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Updated 23 August, 2010
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Course Details

This is an excellent course designed for those who are already proficient in building websites. It focuses on advanced skills in which provides all the skills in web design, scripting languages, Javascript, and Cascading Style Sheets. This distance learning, FETAC accredited course means that students can study flexibly at home, or at work, while gaining a nationally accredited Qualification.

This distance learning, FETAC accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at work, and can gain a nationally accredited Qualification. The course is designed for those who build websites or those considering a new career in web design.

By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24x7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this FETAC certified course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assignments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.

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Topics Covered in this Course


Unit 1: Interactive Web Site Design
  • Requirements Gathering
  • Developing a Website Strategy
  • Wireframe Diagrams
  • Design Guidelines
  • Technical Guidelines

Unit 2: HTML Formatting
  • Summary of HTML Tags
  • Form Design
  • Tables
  • Frames
  • Imagemaps
  • Cascading Stylesheets

Unit 3: HTML Editors
  • Getting started
  • Using the Editor

Unit 4: Scripting Language
  • Using Javascript Scripting Language
  • Javascript Rollovers
  • Javascript status bar messages
  • Using Javascript for browser plug-in detection
  • Javascript Cycling Animations
  • Javascript Dynamic Frames
  • Javascript Form validation and verification
  • Using Javascript for Cookies
  • Dynamic web page updates

Unit 5: Publishing your Site
  • Preparing your Site
  • Publishing your Site
  • Search Engine Optimisation




Who should complete this course?

  • Web Designers who wish to learn advanced skills.
  • People considering a career in web design, eBusiness or eCommerce, who have already completed a Level 5 Certificate in Web Design or equivalent.
  • People who wish to gain a professional, accredited qualification in the subject matter by home study distance learning.


Prerequisites

  • Candidates must have already completed a FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Web Design, or an equivalent qualification.
  • Access to a Windows PC to complete coursework.


Assessment

  • This course is assessed through a series of activities and final project. This will require students to develop and launch a finished functional website with scripting language.
  • All work submitted must be your own work. There is no exam with this course.
  • As part of our quality assurance, student assessment work will be marked by an Internal Assessor, then checked by an Internal Verifier and an independent FETAC External Authenticator.


Progression to Further Studies

  • This course leads to a level 6 award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
  • Students who successfully complete this programme may use this Level 6 credit towards the following FETAC Advanced Certificates: Multimedia (Ref. EMXXX), Multimedia and Web Development (Ref. EMMWD), or Media Production (Ref. EMPRO).


Accreditation

  • Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 6 Certificate in Web Authoring (C30148).
  • The Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. CMIT is registered with FETAC to offer programmes leading to FETAC awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland.
  • Please note that there is a EUR60 fee payable for administration, moderation and certification.



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