Web Design Certificate
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should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester,
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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Web Design and enter the workforce. Students explore web design software programs, graphic and interface design principles, and site architecture. This certificate program prepares students for entry-level career positions with companies involved in web design. Students learn current web coding languages and techniques and create a website. Students work independently, as well as in collaborative groups in the design and implementation of mixed media presentations and applications.
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First Semester
| MGD 111 | Adobe Photoshop I | 3 |
| MGD 112 | Adobe Illustrator I | 3 |
| MGD 117 | Introduction to Visual Communications | 3 |
| MGD 141 | Web Design I | 3 |
| MGD 143 | Motion Graphic Design I (Software) | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester
Semester Note: Take MGD 268 in the last semester.
You should apply for completion of the Web Design Certificate at the end of Semester 2.
Total Credit Hours: 30
Important Program Notes:
Scheduling may vary per campus locations. You are encouraged to register for courses in accord with your main campus scheduling.
The Web Design Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Degree is valued with higher regard as it requires more education to obtain than a certificate. As such, it is recommended that interested students declare the AAS Degree as the overall goal. Students declaring the AAS Degree will also complete the Fundamentals of Multimedia Certificate as well as a certificate in the chosen focus area by the time of graduation.