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Tentative Course Outline:
Determining the site’s purpose
Gathering information
Developing a purpose statement
Constructing an image for the site
Determining site content requirements
Defining Your Audience
Understanding market research
Describing the ideal site visitor
Pulling Together the Content
Wireframes
Gathering all the written content
Obtaining Images
Site content and site map
Registering a Domain and Getting a Hosting Plan
Domain name generator
Hosting plans
Custom placeholder pages
Defining the Site’s Look and Feel
Target audience data
Basic layout and design decisions
Navigation scheme
Design’s look and feel
Mocking up the Design
Value of a Mockup
Creating the Mockup
Designing additional web site graphics
Optimizing Graphics Discussion Groups and UseNet newsgroups
Search Engine Optimization Techniques
Accessibility Standards
Taking the Site to the Web
Relationship to Campus Theme:
The course focuses on knowledge and application of technology
Classroom Policies
Students are required to complete all class activities.
Attendance is required. Quizzes and tests cannot be made-up. Exceptions may apply when students are excused
because of a school function or if an emergency arises. Arrangements must be made with the instructor prior to
class time. Excused absences will be handled on an individual basis.
Student must be in attendance on the day scheduled for the final exam. Failing to be present will result in an F on
the final project.