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Metropolitan Community College
INFO 1315 ‐ Cascading Style Sheets
Course Syllabus – Spring 2009
COURSE IDENTIFICATION
Title: ‐ Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Prefix/Section: ‐ INFO 1315.SA
Begins/Ends: ‐ March 10 – May 19, 2009
Meeting Day/Time: ‐ Tuesdays, 8:00AM – 12:00PM
Class Location: ‐ Sarpy Campus, Room 222
Last Day to Withdraw: ‐ May 4 (M)
Lab Location/Hours: ‐ ARC Centers: http://www.mccneb.edu/arc/locations.asp
Course Web Address: ‐ http://www.mccinfo.net/INFO1315/
CONTACT INFORMATION
Instructor Name: ‐ Tania Kuisma
Office Location: ‐ Fort Campus, Building 8, Room 203
Office Telephone: ‐ 457‐2452
Office Hours: ‐ Tuesdays 12:00 – 3:00pm (Sarpy 221/222)
‐ Wednesdays 3:00 – 5:00pm (Sarpy 221/222)
‐ Thursdays 5:00 – 6:00pm (EVC 125)
Email Address: ‐ tkuisma@mccneb.edu
Academic Program Area: ‐ Information Technology and E‐Learning
Dean’s Telephone: ‐ Tom Pensabene, 402‐457‐2660
COURSE INFORMATION
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course focuses on the syntax and proper use of cascading style sheets in web development. The student
expands the skills learned in INFO1311 by incorporating cascading style sheets into their HTML documents.
This course covers the advantages that style sheets have over HTML, as well as, how style sheets are used to
increase the web site's accessibility to alternate browsers, operating systems, platforms and to those with
disabilities.
COURSE PREREQUISITES:
INFO1311
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to do the following:
1. Understand Structured Markup and valid XHTML
2. Understand Cascading Style Sheet theory
3. Write Cascading Style Sheets
4. Use Cascading Style Sheets to control typography
5. Use Cascading Style Sheets to control Color, Background and Borders
6. Control the layout of a Web document using Cascading Style Sheets
7. Reconstruct a table‐based layout to a Cascading Style Sheet‐based layout
REQUIRED & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS:
Textbook: Cascading Style Sheets‐The Designer's Edge
Author: Molly E. Holzschlag
Publisher: Sybex
ISBN: 0‐7821‐4184‐6
Software: Simple text editor software such as Notepad or Simple Text
FTP Client software (the college currently uses CoreFTP)
Other: USB Flash Drive
CLASS STRUCTURE:
The format of this class is a traditional classroom delivery. We will meet on a weekly basis for a lecture and in‐
class activities. There will be some work that will need to be completed outside of class, which will require you
to have access to a computer. You do not need to have Internet access to complete this work. You will need a
computer that has some type of text editor software available.
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT WORK
TYPES OF ASSESSMENT/ASSIGNMENTS:
1. Assignments and Project
a. Homework assignments, a midterm exam, and a final project will be completed. You will need a
computer that has some type of text editor software available to complete these assignments.
Computers in the computer labs on campus are equipped with the necessary software.
b. Assignments turned in late will lose 10% per class day that an assignment is late. No
assignments will be accepted after the test has been given.
c. Assignments will be returned to the students within a reasonable time period after the
assignment is handed in.
d. It is the student’s responsibility to keep a backup of any assignments that are turned in or
placed on the student Web server. All student Web sites will be deleted at the end of the
quarter. Additional server guidelines are available at
http://www.mccinfo.net/webresources/server_guidelines.htm
e. Tests will be graded and reviewed with the students and kept by the instructor for one year.
f. Student tests, papers, projects, etc. that were graded by faculty for determining the final grade
and were not returned to the student will be kept for one year.
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GRADING POLICY:
Final Grades will be determined using the following criteria:
Assignments 7 @ 50 pts each) 350
Midterm Exam 100
Final Project 200
Total 650
A 585 ‐ 650
B 520 ‐ 584
C 455 – 519
D 390 ‐ 454
F Below 389
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING PROGRAM:
Metropolitan Community College is committed to continuous improvement of teaching and learning. You may
be asked to help us to accomplish this objective. For example, you may be asked to respond to surveys or
questionnaires. In other cases, tests or assignments you are required to do for this course may be shared with
faculty and used for assessment purposes.
INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS
ATTENDANCE/PARTICIPATION POLICY:
1. Attendance Policy
a. Excessive absences or unsatisfactory progress will subject the student to administrative
withdrawal from the course. If a student should miss a class for any reason, he/she is expected
to cover the material he/she missed on his/her own. All work must be made up to the
satisfaction of the instructor. Class assignments and labs can be printed from the course
website.
2. Portable Electronic Devices Usage
a. In order to minimize disruption of class, please place your phone/pager on vibrate‐only while
you are in the classroom. If your phone/pager does not have a vibrate‐only feature, please turn
it off. Calls/pages should be answered/made before or after class.
b. Portable electronic devices may not be used for any assessment unless approved by the
instructor. The Internet may be used as part of an in‐class exercise or assignment and the
instructor reserves the right to have all PCs shutdown if surfing interferes with the management
of the class.
COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS:
When you communicate with others in this course, you must follow the Student Code of Conduct
(http://www.mccneb.edu/catalog/studentinformation.asp), which calls for responsible and cooperative
behavior. Please think critically, ask questions, and challenge ideas, but also show respect for the opinions of
others, respond to them politely, and maintain the confidentiality of thoughts expressed in the class. You may
also wish to review information at http://www.albion.com/netiquette/.html.
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ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT:
Students are reminded that materials they use as sources for classwork may be subject to copyright
protection. Additional information about copyright is provided on the library website at
http://www.mccneb.edu/library or by your instructor. In response to incidents of student dishonesty
(cheating, plagiarism, etc.), the College imposes specific actions that may include receiving a failing grade on a
test, failure in the course, suspension from the College, or dismissal from the College. Disciplinary procedures
are available in the Advising/Counseling Centers or at http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/V‐
4_Student_Conduct_and_Discipline.pdf.
STUDENT WITHDRAWAL:
If you cannot participate in and complete this course, you should officially withdraw by calling Central
Registration at 402‐457‐5231 or 1‐800‐228‐9553. Failure to officially withdraw will result in either an
instructor withdrawal (IW) or failing (F) grade. The last date to withdraw is noted in the CLASS IDENTIFICATION
section of this syllabus.
LEARNING SUPPORT
MCC's Academic Resource Centers, Math Centers, and Writing Centers offer friendly, supportive learning
environments that can help students achieve educational success. Staff members in these centers provide free
drop‐in assistance with basic computing, reading, math, and writing skills. Self‐paced, computer‐assisted
instructional support in reading, vocabulary, typing, English as a Second Language, and online course
orientation is also available.
Detailed information about the Academic Resource, Math, and Writing Centers is in the Student Handbook,
College Catalog, and online at http://www.mccneb.edu/arc/.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:
If you have a disability that may substantially limit your ability to participate in this class, please contact a
Disability Support Services Counselor located in the Student Services Office on each campus. Metropolitan
Community College will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with documented qualifying
disabilities. However, it is the student’s responsibility to request accommodations. For further information,
please visit http://www.mccneb.edu/dss/ and/or contact Student Services.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
For assistance with student email, passwords, and most other MCC technology, contact the Help Desk at 457‐
2900 or mcchelpdesk@mccneb.edu.
TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:
By using the information technology systems at MCC (including the computer systems and phones), you
acknowledge and consent to the conditions of use as set forth in the Metropolitan Community College
Procedures Memorandum on Acceptable Use of Information Technology and Resources. It is your
responsibility as a student to be familiar with these procedures. The full text of the Procedures Memorandum
may be found at the following website: http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/X‐
15_Technology_Resources_Use.pdf.
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SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS ‐ NOTICE: This syllabus sets forth a tentative schedule of class topics, learning
activities, and expected learning outcomes. However, the instructor reserves the right to modify this schedule
to enhance learning for students. Any modifications will not substantially change the intent or objectives of
this course and will conform to the policies and guidelines of Metropolitan Community College.
All handouts, assignments, and supplemental material can be found at the course site
http://www.mccinfo.net/info1315
Week/ Topic Chapter Assignments
Date
Week 1 Review Syllabus Handouts Assignment 1
3/10 XHTML Rules
Create New Template
Access Your Student Web Site
Web Development Process – Phase 1
Week 2 Understanding Structured Markup Chapter 1 Assignment 2
3/17 Discuss Final Project ‐‐ Client Survey
Week 3 Learning CSS Theory Chapter 2 Assignment 3
3/24 Writing CSS Chapter 3
Week 4 CSS Typography Chapter 4 Assignment 4
3/31
Week 5 CSS for Print Media Handouts Assignment 5
4/7 Design for the Non‐Designer
Week 6 Midterm Exam
4/14
Week 7 Color, Backgrounds, and Borders Chapter 5 Assignment 6
4/21 Web Development Process ‐‐ Phase 2
Week 8 Working with CSS Layouts Chapter 6 Assignment 7
4/31
Week 9 Reconstruct a Table‐Based Site Chapter 7 Work on Final
5/5 Web Development Process ‐‐ Phase 3 Project
Week 10 Final Project Wrap‐up Work On Final
5/12 Project
Week 11 Final Project Due
5/19
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Student Services Important Dates
2009 SPRING
March 05, 2009 – May 21, 2009
Tuition Payment Deadline ........................................................................... February 9 (M)
Spring Quarter Begins .................................................................................... March 05 (TH)
.
First Day for Faculty to Initiate Instructor Withdrawal ............................ First class session
Spring Recess (College Closed) ......................................................... April 11 – 12 (Sa – Su)
Spring and Summer Term Graduation Application Deadline ............................ April 01 (W)
In‐service Day (no classes) ................................................................................ April 02 (TH)
Fall Priority Registration begins ......................................................................... May 02 (Sa)
Annual Graduation Ceremony ............................................................................. May 9 (Sa)
Fall General Registration begins ........................................................................ May 16 (Sa)
Winter Term “I” Grades Due ............................................................................. May 16 (Sa)
Last Day of Spring Classes .................................................................................. May 21 (TH)
Grades Due and Posted to WebAdvisor ................................................. May 23 (Sa) 5 p.m.
Memorial Day Recess (College Closed) ............................................... May 23 – 25 (Sa – M)
The Last Day to Drop for grades is also the last day for the Instructor to initiate an Instructor Withdrawal (IW)
and for students to change from Credit to Audit or Audit to Credit with instructor approval. Students must
drop by this date to avoid being assigned a grade of “F”. NOTE: “Last day to drop” refers to grades only.
To view the Last Day to Drop specific to your course section, go to the online class schedule at
http://www.mccneb.edu/schedule/classschedule.asp and click on the Important Dates next to the course.
The Refund drop dates for each course section are automatically calculated based on the start and end dates
and the number of sessions for the course. NOTE: Refer to refund policy below to determine the last day to
receive a refund for your course.
REFUND POLICY
Eligibility for a refund is automatically calculated by the date of the withdrawal. The amount of refund is based
on the number of class meetings held prior to the withdrawal compared to the total number of scheduled
sessions for the course.
For refund or account questions call: (402) 457‐2405 or 1‐800‐228‐9553, extension 2405.
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