Web Programming, Certificate

Upon completion of a Certificate in Web Programming a student will be able to:

Technical Skills

• Understand and demonstrate basic computer constructs.
• Understand and demonstrate proficiency in Java.
• Demonstrate the ability to use an Integrated Development Environment tool (i.e. Visual Studio) efficiently.
• Demonstrate proper use of a programming language’s syntax, data, memory, and control structures.
• Create a static web page using HTML structural elements and attributes.
• Define and apply style rules to one or more web page.
• Design and implement page layouts using tables and CSS style rules.
• Create a Web form to accept a variety of user input.
• Develop a responsive, multimedia Web site.
• Test and edit an HTML document so that it is considered ‘well-formed’ (follows specified standards).
• Create a dynamic web page using HTML and JavaScript.
• Assemble static elements including text, graphics, and pictures into professional appearing web sites.
• Develop, test & debug client side JavaScript programs & AJAX/AJAJ client-server programs.
• Create, test & debug server side PHP programs.
• Use MySQL Database Management System to create database tables for use with Internet applications.
• Design attractive, dynamic web sites which integrate Internet applications and databases.
• Publish unique websites including static, dynamic and database elements to a remote web server. 

Problem Solving/Critical Thinking

• Demonstrate the ability to break down the logic needed to solve a problem using computer programs.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and in teams to achieve established goals.
• Employ a software development process that includes problem analysis, logic and interface design, testing and debugging.
• Distinguish between a program’s input, processing, and output requirements.
• Identify and resolve different types of programming errors.
• Create programs that effectively solve a variety of problems.
• Professionalism
• Exhibit professional and ethical behavior.
• Seek membership in professional organizations.
• Demonstrate the ability to research and present information on a given IT topic.
• Design and construct a professional-looking, user-friendly interface that enhances a software solution.

Communication

• Demonstrate proficiency in written communication.
• Demonstrate professional verbal skills through oral presentations.
• Demonstrate use of appropriate computer terminology.
• Explain fundamental programming concepts and terminology.
• Discuss program logic and code with others.
• Describe objects and the document object model (DOM).
• Describe ways to address various accessibility issues on the Web.