Adobe software maintains consistency across Mac and PC platforms. When taking this course from one of our physical locations, instruction will use PC hardware with Windows-based software. The instructor will highlight any minor Mac keyboard and interface differences as needed. Students attending courses from home or office environments can use either PC or Mac hardware to connect to the hosted Windows-based Adobe software environment.
Course Overview and Objectives:
This comprehensive course includes a thorough review of the Dreamweaver interface, including how to effectively use Design view, Code view, and Live Code view for web development. You will learn to create and edit basic web pages using both Design and Code views. The course then covers how to integrate important page elements, including images, hyperlinks, and media, and how to apply formatting properties such as font types, styles, and color to achieve professional designs.
Lessons provide an essential overview of HTML (Hypertext Markup Language), which is the foundational markup language used to structure all web pages through semantic and structural tags. Basic HTML knowledge is required to use Dreamweaver effectively. You will also master the syntax of CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) rules and learn how to create, edit, and troubleshoot style sheets for consistent formatting.
The course teaches how to use visual aids and helpful hints within Dreamweaver to code more easily and efficiently. You will learn valuable shortcuts for writing and editing code, including the use of the tag selector and code navigator for precision editing. Learn to create, edit, and view CSS rules using the CSS panel and Property panel for visual control. Link global and embedded style sheets to sites, pages, or page templates to save significant time when creating and maintaining large or complex websites. You will learn to view, edit, and upload associated files, including JavaScript files and libraries.
Version Updates and Compatibility:
Our Creative Cloud classes upgrade to the latest CC version as soon as new training materials are released from Adobe. Typically, new content is available within 2 to 4 months of a software release, keeping your training current with industry standards.
Certification Preparation:
Our Adobe classes utilize official training workbooks directly from Adobe, which are aligned with the Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) exams. For individuals pursuing professional certification, we offer comprehensive Certification Bundles that include structured training, practice exams, certification study guides, and official test vouchers; everything needed to successfully obtain Adobe certification.
Course Objectives and Skills:
In this course, you will use Dreamweaver CC to design, build, maintain, and upload professional websites. Upon completion, you will be able to:
- Identify and apply Dreamweaver fundamentals and best practices.
- Create websites using templates and site management tools.
- Create professional web pages using responsive design principles.
- Insert tables and seamlessly import content into web pages.
- Create reusable site assets for efficiency and consistency.
- Link web pages together and publish your website to a server.
Target Audience and Prerequisites:
This course is appropriate for beginners and for self-taught individuals seeking to solidify and expand their Dreamweaver knowledge. Even experienced users frequently find they benefit from a Core Skills Level 1 class to fill gaps in their knowledge and learn new features.
Alternative Flexible Learning Options:
Many professionals cannot take time off work for traditional 2 or 3-day classroom training. We offer Adobe On-Demand self-study classes as an alternative, allowing you to learn at your own pace on your own schedule. Our classes blend official Adobe training materials with comprehensive video tutorials, interactive quizzes, and practical real-world project-based labs to provide a cost-effective alternative to live instructor-led classes.
Prerequisites and Technical Requirements:
Basic computer and file management skills are required for Core Skills level Adobe courses. Students should have proficiency with the following: locating, copying, and opening files; creating and organizing folders; arranging, resizing, minimizing, and maximizing application windows; starting and exiting programs; managing multiple programs simultaneously; and switching between open applications efficiently.
