Want to learn essential IT skills? Are you working towards a career in the IT industry? Then the CIW Foundations course is the way to go. 

An increasing number of businesses rely heavily on the Internet and require their employees to have good IT skills. In a difficult economical climate gaining new skills and expanding your existing knowledge is essential. The IT industry is always evolving, with new technologies popping up all over the place, and getting a job in this field is an exciting prospect. 

If you are looking for more job security and better paid positions, gaining knowledge of Internet technologies and Web Design will give you a great advantage and provide that first stepping-stone to a new career. 

The course will allow you to develop the fundamental knowledge and skills required to work in an Internet technology-enabled environment. You will learn about Web browsers, e-mail, web page authoring (HTML, XHTML...) as well as some basics of databases and networking. 

Start Learning is an official partner for Official Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) Certification Courses.

 CIW has become the primary job certification in the United Kingdom. The CIW course teaches the individual to adhere to Internet industry standards and best practices. It also gives them the skills necessary to perform Internet-based tasks, ranging from the basics to web design and programming. It also introduces the individual to the industry’s leading software and hardware.

The CIW self-study course allows individuals to learn without the confinements imposed in a classroom environment. This flexibility is what makes these courses so globally appealing and gives you the opportunity to study wherever you are, regardless of your circumstances. 

Whether you are looking for a new career, a step up in your existing positon or simply want to learn new IT skills, why not Start Learning now and sign up for our CIW Foundations course?

We also have more advanced CIW courses. Please browse our IT section for more information. 

 

Etudiants Internationaux 

Est-ce que vous voulez créer vos propres sites Web? Est-ce que vous cherchez à avoir des nouvelles compétences en informatique? Alors notre cours « CIW Foundations » serait idéal pour vous. Avec l’aide de ce cours vous allez apprendre comment construire des pages Web, l’importance du marketing sur internet et la maintenance de logiciels. 

Certified Internet Webmaster Web Foundations Associate (1D0-510) Distance Learning Course

The CIW Associate certification is a great asset for those working in, or hoping to work in, advertising, business development, sales, web design or any other field which relies heavily on web-based systems. 

Our CIW Foundations Course enables you to become a CIW Associate. Certified CIW Web Foundations Associates have demonstrated an understanding of the industry’s leading technologies. CIW Associates will have gained the fundamental knowledge and skills required to work in Internet technology-based settings. Some of the foundational knowledge you will learn include Web browsers, FTP, e-mail, Web page design, HTML, networking and databases. 

Candidates are required to pass CIW 1D0-510 exam to become a CIW Associate. However, the Associate Certification is no longer a pre-requisite for the CIW Professional and Master CIW certifications, although it is highly recommended. 

This course is made up of 3 sections:

•         Internet Business Foundations course

•         Site Development Foundations course

•         Network Technology Foundations course

Candidates can choose to sit a single examination (which lasts 90 minutes) containing all 3 section. They can also choose to sit 3 different exams (which last 30 minutes each), which enables them to gain 3 additional certifications. 

Internet Business Associate

This part of the course trains individuals to work in a modern business environment, as well as providing them with the background knowledge required to work in an IT-based role. Students will gain a good understanding of web browsers, managing files, databases, search engines, e-mail, and other information relevant to working in the IT industry. They will also learn about internet risks, computer security and managing your personal information online. 

Site Development Associate

This part of the course covers Web Design skills, including Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Extensible Hypertext Markup Language (XHTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). With modern WSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) software doing most of the work for you, it is nevertheless vital that you learn how to code manually. Students will learn how to create web pages and add images, tables and forms to them. In addition, they will gain a good understanding of internet marketing techniques, career paths, job roles in the IT industry and design concepts. 

Network Technology Associate 

This final part of the course teaches students about the fundamental networking technologies. They will learn about wireless networking, troubleshooting, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and Internet Protocol (IP). The course covers the functions of different server types, information on basic hardware maintenance methods, routing, network security concepts and the importance of encryption and firewalls.  

 

Course Materials

CIW Foundations Self-Study Kit:

The CIW Foundations Self-Study Kit is a complete cost-effective package, containing all of the official curriculum to help you prepare for the CIW Foundations Exam (Exam 1D0-510). The package includes:

Three-volume book set: Internet Business, Site Design and Network Technology

• Companion CD with supplemental movies and lab files

Exam Study Guide to prepare for the CIW v5 Foundations exam

• Exam overview and information on how to take the exam
• Table of all exam domains, objectives and sub-objectives
• Summarized content sections for all sub-objective sections on what you need to know for the exams
• Sample exam questions for each objective area

Course Review & Exercises

• Online tool to measure knowledge of the concepts, skills and best practices taught in the Official CIW books
• More than 1300 review questions that cover the book content lesson by lesson.
• 75 supplemental exercises including flashcards, matching exercises, fill in the blank, crossword puzzles, and true/false questions

Certification Practice Exams

• Online tool to measure proficiency on the full range of CIW exam objectives
• Nearly 700 exam questions to help pre-assess certification aptitude, to prepare for the high-stakes exam environment, and to identify skills gaps and additional study needs.

Why CIW Foundations Self-Study Kit

• All-inclusive package of official CIW curriculum
• Substantial cost savings over buying each learning component separately
• Everything you need to prepare for your certification exam
• Convenient 24x7 online access to e-Learning, review quizzes, exercises and practice exams

 

 

 

CIW Foundations Series – Part 1:

Internet Business Foundations Book

Prepares students to work effectively in today's business environment. In this course, you will learn about the tasks involved in various Information Technology (IT) job roles, and explore career opportunities in the IT industry. You will also learn about Internet connection methods, Internet protocols, the Domain Name System (DNS) and cloud computing. You will study the basic functions of Web browsers, the components of Web addresses, the use and control of cookies, and browser use in the business world. You will learn how browser plug-ins and add-ons can improve your Web-browsing experience, and you will use browsers to download and manage files.

You will learn about databases as they relate to Web search engines, and you will use search engines to conduct basic and advanced Web searches. This course also teaches you to configure e-mail clients and use e-mail, and it provides guidelines for communicating effectively over the Internet using modern Web technologies and social networking tools. You will also learn about Internet research and collaboration tools, software development tools, and the patent and licensing practices that accompany software applications. You will learn about the risks associated with being connected to the Internet, and about the security measures that can keep your computer system and your personal information secure. Finally, you will study the fundamental elements.

This unit relates to Certification: CIW Internet Business Associate.

Exam ID: 1D0-51A

Number of Questions: 30

Passing Score: 63%

Time Limit: 30 minutes

 

CIW Foundations Series – Part 2:

Site Development Foundations Book

Teaches you essential Web page development skills. You will learn to develop Web sites using Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and Extensible HTML (XHTML). You will learn to write code manually, as well as use graphical user interface (GUI) authoring tools. You will also learn to insert images, create hyperlinks, and add tables, forms and frames to your Web pages. In addition to learning about XHTML and HTML coding, you will learn about CGI and use it to connect Web pages to databases. Other topics include validating your XHTML code, recognizing the importance of Internet marketing and search engine optimization, using style sheets to format Web page content, and implementing fundamental design concepts. Throughout the course, you will learn how Web sites are developed as managed projects. You will also identify e-commerce solutions and relate Web site development to business goals.

Site Development Foundations provides an introduction to tasks, job roles and careers in Web development. This course will teach you to work as a productive part of a Web site development team. Hands-on labs include real-world scenarios based on a previously live version of the Habitat For Humanity site. Note that students will build prototype pages using Habitat For Humanity content. This content is provided by Habitat For Humanity with permission to use it in labs teaching site development skills.

The prototype pages that students build do not necessarily represent, duplicate or simulate the current live Habitat For Humanity Web site, which can be visited at www.habitat.org.

This unit relates to Certification: CIW Site Development Associate.

Exam ID: 1D0-51B

Number of Questions: 30

Passing Score: 63%

Time Limit: 30 minutes

 

CIW Foundations Series – Part 3:

Network Technology Foundations Book

Network Technology Foundations teaches essential networking technologies and skills, including TCP/IP, stable network creation, wireless networking and network troubleshooting. You will learn to use various network components and protocols that enable users to share data quickly and easily. You will explore the different types of transmission media, and will learn how network architecture and topologies provide for efficient and secure communication. In addition, you will learn about the OSI reference model and its relationship to packet creation, and you will compare and contrast the OSI model with the Internet architecture model.

You will study the functions and features of internetworking server types, and learn about the benefits of implementing a Content Management System (CMS). You will also achieve competency in performing basic hardware and operating system maintenance procedures. In addition, you will learn about mobile computing devices and the importance of RFC documents. You will also learn about the importance of routing, and will explore IP addressing, IP address classes and subnet masks. Finally, you will explore essential network security concepts, Internet-based challenges facing today's user.

This unit relates to Certification: CIW Network Technology Associate.

Exam ID: 1D0-51C

Number of Questions: 30

Passing Score: 63%

Time Limit: 30 minutes

 

 

 

Support

This is a self study course so support is not needed, however if you experience any problems please email our IT team who will be able to help. 

You can take as long as you need to study this course, however Start Learning recommends completing the course within 12 months as the IT industry and Web Design are always prorgressing. 

 

 

Study hours

You are free to take as long as you like studying this course.  Start Learning recommends you aim to complete your course within 12 months as Web Design is constantly progressing. 

 

Career Paths?

CIW certification is invaluable for many different business roles. If you are currently working in, or looking to work in, an IT based environment such as sales, advertising or web design, you will have a great advantage over others with this certification. The IT industry is always evolving and working within this sector is very rewarding. There are many career paths open to those who hold CIW certification, as you will have the necessary knowledge required to work with the leading hardware and software technologies. 

 

Exams

Once you have completed the course you can apply for the internationally recognised CIW 1D0-510 Examination.

Or you can choose to complete 3 individual modular exams:

• Certification: CIW Internet Business Associate - Exam ID: 1D0-51A

• Certification: CIW Site Development Associate -Exam ID: 1D0-51B

• Certification: CIW Network Technology Associate - Exam ID: 1D0-51C

 

Each exam is currently priced at £90.00 +VAT, regardless of which exam you sit. To find a local exam centre please visit:

Prometric or PearsonVue 

 

 

Who Should get a CIW Certification?

CIW  certification is important for all types of IT professionals. From those starting out in the industry all the way up to IT professionals, CIW courses are an excellent way of demonstrating your skills and knowledge with a formal qualification. 

Career changers

CIW certification is an excellent way to enter the IT industry because vendor-neutral skill certifications address the roles and responsibilities of a specific position. CIW focuses on industry standards, and leading hardware and software technologies. Career changers are not limited by knowledge of only one IT platform.

Business professionals

A CIW certification demonstrates knowledge of industry standards, best practices, and leading hardware and software technology. Taking the time to learn new IT concepts shows a commitment to keep pace with today's technology-driven economy, to better understand a customer's business, and to become more self-sufficient by better understanding the technology on which almost every professional relies.

Experienced and certified IT professionals

If an experienced IT professional does not already have a widely recognized certification, he or she should earn a certification to show current or potential employers a measurement of their skills and expertise.

Those who hold certifications other than CIW can benefit from CIW certification by demonstrating an understanding of multiple and vendor-neutral skills, and knowledge of industry standards and best practices