COMPX222-23B (HAM)

Web Development

15 Points

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The University of Waikato
Academic Divisions
Division of Health Engineering Computing & Science
School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences Office
Department of Computer Science

Staff

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Convenor(s)

Sapna Jaidka

Sapna Jaidka
4243
G.2.05
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sapna.jaidka@waikato.ac.nz

Vimal Kumar

Vimal Kumar
4378
G.2.26
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vimal.kumar@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Administrator(s)

: buddhika.subasinghe@waikato.ac.nz

Placement/WIL Coordinator(s)

Tutor(s)

Student Representative(s)

Lab Technician(s)

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: anne.ferrier-watson@waikato.ac.nz

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What this paper is about

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This paper provides a broad overview of the principles and technologies used in web development, with practical experience of client-side and server-side programming. Client-side topics include HTML, CSS and Javascript to support the development of interactive web pages containing a variety of media. Server-side topics focus on the development of database-driven web sites using PHP and MySQL to dynamically generate web page content. Topics covered include: web page creation and styling using HTML and CSS; protocols and standards supporting web applications design and security issues; client-side and server-side programming, with practical work in JavaScript and PHP; data-driven web applications.
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How this paper will be taught

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The laboratory for this course is Lab 1, R Block. The programming environment for the majority of the course will be Linux. Other software will be made available as required. Class attendance is expected. The lecture material is an integral part of the course. Failure to attend any timetabled sections of the paper means the student may miss material not presented elsewhere.
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Required Readings

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There is no required textbook. Links to appropriate readings and reference materials will be provided on Moodle as the paper progresses.

Online Support

All necessary resources will be provided on Moodle.

Workload

Students should expect to spend about 12 hours per week on this paper, in the following proportions: lectures 2 hours and private study 10 hours (including attendance at supervised labs)
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • Implement client-side functionality by programming in Javascript
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignment 2: Javascript and DOM (2)
    • Quizzes (12) (5)
  • Implement server-side functionality by programming in PHP, writing scripts that dynamically generate HTML pages
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignment 3: PHP (3)
    • Assignment 4: More PHP (4)
    • Quizzes (12) (5)
  • Interact with a data source to manage a web application's persistent data
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignment 3: PHP (3)
    • Assignment 4: More PHP (4)
    • Quizzes (12) (5)
  • Understand HTTP request and response protocols
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignment 1: HTTP and CSS (1)
    • Assignment 2: Javascript and DOM (2)
    • Quizzes (12) (5)
  • Understand the architecture of an web application and the relationship between client-side and server-side components
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignment 1: HTTP and CSS (1)
    • Assignment 2: Javascript and DOM (2)
    • Assignment 3: PHP (3)
    • Assignment 4: More PHP (4)
    • Quizzes (12) (5)
  • Use CSS to control page layout and the appearance of elements within a page
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignment 1: HTTP and CSS (1)
    • Quizzes (12) (5)
  • Use HTML to develop interactive web pages that contain a variety of media and elements
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignment 1: HTTP and CSS (1)
    • Quizzes (12) (5)
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Assignment 1: HTTP and CSS
4 Aug 2023
No set time
20
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Assignment 2: Javascript and DOM
25 Aug 2023
No set time
20
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
3. Assignment 3: PHP
29 Sep 2023
No set time
25
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
4. Assignment 4: More PHP
20 Oct 2023
No set time
25
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
5. Quizzes (12)
10
  • In Class: In Lecture
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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