Web and Digital Design combines the study of web design, Internet technologies, digital animation, graphics, and computer programming with written and oral communication skills, graphic arts, and business knowledge to prepare students for careers in information technology, entrepreneurial opportunities, or transfer to a bachelor’s degree. Students who complete the required coursework earn the Associate of Applied Science degree.
The program of study includes two primary areas. The primary focus is on information technologies. Students use industry standard software to develop digital media applications such as games and simulations, digital animations, electronic publications, and dynamic web sites. Students also learn fundamental programming used in digital media such as JavaScript, PHP, and ActionScript.
Second, students study writing, statistics, public speaking, and art to foster skills vital for career or continued educational advancement. Students learn to express critical ideas both written and verbally in a logical and concise manner so their creativity can effectively contribute to their further success. Finally, students choose from a variety of electives based upon their interests and desired goals.
| COURSE | TITLE | S.H. |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST YEAR STUDENT EXPERIENCE | ||
| YSU 1500 | Success Seminar | 1-2 |
| or YSU 1500S | Youngstown State University Success Seminar | |
| or HONR 1500 | Intro to Honors | |
| General Education Courses | ||
| ENGL 1550 | Writing 1 | 3-4 |
| or ENGL 1549 | Writing 1 with Support | |
| ENGL 1551 | Writing 2 | 3 |
| CMST 1545 | Communication Foundations | 3 |
| PSYC 1560 | General Psychology | 3 |
| MATH 2623 | Quantitative Reasoning | 3-5 |
| or MATH 2623C | Quantitative Reasoning with Co-Requisite Support | |
| PHIL 2625 | Introduction to Professional Ethics | 3 |
| Major Specific Courses | ||
| CSIS 1590 | Foundations of Information Systems & Technologies | 3 |
| CSIS 1595 | Fundamentals of Programming and Problem-Solving 1 | 2 |
| CSIS 1595L | Fundamentals of Programming and Problem-Solving 1 Lab | 1 |
| CSIS 1570 | Web Systems and Technologies | 3 |
| INFO 3774 | Digital Image Processing | 4 |
| INFO 3775 | Digital Multimedia Design & Creation | 4 |
| INFO 3776 | Client-Side Scripting Techniques | 4 |
| INFO 3777 | Digital Audio & Video Production | 4 |
| CSIS 3737 | Game Programming | 3 |
| ART 1501 | Fundamentals of 2D Design | 3 |
| ART 1521 | Foundation Drawing | 3 |
| ART 2661 | Print Design 1 | 3 |
| ART 2674 | Introduction to Photography | 3 |
| ART 3798 | Transmedia Art and Visual Storytelling | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 62-66 | |