Course Outline
With the growth of the Internet
almost every company now has a
web presence. In addition to this,
web technologies are used
extensively within most organisations
for the sharing of information
internally.
This means that skills learned on the
Web Design module of the Business
IT Diplomas range can be used
across a huge range of companies
and industries.
In this Diploma not only will you be
prepared for the demands of today’s
fast-paced business environments
by learning a broad range of
Microsoft Office skills, but you will
also become skilled in the main web
design software program.
Together with these skills and
experience, this diploma can lead to
a successful career as a web
support technician leading on to a
web designer or other specialist
within this environment. In this area
of business, skilled people are highly
valued and the best jobs are sought
after and well paid.
Learning these Business IT and Web
Design skills is easy with Pitman
Training. Our tried and trusted
methods are the best available. You
will work at your own pace in our
comfortable premises, helped
by experienced tutors as required.
You choose your own hours and
keep the reference materials when
the course is over.
On completion, you will receive
a Pitman Training Diploma that is
recognised nationally and
internationally by employers.
BUSIINESS IIT DIIPLOMA
WIITH WEB DESIIGN
COURSE OUTLIINE
The impact of the Internet on
our personal and business lives
is immense. Learning these skills
will give you your passport to a
career anywhere on the
World Wide Web.
Business IT Diploma with Web Design
Core Subjects
Computer Keyboard Skills
Learn how to touch type accurately,
using the correct keyboard technique.
This may help to reduce the risk of RSI
(repetitive strain injury).
or
Keyboard Speed Development
Develop your typing speed to improve
productivity using graded
copying exercises and timed dictations.
A number of stages are
available, taking you up to a speed of 70
wpm.
Effective Business Communication
Learn how to communicate effectively in
business by letter, email, telephone and
by presentation. This will cover correct
use of grammar, punctuation, principles
of letter writing and
CV writing.
Introduction to HTML
Learn to create a website using the
programming language HTML
(hypertext mark-up language).
Dreamweaver
Learn to create a website using the
most popular industry standard web
design program, inserting text, images,
adding backgrounds, creating links and
anchors, creating tables and creating
frame sets.
Microsoft Word
Learn word processing skills to a good
business standard. This will enable you
to create professional looking
documents, produce tables, insert
pictures and much more.
or
Microsoft Word Expert
Learn advanced word processing skills
including mail merge, creating graphs,
creating and running macros, creating
an index, table of contents and more.
Microsoft Excel
Learn spreadsheet skills to a good
business standard. This course will
enable you to create a spreadsheet,
enter data, formulas and functions;
create charts and more.
or
Microsoft Excel Expert
Learn advanced spreadsheet skills,
covering areas such as importing and
exporting data, creating and using
templates, linking workbooks, data
management, using analysis tools and
pivot tables.
Microsoft PowerPoint
Gain competency in creating slide
presentations. Areas covered include
formatting, inserting tables, pictures,
sound and hyperlinks; applying
transition and timing effects.
or
Introduction to Photoshop
Edit and create images for use in print
and on the web using this popular
application.
Microsoft Outlook
Learn how to share, manage and
schedule information electronically.
Covers the use of email, electronic
calendar, scheduling meetings and
appointments; creating and assigning
tasks and creating address lists.
Microsoft Access
Develop database skills from initial
design stage. Covers the
creation of tables, reports, queries and
forms, relationships,
wizards and more.
Guideline Learning Time
6 weeks’ full-time or 180 hours’ flexi
study
(full-time is based on approx 20-30
hours a week)
Students should discuss all options
with a course advisor.