Wordpress is currently the most widely used content management system (CMS) in the graphic design industry. It is used to power online presences on a variety of scales, from small entrepreneurial businesses to large scale enterprises. In this course, students will be introduced to the basic functionalities included in a default Wordpress installation and will also be guided through the process of selecting and installing themes and plugins to change the look, layout, and functionality of the website. The course will also teach students to customize existing Wordpress templates using hand-coded CSS, page-builder plugins, and customizable theme settings. Domain names, web hosting, and FTP software will be reviewed.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Web design principles
- Content management systems (CMS)
- Wordpress themes and plugins
- Hosting, domain names, and FTP
- Website security
- Child themes and custom CSS
- Page builders
- File and database backups
- Common technical issues and Wordpress troubleshooting
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40879 |
May 4, 2026 to May 28, 2026 |
Lecture Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
1. Interview with department to discuss previous experience
2. A portfolio assessment of previously completed related work OR
3. The demonstration of skills via the successful completion of 1-4 related projects/assignments similar to those completed in the course, chosen at the discretion of the department
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.