Course Outlines

University of Winnipeg Continuing Education

DIT 16001 Internet Systems Specialist Diploma: DHTML

Course:	DIT 16001 Internet Systems Specialist Diploma: DHTML (Dynamic HyperText Markup Language) DHTML is not an actual type of HTML, but is rather a marketing term used to describe advanced markup languages such as JavaScript and CSS with (X)HTML. DHTML stands for Dynamic HTML, and is what makes a Web page go from being static and boring, to visually exciting. This course starts with a complete tutorial on JavaScript from the ground up, then goes on to CSS and then shows how to put JavaScript and CSS together to create some truly stunning effects.
Dates:	DIT 16001 0901 07-Dec-2009 to 18-Dec-2009 Mon-Fri (30 hours total)
Time:	01:00 pm - 04:00 pm
Cost:	N/A
Instructor:	Brent Scott has been a multi-media Web designer since 1998, specializing in cutting edge content with advanced Flash and Dynamic HTML. He divides his work between his company, ScottMedia, and teaching at various universities, colleges, and businesses with Lanoie.com. He brings to the classroom his years of practical experience in the Web design field. Brent is a well-rounded instructor who teaches such topics as JavaScript, Advanced JavaScript, Flash, Advanced Flash, Search Engine Positioning, Internet Fundamentals, XML, XHTML, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and more.
Materials:	All online course lecture notes will be available for you to read. Some pages may required a password to access them. Optional book resources are here. Optional online resources: Wikipedia DHTML Wikiversity DHTML Search Students will need normal school supplies (notebooks, paper, etc). A USB Flash memory stick (about 4GB) would be very helpful. Blank CDs, labels, and other similar presentation supplies may be required for projects. A budget of $25 for supplies, printing and binding should be set aside for this course.
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Additional Information:	The University of Winnipeg Continuing Education web site. The DCE.UWinnipegCourses.ca web site. The UWinnipeg.ca web site. The UWinnipeg WebAdvisor. While not required, it is a good idea to bring a portable USB flash drive or other storage media for your files. Some instructors may ask you to email assignments as attachments. There are many free compression (zip/archive) programs available, including "7-Zip" (Windows) and "Zip Mac Files For PC" (Macintosh).
Register Now:	Seating is limited. Call The University of Winnipeg Continuing Education Front Desk to register: (204) 982-6633.
Location and Hours:	Classes for Information Technology are at Main Campus, 480 Ellice Avenue on the 2nd floor of Lockhart Hall (rooms 2L13A & 2L13B) and the 3rd floor of Manitoba Hall (room 3M58). Proceed to room 2L13 in Lockhart Hall to find out which room your class will be in. Stevi Dram's office is on the 2nd floor, Lockhart Hall: 2L13C The DCE Registration Office is located at 275 Portage Avenue on the 14th floor. Their phone number is (204) 982-6633. Registration Office Hours: Monday through Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Fridays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Offices closed on Saturday of long weekends. Lost? Here is a map of Main Campus showing Lockhart Hall and Manitoba Hall. If you're driving, you may also find the traffic map and the parking map useful.
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Learning Outcomes

Working knowledge of client-side JavaScript, including core programming practices, constructs, and syntax
An understanding of debugging JavaScript and common scripting techniques
An understanding of JavaScript and the Document Object Model
Development of basic dynamic content Web pages
Working knowledge of variables and functions
Programmatic decisions based on user input
Knowledge of how to use JavaScript to work with forms, as well as form validation
Working knowledge of what CSS is and how to use it in a Web page
Working knowledge of how to take advantage of CSS positioning techniques and other Advanced CSS
An understanding of the differences between different browsers, and how they use different DOMs
The skills necessary to make CSS and JavaScript work together
Working knowledge of some more advanced DHTML techniques, as well as how to make them cross-browser compatible

Prerequisites

The following may be required before taking this course:

ISSD Photoshop
ISSD Introduction to Unix
ISSD XHTML/CSS
Computer and Internet access at home

Course Format

This course follows a lecture format. During class time, we will present material, draw your attention to key points that you should pay attention to, answer questions you may have, and manage class discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises.

There are often daily quizzes or assignments. It is the responsibility of the student to be on time and to get copies of any assignments missed due to absence. Missed quizzes cannot be made up later.

Students are strongly advised to use the reference material. For every hour of class time the student should budget at least two hours of self study to cover all the material in this course.

Only material that is covered in class lectures will be testable.

Student Deliverables and Pace

Here is an example of the pace the material might be covered. Your instructor may modify this to suit the needs of your class.

Class 1: The class should cover these topics:
Introduction to Programming Fundamentals [not in online notes]
DHTML Overview - Lecture 1 to Javascript - An Introduction - Lecture 5.

Class 2: There are no student deliverables due this class.
The class should cover these topics:
Programming Fundamentals - Lecture 1 to Programming Fundamentals - Lecture 4.

Class 3: The class should cover these topics:
Programming Fundamentals - Lecture 5 to Programming Fundamentals - Lecture 7.

Class 4: Assignment 1 [Password Required] will be given.
Assignment 2 [Password Required] will be given.
Quiz 1 given at start of class.
The class should cover these topics:
Programming Fundamentals - Lecture 7 to Using JavaScript - Lecture 1.

Class 5: Quiz 2 given at start of class.
The class should cover these topics:
Using JavaScript - Lecture 1 to Using JavaScript - Lecture 2.

Class 6: Assignment 1 is due at start of class.
Assignment 2 is due at start of class.
DHTML project rubric introduced
The class should cover these topics:
Using JavaScript - Lecture 2 to lecture 3.

Class 7: Quiz 3 given at start of class.
Assignment 3 [Password Required] will be given.
The class should cover these topics:
Using JavaScript - Lecture 6.

Class 8: Quiz 4 given at start of class.
Assignment 3 is due at start of class.
The class should cover these topics:
Troubleshooting JavaScript to Introduction to CSS.

Class 9: Quiz 5 given at start of class.
The class should cover these topics:
Advanced CSS to DHTML Techniques.

Class 10: Final test given at end of class.

Final Project

The final project must be submitted via email to your instructor no later than noon the first Sunday following the last class.

Final Test

The final test will be given after an hour of class time on the last day of the course. You will have 2 hours to complete the test. This test will be a "closed book" test, meaning that no reference materials, including notes will be allowed.

Evaluation

For the entire block, the break down of marks will be as follows:

Quizzes: 20%: There may be daily quizzes, which will be added up and scaled for the overall mark percentage. Typical quizzes are worth 5 to 20 marks. Most days will have a quiz or two, usually first thing in the morning. Missed quizzes can not be made up.

Assignments: 20%: The assignments will be added up and scaled for the overall mark percentage.

Final Project: 30%: The final project will be due near the end of the course and is scaled for the overall mark percentage.

Final Test: 30%: The final exam will be given near the end of the course and is scaled for the overall mark percentage.

Topic Outline

Home (Lecture Topics) Page

Grades:

Letter Graded Courses:

A+ =    96 - 100% Outstanding
A  =    91 -  95%
A- =    83 -  90% Very Good
B+ =    75 -  82%
B  =    70 -  74% Average
C+ =    66 -  69%
C  =    57 -  65% Pass
D  =    50 -  56%
F  =    Failure
VW =    Voluntary Withdrawal

Pass/Fail Courses:

P  =    Pass
F  =    Failure
I  =    Incomplete
VW =    Voluntary Withdrawal

Audited Courses:

CP  =   Certificate of Participation (based on >75% attendance)
NCP =   No Certificate of Participation (based on <75% attendance)

Note: Final percentages containing a half-point will be rounded up to the next full point (e.g., 69.5 would be rounded up to 70), and then converted to the letter grade (i.e., from C+ to B).

Late Assignments

Unless otherwise stated, late assignments are penalized 10% per calendar day. No assignments will be accepted more than 2 days late without permission.

Quizzes

Quizzes may be given during classes and could be time limited. They may be fill in the blank, short answer, code, or multiple choice and may be given online, verbally, or on paper. Missed quizzes cannot be made up if absent or if you are late for class.

Attendance

While class attendance may not be taken for marks, your attendance is required for each class to participate in quizzes, homework, and assignments.

Considerations

Please consider turning off any cell phones and pagers while in lectures or seminars. If you need to be available (on call for work, for example) please set your cell/pager to vibrate. Also, please remember that checking email, typing instant messages, or surfing the Web may be distracting to others.

A Statement on Plagiarism and Cheating

The Modern Language Association Handbook for Writers of Research Papers defines plagiarism as:

the act of using another person's ideas or expressions in your writing without acknowledging the source.

Copying words or ideas from any source, including another student, constitutes academic 'theft', and may result in loss of marks for the assignment, loss of marks for the entire course, or even expulsion. The same penalties will result if a student is found guilty of cheating or contributing to cheating on any test, exam or assignment.

Students should familiarize themselves with University of Winnipeg policy concerning plagiarism and academic honesty.

Other Plagiarism Resources

More Information

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Winnipeg Transit: The Winnipeg Transit site includes links for fares, the free Downtown Spirit service, schedules and more.

Exchange District BIZ: The Winnipeg Exchange District BIZ site has maps and information about the area around our campus.

Downtown Winnipeg BIZ: The Downtown Winnipeg BIZ site includes links for parking, restaurants, and the BIZ Patrol.

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