This program provides students with the necessary skills and knowledge required to create graphics and Flash animations for the Web, and to plan and design compelling interactive Web sites. It provides in depth knowledge of how to use Adobe Dreamweaver and Notepad to create Web pages.
In addition, the program introduces students to XHTML and JavaScript programming, and thereby provides them with a great degree of control over the appearance of their Web sites and skills that are in demand by Web design companies. Students also gain skills and experience in using industry standard graphics programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Flash and Adobe Fireworks to create, edit, and optimize graphics for the Web.
Career Opportunities:
Recent studies indicate that strong growth in Web design jobs, particularly in the consulting sector, is expected over the next few years. Careers that correspond with the skills learned in this program include:
- HTML Programmer
- JavaScript Programmer
- Graphic Designer
- Web Designer
- Flash Animation Developer
- Web Consultant
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Presenting creative ideas.
- Assessing client and end user needs.
- Consulting with IT professionals to determine how
best to incorporate a Web site into existing frameworks.
- Designing the typography, layout, and look and feel of Web pages.
- Designing and incorporating graphics and interactive elements.
- Sourcing, selecting, and organizing information for
inclusion in the Web site.
- Testing Web site functionality.
- Updating Web content and maintaining Web sites.
Program Outline:
| Introduction to Web Design |
| Web Graphics using Fireworks |
| Writing JavaScript / DHTML |
| Introduction to the Internet |
| Introduction to Personal Computers |
| Job Search and Resume Writing |
| Introduction to Keyboarding |
| Keyboard Skill Building Level 1 |
| Project Management Fundamentals Level 1 |
| Thought Patterns for a Successul Career |
| Web Practical Simulations |
| WorkPlace Success / Intrapreneurship |
Please Note: Actual course selections may vary by campus and are made at the time of enrollment.
Program Length:
- 43 Weeks (25 hours per week)
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