Client Side Web Development (Taster Course)
Course Overview
Learn the fundamentals behind client-side web development for both desktop and mobile
This module introduces the learner to the fundamentals behind client-side web development, both for desktop and mobile.
This course focuses on the development of professional skills; while it does not sit on the national framework, the module is drawn from Griffith College’s suite of QQI-validated degree programmes.
The Client Side Web Development module is conducted on a part-time evening basis over a 24-week period. This course explores the fundamentals of web functionality, web design principles and the importance of user research and planning.
- You will gain a firm understanding of how the web works (The Internet, HTTP, Mark-up Languages etc.) before exploring the various Standards of client-side web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
- You will gain an awareness of web design principles and the importance of user research and planning.
- You will acquire practical experience in developing web sites using web technologies, as well the processes behind researching and planning user-cantered web applications.
- An evening classes schedule allows you to balance your study with your work/life commitments.
- Option to further your studies in this area by pursuing our BSc (Hons) in Computing course.
Intake Dates
The next intake for this course will be:
- September
Please see the timetable section for course dates.
Course Details
Content
- The Internet
- TCP-IP
- HTTP
- Mark-up Languages
- Server-Client Relationship
- Security
- Web Standards
- HTML5
- CSS
- Client-Side Scripting
- JavaScript
- Mobile Applications
- Responsive Web Design
- Usability
- Interface Design
- User Experience
- User-Centred Design
- Research
- User Analysis
- Wire-framing
- Story-boarding
- Design Principles
Course Contacts
If you have any questions please get in touch with us at [email protected] or 01 415 0429.
Timetables
This course will commence in September 2023 - dates to be confirmed.
Year 2023 - Semester 1, September 2023 to December 2023
Year 2024 - Semester 2, February 2024 to May 2024
1 Evening per week over 24 weeks.
How to Apply
Entry Requirements
Mature Students
If you are 23 years or over from the 1st January of this year, you can apply for this course directly using the College’s online application form.
Under 23 Years
Old Leaving Cert (Pre 2017)
Two Honours Level, Grade C3s or above and four Ordinary Level D3s (subjects to include Maths and a language, English, Irish or another language) or equivalent exam taken.
New Leaving Cert
2 H5 and 4 O6/H7 grades, to include Maths and a language (English, Irish or another language).
English Language
If English is not your native language, you must show that your English level is of a suitable standard. For further information please contact a member of the Admissions Team.
In response to the worldwide closure of English Language Test Centres arising from the Covid-19 pandemic, Griffith College is now accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency. This is a temporary measure for our intakes up to and including February 2022. Please see here for further details.
How to Apply
Directly to Griffith College Short Courses Department
Fees
Annual Fees
Study Mode: Part-Time
Fee: EUR 720.00
Study Mode: Part-Time
Fee: EUR 650.00
