Digital Media Technology Classes

Digital Media Technology
ACA 115 Success & Study Skills 0 2 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an orientation to the campus resources and academic skills necessary to achieve educational objectives. Emphasis is placed on an exploration of facilities and services, study skills, library skills, self-assessment, wellness, goal-setting, and critical thinking90. Upon completion, students should be able to manage their learning experiences to successfully meet educational goals. ART 171 Computer Art I 0 6 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the use of the computer as a tool for solving visual problems. Emphasis is placed on fundamentals of computer literacy and design through bit-mapped image manipulation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of paint programs, printers, and scanners to capture, manipulate, and output images. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement. CIS 110 Introduction to Computers 2 2 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces computer concepts, including fundamental functions and operations of the computer. Topics include identification of hardware components, basic computer operations, security issues, and use of software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role and function of computers and use the computer to solve problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural science/mathematics (Quantitative Option). CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy 1 2 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an overview of computer concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of personal computers and software applications for personal and fundamental workplace use. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic personal computer skills. CIS 115 Intro to Prog & Logic 2 3 3 Prerequisites: MAT 070, MAT 080, MAT 090, MAT 095, MAT 120, MAT 121, MAT 161, MAT 171, or MAT 175 Corequisites: None This course introduces computer programming and problem solving in a structured program logic environment. Topics include language syntax, data types, program organization, problem solving methods, algorithm design, and logic control structures. Upon completion, students should be able to manage files with operating system commands, use top-down algorithm design, and implement algorithmic solutions in a programming language. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural science/mathematics (Quantitative Option). COE 111 Co-op Work Experience I 0 0 10 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. COE 115 Work Exp Seminar I 1 0 0 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: COE 111, COE 112, COE 113, or COE 114 This course description may be written by the individual colleges. COE 121 Co-op Work Experience II 0 0 10 1 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies. COM 231 Public Speaking 3 0 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts (substitute). DBA 110 Database Concepts 2 3 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces database design and creation using a DBMS product. Emphasis is placed on data dictionaries, normalization, data integrity, data modeling, and creation of simple tables, queries, reports, and forms. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement normalized database structures by creating simple database tables, queries, reports, and forms. DME 110 Intro to Digital Media 2 2 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces students to key concepts, technologies, and issues related to digital media. Topics include emerging standards, key technologies and related design issues, terminology, media formats, career paths, and ethical issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the various media formats that are used in digital media technology. DME 115 Graphic Design Tools 2 2 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides students with an introduction to creative expression and art/design techniques in a digital environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, creating, editing and integrating visual components consisting of bit-mapped and vector-based images, drawings, banners, text, simple animations, and multiple layers. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce a range of visual products using digital processing techniques. DME 120 Intro to Multimedia Appl 2 2 3 Prerequisites: DME 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces storyboarding and multimedia application design. Topics include vector and bit-mapped graphics, interactive multimedia interfaces, layering techniques, image and animation libraries, and scripting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce basic high-quality interactive multimedia applications. DME 130 Digital Animation I 2 2 3 Prerequisites: DME 110 Corequisites: None This course introduces concepts for planning and developing animation sequences. Emphasis will be placed on review of digital animation concepts and exploration of various animation software packages. Upon completion, students should be able to produce simple animations. DME 140 Intro Audio/Video Media 2 2 3 Prerequisites: DME 110 Corequisites: None This course is designed to teach students how to manipulate digital and audio content for multimedia applications. Topics include format conversion and a review of current technologies and digital formats. Upon completion, students should be able to modify existing audio and video content to meet a range of production requirements associated with digital media applications. DME 210 User Interface Design 2 2 3 Prerequisites: DME 110 Corequisites: None This course covers current design approaches and emerging standards related to the design and development of user interfaces. Emphasis is placed on conducting research, and analyzing and reviewing current practices in effective interface design. Upon completion, students should be able to intelligently discuss and evaluate new and existing digital media products in terms of the user interface. DME 220 Interact Multi-Media Prog 2 2 3 Prerequisites: DME 120 Corequisites: None This course is designed to build on concepts developed in DME 120 and teaches students to apply custom programming to develop advanced applications and components. Emphasis is placed on scripting language functionalities associated with a variety of software packages. Upon completion, students should be able to produce advanced, high-quality interactive multimedia applications. DME 230 Digital Animation II 2 2 3 Prerequisites: DME 130 Corequisites: None This course introduces state-of-the-art 3D animation techniques and concepts. Emphasis is placed on utilizing the features of current animation software. Upon completion, students should be able to produce 3D animations as components of a multimedia application. DME 260 Emerg Tech Digital Media 2 2 3 Prerequisites: DME 120 and DME 130 Corequisites: None This course provides students with the latest technologies and strategies in the field of digital media. Emphasis is placed on the evaluation of emerging digital media technologies and presenting those findings to the class. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze emerging digital media technologies and establish informed opinions. DME 270 Prof Prac Digital Media 2 2 3 Prerequisites: DME 120 and DME 130 Corequisites: None This course introduces students to business skills needed to succeed in the digital media workplace. Topics include portfolio development, resume design, and preparation of media contacts. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare themselves and their work for a career in the digital media workplace. DME 285 Systems Projects 2 2 3 Prerequisites: DME 120 and DME 130 Corequisites: None This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant digital media project from the design phase through implementation with minimal instructor support. Emphasis is placed on project definition, testing, presentation, and implementation. Upon completion, students should be able to complete, maintain and implement a digital media project. ENG 111 Expository Writing 3 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090 or ENG 095 Corequisites: None This course is the required first course in a series of two designed to develop the ability to produce clear expository prose. Emphasis is placed on the writing process including audience analysis, topic selection, thesis support and development, editing, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in English composition. ENG 114 Prof Research & Reporting 3 0 3 Prerequisites: ENG 111 Corequisites: None This course, the second in a series of two, is designed to teach professional communication skills. Emphasis is placed on research, listening, critical reading and thinking, analysis, interpretation, and design used in oral and written presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to work individually and collaboratively to produce well-designed business and professional written and oral presentations. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in English composition. GRA 151 Computer Graphics I 1 3 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces the use of hardware and software for production and design in graphic arts. Topics include graphical user interface and current industry uses such as design, layout, typography, illustration, and imaging for production. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and use the computer as a fundamental design and production tool. GRA 250 E-Document Publishing 1 3 2 Prerequisites: GRA 151 Corequisites: None This course provides instruction in electronic publishing of cross-media, cross-platform digital documents and the workflow requirements associated with output options. Topics include the creation, editing, conversion, color separation, output requirements and options, interactivity, and delivery methods. Upon completion, students should be able to create, output, and distribute cross-media, cross-platform digital documents within specifications. GRD 121 Drawing Fundamentals I 1 3 2 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course increases observation skills using basic drawing techniques and media in graphic design. Emphasis is placed on developing the use of graphic design principles, media applications, spatial considerations, drawing styles, and approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to show competence and proficiency in finished works. GRD 167 Photographic Imaging I 1 4 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces basic camera operations and photographic production. Topics include subject composition, depth of field, shutter control, light control, color, photo-finishing, and digital imaging, correction and output. Upon completion, students should be able to produce traditional and/or digital photographic prints with acceptable technical and compositional quality. GRD 175 3-D Animation Design 1 4 3 Prerequisites: GRD 151 or GRA 151 Corequisites: None This course explores three-dimensional animation design and production. Emphasis is placed on developing essential skills and techniques using three-dimensional animation software from conceptualization to completion including design, illustration, color, spatial depth, and movement. Upon completion, students should be able to produce animation sequences for computer-related presentations. GRD 265 Digital Print Production 1 4 3 Prerequisites: GRD 152 or GRA 151 Corequisites: None This course covers preparation of digital files for output and reproduction. Emphasis is placed on output options, separations, color proofing, and cost and design considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare files and select appropriate output methods for design solutions. MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics 3 0 3 Prerequisites: MAT 070, MAT 080, MAT 090, MAT 095, MAT 120, MAT 121, MAT 161, MAT 171, or MAT 175 Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction in a non-technical setting to selected topics in mathematics. Topics may include, but are not limited to, sets, logic, probability, statistics, matrices, mathematical systems, geometry, topology, mathematics of finance, and modeling. Upon completion, students should be able to understand a variety of mathematical applications, think logically, and be able to work collaboratively and independently. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics. WEB 110 Internet/Web Fundamentals 2 2 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) standard markup language and services of the Internet. Topics include creating web pages, search engines, FTP, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to deploy a hand-coded website created with mark-up language, and effectively use and understand the function of search engines. WEB 111 Intro to Web Graphics 2 2 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course is the first of two courses covering the creation of web graphics, addressing problems peculiar to WWW display using appropriate software. Topics include web graphics file types, type conversion, RGB color, the browser-safe palette, elementary special effects, image maps, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to create graphics such as banners buttons, backgrounds, and other graphics for Web pages. WEB 115 Web Markup and Scripting 2 2 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces Worldwide Web Consortium (W3C) standard client-side Internet programming using industry-established practices. Topics include JavaScript, markup elements, stylesheets, validation, accessibility, standards, and browsers. Upon completion, students should be able to develop hand-coded web pages using current markup standards. WEB 140 Web Development Tools 2 2 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course provides an introduction to web development software suites. Topics include the creation of web sites and applets using web development software. Upon completion, students should be able to create entire web sites and supporting applets. WEB 180 Active Server Pages 2 2 3 Prerequisites: CIS 115 Corequisites: None This course introduces active server programming. Topics include HTML forms processing and other issues related to developing active web applications. Upon completion, students should be able to create and maintain a dynamic website. WEB 182 PHP Programming 2 3 3 Prerequisites: CIS 115 Corequisites: None This course introduces students to the server-side, HTML-embedded scripting language PHP. Emphasis is placed on programming techniques required to create dynamic web pages using PHP scripting language features. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, debug, and create a dynamic web site using the PHP scripting language. WEB 210 Web Design 2 2 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course introduces intermediate to advanced web design techniques. Topics include customer expectations, advanced markup language, multimedia technologies, usability and accessibility practices, and techniques for the evaluation of web design. Upon completion, students should be able to employ advanced design techniques to create high impact and highly functional web sites. WEB 211 Advanced Web Graphics 2 2 3 Prerequisites: WEB 110 Corequisites: None This course is the second of two courses covering web graphics. Topics include graphics acquisition using scanners and digital cameras, graphics optimization, use of masks, advanced special effects, GIF animation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to create graphics optimized for size, graphic file type, properly converted from digitized sources and create useful animated graphics. WEB 215 Adv Markup and Scripting 2 2 3 Prerequisites: WEB 115 Corequisites: None This course covers advanced programming skills required to design Internet applications. Emphasis is placed on programming techniques required to support Internet applications. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, debug, and document Internet-based programming solutions to various real-world problems using an appropriate programming language. WEB 250 Database Driven Websites 2 2 3 Prerequisites: DBA 110 and WEB 140 Corequisites: None This course introduces dynamic (database-driven) website development. Topics include the use of basic database CRUD statements (create, read, update and delete) incorporated into web applications, as well as in software architecture principles. Upon completion, students should be able to design and develop database driven web applications according to industry standards. WEB 285 Emerging Web Technologies 2 2 3 Prerequisites: None Corequisites: None This course will explore, discuss, and research emerging technologies in the web arena. Emphasis is placed on exposure to up-and-coming technologies relating to the web, providing hands-on experience, and discussion of practical implications of these emerging fields. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate issues relating to these technologies.

Digital Media Technology

ACA 115 Success & Study Skills 0 2 1
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course provides an orientation to the campus resources and academic skills necessary to achieve educational objectives. Emphasis is placed on an exploration of facilities and services, study skills, library skills, self-assessment, wellness, goal-setting, and critical thinking90. Upon completion, students should be able to manage their learning experiences to successfully meet educational goals.

ART 171 Computer Art I 0 6 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course introduces the use of the computer as a tool for solving visual problems. Emphasis is placed on fundamentals of computer literacy and design through bit-mapped image manipulation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of paint programs, printers, and scanners to capture, manipulate, and output images. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transferability as a premajor and/or elective course requirement.

CIS 110 Introduction to Computers 2 2 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course introduces computer concepts, including fundamental functions and operations of the computer. Topics include identification of hardware components, basic computer operations, security issues, and use of software applications. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role and function of computers and use the computer to solve problems. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural science/mathematics (Quantitative Option).

CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy 1 2 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course provides an overview of computer concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of personal computers and software applications for personal and fundamental workplace use. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic personal computer skills.

CIS 115 Intro to Prog & Logic 2 3 3
Prerequisites: MAT 070, MAT 080, MAT 090, MAT 095, MAT 120, MAT 121,
MAT 161, MAT 171, or MAT 175
Corequisites: None

This course introduces computer programming and problem solving in a structured program logic environment. Topics include language syntax, data types, program organization, problem solving methods, algorithm design, and logic control structures. Upon completion, students should be able to manage files with operating system commands, use top-down algorithm design, and implement algorithmic solutions in a programming language. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural science/mathematics (Quantitative Option).

COE 111 Co-op Work Experience I 0 0 10 1
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course provides work experience with a college-approved employer in an area related to the student's program of study. Emphasis is placed on integrating classroom learning with related work experience. Upon completion, students should be able to evaluate career selection, demonstrate employability skills, and satisfactorily perform work-related competencies.

COE 115 Work Exp Seminar I 1 0 0 1
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: COE 111, COE 112, COE 113, or COE 114

This course description may be written by the individual colleges.

COE 121 Co-op Work Experience II 0 0 10 1
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

COM 231 Public Speaking 3 0 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course provides instruction and experience in preparation and delivery of speeches within a public setting and group discussion. Emphasis is placed on research, preparation, delivery, and evaluation of informative, persuasive, and special occasion public speaking. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and deliver well-organized speeches and participate in group discussion with appropriate audiovisual support. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in humanities/fine arts (substitute).

DBA 110 Database Concepts 2 3 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course introduces database design and creation using a DBMS product. Emphasis is placed on data dictionaries, normalization, data integrity, data modeling, and creation of simple tables, queries, reports, and forms. Upon completion, students should be able to design and implement normalized database structures by creating simple database tables, queries, reports, and forms.

DME 110 Intro to Digital Media 2 2 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course introduces students to key concepts, technologies, and issues related to digital media. Topics include emerging standards, key technologies and related design issues, terminology, media formats, career paths, and ethical issues. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the various media formats that are used in digital media technology.

DME 115 Graphic Design Tools 2 2 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course provides students with an introduction to creative expression and art/design techniques in a digital environment. Emphasis is placed on designing, creating, editing and integrating visual components consisting of bit-mapped and vector-based images, drawings, banners, text, simple animations, and multiple layers. Upon completion, students should be able to design and produce a range of visual products using digital processing techniques.

DME 120 Intro to Multimedia Appl 2 2 3
Prerequisites: DME 110
Corequisites: None

This course introduces storyboarding and multimedia application design. Topics include vector and bit-mapped graphics, interactive multimedia interfaces, layering techniques, image and animation libraries, and scripting. Upon completion, students should be able to produce basic high-quality interactive multimedia applications.

DME 130 Digital Animation I 2 2 3
Prerequisites: DME 110
Corequisites: None

This course introduces concepts for planning and developing animation sequences. Emphasis will be placed on review of digital animation concepts and exploration of various animation software packages. Upon completion, students should be able to produce simple animations.

DME 140 Intro Audio/Video Media 2 2 3
Prerequisites: DME 110
Corequisites: None

This course is designed to teach students how to manipulate digital and audio content for multimedia applications. Topics include format conversion and a review of current technologies and digital formats. Upon completion, students should be able to modify existing audio and video content to meet a range of production requirements associated with digital media applications.

DME 210 User Interface Design 2 2 3
Prerequisites: DME 110
Corequisites: None

This course covers current design approaches and emerging standards related to the design and development of user interfaces. Emphasis is placed on conducting research, and analyzing and reviewing current practices in effective interface design. Upon completion, students should be able to intelligently discuss and evaluate new and existing digital media products in terms of the user interface.

DME 220 Interact Multi-Media Prog 2 2 3
Prerequisites: DME 120
Corequisites: None

This course is designed to build on concepts developed in DME 120 and teaches students to apply custom programming to develop advanced applications and components. Emphasis is placed on scripting language functionalities associated with a variety of software packages. Upon completion, students should be able to produce advanced, high-quality interactive multimedia applications.

DME 230 Digital Animation II 2 2 3
Prerequisites: DME 130
Corequisites: None

This course introduces state-of-the-art 3D animation techniques and concepts. Emphasis is placed on utilizing the features of current animation software. Upon completion, students should be able to produce 3D animations as components of a multimedia application.

DME 260 Emerg Tech Digital Media 2 2 3
Prerequisites: DME 120 and DME 130
Corequisites: None

This course provides students with the latest technologies and strategies in the field of digital media. Emphasis is placed on the evaluation of emerging digital media technologies and presenting those findings to the class. Upon completion, students should be able to critically analyze emerging digital media technologies and establish informed opinions.

DME 270 Prof Prac Digital Media 2 2 3
Prerequisites: DME 120 and DME 130
Corequisites: None

This course introduces students to business skills needed to succeed in the digital media workplace. Topics include portfolio development, resume design, and preparation of media contacts. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare themselves and their work for a career in the digital media workplace.

DME 285 Systems Projects 2 2 3
Prerequisites: DME 120 and DME 130
Corequisites: None

This course provides an opportunity to complete a significant digital media project from the design phase through implementation with minimal instructor support. Emphasis is placed on project definition, testing, presentation, and implementation. Upon completion, students should be able to complete, maintain and implement a digital media project.

ENG 111 Expository Writing 3 0 3
Prerequisites: ENG 090 and RED 090 or ENG 095
Corequisites: None

This course is the required first course in a series of two designed to develop the ability to produce clear expository prose. Emphasis is placed on the writing process including audience analysis, topic selection, thesis support and development, editing, and revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent, well-developed essays using standard written English. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in English composition.

ENG 114 Prof Research & Reporting 3 0 3
Prerequisites: ENG 111
Corequisites: None

This course, the second in a series of two, is designed to teach professional communication skills. Emphasis is placed on research, listening, critical reading and thinking, analysis, interpretation, and design used in oral and written presentations. Upon completion, students should be able to work individually and collaboratively to produce well-designed business and professional written and oral presentations. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in English composition.

GRA 151 Computer Graphics I 1 3 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course introduces the use of hardware and software for production and design in graphic arts. Topics include graphical user interface and current industry uses such as design, layout, typography, illustration, and imaging for production. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and use the computer as a fundamental design and production tool.

GRA 250 E-Document Publishing 1 3 2
Prerequisites: GRA 151
Corequisites: None

This course provides instruction in electronic publishing of cross-media, cross-platform digital documents and the workflow requirements associated with output options. Topics include the creation, editing, conversion, color separation, output requirements and options, interactivity, and delivery methods. Upon completion, students should be able to create, output, and distribute cross-media, cross-platform digital documents within specifications.

GRD 121 Drawing Fundamentals I 1 3 2
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course increases observation skills using basic drawing techniques and media in graphic design. Emphasis is placed on developing the use of graphic design principles, media applications, spatial considerations, drawing styles, and approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to show competence and proficiency in finished works.

GRD 167 Photographic Imaging I 1 4 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course introduces basic camera operations and photographic production. Topics include subject composition, depth of field, shutter control, light control, color, photo-finishing, and digital imaging, correction and output. Upon completion, students should be able to produce traditional and/or digital photographic prints with acceptable technical and compositional quality.

GRD 175 3-D Animation Design 1 4 3
Prerequisites: GRD 151 or GRA 151
Corequisites: None

This course explores three-dimensional animation design and production. Emphasis is placed on developing essential skills and techniques using three-dimensional animation software from conceptualization to completion including design, illustration, color, spatial depth, and movement. Upon completion, students should be able to produce animation sequences for computer-related presentations.

GRD 265 Digital Print Production 1 4 3
Prerequisites: GRD 152 or GRA 151
Corequisites: None

This course covers preparation of digital files for output and reproduction. Emphasis is placed on output options, separations, color proofing, and cost and design considerations. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare files and select appropriate output methods for design solutions.

MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics 3 0 3
Prerequisites: MAT 070, MAT 080, MAT 090, MAT 095, MAT 120,
MAT 121, MAT 161, MAT 171, or MAT 175
Corequisites: None

This course provides an introduction in a non-technical setting to selected topics in mathematics. Topics may include, but are not limited to, sets, logic, probability, statistics, matrices, mathematical systems, geometry, topology, mathematics of finance, and modeling. Upon completion, students should be able to understand a variety of mathematical applications, think logically, and be able to work collaboratively and independently. This course has been approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core requirement in natural sciences/mathematics.

WEB 110 Internet/Web Fundamentals 2 2 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course introduces World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) standard markup language and services of the Internet. Topics include creating web pages, search engines, FTP, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to deploy a hand-coded website created with mark-up language, and effectively use and understand the function of search engines.

WEB 111 Intro to Web Graphics 2 2 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course is the first of two courses covering the creation of web graphics, addressing problems peculiar to WWW display using appropriate software. Topics include web graphics file types, type conversion, RGB color, the browser-safe palette, elementary special effects, image maps, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to create graphics such as banners buttons, backgrounds, and other graphics for Web pages.

WEB 115 Web Markup and Scripting 2 2 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course introduces Worldwide Web Consortium (W3C) standard client-side Internet programming using industry-established practices. Topics include JavaScript, markup elements, stylesheets, validation, accessibility, standards, and browsers. Upon completion, students should be able to develop hand-coded web pages using current markup standards.

WEB 140 Web Development Tools 2 2 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course provides an introduction to web development software suites. Topics include the creation of web sites and applets using web development software. Upon completion, students should be able to create entire web sites and supporting applets.

WEB 180 Active Server Pages 2 2 3
Prerequisites: CIS 115
Corequisites: None

This course introduces active server programming. Topics include HTML forms processing and other issues related to developing active web applications. Upon completion, students should be able to create and maintain a dynamic website.

WEB 182 PHP Programming 2 3 3
Prerequisites: CIS 115
Corequisites: None

This course introduces students to the server-side, HTML-embedded scripting language PHP. Emphasis is placed on programming techniques required to create dynamic web pages using PHP scripting language features. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test, debug, and create a dynamic web site using the PHP scripting language.

WEB 210 Web Design 2 2 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course introduces intermediate to advanced web design techniques. Topics include customer expectations, advanced markup language, multimedia technologies, usability and accessibility practices, and techniques for the evaluation of web design. Upon completion, students should be able to employ advanced design techniques to create high impact and highly functional web sites.

WEB 211 Advanced Web Graphics 2 2 3
Prerequisites: WEB 110
Corequisites: None

This course is the second of two courses covering web graphics. Topics include graphics acquisition using scanners and digital cameras, graphics optimization, use of masks, advanced special effects, GIF animation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to create graphics optimized for size, graphic file type, properly converted from digitized sources and create useful animated graphics.

WEB 215 Adv Markup and Scripting 2 2 3
Prerequisites: WEB 115
Corequisites: None

This course covers advanced programming skills required to design Internet applications. Emphasis is placed on programming techniques required to support Internet applications. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, debug, and document Internet-based programming solutions to various real-world problems using an appropriate programming language.

WEB 250 Database Driven Websites 2 2 3
Prerequisites: DBA 110 and WEB 140
Corequisites: None

This course introduces dynamic (database-driven) website development. Topics include the use of basic database CRUD statements (create, read, update and delete) incorporated into web applications, as well as in software architecture principles. Upon completion, students should be able to design and develop database driven web applications according to industry standards.

WEB 285 Emerging Web Technologies 2 2 3
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

This course will explore, discuss, and research emerging technologies in the web arena. Emphasis is placed on exposure to up-and-coming technologies relating to the web, providing hands-on experience, and discussion of practical implications of these emerging fields. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate issues relating to these technologies.