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1 CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE DEPARTMENT Computer Science and Information Systems COURSE NUMBER 154 TITLE Web Development with Fireworks THIS COURSE IS CLASSIFED AS: Degree Applicable [X] Non Degree Applicable [ ] COURSE PURPOSE (check all that apply) Basic Skills [ ] Certificate/Skill Award [ ] Non-Credit [ ] AA/AS Degree [X] Transfer (CSU or UC) [ ] Honors [ ] Distance Education [X] UNIT VALUE 2 Lecture hours 36 Lab hours 18 ENTRANCE SKILLS, PREREQUISITES, OR CO-REQUISITES Prerequisite: CSIS 105 or CSIS 107 Strongly recommended: CSIS 150 and READ 099 if required by reading placement exam or if required by reading level. CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is part of a series exploring the Macromedia Suite (Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks). This course introduces the basic features of Fireworks to create, modify, and export graphic objects to Web design software such as Dreamweaver. Topics include: the Fireworks workspace, vector/bitmap graphics, text enhancements, and building interactive graphics. Two hours lecture, one hour lab arranged per week. CLASS SCHEDULE COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is part of a series exploring the Macromedia Suite (Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks). Topics include: the Fireworks workspace, vector graphics, bitmap graphics, text enhancements, and building interactive graphics. COURSE CONTENT I. Exploring the Fireworks Interface A. Navigating through the IDE (Integrated Desktop Environment) B. The Tools Panel C. The Property Inspector II. Vector Objects A. Image File Formats B. Vector Drawing Tools

2 CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE CSIS 154 Web Development with Fireworks Page 2 III. Bitmap Images A. Document Operations B. Edge Options C. Combining Bitmap Images and Vector Objects IV. Text and Text Effects A. Text Tools B. Identifying and Modifying Text Properties C. Converting Text to Vector Objects D. Creative Text Effects V. Strokes, Fills, and Effects A. Exploring the Effects and Filter Interface B. Using the Style Pane VI. Interactive Web Graphics A. Creating Hotspots and Slices B. Adding Rollovers C. Adding Buttons to a Graphic LAB CONTENT I. Case Studies Utilizing the Fireworks Interface A. Navigating and identifying key parts of the desktop environment. B. Creating original graphics with vectors. C. Working with bitmap images. D. Managing images by using layers. E. Working text and text effects. F. Applying live effects and filters. G. Optimizing and exporting graphics. II. Case Studies Integrating Fireworks with Dreamweaver OBJECTIVES/STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to: Communication (information acquisition) 1. Effectively communicate through written assignments and essays on the significance of Fireworks and other similar programs in Web design to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Web design software. 2. Identify the key features and components of Macromedia Fireworks through labs and written assignments to articulate understanding of the tools used to create various objects and images. Critical and Analytical Thinking 1. Critically examine the various components of the Macromedia suite (Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks) through discussion/participation, written assignments, and examinations to explain how these three programs are integrated to create professional Web sites for business and personal use.

3 CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE CSIS 154 Web Development with Fireworks Page 3 Community/Global Consciousness and Responsibility 1. Evaluate important legal and ethical questions in the use of information technology (IT) through discussion/presentation and written essays for the purpose of appreciating and understanding the responsibility of publishing on the Internet. 2. Improve interpersonal skills through group participation to complete assignments by meeting deadlines for submitting well prepared work according to designated guidelines. Technology/Information Competency/Course Content 1. Create and modify text objects and graphic images through labs, written assignments, and quizzes to illustrate fundamental knowledge of the program s tools. 2. Add strokes, fills, and filters through labs, written assignments, and quizzes to demonstrate the ability to enhance text and graphic images for the Web. 3. Insert, modify, and export text and graphic objects through labs, written assignments, and quizzes to illustrate the ability to integrate Fireworks with Dreamweaver and other similar programs. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION Lecture Directed Study Laboratory assignments PowerPoint presentations Demonstrations Synchronous/Asynchronous METHODS OF EVALUATION/ASSESSMENT 1. Quizzes and examinations that reflect comprehension of specific information, topics, or tools used in the design of text objects and graphic images. 2. Laboratory assignments that demonstrate an understanding of the concepts, skills, and knowledge acquired during instruction. 3. Verbal and written responses in directed discussion and inquiries. A course grade may not be based solely on attendance. REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIALS Macromedia Fireworks MX 2004, Bucki, 2003, Premier Press Instructor suggested/provided laboratory assignments Software: Macromedia Suite Studio 8 (Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks) The reading for this course is: PRIMARILY COLLEGE LEVEL Adopted: May 2007

4 CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT REQUISITE APPROVAL The Requisite Approval form must be completed for any course that carries a prerequisite, corequisite, or limitation on enrollment as indicated on the Course Approval form. COURSE PURPOSE (check all that apply) Basic Skills [ ] Certificate/Skill Award [ ] Non-Credit [ ] AA/AS Degree [x] Transfer (CSU or UC) [ ] Honors [ ] Distance Education [x] Department: Computer Science and Information Systems Course number: CSIS 154 Title: Web Development with Fireworks I. RECOMMENDED REQUISITE(S): Prerequisite: CSIS 105 or CSIS 107 Strongly recommended: CSIS 150 READ 099 if required by reading placement exam or if required by reading level. II. TYPE OF REQUISITE AND THE APPROPRIATE LEVEL OF SCRUTINY B. SEQUENTIAL/CONCURRENT CSIS 105 or CSIS 107 H. ADVISORY. CSIS 150 READ 099 III. LIST THE SPECIFIC SKILLS, CONCEPTS; INFORMATION, AND/OR STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES ATTAINED IN THE REQUISITE COURSE(S) AND/OR MEASURED BY THE REQUISTE TEST THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR STUDENT SUCCESS FOR THIS COURSE: Strongly recommended: Successful completion of READ 099 SLO s Successful completion of CSIS 150 SLO s Successful completion of CSIS 105 SLO s or Successful completion of CSIS 107 SLO s

5 DISTANCE LEARNING COURSE OUTLINE ADDENDUM Each proposed or existing course, if delivered by distance education, shall be separately reviewed and approved by the Curriculum Committee prior to being offered. (Education Code 55378) Course number CSIS 154 Course Name Web Development with Fireworks Address the following questions: 1. Need/Justification How will students benefit by providing this course using distance education technology? Students will have an opportunity to utilize the software to enhance a Web site from home and receive immediate feedback from the instructor and other classmates throughout the course. 2. Methods of Instruction: Instructor-Student Contact Asynchronous communication Synchronous communication X X Orientation sessions X Discussion area/bulletin board X Group/Scheduled class meetings X Frequently Asked Questions Telephone sessions X Other - List Learning Management Systems X Chat room X Other - List Virtual Office Hours 3. Content Delivery and Assignments Course Objectives Sources of Content Assignments Assessments Identify and use the various tools and buttons in Fireworks Create and modify vector and bitmap graphics Create and modify text objects Create hotspots and rollovers Export Fireworks objects to Web design software such as Dreamweaver Identify and evaluate the significance of each software component of the Macromedia Suite 4. Methods of Evaluation. Address those methods which are changed because of the online mode., synchronous & asynchronous class discussions Essay, quizzes, synchronous & asynchronous class discussions Proctored online exams, required dialog with professor and other classmates through synchronous and asynchronous communication. 5. Technical Support. Explain how any equipment/staff currently not provided will be obtained. Computers are available for students and staff to participate and complete all assignments 6. How have you dealt with accessibility issues? Accessibility will be compliant with Jaws. This site will be used on Blackboard which is ADA compliant. 7. Is there a materials fee for the face-to-face course? No If yes, is the online section exempt? 8. What additional are needed? Workshops are provided to students on how to be successful in online classes.