WILLIAM RAINEY HARPER COLLEGE
CAREER PROGRAMS DIVISION
GENERAL COURSE OUTLINE
GRA
Course
Prefix
145
Course
Number
WORDPRESS AND MOBILE TECHNOLOGIES
Course Title
(2-2)
(Lec-Lab)
3
Credit
Hours
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Introduces the student to WordPress fundamentals to create basic web pages. Hands-on computer
activity includes WordPress templates, dashboard and widget usage; blogging/posts; adding links,
videos, photo galleries; creating user accounts and theme changes. Student will also learn to translate
the WordPress full web site into a mobile website and will integrate with social media platforms. An
introduction to UI (user interface) design will be explored for mobile applications.
Prerequisite: Prior or concurrent enrollment in GRA102 or consent of Coordinator.
TOPICAL OUTLINE
I.
Introduction to WordPress technology
II.
WordPress website set up, user accounts, dashboard and template selection
III.
Planning and creating a WordPress site for a client’s business
lV.
Understanding themes, widgets, blogs, posts, links, and galleries
V.
Creating a mobile website and integrating Social Media utilizing WordPress functions
Vl.
Exploration of UI design for mobile applications
METHOD OF PRESENTATION
1.
PowerPoint lecture
2.
In-class project based lab instruction
3.
Problem solving and discussion
STUDENT OUTCOMES: (The student should…)
1.
demonstrate knowledge of WordPress fundamentals and functionality.
2.
understand this technology and how it used in the graphic design industry.
3.
understand setting up a client’s website graphically using WordPress.
4.
understand how to use WordPress mobile templates.
5.
understand how mobile technology stems from web based design.
6.
demonstrate how social media integrates with WordPress.
7.
demonstrate UI design and creating mobile app client mockups..
METHOD OF EVALUATION
1.
Report writing
2.
Project-based assignments and exams
3.
Instructor assessments
TEXTBOOK/INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Plumley,George, Teach Yourself VISUALLY WordPress, 3rd edition, Visual; ISBN: 978-111-9047-75-9
PREPARED BY: Patricia Bruner, Coordinator
Dated:
Fall 2016
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