Associate in Applied Science
This is a comprehensive, rigorous associate's degree program for students interested in a career in the web development industry. Coursework prepares students for employment as web developers, with options to specialize in web design or web development.
Students completing this program will have knowledge in the areas of web coding, web design, user experience, and web programming. These skills will enable them to pursue a variety of Internet-related career fields. Industry-standard software is used and coursework emphasizes industry best practices.
For successful continuation in the program, a minimum grade of "C" is required for all web courses.
This is a high demand, high skill and high wage program as defined by the Michigan Community College Network.
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2023-2024 Academic Requirements
This degree prepares students for the multi-faceted industry of Web design and development. The content in web coding, web programming, web design, and user experience provide a rich variety of classes that prepare students to enter the Web industry with a range of skills and knowledge. By focusing on one or more areas in the degree, students will gain skills that translate to marketable skills and career paths. Completion of one of the following certificates is required to complete this degree.
Client-side Web Developer Certificate - AVAILABLE ONLINE
WEB 110 Web Development I
WEB 210 Web Development II
Any WEB, CIS or CPS course
Interface Designer Certificate
WEB 115 Interface Design I
WEB 215 Interface Design II
Any WEB or GDT course
User Experience Designer Certificate
WEB 113 Web User Experience I
WEB 213 Web User Experience II
WEB 163 User Research and Project Management
Server-side Web Developer Certificate
CPS 276 Web Programming Using PHP and MySQL
WEB 230 Advanced JavaScript
Any WEB, CIS or CPS course
Eastern Michigan University, BS degrees
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: https://www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/articulation-agreements.php.
For successful continuation in the program, a minimum grade of "C" is required for all WEB courses.
- Division
- Business/Computer Technologies
- Department
- Digital Media Arts Dept
- Advisors
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate Course 3 | 3-4 | ||
| Elective | Nat. Sci. Elective(s) | 3 | |
| Elective | Restricted Elective(s) 3 - Choose from any of the following disciplines: ANI, CIS, CPS, ENG 107, ENG 209, GDT, PHO, WEB. | 4 | |
| Elective | WEB Elective(s): Complete a course that is not in your chosen certificate. | 4 | |
| Total | 14 | ||
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| COM 101 | Fundamentals of Speaking | 3 | |
| Elective | Restricted Elective(s) 4 - Choose from any of the following disciplines: ANI, CIS, CPS, ENG 107, ENG 209, GDT, PHO, WEB. | 4 | |
| Elective | WEB Elective(s): Complete a course that is not in your chosen certificate. | 4 | |
| Elective | Open Elective(s) to reach a minimum of 60 credits. | 4 | |
| Total | 15 | ||
- Total Credits Required
- 60