Adobe Dreamweaver Core Skills: Level 1

*** Platform Note: This class for Mac or PC Users *** Adobe software is virtually the same on the Mac and PC platforms. When taking this class from an ONLC center you will be using PC hardware with Windows software. When taking this course from home or office, students can use either their PC or Mac hardware to attach to the hosted Windows-based Adobe software. Minor Mac keyboard and interface differences will be highlighted by the instructor. This class includes a thorough review of the Dreamweaver interface including how to use Design, Code and Live Code views. You will learn to create and edit basic pages in Design and Code views. You will then learn to integrate page elements, including images and links, and how to apply properties including font types, styles and color. _ Lessons include an overview of the basics of HTML, which is the markup language used to structure all web pages through the use of tags. Basic knowledge of HTML is required to use Dreamweaver effectively. You will also learn the syntax of CSS (Cascading Style Sheet) rules, and how to create, edit and troubleshoot style sheets. _ You will learn how to use visual aids and hints to help you code more easily. Learn shortcuts for writing and editing code including use of the tag selector and code navigator. Create, edit and view CSS rules using the CSS panel and Property panel. Link global or embedded styles sheets to sites and pages, or to page templates to save time creating and managing large or complex sites. Learn to view, edit and upload associated files including JavaScript files. *** Version Note *** Our Adobe classes are for users of the CC and CS6 versions. These classes run on the CC version of the software but are relevant for CS6 users as well. In addition, we upgrade our software shortly after new training materials are released from Adobe. Typically new content is available within 2 to 4 months of a software release. Interested in More Training? For individuals seeking comprehensive training, we offer bundles so you can attend multiple Adobe Dreamweaver classes at a discount. For more information on savings, go to: Adobe Dreamweaver Bundle

Customizing Your Workspace Touring the workspace Using the Start Screen Exploring New Feature guides Working with toolbars Switching and splitting views Selecting a workspace layout Working with panels Using the Property inspector Using the Related Files interface Using tag selectors Using the CSS Designer HTML Basics What is HTML? Where did HTML begin? Frequently used HTML elements What's new in HTML5 - Brief Overview 2B HTML BASICS Bonus Online Lesson CSS Basics What is CSS? HTML vs. CSS formatting HTML defaults CSS box model Applying CSS styling Multiples, classes, and ids, oh my! 3B CSS BASICS Bonus Online Lesson (Optional) Web Design Basics Developing a new website Scenario Working with thumbnails and wireframes Creating a Page Layout Evaluating page design options Working with predefined layouts Working with Text, Lists, and Tables Previewing the completed file Creating and styling text Creating lists Creating and styling tables Spell-checking webpages Finding and replacing text Optional self-paced exercise Working with Images Web image basics Previewing the completed file Inserting an image Working with the Insert panel Using the Insert menu Inserting images by drag and drop Optimizing images with the Property inspector Working with Navigation Hyperlink basics Previewing the completed file Creating internal hyperlinks Creating an external link Setting up email links Creating an image-based link Targeting page elements Checking your page Adding destination links to the same page (optional) Publishing to the Web Defining a remote site File transfer via FTP or Dreamweaver