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31 Semester Credit Hours; Curriculum: 0372

Course List
Code Title Hours
Courses for a Certificate
ART 216Introduction to Digital Imaging3
ART 224Introduction to Graphic Design3
ART 250Introduction to Computer Art3
ART 259Introduction to Web Design3
ART 260Introduction to 3D Animation and Multimedia3
ART 267Web Design Layout and Typography3
ART 273Animation for the Web3
CIS 131Introduction to Web Development4
GRD 253Web Design Practicum3
Select one of the following:3
ART 217
Advanced Digital Imaging
ART 251
Advanced Computer Art
ART 268
Digital 2D Animation and Multimedia
ART 270
3D Illustration
CIS 171
Advanced Web Page Development
CIS 211
Java Programming
EGL 211
Writing Digital Content
Elective: contact an academic advisor for a list of acceptable courses
Total Hours31

Web Design Certificate Pathway

The following Pathway is recommended for students pursuing the Web Design Certificate. 

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
Semester OneHours
ART 216 Introduction to Digital Imaging 3
ART 224 Introduction to Graphic Design 3
ART 250 Introduction to Computer Art 3
ART 259 Introduction to Web Design 3
CIS 131 Introduction to Web Development 4
 Hours16
Semester Two
ART 260 Introduction to 3D Animation and Multimedia 3
ART 267 Web Design Layout and Typography 3
ART 273 Animation for the Web 3
Select one of the following: 3-4
ART 217
Advanced Digital Imaging  
ART 251
Advanced Computer Art  
ART 268
Digital 2D Animation and Multimedia  
ART 270
3D Illustration  
CIS 171
Advanced Web Page Development  
CIS 211
Java Programming  
GRD 253 Web Design Practicum 3
 Hours15-16
 Total Hours31-32

Note: Pathway is a recommended sequence of courses. Part-time students should contact the program coordinator to discuss a part-time pathway as well as course prerequisites and recommendations. 

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate understanding of the fundamental principles of graphic design as they relate to web design.
  2. Use the basic tools and techniques of web design, including relevant software.
  3. Create a portfolio of web sites and web pages that demonstrate acquisition of the necessary skills.
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