June 2010 Edition
Computer Science Department, University of Cape Town
| MSc-IT Study Material June 2010 Edition Computer Science Department, University of Cape Town |
It is time to consider how organisations can make use of forms on their websites. This primarily involves investigating and discussing how commercial enterprises on the Web currently make use of forms.
For this Activity you will need to take a look at a number of websites:
Any of the computer manufacturers (e.g. Dell)
Make a note of the following:
The ways in which websites make use of forms.
The different types of data that the website are trying to gather. Are there any distinct differences?
To finish this section, you will develop two extensive Web pages that make use of forms.
Create an on-line job application form. The application form is for a computer company called SpeedyPC who are advertising for computer programmers.
Your application form must have the following elements:
Position applied for, name, nationality, date of birth, address, telephone number and email.
Educational history and qualifications.
Work experience/employment/training.
Personal statement.
Two referees including names, occupation, relationship, address, telephone.
Read Discussion of Activity 9 at the end of the Unit.