Course Title: Develop web site information architecture

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C6068 Advanced Diploma of Computer Science

Course Title: Develop web site information architecture

Portfolio: SEH Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 30

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Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

COSC5293C

City Campus

TAFE

155T Vocational Health and Sciences

Face-to-Face

Term1 2010,
Term2 2011

Course Contact: Christina Norwood

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4931

Course Contact Email: christina.norwood@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

This course explores the components of Information Architecture as it applies to web sites – categorization, labelling, navigation, and search. It explores the different schemes available for categorizing information, possible site structures, and various forms of navigation available on web sites.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Co-requisites
COSC 5290C Design dynamic websites
COSC 5291C Build a document using extensible mark-up language
COSC 5292C Create dynamic web pages



National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

ICAITAD146A Develop web site information architecture

Elements:

Develop navigation system

Identify content needs

Plan content structure

Test and sign off


Learning Outcomes


Overview of Assessment

The student must demonstrate an understanding of all elements of the competency to be deemed competent.
Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including skills tests, extended assignment work, and a final written theory exam