FLOYD COUNTY AREA TECHNOLOGY CENTER
(BIG SANDY COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE)
COURSE SYLLABUS
2011-2012
PROGRAM:
Information Technology
COURSE:
IT130
TITLE:
Web Site Design
INSTRUCTOR:
Jeff Shannon
OFFICE:
Prestonsburg HS (Satellite)
CLASS/LAB:
Information Tech
OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday, 10:30-11:00 a.m. & 3:30-4:00 p.m.
E-MAIL:
JeffM.Shannon@ky.gov
PRINCIPAL:
Lenville Martin
CONTACT HOURS:175
CLASS PERIOD: 2,3,5
SEMESTER:
Fall and Spring
CREDIT:
3
PREREQUISITES: At Teacher’s Discretion
TEXT:
HTML Concepts and Techniques
DESCRIPTION:
This course focuses on the overall Web site production process involving layout, navigation, and
interactivity, with particular emphasis on design. It will expose the student to the operation of
digital video camera, scanners, and sound equipment. The design, layout, and composition of
images, animation, and video suitable for Web site production is stressed.
OBJECTIVES:
1
Apply work site and lab safety procedures.
2
Apply personal safety rules and procedures
3
Apply fire prevention rules and procedures
4
Demonstrate accountability of and the safe and careful use of company
equipment, machines, etc.
5
Logically organize workflow and analyze, organize, and develop concepts
into practical applications.
6
Effectively present a precise and accurate written communication using
proper grammer, spelling, punctuation, etc.
7
Effectively present a precise and accurate oral presentation using proper
grammer.
8
Demonstrate the ability to work as a team member as well as using conflict
resolution techniques.
9
Demonstrate correct use of computer terminology and ethical usage of
software and hardware.
10
Demonstrate ethical behavior in the workplace: ie harassment, honesty,
discrimination, professionalism, etc.
11
Prepare resume, letter of application and participate in an interview.
12
Implement new process steps given oral instructions.
13
Identify opportunities for and apply problem solving techniques.
14
Identify potential safety hazards and take preventative action.
15
Use Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) or equivalent documentation and
appropriate equipment documentation.
16
Use appropriate repair tools.
17
Describe methods to handle environmental and human accidents including
incident reporting
18
Identify potential hazards and implement proper safety procedures including
ESD precautions and procedures, safe work environment and equipment
handling.
19
Identify proper disposal procedures for batteries, display devices and
chemical solvents and cans.
20
Identify potential hazards and proper safety procedures including power
supply, display devices and environment.
21
Use good communication skills including listening and tact/discretion, when
communicating with customers and colleagues.
22
Use job-related professional behavior including notation of privacy,
confidentiality and respect for the customer and customers' property.
23
Demonstrate proficiency in the use of the Internet.
24
Demonstrate proficiency in a graphics software package.
25
Demonstrate proficiency in a word processing package.
26
Demonstrate proficiency in a spreadsheet package.
27
Describe common applications of a database.
28
Explain Web site architecture, work flow, and production processes
29
Utilize principles of graphic and content creation for online media
30
Demonstrate fundamental online graphic design principles, including
appropriate interactivity, content-sensitive navigation schemes, and user
interface criteria
31
Select task-appropriate software tools
32
Describe distinctive attributes of the Web as a unique medium
33
Employ web animation techniques
34
Demonstrate web site accessibility
35
Demonstrate web site implementation and hosting
36
Demonstrate media skills necessary to become a web designer either as an
employee or feelance designer
37
Use a digital camera to capture images
38
Obtain a basic knowledge of digital photography techniques
39
Use a digital video camera to capture video
40
Edit and enhance digital video images using appropriate software
ATTENDANCE
Attendance is very important as we will be covering new material daily. If you are
absent, it is your responsibility to ask what you missed and you are to make up the
missed work within three days of your returning to class (NO EXCEPTIONS).
If you miss a test, you must have an excused absence and you will be required to
make up the test on the day that you return to school.
SAFETY
The safety requirements for this program will be covered by the instructor during
the orientation process.
GRADING POLICY
The following grading scale is in effect:
90-100
A
80-89
B
70-79
C
60-69
D
Below 60
F
The following criteria will be used for arriving at a grade:
Lab Work (Daily Exercises)
Written Tests and Quizzes
Final Exam
50%
40%
10%
All assignments must be completed in order to pass the class.
WRITTEN WORK POLICY
Written assignments should be typed if possible, but must always be legible.
MAKE UP WORK POLICY
All work missed due to absences must be made up within three (3) days after returning to
class. Tests must be made up on the day you return to school. Quizzes cannot be made
up.
LATE WORK POLICY
You will receive a reduction of five points on a scale of 0-100 for each day your
assignment is past due.
GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES
In addition to the specific course competencies listed above, students are expected to
have and continue to develop the following general competencies:
Writing – to communicate effectively using standard written English.
Reading – to analyze, summarize, and interpret a variety of reading materials.
Integrated Learning – to think critically and make connections in learning across the
disciplines.
Creative Thinking – to elaborate upon knowledge to create new thoughts, processes and
products.
Ethics/Values – to demonstrate an awareness of ethical considerations in making value
choices.
EVALUATION OF GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES
Writing – Students will complete written assignments and possibly answer essay
questions in which he/she will demonstrate effective written communication skills using
Standard English.
Reading – Students will be responsible for reading assignments from the assigned text
and other sources. Students will be expected to participate during in-class discussions
and answer questions in writing over the reading assignments.
Integrated Learning – Students will utilize the knowledge they acquire throughout this
course to make connections between the various principles and procedures by applying
certain skills such as analysis, discussion, interpretation, and problem solving.
Creative Thinking – Students will elaborate on acquired knowledge to create thought
processes and products that are new to the student. This can be demonstrated by
raising/answering hypothetical questions and contributing to the learning process in
various ways.
Ethics/Values – Students will demonstrate an understanding of ethical values and
consideration by:
A.
Showing commitment and responsibility for their own academic
pursuit.
B.
Respecting opinions in contradiction to their own.
C.
Subscribing to a code of courtesy and etiquette in dealing with
others.
D.
Understanding what constitutes cheating and plagiarism and avoiding
E.
F.
such conduct.
Showing and understanding of ethics or related to this course.
Discussing other ethical/value issues.
DROP/ADD POLICY
All requests to drop or add a class must be approved by the instructor of the class.
SCHOOL CLOSURES
Classes will be cancelled according to the Prestonsburg High School Closure Plan.
CLASSROOM/SHOP RULES & PROCEDURES
Students will be provided a copy of classroom rules and procedures during initial
orientation.
COURSE OUTLINE
See Attached Task List for Course
ACCOMODATIONS
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More one on one time
Read questions on exams, quizzes, etc. as necessary
Present information in alternate manner
Work with resource teacher on modifications
Other modifications