In this assessment you will have opportunities to provide evidence against the following criteria.
Indicate the page numbers where the evidence can be found.
Criteria reference To achieve the criteria the evidence must show that the learner is able to: Task no. Evidence
P1 outline the web architecture and components which enable internet and web functionality 1 Report
P2 explain the user side and server side factors that influence the performance of a website 2 Report
P3 explain the security risks and protection mechanisms involved in website performance 2 Report
P4 using appropriate design tools, design an interactive website to meet a client need 3 Storyboard,
Pseudocode,
Navigation map
P5 create an interactive website to meet a client need. 4 Annotated Screenshots, code printouts
M1 explain the role of web architecture in website communications 1 Report
M2 explain the tools and techniques used in the creation of an interactive website 3 Report
M3 improve the effectiveness of a website on the basis of a client review. 4 Report with screenshots
D1 explain the role of the TCP/IP protocol and how it links to application layer protocols 1 Report
D2 discuss the techniques that can be used on web pages to aid user access to information 3 Report
D3 demonstrate that a created website meets the defined requirements and achieves the defined purpose. 4 Report
Learner declaration
I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own. I have clearly referenced any sources used in the work. I understand that false declaration is a form of malpractice.
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Assignment brief
Qualification BTEC Extended Diploma in IT
Purpose of this assignment
To design and produce a website
Scenario
You have started a new job as a Trainee Web Developer. During your probationary period you will be tested to prove that you are good enough to be kept on. You have also been given a task to produce a website for a company that sells software online.
Task 1
Your line manager has given you the task to write a report on the following aspects of website technologies.
Outline the web architecture and components which enable internet and web functionality.
You will need to discuss in detail the various stages and processes that information must pass through to get from server to screen. [P1]
When discussing website communications, describe in detail how information is moved around and shared. Make sure you refer to web 2.0. [M1]
Explain the role of the TCP/IP protocol and how it links to application layer protocols. [D1]
This provides evidence for [P1,M1,D1]
Task 2
Explain the user side and server side factors that influence the performance of a website.
Explain the security risks and protection mechanisms involved in website performance.
This provides evidence for [ P2, P3]
Task 3
You have been given the task of designing a website for a software company called Softlite. The website will allow the company to sell its four software products, an antivirus called The Guardian, a graphics drawing tool called Construct, a database called Store and a compiler called Devsoft.
The website will have a home page that describes each of the products; a subscription page where users can enter their details to receive a newsletter; a sales page which allows a visitor to select products to buy followed by a message box showing a summary of the purchases with the total amount for the purchases.
The sales page should have validation to test when a visitor attempts to buy without selecting any item. You will use HTML, CSS and JavaScript to build the pages and your designs should include these elements.
Using appropriate design tools, design the interactive website to meet the client’s need. [P4]
Explain the tools and techniques used in the creation of the interactive website.[M2]
Discuss the techniques that you have used and can be used on web pages to aid user access to information.[D2]
This provides evidence for [P4, M2, D2]
Task 4
Create the interactive website you designed previously to meet the client’s need. [P5]
Give the website to three people to use and comment about its effectiveness. You should create a questionnaire for those reviewing your website.
Make the necessary changes to improve the effectiveness of your website on the basis of the review. [M3]
Finally, demonstrate that your created website meets the defined requirements and achieves the purpose defined in the brief. [D3]
This provides evidence for [P5,M3,D3]
Evidence checklist
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