An Introduction to Web Site Design – FH 940

What do online retail outlets, electronic newspapers, blogs, and search engines have in common? They’re all Web sites! Gives viewers a comprehensive introduction to the principles of Web site design--a great first step toward becoming a webmaster or an interactive media designer. Explains how to identify the target audience, determine the site’s core purpose, address technological issues, create visual appeal, and carry out a test/evaluation/update cycle. Interviews with two successful Web site designers illustrate how it all comes together in the real world. 2004 ed. 25 min.

DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$110

Web Authoring Software & Languages (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1110

Explore the two methods of creating a Web page through either Web authoring software such as Adobe Dreamweaver® or a computer language such as HTML coupled with editing tools. The different computer languages, HTML, XML, PHP and ASP will be addressed at a basic level as well as different authoring tools such as CSS and JavaScript. Students will discover the advantages and disadvantages each Web authoring technique yields and determine which software will best suit their needs. 2009 ed.

51 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85

Building & Maintaining a Web Site (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1111

Explores how to build and maintain a business Web site. Students will examine reasons to build a Web site and get an in-depth look at the Web design process. Students will be introduced to programs and tools used in building and maintaining Web sites and will analyze the tradeoff between features and costs. 2009 ed.

59 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85

Web Content (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1113

Explores the appropriate manner in which Web content is presented and conveyed to a reader. Covering the basics of Web page organization students will learn how to communicate the information using tools such as graphics, media, sizing, loading time, resolution, and bit rates. Students will cover the basic Web content publishing guidelines and rules. Also helps students determine methods of gaining the reader’s attention and keeping them interested in the content of a Web page. 2009 ed.

43 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$75

Web Security Basics (PowerPoint® CD) – CE 1114

It is important to be aware of different security situations and how to respond appropriately. Designed to provide students with a basic understanding of Web security and related issues, and what is required in an Internet security policy. They will be equipped with information on how to keep their Web site secure by choosing the correct electronic security method, gain basic knowledge of firewalls, and on how to secure transactions conducted over the Internet. 2009 ed.

51 SLIDES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$85

Tutorials:
Web Development

Microsoft Expression Web 2 Essentials – DST 1173 BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE

Whether you are creating your first web site or looking for tips on the best ways to create designs, Expression Web 2: Essentials will help you make the most of Microsoft’s Web design program. Get an introduction to Cascading Styles Sheets and how to create class, tag, and ID styles, use styles to format text and images as well as how to create page layouts with div tags and CSS; save time creating pages and learn how to test and publish your site on the Web. Windows 6 hrs.

DVD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$105

Adobe Dreamweaver CS4: Essentials – DST 1176 BEGINNER TO INTERMEDIATE

Gain solid introduction to Web design, optimizing image files for faster loading web graphics, how to use CSS, Tables, Frames, interactive features like Flash files, JavaScript elements and AJAX. Understand, optimizing content, and using Dreamweaver’s interactive features in publishing your content to the web. Windows & MAC OS 6 hrs.

DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$105

Web Accessibility Principles – DSL 1181

Accessibility is an issue and a crucial-but often overlooked element of web design. Explains the concept of accessibility as it applies to the web, and how it affects the audience. Covers how to set up accessibility testing, and how to apply accessibility principles to new and existing sites using standards- compliant markup and CSS. Exercise files accompany the tutorials. Windows or MAC OS 6 hrs. 2

CDROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$65

Web Redesign: Strategies for Success – DSL 1178

Today’s web landscape is quickly changing, and web companies, in-house teams, designers, and developers are racing to keep up. Instructor Kelly Goto develops a strategy based on an iterative approach, focusing on branding and audience, usability testing, and content development. Teaches how to plan effectively, reach target audiences, and take current web design and development knowledge to the next level. Exercise files accompany the tutorials. Windows or MAC OS 2.5 hrs.

CDROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$65

CSS Web Site Design – DSL 1179

CSS gives Web designers control over the appearance of their web sites by separating the visual presentation from the content. Covers how to build effective navigation, how to lay out pages, work with typography, colors, backgrounds, and white space. Walks through the process of creating a Web page, while teaching the essentials of CSS along the way. Exercise files accompany the training videos. Windows or MAC OS 6 hrs.

DVD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$180