<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science with a concentration in Web Development program is designed to provide you with skills that could help you pursue careers in computer technology and website design. The program aims to teach you to create animated graphics and to build basic interactive Internet Web pages. As you explore website management practices, you will have opportunities to learn storyboarding and two-dimensional design techniques as well as Web server administration processes. You could also develop skills in database design, digital media publishing, and programming. This program is available at select ECPI University campuses. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>Prior to enrolling in the Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science with a concentration in Web Development program at ECPI University, you must have a high school diploma or GED. You should possess good problem-solving skills as well as the ability to communicate effectively. It is also important to be detail-oriented, patient, and computer proficient. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>This is a 121-semester credit hour program. It lasts for 30 months or approximately eight semesters. Your course requirements immediately follow. </p> <p><u>Core Curriculum Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th> Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>BUS 102 </td><td> Fundamentals of Customer Service</td></tr> <tr><td>BUS 122 </td><td> Principles of Business &amp; Management</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 121 </td><td> Logic &amp; Design</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 131 </td><td> Database Design I</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 150 </td><td> Networking I</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 282 </td><td> Web Interface Design</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 420 </td><td> System Analysis &amp; Design</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 471 </td><td> IT Project Management</td></tr> </table><p><u>Arts & Sciences Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th> Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>CAP 480 </td><td> Arts &amp; Sciences Capstone</td></tr> <tr><td>COM 110 </td><td> Principles of Speech</td></tr> <tr><td>ENG 110 </td><td> English Composition</td></tr> <tr><td>ENG 120 </td><td> Advanced Composition</td></tr> <tr><td>HUM 205 </td><td> Culture &amp; Diversity</td></tr> <tr><td>MTH 131 </td><td> College Algebra</td></tr> <tr><td>MTH 200 <br /> <br />MTH 140</td><td> Pre-Calculus <br /><b>OR</b> <br />Statistics</td></tr> <tr><td>PHY 120 </td><td> Physics</td></tr> <tr><td>PHY 120L </td><td> Physics LAB</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 105 </td><td> Introduction to Psychology</td></tr> <tr><td>PSY 220 </td><td> Positive Psychology</td></tr> </table><p><u>Self-Integration & Computer Literacy Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th> Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>CIS 106 </td><td> Introduction to Operating Systems</td></tr> <tr><td>COR 090 </td><td> Career Orientation Seminar</td></tr> <tr><td>FOR 110 </td><td> Essentials for Success</td></tr> <tr><td>IST 120 </td><td> Computer Applications</td></tr> </table><p><u>Web Development Concentration Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code </th><th> Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>CIS 107 </td><td> Digital Imaging</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 126 </td><td> Programming I</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 136 </td><td> Storyboarding for Animation</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 213 </td><td> Web Client Scripting</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 214 </td><td> Object-Oriented Programming Using C#</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 250 </td><td> Database Scripting I</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 303 </td><td> 2D Design</td></tr> <tr><td>CIS 311 </td><td> Web Site Management</td></tr> <tr><td>Various Electives </td><td> You must complete 33 credits of elective courses</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Upon graduation, you might explore career opportunities in areas such as graphic design, digital media, computer animation, and Web design and development. You could seek employment with business corporations, technical firms, educational institutions, advertising agencies, or government organizations, to name a few. You could pursue positions such as the following: </p> <ul><li>Web Developer </li><li>Web Administrator </li><li>Database Administrator </li><li>Systems Analyst </li><li>IT Manager </li><li>Project Manager </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>You might participate in a graduate degree program if you would like to gain more in-depth technical knowledge. A master's degree program could include courses in research studies and might provide you with an opportunity to complete a thesis project. Some program options include: </p> <ul><li>Master of Science in Computer and Information Science </li><li>Master of Science in Computer Information Systems </li><li>Master of Science in Information Technology </li><li>Master of Science in Management Information Systems</li></ul>