Website Developer

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Website Developer

Program Description

The Website Developer program exposes students to the New Media industry. Students are provided with a solid foundation for careers in website development or other computer-related fields.

Part 1 - 4 credits, offered in semester 1. Part 2 - 4 credits, offered in semester 2. (Part 1 is normally a prerequisite for Part 2 - exceptions may be made based on past course work or experience).
Start in September only.

Prerequisites and Beneficial Skills

High school students must have a complete Grade 10.
Post-secondary students must have a complete Grade 12. Applicants not meeting the entrance requirements may be accepted as mature students. Skills assessment may be required.
Basic knowledge of Windows operating system.
Good problem-solving skills and creative aptitude.

Work Practicum

The Project Management course provides students with the opportunity to work with real clients over a period of four months. Students will design and develop a website based on the client's requirements. Students will not be required to work off-site. Occasionally, students may be required to meet clients at their place of business.

COURSE CONTENT - Website Developer

PART 1

PART 2

Introduction to Web Authoring 30S (8947)

Essential Web page development skills are taught in this course. Students will learn to develop websites using Hypertext Markup Language by writing the code manually as well as using GUI authoring tools.

HTML, XHTML, CSS
Adobe Dreamweaver

Intermediate Web Authoring 40S (8964)

Non-programmers are introduced to basic programming concepts at the same depth as other programming languages such as C++ but using JavaScript in the context of the Internet and the World Wide Web.

JavaScript & DHTML
control structures, pseudocode & flowcharting
functions, arrays & objects

Graphics 40S (8398)

Learn the concepts of image editing and create dynamic Web graphics including logos, buttons, rollovers, image swaps, animation and more. Students will design FLASH movies, page layouts and storyboards.

Adobe Fireworks, FLASH & Photoshop
multimedia on the Web, digital cameras & scanners

Advanced Web Authoring 40S (8397)

Students will create websites that can interact with databases for such things as storing member information, accessing catalogue items and implementing password protected sites.

server-side scripting using ASP & PHP
client-side scripting using VBScript & JavaScript
IIS & Apache Web servers

E-Business & Marketing 30S (1272)

Students will gain an understanding of basic business principles and learn business skills essential to the IT field. Emphasis is placed on entrepreneurship in the field of e-commerce.

business strategy & planning
teamwork & communication
advertising & Internet marketing
e-business models
legal, ethical & social issues

Database Fundamentals 40S (8978)

Students will explore relational database principles, design and implement product catalogues and other databases that support e-commerce.

relational database concepts, design & normalization
database optimization through queries, forms and reports
Structured Query Language (SQL)
Microsoft Access

Fundamentals of Networking (8886)

This course uses the Cisco CCNA Exploration Network Fundamentals curriculum. This hands-on introduction to networking and Internet prepares students for continuing education and professional careers in IT.

network communications
network protocol models
IP addressing and subnetting
building Ethernet networks using routers and switches

Project Management 40S (8399)

Students will learn essential Project Management skills while working directly with a business client on a website development project. Students will assume roles of team members and will be responsible for managing all aspects of the project.

working effectively with project team & clients
defining, planning & scheduling a project
risk management & change control
task analysis & project documentation

Certification

ATC will award certificates to students who successfully complete all eight courses while maintaining an overall average of 60%.

Articulation Agreements with Red River College (RRC)

In the past, five of the eight courses in this program were recognized for credit at RRC. due to program changes at RRC, details of the articulation agreement are currently being revised.

Optional Industry Certification

Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW)

Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) Foundation Exam is available to students upon completion of Part 2 of the program. This exam is required for all levels of CIW certification. This industry standard certification is recognized internationally and voted "Best Internet Certification" and one of "the most worthwhile investments". More information can be found at http://www.ciwcertified.com/

Employment Opportunities

Students have found entry-level employment in the following areas:

Website Developer
Web Master
Database Developer
Network Administrator

Website Designer
Junior Graphic Designer
Project Manager
Programmer Analyst

Tuition and Fees

Application Fee:	$20 non-refundable (adults only)
Tuition:	nil - high school students $1,600 per semester*
Student Fees:	$25 per semester
Textbook Fee:	$50 (refundable)
Textbook(s):	no cost supplied by the school
Additional Costs:	$200 (approx.) may be required for optional external Certified Internet Webmaster exam.
* Tuition is currently under review and will be determined at time of registration.

Program Advantages

Web programming languages (JavaScript, Flash, HTML, DHTML, and more)
Developing and managing a website project for a business client (work practicum at ATC)
Employability skills and portfolio development
Business planning skills
CIW (Certified Internet Webmaster) Certification
VUE - Virtual Testing Centre
Articulation with Red River College (under review)