MCCCD Program Description

Certified Internet Web (CIW) Associate Certification Preparation Course

Course: CIS284

First Term: 2007 Summer I

Lec + Lab 4 Credit(s) 5 Period(s) 4.7 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: Explain and implement Internet technologies, network infrastructure, and protocols. Utilize a variety of markup languages and web technologies to design web pages. Utilize job skills such as project management. Explore best practices/issues for web design, publishing, and e-commerce. Prepare for Certified Internet Web (CIW) Associate Examinations

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Identify and describe components of Internet protocols, Domain Name System (DNS) management, and Internet connection methods. (I, II, III) 2. Install and configure proxy servers and Web browser security. (III, IV) 3. Identify and configure multimedia and plug-in technology on the Web. (I, II) 4. Explain databases, Web search and registration strategies. (I, II, III, V) 5. Troubleshoot common Internet services and tools. (I, II, III, IV) 6. Configure Internet security services. (II, III) 7. Demonstrate project management and quality assurance strategies. (IV, V, VI) 8. Explain networking protocols. (I, II, III) 9. Configure systems and IP (Internet Protocol) addresses. (II, III) 10. Problem solve using Internet diagnostic tools. (II, III) 11. Identify functions of Internetworking servers. (I, II, III) 12. Perform hardware and operating system maintenance and utilize troubleshooting tools. (II, III) 13. Describe network security roles and IT career opportunities. (VI) 14. Identify and implement markup language and site development essentials. (IV, V) 15. Explain and implement advanced Web technologies. (IV, V) 16. Identify e-commerce practices. (IV, V, VI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Demonstrate knowledge of Internet technologies, protocols, services, and connection methods. A. Identify the infrastructure required to access the Internet, including hardware and software components. B. Define important Internet communications protocols and their roles in delivering basic Internet services. C. Identify the basic principles of the Domain Name System (DNS). D. Identify the functions of Web browsers, and use them to access the World Wide Web and other computer resources. E. Identify and troubleshoot current multimedia and plug-in technologies on the web F. Use different types of Web search engines effectively. G. Recognize essential database concepts. II. Demonstrate ability to configure Internet technologies. A. Demonstrate ways to communicate effectively using Internet technology including email, networking, and Internet services. B. Identify and configure user customization features in Web browsers, including: preferences, caching, cookies. C. Identify security issues related to Internet clients (e.g., Web browsers, e-mail, instant messaging) in the workplace, including: certificates, malware, illicit servers, viruses. D. Identify and use principles of Personal Information Management (PIM), including: common applications. E. Efficiently transmit text and binary files using popular Internet services. III. Demonstrate knowledge of essential network technologies including TCP/IP, stable network creation, wireless networking and network troubleshooting. A. Demonstrate knowledge of basic data communications components, and demonstrate technical knowledge of the Internet. B. Identify the role of networking hardware and configure common hardware for operation. C. Identify the relationship between IP addresses and domain names and configure them, including assignment of IP addresses within a subnet. D. Identify the functions and components of servers commonly used on the Internet. E. Identify and configure Internet services and tools including File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Virtual Network Computing (VNC) and Microsoft Terminal Services, Lightweight Directory AccessProtocol (LDAP), Concurrent F. Identify common Internet security and availability issues, including: user-level and enterprise-level concerns. G. Identify common performance issues affecting Internet clients, including: analysis, diagnosis. H. Perform basic hardware and system maintenance for network-aware systems. I. Manage fundamental elements of modern network-based client operating systems. J. Identify and apply configuration requirements for electronic mail and Personal Information Management (PIM). K. Configure and troubleshoot wireless networks. L. Configure Internet and browser security environment. IV. Demonstrate advanced Web page development and design skills. A. Demonstrate knowledge required to create a Web page. B. Add images and graphical formatting to HTML files. C. Identify and use design and color principles for Web pages. D. Create a basic HTML form that accepts user input. E. Create HTML frames. F. Define Extensible Markup Language (XML), and identify its features and appropriate use. G. Identify essential Web site navigation issues, and ensure page/site accessibility. H. Define and apply essential aspects of the Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) standard. I. Use Extensible Hypertext Markup Language (XHTML) to create Web pages. J. Use GUI-based HTML editing software to create Web pages. V. Demonstrate Web site management skills A. Identify technologies for enhancing the user`s Web experience, including: programming languages, and multimedia technologies. B. Test and analyze Web site accessibility and performance issues. C. Identify and implement steps in the Web site planning and development process. D. Identify and apply strategies to address essential issues in developing and maintaining a Web site, including: project management, testing, accessibility, and legal issues. E. Identify and apply strategies to increase Web search engine visibility. F. Plan and deliver presentations of a Web site, during and after Web site development. G. Define electronic commerce (e-commerce) and related technologies and concepts necessary to develop a secure, useful interface (i.e., storefront). H. Demonstrate knowledge of languages commonly used to provide database connectivity to Web sites. I. Identify the benefits and drawbacks of running a Web server versus using a service provider. J. Identify and apply common strategies for managing an end user`s experience and improving site creativity. K. Consider copyright and ethical issues when creating Web pages. VI. Demonstrate a basic understanding of essential business practices that relate directly to Internet technologies. A. Identify job roles in the Information Technology (IT) industry, including the responsibilities, tasks and skills they require. B. Identify security-related ethical and legal issues faced by IT professionals. C. Relate project management and quality assurance concepts and terms to the IT profession. D. Develop a website as a managed project. E. Apply quality assurance techniques in evaluating Web sites. F. Manage career opportunities in the IT industry. G. Represent technical issues to a non-technical audience.

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 6/26/2007

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