Course Syllabus
IMED 1316 Spring 2016 – CRN 92550
Instructor contact information
Jose “Tony” Davila Email: jose.davila@hccs.edu
Phone 713-718-5164
Office Location and Hours
Office hours are by appointment online, using HCC Online Meeting System (GoToMeeting).
Course Location/Times
Course Location is Online
Web Design Orientation Online
Course Semester Credit
Hours (SCH) (lecture, lab) If
applicable
Total Course Contact Hours
Credit Hours
Lecture Hours
Laboratory Hours
External Hours
Credit and Lecture - 96.00; External Hours: 48 hours
Note: One hour of classroom instruction equates to a minimum of 1.5
hours of out-of-class student work for each week. External hours of
student work may include assignments, projects, research, exam
certification practice, and/or field trips.
Example: 2 lecture, 4 lab hours
Lecture 2hrs x 16 weeks = 32 hrs
Lab hours 4hrs x 16 weeks = 64 hrs
External Hours 3hrs x 16 weeks = 48 hrs
TOTAL hours = 144 hours
Course Length (number of weeks)
16 Weeks. Start 01/18/2016 – End 5/11/2016
Type of Instruction
Lecture/Lab
Course Description:
3.00
2.00
4.00
3.00
Instruction in Internet web page design and related graphic design issues including markup languages, web
sites, Internet access software, and interactive topics.
Course Prerequisite(s)
CO-REQUISITE (S):
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ARTC 1305
ARTC 1325
FREQUENT REQUISITES
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MATH 0306 (Basic Math Pre-Algebra)
GUST 0341 (7th -9th Grade Reading)
ENGL 0300 or 0347
Academic Discipline/CTE Program Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate ability to select and apply industry standard software in design.
2. Design and demonstrate use of software and techniques in Digital Communication’s practical
applications.
3. Develop a portfolio of work that demonstrates proficiency in skills for employment.
4. Present a portfolio of work that demonstrates proficiency in skills for employment.
Course Student Learning Outcomes (SLO):
1. Identify how the Internet functions with specific attention to the World Wide Web and file transfer.
2. Apply design techniques in the creation and optimization of graphics and other embedded objects.
3. Demonstrate the use of World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) formatting and layout standards.
4. Design, create, test, and maintain a Web site
Learning Objectives
Identify how the Internet functions with specific attention to the World Wide Web and file transfer.
1. Practice locating Web sites in a browser.
2. Download text and images from the Internet to a local folder.
3. Using FTP client software, upload those files to the student’s server account, making a note of their
URLs.
4. Email URLs to the instructor as required.
Apply design techniques in the creation and optimization of graphics and other embedded objects.
1. Involve the placement of graphics such as logos, photographs and drawings into tutorial and individual
projects.
2. Ensure that images are saved in the correct format appropriate to its type and usage.
3. Make the image in its original file of the dimension desired for use on the Web page, and save it to as
small a file size as possible while maintaining high display resolution.
Demonstrate the use of World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) formatting and layout standards.
1. Make the image in its original file of the dimension desired for use on the Web page, and save it to as
small a file size as possible while maintaining high display resolution.
Design, create, test, and maintain a Web site
1. Apply W3C standards to individual midterm and finals projects to develop a Web site that meets
professional portfolio quality.
2. Upload it via FTP to student server site for display on the Web and test it in various browser
environments to ensure integrity of design and functionality.
3. Make changes locally and update the site on the server.
SCANS and/or Core Curriculum Competencies:
SCANS
Identify how the Internet functions with specific attention to the World Wide Web and file transfer.
Foundation Skills - Basic -Reading Foundation Skills - Basic -Writing Foundation Skills - Basic -Listening
Workplace Competencies - Technology -Selects Technology
Workplace Competencies - Technology -Applies Technology to Task
Apply design techniques in the creation and optimization of graphics and other embedded objects.
Foundation Skills - Thinking -Decision Making
Foundation Skills - Thinking -Creative
Foundation Skills - Thinking -Seeing Things in the Mind's Eye Foundation Skills - Personal Qualities -SelfManagement Foundation Skills - Personal Qualities -Responsibility
Demonstrate the use of World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) formatting and layout standards.
Foundation Skills - Thinking -Problem Solving Foundation Skills - Thinking -Knowing How to Learn
Foundation Skills - Thinking -Reasoning
Workplace Competencies - Information -Acquires & Evaluates
Workplace Competencies - Information -Organizes & Maintains Workplace Competencies - Information Interprets & Communicates Workplace Competencies - Information -Uses Computers to Process
Design, create, test, and maintain a Web site Foundation Skills - Personal Qualities -Self-Esteem SCANS
Foundation Skills - Personal Qualities -Social Foundation Skills - Personal Qualities -Integrity/Honesty
Workplace Competencies - Resources -Allocates Time Workplace Competencies - Resources -Allocates
Money
Workplace Competencies - Resources -Allocates Material & Facility Resources
Workplace Competencies - Technology -Maintains & Troubleshoots
Instructional Methods
Distance (100%), Hybrid (50% or more), Web-enhanced (49% or less), and Face to Face (in Class Room)
Student Assignments
Identify how the Internet functions with specific attention to the World Wide Web and file transfer.
Discussions
Projects
Lab Exercises
Homework Exercises
Apply design techniques in the creation and optimization of graphics and other embedded objects.
Discussions
Projects
Lab Exercises
Homework Exercises
Demonstrate the use of World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) formatting and layout standards.
Discussions
Projects
Lab Exercises
Homework Exercises
Design, create, test, and maintain a Web site
Discussions Presentations Projects Portfolios
Lab Exercises
Homework Exercises
Student Assessment(s)
Identify how the Internet functions with specific attention to the World Wide Web and file transfer.
Various assigned readings from textbooks
Online discussions
Apply design techniques in the creation and optimization of graphics and other embedded objects.
Online discussions
Group and/or individual projects
Demonstrate the use of World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) formatting and layout standards.
Online discussions
Group and/or individual projects
Design, create, test, and maintain a Web site
Online Presentations
Group and/or individual projects
Instructor's Requirements
MISSED ORIENTATIONS AND HELP SESSIONS
It is the student’s responsibility to get the information covered in the orientation.
:) VIRTUAL CLASSROOM CONDUCT
As with on-campus classes, all students in HCC Distance Education courses are required to follow all HCC
Policies & Procedures, the Student Code of Conduct, the Student Handbook, and relevant sections of the
Texas Education Code when interacting and communicating in a virtual classroom with faculty and fellow
students. Students who violate these policies and guidelines will be subject to disciplinary action that could
include denial of access to course-related email, discussion groups, and chat rooms or being removed from
the class.
Use of recording devices, including camera phones and tape recorders, is prohibited in classrooms,
laboratories, faculty offices, and other locations where instruction, tutoring, or testing occurs. Students with
disabilities who need to use a recording device as a reasonable accommodation should contact the Office
for Students with Disabilities for information regarding reasonable accommodations. This instructor does not
permit any type of recording of instruction or other meetings with students.
Academic Honesty & Plagiarism Policy
A student who is academically dishonest is, by definition, not showing that the coursework has been
learned, and that student is claiming an advantage not available to other students. The instructor is
responsible for measuring each student's individual achievements and also for ensuring that all students
compete on a level playing field. Thus, in our system, the instructor has teaching, grading, and enforcement
roles. You are expected to be familiar with the University's Policy on Academic Honesty, found in the
catalog. What that means is: If you are charged with an offense, pleading ignorance of the rules will not help
you. Students are responsible for conducting themselves with honor and integrity in fulfilling course
requirements. Penalties and/or disciplinary proceedings may be initiated by College System officials against
a student accused of scholastic dishonesty. “Scholastic dishonesty”: includes, but is not limited to, cheating
on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.
Cheating on a test includes:
 Copying from another students’ test paper;
 Using materials not authorized by the person giving the test;
 Collaborating with another student during a test without authorization;
 Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, transporting, or soliciting in whole or part the contents of a
test that has not been administered;
 Bribing another person to obtain a test that is to be administered.
Plagiarism means the appropriation of another’s work by any means (this includes copying of the web
without permission) and the unacknowledged incorporation of that work in one’s own written work
offered for credit.
Collusion mean the unauthorized/secret collaboration with another person in preparing written work
offered for credit.
Violations - Possible punishments for academic dishonesty may include a grade of “0” or “F” on the
particular assignment, failure in the course, and/or recommendation for probation or dismissal from the
College System. A recommendation for suspension or expulsion will be referred to the College Dean of
Student Development for disciplinary disposition.
Please plan accordingly to have your work done and turned in on time. Do not wait until the last hour to
attempt to submit work as you may encounter problems with the online course system. Also all work
must be submitted in the designated areas of the online course to receive full credit.
All web projects and assignments must be on a web server to be graded! Once the project / assignment
is on a web server then submit its url via the assignments area in Eagle Online. If the instructor does not
receive the URL to a working project located on a web server that project will earn no credit.
:) Also a final CD or USB drive must be delivered to the instructor’s office at the end of the semester by
5/11/2016 (If the instructor is not in the office please slide the CD or USB drive under the office door.)
Failure to provide a CD or USB drive to the instructor will result in the lowering of the student’s grade by
one letter grade for the semester.
The CD or USB drive should contain the following materials: Final Project, Midterm Project, Bridges
Tutorials. Please remember to put your name and IMED 1316 Spring 2016 on the CD or USB drive. This
CD or USB drive is a complete archive of your work for the semester that demonstrates your ability to
organize and manage data.
The key to doing well in this course is first and foremost turn in all projects in on time. Second keep up
with the video and reading schedules. Check the Eagle Online web site areas at least once each week.
Make sure to post to the discussion board, and take the quizzes for this course.
Student Assignments and Projects
Tutorial Projects
The class meets online. Students shall complete assigned tutorial exercises and upload the projects to
their FTP sites. Notify the instructor by email that the work is complete. In an attempt to develop
professional skills in writing email messages, the notification must include a courteous and succinct
message to the instructor and the URL to the completed exercise. All was test your work that means to
test the url from a different computer to verify the address and connection of your assignment.
The instructor will evaluate your work according to the rubrics provided the final exercise. This rubric is
available to give you a heads-up on how your work will be evaluated. Use the rubric as a guideline for
completing the exercise.
Midterm and Final Projects
Your enrollment in this class is intended to develop professional skills. Thus, midterm and final
assignments must be professional in nature. Many students like to make hobby pages rather than
professional pages. Some hobbies involve professional topics while others are nothing more than
hobbies. How you approach a topic could mark the difference between your hobby and professional
subject matter. Submitting a prospectus for this project for the instructor's approval before beginning
work on will give you assistance as you set out to build a product that will be appropriate for a
professional portfolio entry. The prospectus will require you to outline why you regard your project as
professional.
Midterm Assignment
Your midterm assignment is to build a 3-page Web site. You must link these pages to each other, and
the site must include the features noted on the Web Site Requirements document found in the
Assignments area that you will find at the class Web site. It is suggested that you download that form
and use it as a checklist in completing your midterm project.
The topic must be professional in nature and it must meet the guidelines set forth in your agreement
when you apply for server space. (See class Web site for those guidelines.) If you use the same topic
for both midterm and final projects, you must add the specified number of pages to the Web site for the
final project. You may not use the same pages twice. Further, you must develop your Web site in a text
editor such as Notepad (Windows) or TextEdit (Mac). You may not use any visual features of a
WYSIWYG Web authoring tools or online templates.
Final Project
Your final assignment must include the features noted on the Web Site Requirements document that
you will find at the class Web site. It is suggested that you download that form and use it as a checklist
in completing your final project.
You shall construct a Web site for your final project. This site must include a minimum of 6 HTML
documents. If you use the same topic for both midterm and final projects, you must develop new pages
for the final assignment and add the required CSS to the previous pages. These documents must be
linked to each other. The subject matter of the Web site must comply with the policy guidelines set forth
in the Web Site Agreement. In addition the form’s page must go to a live e-mail address.
Start your projects well ahead of the due date, as you will need time to create and sort things out! You
will find project requirements on Eagle Online web site for this course.
Assignments, projects and activities have been developed to guide your learning and concept
development as an intro level Web Designer. To better understand a topic/concept, you will be given
assignments on key information that you will need to remember for your success in your career as a
Web Designer.
Please note that since this is a 16-week hands on (required practice) intensive course. As you learn new
concepts and application, you will apply the knowledge to your Major Projects (you will find these
projects and the requirements for them on the Eagle Online web site for this course).
You will be required to make at lest one three minute video presentation of your final project and submit
it with your final project.
In the video you must cover at least 3 of 5 topic points:
Topic List
1. Describe the web site topic and why you chose it?
2. What makes this web design and layout look professional in compare with other sites?
3. Elaborate your passion on the web site topic.
4. Explain what were the easy part and the hard part of the coding?
5. Demonstrate how to make a change in the coding that will affect the whole site.
All assignments/projects are due on the day noted. Late work will loose 10% of the total possible points
for each day that it is late.
Note: Original working files are REQUIRED for ALL projects along with the submission of final
compressed files
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Required Textbook and Materials
HTML & CSS
Design and Build Websites
Author: Jon Duckett, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-118-00818-8
Storage device
Optional “Visual Textbook” at: www.lynda.com
This is an additional cost to you if you elect to join Linda.com at the Premium plan. I will send a playlist to
you by e-mail after the class starts date.
Requirements will be posted in the Eagle Online LMS for all assignments & projects. Be sure to follow the
requirements of each project
Instructional Methods
Textbook
Online Instructional Videos Eagle Online Classroom Bridges HTML tutorials
Students will be evaluated in the following ways:
Research Paper
Tests
Mid Term Website Final Website Bridges Tutorial Discussion Board
Attendance
Since this is a distance education course I take class attendance each week by student log in to the Eagle
Online classroom.
Program/Discipline Requirements: If applicable
 Complete and comprehend the objectives and technologies involved in all graded assignments.
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Demonstrate the ability to apply creative thinking and problem solving to all class projects and
assignments.
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Complete all reading assignments pertaining to the subject matter of the course.
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Attend class regularly, missing no more than 12.5% of instruction and lab time (12 hours)
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Arrive at class promptly and be prepared with necessary books, storage media, assignments, and
anything else required.
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Exhibit safe and courteous lab habits.
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Develop and share knowledge and information with fellow students.
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Participate in keeping labs clean and organized; shutting down computers when finished; abiding by
lab rules; showing respect for instructors, fellow students and lab assistants.
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Participate in class discussions and critiques.
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Demonstrate the ability to communicate in a clear, coherent manner.
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Turn in all assignment on time and in the manner required by the instructor.
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Demonstrate the ability to use computer--? Based technology and software applications as it applies
to be given class.
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Understand and be proficient in computer file management, including saving and retrieving files.
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When possible, demonstrate the ability to use and understand both Macintosh and Window
operating systems.
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Demonstrate knowledge and the ability to use applicable peripherals and storage devices.
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Develop a portfolio that illustrates concepts, techniques, and programs used in solving class
assignment, including a written statement describing project concepts and processes.
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Demonstrate ability and creativity in using computer--? Based technology in communicating, solving
problems and acquiring information.
Accept responsibility for personal understanding of course requirements and degree plan.
HCC Grading Scale:
A = 100- 90
B = 89 - 80:
C = 79 - 70:
D = 69 - 60:
59 and below = F:
FX (Failure due to non-attendance)
IP (In Progress)
W (Withdrawn)
I (Incomplete)
AUD (Audit)
4 points per semester hour
3 points per semester hour
2 points per semester hour
1 point per semester hour
0 points per semester hour
0 points per semester hour
0 points per semester hour
0 points per semester hour
0 points per semester hour
0 points per semester hour
IP (In Progress) is given only in certain developmental courses. The student must re-enroll to receive credit.
COM (Completed) is given in non-credit and continuing education courses.
FINAL GRADE OF FX: Students who stop attending class and do not withdraw themselves prior to the
withdrawal deadline may either be dropped by their professor for excessive absences or be assigned the
final grade of "FX" at the end of the semester. Students who stop attending classes will receive a grade of
"FX", compared to an earned grade of "F" which is due to poor performance. Logging into a DE course
without active participation is seen as non-attending. Please note that HCC will not disperse financial aid
funding for students who have never attended class.
Students who receive financial aid but fail to attend class will be reported to the Department of Education
and may have to pay back their aid. A grade of "FX" is treated exactly the same as a grade of ‚ F in terms of
GPA, probation, suspension, and satisfactory academic progress.
To compute grade point average (GPA), divide the total grade points by the total number of semester hours
attempted. The grades "IP," "COM" and "I" do not affect GPA.
Health Sciences Programs Grading Scales may differ from the approved HCC Grading Scale. For Health
Sciences
Programs Grading Scales, see the "Program Discipline Requirements" section of the Program's syllabi
Instructor Grading Criteria
Your work will be evaluated according to the following criteria:
Adherence to the assignment guidelines: Do not rearrange the assignment guidelines. Complete the right
assignment. If the assignment is not clear to you, it is your responsibility to ask for clarifications before doing
it.
Appropriateness: Follow course policies, attitude-check on how you handle projects and challenges along
with working with others in class. Do not have someone do the project or assignment for you. Submit &
present projects on time.
Techniques and Concepts: Application of Concepts and Techniques.
Design Layout: Consider creativity, balance of elements, design techniques, use of white space, fonts, sizes
and styles, effects and color.
Quality of Execution: Content information. Strive for excellence. All work should be an attempt at portfolio
quality. Using the above criteria, your work will be assessed on six levels:
90–100%
A
80–89%
70–79%
60–69%
B
C
D
Below 60%
F
Misc
W
Exceptionally fine work; superior in presentation, visual observation,
comprehension and participation
Above average work; superior in one or two areas
Average work; good, unexceptional participation
Below average work; noticeably weak with minimal participation
Clearly deficient in presentation, style and content with a lack of
participation
Excessive absence (more than 12.5% semester absence)
Grading Weights
Discussion Board 10%
Quizzes 10%
Bridges Tutorial 20%
Mid Term Website 20%
Final Website 40%
NOTE: LATENESS on any assignment/project past the due date and time will result in the loss of
10% of total possible points per each day that the project is late.
Working on assignments/project is an integral part for the course.
All projects must be turned in using the Eagle Online Course web site. The instructor does not guarantee
that credit will be awarded for any projects turned in by methods other than through the Eagle Online
Course Web Site Assignments area. Points will be deducted if projects are submitted in other ways.
Instructional Materials
Book:
HTML & CSS
Design and Build Websites
Author: Jon Duckett John Wiley & Sons, Inc. ISBN: 978-1-118-00818-8
• Storage device
• One ream laser paper (Only for on site classes)
Optional: www.lynda.com video subscription
HCC Policy Statement:
Access Student Services Policies on their Web site: http://hccs.edu/student-rights
EGLS3 -- Evaluation for Greater Learning Student Survey System
At Houston Community College, professors believe that thoughtful student feedback is necessary to
improve teaching and learning. During a designated time near the end of the term, you will be asked to
answer a short online survey of research-based questions related to instruction. The anonymous results of
the survey will be made available to your professors and department chairs for continual improvement of
instruction. Look for the survey as part of the Houston Community College Student System online near the
end of the term.
Distance Education and/or Continuing Education Policies Access DE Policies on their Web site:
http://de.hccs.edu/Distance_Ed/DE_Home/faculty_resources/PDFs/DE_Syllabus.pdf Access CE Policies on
their Web site:
http://hccs.edu/CE-student-guidelines
Weekly Schedule
Please consult your Eagle Online Course for a Weekly schedule of activities and evaluations for this
course.
SPRING 2016- REGULAR 16- WEEK SEMESTER (RT)
1/15/16
1/19/16
2/1/16
1/29/16
3/7 to 3/10/16
2/5/16
2/12/15
Friday
Tuesday
Monday
Wednesday
Monday to Thursday
Saturday
Thursday
4/5/16
3/14/ to 3/20/16
3/25/16
6/6/16
5/6/16
5/8 to 5/13/16
Tuesday
Monday to Sunday
Friday
Sunday
Thursday
Monday
Last Day for 100% refund
Classes Begin
Official Day Of Record
70% Refund
Test 1 Due
Last Day for 25% refund
Priority Deadline for Fall Completion of
Degrees or Certificates
Last Day for student withdraw
No Classes before Spring Break
School Closed for Spring Holidays
Instruction Ends
Final Project Due
Final Examinations
5/9 to 5/11/16
5/15/16
Thursday to Monday Test 2 Due
Sunday
Semester Ends
Use this grade sheet to calculate your semester grade. The grade book in Eagle Online often does not
calculate your grade correctly.
Grade Sheet
For - IMED1316
Graded Item
Possible Points
Discussion Board
10
Bridges Tutorials
20
Mid Term Project
20
Quizzes
10
Final Project
40
Your Course Total Points
100
Your Points