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GDS 215 WEB DESIGN III
Objectives
Instructor: Paul Young

Purpose

This course is designed specifically for the graphic designer whose objective is to function effectively in today's commercial art field. In this class, we will gain practical experience in problem solving by working through the design process.

Emphasis

This course is structured around real-world visual communication design projects focusing on the Internet. In this class we will learn how to create dynamic web sites using various Macintosh applications. Focus will be on designing the user experience, serving the marketing needs of the client, project management, and mastering advanced techniques.

Graphic design skills

Some of the design skills we will review include:

• The creative process
• Applied design principles (unity, emphasis, rhythm, depth)
• Systems of visual organization (balance)
• Applied color theory
• Research and using reference
• Visual thinking and conceptual sketches
• Dealing with form and content
• Selecting and using stock illustrations and photographs
• File management and computer etiquette
• Information architecture
• Software proficiency in Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash
• Making presentations

Materials

• Textbook (required): Secrets of Successful Web Sites by David Siegel (New Riders)
• Textbooks (recommended): Flash Web Design: The Art of Motion Graphics by Hillman Curtis (New Riders); Type in Motion: Innovations in Digital Graphics by Jeff Bellantoni  and Matt Woolman (Rizzoli)
• Zip disk(s) or portable drive
• Felt tip pens
• Parkland Identification Card

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