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IT-Web Design (CRT.ITWEB)

The IT-Web Design certificate lays the foundation for entry-level work as a page designer or related job. The coursework provides students with a focused design curriculum featuring web design principles, graphics software and industry best practices. The certificate is an excellent supplement for any IT program and can be applied to any IT degree.

The program follows the ever-evolving nature of technology, so requirements and course content will change over time. A degree audit determines specific degree/graduation requirements.

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Catalog Term Year: 2025 Summer

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First Year
First Semester

CORECIS-160

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIS-099

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIS-049

Credit Hours: 2.00

CORECIS-088

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIS-092

Credit Hours: 3.00

First Year
Second Semester

CORECIS-051

Credit Hours: 3.00

COREITT-053

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIS-090

Credit Hours: 3.00

CORECIS-060

Credit Hours: 2.00

ELE--- ---

Credit Hours: 5.00

FIRST YEAR
First Semester			Hours
CORE	CIS-160	Practical Software Applications CIS-160 Practical Software Applications Provides an opportunity for students to learn computer concepts and to use word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
CORE	CIS-099	Introduction to Web Technology CIS-099 Introduction to Web Technology This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript. (Repeatable 3 times) Course Outline	3.0
CORE	CIS-049	Content Management Systems CIS-049 Content Management Systems This course covers the creation and maintenance of a website using a content management system. Hands-on coursework includes applying plugins, building blogs, theme development, user account setup and management. (Repeatable 3 times) Course Outline	2.0
CORE	CIS-088	Adobe Photoshop CIS-088 Adobe Photoshop This course introduces the basics of Photoshop, an image-editing program. These basics include working with layers, selections, color adjustment, paint tools, filters, and type transforming. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline *	3.0
CORE	CIS-092	Adobe Illustrator CIS-092 Adobe Illustrator Adobe Illustrator software, a PostScript-based drawing program, is used to create sophisticated artwork which can be imported into other programs for further manipulation. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline *	3.0
	Semester Totals		14.0
Second Semester
CORE	CIS-051	Designing for the Web CIS-051 Designing for the Web Tools, techniques, design workflow process and design theory for creating well-designed, interactive web sites utilizing Adobe Dreamweaver. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline * +++	3.0
CORE	ITT-053	Digital Media Arts ITT-053 Digital Media Arts An introduction to using digital technology to produce artistic creations on the computer. Students will learn basic art theories of design, color, typography, and visual elements and how to apply them in a digital environment. Course Outline * +++	3.0
CORE	CIS-090	Adobe InDesign CIS-090 Adobe InDesign Adobe InDesign is a graphic design software used to create design layouts. Students will integrate text, graphics, photos, and other elements to create documents. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline +++	3.0
CORE	CIS-060	Project Management CIS-060 Project Management An overview of project management as it applies to information technology projects. Project management software will be introduced. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	2.0
ELE	--- ---	CIS or ITT Elective --- --- CIS or ITT Elective	5.0
	Semester Totals		16.0

Total Program Hours

30.0

Suggested Electives
ELE	CIS-062	Computer Game Development CIS-062 Computer Game Development A practical exploration of video game development using both original programming and modification of existing game code. A variety of game types will be explored and created with the focus being on understanding, exploration and creativity in the development process. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
ELE	CIS-063	3-D Computer Animation CIS-063 3-D Computer Animation An overview and exploration of the different applications and techniques used in the development of 3D models for game, video and web animation. The course will explore a variety of commonly used tools and will identify their strengths and capacities. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
ELE	CIS-162	Object-Oriented Programming I CIS-162 Object-Oriented Programming I This course teaches the fundamentals of object-oriented programming. It builds on the concepts of data types, functions, arrays, programming structures and debugging from CIS 156 Computer Logic while introducing classes, objects, encapsulation and modular design using the C# language. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
ELE	ITT-063	Innovation I ITT-063 Innovation I This course examines the history, technology, and progression of innovation and innovative ideas in IT, robotics, electronics, and DIY makerspace environments. The tools and techniques used in the innovation lab will be explored. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
ELE	ITT-070	Python ITT-070 Python The course teaches the fundamentals of programming using the Python language. Coursework focuses on building a problem-solving skillset and automation of tasks. (Repeatable 3 times) Course Outline	3.0
ELE	ITT-071	Web Scripting I ITT-071 Web Scripting I This course focuses on applying HTML5, CSS3, Javascript and JavaScript Frameworks for developing web applications and browser extensions. Students will learn JavaScript's latest features through experiential learning. (Repeatable 3 times) Course Outline	3.0
ELE	ITT-066	Indie Game Development Lab ITT-066 Indie Game Development Lab This course is a production class that mimics the game development environment in an indie development house. Methods of production will be covered, options will be discussed and assignments will be made based on skill and ability. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0
ELE	ITT-076	Intro to OS and Security ITT-076 Intro to OS and Security An introduction to computer systems administration including operating system installation, configuration and management and an overview of the security concepts necessary to protect those systems. Leads toward Google IT Support Professional Certificate completion. (Repeatable 3 Times) Course Outline	3.0

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Faculty Contact: Marcy L. Satterwhite
Faculty Email: msatterw@lakelandcollege.edu
Faculty Phone: 217-234-5359

* There are prerequisites, course requisites, or minimum placement test scores for this course.
** Electives must be approved by the Program Coordinator
+ Course only offered fall semester
++ Course only offered spring and summer semester
+++ Course only offered spring semester
++++ Course offered in summer term only
^ SOS 050 Human Relations and PSY 271 Introduction to Psychology cannot be used as a social science elective
^^ Consult Academic Advisor for appropriate course
^^^ Course requires a 30-hour practicum experience in addition to classroom lecture hours
^^^^ ECE 120 and ECE 125 must be taken the same semester

IT-Web Design (CRT.ITWEB)

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Catalog Term Year: 2025 Summer

First YearFirst Semester

First YearSecond Semester

CIS-160Practical Software Applications

CIS-099Introduction to Web Technology

CIS-049Content Management Systems

CIS-088Adobe Photoshop

CIS-092Adobe Illustrator

Semester Totals

CIS-051Designing for the Web

ITT-053Digital Media Arts

CIS-090Adobe InDesign

CIS-060Project Management

--- ---CIS or ITT Elective

Semester Totals

Total Program Hours

CIS-062Computer Game Development

CIS-0633-D Computer Animation

CIS-162Object-Oriented Programming I

ITT-063Innovation I

ITT-070Python

ITT-071Web Scripting I

ITT-066Indie Game Development Lab

ITT-076Intro to OS and Security

CIS-062Computer Game Development

CIS-0633-D Computer Animation

CIS-162Object-Oriented Programming I

ITT-063Innovation I

ITT-070Python

ITT-071Web Scripting I

ITT-066Indie Game Development Lab

ITT-076Intro to OS and Security

CIS-062Computer Game Development

CIS-0633-D Computer Animation

CIS-162Object-Oriented Programming I

ITT-063Innovation I

ITT-070Python

ITT-071Web Scripting I

ITT-066Indie Game Development Lab

ITT-076Intro to OS and Security

First Year
First Semester

First Year
Second Semester

CIS-160
Practical Software Applications

CIS-099
Introduction to Web Technology

CIS-049
Content Management Systems

CIS-088
Adobe Photoshop

CIS-092
Adobe Illustrator

CIS-051
Designing for the Web

ITT-053
Digital Media Arts

CIS-090
Adobe InDesign

CIS-060
Project Management

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CIS or ITT Elective

CIS-062
Computer Game Development

CIS-063
3-D Computer Animation

CIS-162
Object-Oriented Programming I

ITT-063
Innovation I

ITT-070
Python

ITT-071
Web Scripting I

ITT-066
Indie Game Development Lab

ITT-076
Intro to OS and Security

CIS-062
Computer Game Development

CIS-063
3-D Computer Animation

CIS-162
Object-Oriented Programming I

ITT-063
Innovation I

ITT-070
Python

ITT-071
Web Scripting I

ITT-066
Indie Game Development Lab

ITT-076
Intro to OS and Security

CIS-062
Computer Game Development

CIS-063
3-D Computer Animation

CIS-162
Object-Oriented Programming I

ITT-063
Innovation I

ITT-070
Python

ITT-071
Web Scripting I

ITT-066
Indie Game Development Lab

ITT-076
Intro to OS and Security