Web Design/Development

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Web Design/Development prepares students to design, create, and administer interactive and professional web sites. Courses focus on "hands-on" experience with web publishing, web graphics preparation, scripting, content management systems and e-commerce solutions. The program provides students a pathway to either develop advanced skills in Web Design or Web Development. Certificates of Completion (CCLs) in Foundational Web Technologies, Web Design and Web Development are also available. Some of these programs are available at select colleges. Please check with your local college for program availability

Details

Field of Interest
Computer and Information Technology
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Plan
Web Design/Development (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3185
Total credits required
61-74
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Courses within any of the following prefixes must be taken within five (5) years prior to completion of the program to be applied toward this award: AIM, BPC, CIS, CLD, CNT, CSC, ITS, and MST.

What You'll Learn
  • Design websites using knowledge of computer information systems, including security, computer concepts, web delivery system architecture, and file management.
  • Research, plan, design, develop, test, publish, and maintain websites.
  • Create complex websites using current standards in Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and Javascript.
  • Research and utilize best practices in user interface, user experience, accessibility and search engine optimization to build complex websites.
  • Design and implement e-commerce solutions.
  • Construct a website using a content management system.
  • Apply project management skills to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.
  • Adhere to industry accepted professional, legal, and ethical practices.
  • Communicate professionally in formal and informal situations to diverse audiences.
  • Collaborate with others to address web design challenges.
  • Create digital media content using principles of design.
  • Select design elements and composition appropriate to the project.
  • Manipulate digital media content.
  • Design websites using knowledge of programming.
  • Develop and deploy secure database solutions that use web-based protocols.
  • Implement security solutions to diminish or counter threats against web delivery systems.
  • Use server-side scripting languages to create secure, dynamic web pages.
Required Courses
Course # Course Title Credits
Credits: 22-24
In addition to the required course work students must consult with a program advisor to select one of the specializations within the Restricted Electives area.
CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems 3
CIS120DF Introduction to Adobe Photoshop 3
CIS133DA Internet/Web Development Level I 3
CIS136 Content Management Systems: WordPress 3
CIS166AA Introduction to Javascript 3
CIS233DA Internet/Web Development Level II 3
CIS235 e-Commerce 3
FYE101 Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR
FYE103 Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) 1-3
Restricted Electives
Course # Course Title Credits
Credits: 17-22
Complete all courses in the specialization below that best aligns with your academic and professional goals. Consult with an academic, faculty, or program advisor.
Specialization I: Web Design
ART112 Two-Dimensional Design (3)
OR
AVC100 Introduction to Digital Arts (1) AND
AVC181 Graphic Design I (3)
OR
AVC183 Digital Graphic Arts I (3) 3-4
CIS120DA Introduction to Adobe Premiere (3) OR
CIS120DK Introduction to Digital Video Editing (3) 3
CIS120DB Introduction to Adobe Illustrator 3
CIS120DC Introduction to Adobe Animate (3) OR
CIS220DF Adobe Photoshop Level II: Advanced Digital Imaging (3) 3
CIS138DA Desktop Design and Publishing Using Adobe InDesign 3
Students must select 2 to 6 credits in consultation with your program advisor to further develop skills in the areas of Adobe, Art, Social Media, Marketing, Business and/or Multimedia.
Specialization II: Web Development
CIS119DO Introduction to Oracle: SQL (3) OR
CIS276++ Any Database Management Systems course (3) 3
CIS126DL Linux Operating System (3) OR
CIS126RH Red Hat System Administration I (3) 3
CIS166AE Web Scripting with PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor (PHP) 3
Programming Language: Select two courses for a total of 6 credits
CIS150AB Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals 3
CIS156 Python Programming: Level I 3
CIS159 Visual Basic Programming I 3
CIS162++ Any C Programming course 3
CIS163AA Java Programming: Level I 3
CIS165++ Any Mobile Application Development course 3
CIS256 Python Programming: Level II 3
CIS262AD C# Level II 3
CIS263AA Java Programming: Level II 3
CIS265++ Any Advanced Application Development 3
Students must select 3 credits of any course with a CIS prefix in consultation with their program advisor to further develop skills in the areas of Databases, Information Systems, Programming, and/or Operating Systems.

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.

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