Web Developer
Average Salary $65K – $90K*
A web developer is responsible for creating, updating, and managing content on websites. They ensure that the content is engaging, accurate, and accessible to the target audience. Additionally, web developers may handle tasks such as optimizing content for search engines and monitoring website traffic and performance metrics. Jobs in this field are expected to see much faster growth than the average by 2026. Students will gain the necessary skills to become a web publisher, such as:
- Content creation and editing skills
- Basic web design and HTML knowledge
- Search engine optimization (SEO) techniques
- Analytics and website performance tracking capabilities
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Section One
In this section students learn about computer hardware and maintenance, data management and storage options, network systems, administration, and troubleshooting. Then they dive into word processing, spreadsheets, and databases to cement their knowledge of information technology!
Preparation for the following Industry Certifications:
- iC3 – Computing Fundamentals
- iC3 – Living Online
- iC3 – Key Applications
- CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)
Section Two
In this section, students will focus on the important component of web development within the world of IT. First, students will learn how to create content for the web as well as about key web elements such as servers, file organization, HTML, CSS, Javascript, and the development stack that will help them build any website. Next, students will take what they have learned about creating web content to the next level by applying design principles to achieve the greatest impact. They will also learn the behind-the-scenes tasks of organizing your files, ensuring website accessibility, following intellectual property regulations, and performing site backup and maintenance.
Section Three
In this Section, students will dig even deeper into the world of web development while extending their technological reach. First, students will learn the Agile methodology of software development and its role in leadership and teamwork. Students will also learn JavaScript to enhance their web development work as their efforts culminate in a professional portfolio using GitHub. Then, as students perfect their portfolio for future employers, they will learn about common coding errors and security threats, website accessibility and reliability, and become more fluent and efficient in JavaScript as they prepare to share their final website as a presentation to showcase their achievements.
Preparation for the following Industry Certifications:
- CIW Site Development Associate