MultiplatformUse(SCQFlevel8).PDF

Higher National Unit specification: general information Unit title: Software Development: Developing Websites for Multiplatform Use (SCQF level 8) Unit code: H1J9 35 Superclass: CB Publication date: April 2014 Source: Scottish Qualifications Authority Version: 03 Unit purpose This Unit is designed to develop a broad knowledge of the concepts, principles, boundaries and scope of software development using client and server-side scripting languages for optimised website production. These will be reinforced by developing the practical skills required in using industry structures and the features of scripting languages in the creation of software solutions to interactive web based problems. The similarities between scripting and traditional/Object Oriented Programming (OOP) languages will be highlighted. This Unit forms part of an HN Computing Group Award, although it can also be used as a standalone Unit by candidates wishing to acquire software development skills using scripting languages required for a range of device usage. On completion of the Unit the candidate should be able to: 1 Describe the scripting features used in the development of websites optimised for multiplatform use. 2 Design a website for specified devices using the principles of software planning and design. 3 Use appropriate tools and techniques to optimise websites developed for specified devices. 4 Utilise server-side scripting including database processing of requests. H1J9 35, Software Development: Developing Websites for Multiplatform Use (SCQF level 8) 1 General information (cont) Recommended prior knowledge and skills Access to this Unit will be at the discretion of the centre, however it is recommended that candidates have prior experience of using computer systems or studied a programming language at NQ level. This may be evi