MAD2053 – Web Design Week 1 - Introduction

Class Day MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS (Mr. Imran) 4pm to 6pm – Lecture/In Class Discussions/ Consultations at AR0002 WEDNESDAYS (Mr. Imran) 2pm to 4pm – LAB 2006 4pm to 6pm – LAB 2006

synopsis This course deals with web- related concepts and techniques. Students are to have hands on practice on industry standard software to equip them with necessary skills for web design. Focus is also placed on usability, accessibility and web design process. In addition, students will learn how to publish their website 'live' so that they are able to apply this knowledge professionally.

objectives To equip students with the required skills to be a competent web designer. To gain a greater understanding of the roles played by aesthetics and functionality in web design To instil professionalism in web design, development and management.

Learning Outcomes: Distinguish the appropriate web design scripts to be used in building a website. Adhere to the acceptable web design standards to ensure quality, compatibility and user-friendliness. Assemble a working and complex website using advanced techniques in appropriate software available.

Passing grade : C Attendance requirement: 80% Tuition fees: 100% within 30 days of invoice issuance. (before exam)

Class rules Come to class on time. Consultations are important. NO SURPRISES, or we will surprise you with your grades. Room consultations are on appointment basis. Original MC from a panel clinic – to be submitted the next class day. Original work only. Do not use other people’s idea, images, templates, etc. unless otherwise stated

PENALTIES Later than 30mins for class: ABSENT Late for presentation: -10% Incomplete submission: -10% As the system has changed, there will be NO ACCEPTING of LATE submissions.

Software you need for this class: Adobe Dreamweaver Adobe Edge Animate Adobe Edge Reflow Adobe Muse Note: We will also be exploring online website builders

Recommended references Reference books on HTML and CSS coding Reference books on HTML5

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOPS… if you can One more thing… PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOPS… if you can

What will you be doing this trimester? As this is a 100% coursework class, you will be having: 2 small assignments 1 group project + presentation Lab exercises Quizzes

Homework for next week’s class In your groups, choose ONE good website and ONE bad website. Preferably choose a website that is related to AD (eg. Product website, campaign website etc) Go to: http://mile.mmu.edu.my/c/interface_design/ Go through the module. Join Conceptboard.com and in your groups, use conceptboard.com to map out the good and bad practices done by those websites. Present in class next week

Lecturers Ms. Heidi Tan Mr. Imran yjtan@mmu.edu.my Room: 1043 imran.othman@mmu.edu.my Room: 4028