Web Design & Development at Francis Tuttle Technology Center

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advanced web application technologies

OCCC Course Number: 2003 | Section Number: CW12

This course focuses on object-oriented techniques that students can use to create reusable scripts and allow for eaiser maintenance of an applicaton. Students will also learn to build XML based applications and understand the benefits of writing XML documents.

advanced web authoring languages

OCCC Course Number: 2003 | Section Number: CW10

Students will learn about functions, methods and events including how to define and call functions utilizing JavaScript. This course will teach students how to use conditional statements to control program flow. Students will also implement best practices while coding an application and utilize appropriate debugging techniques.

database development

OCCC Course Number: 2003 | Section Number: CW08

Students are challenged to identify patterns or connections between information that is not obviously related, and to identify key or underlying issues in complex situations. In addition the course is about the design process and presents considerations for creating a normalized, stable, maintainable and well defined relational database. Students will also learn to create and maintain database objects and to store, retrieve, and manipulate data using SQL.

database driven applications

OCCC Course Number: 2003 | Section Number: CW15

Students will develop various database driven applications, including blogs, content management systems and discussion forums. Students will also explore the open source community and enhance web applications for a variety of needs.

interaction design

OCCC Course Number: 1003 | Section Number: CW05

Students will learn how information architecture acts as a supporting structure to align design, technology and business goals. Students will gain a perspective of accessibility and usability and how this affects the performance of a web site.

internet technology fundamentals

OCCC Course Number: 1003 | Section Number: CW01

Students will develop a basic understanding of the Internet, who uses it, and how it is used. Skill building topics will include: email, blogs, browsers, search, feeds, ftp, downloads, rich media, and social media. The course will explore a variety of communication methods on the Web.

professional enhancement

The student will be able to project an appropriate business image, develop professional and personal goals, practice time and stress management concepts, apply business and work ethics and develop leadership skills. In addition students will create cover letters, resumes, an electronic portfolio and follow-up letters. Students will analyze the job market and trends and participate in a simulated employment interview.

project collaboration

OCCC Course Number: 2003 | Section Number: CW13

Students will interact as a team and use a systematic approach to develop a web application. Students will identify the various roles involved in the production of a web site and also understand the challenges of project collaboration.

visual design techniques

OCCC Course Number: 1003 | Section Number: CW16

Students will be immersed in the basic elements of design and composition including typography, color and grid-based layout. Students also focus on enhancing their creativity by producing graphical assets that incorporate design principles.

web application development

OCCC Course Number: 1003 | Section Number: CW11

Students will develop a Web Application that is database driven. In order to develop the application students will utilize the project cycle for web development.

web application technologies

OCCC Course Number: 1003 | Section Number: CW09

Students will learn the syntax, the basics of using regular expressions, and how to access and manipulate files using server-side scripting languages.

web authoring languages

OCCC Course Number: 1003 | Section Number: CW02

Students will learn the principles of XHTML and CSS and will become proficient in the development of web sites using a text editor and web standards.

web authoring tools

OCCC Course Number: 1003 | Section Number: CW03

Students will acquire principles in designing, implementing and maintaining web sites using content creation and management tools and digital media tools.

web design & development capstone

OCCC Course Number: 2003 | Section Number: CW14

Students will complete a final capstone project. The project will be designed to integrate technical skills, customer service, and soft skills. Students will utilize web languages and authoring tools to develop a web site. Students may also utilize web languages and authoring tools by doing an approved internship.

web imaging applications

OCCC Course Number: 2003 | Section Number: CW06

Students will demonstrate proficiency in professional approaches to utilizing digital imaging applications. Students also learn techniques to express their ideas and vision to create robust layouts.

web site production

OCCC Course Number: 2003 | Section Number: CW07

Students will research marketing strategies and create a brand for a web site. They will learn the intricacies of building a web site through each stage of the project life cycle. They will also implement design principles to produce industry acceptable collateral pieces.

CAREER MAJORS

A student will select a career major and then complete a series of courses in their chosen career major. Numerous courses are offered, but not all courses may be completed by each student. The career major will outline the courses each student must complete.

Web Designer - 990 hours

A Web Designer is an individual who is fluent in XHTML/CSS and knowledgeable about web standards and accessibility. This individual will convert the visual prototype into a website; therefore this individual needs to be creative and have an artistic flair but also be able to understand technical specifications. Many individuals enjoy the creative aspect but it is also important to realize that designing web pages is not just a creative role; it also supports a business end, whether that is driving sales or building the company's brand. Web Designer's will create the front-end of the site, creating the look-and-feel of the site. They take the concept to reality.

courses

  • Internet Technology Fundamentals
  • Web Authoring Languages
  • Web Imaging Applications
  • Visual Design Techniques
  • Web Authoring Tools
  • Web Site Production
  • Advanced Web Authoring Languages
  • Interaction Design
  • Project Collaboration
  • Professional Enhancement
  • Web Design & Development Capstone
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Web Developer - 1,170 hours

A Web Developer is an individual who specializes in the back-end development of a web application. They add functionality to a website. This individual will have experience with databases and client-side and server-side scripting languages. They will also be fluent in XHTML/CSS and knowledgeable about web standards and accessibility. This individuals needs to have the desire to make things work and have the ability to solve problems.

courses

  • Internet Technology Fundamentals
  • Web Authoring Languages
  • Database Development
  • Web Application Technologies
  • Advanced Web Authoring Languages
  • Web Site Production
  • Advanced Web Application Technologies
  • Interaction Design
  • Project Collaboration
  • Database Driven Applications
  • Web Application Development
  • Professional Enhancement
  • Web Design & Development Capstone