Information Technology

Web Site Development Concentration - Associate in Applied Science Degree

The Web Site Development concentration is designed to prepare graduates as web site developers. Students will gain experience in web site design, creation and implementation. They will also be able to maintain a web server. College credit may be granted through Tech Prep articulation agreements between RACC and approved secondary schools.

Required Program of Study

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Course Number Semester Course Title Credits
IFT100 Fall Introduction to Information Technology 3
IFT110 Microcomputer Applications 3
WEB100 Web Design I (HTML) 3
PRG100 Introduction to Computer Programming 3
BUS100 Introduction to Business 3
ORI102 College Success Strategies 2
WEB115 Spring Web Design II (Dreamweaver) 3
NET100

Computer Networking

 3
WEB215 Web Design Graphics 3
PRG160 JavaScript 3
COM121 English Composition 3
WEB200 Fall E-commerce 3
WEB230 Web Databases (PHP/MySQL) 3
ENV130 The Environment 3
BUS106 Business Communications 3
MGT215 Human Relations in Business 3
HUM - - Humanities Elective 3
WEB220 Spring Flash Animation 3
BUS200 Macroeconomics 3
OR BUS201 Microeconomics  
MAT150 Foundations of Math 3
SOC125 Individual and Society 3
MGT100 Principles of Management 3
WEB210 Web Design Layout 3
Total Credit Hours Required for the Program 68

Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to:

  • Identify principles of computer programming logic.
  • Communicate effectively using appropriate computer technology.
  • Utilize a writing style appropriate for an online writing audience.
  • Create a web site using a variety of web authoring tools (software).
  • Follow principles of good design in the planning and publishing of web sites.
  • Describe multimedia applications appropriate for web sites.
  • Launch a web site on a web server.
  • Prepare documents using desktop publishing software.
  • Employ the skills necessary to be an Internet site developer, designer or webmaster.
  • Discuss electronic commerce concepts and practices.
  • Identify terms used in electronic commerce and related technology.
  • Discuss the global impact of electronic commerce on business.
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills in writing and speaking in a business environment.
  • Utilize business management principles to analyze problems and make decisions.
  • Prepare financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and evaluate the results by performing basic financial statement analysis.
  • Apply economic theory to analyze social, political, financial, and business problems.

Please note: These programs can be pursued on a part-time basis.
Appropriate placement test scores, or the completion of certain developmental courses, are required for all programs of study. Additional prerequisites may be necessary for some courses and can be found in the course descriptions section of the catalog.
It is recommended that students confer with their advisor when selecting electives.