Unit IT302: Coding and Website Development

Unit code: H/650/1909

RQF level: 3

Unit Aim

The aim of this unit is to enable learners to understand the fundamental processes involved in developing simple programmes and applications as well as details of basic website design.

Learning Outcomes, and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcomes When awarded credit for this unit, a student will:	Assessment Criteria Assessment of this learning outcome will require a student to demonstrate that they can:
1. Understand the purpose and types of coding.	1.1 Identify popular programming languages that are used within computer systems. 1.2 Differentiate between high level and lowlevel programming languages. 1.3 Explain how principles of computer programming are applied in different languages to produce software applications
2. Understand web architecture and components.	2.1 Explain the web architecture and components that t enable internet and web functionality 2.2 Analyse the security risks and protection mechanisms involved in website performance.
3. Be able to create interactive websites	3.1 Create or modify components of websites to meet business needs. 3.2 Explain the way in which a website meets the defined requirements and achieves the defined purpose.