Web Design (QQI Level 5)

Course Details

Learners who successfully complete this course will:

• understand one of the scripting languages that are used on the World Wide Web
• design, construct and maintain interactive Web pages and Web sites
• acquire the necessary skills and knowledge of design principle for supporting the building, testing and refining of Web pages
• be familiar with HTML and CSS, as well as the use of HTML editors like Dreamweaver.

This distance learning, FETAC accredited course means that Students can study flexibly at home, or at any convenient place and time, and can gain an Internationally Recognised Qualification.

Students receive a comprehensive Course Manual, Assignments, Efficient Studyguide, and unlimited one-to-one Tutor Support for the course duration. The course documentation for this FETAC certified course is detailed and easy to read. If students require extra time to complete the course they can apply for an extension.

By choosing to up-skill and learn with The Open College, Students have 24×7 access to The Open College’s market leading eLearning system for the duration of the course. This includes comprehensive course manuals, video, extra reading material, quizzes and one to one Tutor Support. All assessments can also be uploaded online and leaners will receive online feedback from their Tutor. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.

Topics covered include:

• Understanding and using HTML and CSS to  Format text
  o   Edit and optimize graphics for the web
  o   Create tables, frames and forms
  o   Create links
  o   Produce content specific metadata
  o   Design consistent, user friendly websites.

• Good site Management
  o   Setting up an appropriate folder structure
  o   Uploading content to a remote server.

• Using HTML Editors to create a complete interactive web sites.
• Applying additional scripts.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites:

• Level 4 Certificate, Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualifications and/or relevant life and work experiences.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and email.
• Access to a PC with internet access to complete coursework.
• As this programme is delivered through distance learning or eLearning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
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• If you take this course by eLearning you will need basic IT skills and have access to broadband.

Assessment:

This course is assessed through completion of a combination of an Assignement and a Project. 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 a Tutor, then checked by an Internal Verifier and an independent FETAC External Authenticator.

Assignment: – 30% of Marks

The candidate will be required to select a website that is publically accessible and to conduct a written review of that website covering the following topics:

• What is the purpose of the website
• Provide details of the product or service the website is promoting
• Identify the target audience
• Provide a site map of the website navigation structure
• Describe the website features
• Critique the website design
• Suggest Improvements.

Project: – 70% of Marks

The candidate is required to build a fully functional website, which has been developed to conform to HTML and CSS standards. The candidate will be required to follow clear instructions which detail the requirements for the website including:

• Folder Structure
• Naming convention for HTML and CSS files
• WebSite Navigation Structure
• Content Layout
• Use of Images
• Font Styles and Colour Scheme.