Web and Multimedia Design courses at University of Nevada Las Vegas

Program Overview:
The Internet Design and Technology Certificate program will prepare you for numerous career opportunities in web design and development. We start out with the basics of web and graphic design technologies to form a strong foundation. You will then choose track options in either web design or multimedia design to focus your skills towards an emphasis that suits your career. In a final capstone class you will complete a comprehensive web based project utilizing the knowledge and skills you have learned.

Prerequisites:
This course requires a working knowledge of the Windows operating system including navigating, creating, editing, and saving files and folders, working knowledge of modern web browsers, and an understanding of basic web design terminology. For students who have no prior knowledge or experience in web design, you are required to enroll in Web Essentials prior to taking additional courses in this program.

     You must have also have attended the “Information Session - Internet Design and Technology Certificate,” unless you do not plan to pursue the certificate.

     Our labs are equipped with Windows PC computers. Students have the option of bringing and using their own personal PC or Mac notebook computers to class. Bringing a 1GB or larger flash drive to class for saving files is recommended.
     Although we provide the required software programs in our computer labs during instructional times, you will also need access to the software, if applicable, at home or at work to complete some of the exercises, assignments, and projects.

Program Requirements:
The program requires a minimum of 13.0 CEUs (130 in-class hours) in order to earn a Internet Design and Technology Certificate. The program is divided into a core course section totaling 46 hours and different track options, each totaling 84 hours. The two different tracks offered are Web Design and Multimedia Design. To obtain a certificate, you must complete the core courses plus one of the track options.

There is no limit on how many courses you can take during each semester. If you have taken any of these courses previously at UNLV, they may apply towards the certificate program.

CORE COURSES (REQUIRED) 4.6 CEUs
   1. HTML/XHTML – Level I (1.0 CEU)
   2. Adobe Dreamweaver – Level I (1.6 CEUs)
   3. One of the following image editing programs:
       a. Adobe Fireworks (1.6 CEUs)
       b. Adobe Photoshop – Level I (1.6 CEUs)
   4. Program Final: Showcasing your Portfolio (0.4 CEU)

CHOOSE ONE OF THESE TRACK OPTIONS (REQUIRED) 8.4CEUs

A. Web Design Track
   1. HTML/XHTML – Level II (1.0 CEU)
   2. Adobe Dreamweaver – Level II (1.2 CEUs)
   3. Search Engine Optimization and Online Marketing (1.8 CEUs)
   4. Electives (4.4 CEUs see below for course listing)

B. Multimedia Design Track
   1. Adobe Illustrator - Level I (1.6 CEUs)
   2. Adobe Flash – Level I (1.6 CEUs)
   3. Adobe Flash – Level II (1.6 CEUs)
   4. Digital Video With Adobe Pro Tools - Level I (1.6 CEUs)
   5. Electives (2.0 CEUs see below for course listing)

OTHER ELECTIVE COURSES
1. Adobe Flash – Level III (1.6 CEUs)
   2. Adobe Illustrator – Level II (1.6 CEUs)
   3. Adobe InDesign – Level I (1.6 CEUs)
   4. Adobe Photoshop – Level II (1.2 CEUs)
   5. Communicate with Clarity Workshop (0.4 CEU)
   6. Creating Effective Webpages Using SEO (0.5 CEU)
   7. Designing a Website Workshop (0.6 CEU)
   8. Photoshop CS3 Workshops (0.3 - 0.4 CEU)
   9. Tweeting the Bottom Line: How Twitter Can Build your        Business (0.3 CEU)
  10. Any other required courses beyond the core and track         option requirements.

* Materials included with some courses are handouts and instructor-developed curriculum.

* Completion of the Internet Design and Technology Certificate Program is not an explicit or implicit promise of employment. UNLV Educational Outreach does not provide job placement services.

* Refund Policy: Cancellation of registrations must be received in writing (email is acceptable) no later than two (2) business days prior to the start date of the course in order to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued after this date. All refunds will be minus a $10.00 administrative fee per course.

* Discount Policy: Do not register online if you are seeking any type of discount of the registration fee. To qualify for any discount, you must call our registration desk at 702-895-3394, or register in person at our office located at 851 E. Tropicana Ave., Las Vegas, NV to verify your eligibility for any discount. No refunds will be issued if you register online and then request a discount.