An introduction to computer programming using HTML and JavaScript.
The course is designed for students who want to learn more about the World
Wide Web's design and applications. The emphasis of the course is placed
on fundamental concepts of computer programming through the creation of
interactive Web pages. Along the way students will be exposed to a variety
of topics including basic networking and web-related software installation
and configuration.
Students will put their programming skills to use by constructing
useful static and dynamic web pages and applications using HTML,
JavaScript and associated software frameworks such as AJAX.
Students will be introduced to a number of topics that are
covered in more detail in other courses including:
In addition to regular lectures and written assignments, this
course will include numerous programming assignments.
Programming assignments may be carried out in one or more prescribed
high-level languages. Instruction in the use of
these languages will be provided.
The course will include regular homework and programming
assignments (please see my
comments on collaboration and
programming). Assignments are
due before 11:59pm on the due date; there will be
NO CREDIT given for late assignments (without
an excused absence) - turn in as much as you can.
Reading assignments should be completed
before the lecture covering the material.
Not all reading material will be covered in the lectures,
but you will be responsible for the material on homework
and exams.
Quizzes over the assigned reading
may be given at any time.
The Vision Statement of the Computer Science and Information Systems
majors states that our students are distinctive by:
"Bringing a Christ-centered worldview to our increasingly technological
world."
As one step towards the fulfillment of this objective, each
semester, we will identify an influential Christian writing to be read
and reflected upon by students in our classes throughout the term.
This will be treated as an official component of every course and will
be uniquely integrated and assessed at our discretion, generally
as a component of the quiz grade.
See the semester's reading schedule.
In addition, regular meetings will be scheduled throughout the semester
that can be attended for Chapel credit.
It is my hope that students will not view this as one more task to
complete, but as a catalyst for continued discussion ultimately leading
to a deeper walk with Christ.
The chief end of man is to glorify God, and enjoy Him
forever. (Westminster Confession)
If you have specific physical, psychiatric, or learning disabilities and
require accommodations, please contact the Disability Services office
early in the term so that your learning needs may be appropriately met.
You will need to provide current documentation of your disability to
Disability Services. For more information, contact
Rick Muthiah, Director of Disability Services.
