Pellissippi State Technical Community College
Master Syllabus

WEB DESIGN II - GRAPHICS
WEB 2002

Class Hours: 1.0

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Laboratory Hours: 0.0

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Credit Hours: 1.0

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Revised:October 2007

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Catalog Course Description:
Developing graphics for use in Web pages. Use of scanner, graphics program, Internet browser, and related software to produce Web pages and post the pages to the Web.

Entry-level Standards:   Knowledge of how to write HTML code to create Web pages; computer usage knowledge and skills; college-level writing skills.

Prerequisite:   WEB 2001--HTML Coding

Textbook:

Castro, Elizabeth (2006). HTML, XHTML, & CSS, Sixth Edition. Berkeley, CA: Peachpit Press. ISBN 0-321-43084-0



I.      UNIT/TOPIC/BASIS:  (Tentative Schedule)

Assignment 1 - Tables with Graphic Images
Using tables to align text and images; use table formatting attributes to determine alignment, cellspacing, cellpadding, table color, and border; using tables to create columns of text and sideheads; use of tables for advanced alignment of text; adding special characters; soliciting email feedback; special HTML tags; posting your page to the WWW.

Assignment 2 - Using Your Graphics Program (Paint Shop Pro and Photoshop)
Using graphics in HTML documents' developing graphics for HTML documents using Paint Shop Pro software

Assignment 3 - Graphics in Documents
Linking graphics; copying graphics and backgrounds from the WWW; scanning images; modifying images;

Assignment 4 - Imagemaps/Backgrounds/Colors (Handouts)
Creating image maps; setting background colors and background images; changing text and link color.

Assignment 5 - Bargain Blasts Project Due (counts as final exam)

 

II.    COURSE OBJECTIVES:

  1. Create and use graphic images in Web documents. (I, III, XIII)
  2. Use a scanner to capture images for use in Web documents. (I, III, XIII)
  3. Combine graphic files and text files to create publications on the Internet. (I, III, XIII)
  4. Create and use image maps in Web documents, (I, III, XIII)

III.      INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESSES:

The student will use the following processes to accomplish the objectives of this course:

  1. Use technology to promote the objectives of this course; specifically, the Internet, Web documents, email, and word processing. (Technological Literacy Outcome)
  2. Use technology to post pages to the Web. (Technological Literacy Outcome)
  3. Use classroom research to investigate areas of interest for use in projects.(Technological Literacy Outcome)
  4. Use research activities to promote independent thinking. (Technological Literacy Outcome)
  5. Use Web research activities to explore businesses, careers, and current events. (Technological Literacy Outcome)

IV.    EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  1. Use Internet resources. (A,B)
  2. Use correspondence tool: email. (A)
  3. Identify the elements that make up a well-designed web page. (B)
  4. Use HTML to create web pages. (B)
  5. Develop graphics for HTML documents using a graphics program. (B)
  6. Link graphics in HTML documents. (B)
  7. Use image maps in HTML documents. (B)
  8. Use color and backgrounds to enhance HTML documents. (B)
  9. Distinguish between well-designed graphics and poorly designed graphics used on Web pages. (B)
  10. Save images and text from other HTML documents and use them in web pages. (B,C)
  11. Locate clip art images and use them in documents and publications. (C)
  12. Create images using a graphics program and use them in documents and publications. (C)
  13. Work together as a group to learn to scan and modify images using the scanner and image editing software. (C) (WWW section exempt)
  14. Scan images and import them into web pages and documents. (C) (WWW section exempt)
  15. Create a personal web page combining text and graphics. (B,C,E)
  16. Incorporate graphics for use in Web page. Graphics may be scanned in or imported as clip art. (F)
  17. Post pages to Web. (B,C,D,F)

V.     EVALUATION:

  1. Testing Procedures:
    Final Exam - The final project will replace the final exam.
  2. Laboratory Expectations:   Not applicable
  3. Field Work:   Not applicable
  4. Other Evaluation Methods:
    • Weekly assignments.
    • Online quizzes using Desire2Learn.

 

  1. Grading Scale:
    The final grade will be determined on the basis of scores on assignments, projects, and tests according to these standards:

A

93-100

B+

90-92

B

85-89

C+

80-84

C

75-79

D

70-74

F

69 and below

VI.      POLICIES:

  1. Late work:
    Penalty for late work - 10% of grade lowered per day late. Early turn in of work is welcomed.
  2. Students must have a valid PSTCC ID to be presented on demand to gain access to PSTCC facilities.
  3. Attendance:
    Pellissippi State Technical Community College expects students in traditional classes to attend all scheduled instructional activities. As a minimum, students in all traditional courses must be present for at least 75 percent of their scheduled class and laboratory meetings in order to receive credit for the course. For the traditional class meeting twice a week for five weeks, you are allowed a maximum of three absences during each five week period. [NOTE: No differentiation is noted for excused/unexcused absences. These will be treated as an absence.] Reference, PSTCC Catalog) WWW section: There is no attendance policy penalty; zero-tolerance policy for late work on WWW class will be strictly enforced.
  4. Academic Dishonesty:
    Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited. Students guilty of academic misconduct, either directly or indirectly through participation or assistance, are immediately responsible to the instructor of the class. In addition to other possible disciplinary sanctions which may be imposed through the regular Pellissippi State procedures as a result of academic misconduct, the instructor has the authority to assign an F or a zero for the exercise or examination or to assign an F in the course. (Reference, PSTCC Catalog)
  5. Accommodation for Disabilities:
    If you need accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share, or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, please inform the instructor immediately. Please see the instructor privately after class or in his/her office. Students must present a current accommodation plan from a staff member in Services for Students with Disabilities (SSWD) in order to receive accommodations in this course. If you require an accommodation in order to function effectively in this class, please contact the Director for Students with Disabilities by phone at 865-539-7153 as soon as possible. ADA Contact Information Web site: http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/adahom1.htm .
  6. Veterans Attendance:
    Regular attendance in traditional classes is required to receive veteran's benefit pay. Instructors are required to report non-attendance of veterans to the Veterans Affairs Office which reports non-attendance to the Veterans Administration Regional Office. Payments are adjusted or canceled if attendance is not regular. WWW section: This policy does not apply to you. (Reference, PSTCC Catalog)
  7. Resources that will be used:
    • The applications software we will be using are Windows, MS Internet Explorer, HTMLPadPro, Paint Shop Pro and Photoshop.
    • This course is delivered in TRADITIONAL lecture format as well as over the World Wide Web (WWW).

Hardware/Software Requirements for this Course

IBM-type criteria:
    Hardware:

  • Intel Pentium 4, Intel Centrino, Intel Xeon, or Intel Core Duo (or compatible) processor.
  • Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista Home Premium, Business, Ultimate or Enterprise (certified for 32-bit editions)
  • 1 GB of RAM
  • 5 GB of available hard-disk space
  • 1024 x 768 monitor resolution with 16-bit video card
  •  CD-ROM drive (DVD preferred)
  • High-speed Internet connection such as cable modem or DSL recommended, if possible
  • Speakers  

 

   Software:

 

 

Macintosh criteria:
     Hardware:

 

  • PowerPC G4 or G5 or multicore Intel processor
  • Mac OS X v.10.4.8
  • 1 GB of RAM
  • 7 GB of available hard-disk space space
  • 1024 x 768 monitor resolution with 16-bit video card
  • CD-ROM (DVD preferred)
  • High-speed Internet connection such as cable modem or DSL recommended, if possible
  • Speakers  

 

   Software:

 

 

FOR CIW Courses:  CD-ROM. Each coursebook includes a supplemental CD-ROM with files that are referenced and used in the course. The labs will refer you to the CD and you will access these and use the files in the course.