Build and Design Fantastic Websites
If you have completed the Basic Web Design course, or need to improve your Adobe Dreamweaver knowledge, then this course will develop your understanding. Starting with a theoretical and practical introduction to the web and semantic markup with HTML, going through page layout and styling using CSS. The course covers the principles of beautiful web design including designing web graphics, layout, composition, colour, texture, typography, imagery, animation, slideshows, galleries and usability. Students will be taught to upload and download websites using FTP, different file formats on the web, the business of domain registration, web hosting, web server basics, databases, content management systems, e-commerce, social networking and an introduction to the programming languages on the web. Designing to standards with accessibility in mind is the future of website design. By the end of this 20-week course, you will have the necessary skills to split mark-up from presentation, have gained a thorough grasp of W3c standards compliant design and have the knowledge to style web page elements with CSS. The course will also address CSS best practice guidelines and provide you with the platform to become an accomplished CSS user. In addition the course explains how to create mobile web pages and responsive based websites from scratch using different techniques, such as HTML5, CSS3, Phone Gap Build, Javascript and jQuery. Everything you need to know to create, design and manage your website including: - Plan, design and build a professional website. - Set specific, measurable goals and establish a purpose-driven vision for designing and constructing your website. - Design an attractive, and engaging interface that conveys brand presence by following key design principles, including layout, composition, colour, typography, and imagery. - Hands on practical demonstrations of HTML5 and CSS3 for Desktop, Tablet and Mobile. The course will culminate with delegates receiving a AUB certificate of achievement on completing and submitting a successful web design project. Entry Requirements It's recommended you have attended the Adobe Dreamweaver - Introduction to Basic Web Design course or are familiar with and able to use the majority of topics listed in the introductory course contents. What you need to bring Notepad and pen, iPad if preferred Dates Spring Term •Tuesday 14th Jan - 18th March 2014 Summer Term •Tuesday 29th April - 1st July 2014 Class size Maximum 14 students Course code LCWDA Duration: 20 Tuesday evenings, 6-9pm Spring & Summer terms: 14th Jan - 18th March 2014 and 29th Apr - 1st July 2014 Fees: £419