ART 345: Web Design

Goal: To understand how to apply design theory and the design process to the development of web pages. Students will further develop their ability to effectively communicate through visually expressive content, critically analyze design, and build technical skill.
Content: This course explores creating art and design for the web through coding (HTML and CSS), typography, layout, usability, problem solving, and the use of graphics software to develop/optimize graphics for the web. Students will learn how to apply basic design theory to web pages, analyze web design for usability and accessibility. Group and individual critiques will be held to assess the progress of student projects and to analyze design concepts and strategies.
Prerequisite(s): ART 225.
Credit: 3
Degree Level: Undergraduate