DMA502 - Web Design II

Subject Title
Web Design II

Subject Description
Web Design 2 - Design & Development
 
This subject focusses on Content Management Systems (CMS) such as WordPress and phpBB3 as they relate to use as ?dynamic' websites, portfolio & photo showcases & galleries, ecommerce sites and blogs. Their use as support and ?community' bulletin boards/forums is also examined.
The subject teaches the basic knowledge and ability to install self-hosted CMS sites and modify and change the layouts, and themes/styles of WordPress and phpBB3 based sites. Additionally, they will learn the use of specific powerful plugins and scripts that change and add to the design, layout and functionality of the sites and add social media links and content, contact forms, and event calendars.
An understanding of the role and use of a MySQL database and PHP in Content Management Systems is also included in the curriculum.
The final project is converting an HTML/CSS website into a WordPress theme; it is then installed and tested to examine the differences between a dynamic CMS web site and a static HTML/CSS web site.

Credit Status
Digital Media Arts Diploma Program

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1. Understand basic PHP syntax, including creating variables and mixing PHP and HTML.
2. Understand how to setup WordPress as a dynamic website, portfolio or photo showcase / gallery or blog.
3. Demonstrate the ability to Install a self-hosted WordPress and phpBB3 CMS including the following:
   • Upload files to the correct web server folder
   • Install the CMS and connect it to a database via the install procedure
   • Access & utilize basic functions of an administration control panel/dashboard
   • Install & configure style / theme files to change the CMS site design & layout
   • Use menus and widgets to additionally modify the CMS layout and style.
4. Utilize an FTP (File Transfer Protocol) program to install self-hosted WordPress and phpBB3 sites on a server.
5. Utilize an FTP (File Transfer Protocol) program to install plugins and theme / style files on a self-hosted WordPress and phpBB3 site on a server.
6. Modify a WordPress layout using the menu and widget functions.
7. Convert an HTML/CSS based website into a WordPress theme

Essential Employability Skills

    •  Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.

    •  Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication.

    •  Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

    •  Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

    •  Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.

    •  Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.

    •  Show respect for diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.

    •  Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals.

    •  Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

    •  Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.

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