Introduction

CIS120DC Online is a 3 credit OE/SP course offered through Glendale Community College that is designed to teach the basics of Macromedia Flash. The course can be completed either on campus or completely online. It is designed to be completed completely online using a variety of technologies, such as the web, e-mail and streaming video/audio.

How do I start or register for the class?

You need to register for the class through the GCC enrollment center. You can contact the GCC enrollment center at 623-845-3333 or visit the GCC web site for more information.

You may enroll at any time for the SPRING 2007 semesters:

SPRING 2007 CIS120DC SECTION 1903
SPRING 2007 CIS120DC SECTION 5671

After you've registered read the Syllabus, you can then go to the Lessons section of the web site and begin Lesson 1. If you are working in the GCC High Tech Center, you will have access to the Flash MX 2004 and Flash 8 software through your Palette account. If you are working from off campus, you will need to have the Flash MX 2004 or Flash 8 software installed on the computer you are using. Macromedia offers a 30 day demo for Flash, but you may need more time to complete the class than the allotted 30 days. Although the text book is written for Flash 8, you can complete the course using Flash MX 2004 or Flash 8.

Can I contact the instructor?

Yes, please feel free to contact your instructor if you have any questions at all. Spring 2007 students can reach Alicia Ottenberg through email at CIS120DC@acad.gccaz.edu or phone, 623-845-3252. Fall 2006 students can reach Mike Aragon through email at, mike.aragon@gcmail.maricopa.edu or phone, 623-845-3462.

About Flash

Macromedia Flash is a multimedia graphics program specially for use on the Web. Flash enables you to create interactive "movies" on the Web. Flash uses vector graphics, which means that the graphics can be scaled to any size without losing clarity/quality. Flash does not require programming skills and is easy to learn.

Flash vs. Animated Images and Java Applets

Animated images and Java applets are often used to create dynamic effects on Web pages. The advantages of Flash are:

• Flash loads much faster than animated images
• Flash allows interactivity, animated images do not
• Flash does not require programming skills, java applets do

Is there an advanced or level II Flash Class?

Yes. CIS220DC is an Advanced Flash class focusing on ActionScript. If you have previous Flash experience or after completing CIS120DC would like to continue to learn more about Flash and ActionScripting then CIS220DC is for you. Click Here for more information.

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