Web Development and CMS

This unit provides an introduction to coding web sites and the use of Content Management Systems (CMS) in the provision of web sites. Coding of sites involves Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML5) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS3). Content Management Systems involves design, creation and management of web sites using specialist tools. Students will be introduced to the Bootstrap CSS framework and build websites using Content Management Systems.

Contents include: HTML5 and CSS3 for coding web sites; use of Content Management Systems to design, set up, deploy and maintain web sites.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

1. Develop Web sites using HTML5 and CSS3;
2. Apply Content Management Systems in the design, development and deployment of a web site, and;
3. Apply Web design principles in the effective design of Web sites.
4. Participate in an academic community through reflective and critical engagement in academic texts and understanding of principles of academic integrity.