| CODE | CPS1015 | ||||||||
| TITLE | Web Development Foundations | ||||||||
| UM LEVEL | 01 - Year 1 in Modular Undergraduate Course | ||||||||
| MQF LEVEL | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| ECTS CREDITS | 2 | ||||||||
| DEPARTMENT | Computer Science | ||||||||
| DESCRIPTION | This unit introduces students to essential front-end web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, focusing on building functional and attractive web pages. It also includes an introduction to Node.js, offering a glimpse into server-side programming and the broader JavaScript ecosystem. The course emphasizes practical, hands-on learning, ensuring students understand the core concepts and acquire the skills needed to develop and deploy real-world web applications. The aim is to provide a solid foundation in web development, balancing theory with the application of skills in a real-world context. Study-unit Aims: - To introduce students to the fundamental principles and practices of front-end web development; - To provide a comprehensive understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for creating interactive and visually appealing web pages; - To offer insights into the JavaScript ecosystem, including an introduction to server-side concepts with Node.js; - To emphasise practical, hands-on experience in web development, bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world application; - To foster a deeper understanding of the complete web development cycle, from design to deployment. Learning Outcomes: 1. Knowledge & Understanding By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of front-end web technologies, specifically HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and their role in creating web applications; - explain the fundamentals of responsive web design and how it enhances user experience across different devices; - explain the basics of server-side programming, particularly with Node.js, and its integration in web development; - recognise the importance and application of third-party APIs in enhancing web functionality; - describe the full cycle of web development. 2. Skills By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - effectively use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to develop functional and responsive web pages, demonstrating proficiency in front-end web development; - employ Node.js for basic back-end tasks, illustrating an understanding of full-stack development concepts; - integrate and manipulate third-party APIs within web applications, showcasing skills in external data handling and integration; - apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills to overcome development challenges and implement effective web solutions; - work collaboratively on projects, enhancing team-working abilities, and communicate technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing. Main Text/s and any supplementary readings: Main texts: - Learning Web Design: A Beginner's Guide to HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Web Graphics. Jennifer Niederst Robbins - ISBN: 9781491960202 Supplementary texts: - HTML and CSS: Design and Build Websites. Jon Duckett - Hardcover Edition ISBN: 9781118871645 - Paperback Edition ISBN: 1118008189 - JavaScript and JQuery: Interactive Front-End Web Development. Jon Duckett - ISBN: 9781118871652 - Eloquent JavaScript: A Modern Introduction to Programming. Marijn Haverbeke - ISBN: 9781593275846 - Node.js Design Patterns. Mario Casciaro and Luciano Mammino - ISBN: 9781839214110 - MDN Web Docs (Mozilla Developer Network) [MDN Web Docs](https://developer.mozilla.org/) - FreeCodeCamp [FreeCodeCamp](https://www.freecodecamp.org/) - W3Schools Online Web Tutorials [W3Schools](https://www.w3schools.com) - CSS Tricks [CSS Tricks](https://css-tricks.com/) |
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| ADDITIONAL NOTES | Students taking this study-unit are assumed to have knowledge of the material covered in CPS1011. | ||||||||
| STUDY-UNIT TYPE | Lecture | ||||||||
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| LECTURER/S | Benjamin Bugeja |
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