Core Module Information
Module title: Programming for the Web

SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: SET11105
Module leader: Carl Strathearn
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Computer Science
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

Description of module content:

In this module you will learn how do design and implement dynamic web sites, from the basics to modern frameworks and current professional practice.Covered topics are:* General client-side technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript * Client-side frameworks: Bootstrap, jQuery, jQuery-Mobile* A general overview of server-side development frameworks (such as PHP and ASP.NET) as well as how HTTP connects everything together* Data handling/persistence mechanisms: Databases, Entity Framework, Sessions, JSON* In-depth knowledge of ASP.NET MVC and related technologies (e.g. Razor, Linq). We will be using the framework with C#In doing so you will gain a good understanding of and ability to critically evaluate and select an appropriate framework for various kinds of web applications.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Use frameworks and code to produce aesthetically appealing websites and to manipulate the UI.

LO2: Program the server-side functionality of a website.

LO3: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of major web technologies.

LO4: Describe and critically evaluate web-related frameworks.

LO5: Critically assess different database server technologies and Implement database connectivity in web applications.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, In Person,
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Occurrence: 002
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Carl Strathearn
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 20 Practical classes and workshops - designing and implementing java script in groups to develop a web app.
Online Guided independent study 160 A learning approach where students take responsibility for their own learning process, with support and direction from academics through tutorials and assessments. This method combines the independence of self-directed study with the guidance of a structured framework provided by academic staff.
Face To Face Lecture 20 2 Hour Lecture to learn how do design and implement dynamic web sites, from the basics to modern frameworks and current professional practice.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Practical Skills Assessment 70 1~2~3~5 Week 8 HOURS= 40h/30min demo Practical Skills Assessment and Demonstration: Both practical parts (1. Build a website, 2. Test Website Functionality) This will beassessed using 1-to-1 30 minute live demonstrations that will be held immediately after each submission. Demonstration slots bookingwill be announced nearer the time.
Report 30 3~4~5 Week 13 , WORDS= 1500 words This coursework required you to write a critical report discussing the following sets oftechnologies:1. ASP.NET MVC vs PHP and other Web Application Frameworks2. Bootstrap vs plain CSS3. jQuery vs plain JavaScript4. Entity Framework vs plain Database connection
Component 1 subtotal: 70
Component 2 subtotal: 30
Module subtotal: 100

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