Computer Studies and Information Processing, Web Technologies - Associate in Science
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This program may be completed at the Knight (Warwick) Campus but requires one or more courses be completed online.
This concentration is designed for individuals who wish to acquire the training necessary to prepare them for a position in the field of Web programming or gain a broader knowledge of computer software and/or hardware.
Note: Students in this program must earn a grade of at least C in all computer course requirements and must maintain a 2.0 GPA. Many courses require prerequisites, corequisites and/or testing. See course descriptions for details.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate a basic level of competency in programming and logic skills.
- Utilize web technologies.
- Develop, Administer, and maintain a web programming system solution.
- Administer and maintain a website.
- Present conclusions effectively, both orally and in writing.
Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| COMM 1010 | Communication Fundamentals^ HUMN; Non-Written Communication; Social and Professional Responsibilities | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | Composition I ( or ENGL 1010A) HUMN; Written Communication; Information Literacy | 3 |
| General Education Elective | 3 | |
| Mathematics Elective 1; MSCI | 3 | |
| Social Science Elective SSCI | 3 | |
| Social Science Elective SSCI | 3 | |
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3-5 | |
Mathematics Elective 1; MSCI | ||
Science Elective MSCI | ||
| Subtotal | 21-23 | |
| Major Requirements | ||
| ARTS 1840 | Digital Art | 3 |
| ARTS 2840 | Interactive Media Design | 3 |
| COMI 1150 | Programming Concepts | 3 |
| COMI 1260 | Introduction to SQL | 3 |
| COMI 1750 | Web Development 1 | 3 |
| COMI 1770 | Web Development 2 | 3 |
| COMI 1800 | Computer Networking Software Linux | 3 |
| COMI 2010 | Client-Side Scripting Languages | 3 |
| COMM 1400 | Social Media Communication | 3 |
| COMP 1200 | Database Design & Management | 3 |
| COMP 1230 | Systems Analysis and Design^ 2 | 4 |
| CNVT/COMI/COMP Electives 3 | 6 | |
| Subtotal | 40 | |
| Total Hours | 61-63 | |
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See table of Math Electives below.
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Computer Studies Department recommends taking Systems Analysis and Design^ (COMP 1230) in your final semester.
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Take 6 credits from CNVT/COMI/COMP. See Course Descriptions.
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Work-based learning course
Math Electives
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 1139 | Mathematics for Liberal Arts Students (MATH 1139C) | 3 |
| MATH 1240 | Statistical Analysis I | 4 |
| MATH 2111 | Pre-Calculus Mathematics | 4 |
| MATH 2138 | Quantitative Business Analysis II | 3 |
| MATH 2141 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 2142 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 2243 | Calculus III | 4 |
Recommended Course Sequence
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
| COMI 1150 | Programming Concepts | 3 |
| COMI 1750 | Web Development 1 | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | Composition I (or ENGL 1010A) | 3 |
| Mathematics Elective | See Mathematics Electives note at the bottom of this page 1 | 3 |
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| COMI 1260 | Introduction to SQL (Offered in spring semester only) | 3 |
| COMI 1770 | Web Development 2 (Offered in spring semester only) | 3 |
| COMM 1010 | Communication Fundamentals^ (Work-based learning course) | 3 |
| COMM 1400 | Social Media Communication | 3 |
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| ARTS 1840 | Digital Art | 3 |
| COMI 1800 | Computer Networking Software Linux | 3 |
| COMP 1200 | Database Design & Management | 3 |
| CNVT/COMI/COMP Elective 2 | 3 | |
| Choose ONE of the following: | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ARTS 2840 | Interactive Media Design | 3 |
| COMI 2010 | Client-Side Scripting Languages (Offered in spring semester only) | 3 |
| COMP 1230 | Systems Analysis and Design^ (Work-based learning course) | 4 |
| CNVT/COMI/COMP Elective | See CNVT/COMI/COMP Elective Note at the bottom of this page. 2 | 3 |
| Social Science Elective | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Total Hours | 61 | |
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Mathematics Electives Note: For list of MATH courses that fulfill the Math elective requirement for this program, please see table of Math Electives on the Web Technologies Requirements page.
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CNVT/COMI/COMP Elective Note: Take from CNVT/COMI/COMP. See Course Descriptions.
Transfer
Please meet with an Academic Advisor/Student Success Coach if you are interested in earning a bachelor's degree. Your Academic Advisor will help you select the courses that best prepare you for transfer to a four-year college or university.
Check out the Joint Admissions Agreement if you are interested in transferring to Rhode Island College or the University of Rhode Island. The JAA program offers seamless transfer to RIC or URI with additional benefits. Transfer information, events, and articulations are available on the Transfer Center website.