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Introduction to Adobe Flash CS4 CBT Training

Introduction to Adobe Flash CS4 CBT Training
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$249
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COURSE OVERVIEW

During this course, you'll learn about the basic tools and features of Adobe Flash CS4 and develop skills to design simple animations. Additionally, you'll be taught about image and color modes, text and object management, and specific Flash features, including Tweening and Onion Skinning. Instructors demonstrate how to use Adobe Flash CS4 to design and alter graphics, including complicated animation sequences.

 

This course was developed for developers and designers unfamiliar with the Flash CS4 interface. There are no prerequisites to take this course, so it's ideal for people interested in animation or design careers, or those experienced with Adobe Flash CS4 desiring to enhance their skills.

PACKAGE INCLUDES

  • 3 DVDs that feature instructor demonstrations, video, and full audio
  • Printable study and reference materials
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YOUR INSTRUCTOR

 

 
Erin Olsen

Erin Olsen - M.Ed.
Erin has taught computer training courses for more than 15 years. She is the founder of Powerhouse Publishing, a company specializing in desktop publishing. Since many people now create graphics on their computers and print them, Erin now primarily focuses on teaching others how to operate graphic design technology. She combines her technical knowledge, work experience, and education in adult learning to teach critical design concepts in engaging, and comprehendible ways.

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COURSE OUTLINE

Lesson 01 - Exploring the Flash CS4 Environment
 
Exploring the Flash CS4 Environment
What is Flash?
Flash "Flavors"
Flash File Formats
The Flash Welcome Screen
Create New Options
All the World is a Stage
The Stage
The Timeline
Types of Frames
The TIMELINE Panel
The PROPERTIES Panel
The Edit Bar
Demo: Exploring the Interface and Views
Flash Panels
Library and Tools Panels
Demo: Customizing Flash Panels
Lesson 01 - Review
 
Lesson 02 - Working with Drawing and Painting Tools
 
Working with Drawing and Painting Tools
Merge Drawing Mode
Object Drawing Mode
Demo: Comparing Drawing Modes
Location, Location, Location
Drawing and Painting Tools
Brush Tool Modifiers
Miscellaneous Notes
Color Models
RGB and CMYK Color Models
HSB and Hexadecimal Models
The COLOR Panel
Color Swatches
The Gradient Transform Tool
Demo: Using the Drawing and Painting Tools
The Pen Tool
Demo: Creating Lines and Shapes Using the Pen Tool
Lesson 02 - Review
 
Lesson 03 - Manipulating Objects
 
Manipulating Objects
Selection Tools
Other Selection Tools
Layers
Layer Types
Working with Layers
Demo: Selection Tools
Interacting Objects
Stacking Order
Demo: Working with Interacting Objects and Layers
Transforming Objects
Transform Example
Demo: Transforming Objects
Lesson 03 - Review
 
Lesson 04 - Understanding Vector and Bitmap Images
 
Understanding Vector and Bitmap Images
Raster Graphics
Vector Graphics
Raster Example
Vector Example
Another Raster Graphic
Another Vector Graphic
Working with Raster Images
The Trace Bitmap Feature
Trace Bitmap Options
Demo: Comparing Image Types and Working with Bitmaps
Lesson 04 - Review
 

Lesson 05 - Working with Text
 
Working with Text
Review of Text Attributes
Text Properties
Variable and Fixed-Width Text
Font Types
Font Rendering
Demo: Creating Text Fields
The Break Apart Text Feature
Text Conversion
Demo: Converting Text into Shapes
Lesson 05 - Review
 
Lesson 06 - Working with Symbols and Instances
 
Working with Symbols and Instances
What is a Symbol?
Symbol Types
The Library
Symbol Preview
Demo: Creating a Symbol
Instances
Instances on the Stage
Demo: Creating an Instance
Lesson 06 - Review
 
Lesson 07 - Using Animation Basics to Create Animations
 
Using Animation Basics to Create Animations
Animation
The Concept of Frames
Frames and Keyframes
Frame-by-Frame Animation
The Onion Skinning Feature
Working with Frames
Demo: Working with Frames and Keyframes
What is Tweening?
Motion Tweens
Motion Paths
Tweening Example
Motion Path Example
Demo: Creating a Motion Tween
Shape Tweening
Demo:Creating a Shape Tween
Lesson 07 - Review
 
Lesson 08 - Working with Multiple Layers
 
Working with Multiple Layers
Layer Organization
Distributing Objects to Layers
Demo: Working with Multiple Layers
Mask Layers
Demo: Creating a Mask Layer
Lesson 08 - Review
 
Lesson 09 - Using ActionScript
 
Using ActionScript
Programming Primer
OOP Basics
What Does it Mean?
Scripting
ActionScript Basics
ActionScript
The ActionScript Environment
The ActionScript Authoring Environment
Demo: Reviewing the Basics of ActionScript
ActionScript Elements
Data Types
Complex Data Types
Operators
Functions and Methods
Conditionals
Conditional Statements
Conditionals Code
Events and Event Handlers
Demo: Using Conditional Statements in ActionScript
Lesson 09 - Review
Course Closure



Product Code: AD-FLA-CS4