COURSE INFORMATION
Course Title: WEB TECHNOLOGIES AND PROGRAMMING
Code Course Type Regular Semester Theory Practice Lab Credits ECTS
CEN 311 B 5 3 0 2 4 6
Academic staff member responsible for the design of the course syllabus (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) Dr. Florenc Skuka fskuka@epoka.edu.al
Main Course Lecturer (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours: M.Sc. Ervis Trupja etrupja@epoka.edu.al
Second Course Lecturer(s) (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours: M.Sc. Olsi Shehu oshehu@epoka.edu.al
Language: English
Compulsory/Elective: Compulsory
Study program: (the study for which this course is offered) Bachelor in Computer Engineering (3 years)
Classroom and Meeting Time:
Teaching Assistant(s) and Office Hours: NA
Code of Ethics: Code of Ethics of EPOKA University
Regulation of EPOKA University "On Student Discipline"
Attendance Requirement:
Course Description: Introduction to Client Side and Server Side. An overview on HTML, CSS, client-server architecture, protocols such as HTTP, tools such as web, application, database, FTP, secure shell server. Application development using scripting languages. An overview in web servers and their services, how to configure them. A knowledge on PHP Programming, PHP variables, Functions, Object Oriented Techniques and database connectivity from PHP. Understanding other scripting languages such as CGI, JSP and other server-side languages. Session management, multimedia and graphics, application security, XML. Learning how to interactively use PHP with JavaScript and AJAX.
Course Objectives: Introduction to Client Side and Server Side. An overview on HTML, CSS, client-server architecture, protocols such as HTTP, tools such as web, application, database, FTP, secure shell server. Application development using scripting languages. An overview in web servers and their services, how to configure them. A knowledge on PHP Programming, PHP variables, Functions, Object Oriented Techniques and database connectivity from PHP. Understanding other scripting languages such as CGI, JSP and other server-side languages. Session management, multimedia and graphics, application security, XML. Learning how to interactively use PHP with JavaScript and AJAX.
BASIC CONCEPTS OF THE COURSE
1 HTML
2 CSS
3 JavaScript
4 HttpRequests and HttpResponses
5 PHP to develop API Endpoints
6 MySQL Database to store data
7 Github to manage code
COURSE OUTLINE
Week Topics
1 Introduction to Web Programming
2 Client Side Development: HTML
3 Client Side Development: CSS
4 Client Side Development: JavaScript I
5 Client Side Development: JavaScript II
6 Client Side Development: DOM and JQuery
7 Client Side Development: AJAX
8 Midterm
9 Server Side Development: Introduction to PHP
10 Server Side Development: Forms, File Management and Error Handling
11 Server Side Development: Object Oriented PHP
12 Server Side Development: Rest API Endpoints
13 Server Side Development: Session Management and Database
14 Server Side Development: Security with Authentication and Authorization
Prerequisite(s):
Textbook(s): 1) Sams Teach Yourself PHP, MySQL & JavaScript All in One, Sixth Edition, Julie C. Meloni, Pearson 2018 2) Internet & World Wide Web How to Program, 5th Edition, 2012, Deitel and Deitel, Pearson Education, Inc
Additional Literature:
Laboratory Work: Yes
Computer Usage: Yes
Others: No
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
1 Recognize the importance of building web applications
2 Recognize the differences between client-side and server-side web applications
3 Understand types of HttpRequests and HttpResponses
4 Apply and assess basic web technologies and concepts
5 Develop web applications using scripting languages
6 Analyse and combine client-side with server-side web applications
7 Understand how Git and Github is used to manage code
COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO... PROGRAM COMPETENCIES
(Blank : no contribution, 1: least contribution ... 5: highest contribution)
No Program Competencies Cont.
Bachelor in Computer Engineering (3 years) Program
1 Engineering graduates with sufficient theoretical and practical background for a successful profession and with application skills of fundamental scientific knowledge in the engineering practice. 5
2 Engineering graduates with skills and professional background in describing, formulating, modeling and analyzing the engineering problem, with a consideration for appropriate analytical solutions in all necessary situations 5
3 Engineering graduates with the necessary technical, academic and practical knowledge and application confidence in the design and assessment of machines or mechanical systems or industrial processes with considerations of productivity, feasibility and environmental and social aspects. 3
4 Engineering graduates with the practice of selecting and using appropriate technical and engineering tools in engineering problems, and ability of effective usage of information science technologies. 5
5 Ability of designing and conducting experiments, conduction data acquisition and analysis and making conclusions. 4
6 Ability of identifying the potential resources for information or knowledge regarding a given engineering issue. 5
7 The abilities and performance to participate multi-disciplinary groups together with the effective oral and official communication skills and personal confidence. 5
8 Ability for effective oral and official communication skills in foreign language. 5
9 Engineering graduates with motivation to life-long learning and having known significance of continuous education beyond undergraduate studies for science and technology. 5
10 Engineering graduates with well-structured responsibilities in profession and ethics. 5
11 Engineering graduates who are aware of the importance of safety and healthiness in the project management, workshop environment as well as related legal issues. 3
12 Consciousness for the results and effects of engineering solutions on the society and universe, awareness for the developmental considerations with contemporary problems of humanity. 3
COURSE EVALUATION METHOD
Method Quantity Percentage
Homework
5
3
Midterm Exam(s)
1
30
Project
1
15
Final Exam
1
40
Total Percent: 100%
ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD)
Activities Quantity Duration(Hours) Total Workload(Hours)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours) 16 4 64
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 16 3 48
Mid-terms 1 13 13
Assignments 5 2 10
Final examination 1 15 15
Other 0
Total Work Load:
150
Total Work Load/25(h):
6
ECTS Credit of the Course:
6
CONCLUDING REMARKS BY THE COURSE LECTURER

In conclusion, this comprehensive overview lays a solid foundation in both client-side and server-side technologies, covering essential aspects from HTML and CSS to more complex topics like application security and database connectivity. It equips learners with the skills to develop dynamic and secure web applications using various scripting languages, with a particular focus on PHP and its interaction with JavaScript and AJAX for creating interactive user experiences. This knowledge paves the way for further exploration and mastery in web development, enabling developers to build robust, efficient, and user-friendly web applications.