Ajax - DIT 36005
| DIT 36005 | 30 hours |
Ajax is the combination of several technologies already acquired in the ISSD program. In this 30 hour block, students will become familiar with the XMLHttpRequest object and learn how to create seamless interaction between the user and the server.
Programs:
Prerequisites
- Must understand the fundamentals of programming (functions, objects, arrays, etc.)
- Must have an understanding of HTML/XHTML
- Must have an understanding of basic JavaScript
- Should have an understanding of a server-side scripting language like PHP ASP Java, or a similar technology
- The basic ability to read, write and parse XML using JavaScript would be an asset
- Should be comfortable using the Web Developer Toolbar extension for Firefox
Outcomes:
- Create more responsive web applications using Ajax
- Understand the details of the XMLHttpRequest object
- Exchange data using XML, JSON, and HTML formats
- Apply unobtrusive JavaScript to existing web sites
- Debug applications using modern tools
- Be comfortable using the jQuery library
Additional Comments:
Course Format
This course follows a lecture format. During class time, we will present material, draw your attention to key points that you should pay attention to, answer questions you may have, and manage class discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises.
There are often daily quizzes or assignments. It is the responsibility of the student to be on time and to get copies of any assignments missed due to absence. Missed quizzes cannot be made up, unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor and IT coordinator.
Students are strongly advised to use the reference material. For every hour of class time the student should budget at least an hour of self study to cover all the material in this course.
Only material that is covered in class lectures will be testable.
Notice
The contents of this page are given as a guideline only and are subject to change.
