In this course, students will learn how the Web evolved, cover the technical fundamentals, and learn the design principles that characterize the leading sites. Through exposure to best (and worst) web designs, students will learn how to intelligently critique a Web site design, both from a functional and an aesthetic point of view.
Introduction to Web Design
In this course, students will learn how the Web evolved, covering the technical fundamentals, and learn the design principles that characterize the leading sites.
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Beginner
20 Hours
What you'll learn
- Web Design Fundamentals
- What is Web Design?
- Anatomy of a Web Page
- Understanding Site Function
- Principles of Web Design
- Getting Started in Web Design
- Tools and Technologies
- Digital Imaging
- Web Authoring
- Multimedia
- Inside the Design Process
Course Introduction
Course Prerequisites
Windows Level 1, Microsoft Word Level 1
Course Outline
Introduction to Web Design
Lesson 1:
Web Design Fundamentals; What is Web Design?; Evolution of a Network; Anatomy of a Web Page; Understanding Site Function
Lesson 2:
Principles of Web Design; It’s Not a Magazine; Why the Web Rocks; Now the Bad News; The Principles of Web Design; Web Design Faux Pas
Lesson 3:
Getting Started in Web Design; Tools and Technologies; Digital Imaging; Web Authoring; Multimedia; Inside the Design Process
Course Notes
Evaluation is based solely on an Academy of Learning Career College final exam. Prior to taking the final exam, students must successfully complete all the components of the online course material. Participants who receive 75% or higher on their exam will receive a certificate.
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