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CIS 253 - HTML Basics


Last Date of Approval: Fall 2021

3 Credits
Total Lecture Hours: 45
Course Description:
In this course students learn HTML - the language of the web. While not readily visible, this system of tags enables the display of graphics, text, and sound on the World Wide Web. Students become skilled at the core concepts of HTML, and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets). CSS allows customization and formatting of text, graphics, audio, and color on the web. Students will create project sites from scratch using free, downloadable software, and a web browser. Fundamental knowledge of HTML and CSS is essential for anyone entering a web design career. The course develops students’ critical thinking skills. Precision and thoroughness are essential. Having a foundation in HTML and CSS will be a tremendous asset in troubleshooting website problems in the future.

Prerequisites: None
Recommended(s):

Considerable computer experience is recommended.
Mode(s) of Instruction: Face-to-face

Credit for Prior Learning: There are no credits for prior learning opportunities for this course.

Course Fees: None

Common Course Assessment(s): None

Student Learning Outcomes and Objectives:
Student Learning Outcomes

  • Plan, design, and produce effective information architectures and interface for web creation.
  • Create web page designs for websites utilizing HTML5, CSS and graphic software tools.
  • Examine, analyze, and evaluate websites for design, usability and functionality.

Course Objectives

Students learn how to develop professional-level websites using modern Web standards and best practices. They explore site architecture, interface design, content strategy, and production techniques and workflows. The course will provide hands-on experience with the tools and techniques used by designers to create effective interfaces and sophisticated web and multimedia products. Students will learn to:

  • Define and apply the complete process of designing and producing an interactive Web site.
  • Plan, design, and produce a comprehensive website project.
  • Identify and apply appropriate Web standards and best practicesfor HTML5 and CSS.
  • Design and apply site information architectures.
  • Design and apply the use of tables and forms effectively in website production
  • Evaluate and deploy Web hosting options.
  • Describe and utilize SEO techniques.
  • Evaluate Web designs for usability and effectiveness.
  • Demonstrate ability to work in a team environment as a productiveand complementary team member.



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