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MODULE TITLE	Programming for the Web	CREDIT VALUE	15
MODULE CODE	ECM2422	MODULE CONVENER	Dr David Wakeling (Coordinator)

DURATION: TERM	1	2	3
DURATION: WEEKS		12

Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated)	28

DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

The web is a ubiquitous part of modern-day life and a web presence is vital for almost every individual and business. This module will introduce you to up-to-date web technologies and you will learn about the programming techniques required to develop usable, high-performance, robust web applications. In addition to covering the technical side of web development, Programming for the Web will cover some of the usability, design and architectural concepts that make web development different from programming for a single operating system.

Pre-requisite modules: ECM1413, ECM2419 and ECM1410

AIMS - intentions of the module

In this module, you will learn about designing websites and web services for the internet, including development for multi-tier architectures. During the module you will learn about developing database driven applications and will make use of the wide variety of presentational tools that are now available to enhance users’ web experience. In addition, you will learn about technologies such as RSS feeds and APIs that allow you to make use of developed functionality from other providers.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

On successful completion of this module, you should be able to:

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:
1 Demonstrate knowledge of the types of architecture seen on the web and critically evaluate them;
2 Develop database-driven websites that are able to process user input and present information in a usable and secure manner;
3 Discuss the principles of usability, robustness and security that underlie the design of systems and the particular challenges associated with web development.
Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:
4 Take a requirements specification and select appropriate technologies in which to implement the system;
5 Create, evaluate and debug a web system using commercially available/open source tools;
6 Critically analyse web technologies.
Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge:
7 Demonstrate an awareness of the principles of system design and usability;
8 Demonstrate an ability to create websites and services using modern tools and technologies;
9 Critically evaluate existing designs and technologies in terms of usability, security and robustness.

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

Server-Side Programming:

The three tier architecture

The Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)

A server-side programming language

Server-side programming

Processing form data

Managing State

Maintaining Sessions

Performing authentication

Accessing databases

Ensuring security

Client-Side Programming:

A client-side programming language

Client-side programming

The Document Object Model (DOM)

Ajax

Processing form data

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

LEARNING AND TEACHING

LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)

Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities	33.00	Guided Independent Study	117.00	Placement / Study Abroad

DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS

Category	Hours of study time	Description
Scheduled learning and teaching activities	22	Lectures
Scheduled learning and teaching activities	11	Computer-based workshops
Guided independent study	40	Independent assignments
Guided independent study	77	Private study (reading, programming, etc)

ASSESSMENT

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade

Form of Assessment	Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)	ILOs Assessed	Feedback Method

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)

Coursework	50	Written Exams	50	Practical Exams

DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT

Form of Assessment	% of Credit	Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)	ILOs Assessed	Feedback Method
Server side programming exercise	25	Report – 2,000 words and code	1-9	Written feedback
Client-side programming exercise	25	Report - 1,000 words and working website	3-9	Written feedback
Examination	50	2 hours, closed book	1,3,4,6,7-9	Oral, on request

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)

Original Form of Assessment	Form of Re-assessment	ILOs Re-assessed	Time Scale for Re-assessment
Server side programming exercise	Referred assignment	As original	Written feedback
Client-side programming exercise	Referred assignment	As original	Written feedback
Examination	Referred Examination	As original	Referred Examination Week

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

RESOURCES

INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

ELE: http://vle.exeter.ac.uks

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE	15	ECTS VALUE	7.5

PRE-REQUISITE MODULES	ECM1413, ECM2419, ECM1410
CO-REQUISITE MODULES

NQF LEVEL (FHEQ)	5	AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING	No
ORIGIN DATE	Friday 09 January 2015	LAST REVISION DATE	Friday 09 January 2015

KEY WORDS SEARCH	None Defined

Computer Science

ECM2422 - Programming for the Web (2015)