Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: describe and discuss the theory and concepts involved in the design of web pages; use various tools and techniques, including HTML, XHTML, and Internet Explorer and employ current web browsers, text editing, and graphics composition skills to design and develop interactive web pages; differentiate between an effective and a poorly designed web page and critically evaluate them; use a professional Website Development tool (Adobe Dreamweaver CS6); use various tools and techniques, including FTP and Internet Explorer and employ current web browser, text editing, graphics composition skills to design and develop an interactive web page for a client; and identify what should be done to effectively communicate to a target audience through web pages.
Instruction:
This self-study course focuses on designing functional Web pages and applications utilizing proper interface design techniques. Topics include: techniques used in designing interactive functions involved in typical e-commerce and e-learning applications, human factors and accessible Web pages. The course presents important practical guidelines for good interfacing and screen design.
Credit recommendation:
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Web Design (12/14).