Colton-Redlands-Yucaipa ROP
1214 Indiana Court, Redlands, CA 92374
Phone: (909) 793-3115, website: www.cryrop.org
Syllabus: Web Design
Instructor: Lisa Tucker
Lisa_Tucker@CRY-ROP.org
Fall Semester: 10 August 2010 – 15 December 2010
Office Hours: During class, Room E-124
Course Description
This course is a general introduction to web design using basic HTML,
Dreamweaver, Fireworks, and Flash to create useful and well-designed Web sites.
An emphasis is placed on keeping abreast of current issues in the field and mastery
of the principles of design.
Basic computer skills are required for this course.
Course Overview
The curriculum of this course will assume no prior knowledge of the subject on the
part of the student, though basic computer skills are necessary. The course will
provide/present information and exercises that aim to show students ways in which
Web site design and development is relevant to business, e-commerce, creative and
entrepreneurial pursuits. Students will work both individually and in creative
teams in preparation for the workplace.
Course Objectives
1. Utilize the principles of design to create an easily navigable and functional
Web site.
2. Explore how fundamental graphic design principles such as color, shape,
hierarchy and balance apply to the discipline of Web design.
3. Critique, describe and analyze the characteristics of a well designed Web site.
4. Develop an understanding of the main technological issues surrounding Web
design, including programming languages, browser software, image formats,
file size, and resolution.
5. Publish a fully functional, multipage Web site at the conclusion of the course.
6. Research careers in the field of Web design, learn job search strategies, and
prepare for job application, including portfolio development.
ROP Student Outcomes
Upon completion of the planned program, students will:
1. Earn a certificate.
2. Demonstrate a willingness to learn.
3. Participate actively as a member of a team.
4. Communicate professionally with others through verbal, non-verbal and/or
written communication.
5. Demonstrate the ability to seek, apply and interview for employment.
Course Resources/Supplies
No textbook is required. All materials will be provided by the instructor.
Course Requirements
Grades are based upon completion and performance in four categories of required
work: participation, tutorials, projects, and presentations. All assignments must be
completed by the due date for grading purposes. No late work will be accepted. The
one exception is absence due to illness. If a student is absent on the due date,
he/she will have until the following Friday to turn in his/her work.
Evaluation Criteria
The final grade will be based on the following weighted categories:
Participation
Tutorials + Syllabus Quiz
Projects
Presentations
Total
Final Grades will be calculated from the percentages earned as follows:
A
B
C
D
F
90-100%
80-89%
70-79%
60-69%
<60%
(900-1000 points)
(800-899 points)
(700-799 points)
(600-699 points)
(Below 600 points)
10%
50%
20%
20%
100%
Participation
Tutorials + Quiz
Final Project
Presentations
100 points (On time for class, on task, and active in critiques)
500 points
200 points
200 points
Classroom Rules
1.
2.
3.
4.
Treat everyone with respect and kindness
Stay on task (i.e. no web surfing or checking email, etc.)
NO FOOD OR DRINK allowed in room E-124
Please see the attached additional rules regarding electronic devices and
Internet use at the end of the syllabus schedule.
Schedule
Week 1 (8/10)
Introduction and Orientation
Syllabus Quiz (50 points)
Due Friday, 8/12
Week 2 (8/15)
Introduction to the XP work environment, SchoolView, Exceptional Design
Presentations, and keyboarding skills
Week 3 (8/22)
Tutorial 1: Basic HTML (Chemistry Web site)
Due Friday, 9/2
Week 4 (8/29)
Tutorial 2: Basic HTML (Continue with Chemistry Web site)
Due Friday, 9/9
Week 5 (9/5)
Labor Day Holiday
Tutorial 2 Continued
Week 6 (9/12)
Tutorial 3: Fonts, images and color (Arcadium Amusement Park Web site)
Due Friday, 9/30
Week 7 (9/19)
Introduction of Project 1: Personal Web site
Due Friday, 10/21
Week 8 (9/26)
Tutorial 4: Tables (Park City Gazette Web site)
Due Friday, 10/15
Week 9 (10/3)
Begin Project 1—Personal Web site
Week 10 (10/10)
Continue Project 1
Week 11 (10/17)
Critique Project 1 (Group Crit)
Tutorial 5: Introduction to Dreamweaver
Due Tuesday, 10/26
Week 12 (10/24)
Tutorial 6: Links, text, and testing Web pages (Striped Umbrella Web site)
Due Tuesday, 11/2
Week 13 (10/31)
Tutorial 7: Continue the Striped Umbrella site (lists, images, and text)
Due Tuesday, 11/9
Week 14 (11/7)
No School Wednesday-Friday, 11/9-11
Tutorial 8: Continue the Striped Umbrella site (Links, anchors, rollovers, and
navigation bar)
Due Tuesday, 11/16
Week 15 (11/14)
Tutorial 9: Continue the Striped Umbrella site (tables and cell format)
Due Tuesday, 11/30
Introduce Project 2: Dreamweaver Personal Web site
Due Friday, 12/10
Week 16 (11/21)
Thanksgiving Holiday
Week 17 (11/28)
Employment Research questions due Friday, 12/3 (All 20 questions answered
thoughtfully and accurately in a Word doc)
Work on Project 2
Week 18 (12/5)
Storyboard Employment Research Presentation (PPT Introduction + Basic Skills)
Work on Project 2
Week 19 (12/12-15)
Finals Week
Critique Project 2
Employment Research Presentations
Winter Holiday 12/17 - 1/9
I have read and understand the course syllabus. If I have any questions I will
contact the instructor at Lisa_Tucker@cry-rop.org or 909-799-2300 X35524.
Student name (please print):
Student Signature:
Parent/Guardian Signature:
Additional Rules for Web Design
Most students make wise choices regarding time management, but there are some
who abuse the opportunity to use the internet by checking email, playing online
games, downloading music, etc. Distracting devices can be a problem as well. Many
students come to class with earbuds attached to an ipod or MP3 player. When
instruction is given, some students do not get the information because they cannot
hear it. Cell phones can also be a problem and are against Citrus Valley High School
rules.
In order to help students focus, the following rules will take effect immediately:
Inappropriate Internet Use
1st Offense = Web access denied for the rest of the period
2nd Offense = Web access denied for the rest of the week, and the parent/guardian
will receive a phone call.
3rd Offense = Web access denied for the rest of the semester, and the
parent/guardian will receive a phone call.
Earbuds, ipods, MP3 players, cell phones
These items are not allowed in class at any time. If they are visible, the student will
be asked to remove the item and it will be taken to the office by the instructor.
Parents or guardians can pick up the items after school.
Parent/Guardian Signature:
Student Signature: