WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Computer Information Technology 157B
Course Description and Outline |
CIT 157B: Graphics For the Web
| Credits |
3 |
| Schedule of Classes |
Fall 2008
Schedule History
(See when this course was offered over the last 3 years) |
| Academic Discipline |
Computer Information Technology
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| Academic Division |
Business and Computer Technology |
| Prerequisites |
IS 101 or consent of instructor |
| Transfer Information |
Courses with a 'B' Designator after the number: This course may apply toward a WNC degree or certificate program depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may not transfer or apply to programs at four-year universities within Nevada (UNR, UNLV). In some cases, this course may transfer and apply to programs at two and four year colleges within Nevada and may transfer to out of state schools. For information about how this course may transfer or apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor. |
2008-2009 | I : Catalog Course Description |
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| Introduces students to the specific requirements of web graphics, including, but not limited to, file properties and formats, file management, cross-platform issues, and accessibility issues. Students will participate in hands-on creation and modification of graphics as well as integration of graphics into web pages. All lessons include relevant information regarding accessibility and project management. |
| II : Course Objectives |
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This course introduces students to the specific requirements of Web graphics, including but no limited to, file properties and formats, file management, cross-platform issues, and accessibility issues. Students will participate in hands-on creation and modification of graphics as well as integration of graphics into Web pages. All lessons include relevant information regarding accessibility and project management.
- 1. Understand the selection criteria involved in employing commonly used Web graphics file formats, when to use each type, and how they might best be manipulated to serve the designer's purpose.
- 2. Demonstrate basic graphic manipulation skills by creating and modifying graphics for Web publication while adhering to industry design standards for color pallets, file size, page structure, layers, etc.
- 3. Be aware of best policies and practices concerning the use of graphics as they pertain to Web page accessibility and the use of screen readers.
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| III : Course Linkage |
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| Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome. |
The emphasis mission is derived directly from the degree mission CIT 157B fulfills the following educational program outcomes:
Know
• The theoretical principles behind creating and maintaining a professional level Web site
Are Able to:
• Use current software to create, publish, and maintain a professional level Web development The importance of social, ethical, legal and accessibility issues in their area |
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