Computer Software Development - Web Development Option

This program is available at the Beavercreek, Online and Springfield - Leffel Lane locations. Most courses in the curriculum are available online or in hybrid format (part online, part classroom). The Advanced Topics course currently requires class attendance. Some courses may be available at only one location (Springfield or Beavercreek). Some courses are offered only once a year. Contact your academic advisor about course sequencing. Graduating Computer Software Development students wishing to further build their skills could also receive an Associate of Applied Business in the New Media Web Design Option by completing an additional 3 courses in the New Media curriculum.

Information technology is one of the fastest-growing career fields today. The Computer Software Development curriculum focuses on programming, database, and web design. Students learn to analyze, design, and develop solutions to business problems through the use of technology.

Embedded Certificate
This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will automatically be awarded if this certificate requirements are met unless the student contacts Records and Registration and indicates he/she does not wish to have the certificate credential awarded.

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Outcomes and Curriculum

Upon completion of an Associate of Applied Business degree in Computer Software Development - Web Development Option, a graduate will be able to do the following:

Analyze information system requirements and design appropriate software solutions
Write computer programs to implement information system designs.
Develop database systems to meet business data requirements
Design and create websites.
Find and correct errors in the design and implementation of software solutions
Utilize industry standard software effectively as a digital media editor.

Course	Title	Credits
Fall
CSD 1510	Programming Fundamentals with Python *	3
ENG 1111	English I	3
FYE 1101	College Success *	1
ITS 1105	Computer Concepts and Software Applications ^*	3
ITS 1205	Windows Concepts ^*	1
ITS 1300	Introduction to Computers and Networks	2
ITS 1500	HTML and CSS	3

Spring
CSD 1300	Database Management	2
CSD 1310	SQL I	2
CSD 1600	JavaScript and jQuery	3
NWM 1005	Digital Aesthetics and User Experience	3
NWM 1020	Adobe for Web Professionals	3
NWM 1610	Web Design	3

Fall
CSD 2310	SQL II	2
CSD 2521	Java Programming I	3
CSD 2100	Systems Analysis and Design	3
NWM 2400	Advanced Web Design	3
COM 1120	Public Speaking I	3

Spring
CSD 2522	Java Programming II	3
CSD 2800	Advanced Topics	3
ART 1002	Art History II	3
PSY 1111	Introduction to Psychology
or SOC 1110	Introduction to Sociology	3
STT 2640	Elementary Statistics I	3

	Total credit hours	61

^Proficiency test available.

* Students with little or no computer background should enroll in ITS 0700 before taking other computer courses. Students without adequate keyboarding skills should enroll in ITS 0710 before taking a computer class.

The program schedule is designed for full-time students who have completed all prerequisites and who have no college preparatory recommendations. Many individuals, especially part-time students, and those taking college preparatory courses, will require additional terms of study. Students should consult their academic advisors for help in planning their schedules.

A complete listing of humanities and social science electives is available in the College Catalog.

Academic Preparation

Computer Software Development students need a high school algebra background equivalent to MTH 0650 Algebra for Non-STEM majors. Students with little or no computer background should enroll in ITS 0700 Computer Fundamentals as a preparatory course before taking other computer courses. Students without adequate keyboarding skills should enroll in ITS 0710 Beginning Keyboarding or ITS 1210 Keyboarding/Word Processing.

Transfer Information

Students who wish to continue with their education can apply for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Web Design and Development at Clark State. See the Bachelor Degree section of the catalog for more information.

Questions? We're here to help!

Adam John Parrillo, Ph.D. Dean, School of Business and Applied Technologies

937-328-6040 parrilloa@clarkstate.edu