HTML and CSS | Firebrand Training

Overview

This accelerated CertiPort HTML and CSS , Information Technology Specialist program is a way for students validate entry level IT skills sought after by employers. The IT Specialist program is aimed at candidates who are considering or just beginning a path to a career in information technology.

Candidates for this exam will demonstrate that they can structure a webpage using HTML elements and create and apply styles using CSS.

At the end of this course, you’ll achieve your CertiPort HTML and CSS certification.

Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology you’ll certify at twice the speed of traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

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Audience

Candidates for this exam will demonstrate that they can structure a webpage using HTML elements and create and apply styles using CSS.

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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

CertiPort HTML and CSS

HTML Fundamentals

1.1 Construct markup that uses metadata elements

• script, noscript, style, link, meta tags (encoding, keywords, viewport, and description)

.2 Construct well-formed page markup

• DOCTYPE declaration, html, head, body, proper syntax, closing tags and commonly used symbols

2. CSS Fundamentals

2.1 Analyze and implement inline styles, internal (embedded) style sheets, and external style sheets

• When to use inline styles, internal (embedded) style sheets, or external style sheets; precedence when using a combination of inline styles and style sheets

2.2 Construct and analyze rule sets

• Valid syntax for the CSS rule set, selectors (class, id, elements, and pseudoclass)

3. Document Structure using HTML

3.1 Construct and analyze markup to structure content and organize data

• Table tags (table, tr, th, td), h1-h6, p, br, hr, div, span, ul, ol, li 3.2 Construct and analyze markup that uses HTML5 semantic elements

• Semantic tags (header, nav, section, article, aside, footer, details, summary, figure, caption)

3.3 Construct and analyze markup that implements navigation

• target, anchor (a href), bookmark, relative vs. absolute links, navigating simple folder hierarchies, map, area 3.4 Construct and analyze markup that uses form elements

• Form attributes, action, method, submission methods, input types and restrictions, select, textarea, button, option, label

4. Multimedia Presentation using HTML

4.1 Construct and analyze markup that displays images

• img and picture elements and their attributes

4.2 Construct and analyze markup that plays video and audio

• video, audio, track, source, iframe

5. Webpage Styling using CSS

5.1 Construct and analyze styles that position content

• Positioning (float, relative, absolute, static, and fixed) max-width, overflow, height, width, align, display, inline vs. block, visibility, box model, margins and padding

5.2 Construct and analyze styles that format text

• font-family, color, font-style, font-size, font-weight, font-variant, link colors, text formatting, text alignment, text decoration, indentation, line-height, word-wrap, and letter-spacing

5.3 Construct and analyze styles that format backgrounds and borders

• border-color, border-style, border-width, background properties, colors

5.4 Construct and analyze styles that create a simple responsive layout

• Units of measurement (percentages, pixels, em, vw, vh), viewport and media query, frameworks and templates, working with breakpoints, grids

6. Accessibility, Readability, and Testing

6.1 Construct well-formed HTML and CSS markup that conforms to industry best practices

• Reusing rules and rule sets, commenting, web-safe fonts, cross-platform usability, separation of structure (HTML) and style (CSS)

6.2 Apply accessibility principles and evaluate content accessibility

• Text alternatives, color contrast and usage, legibility of typography, tab order, text resizing, text hierarchy, translate 6.3 Evaluate the structural integrity of HTML and CSS markup

• Syntax errors, tag mismatch, cascading issues

Exam Track

As part of your accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

35 - 45 MCQ

Duration - 50 Minutes

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Candidates are expected to have at least 150 hours of instruction or hands-on experience with HTML and CSS, be familiar with their features and capabilities, and understand how to write, debug, and maintain well-formed HTML and CSS code.

To be successful on the test, the candidate is also expected to have the following prerequisite knowledge and skills:

8th grade reading skills
Basic computer skills and operating system functionality
Critical thinking skills

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
19/2/2024 (Monday)	20/2/2024 (Tuesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	25/6/2024 (Tuesday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	6/8/2024 (Tuesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	17/9/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
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Certiport - HTML and CSS