Overview
The One Year Diploma in Web Development & Designing is a comprehensive program that equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to design and develop dynamic, interactive, and responsive websites. This course blends both web development and web design aspects, focusing on the technical skills required for coding and programming as well as the creative elements needed for aesthetically appealing and user-friendly web design.
Students will learn the core technologies of web development, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and back-end programming languages, along with the design principles and tools necessary for creating visually striking websites. By the end of the course, students will be able to design, develop, and maintain fully functional websites that cater to modern web standards and user experiences.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Web Development and Design
- Overview of the Web Development Process
- Understanding the Role of a Web Developer and Web Designer
- Basic Web Design Principles (Layout, Typography, Color Theory)
- Introduction to User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) Design
- Introduction to Front-End and Back-End Development
Module 2: Front-End Web Development
- HTML5: Structure of Web Pages
- CSS3: Styling Web Pages (Layout Techniques, Flexbox, Grids, etc.)
- Responsive Web Design and Mobile-First Design Approach
- CSS Frameworks (Bootstrap, Foundation)
- Introduction to JavaScript (DOM Manipulation, Events, Functions)
- Introduction to jQuery
Module 3: Web Design Fundamentals
- Understanding Visual Hierarchy and Layout Design
- Typography in Web Design (Choosing Fonts, Readability)
- Color Schemes and Branding in Web Design
- Wireframing and Prototyping (Tools like Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch)
- Designing for Different Screen Sizes and Devices (Responsive Web Design)
Module 4: Advanced Front-End Technologies
- Advanced JavaScript Techniques (ES6+, Asynchronous JavaScript, AJAX)
- Introduction to Front-End Frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js)
- Client-Side Rendering and SPA (Single Page Applications)
- Introduction to Version Control (Git, GitHub)
Module 5: Back-End Web Development
- Introduction to Server-Side Development
- Understanding Databases (SQL vs NoSQL)
- PHP: Server-Side Scripting
- Node.js and Express.js for Back-End Development
- RESTful APIs and JSON for Data Exchange
- Introduction to Content Management Systems (WordPress, Joomla)
Module 6: Full-Stack Web Development
- Combining Front-End and Back-End Development
- Building Dynamic Websites Using Front-End and Back-End Tools
- Integrating APIs with Front-End and Back-End
- User Authentication and Authorization Systems
- Building a Simple Web Application (End-to-End Project)
Module 7: Web Development Tools and Best Practices
- Web Development Workflow: Tools and Techniques (Code Editors, IDEs, Browser DevTools)
- Debugging and Performance Optimization for Websites
- Web Security Best Practices (SSL, Data Protection, Authentication)
- SEO Basics for Websites
- Introduction to Web Hosting and Deployment
Module 8: Web Development Project and Portfolio
- Developing a Full Web Development Project from Scratch
- Creating a Professional Web Developer Portfolio
- Showcasing Web Design and Development Projects
- Preparing for the Job Market (Resume, Cover Letter, Portfolio Presentation)
Course Duration:
Career Opportunities:
- Web Developer
- Front-End Developer
- Back-End Developer
- Full-Stack Developer
- UI/UX Designer
- Web Designer
- WordPress Developer
- Freelance Web Developer
This course provides students with the foundational and advanced skills required for a career in web development and design. By the end of the program, students will have a strong portfolio of web development projects, positioning them for success in the competitive tech industry.
