Computer Technology Web Developer
Overview
Completing the Computer Technology Web Developer Associate Degree is a great way to provide the foundational skills needed to enter the workforce.
The Web Developer AS Degree can prepare students to become programmers who specialize in the development of web applications using a client-server model. The role is responsible for designing, coding, and modifying websites, from layout to function, and according to a client's specifications. Strive to create visually appealing sites that feature user-friendly design and clear navigation.
Program Type
Associate in Applied ScienceHow to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (17 Credit Hours) |
COL-101 |
College Orientation College Orientation ID: COL-101 Credit Hours: 1 This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success. |
• | • | • | • | 1 |
| CPT-104 |
Introduction to Information Technology Introduction to Information Technology ID: CPT-104 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of basic computer components and peripherals, basic computer functions, I/O concepts, storage concepts, data communications, distributed processing and programming language concepts. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| MAT-110 |
College Algebra College Algebra ID: MAT-110 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; inequalities; systems of equations and inequalities; matrices; determinants; simple linear programming; solutions of higher degree polynomials; combinatorial algebra, including the binomial theorem; and introduction to probability. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| ENG-101 |
English Comp I English Comp I ID: ENG-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| CPT-236 |
Introduction to Java Programming Introduction to Java Programming ID: CPT-236 Credit Hours: 3 Topics will cover java syntax and classes for use in the development of java application and applets. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| CPT-136 |
Computer Programming Laboratory Computer Programming Laboratory ID: CPT-136 Credit Hours: 1 This course provides a closed lab environment for the practice of introductory programming concepts. Students develop solutions to a variety of programs under the guidance of an instructor. |
• | • | • | 1 | ||
| IST-225 |
Internet Communications Internet Communications ID: IST-225 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers introductory topics and techniques associated with the internet and internet communications. Techniques on how to use and access various types of information as well as how to find resources and navigate the internet are included. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours) |
CPT-244 |
Data Structures Data Structures ID: CPT-244 Credit Hours: 3 This course examines data structures widely used in programming. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and sorting and searching techniques. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| ENG-165 |
Professional Communications Professional Communications ID: ENG-165 Credit Hours: 3 This course develops practical written, and oral professional communication skills. The course is oriented to current needs in industry and business, and assignments are drawn from students' majors. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| CPT-242 |
Database Database ID: CPT-242 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces data base models and the fundamentals of data base design. Topics include data base structure, data base processing, and application programs which access a data base. |
• | 3 | ||||
| IST-226 |
Internet Programming Internet Programming ID: IST-226 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers designing internet pages and applications for personal/business use, writing the required program code in languages such as HTML, Java, and VRML, testing and debugging programs, uploading and maintaining internet pages and applications. |
• | 3 | ||||
| ART-101 |
Art History and Appreciation Art History and Appreciation ID: ART-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is an introductory course to the history and appreciation of art, including the elements and principles of the visual arts. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 (15 Credit Hours) |
IST-238 |
Advanced Tools Website Design Advanced Tools Website Design ID: IST-238 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of an advanced (4th generation) web authoring tool (such as Dreamweaver)to develop increased efficiency and sophistication in website design and web project management. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| CPT-247 |
UNIX Operating System UNIX Operating System ID: CPT-247 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of basic Unix commands including the vi editor, file structures, and shell programming. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| CPT-290 |
Comp Multimedia Concepts & Applications Comp Multimedia Concepts & Applications ID: CPT-290 Credit Hours: 3 This course will cover introductory computer multimedia concepts and applications. The course will utilize text, graphics, animation, sound, video, and various multimedia applications in the design, development, and creation of multimedia presentations. |
• | 3 | ||||
| CPT-262 |
Advanced Web Page Publishing Advanced Web Page Publishing ID: CPT-262 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of advanced techniques in web page design and implementation. The course focuses on designing website interfaces for effective communication, navigation, visibility and accessibility. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| CPT-185 |
Event-Driven Programming Event-Driven Programming ID: CPT-185 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces the student to development of professional- looking, special purpose windows applications using the graphical user interface of windows. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 4 (15 Credit Hours) |
CPT-264 |
Systems and Procedures Systems and Procedures ID: CPT-264 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the techniques of system analysis, design, development, and implementation. |
• | 3 | |||
| PSY-201 |
General Psychology General Psychology ID: PSY-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics and concepts in the science of behavior: scientific method, biological bases for behavior, perception, motivation, learning memory, development, personality, abnormal behavior, therapeutic techniques, and social psychology. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| CPT-282 |
Information Systems Security Information Systems Security ID: CPT-282 Credit Hours: 3 This course is the study of the protection of information and equipment in computer systems. Topics include all aspects of systems protection, including physical secruity, hardware, software and communications security. Addresses technical,legal and ethical issues. |
• | 3 | ||||
| IST-270 |
Client/Server Systems Client/Server Systems ID: IST-270 Credit Hours: 3 This course emphasizes the use of case tools coupled with client tools to allow rad and prototyping of client applications. Networking and server concepts will be explored. Case studies of existing client/server systems will be used to examine the various phases of client/server applications. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| CPT-257 |
Operating Systems Operating Systems ID: CPT-257 Credit Hours: 3 This course examines the theory of operating systems and how the operating system theory is implemented in current operating systems. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 62 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$12,400.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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Part Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (10 Credit Hours) |
COL-101 |
College Orientation College Orientation ID: COL-101 Credit Hours: 1 This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success. |
• | • | • | • | 1 |
| CPT-104 |
Introduction to Information Technology Introduction to Information Technology ID: CPT-104 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of basic computer components and peripherals, basic computer functions, I/O concepts, storage concepts, data communications, distributed processing and programming language concepts. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| MAT-110 |
College Algebra College Algebra ID: MAT-110 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and exponential functions; inequalities; systems of equations and inequalities; matrices; determinants; simple linear programming; solutions of higher degree polynomials; combinatorial algebra, including the binomial theorem; and introduction to probability. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| ENG-101 |
English Comp I English Comp I ID: ENG-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| Semester 2 (7 Credit Hours) |
CPT-236 |
Introduction to Java Programming Introduction to Java Programming ID: CPT-236 Credit Hours: 3 Topics will cover java syntax and classes for use in the development of java application and applets. |
• | • | • | 3 | |
| CPT-136 |
Computer Programming Laboratory Computer Programming Laboratory ID: CPT-136 Credit Hours: 1 This course provides a closed lab environment for the practice of introductory programming concepts. Students develop solutions to a variety of programs under the guidance of an instructor. |
• | • | • | 1 | ||
| IST-225 |
Internet Communications Internet Communications ID: IST-225 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers introductory topics and techniques associated with the internet and internet communications. Techniques on how to use and access various types of information as well as how to find resources and navigate the internet are included. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 3 (6 Credit Hours) |
CPT-244 |
Data Structures Data Structures ID: CPT-244 Credit Hours: 3 This course examines data structures widely used in programming. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and sorting and searching techniques. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| ENG-165 |
Professional Communications Professional Communications ID: ENG-165 Credit Hours: 3 This course develops practical written, and oral professional communication skills. The course is oriented to current needs in industry and business, and assignments are drawn from students' majors. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Semester 4 (9 Credit Hours) |
CPT-242 |
Database Database ID: CPT-242 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces data base models and the fundamentals of data base design. Topics include data base structure, data base processing, and application programs which access a data base. |
• | 3 | |||
| IST-226 |
Internet Programming Internet Programming ID: IST-226 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers designing internet pages and applications for personal/business use, writing the required program code in languages such as HTML, Java, and VRML, testing and debugging programs, uploading and maintaining internet pages and applications. |
• | 3 | ||||
| ART-101 |
Art History and Appreciation Art History and Appreciation ID: ART-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is an introductory course to the history and appreciation of art, including the elements and principles of the visual arts. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 5 (9 Credit Hours) |
IST-238 |
Advanced Tools Website Design Advanced Tools Website Design ID: IST-238 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of an advanced (4th generation) web authoring tool (such as Dreamweaver)to develop increased efficiency and sophistication in website design and web project management. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| CPT-247 |
UNIX Operating System UNIX Operating System ID: CPT-247 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of basic Unix commands including the vi editor, file structures, and shell programming. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| CPT-290 |
Comp Multimedia Concepts & Applications Comp Multimedia Concepts & Applications ID: CPT-290 Credit Hours: 3 This course will cover introductory computer multimedia concepts and applications. The course will utilize text, graphics, animation, sound, video, and various multimedia applications in the design, development, and creation of multimedia presentations. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 6 (6 Credit Hours) |
CPT-262 |
Advanced Web Page Publishing Advanced Web Page Publishing ID: CPT-262 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of advanced techniques in web page design and implementation. The course focuses on designing website interfaces for effective communication, navigation, visibility and accessibility. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| CPT-185 |
Event-Driven Programming Event-Driven Programming ID: CPT-185 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces the student to development of professional- looking, special purpose windows applications using the graphical user interface of windows. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 7 (6 Credit Hours) |
CPT-264 |
Systems and Procedures Systems and Procedures ID: CPT-264 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the techniques of system analysis, design, development, and implementation. |
• | 3 | |||
| PSY-201 |
General Psychology General Psychology ID: PSY-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics and concepts in the science of behavior: scientific method, biological bases for behavior, perception, motivation, learning memory, development, personality, abnormal behavior, therapeutic techniques, and social psychology. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| Semester 8 (9 Credit Hours) |
CPT-282 |
Information Systems Security Information Systems Security ID: CPT-282 Credit Hours: 3 This course is the study of the protection of information and equipment in computer systems. Topics include all aspects of systems protection, including physical secruity, hardware, software and communications security. Addresses technical,legal and ethical issues. |
• | 3 | |||
| IST-270 |
Client/Server Systems Client/Server Systems ID: IST-270 Credit Hours: 3 This course emphasizes the use of case tools coupled with client tools to allow rad and prototyping of client applications. Networking and server concepts will be explored. Case studies of existing client/server systems will be used to examine the various phases of client/server applications. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| CPT-257 |
Operating Systems Operating Systems ID: CPT-257 Credit Hours: 3 This course examines the theory of operating systems and how the operating system theory is implemented in current operating systems. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 62 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$12,400.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Enter the Workforce
Work for a large company creating websites for other organizations.
Start your own web development company
Create websites on demand for a variety of businesses and get paid on a contract basis to build and maintain websites.