Program Code: CC.FRONTENDDEV
This program should prepare students for technical positions related to web and graphic design. This multidisciplinary program incorporates classes from computer science and art. Course work includes a strong emphasis on computer graphics and design, data communications theory, operating systems, and web design with a focus on current industry standards. Cooperative Work Experience (CWE) is supervised real-world experience that supplements the academic classroom environment.
For information contact Debra Carino, 503-594-3170 or dcarino@clackamas.edu.
Related Instruction Outcomes
Computation
- 1 course - MTH-065 Algebra II or higher
- Use appropriate mathematics to solve problems.
Communication
- 1 course - WR-121Z Composition I
- Read actively, think critically, and write purposefully and capably for professional audiences.
Human Relations
- 3-4 credits - See Related Instruction for course list
- Engage in ethical communication processes that accomplish goals.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- apply knowledge of current graphic design software to capture or create images for use in client websites;
- use HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and current web editing technologies, to create standards-complaint, professional websites;
- leverage existing component tools to create e-commerce applications that solve real-world problems;
- perform client needs analyses to create web applications that solve real-world problems;
- articulate and justify technical solutions to an audience through oral, written, and graphical communication;
- communicate the importance of professional and ethical responsibilities and be aware of codes of conduct and other sources of guidance for professionally ethical decision making.
Plan of Study Grid | Fall Term |
|---|
| CS-125H | HTML & Web Site Design | 4.00 |
| CS-140 | Introduction to Operating Systems | 4.00 |
| DMC-225 | Computer Graphics I | 4.00 |
| 4.00 |
| | Credits | 16 |
| Winter Term |
|---|
| CS-133J | Front-end JavaScript I | 4.00 |
| CS-135I | Advanced Web Design | 4.00 |
| CS-181 | CMS Web Development | 4.00 |
| 3.00 |
| | Credits | 15 |
| Spring Term |
|---|
| CS-233J | Front-end JavaScript II | 4.00 |
| CS-280 | Computer Science/CWE | 3.00 |
| DMC-226 | Computer Graphics II | 4.00 |
| | Credits | 11 |
| Summer Term |
|---|
| 4.00-5.00 |
| Algebra II | |
| |
| WR-121Z | Composition I | 4.00 |
| 3.00-4.00 |
| | Credits | 11-13 |
| | Total Credits | 53-55 |
Electives
Any CS course not included in the program, or any of the following:
Course List | Code | Title | Credits |
| ART-115 | Basic Design: 2-Dimensional Design | 4.00 |
| ART-120 | Creativity/Ideation | 2.00 |
| ART-262 | Digital Photography & Photo-Imaging | 4.00 |
| ART-297 | Professional Practices and Artist's Skills | 3.00 |
| BA-101Z | Introduction to Business | 4.00 |
| BA-103 | Business Strategies for Computer Consultants | 3.00 |
| BA-120 | Project Management Fundamentals | 4.00 |
| BA-250 | Small Business Management | 4.00 |
| DMC-100 | Introduction to Media Arts | 3.00 |
| DMC-104 | Digital Video Editing | 4.00 |
| FYE-101 | First Year Experience Level I | 2.00 |
Career opportunities include:
- web designer
- web production staff
- graphic designer
