

Students will also create mobile phone and tablet friendly websites using modern mobile-first responsive web development techniques. Labs and exercises focus on how to build fluid layouts using CSS flexbox and grid. There is a brief introduction to JavaScript and the concept of the DOM (Document Object Model). Information architecture, and basic interactivity using web forms will also be discussed. In addition to learning the foundational web scripting languages, students receive an introduction to web interface design concepts. Students are shown how to hand code web pages according to W3C standards using HTML plus style text and content with CSS. COMP 1850 is the foundation for several advanced web courses in BCIT Computing. This hands-on course provides an introduction to basic web technologies, including scripting with HTML5 and CSS3.

Upon successful completion, students will be able to configure, maintain and secure a Windows 11 PC in a networked environment. It is the prerequisite for COMP 1516, COMP 1630, COMP 1850, and COMP 2010. COMP 1002 is a required course for Computer Systems Certificate (CSC) and several Associate Certificates. Participants must provide their own current PC device (Windows, Mac, or Linux, or some Chromebooks). Attendance, participation in class and the BCIT Learning Hub are mandatory, plus there is significant homework. There will be a brief comparison to Windows 10, Linux and MacOS, including practise with a Linux distribution. Hands-on exercises and labs include applied experience with all aspects of the course. Networking, user management and Windows 11 configuration are also discussed. Topics include: An introduction to PC hardware, functions of an operating system (OS), file and disk management, backing up and protecting data, troubleshooting, security, privacy, malware and firewalls. Exercises reinforce best practices to use and manage a Microsoft Windows 11 PC, Students are provided with remote access to a virtual Windows 11 lab computer. COMP 1002 focuses on how a Personal Computer (PC) system works. This hands-on course or equivalent knowledge is assumed for all follow-on COMP courses in BCIT Computing Flexible Learning programs.

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