Web Design and Graphics: Introduction to Design

Summary:

This course explains the basic considerations used when designing a Web site, including the planning and maintenance of the site, and making the site accessible to all platforms and monitors.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Plan the structure of a Web site
Maintain site files and refer to other pages within the site
Explain the effect that different browsers can have on the display of a site
Explain the effect that different monitors and systems can have on the display of a site

Outline:

Planning a Site
Site Architecture and Maintenance
Displaying in Multiple Browsers
Colors and Screen Sizes

Features:

Exercises that allow users to practice the application
A file containing the text of the exercises
Simulations that allow users to practice course skills, even if they don't have access to the application
A glossary
A Skill Assessment

Applicability:

This course is for anyone who is interested in learning more about building a Web site or creating the graphics for a site.

Prerequisites:

Familiarity with HTML

Technical Requirements:

200MHz Pentium with 32MB Ram. 640 x 480 256-color video (800 x 600 is recommended). Windows 98 or higher. Minimum Connection Speed: 28.8k. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher (5.5 or higher for MindLeaders Central) required. Macromedia Flash player 6.0 is recommended for full functionality, but not required to play the courses. Sound card, with speakers or headphones is recommended, but not required to play the courses. JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape and AOL browsers not supported.

Copyright Information:

Terms of Use:

None