XML

This series provides an introduction to the Extensible Markup Language (XML) and its general format. It introduces the fundamentals of XML, including how to read a basic XML document, the XML document structure, and viewing XML source documents. It shows how to build an XML data document, including creating elements and element modes, naming XML objects, and creating declarations and well-formed documents. Building DTDs is explained in detail, along with creating and managing internal, external, and parameter entities. Additional topics covered in this series include a detailed discussion of the Document Object Model, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and XSL Style Language.

Syllabus

VIEWING AND UNDERSTANDING XML

Provides an introduction to the Extensible Markup Language (XML) and its general format.

• Introducing Extensible Markup Language
• Examining a Sample XML Document
• XML Document Structure
• Viewing XML Data in Internet Explorer 5

CREATING A BASIC DOCUMENT

Shows Web developers how to build an XML data document.

• Creating Elements and Attributes
• Naming Rules and Displaying Characters
• Making Sure Documents Are Well-Formed
• Using DTDs

BUILDING DTDS AND CHECKING DOCUMENTS

Explains how to build Document Type Definitions and how to check documents for validity and well-formedness.

• Creating Element Declarations
• Creating Attribute Declarations
• Developing an Element Model
• Refining the DTD
• Parameter Entities and Modular DTDs
• Checking for Validity and Well-Formedness

ENTITIES

Provides an overview of the internal, external, and parameter entities in XML documents.

• Introduction to Entities
• Internal Entities
• External Entities
• Entity Resolution and Placement
• Character Encoding and Entities

THE DOCUMENT OBJECT MODEL

Explains how XML data can be accessed and manipulated with the DOM.

• Processing XML Data
• The XML Document Object Model
• Structure of the DOM
• The Node, Element, and Attribute Objects
• Other Important Objects

CSS AND XSL STYLE SHEETS

Explains how to use Cascading Style Sheets and eXtensible Style Language to style XML data for display in a Web browser.

• Attaching Style Sheets to XML
• XSL and XSLT
• Building XSL Style Sheets and Templates
• Processing XSL

Qualifications

Qualification: Printable Transcript

On completion of this course you may print a transcript off as evidence of your progression throughout the course.

Requirements for Entry

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

Study Options

If you do not have Internet access, or would prefer to study this course via the traditional paper/postal based study method, you can find more information on the course by clicking on the link below.

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 40 hrs.