Web Design Specialist Diploma
Diploma Overview
If you’re interested in a career where you can combine your creative flair with strong technology skills, our Web Design Specialist Diploma could be the right choice for you. You’ll learn essential skills covering industry-standard software so you can get your dream job within either a specialist web design agency or in-house for a company with a creative department.
With your completed Diploma you’ll be able to apply for jobs with the confidence that you have the skills needed to design websites, work with HTML code and gain an understanding of Flash for all types of web browser.
This Diploma consists of courses created by one of our Partnership companies who produce self-paced, online video tutorials. Students doing these courses via Pitman Training have the exclusive benefit of being able to access technical support from dedicated certified support technicians 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, meaning you’ll never be stuck waiting for office hours.
- Flexible training which fits around your work and family commitments
- Online support 24/7, plus additional support from Pitman course advisors
- The latest skills employers are looking for
Get the Pitman Advantage™
If you’re a creative person with an eye for design and a passion for technology, the Web Design Specialist Diploma is a great choice. The world of digital offers enormous opportunities as businesses continue to embrace the wealth of new technology available to them. This role will allow you to not only express your creative side; but also enable you to gain the technical knowledge that is required to make things happen online. With our Web Specialist Diploma your skills will be increasingly in demand as the world of new technology continues to grow.
On completion of this Diploma you will receive a Pitman Training certificate*.
* Please note that Vendor specific exams may need to be organised separately.
The core subjects for this Diploma are: -
CIW Foundations
Learn and understand the basic points of knowledge that comprise Internet technologies. You will learn how to build basic Web pages, work with HTML/XML Code. Apply some of the design factors for usability and navigation states in electronic media. Identify the importance of Quality of Service (QoS), performance issues and their effect on today's web based economy.
Web Site Design
Learn how to build user friendly, interactive sites that visitors can easily navigate. You will learn important concepts about layout, colour, and site planning. Explore how to use Photoshop, Flash, and Expression Web to make web sites come alive. Work with HTML, XHTML, CSS, and Div Tags. You will also be introduced to JavaScript and Java
Dreamweaver
Learn the features and functions of Dreamweaver including importing any FLV file directly into Dreamweaver and quickly integrate a player skin of your choosing. Test your pages in Adobe BrowserLab on multiple browsers and operating systems. Create standards-based Web pages with updated CSS-based starter pages.
Photoshop
This course is ideal for photographers, graphic designers, and Web designers and is considered the world wide industry-standard application that delivers the richest, most robust editing and compositing tools available. As a result, becoming proficient in Photoshop is one of today's most sought-after skills.
Flash
This course will guide you through all of the features of Flash and provide you with numerous tips and tricks that you can use as you become a professional Flash developer. Flash is the industry standard software for interactive authoring and delivery of immersive experiences that present consistently across personal computers, mobile devices, and screens of virtually any size and resolution.
Recommended Electives – choose THREE:
We recommend the following electives with this Diploma. Alternative subjects may be chosen. Please discuss the options with your Course Advisor.
- Computer Keyboard Skills
- Powerful Presentation Skills
- Health and Safety Essentials
- Effective Meeting Skills
- HTML
- Project Management
The Guideline Learning Time for the Web Design Specialist Diploma is: -
- 10 weeks full-time* (250 hours flexi study)
* full-time is based on 20-30 hours a week
Kick your career up a gear. For full details and a free, friendly consultation with the experts, call Pitman Training today on 01937 519758.
