Web design (5 cr)

Objective

After successfully completing the course, you:
- have the know-how to design web sites that take into account end-user and customer needs.
- understand the principles of accessibility, usability and user experience.
- understand the restrictions and possibilities of web design.
- have better knowledge of coding.

Content

- How to design and produce a website that takes into account end user and customer needs?
- When designing for the web, how should you take into account the principles of accessibility, usability and user experience?
- How to design websites that work regardless of the screen resolution?

Evaluation

Student can:
- use professional vocabulary related to web design and development systematically.
- look for information in the key resources related to web design.
- identify interrelated tasks in the web design pipeline.
- work together with customers.
- use software, techniques and production pipeline of the professional field.
- work as an active member of a team in a web production pipeline.
- justify their actions according to usability and accessibility guidelines.

Course material

Lectures, videos, links and tutorials on Learn.

Study forms and methods

Learning route based on a working week
You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule. Your study routine is determined by the scheduled group sessions and by the self-study assignments.

Learning route that accelerates the studies
If you have acquired prior learning in the subject (fully/partially), contact the teacher in charge prior the course to discuss whether you have the competence required and what are the methods of demonstrating that competence. If you are unable to attend all the classes due to other courses, you are required to complete the learning assignments independently.

Work-based learning route
You need to contact the course teacher prior the course to agree on development assignments that you will perform at your work place. You are required to prove your learning both in theory and practice by sharing your knowledge and giving a presentation to the rest of the class.

Student workload

The foundations are done together in class. In addition, students complete assignments independently with the help of instructions. In class, student will receive feedback and deepen their expertise.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Completed assignments
Learning portfolio

Qualifications

Prior know-how and skills:
Required studies in Digital media or equivalent.