Classes

Intro to Web Design

ARTM2210 • Mondays 1/9/12-4/30/12 1:10pm-3:50pm Wednesdays 1/11/12-4/30/12 8:50am-11:30am

This course explores the fundamentals of creating graphically-oriented Web sites. We will expand upon knowledge gained in Digital Imaging and Layout (ARTM2020) to understand image optimization. Through lectures, demonstrations, and studio problems, students will also learn the basic syntax of HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) and explore the constraints and capabilities of various Internet browsers.

Designing for New Media

ARTM2220 • Directed Study • Spring 2012

Through lectures, discussions, and critical analysis of contemporary media, students will develop a foundation in designing for current and emerging technology. Coursework includes the creation of a fully developed interface design proposal. In a seminar setting, students will build upon knowledge gained in Intro to Web Design by studying usability, accessibility, site planning, cross-platform design, and principles of interactivity.

HTML Toolbox

ARTM3210 • Fall 2012

Assuming basic competency in Web site development, HTML Toolbox will explore intermediate level Web development skills through site planning and structure, template development, cascading style sheets, and site administration. Through lectures, demonstrations, and studio problems students will investigate Extensible Markup Language (XML) and advanced Hypertext Markup Languages (DHTML, XHTML, etc), server models and behaviors, and interactivity through forms.

Coding and scripting

ARTM3220 • Mondays 1/9/12-4/30/12 8:50am-11:30am

Coding & Scripting introduces the foundations of data manipulation and dynamic content delivery from the designer's perspective. Students will learn how to manage site content using server-side scripting languages and databases, and control site navigation.

Interactive Web Animation

ARTM4210 • Fall 2012

Students will work with vector-based animation software to develop complex graphic user interfaces and animations. Students will explore basic scripting behaviors and work with navigational elements and multimedia files, including sound and video, to create professional and engaging content.