AJAX Using ASP.NET
I. Course Prefix/Number: WWW 221
Course Name: AJAX Using ASP.NET
Credits: 3 (2 lecture; 2 lab)
II. Prerequisite
Recommended: WWW 220 or knowledge of basic programming concepts, or consent of instructor, coordinator or department chair.
III. Course (Catalog) Description
Course combines hands-on activities and lectures to increase familiarity with developing web applications using Asynchronous JavaScript and XML (AJAX) with ASP.NET. Content includes creating dynamic web pages using AJAX; client-side and server-side controls; data binding and validation; and integration with other web development technologies.
IV. Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
• Incorporate AJAX into a web page
• Use Client-Side and Server-Side Controls
• Access and manipulate data using AJAX
• Use dynamic techniques such as zooming and panning
• Consume Web Services
• Incorporate AJAX into a web page
• Use Client-Side and Server-Side Controls
• Access and manipulate data using AJAX
• Use dynamic techniques such as zooming and panning
• Consume Web Services
V. Academic Integrity
Students and employees at Oakton Community College are required to demonstrate academic integrity
and follow Oakton's Code of Academic Conduct. This code prohibits:
• cheating,
• plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation),
• falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth),
• helping others to cheat,
• unauthorized changes on official documents,
• pretending to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you,
• making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and
• any other behavior that violates academic integrity.
There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton's policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.
Details of the Code of Academic Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.
• cheating,
• plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation),
• falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth),
• helping others to cheat,
• unauthorized changes on official documents,
• pretending to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you,
• making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and
• any other behavior that violates academic integrity.
There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton's policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.
Details of the Code of Academic Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.
VI. Sequence of Topics
1. Introduction to AJAX
a. JavaScript and XML
b. ASP.NET 2.0 AJAX Extensions
c. Microsoft AJAX Library
2. Dynamic Web Pages Using AJAX
a. JavaScript
1. Object-Oriented Programming
2. Accessing Page Elements
3. DOM Methods
b. AJAX
1. The XMLHttpRequest Object
2. The XMLDocument Object
3. JSON
3. Client-Side
a. Client-Side Controls
1. Understanding Client-Side Controls
2. Using Client-Side Controls
3. Control Manipulation
4. Extending Controls
b. Client Script Library
c. Client-Side Versions of .NET Classes
4. Server-Side
a. Server-Side Controls
1. Understanding Server -Side Controls
2. Using Server -Side Controls
b. ScriptManager and ScriptManagerProxy
5. Data Binding and Validation
a. Data Binding
b. Data Validation
c. Creating a Custom Data Source
6. Animations and Mapping
a. Animation Behaviors
b. Zooming, Panning, and Pushpins
7. Additional Techniques
a. Web Parts and Gadgets
b. Web Services
c. Client Callbacks
d. Integrating Atlas with PHP
a. JavaScript and XML
b. ASP.NET 2.0 AJAX Extensions
c. Microsoft AJAX Library
2. Dynamic Web Pages Using AJAX
a. JavaScript
1. Object-Oriented Programming
2. Accessing Page Elements
3. DOM Methods
b. AJAX
1. The XMLHttpRequest Object
2. The XMLDocument Object
3. JSON
3. Client-Side
a. Client-Side Controls
1. Understanding Client-Side Controls
2. Using Client-Side Controls
3. Control Manipulation
4. Extending Controls
b. Client Script Library
c. Client-Side Versions of .NET Classes
4. Server-Side
a. Server-Side Controls
1. Understanding Server -Side Controls
2. Using Server -Side Controls
b. ScriptManager and ScriptManagerProxy
5. Data Binding and Validation
a. Data Binding
b. Data Validation
c. Creating a Custom Data Source
6. Animations and Mapping
a. Animation Behaviors
b. Zooming, Panning, and Pushpins
7. Additional Techniques
a. Web Parts and Gadgets
b. Web Services
c. Client Callbacks
d. Integrating Atlas with PHP
VII. Methods of Instruction
Program demonstrations, hands-on usage, textbook reading, applicable web sites, lecture, class discussions, group work, and guest speakers may be used.
Course may be taught as face-to-face, media-based, hybrid or online course.
Course may be taught as face-to-face, media-based, hybrid or online course.
VIII. Course Practices Required
1. Attend seminars as scheduled
2. Read course materials - textbook and current resources
3. Complete required assignments, projects, quizzes, and tests
4. Attend and participate in lab as required
2. Read course materials - textbook and current resources
3. Complete required assignments, projects, quizzes, and tests
4. Attend and participate in lab as required
IX. Instructional Materials
Textbooks, online resources, and such other materials deemed appropriate for the topic and assigned by the program and instructor.
X. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
Tests and Quizzes
Class Assignments
Lab Assignments
Attendance and Participation
Class Assignments
Lab Assignments
Attendance and Participation
XI. Other Course Information
If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in the Learning Center. All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program.















