Graphic Information Technology (Full-Stack Web Development) - BS

Program Overview

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Students gain a foundation in user-centered design and client-side scripting, and extend their knowledge to server-side programming. The program is offered on-campus or online, and graduates have strong job prospects in the growing field of web development.

Program Outline

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Degree Overview:

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Focus:

Front-end and back-end website and application development.

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Foundation:

User-centered design and client-side scripting (HTML, CSS, JS).

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Extension:

Server-side programming (PHP, Python, SQL, etc.).

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Duration:

4 years (on-campus) or variable (online)

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Location:

Polytechnic campus or online

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STEM-OPT Eligibility:

Yes, for international students on F-1 visas (up to 36 months)

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Second Language Requirement:

No

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First Required Math Course:

College Algebra (MAT 117)

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Math Intensity:

Moderate

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Career Opportunities:

• Computer Programmer
• IT Project Manager
• SEO Specialist
• Software Developer
• Web Developer

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Other:

• This program is approved for the STEM-OPT extension.
• The program has a strong focus on industry-standard tools and techniques.
• Graduates can work in a variety of industries, including computer software, IT, financial services, and higher education.
• Employers include Google, Apple, Fidelity Investments, IBM, and Capital One.

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Outline:

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2024-2025 Major Map (on-campus):

• Fall Semester:
• CSE 110 - Introduction to Computing
• MAT 117 - College Algebra
• WRT 101 - First-Year Composition
• Spring Semester:
• CSE 190 - Introduction to Programming
• GPH 251 - Design Fundamentals
• MAT 210 - Introduction to Statistics
• WRT 201 - Introduction to Professional and Technical Writing

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2024-2025 Major Map (online):

• Term 1:
• CSE 110 - Introduction to Computing
• WRT 101 - First-Year Composition
• Term 2:
• CSE 190 - Introduction to Programming
• WRT 201 - Introduction to Professional and Technical Writing
• Term 3:
• MAT 117 - College Algebra
• Term 4:
• GPH 251 - Design Fundamentals
• MAT 210 - Introduction to Statistics

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Major Map (archives):

Archives available for previous years.

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Concurrent Programs:

• Students can create their own concurrent degree combinations.
• Some combinations may not be possible due to overlap in curriculum.

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Accelerated Master's Option:

• This option allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in five years.

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Careers:

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Growth:

• Computer Programmer: -11.2%
• IT Project Manager: 9.7%
• SEO Specialist: 13.4%
• Software Developer: 25.7%
• Web Developer: 17.0%

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Median Salary:

• Computer Programmer: $97,800
• IT Project Manager: $98,740
• SEO Specialist: $68,230
• Software Developer: $127,260
• Web Developer: $78,580

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Other:

• The program prepares students for careers in the rapidly growing field of web development.
• The program is offered in a flexible format, allowing students to study on-campus or online.
• Graduates have a high starting salary and strong job prospects.
• The program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.