Computer & Engineering Technologies Division: WEB 140

WAKE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
COMPUTER & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES DIVISION
COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE NO: WEB 140
TITLE: Web Development Tools

Lead Instructor: Michael Schore (see Web Advisor, class and section, for the actual instructor)
Office: PLM 361B
Phone: (919) 866-5370

Office Hours: TBD

Posted In Blackboard

Textbook(s):
     Title: Dreamweaver CS3: The Missing Manual (June 2007)
     Author: David McFarland
     ISBN: 0596510438
     Publisher: Pogue Press (O'Reilly)

Software used to complete coursework: Adobe Dreamweaver CS3
Other required equipment: Internet access and computer to use for course work. Check system requirements for software.

Credit Hours: Three (3) Semester Hours
Pre-requisites: none
Co-requisites: none
Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to web development software suites. Topics include the creation of web sites and applets using web development software. Upon completion, students should be able to create entire websites and supporting applets.

Course Goals:

Using Dreamweaver to create web sites
The creation of a basic site layout and design
Ability to create a fully functional web site using Dreamweaver or other web development tools.

Course Objectives: Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate (through completion of classwork and assignments):

To recognize and distinguish HTML and other markup languages
To demonstrate effective usage of the Dreamweaver interface
To practice site control using Dreamweaver
To demonstrate basic site layout using Dreamweaver
To practice how to create links and format text using Dreamweaver
To demonstrate how to create tables, frames, and Cascading Style Sheets using Dreamweaver
To practice how to create rollovers and forms using Dreamweaver
To comprehend how to add Dreamweaver extensions
To practice how to publish a web site
To comprehend the function of an applet.

The Core Values of Wake Technical Community College
Respect	Instructor and students will foster an environment that is respectful of all.
Responsibility	Instructor and students will foster an environment that promotes taking responsibility for one's actions and obligations.
Critical Thinking	Instructor and students will strive to improve the critical thinking skills of analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
Communication	Instructor and students will strive to ensure that both written and oral communications are clearly understood.
Collaboration	Instructor and students will strive to develop collaborative skills.

Grading Is As Follows:
Exams	50%	Exams must be taken on the assigned date; otherwise a grade of zero will be assigned. Any exception to this policy must be the result of a documented emergency or prior arrangement with the instructor to take the exam before the scheduled exam date. There will be no exceptions to this rule. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Weekly Lessons and Assignments	30%	Lessons & assignments: Lessons and assignments are due on the assigned date. There will be no extensions, no exceptions. ONLY DOCUMENTED EMERGENCIES will be considered for extensions. In the remote chance that an extension is given, a full grade point will be deducted for each DAY the project or assignment is late.
Projects	20%	Course Project : Projects are due on the assigned date. There will be no extensions, no exceptions. In the remote chance that an extension is given, then a full grade point will be deducted for each DAY the project or assignment is late. ONLY DOCUMENTED EMERGENCIES will be considered for extensions.
Class Participation/Attendance	0%	You are expected to participate in all class activities. We will strictly follow the college attendance policy. You may NOT be absent for more than 10% of the time. More than 10% absentee means you will automatically be withdrawn from the class. You will receive a "W." This is a hard and fast rule. Any absences must be documented (i.e. doctor's excuse) to be excused. Note for seated classes: Three tardies (more than 20 minutes is tardy) equal one absence. Note for online classes: Your participation in class discussions is considered as your attendance on a weekly basis.

Classroom Policies:

Students are responsible for all of the information presented in the Wake Technical Community College Student Handbook.
Please note that computers are to be used at all times for official course purposes. Use of computers for general web surfing, email, chat rooms, etc. is not allowed. Violation of this rule will result in a grade deduction and possible loss of computer privileges.
The college forbids the use of audible electronic equipment (cell phones, pagers, etc.) during instructional time.
If you miss a lecture or arrive late, you are responsible for the material presented, handouts distributed, and any announcements made that day. The instructor will not provide notes for missed classes.

Unit	Coursework	Textbook/Assignments
Tentative Schedule Note: This schedule is subject to some changes/modifications per instructor -- This offered as only a study guide. The pace of each class differs according to the instructional needs of the students in the class. Always consult with your instructor. Note** A Final Project may be assigned in place of a Final Exam.
1	HTML review Dreamweaver Basics	Instructor Provided Chapter 1
2	Dealing with Web sites	Chapters 15, 17 Practice Activity
3	Web Page Content	Chapters 2, 3
4	Cascading Style Sheets	Chapter 4 Practice Activity
5	Hyperlinks	Chapter 5 Practice Activity Test 1 - Chapters 1-4 & 15, 17
6	Images	Chapter 6 Practice Activity
7	Tables	Chapter 7 Practice Activity
8	Page Layout	Chapter 9 Practice Activity
9	HTML Code	Chapter 10 Practice Activity Test 2 - Chapters 5-7, 9
10	Forms	Chapter 11 Practice Activity
11	Flash and Multimedia	Chapter 14
12	Library Items and Templates	Chapters 18 and 19
13	Customizing Dreamweaver	Chapters 20 and 21 Test 3 - Chapters 10, 11, 14, 18-19
14	Testing Accessibility Usability	Chapter 16
15	Advanced CSS	Chapter 8
16	Exam Week	Test 4 - Chapters 20, 21, 16, 8

Disability Support Services is available for students who require academic accommodations due to any physical, psychological, or learning disability. To determine eligibility, contact the office at 108-S Holding Hall or http://disabilityservices.waketech.edu/.