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2018-2019 Archived Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Archived Catalog

ART.-245 Publication Design for Web I

Credits 3 / 6 Contact Hours
Pre-requisite: Placement into RDNG-030 (ACSR-030) or successful completion of RDNG-016 or ACLT-074 with a minimum grade of 3.0 or ENGL 100  .Pre-requisite: ART.-146  with a minimum grade of 2.0.  Note: ART. 246  strongly recommended as a co-requisite. 
The focus of this course is on the development planning design and production of several different types of electronic publications including Web-based and CD/DVD production. Students will learn how to modify their design approaches for the electronic environment. Students will be taught to use current graphics industry standards software and the proper preparation of media in national and international society. Use of the computer lab will be required. Internet access will be necessary for project research and development.

Course Outcomes
●       Explain the principles of web design, and its role in the field of visual communications.

●       Explain the principles of app design or other current digital online media and its role in the field of visual communications.

●       Combine text and graphics in a manner that effectively reflects the subject matter, message, and client character, as well as take into consideration restrictions and advantages of designing for digital environments.

●       Gain skills in designing with type and graphics in a digital environment.

●       Students learn the use of industry software and related markup language.

●       Students analyze and apply skills in the design of a digital publication that exists in a multi-directional (non-sequential) format.

●       Through proper research, examination and implementation, students will gain understanding in design, production, and use of website development and design for digital environments and experiences.

●       Organize and complete tasks independently as well as with your fellow classmates.

●       Manage time for completing projects and exercises.

●       Demonstrate correct file management protocols as required for each project.

●       Critique designs and compositions using art and design terminology.