306553 (v.1) Information Studies 388 - Internet Content Management

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Area:	Department of Media and Information
Credits:	25.0
Contact Hours:	3.0
Seminar:	1 x 3 Hours Weekly
Syllabus:	Management of the content of websites including metadata planning and design, indexing capabilities, use of classification schemes and thesauri, version control, provision of search facilities and dynamic access to external databases. Emphasis is on themanagement of website and intranet content to ensure the integrity and accuracy of data.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit, students will have- The ability to describe what exactly constitutes Internet content. Examined the relationship between technological solutions and human intervention in the planning of content management. An understanding of the management issues in content management including the assigning of responsibility. Knowledge of the principles which underpin the various ways in which the information can be structured for Internet delivery. Practical experience of relevant software which aids in content management. The ability to plan site metadata. The ability to select consistent indexing terms for Internet material. An understanding of the issues involved in the preservation of digital data.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	Boiko, B. (2001), Content management bible. New York, Wiley. Blackmore, P. (2001), Intranets: a guide to their design, implementation and management. London, Aslib. Day, M. and Heery, R. (2001), Metadata: An Introduction and Practical Guide. London, LAPress. Griffiths, P. (2000), Managing your Internet and intranet services: the information and library professional's guide to strategy. London, Library Association. Hackos, J. (2002), Content management for dynamic web delivery. New York, Wiley. Hammerich, I. and Harrison, C. (2001), Developing online content: the principles of writing and editing for the web. Nakano, R. (2002), Web content management: a collaborative approach. Boston, Addison Wesley.
Unit Texts:	No prescribed texts.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Essay 30%, Evaluative report 30%, Technical exercises 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment.
Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y   Y 2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y   Y