Web Design with HTML and CSS

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Level: Beginner
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy and internet usage
Software Required: Code Editor (e.g., VS Code), Web Browser (Chrome/Firefox), Live Server Extension
Certification: Certificate of Completion from Thakral Global Learning + Preparation for Certiport IT Specialist: HTML & CSS


πŸ“– Course Overview:

This hands-on course is designed to introduce learners to the fundamentals of web design and development using HTML and CSS, the core building blocks of the web. Whether you’re a budding developer, content creator, or designer, this course will help you structure content, create stunning layouts, and build responsive web pages. The curriculum is aligned with Certiport IT Specialist: HTML & CSS, giving students a pathway to globally recognized certification and a career in front-end web development.


βœ… Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Structure content using HTML elements and tags
  • Apply CSS styles for layout, design, and responsiveness
  • Build multi-page websites with navigation, images, forms, and tables
  • Use responsive design principles and media queries
  • Understand semantic HTML and accessibility best practices
  • Prepare confidently for the HTML & CSS certification

🧩 Course Modules:


Module 1: Introduction to Web Technologies

  • What is HTML, CSS, and JavaScript?
  • How the web works (server/client)
  • Overview of web browsers and developer tools
  • Introduction to text editors and project folder setup

Module 2: HTML Fundamentals

  • Structure of an HTML document
  • Tags, attributes, and nesting
  • Headings, paragraphs, links, lists, images
  • Divs and semantic elements (header, nav, section, article, footer)

Module 3: Forms, Tables, and Media

  • Creating forms: input, textarea, select, buttons
  • Form validation (basic)
  • Tables: rows, columns, headers, borders
  • Embedding media: videos, audio, iframes

Module 4: Introduction to CSS

  • Inline, internal, and external stylesheets
  • CSS syntax: selectors, properties, and values
  • Colors, fonts, borders, background images
  • Box model: padding, margin, border

Module 5: Layout and Positioning

  • Display types: block, inline, inline-block
  • Position: static, relative, absolute, fixed
  • Flexbox layout system
  • Introduction to CSS Grid (optional advanced topic)

Module 6: Responsive Web Design

  • Viewport meta tag and mobile-first design
  • Media queries: breakpoints and device targeting
  • Relative units: %, em, rem, vh, vw
  • Hiding, rearranging, and resizing elements responsively

Module 7: Web Design Best Practices

  • Accessibility: alt tags, semantic HTML, readable text
  • SEO basics: meta tags, proper use of headings
  • Clean code structure and commenting
  • Web file organization and naming conventions

Module 8: Real-World Projects + Certification Prep

  • Mini Project 1: Personal Portfolio Website
  • Mini Project 2: Business Landing Page with Form
  • Practice certification questions
  • Full-length mock exam
  • Final project submission & showcase

πŸ“ Assessment & Evaluation:

  • Weekly HTML/CSS challenges and code reviews
  • Two mini-projects for practice
  • Final project website (multi-page)
  • Certification-aligned mock test
  • Instructor feedback on portfolio and coding style

πŸ’Ό Career Pathways:

  • Junior Web Designer / Developer
  • Front-End Intern / Trainee
  • UI/UX Assistant
  • Digital Content Editor
  • SEO Web Publisher

🌟 Why Choose This Course at Thakral Global Learning?

  • Step-by-step training from fundamentals to responsive web design
  • Aligned with Certiport’s IT Specialist: HTML & CSS certification
  • Real projects to build a live web portfolio
  • Hands-on mentorship and mock tests
  • Learn industry practices for accessibility and SEO