Diploma in Web Graphics / Development(DWG)

The Diploma in Web Design & Development program is an accelerated and focused course designed to provide students with a strong foundation in web design and development principles and practices.

This condensed program covers essential topics in both front-end and back-end web development, responsive design, and project management.

Course Objectives:

• To provide students with a fundamental understanding of web design and development concepts.
• To develop proficiency in industry-standard web development languages and tools.
• To enable students to create responsive, interactive, and user-friendly websites.
• To prepare students for entry-level positions in web design and development or related fields.

Semester 1: Introduction to Web Design and Front-End Development

Module 1: Introduction to Web Technologies

Session 1: Course orientation and overview of web design and development.
Session 2: History and evolution of the World Wide Web.
Session 3: Web development roles and responsibilities.

Module 2: HTML and CSS Fundamentals

Session 4: Introduction to HTML and its structure.
Session 5: Creating HTML documents and adding content.
Session 6: Introduction to CSS for styling web pages.

Module 3: Responsive Web Design

Session 7: Principles of responsive web design.
Session 8: Creating responsive layouts with CSS.
Session 9: Testing and optimizing for various devices.

Semester 2: Back-End Development and Project Management

Module 4: Introduction to Back-End Development

Session 10: Back-end vs. front-end development.
Session 11: Introduction to server-side programming.
Session 12: Setting up a development environment.

Module 5: PHP and MySQL

Session 13: PHP programming fundamentals.
Session 14: Working with databases using MySQL.
Session 15: Creating dynamic web applications.

Module 6: Web Project Management

Session 16: Project planning and scoping.
Session 17: Managing web development projects.
Session 18: Quality assurance and testing.

Semester 3: Advanced Front-End Development and Portfolio Development

Module 7: JavaScript and jQuery

Session 19: Introduction to JavaScript and its role in web development.
Session 20: Interactive web elements with JavaScript.
Session 21: Enhancing functionality with jQuery.

Module 8: User Experience (UX) Design

Session 22: Principles of user-centered design.
Session 23: Usability testing and user research.
Session 24: Designing for user engagement and satisfaction.

Module 9: Portfolio Development and Graduation

Session 25: Building a professional web design and development portfolio.
Session 26: Portfolio review and critique by industry experts.
Session 27: Preparing for graduation and receiving the diploma.

Assessment and Evaluation:

• Regular attendance and active participation in lectures and web development projects.
• Completion of web development assignments, projects, and a comprehensive portfolio.
• Improvement in development skills, problem-solving, and proficiency in web development languages.
• Successful execution of major web development projects.

Materials Required:

• Access to web development tools and integrated development environments (IDEs).
• High-performance computer or workstation with internet access.
• Textbooks and reference materials on web design, development, and project management.

This Diploma in Web Design & Development is designed for students who are looking for an accelerated introduction to web design and development. While it covers the fundamental concepts and skills required for an entry-level position in web development, it focuses on core topics to provide a quick start in the field.

Upon completion of this program, students will have the basic knowledge and skills to pursue entry-level web development positions or further their studies in web-related fields.