Syllabus

Induction:  Introduction to WEBMASTER

The following topics are covered by this Unit: Getting started; Health & safety considerations, Course content - Unit by Unit, and training tips; How to navigate through the training programme; Technical support help desk; and Qualifications.

Unit 1 – Introduction to the Internet

This Unit introduces you to the Internet and World Wide Web and, in particular, to the Supernova website on which the course is largely based. The following topics are covered in this Unit: An introduction to the Internet; Using electronic mail; The SuperNova web design services website; An introduction to HTML/XHTML; and Assignment 1 – Building a simple web page.

Unit 2 – A Crash Course in HTML

This Unit provides you with a "crash" course in HTML/XHTML. During this Unit you will be introduced to all of the major groups of HTML/XHTML tags. The following topics are covered: Introducing HTML/XHTML; Text formatting tags; Hypertext links and anchors; Creating lists in HTML/XHTML; Making forms in HTML/XHTML; Using tables and frames; Using Graphics and images; and Assignment 2 - HTML/XHTML coding exercise.

Unit 3 – Building Your Home Page

During this Unit you will focus on the HTML/XHTML text formatting tags and learn the basics about graphic design, to start building your first web page. The following topics are covered: Inspect the Supernova homepage and look at the code in detail; Review of document, meta and formatting tags; Produce your own graphics using graphics editors; Paint Shop Pro Tutorial; Cascading Style Sheets; and Assignment 3 - Building your own home page.

Unit 4 – Information Pages

In this Unit, you will inspect the Supernova page, which describes the company background and history. These  Web pages can be used for a company profile or for further information about a chosen topic/hobby. The following topics are covered in this Unit: Look at the SuperNova Information page and the underlying HTML/XHTML code in detail; A review of image, list and font tags; Producing your own imagemaps using MapEdit software; and Assignment 4 - Building your own Information Pages.

Unit 5 – Products and Services Page

In this Unit, you will inspect the Supernova Products and Services page. This can be used as a product and services  page or for further information about a chosen topic/hobby. The following topics are covered in the Unit: Inspect the Supernova Products and Services pages HTML/XHTML code in detail; Discuss Uniform Resource Locators (URL’s); A review of hypertext links, anchors and tables; and Assignment 5: Build your own Products and Services or a further Information Page.

Unit 6 – Contact Details Page

In this Unit, you will inspect the Supernova Contact Details page, which contains contact information for visitors. The following topics are covered in this Unit: Inspect the Supernova Contact Details page; Review of the <form> tag; Verifying and debugging your HTML/XHTML code; and Assignment 6: Build your own Contact Details page.

Unit 7 – Special Effects Master Class

Early implementation of the HTML/XHTML specifications have been significantly extended to allow today's new breed of web designers to become more creative. This Unit demonstrates how you can use standard HTML/XHTML tags to implement stunning special effects without the need for complicated scripting or programming. The following topics are covered by this Unit: Creating animated images and other effects; Utilising tables for structure and colour; Weave some magic using frames!; Insert colour and graphics using forms; Creating, controlling and positioning windows; Using meta tags to create a slide show; Incorporating music into your web pages; and Assignment 7 –Adding special effects to your pages.

Unit 8 – Introduction to JavaScript

Following from the previous Unit when you learned some neat tricks using basic HTML/XHTML tags, this Unit takes you a step further by introducing you to a new a new language, JavaScript. The following topics are covered in this Unit: An Introduction to JavaScript; The OnLoad Event; The OnClick Event; The onMouseOver and onMouseOut Event; Displaying Messages Using the OnLoad Event; Creating a random advertising display; and Assignment 8 - Incorporating JavaScript into your web pages.

Unit 9 – Building an On-line Store

This Unit looks at how you can use off-the-shelf packages to create an effective on-line store. In this Unit, the following will be covered: About ShopFactory; ShopFactory Tutorial; Creating and integrating an on-line store using ShopFactory; and Assignment 9 – Create and integrate the on-line store into your website.

Unit 10 – Building Your Website Portal

This Unit introduces you to Adobe Flash CS3 and gives a quick tutorial on how to use this remarkable web designer's tool. It also provides an introduction to Dreamweaver CS3, a leading HTML/XHTML editor. The following topics are covered in this Unit: A quick Flash CS3 Tutorial; Designing your animated portal; Uploading your website; How to Register with Search Engines; An introduction to Dreamweaver CS3 and Assignment 10 - Integrate your Website Portal.

Qualifications

OCN Level 2 Web Design & Construction Award

The Level 2 Award is comparable to working at GCSE or NVQ Level 2 and has 6 OCN credits. OCN Credits can be accumulated with other course or unit credits over a period of time which can lead to an accredited qualification. The award is issued through the North West Region (OCNNW) of The National Open College Network. OCNNWR provides validated courses through its provider organisations which must meet robust quality assurance standards. It is a licenced member of NOCN which is an approved UK awarding body licenced by QCA (The Qualifications & Curriculum Authority) to offer accredited qualifications.

Requirements for Entry

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

Professional Membership

On completion of this course you will be eligible to join the following Professional Associations(s):

On successful completion of your course your qualification is awarded. You will receive an attractively presented Diploma or Certificate issued by Stonebridge Associated Colleges, this will also allow you to use the letters SAC. Dip. or SAC. Cert. after your name.

Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the leading (and biggest) distance education colleges in the U.K and internationally. We have many thousands of students studying with us at any one time from locations all over the world. Our diplomas will always count towards your future, and will improve your prospects of future employment or higher level study etc. by proving that you have studied to a certain level, that you have proficiency in your chosen subjects and that you are interested in your field of choice. Education is always an investment in your future and you will find this to be the case with our qualifications in your jurisdiction.

Tutor Support

With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have. You are more than welcome to telephone, fax or email your personal tutor.

You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

Student Community

We understand that studying from home may be a new experience for you. You could even be excused for feeling a little dauntedsince you will not be studying in a traditional "classroom environment". To help our students overcome these concernswe have developed the Student Zone. The Student Zone encourages a high level ofinteraction with your tutor and other like-minded students.

All of our students receive access to the Student Zone,within this area you can:

• Access the student forum which allows you to share ideas and chat with other students.
• View your tutor's feedback on your marked assignments.
• View optional reading lists for your course (where available).
• Access free online games, for when you need a break from studying.
• View the study guide with plenty of useful hints and tips on how to get the most out of your course.
• Access free courses such as: Improving Learning Skills, Job Interview Skills, The Effective Learner, Goal Setting and Time Management, Ten Tips to Complete a Good Test Paper.
• Find details on our generous Referral Programme.

Study Options

When you study through ElearnUK you can quickly access your course material online and submit all of your question papers to your tutor online, using your unique student account. You have access to all of your course material immediately, and when you submit question papers, your tutor sends you an email containing your results and feedback.

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 120 hrs.

Benefits

Additional Benefits

Related Courses

Below you will find a list of courses that previous students have taken to complement their course. We hope that this list will give you some idea of the types of progression courses we offer, or alternative course options that may be of interest to you.

• Web Design - OCN Level 2 - The WEBMASTER web design training course takes the student step-by-step through the construction of a complete website from the very basics of Website design teaching the HTML/XHTML languages, to the uploading of the Website to your web space. During... Read More »
• Web Design - OCN Level 3 - The WEBMAESTRO Advanced Website Design course is a fully supported, self-paced training programme for those wishing to take up a new career as a Web programmer or those who simply wish to be able to build advanced commercial-quality websites. The WEBMAESTRO... Read More »

Further Information

The training programme consists of 10 interactive lessons, provided on DVD ROM, each of which is divided into a number of related topics. The student is able to easily navigate between lessons and topics, and bookmarks can be inserted to facilitate the resumption of the programme from the previous exit point.

Each topic terminates with a quiz, consisting, typically, of questions with multiple-choice answers to ensure a thorough understanding of the course content, and a specific assignment to put the skills into practice. A template of the fictional SuperNova corporate Website is included as a guide on how to design your own Website.

The WEBMASTER course comes with a comprehensive software Library, which includes trial/freeware versions of the following software: Adobe Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks & PhotoShop CS3, Paint Shop Pro, Gif Construction Set, MapEdit, WinZip 11, Shop Factory Pro, Cute FTP and Colour Picker 1.9.

Course Duration & Support:

Students may register at any time and we do not impose any set completion time, although we recommend completing study within a 12 month period. You also have access to a personal tutor by mail or email. As the course is self study you can complete in as little or as long a time as you prefer.

Assessment:

You will be assessed on coursework which is detailed in the course materials. The coursework consists of individual web pages and a complete final website. Your work can be sent back to your course tutor by email or by post.

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