Web page design and construction process using a text editor and a suitable HTML development tool.
Search engines for the Web.
Simple navigation principles.
A web methodology.
Security risks associated with use of the Internet.
Accessibility issues in web design.
Evaluation of web pages based on design principles.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Class test portfolio 30%. Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4. Three short blackboard class tests of maximum duration 20 minutes will be spread throughout the module. Questions will be related to on-line lecture material and will be selected at random from a suitable question bank. Each test will be machine marked to ensure timely feedback.
Assignment 70%. Development of a web site normally relevant to the student?s place of work or occupation using a variety of techniques and design decisions. Learning outcomes 1, 2 and 4. 6-10 web pages and supporting document. (1000 words).
Module Special Admissions Requirements
None.
Module Texts
Dreamweaver MX for Windows and Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide, J. Tarin Towers , 2002, Peachpit Press, 0-201-84445-1
Inside Dreamweaver MX, Laura Gutman, Patricia J. Ayers, Donald S. Booth, 2002, New Riders Publishing, 0-7357-1181-X
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) by Example By Steve Callihan , 2001, Que, 0-7897-2617-3
Web Design in a Nutshell, Jennifer Niederst, 1998, O'Reilly, 1-56592-515-7
All books are currently available in the e-books section of the library. These are updated regularly to reflect changes in the topic. A more complete list is available on-line and students have a choice of books to access.
Inside Dreamweaver MX, Laura Gutman, Patricia J. Ayers, Donald S. Booth, 2002, New Riders Publishing, 0-7357-1181-X
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) by Example By Steve Callihan , 2001, Que, 0-7897-2617-3
Web Design in a Nutshell, Jennifer Niederst, 1998, O'Reilly, 1-56592-515-7
All books are currently available in the e-books section of the library. These are updated regularly to reflect changes in the topic. A more complete list is available on-line and students have a choice of books to access.
Module Resources
Access to a PC and Internet connection.
Web site editor such as Dreamweaver, Frontpage or similar.
Blackboard. Access to the on-line library and web-based resources.
Note: resources need to be available at home or in the workplace.
Web site editor such as Dreamweaver, Frontpage or similar.
Blackboard. Access to the on-line library and web-based resources.
Note: resources need to be available at home or in the workplace.