Specialized Studies Program in Web Site Design
The key to creating a successful Web site is understanding the right process, goals, organizational framework, interface design and browser and platform issues. Successful Web designers know how to write their own code, use visual authoring software and create dynamic Web graphics. All of the courses in the program are available online, so you can complete the entire certificate online.
How you will benefit
Through this program, you will learn to design visually appealing Web sites that grab your reader's attention; utilize design techniques, such as color theory and layout concepts; and discover how to create well-designed, functional Web pages.
Who should attend
Anyone who designs—or wants to design—Web sites for professional or personal use. Graphic designers, multimedia designers and marketing professionals who want to increase their expertise in the area of Web page design will benefit from this program, as would home or office computer users who want to develop basic Web skills.
Prerequisite
We recommend that you complete Essentials of Computer Technology or have equivalent knowledge and experience prior to enrolling in this certificate program.
Certificate requirements
Courses may be taken individually or as part of the specialized studies program. This program is designed for those wanting to develop a solid foundation in Web site design. It is a great way to fill any gap in your previous training, develop a new area or to stay on top of developments in the field. Upon successful completion of the 12 required course units and submission of the form and fee, you will receive a Specialized Studies Certificate. It is possible to complete this program in three quarters. Please call (530) 757-8895 for more information.
Tuition for the entire Web Site Design Specialized Studies Program is $3,255-$3,975 depending on prerequisites. The certificate application fee ($45) and textbooks are not included in the tuition fee.
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| REQUIRED COURSES | Creating Functional Web Sites | 3 | 
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| Layout Design for the Web | 2 |
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| Web Animation with FLASH | 2 |
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| Adobe Photoshop | 3 |
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| Dreamweaver | 2 |
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Required Courses
Creating Functional Web Sites
3 quarter units academic credit, X481.3. .
Design
and build your own professional and attractive Web
pages. Learn hypertext markup language (HTML), how to code in HTML and
how to
work with HTML editors. Discover how to build your own Web pages by
using basic
HTML tags, including such fundamentals as lists, menus, hyperlinks,
images,
forms, tables and frames. Explore the creation and production processes
involved in Web site development by examining Web interface
technologies and
their applications. Discover how graphic design, information
architecture and
interface design relate to the process of conveying information to a
targeted
audience via the Internet.
This course is not currently scheduled.
Layout Design for the Web
2 quarter units academic credit, X499.26. .
Today the Web is the ultimate tool for creative expression. Build your Web page layout with strong visual dialog incorporating key conceptual, visual, relational and practical elements. Using design principles, you will learn basic theories of layout including white space, typography, line weight, proportion, grid, interval and color theory. Create sophisticated, high quality, aesthetically pleasing visual messages with an emphasis on Web design considerations, including file formats.
Prerequisites:
Adobe Photoshop.
Sections of this course open for enrollment:
- Layout Design for the Web
starts June 16
Web Animation with FLASH
2 quarter units academic credit, X499.222. .
Add
animation to rev up your Web site using Flash, one of the standards for
Web
animation. Using vector graphics to create and animate your banners,
logos and
illustrations can bring interactivity and style to your Web page
without the
use of scripting languages. Learn to use this Macromedia product to
control
user events, design and interactivity. This introductory course takes
you from
step one to your finished product.
Prerequisites:
Creating Functional Web Sites.
This course is not currently scheduled.
Adobe Photoshop
3 quarter units academic credit, X430.22A. .
Used by design professionals, photographers and Web designers worldwide, Adobe Photoshop is the leading image editing software application. Learn powerful color correction and colorizing techniques. Optimize and prepare images for four-color output with Photoshop's powerful image enhancing tools. Learn to scan images and produce composite pictures to create compelling collages and powerful imagery. Transform photographs into works of art. Learn to create drop shadows and beveled text.
Sections of this course open for enrollment:
- Adobe Photoshop starts June 16
Dreamweaver
2 quarter units academic credit, X499.21. .
Macromedia Dreamweaver MX is the professional choice for building Web sites and applications. This WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) Web page development software is both powerful and easy to use. This course covers basic elements of Web design using Dreamweaver. Topics include:
- graphic design basics
- hyperlinks
- cascading style sheets
- uploading Web sites to servers
- graphics
- rollovers
- tables
- navigation bars and frames
Prerequisites:
Adobe Photoshop.
Sections of this course open for enrollment:
- Dreamweaver starts June 16
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