ART 227 - Web Graphics

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

Art

Description:

This course introduces students to design for the World Wide Web (WWW). The focus of this course will be aesthetic design that is functional and that encourages, enhances, and simplifies the web browsing experience. Students learn to design effective interactive websites using industry standard software editors, the current versions of HTML and CSS and other web development software. Students will explore interface theory, design principles and develop visually rich web pages through hands-on experience. Demonstration, discussion and formal critiques will augment studio work. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Employ the theory and principles of effective user interface design; Apply the basic design principles to the structure of HTML formatted web documents with emphasis on the visual aesthetic; Organize effective navigation between various interface designs; Apply basic HTML code to web documents using visual editing software; Apply basic CSS code to enhance the visual appeal of the web page; Use image-editing software to produce optimized web graphics; Use a professional quality visual editor to develop and maintain web sites; Solve projects in a unique and creative manner; Produce content as an effective form of visual communication; Practice critical thinking skills through the production and evaluation of artwork.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

ART 123, ART 208, and ART 211

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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