Anoka Technical College's Web Design and Development AAS degree program focuses on both designing and developing dynamic web sites.
Web Developers are responsible for front and back-end web development. On the front-end, the web developer uses a combination of HTML, CSS, and scripting languages to build everything a user sees and interacts with on a website.
On the back-end, they develop the application and interact with the server and database that make up the foundational structure of an interactive website using various web technologies.
This unique program allows technical specialization in Web Design and Development while the common core courses and required electives from other options build a broad IT foundation needed to understand the terminology and methodologies of other IT specialties in the workplace. Students graduate prepared to successfully compete for high-paying, rewarding careers in high demand IT fields both today and in the future.
Affordable & flexible learning options
Hands-on training from industry experts
High growth rate compared to other careers in Minnesota
Potential Jobs:
- Web Developer
- Web Designer
- Web Programmer
Salary Information:
See current data at careerwise.minnstate.edu.
"I love the class sizes [at Anoka Tech]. They are not so big you get lost in the crowd. Each instructor knows you by name and are super encouraging."
Program Details
The Anoka Technical College Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Information Technology with an emphasis in Web Design and Development is a 72-credit program designed to prepare graduates to successfully compete for high-paying, rewarding careers in the high demand IT fields both today and in the future.
This unique program allows technical specialization in Web Design and Development while the common core courses and required electives from other options build a broad IT foundation needed to understand the terminology and methodologies of other IT specialties in the workplace. Anoka Technical College Web Design and Development emphasis graduate will be a specialist in one of the areas of emphasis in Information Technology and will also have a broad IT foundation needed to under-stand the terminology and methodologies of other IT specialties in the workplace.
Web Developers are responsible for front and back-end web development. On the front-end, the web developer uses a combination of HTML, CSS, and scripting languages to build everything a user sees and interacts with on a website. On the back-end, they develop the application and interact with the server and database that make up the foundational structure of an interactive website using various web technologies. The program requirements were determined through consultation with employers, those working in the industry, technical training professionals, and those currently seeking training and retraining for IT careers.
Anoka Tech's IT curriculum offers more than 90 courses in the following career concentration areas:
- Business Data Analysis
- IT Support
- Network Management and Security
- Software Development
Graduates will be encouraged to take advantage of access to corporate recruitment and IT recruiting firms. Internships and work-study positions will also be available. The IT graduate will be highly employable. The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree includes General Education credits, which broaden knowledge beyond what is required in the technical field and places the student on track for future managerial positions.
- Apply critical thinking skills in the identification, analysis and resolution of information technology problems.
- Exhibit interpersonal skills and a professional attitude while working in an information technology environment.
- Clearly express ideas and information in written and spoken form.
- Analyze, design and document system specifications to meet client needs.
- Apply project management techniques to solve business problems.
- Collaborate with a team to design and develop customer software-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment.
- Apply logical reasoning to a problem.
Anoka Technical College graduates will be specialist in their area of emphasis and will also have a broad base of foundational knowledge from the common core courses that span the seven areas of concentration. Professional standards, proper methodology, such as sound engineering principles and project management, are emphasized throughout the courses.
Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
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Some courses in this program may require a prerequisite. Please see course descriptions for more details.
MnTC General Education Requirements
This program requires completion of the following twenty-two credits of general education from at least three goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC).
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 2105 | Business and Technical Writing (Goal 1&2) | 4 |
| PHIL 1200 | Technology, Ethics and Society (Goal 9) | 3 |
| MnTC General Education Math course (Goal 4) | 3 | |
| MnTC Electives | 5 | |
Program Sequence
| First Semester - Core Curriculum | 15 | |
|---|---|---|
| BDAT 1005 | Data Analysis Fundamentals | 2 |
| ITEC 1003 | Network Fundamentals |
2
|
| ITEC 1011 | Programming Logic and Design | 4 |
| ITEC 1016 | Web Development Technologies |
4
|
| TLIT 1005 | Technology Fundamentals | 3 |
After completing the 15-credit core curriculum, IT students work with a faculty advisor to plan their course sequence to complete the Web Design & Development degree or diploma.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC 1025 | Project Management |
4
|
| ITEC 1035 | Documentation Standards |
2
|
| ITEC 2120 | Database Design and SQL |
4
|
| ITEC 2215 | Linux/Web Server Administration | 4 |
| ITEC 2311 | User Interface Experience |
4
|
| ITEC 2317 | Web Interactivity Tools | 4 |
| ITEC 2340 | Scripting Languages |
4
|
| ITEC 2520 | Mobile Application Development | 4 |
| ITEC 2600 | Application Development |
4
|
| ITEC 2601 | Database Application Development | 4 |
| ITEC 2901 | Integrated Capstone Project |
4
|
Students can choose to complete this program part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence listed on the official program guide (see the program guide PDF under the LINKS section to the right). Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisors for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence. Refer to the below PDF document for first semester part-time course options and further information.
Information Technology Management
AAS degree
Business Data Analyst
AAS degree, diploma
IT Support
Certificate
Network Management & Security
AAS degree, diploma
Software Development
AAS degree, diploma
Faculty
Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710
Current Students
Students must earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher to be eligible for graduation from this program.
Web Developers are responsible for front and back-end web development. On the front-end, the web developer uses a combination of HTML, CSS, and scripting languages to build everything a user sees and interacts with on a website.
On the back-end, they develop the application and interact with the server and database that make up the foundational structure of an interactive website using various web technologies.
Affordable & flexible learning options
Hands-on training from industry experts
High growth rate compared to other careers in Minnesota
Potential Jobs:
- Web Developer
- Web Designer
- Web Programmer
Salary Information:
See current data at careerwise.minnstate.edu.
Program Details
The Anoka Technical College Diploma in Information Technology with a concentration in Web Design and Development is a 57-credit program designed to prepare graduates to successfully compete for high-paying, rewarding careers in the high demand IT fields both today and in the future.
This unique program allows technical specialization in Web Design and Development while the common core courses and required electives from other options build a broad IT foundation needed to understand the terminology and methodologies of other IT specialties in the workplace.
Anoka Technical College Web Design and Development graduate will be a specialist in one of the areas of emphasis in Information Technology and will also have a broad IT foundation needed to understand the terminology and methodologies of other IT specialties in the workplace. Web Developers are responsible for front and back-end web development. On the front-end, the web developer uses a combination of HTML, CSS, and scripting languages to build everything a user sees and interacts with on a website. On the back-end, they develop the application; interact with the server, and database that make up the foundational structure of an interactive website using various web technologies.
The program requirements were determined through consultation with employers, those working in the industry, technical training professionals, and those currently seeking training and retraining for IT careers. Graduates will be encouraged to take advantage of access to corporate recruitment and IT recruiting firms. Internships and work-study positions will also be available. The IT graduate will be highly employable.
- Apply critical thinking skills in the identification, analysis and resolution of information technology problems.
- Exhibit interpersonal skills and a professional attitude while working in an information technology environment.
- Clearly express ideas and information in written and spoken form.
- Analyze, design and document system specifications to meet client needs.
- Apply project management techniques to solve business problems.
- Collaborate with a team to design and develop customer software-based solutions and integrate them into the user environment..
Anoka Technical College graduates will be specialist in their area of emphasis and will also have a broad base of foundational knowledge from the common core courses that span the seven areas of concentration. Professional standards, proper methodology, such as sound engineering principles and project management, are emphasized throughout the courses.
Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Education and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.
Some courses in this program may require a prerequisite. Please see course descriptions for more details.
First Semester Core Curriculum
| Course Number | Course Name | 15 |
|---|---|---|
| BDAT 1005 | Data Analysis Fundamentals | 2 |
| ITEC 1003 | Network Fundamentals |
2
|
| ITEC 1011 | Programming Logic and Design | 4 |
| ITEC 1016 | Web Development Technologies |
4
|
| TLIT 1005 | Technology Fundamentals | 3 |
After completing the 15-credit core curriculum, IT students work with a faculty advisor to plan their course sequence to complete the Web Design & Development degree or diploma.
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC 1025 | Project Management |
4
|
| ITEC 1035 | Documentation Standards |
2
|
| ITEC 2120 | Database Design and SQL |
4
|
| ITEC 2215 | Linux/Web Server Administration | 4 |
| ITEC 2311 | User Interface Experience |
4
|
| ITEC 2317 | Web Interactivity Tools | 4 |
| ITEC 2340 | Scripting Languages |
4
|
| ITEC 2520 | Mobile Application Development | 4 |
| ITEC 2600 | Application Development |
4
|
| ITEC 2601 | Database Application Development | 4 |
| ITEC 2901 | Integrated Capstone Project |
4
|
Students can choose to complete this program part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence listed on the official program guide (see the program guide PDF under the LINKS section to the right). Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisors for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence. Refer to the below PDF document for first semester part-time course options and further information.
Start Dates:
Fall semester: August
Spring semester: January
Multiple start options each semester.
Upcoming Events:
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LHubbard@anokatech.edu
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JMyers@anokatech.edu
Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710
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