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2016-2017 Catalog ARCHIVED CATALOG: Content may no longer be accurate.
Course Descriptions - CS, ETC, NET, WEB
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School of Computing
NET 6610 - Methods of Teaching Business Education Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This graduate-level course includes an evaluation and application of the methods of teaching business and marketing subjects with emphasis on teaching demonstrations and practices, objectives, outcome measurements, testing, and grading. The students will write a unit-long Learning Activity Package (LAP) and will demonstrate teaching in a business/marketing course. NET 6610 may be substituted for NET 3610 in the undergraduate Business Education Composite Teaching major, Business Education Teaching minor, or Business/Marketing Teaching minor for those working on a second bachelor’s degree. Prerequisite: WEB 1700 ; or WEB 1701 /WEB 1501 , WEB 1702 /WEB 1502 , and WEB 1703 /WEB 1503 ; and a bachelor’s degree.
WEB 1010 - Exploring Web and User Experience Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Capabilities and limitations of multimedia technology, evaluation of multimedia products, and creation of a multimedia portfolio.
WEB 1040 - Speedbuilding Keyboarding Credits: (1)
Intensive computerized approach for improving speed and accuracy. Keyboarding 25 wpm recommended. The grade for this course is credit/no credit.
WEB 1400 - Web Design and Usability Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Understand the technicalities of the World Wide Web and the Internet. Plan, design, and implement a successful web site using current web technologies. Topics covered include audience analysis, information architecture, wireframing, prototyping, responsive design, usability and accessibility, testing, and analytics.
WEB 1501 TA - Document Creation Competency Exam Credits: (.5)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
The computer competency exam for this course is a hands-on examination verifying a student’s skills at document creation. Practice materials are available on the web for studying the competencies covered on the test. The one-hour exam must be completed during the semester registered. Two repeats of the exam may be taken during the semester with an additional fee charged. The grade for the course is credit/no credit. Call (801-626-7384) or email CIL@weber.edu for more information about the CIL requirement.
WEB 1502 TB - Content, Internet Identity, and Device Management Competency Exam Credits: (.5)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
The computer competency exam for this course is a hands-on examination verifying a student’s skills in content, internet identity, and device management. Practice materials are available on the web for studying the competencies covered on the test. The one-hour exam must be completed during the semester registered. Two repeats of the exam may be taken during the semester with an additional fee charged. The grade for this course is credit/no credit. Call (801-626-7384) or email CIL@weber.edu for more information about the CIL requirement.
WEB 1503 TC - Data Manipulation, Visualization, and Presentation Competency Exam Credits: (.5)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
The computer competency exam for this course is a hands-on examination verifying a student’s skills at data manipulation, visualization, and presentation. Practice materials are available on the web for studying the competencies covered on the test. The one-hour exam must be completed during the semester registered. Two repeats of the exam may be taken during the semester with an additional fee charged. The grade for the course is credit/no credit. Call (801-626-7384) or email CIL@weber.edu for more information about the CIL requirement.
WEB 1504 TD - Information Literacy Competency Exam Credits: (.5)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
This exam verifies a student’s information literacy competency. Web tutorials are available for students to study for this exam at their own pace. Sample questions and a practice test are available online. Students may also request assistance with studying for this exam at the library reference desk. The exam must be completed during the semester registered. Repeats of the exam may be taken during the semester with an additional fee charged. The grade for this course is credit/no credit. Call (801-626-7384) or email CIL@weber.edu for more information about the CIL requirement.
WEB 1700 TE - Introduction to Computer Applications Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
Students will use current software to produce correctly formatted research papers with an accepted academic reference format, to produce effective employment documents such as a resume and a cover letter, and to use multiple collaboration mediums to effectively share, communicate, and collaborate with their peers. Students will use currrent software/technology to manage content on local devices and in the cloud, to manage their web identity and presence according to e-safety, security, and privacy best practices and standards, and to manipulate multiple computing platforms to troubleshoot problems. Students will protect local devices from security threats including viruses, malware, and adware using current best practices and technologies. Students will also manipulate and analyze data using various software applications and basic programming, organize data using graphical methods such as charts and infographics, and create an effective, well-designed presentation. Keyboarding 25 wpm recommended.
WEB 1701 TA - Document Creation Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [1st Blk, Online]
Spring [1st Blk, Online]
Summer [1st Blk, Online]
Students will use current software to produce correctly formatted research papers with an accepted academic reference format suchas MLA or APA. Students will use current software/technology to produce effective employment documents such as a resume and a cover letter. Students will also be able to use multiple collaboration mediums to effectively share, communicate, and collaborate with their peers. Keyboarding 25 wpm recommended.
WEB 1702 TB - Content, Internet Identity, and Device Management Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
Students will use current software/technology to manage content on local devices and in the cloud. Students will manage their web identity and presence according to e-safety, security, and privacy best practices and standards. Students will manipulate multiple computing platforms and troubleshoot problems when they arise. Students will protect local devices from security threats including viruses, malware, and adware using current best practices and technologies. Keyboarding 25 wpm recommended.
WEB 1703 TC - Data Manipulation, Visualization, and Presentation Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Summer [Full Sem, Online]
Students will manipulate and analyze data using various software applications and basic programming. Students will organize data using various graphical methods such as charts and infographics to appropriately convey information. Students will create an effective, well-designed presentation using current technologies. Keyboarding 25 wpm recommended.
WEB 2080 - Database Applications Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem Online]
Use of database software to design and create a database, including objects such as tables, queries, reports, and forms. Use of advanced management features such as macros, switchboards, referential integrity, and compound criteria. Prerequisite: WEB 1700 or WEB 1702 /WEB 1502 .
WEB 2200 - Image Editing Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
In this course you will be introduced to the fundamentals of a bitmap image editing program such as Adobe Photoshop. You will work primarily with digital photos and scanned images. The following image editing workflow will be learned: image capture, cropping, color correction, tonal adjustments, noise reduction, retouch, creative effects, and exporting. You will merge images into a collage using masking, blend modes, and adjustment layer techniques.
WEB 2210 - Computer Illustrations Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
In this course you will learn the fundamentals of a vector drawing program such as Adobe Illustrator. You will become skilled using the Pen Tool to create vector drawings and will learn various techniques for applying color, attributes, styles, and effects to your artwork. You will also create, edit, and format type to add to your artwork. At the end of the course you will create a project that integrates vector and bitmap images.
WEB 2300 - Video Editing Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Using video editing software such as Adobe Premiere, students will combine many separate video recordings to create short digital movies. The following steps of the video production process will be completed: creating storyboards; shooting the video and recording the audio; capturing resources to the computer; importing resources into a video project; adding titles, graphics, transitions, and effects; and exporting the video to formats for the computer, television, DVDs, and the Web.
WEB 2410 - Web Animation I Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course introduces various web technologies that aid the creation of web animations for distribution on many platforms. Students discuss technical issues affecting animation such as speed and compression. Students will explore several current tools to create animations for the web.
WEB 2500 - User Experience Design Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
This course is designed to introduce students to the elements of user experience design for the web and mobile. The following topics will be covered: history of user experience, user centric design, agile development, user interface best practices for web and mobile applications, and analytics. Using current technologies and tools, students will create a basic web or mobile application.
WEB 2860 - Business Systems Technologies Practicum Credits: (1-6)
Open to all students who meet the minimum requirements of the department for business-related on-the-job experiences. Approval of instructor and employer is required. Amount of credit will be determined by the department.
WEB 2920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-4)
Consult the class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript.
WEB 3000 - Advanced Word Processing Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem Online]
Use of word processing software including sorts, tables, columns, reports, merges, graphics, and macros. Prerequisite: WEB 1700 or WEB 1701 /WEB 1501 .
WEB 3070 - Advanced Spreadsheet Applications Credits: (1)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem, Online]
Spring [Full Sem, Online]
Use of spreadsheet software including macros, sorts, advanced formulas, graphs, and creative presentations. Prerequisite: WEB 1700 or WEB 1703 /WEB 1503 .
WEB 3090 - Digital Presentations Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem Online]
Use of electronic slide presentation software to create slides consisting of short paragraphs, bulleted lists, graphic images, movie clips, audio clips, data charts, diagrams, and imported data from other software. Emphasis will also be placed on professional quality presentation design and animation of slide elements. Prerequisite: WEB 1700 or WEB 1701 /WEB 1501 and WEB 1702 /WEB 1502 and WEB 1703 /WEB 1503 .
WEB 3100 - Digital Publishing Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Use of professional page layout software such as Adobe InDesign. Topics include analyzing, designing, creating, and editing digital publications. Prerequisite: WEB 2200 .
WEB 3300 - Motion Graphics Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
In this course you will use Adobe After Effects to create motion graphics and visual effects for film and video. You will learn how to create sophisticated motion graphics using animated text and objects, compositing videos and images, and adding visual effects to video. You will learn how to set keyframes on a timeline and work with transform properties, motion paths, rotoscoping masks and effects, developing a solid foundation in this increasingly popular and versatile software. Prerequisite: WEB 2200 and WEB 2300 or approval of instructor.
WEB 3400 - Advanced Web Development Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
With a basic foundation in both client side web design and databases, students will move to server side web development. Using server side technologies such as PHP and MySQL student will build and plan dynamic web sites. Students will also gain a better understanding of HTML, CSS, web usability, and visual design. Prerequisite: WEB 1400 or equivalent.
WEB 3410 - Web Animation II Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Students will explore native web technologies that are useful for animation including JavaScript, SVG, the HTML canvas element and CSS. Using these native web technologies, students will design and produce advanced multimedia projects applicable for business and industry. These projects will be produced by combining web animation, graphics, video, and text into interactive web and mobile multimedia presentations. Prerequisite: WEB 2410 .
WEB 3500 - User Interface Prototyping & Design Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
Students will learn the elements of user interface design as it applies to front-end web development and software engineering. Students will identify best practices in user interface design. The following topics will be covered: wire-framing, color palettes, typography, information architecture, contrast, uniformity, and responsive design techniques. Using current technologies and tools, students will wireframe, design, and program effective interfaces. Prerequisite: WEB 2500 or CS 2335 , WEB 1400 or CS 1400 , or permission from instructor.
WEB 4800 - Independent Research Credits: (1-4)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Summer [Full Sem]
Directed research and study on an individual basis. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. May be repeated up to 6 credit hours.
WEB 4860 - Internship Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Fall [Full Sem]
Spring [Full Sem]
Students work in the web and user experience field. The student fulfills objectives that have been approved by a business/organization supervisor and a faculty advisor. Must have Senior standing or approval of instructor.
WEB 4890 - Portfolio Design Credits: (3)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem]
In this project-based course students will design a web portfolio that features their work. Students will also create several portfolio pieces related to web and user experience design. Prerequisite: WEB 2210 , WEB 3300 , WEB 3110 .
WEB 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-4)
Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Page: 1
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