Diploma in Web Development

Course Overview

The “Diploma in Web Development” is an extensive six-month program designed to build on the foundational knowledge from the “Certificate in Web Design” course. This program provides advanced training in both front-end and back-end web development, covering a wide range of modern tools, technologies, and best practices.

The course is structured into detailed modules, each focusing on critical aspects of web development, from advanced HTML/CSS and JavaScript to server-side programming, database integration, and full-stack development. Through a blend of interactive lectures, hands-on exercises, and real-world projects, participants will gain the skills needed to design, develop, and maintain professional-quality websites and web applications.

Course Structure

Duration: 6 months
Sessions per week: 3
Hours per session: 2
Total hours: 144

Module 1: Advanced HTML and CSS (16 hours)

Session 1: Advanced HTML Techniques
Semantic HTML5 elements
Accessibility best practices
Advanced form handling
Session 2: Advanced CSS Techniques
CSS Grid and Flexbox for complex layouts
CSS preprocessors (Sass, LESS)
Responsive design principles and media queries
Session 3: CSS Animations and Transitions
Creating animations with CSS
Using keyframes and transitions

Session 4: Hands-On Project: Building a Responsive Website
Applying advanced HTML and CSS techniques
Ensuring accessibility and responsiveness

Module 2: Advanced JavaScript and Front-End Development (24 hours)

Session 5: Advanced JavaScript Concepts
ES6+ features (let/const, arrow functions, template literals)
Understanding closures, promises, and async/await
Session 6: DOM Manipulation and Event Handling
Advanced DOM manipulation techniques
Event delegation and handling
Session 7: JavaScript Frameworks and Libraries
Introduction to React.js
Component-based architecture
State management with Redux
Session 8: Building Single Page Applications (SPAs)
Understanding SPA architecture
Routing and navigation in SPAs
Session 9: Introduction to Other Front-End Frameworks
Overview of Vue.js and Angular
Comparative analysis of frameworks
Session 10: Hands-On Project: Developing a SPA with React
Building a fully functional SPA
Integrating state management and routing

Module 3: Back-End Development with Node.js and Express (24 hours)

Session 11: Introduction to Node.js
Understanding Node.js architecture
Setting up a Node.js environment
Session 12: Building RESTful APIs with Express
Setting up an Express server
Creating and managing routes
Handling requests and responses
Session 13: Database Integration
Introduction to MongoDB
CRUD operations with Mongoose
Connecting Node.js applications to databases
Session 14: Authentication and Authorization
Implementing JWT for authentication
Role-based access control
Session 15: Hands-On Project: Building a RESTful API
Creating a complete API with Node.js and Express
Integrating MongoDB and implementing authentication

Module 4: Full-Stack Development (24 hours)

Session 16: Full-Stack Development Concepts
Understanding full-stack development
Integrating front-end and back-end technologies
Session 17: Building a Full-Stack Application
Setting up the project structure
Connecting front-end and back-end
Session 18: Advanced Full-Stack Techniques
Implementing real-time features with WebSockets
Optimizing performance and scalability
Session 19: Hands-On Full-Stack Project (Part 1)
Planning and designing the project
Developing the front-end components
Session 20: Hands-On Full-Stack Project (Part 2)
Developing the back-end components
Integrating front-end and back-end
Session 21: Hands-On Full-Stack Project (Part 3)
Testing and debugging the application
Preparing for deployment

Module 5: Web Performance Optimization and Security (24 hours)

Session 22: Web Performance Optimization
Techniques for optimising web performance
Lazy loading, caching, and code splitting
Session 23: Advanced Performance Techniques
Analysing performance with browser developer tools
Optimising network performance and load times
Session 24: Web Security Best Practices
Understanding common web security threats (XSS, CSRF)
Implementing security measures in web applications
Session 25: Advanced Security Techniques
Secure authentication and authorisation
Protecting against SQL injection and other vulnerabilities
Session 26: Hands-On Performance and Security Project
Applying performance optimisation techniques
Implementing security best practices

Module 6: DevOps and Deployment (16 hours)

Session 27: Introduction to DevOps
Understanding DevOps principles
Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
Session 28: Version Control with Git and GitHub
Using Git for version control
Collaboration with GitHub
Session 29: Containerization with Docker
Introduction to Docker and Containerization
Building and deploying Docker containers
Session 30: Deploying Applications to the Cloud
Overview of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Deploying applications with Docker on cloud platforms
Session 31: Hands-On Project: Setting Up a CI/CD Pipeline
Implementing a CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions
Deploying a web application to the cloud using Docker

 

Module 7: Capstone Project and Professional Development (16 hours)

Session 32: Project Planning and Design
Selecting a project topic
Planning and designing the project
Session 33: Project Development
Implementing the project
Integrating various web development concepts
Session 34: Project Development (continued)
Debugging and testing the project
Preparing for presentation
Session 35: Project Presentation and Review
Presenting the project to peers and instructors
Receiving feedback and making improvements
Session 36: Building a Professional Portfolio
Creating a personal portfolio website
Showcasing projects and skills

Conclusion

The “Diploma in Web Development” program provides a comprehensive and advanced understanding of web development principles, tools, and techniques. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, learners will develop the skills needed to design, develop, and maintain professional-quality websites and web applications. By the end of the course, participants will be well-equipped to tackle real-world web development challenges and advance their careers in the field of web development.

Join us at CTTI and embark on a transformative journey to mastering web development.