Texts:
Photoshop CS2 for Windows & Macintosh (Visual QuickStart Guide)
by Elaine Weinmann, Peter Lourekas
Paperback: 656 pages
Publisher: Peachpit Press (June 7, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN: 0321336550
Specific Course Goals
Students will create a variety of online web documents, building from simple
web pages to complex presentations and interactive hypermedia which include
basic levels of interface design. They will gain competence with current
computer technology relating to online publishing including: HTML scripting,
text manipulation, design principles and practices, orientation and navigation
skills, manipulation of images, animation, and user testing. Students will
share their learning experiences with others and demonstrate and present
their design strategies and knowledge through professional written and oral
communication.
Professional Writing Goals
PW1. Students will know the various genres and publication conventions of professional
writing.
PW2. Students will understand audience’s expectations in light of the
ethical, legal and cultural implications of rhetorical choices.
PW3. Students will have the ability to write, edit, design, and publish effective
professional publications using contemporary computer technologies.