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.
Catalog Term Year: 2022 Summer
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
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
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
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
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
CIS-092
Adobe Illustrator 
CIS-092
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Illustrator is the industry-leading drawing software used to create artwork that can be imported into other programs. Topics covered include creating text, drawing, transforming objects, working with layers, recoloring, graphic styles and preparing graphics for the web and print. (Repeatable 3 Times)

Course Outline
*
3.0

Semester Totals
14.0
Second Semester
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
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
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
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
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CIS or ITT Elective 
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CIS or ITT Elective


5.0

Semester Totals
16.0

Total Program Hours

30.0