Intro to Web Design
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Course Outline
LESSON 1 The Fundamentals of Web Design How did the Web we know today come about, and how does it work? Lesson One discusses the history and the evolution of the World Wide Web from the 1950s to the present day. You'll take apart a sample Web page to discover how it's constructed, both from a functional and an aesthetic standpoint. Then you'll look at six leading Websites to learn how to learn how different sites function. In the exercise, you'll apply this knowledge by analyzing a sample site from a functional standpoint.
LESSON 2 The Principles of Web Design What separates a well-designed site from a poorly conceived one? In Lesson Two, you'll chart the differences between Web and print design, focusing on those issues a Website designer can (and can't) control. You'll learn eight principles for effective Website design, and discover our Top Ten Web design faux pas, those "pitfalls" that any Web designer should avoid. In the exercise, you'll critique a sample site from an aesthetic perspective.
LESSON 3 Getting Started in Web Design What tools and technologies does a Website designer need to master? In this lesson, we look at today's well-stocked Website design toolkit, examining the pros and cons of the main software options in digital imaging, HTML editors, and multimedia. To equip you for a real-world design environment, we'll also look at the different roles and stages in the Website design process, to find out what's required. In the Final Project, you'll wrap up all you've learned by presenting a sample critique to the rest of your class.
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| Language | English |
| Course Length | 15.00 hours |
| Duration of Access | Up to six months |
| Instructor | Margaret Penney |
| Vendor | Sessions (Read more about Sessions accreditation.) |
| Course Certification | Transcript and letter of completion from a nationally and regionally accredited online school. |
| Prerequisites/Audience | This program can be accessed and completed using either PC or Macintosh computers. You'll need an Internet connection of 28Kpbs or higher, and a Web browser (Internet Explorer 4.0 or Netscape 4.0 or higher). We do not recommend AOL or Netscape 6 browsers. Students will be required to provide their own software for each of the courses. There are no required textbooks. |
| Requirements/Materials Included | • PC or Mac computer with an Internet connection (56.6 Kbps modem or faster is recommended). |