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Introduction to Web Design
Description
Introduction to Web Design is intended to "fill in the gaps". Most of the courses you will take in your Web Design sequence are very application specific, this one is very broad. Intro to Web design will look at such basic and essential topics as buying a domain, finding a host, basic search engine optimization, and using Web 2.0 components. These are the essential skills assumed of someone in the Web world. This course will familiarize you with the common languages, technologies, and tools of the trade. There is a significant amount of hands-on practice in this class and you will be doing a bit of programing even if programming is not your final goal.
This course is typically done through our Personal Pace Program and students should plan to spend about 3-5 days working full time on the materials.
We do, periodically, offer this course in a classroom setting. Please contact us if you are interested.
Prerequisites
- This can easily be your first course in a web design sequence but everyone can use this course to ask questions and gain a more complete basic knowledge of the web.
- Students should have, at a minimum, skills equivalent to a digital literacy certificate such as IC3.
Objectives
Participants will:
- Learn to identify the basic web languages and how each is used.
- Identify core Web technologies and how each is used.
- Learn how to stay informed of emerging trends and determine viability.
- Apply core principles of usability and design.
- Select appropriate tools for specific jobs.
Who should take this class?
- Beginning Web design and development
- Individuals working on Web projects but not responsible for design and development (i.e. sales, marketing, management, etc.)
- Individuals who want to have a solid basic understanding of the Web
- Tech Support and Application Support
Cost
This course is taken through our Personal Pace Program. The cost is $499 inclusive of all materials except those noted below.
You can register by clicking here.
The course is self-study with access to our Technology Coaches for 5 days during your study.
Although it is not required you will gain much more from the class if you can work on your own site during our time together. In addition to the registration fee plan on the following if you do not already have them:
- A domain name costs about $8.00/year
- Hosting should run about $6-8/month
If you want to get these on your own feel free to choose a vendor you like. Shop around and get reviews!! If you wish I can help with that purchase as part of the class. We can provide these services at the going market rate.
