CERTIFICATE IN WEB DESIGN AND WRITING
WELCOME TO OPEN POLYTECHNIC Whether you are looking to improve your career prospects, or learn something new, we can help you achieve your goal. We specialise in open learning – learning that gives you more freedom to decide what you study and where you study. Our courses are specifically designed for delivery by distance, which means you can fit your study around your life. And just because you are learning by distance, doesn’t mean you have to do it alone. You will have access to your tutors and lecturers by email or phone and to other students studying the same course through the Online Campus, the student support section of our website. It is our goal to make sure that you enjoy your study and that you succeed. So welcome to learning for today’s world, and congratulations on taking up the challenge of further education.
Please note that information contained in this brochure may be subject to change without notice.
Key dates TRIMESTER 3, 2014 Enrolments open for 2015
1 November 2014
Enrolments close for Trimester 3
2 November 2014
Trimester 3 officially begins
10 November 2014
Last day for withdrawing (with refund)
7 December 2014
Last day for withdrawing (no refund)
25 January 2015
TRIMESTER 1, 2015 Enrolments close for Trimester 1
17 February 2015
Trimester 1 officially begins
2 March 2015
Last day for withdrawing (with refund)
29 March 2015
Last day for withdrawing (no refund)
24 May 2015
TRIMESTER 2, 2015 Enrolments close for Trimester 2
3 July 2015
Trimester 2 officially begins
13 July 2015
Last day for withdrawing (with refund)
9 August 2015
Last day for withdrawing (no refund)
4 October 2015
TRIMESTER 3, 2015 Enrolments open for 2016
1 November 2015
Enrolments close for Trimester 3
1 November 2015
Trimester 3 officially begins
9 November 2015
Last day for withdrawing (with refund)
6 December 2015
Last day for withdrawing (no refund)
24 January 2016
Note: All fees must be paid before the trimester starts so that we can confirm your enrolment and send you your course materials. If you are planning to pay your fees by student loan, you need to apply to StudyLink at least 4 weeks before the start of the trimester. 1
CERTIFICATE IN WEB DESIGN AND WRITING Qualification code: OP5266 Level: 5 The Certificate in Web Design and Writing will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to research, plan and develop a small functional website for use as either a business or communication tool.
SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN When you have completed this qualification, you will be able to: · work as part of a web design and maintenance project team to produce and maintain a collection of web documents · develop web pages that validate to the latest World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) standard recommendations · use web authoring tools to create websites that are easy to access and navigate · write clear and effective web content by using the right style, tools and techniques · make effective use of the web as a communication tool.
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QUALIFICATION STRUCTURE You need to successfully complete both courses to be awarded the qualification. You can study them in any order. COURSE CODE
COURSE TITLE
CREDITS
71152
Web Design
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72182
Writing for the Web
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QUALIFICATION Once you have completed these two courses you can apply to receive the Level 5 Certificate in Web Design and Writing.
COURSE AVAILABILITY Please visit the qualification page on our website to view course availability.
DELIVERY Both courses are delivered online.
ASSESSMENT You will need to complete in-course assessments which need to be submitted online. There are no examinations. Contact us for more information.
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Course outlines 71152 WEB DESIGN This course will give you the skills needed to design websites that are accessible and easy to navigate. You will learn how to structure web documents using XHTML, control presentation using CSS and follow World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) standard recommendations. The course will allow you to produce and maintain a collection of web documents, and gain an understanding of the team process involved in web design. It will also prepare you for advanced studies in web project management and web programming. Note: To study this course you will need access to a computer with a recent web browser, an HTML editing tool, regular connection to the internet and email access. 72182 WRITING FOR THE WEB This course will give you the skills needed to produce clear, effective content for electronic delivery. You will learn how to analyse a website’s purpose and audience; write persuasive, concise and scannable text in inverted pyramid style; and use keywords for maximum usability and search engine visibility. You will also learn how to evaluate and edit web copy, and how writing for the web differs from writing for other media. Note: To study this course you will need access to a computer, Microsoft Word (or other word processing software) and a stable internet connection.
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General information ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are expected to have basic internet searching, email and file management skills, a basic knowledge of HTML, access to an HTML editing tool, Microsoft Office (or similar word processing software), and the internet with an up-to-date browser version. You also require one of the following: · At least 60 credits at NCEA Level 3. · Passes in Level 5 courses that are recognised in New Zealand. · An overseas qualification assessed to be equivalent to one of these by the programme leader. · Passes in other certificate/diploma qualifications or courses considered appropriate by the programme leader. If you don’t meet these criteria, please contact us. We will then consider the likelihood of you being successful based on your prior learning and/or other qualifications. We recommend that you think carefully about both your previous education achievements and your personal commitments before choosing which programme to enrol in. If this will be your first enrolment at tertiary level, we strongly advise you to think about doing our Certificate in Tertiary Study Skills first. English language English is the language of study at Open Polytechnic. You will need to be able to read and write well in English so that you can understand course materials and also submit written assessments. There are criteria that must be met if English is not your first language. For more information about English language requirements, please call freephone 0508 650 200 or visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/englishlanguage
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Study time All courses have a credit value which helps you work out how much study time you will need. Allow about 10 hours of study per credit. To determine how many hours of study this means each week, divide the total study hours by the enrolment period. For example, if you enrol in a 20-credit course over a trimester (17 weeks), you will need to complete about 11–12 (200 ÷ 17) hours of study per week. FEES Fees are displayed on each course and qualification page on our website. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz and browse our subjects and courses to find the fee information you need. Set texts You will need to buy textbooks for both courses. These are an additional cost and are not included in your course fees. A list of set texts required is on our website at openpolytechnic.ac.nz/textbooks Texts can be bought online via a link on the course page on our website or you can go to vicbooks.co.nz and click on the Open Polytechnic link. Loans, allowances and other funding Student loans and allowances are administered by StudyLink. We recommend that you apply for a student loan at least 4 weeks before the commencement of your study. We cannot confirm your enrolment or send your course materials until your fees have been paid. For more information, or to find out if you’re eligible for a student loan, visit studylink.govt.nz or give StudyLink a call on 0800 88 99 00. Financial assistance We have a fund to help students who are in financial need and have no other option for financial support. This fund is available for course fees and/or set textbooks. Conditions apply. Contact us for more information. See the last page of this brochure for contact details.
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Scholarships We also offer a range of scholarships to support students. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/scholarships for more information. Enrolment You can enrol online from our website. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/howtoenrol for more information. You will be advised if additional information is needed to progress your application, and you can usually complete this online during the application process. Please check the key dates section at the beginning of this brochure for enrolment deadlines for each trimester. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) RPL is the process used to recognise your existing experience and skills in formal qualifications. RPL takes account of work and life experience, or previous education and training courses which may be relevant to your course. You may be able to use RPL to qualify for credits towards papers in a formal qualification with us. If your application is accepted you will need to provide verified evidence that you have met the learning outcomes of the course you are seeking credit for. For more information visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/rpl
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New Zealand students A New Zealand student is any New Zealand citizen, including citizens or permanent residents of the Cook Islands, Tokelau or Niue studying there or in New Zealand; New Zealand residents or New Zealand permanent residents living in New Zealand; and Australian citizens or Australian permanent residents living in New Zealand. For more information contact us – see the last page of this brochure for contact details. International students International students who are residing in New Zealand and studying part-time must have: · a verified work permit/visa. Please note the expiry date must be after the end date of your course, and either · a Variation of Conditions allowing study at Open Polytechnic, or · a letter of authorisation from your employer (on letterhead) confirming that you need to undertake this training as part of your job. International fees must be paid in full at the time of enrolment. Students living overseas Students living overseas are required to contact the programme leader to discuss the limited access to course resources and support before applying to enrol in these courses. Annual administration fee You will need to pay a non-refundable annual administration fee with your first enrolment in each academic year.
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LEARNING SUPPORT Your lecturer You will have a lecturer for each course you study. Your lecturer is there to help you through the course work, make sure you have understood the study material and check your progress. You can contact them on our freephone or by email, fax or letter. Their contact details will be in the information we send you when you enrol. Student information You can find current enrolment and study information on our website including details of our systems and processes and the services we offer. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/studywithus to find out more. Te Wähanga Whakapakari Ako (the Learning Centre) Te Wähanga Whakapakari Ako (the Learning Centre) can help you with a wide range of learning support services and resources. These include: · tips and techniques to help you succeed in online and distance learning · one-to-one consultations with a learning advisor (telephone or email) · StudyWise and ExamWise which are free online study and exam preparation workshops · disability services · a student mentoring programme. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/learningsupport for more information. Te Kura Wänanga (the Mäori Office) Te Kura Wänanga (the Mäori Office) can help you with your learning and cultural needs in a kaupapa Mäori context. We use Mäori values and principles to enhance your learning journey. Visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/maorisupport for more information.
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Online Campus Online Campus is the area of our website where you can: · access and submit assessments · link to web pages specific to your course, including frequently asked questions (FAQ), assessment hints, web resources, staff information and sometimes online quizzes and tutorials · communicate with other students in your course, and with your lecturer · access the library. My Open Polytechnic My Open Polytechnic is our online portal for our students. With My Open Polytechnic you can: · update your details · view your study information · track the status of your materials · access your assessment submission deadlines, marks and final grades for each course · check your account balance · access Online Campus and the library. Once you’re enrolled, you can also keep track of your study information on the go with the My Open Polytechnic smartphone app called My OP. To download the app, search for “My OP” on the App Store (Apple iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android smartphone). These come pre-installed on your smartphone.
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Library We provide a library service for students. There is no additional fee for using it. The library service provides: 路 online resources 路 guides on how to search for information 路 a distance lending service with free and fast delivery 路 information about study techniques. For more information about the library visit openpolytechnic.ac.nz/oplibrary
Further study For information on other courses and qualifications available at Open Polytechnic, visit our website or contact us.
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