In this course, you'll use Macromedia Fireworks to create vector graphics, edit bitmap graphics, optimize images, and create and assign rollover effects for the Web. Ipon completion of this course students will be able to:

• Understand the differences between bitmap and vector graphics.
• Use the Info panel to precisely scale objects.
• Use Fireworks to create and manipulate complex vector graphics and apply effects, textures, and patterns.
• Understand the GIF, JPEG, and PNG file formats to choose the right one for each kind of image.
• Import bitmap (raster) graphics and modify them.
• Create selections within bitmap images using the Lasso, Marquee, and Magic Wand tools.
• Import and modify text objects, and merge them with vector graphics.
• Understand image resolution as it pertains to Web based graphics.
• Show and edit rulers, grids, and guides in order to position items with precision on a Web page.
• Create hotspots to which you will assign links, alt text, and link targets.
• Slice complex images into sections and use the Optimize panel and Fireworks' Preview modes to optimize the images individually.
• Create simple and customized rollover and disjoint rollover effects using effects, patterns, and textures.
• Export a multi-frame Fireworks file with rollover effects as an HTML document.  

Target Student:  This course is designed primarily for new or prospective Web designers who want to create, modify, and optimize graphics for use on Web sites using Macromedia Fireworks.

Benefits: After completing this course, students will be able to create, modify, and optimize graphics for use on Web sites. Students will be able to create graphics that include rollovers, text, hotspots, and other visual effects.

To ensure your success, you must have a basic understanding of your computer's operating system. For example, you should know how to launch an application, create and save files, and copy files from CDs and other media.