Harper offers two AAS degree specializations in Web Design and Development, preparing you for a career as a web programmer, web designer, or digital media specialist. Harper also offers certificate program options in Web Design and Interactive Media as well as Web Development.
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Program Paths
Web Design & Development Degree (A.A.S.)
Harper College's associate's degree in web development prepares you for a career developing websites, mobile experiences, and interactive user interfaces. Choose one of two specializations: Web Development or Web Design and Interactive Media. (60-61 credit hours)
Web Development Certificate
Develop the skills needed to begin a successful career in Web development with this 27-credit-hour certificate program. You’ll get a beginners-level overview of web development with an emphasis on scripting and programming techniques. This is an ideal program for individuals looking to enter the web development field. It’s also a great choice for people whose current job scope has expanded to include website responsibilities.
Web Design & Interactive Media Certificate
Take the first step toward a successful career in web design and interactive media by completing this 27-credit-hour certificate program. Learn the technology and today’s Internet and website design protocols by producing professional communications and innovative interactive web solutions. You’ll also develop an understanding of the technical aspects of interactive web design. This is an ideal program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in web design/interactive media, or for people whose current jobs have expanded to include website responsibilities.
WEB 150: Web Foundations
Introduces the foundational skills needed to create web pages utilizing HyperText Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Topics include Web design best practices, web site hosting, Internet protocols, graphics, media and security. Students utilize the skills learned to create a business-oriented web site project.
WEB 150 Student Website Work
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WEB 170: UX Fundamentals and Prototyping
Emphasizes techniques of sketching to develop digital wireframes and mockups to create an interactive prototype of a business-orientated website with the focus on user experience and interface design. Uses current prototyping tools to match industry standards. Explores utilization and best practices of web graphics. Examines usability testing.
WEB 170 Student Website UX Research & Redesign Presentation Examples
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WEB 180: Web Multimedia
Introduces the nature and attributes of motion graphics in this project-based course. Through hands-on activities, students will learn to generate, manipulate and embed still and motion graphics for their website design and other media delivery system.
WEB 180 Student Website Work
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WEB 240: E-commerce Strategies and Technologies
Provides the student with a foundation in the fundamentals of electronic commerce development. Software security, payment systems, promotion, and support strategies are considered. Website design and navigation considerations for shopability, sales, shipping/costs, etc., and marketing touch points are introduced to understand search engine optimization (SEO). Ad words, social media/email marketing and tools such as Google analytics, customer conversion, are understood. Identifying top ecommerce platforms and understanding the pros and cons are explored.
WEB 240 Student Website Work
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