Web Development
This course explores the development of websites in a client-based scenario. Students will use a variety of web development production tools and processes, following the best practices in the industry, to build websites that are accessible, user-friendly and responsive for usability on different devices. Group and individual activities will guide the exploration process, and students will exhibit learned skills through developing their own basic website in which they will upload files and generate a URL for sharing with others.
Learn more about a Graphic Communication major/minor and career path here.
Learning Outcomes in this course
Understand the evolution of the internet and the basis of how it works.
Identify the workflow used when working with a client.
Gain practical experience in using HTML and CSS to build functional and visually appealing websites, mastering the basics of web development.
Create responsive, accessible websites that adhere to current best practices, ensuring optimal user experiences across devices and for users with disabilities.
Research and compare different creative solutions currently being used in the field.
When
Session One
July 6 - July 18, 2025
Tuition
On-Campus Residential
$5,298 USD
Commuter
$2,998 USD
Proposed Activities
Visit a local web development business.
Speak with web development professionals about various roles and careers.
Create a unique, live and shareable website.
Instructor
April Elliott, Lecturer at Cal Poly SLO
April Elliott is a lecturer in the Graphic Communication department at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. April is a Cal Poly alumnus where she earned her BS in Graphic Communication with concentration in Web and Digital Media, and her Master of Arts in Education with specialization in Curriculum and Instruction.
April has over 20 years industry experience, from large format printing design to web design to screen printing. In the GrC department, she currently teaches Intro to Graphic Communication, Digital Publishing Systems, Intro to Applied Social Media, Design Reproduction Topics in GrC, and Web Development & Design.
