Course work includes applying the most popular web authoring and information system application tools to web development and the study of professional website management strategies. In addition, current internet technologies, web-programming techniques, and electronic business practices will be studied. Successful students will be able to work in development teams and communicate in the web application arena. Upon completion of the Web Development program, students will:
- Understand the roles of web design and web development,
- Demonstrate ability to administer web sites and domains,
- Demonstrate working knowledge of the differences between internet browsers,
- Demonstrate working knowledge of contemporary, standard driven, HTML and CSS,
- Demonstrate working knowledge of JavaScript along with popular js libraries,
- Understand the role and choices surrounding content management systems,
- Work and communicate effectively in a virtual as well as face-to-face team environment,
- Demonstrate working knowledge of web-based graphic design, photo editing, and design layout,
- Demonstrate working knowledge of data-driven application development,
- Understand contemporary technologies and emerging technology patterns, and
- Understand the role of social networks, ad-campaigns, and search engine optimization and technologies.