Web Developer, Full Stack, AAS is an Associate Degree program (Hybrid) offered by Des Moines Area Community College in West Des Moines, IA. The program takes 67 credits to complete, with a total tuition of $14,405.
Program Overview
Location: West Des Moines, Online
Pathway: Design, Media, & the Arts
Graduation Requirements: To earn a Web Development AAS degree, a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.
Total Credits Required to Complete this AAS Degree - 67
What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?: - Interest and curiosity about new and developing technologies related to the Internet. - Good communication skills, especially written and personal skills. - Self-motivation and excellent time management skills. - Excellent general computer skills and a high comfort level using new software.
What Else Should I Consider about this Degree program?: - Classes require daily use of a computer with current software and operating system. - Program uses both Mac and PC skills. - The material, software and technologies within this program change very rapidly. - Many employment opportunities are part-time, contract and self-employed work that require experience or work examples. - Compatible areas of study include Graphic Design, Photography, Marketing, Sales, Computer Programming, Databases and Business.
Program Competencies: - Communicate verbally and in writing - Work as a team member using web development technologies and concepts - Design client website applications using current software and techniques - Build client website applications using current HTML, CSS and Javascript standards - Build database driven server side applications using PHP - Build commercial website applications using WordPress - Build website applications using Drupal - Implement current and emerging software, techniques and technologies - Publish website applications to commercial hosting accounts
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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Career Outcomes
What Kind of Work Will You Do?: - Updates and modifications to existing website applications. - Debugging and fixing of website applications. - Creating new pages and content for existing applications. - Implementing new technologies in older website applications. - Meet with customers and clients to determine needs, expectations and deadlines. - Creation of new website applications. - Manipulation of images and other content for presentation on a web page. - Use a variety of skills and technologies to define, design and build applications that meet customer and client business expectations.
School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide