Course Syllabus
Web Design I
IMED 1316
Semester with Course
Reference Number (CRN)
Fall 2012 CRN 27026
Instructor contact
information (phone number
and email address)
Wendy Allen 713-398-6933 wendy.allen@hccs.edu
Office Location and Hours
By appointment
Course Location/Times
T/TH 9:30am-11:30am WLOP 136
Course Semester Credit
Hours (SCH) (lecture, lab) If
applicable
Credit Hours:
3
Lecture Hours:
2
Laboratory Hours: 4
External Hours:
Total Course Contact Hours
96.00
Course Length (number of
weeks)
16
Type of Instruction
Lecture/Lab
Course Description:
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): 4 to 7
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
(Numbering system should
be linked to SLO - e.g., 1.1,
1.2, 1.3, etc.)
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: If
applicable
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 -Self-Management
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
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
Web-enhanced (49% or less)
Hybrid (50% or more)
Face to Face
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
In-class discussions
Apply design techniques in the creation and optimization of graphics and
other embedded objects.
In-class discussions
Group and/or individual projects
Demonstrate the use of World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) formatting and
layout standards.
In-class discussions
Group and/or individual projects
Design, create, test, and maintain a Web site
Presentations
Group and/or individual projects
Instructor's Requirements
Program/Discipline
Requirements: If applicable
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HCC Grading Scale:
Complete and comprehend the objectives and technologies involved in all
graded assignments.
Demonstrate the ability to apply creative thinking and problem solving to all
class projects and assignments.
Complete all reading assignments pertaining to the subject matter of the
course.
Attend class regularly, missing no more than 12.5% of instruction and lab
time (12 hours)
Arrive at class promptly and be prepared with necessary books, storage
media, assignments, and anything else required.
Exhibit safe and courteous lab habits.
Develop and share knowledge and information with fellow students.
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.
Participate in class discussions and critiques.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate in a clear, coherent manner.
Turn in all assignment on time and in the manner required by the instructor.
Demonstrate the ability to use computer--?based technology and software
applications as it applies to be given class.
Understand and be proficient in computer file management, including
saving and retrieving files.
When possible, demonstrate the ability to use and understand both
Macintosh and Window operating systems.
Demonstrate knowledge and the ability to use applicable peripherals and
storage devices.
Develop a portfolio that illustrates concepts, techniques, and programs
used in solving class assignment, including a written statement describing
project concepts and processes.
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.
A = 100- 90
4 points per semester hour
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)
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 reenroll 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
Chapters/Readings
= 10 %
Projects – Five
= 25 %
Midterm
= 20 %
Final
= 35 %
Attendance/Participation = 10 %
Instructional Materials
• Dennis Gaskill. Web Site Design Made Easy, 3rd Ed. Englewood, CO: Morton
Publishing Company, 2008 [ISBN: 0-89582-765-2 / ISBN 13: 978-089582-735-7]
• Mass storage device
• One ream laser paper
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FALL 2012- TRADITIONAL 16 - WEEK SESSION
May 7
August 18
August 24
August 25
August 26
Monday
Saturday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Registration Begins
Saturday Registration ( 9am-1 pm)
Last Day for 100 % Refund
Saturday Registration (9am -1pm)
Last Day for Drop/Add/Swap/ Registration Ends (online
only)
August 27
Monday
Classes Begin
70% Refund
August 27- September 12
September 3
Monday
Offices Closed -Labor Day Holiday
September 10
Monday
Official Date of Record
25% Refund
September 13- 18
October 15
Monday
Priority Deadline for Fall Completion of Degrees or
Certificates
November 2
Friday
Last Day for Administrative/ Student Withdrawals4:30pm
November 21
Wednesday
No Night Classes before Thanksgiving
November 22- 25
Thur- Sun
Offices Closed- Thanksgiving Holiday
December 9
Sunday
Instruction Ends
December 10-16
Mon- Sun
Final Examinations
December 16
Sunday
Semester Ends
December 17
Monday
Grades Due by- 12:00 Noon
December 21
Friday
Grades Available to Students
Offices Closed- Christmas
December 19- January 1
Break
Unit 1
HTML_1 Email, Virus PPT’s)
(Aug 28/30)
I.
Introduction to the Internet
A. What’s theWWW?
B. How does it Work?
C. What programs to write HTML?
II. Workings of a Browser
A. Page Display
B. Types of Browsers
III. Web Standardization
Unit 2 (Setting up Files/Server/FTP)
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Unit 3
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
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G.
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I.
J.
K.
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M.
N.
O.
P.
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FTP
Set-up File Manager
Transferring Data
Downloading from Internet
Email
Virus
HTML (HTML_2 PPT)
(Sept 4/6)
Definition of an HTML file
Naming Files (Filing System)
Setting Up Root and Files (Wendy)
Declaration-Meta Tags and Keywords
Format of HTML Document
Students Create File (Slides #6/7)
Students Save a File (Text Editor / Notepad)
HTML Tags
HTML Elements
HTML Attributes
Viewing Code
Headings
Paragraphs
Line Breaks
Comments
Anchors (links)
Example of codes (linking, email)
Backgrounds (color, image)
Rules (background)
Image Placement & Tags & alt tag
Text - Align Attribute (Top, Middle, Bottom, Left, Right)
Image Alignment (Left, Right)
{Project One: About Me Web PAGE (First)
Unit 4
(Sept 11/13)
A. Web Site Principals (Principles PPT)
B. Information Process
C. Interaction Process
D. Visual/Graphic Process
Unit 5 Copyright & Fair use (Project Two) (Copyright PPT/Cases)(Sept 18/20)
Unit 6 CSS
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B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
(CSS PPT)
(Sept 25/27)
Style Rules-Parts of a CSS Rule (selector/property/declaration)
Explain 3 styles
Inline
Embedded (Internal)
External
Class/ID
Unit 7 Styling in CSS
Chap 8 & 9 & 10
(Oct 2/4)
A. Color , Background, Images, borders
B. Linking
C. List Styles
Unit 8 Midterm (Hurricane Project Three)
Unit 9 CSS
(Oct 9/11)
Chap 6
(Oct 16/18)
Chap 7
(Oct 23/25)
Chap 8
(Oct 30/Nov
A. Text Elements
Unit 10
CSS
A. Box Model
B. Float/Clear
Unit 11
1)
Div/Span
November 2nd (Last Day to Drop Classes)
Unit 12
Box Model
Unit 13
Div/Spans
Chap 5
Box/Div/Span Review
(Box Model Project Four)
Unit 14 Table Simple
Nov 20/22
(Nov 6/8)
(Nov 13/15)
Chap 11 (Tue Class Only – Thanksgiving Holiday)
A. Table Assignment in Class
Unit 15 Table and Table Styling
(Project Five-tables)
Unit 16
Lab
Chap 9 & DMMT
(Nov 27/29)
(Dec 4/6)
Unit 17
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D.
E.
Finals
Five 5 page website
Index
About Us
Menu
Recipes
Contact-Forms
(Dec 11/13)