Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS Course Syllabus
Full curriculum breakdown — modules, lessons, estimated time, and outcomes.
Overview: This beginner-friendly course introduces the foundational skills needed to build interactive websites using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. Over five modules, learners will progress from creating their first web page to building a fully functional mini-game. Each module combines core programming concepts with hands-on practice, allowing immediate application of skills. The course is designed for approximately 5 weeks of part-time study, with each module requiring about 5–7 hours. By the end, you'll have a solid understanding of front-end web development and be ready to tackle more advanced topics.
Module 1: Introduction to Programming and Web
Estimated time: 6 hours
- HTML basics
- Text structure and formatting
- Creating lists
- Adding links and navigation
Module 2: JavaScript Fundamentals
Estimated time: 6 hours
- Variables and data types
- Using loops
- Writing conditionals
- Creating and calling functions
Module 3: Interactivity with JavaScript
Estimated time: 6 hours
- Event handling
- DOM manipulation
- Using JavaScript timers
Module 4: Styling with CSS
Estimated time: 6 hours
- CSS selectors
- Fonts and colors
- Layout design
Module 5: Capstone Project – Mini Game
Estimated time: 7 hours
- Combining HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Implementing game logic
- Adding animation and interactivity
Module 6: Final Project
Estimated time: 8 hours
- Build a dynamic web page from scratch
- Create an interactive mini-game
- Demonstrate debugging and code organization
Prerequisites
- No prior programming experience needed
- Basic computer literacy
- Access to a modern web browser and text editor
What You'll Be Able to Do After
- Create functional web pages using HTML
- Style websites with CSS for visual appeal and responsiveness
- Write interactive JavaScript programs
- Manipulate web content using the DOM
- Build and debug a complete front-end project