Major in Digital Media and Web Technologies
The digital media and Web technologies major provides in-depth knowledge in practical applications of computing. The coherent and flexible program of study includes areas such as digital media, gaming, and Web-based technologies. The interdisciplinary approach allows students to integrate courses from several specialized areas in computing. Graduates are prepared for a variety of entry- and midlevel technical and management positions within the digital media, Web technology, gaming, and computing industries.
The student who graduates with a Major in Digital Media and Web Technologies will be able to
- Design, develop, and manage Web applications using current and emerging technologies that adhere to industry standards.
- Analyze needs and effectively manage projects and resources, applying sound business principles and technology.
- Configure, optimize, and administer computer systems to support Web technologies.
- Design and develop digital, interactive, and Web-based media to meet customer requirements and usability standards.
- Develop, test, and implement Web and multimedia applications using sound techniques of scripting and programming.media.
- Effectively apply relevant theories, practices, and principles when designing and developing works of digital
Degree Requirements
A degree with a major in Digital Media and Web Technologies requires the successful completion of 120 credits of coursework, including 30 credits for the major; 41 credits in general education requirements (GERs); and 49 credits in the minor, electives, and other degree requirements. At least 15 credits in the major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).
The following course sequence outlines all the requirements for the BS in Digital Media and Web Technologies. Coursework for the major is indicated by Δ. Since some recommended courses fulfill more than one requirement, substituting courses for those listed may make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degree requirements. Students should consult an Advisor whenever taking advantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (where allowable) to fulfill general education requirements (in communications, arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinary issues) may be found on the GER page.
Requirements for the Digital Media and Web Technologies Major
Recommended Sequence
The following course sequence will fulfill all the requirements for the Major in Digital Media and Web Technologies. Since some recommended courses fill more than one requirement, substituting courses for those listed may make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degree requirements. Students should consult an advisor whenever taking advantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (where allowable) to fulfill general education requirements (in communications, arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinary issues) may be found on the GER page.
Digital Media and Web Technologies Degree Courses
First Courses (to be taken within the first 18 credits)
Note: Placement tests are required for MATH and WRTG courses.
LIBS 150 Introduction to Research (1)
WRTG 101 Introduction to Writing (3)
or WRTG 101S Introduction to Writing
MATH 103 College Mathematics (3)
or MATH 107 College Algebra (3)
or a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 credits)
PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues (3)
or ENGL 240 Introduction to Fiction Poetry, and Drama
or HUMN 100 Introduction to Humanities
or other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN, MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, or foreign language course to fulfill the first general education requirement in arts and humanities
IFSM 201 Concepts and Applications of Information Technology (3)
or CMST 301 Digital Media and Society
BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology (3)
and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology (1)
or BIOL 103 Introduction to Biology
or other course(s) to fulfill the general education requirements in biological and physical sciences with related laboratory
CMIS 102 Introduction to Problem Solving and Algorithm Design (3)
or other course to fulfill the second general education requirement in computing
GVPT 170 American Government (3)
or BEHS 103 Technology in Contemporary Society
or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG, GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible AASP, CCJS, GERO, or WMST course to fulfill the first general education requirement in behavioral and social sciences
WRTG 293 Introduction to Professional Writing (3)
or other communications/writing courseFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 credits)
PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology (3)
or SOCY 100 Introduction to Sociology
or ECON 203 Economics in the Information Age
or other course to fulfill the second general education requirement in behavioral and social sciences (discipline must differ from first)
Δ CMST 295 Fundamentals of Digital Media (3)
NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science (3)
or other course to fulfill the general education requirement in biological and physical sciences
HIST 142 Western Civilization II (3)
or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865
or HIST 125 Technological Transformations
or other ARTH or HIST course to fulfill the general education requirement in arts and humanities for historical perspective (discipline must differ from other humanities course)
Δ CMST 290 Introduction to Interactive Design (3)
SPCH 100 Foundations of Oral Communication (3)
or SPCH 101 Introduction to Public Speaking
or COMM 202 Media and Society
or other course to fulfill the general education requirement in communication, writing or speechAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory and foundation courses)
WRTG 393 Advanced Technical Writing (3)
or other course to fulfill the upper-level advanced writing requirement
Δ CMST 385 Principles of Web Design and Technology I (3)
or CMST 341 Principles of Multimedia I
or CMST 310 Fundamentals of Electronic Publishing
or other core major course
Δ CMST 386 Principles of Web Design and Technology II (3)
or CMST 342 Principles of Multimedia II
or CMST 311 Advanced Electronic Publishing
or other core major course
Δ CMST 306 Introduction to Visual Basic .NET Programming (3)
or other supplemental major course
Δ CMST 388 Fundamentals of JavaScript (3)
or other supplemental major course
Δ CMST 450 Web Development Using XML (3)
or other supplemental major course
Δ CMST 460 Web Application Development Using ColdFusion (3)
or other supplemental major course
Δ CMST 463 Web Application Development Using PHP/MySQL (3)
Capstone Course for Major (to be taken in the last 9 credits)
Δ CMST 495 Current Trends and Projects in Digital Media and Web Technology (3)
Minor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 credits along with required major courses) (49)
Recommended minor:
Business AdministrationTotal credits for BS in Digital Media and Web Technologies: 120
