Fireworks CS4 Getting Started

Fireworks CS4 - Getting Started is one day course that provides Web Designers/ Graphic Creators with the knowledge and hands-on practice needed to create rich web graphics. You will learn how to use tools in Fireworks to create and edit web graphics with both vector and bitmap images, work with layers, build buttons, add rollovers, slice images, and optimize and export graphics.

To gain the most from the class, you should already have:

• Familiarity with a Windows or Macintosh environment.
• Familiarity with web terminology.

Course Summary
Unit 1: Introducing the Course

• Getting familiar with the course methodology and format
• Understanding the course objectives
• Reviewing the course prerequisites
• Outlining the course content

Unit 2: Learning the Basics

• Introducing Fireworks CS4
• Navigating the Fireworks CS4 interface
• Opening an existing document

Unit 3: Working with Bitmap Graphics

• Creating new images
• Using selection tools
• Modifying bitmap images
• Working with additional bitmap tools

Unit 4: Creating a Logo with Vectors and Layers

• Using vector tools
• Using strokes and fills
• Selecting and grouping
• Using layers
• Using the Text tool
• Using effects and styles
• Combining simple paths

Unit 5: Creating Buttons

• Creating buttons
• Using graphics as buttons

Unit 6: Creating Image Maps and Rollovers

• Adding interactivity
• Slicing objects
• Adding behaviors
• Creating disjointed rollovers
• Creating a pop-up menu

Unit 7: Optimizing and Exporting

• Exporting from Fireworks
• Optimizing graphics
• Exporting graphics
• Exporting as HTML

Availability

Fireworks CS4 Getting Started is available immediately as a closed course which is ideal for training a team.

Alternatively if you are wanting an individual place on a public scheduled class, these are run on an on-demand basis. To be added to the waiting list for the next class just complete the short form below and we will contact you once we have sufficient interest to run a class.