Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Summer 2021 - CMPT 470 E100

Web-based Information Systems (3)

Class Number: 3192

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 12 – Aug 9, 2021: Thu, 5:30–8:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Aug 11, 2021
    Wed, 7:00–10:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    (CMPT 275 or CMPT 276) and CMPT 354, with a minimum grade of C-.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

This course examines: two-tier/multi-tier client/server architectures; the architecture of a Web-based information system; web servers/browser; programming/scripting tools for clients and servers; database access; transport of programming objects; messaging systems; security; and applications (such as e-commerce and on-line learning).

COURSE DETAILS:

This course will examine the architecture and technology of web-based information systems in a variety of application contexts. It will focus on the server-side development techniques and technologies. It will also serve as a practical introduction to the installation, configuration and operation of secure web services. A practical knowledge of client-side development tools will be an asset.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Topics

  • Web server configuration.
  • WWW design issues; HTTP.
  • Web as remote user interface in distributed computing systems: server-side scripting; database integration; security.
  • authentication and authorization
  • Communication of web-based systems
  • Virtualization

Grading

NOTES:

Details of the marking scheme will be discussed in the first week of lecture.

Students must attain an overall passing grade on the weighted average of exams in the course in order to obtain a clear pass (C- or better).

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

Reference Books

  • Fundamentals of Web Development, Randy Connolly Ricardo Hoar, Pearson, 2018, 9780134481265

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN SUMMER 2021

Teaching at SFU in summer 2021 will be conducted primarily through remote methods, but we will continue to have in-person experiential activities for a selection of courses.  Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).