IT-Web Programmer Technical Diploma

Employment Potential

A graduate of the program will have the potential for employment as a:

• Web Developer
• PHP Developer
• Web Applications Developer
• .NET Web Developer
• Web Programmer
• Web Architect
• Web Specialist
• Some positions may require additional education and/or work experience.

Requirements for Program Entry

• Completed application.
• High School transcript or equivalent. (For a list of equivalents, go to www.nwtc.edu.)
• Completed one year of high school algebra or equivalency.
• Computer familiarity and ability to use a keyboard and mouse.
• A minimum keyboarding skill of 30 WPM.
• To be admitted to this program, learners must achieve a prior cumulative high school or college grade point average of 2.6 or higher OR a satisfactory academic skills assessment score. College grade point average must be based on 15 credits or more. To learn more about starting this program, please contact an academic advisor at (920) 498-5444 or (888) 385-6982.

Curriculum

Curriculum: The IT-Web Programmer technical diploma is a one-year, three-semester program. Upon graduation, a student will have completed 30 credits.

First Semester

10-107-107

Intro to IT

1

10-107-107 INTRO TO IT ...This course provides an overview of Information Technology by comparing and contrasting the various fields within the broader IT industry. Students will be exposed to hardware, software, networking, programming, and analyst roles to understand how each plays an integral role in IT.

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10-152-185

Website Coding

3

Credit for Prior Learning Available »

10-152-185 WEBSITE CODING ...create code for generating the structure, function, and design of static websites using standards-based HTML5 and CSS3; validate code; test multi-browser and multi-device functionality.

Course Typically Offered: Summer/Fall/Spring

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10-801-136

English Composition 1

3

Credit for Prior Learning Available »

10-801-136 ENGLISH COMPOSITION 1 ...learners develop knowledge/skills in planning, organizing, writing, editing. Students will also analyze audience/purpose, use elements of research, format documents using standard guidelines, and develop critical reading skills. (Prerequisite: High school GPA greater/equal to 2.6; OR ACT Reading score greater/equal to 16 AND English greater/equal to 18; OR Next Gen Reading score greater/equal to 250 AND Writing score greater/equal to 260; OR "preparatory course(s)", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444)

Course Typically Offered: Summer/Fall/Spring

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10-890-101

College 101

1

Credit for Prior Learning Available »

10-890-101 COLLEGE 101 ...Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess, explore, practice, apply, and evaluate both employability and learning skills. By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic, career, and personal settings the course encourages reflective, personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices. To maximize the return on investment, students should take this course in their first semester as it identifies key expectations (hidden rules) of higher learning and professional employment.

Course Typically Offered: Summer/Fall/J-Session/Spring

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10-154-125

IT:Web:Database Development

3

Credit for Prior Learning Available »

10-154-125 IT:WEB:DATABASE DEVELOPMENT ...database uses, database terminology, analyzing information requirements, data models, database design phases, entity relationships, normalization processes, database management systems, database objects, development environments, creating tables, writing queries using SQL, testing.

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring

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10-804-133

Math & Logic

3

Credit for Prior Learning Available »

10-804-133 MATH & LOGIC ...Students will apply problem solving techniques from discrete mathematics.Topics include symbolic logic, sets, algebra and base number systems (Prerequisite: Next Gen Arith score greater/equal to 250 AND Rdg score greater/equal to 250; OR TABE A 9/10 Math greater/equal to 12.7 AND Rdg greater/equal to 8.8; OR TABE 11/12 Math greater/equal to 780 AND Rdg greater/equal to 573; OR ACT Math score greater/equal to 15 AND ACT Rdg score greater/equal to 16; OR prep courses-contact academic advisor 920-498-5444).

Course Typically Offered: Summer/Fall/Spring

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Semester Total

14

Second Semester

10-152-184

IT:Web:Programming-SQL

3

Credit for Prior Learning Available »

10-152-184 IT:WEB:PROGRAMMING-SQL ...write queries in a relational database: creating tables, setting primary/foreign keys, populating tables, manipulating data and reporting. Explore join types, stored procedures, functions, and database administration SQL statements. (Corequisite: 10-154-125, IT:Web:Database Development)

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring

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10-152-173

IT:Program:Part 1 (C#)

3

10-152-173 IT:PROGRAM:PART 1 (C#) ...provides a foundation of syntax/semantics of C# .NET programming language to develop Windows-based applications. Covers the architecture of Microsoft's .NET platform where C# is the native language.

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring

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10-152-183

IT:Web:Scripting-ASP.NET

3

10-152-183 IT:WEB:SCRIPTING-ASP.NET ...build interactive, database-driven websites with ASP.NET and C# with Visual Studio, handling web form events, using ASP.NET controls, designing master pages, managing state, and interacting with databases with ASP.NET data-bound controls. (Prerequisites: 10-154-125, IT:Web:Database Development; 10-152-173, IT:Program:Part 1 (C#))

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring

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10-152-180

IT:Web:Scripting-JavaScript

3

10-152-180 IT:WEB:SCRIPTING-JAVASCRIPT ...integrate JavaScript into interactive HTML5 pages, create user-defined functions, complete form validation, use objects within the Document Object Model, debug code, and test browser compatibility. (Prerequisite: 10-152-185, Website Coding)

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring

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Semester Total

12

Third Semester

10-152-182

IT:Web:Scripting-PHP

3

10-152-182 IT:WEB:SCRIPTING-PHP ...use PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3 and Apache to create standards based websites. PHP is used to connect to a MySQL database and retrieve site content. PHP is also used to organize the HTML5. (Corequisites: 10-154-125, IT:Web:Database Development; 10-152-185, IT:Web:Website Coding)

Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring

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10-801-196

Oral/Interpersonal Comm

3

Credit for Prior Learning Available »

10-801-196 ORAL/INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION ...this course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication. (Prerequisite: Next Gen Rdg score greater/equal to 250 AND Writing score greater/equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater/equal to 16 AND English score greater/equal to 16; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444)

Course Typically Offered: Summer/Fall/J-Session/Spring

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Semester Total

6

Total Credits

32

Curriculum Note: The credit for 10-890-101, College 101 is an Institutional Requirement for graduation. Consequently, it is not part of the program requirements, but must be passed with a C.

Program Outcomes

• Design, build, or maintain web sites using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools, management tools and digital media.
• Perform or direct web site updates.
• Backup files from web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems.
• Identify problems uncovered by testing or customer feedback, and correct problems or refer problems to appropriate personnel for correction.
• Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, is properly structured, meets industry standards and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.
• Maintain understanding of current web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.
• Analyze user needs to determine technical requirements.
• Develop or validate test routines and schedules to ensure that test cases mimic external interfaces and address all browser and device types.

Study Abroad Opportunities

The International Programs staff continually seeks opportunities for students to travel abroad for educational experiences that may be offered in association with program courses. To find out more about which of your program courses may offer an opportunity during this academic year, contact your academic advisor or visit nwtc.edu/studyabroad.