Web Development Technology

Do you surf the web and think, "I wish I could create a page like that?" Or, perhaps you've already dabbled in web design and dream of a career in web development. So if you're considering this creative and exciting field, consider TSTC West Texas -- we're here to help you achieve your career goals.

If you're like our students, you watch G4Tech, or the Simpsons, or perhaps you enjoy Chuck. Not only are these shows interesting and fun, they also show off some of the latest in technology. In the Web Development Program, you'll learn the newest in Web technology. TSTC West Texas even has classes in Second Life (SL)! Check out our islands (vTSTC) in SL to see what we have to offer. And, if you would like to know how CSI entered Second Life – just ask us.

In the Web Development Program you'll learn all about Web development and about databases. It's the marriage of Web design and database development that is so essential to commercial websites. Databases enable orders to be processed through a company's Web site, while the design is what helps attract customers to the company. Most American and international businesses use databases to support their Web sites.

Web development is a rapidly growing field and companies need employees with the skills you'll learn here at TSTC West Texas. You'll find career opportunities with companies such as Arrow Ford, Ronnie Smith Transmission, and Genesis. You'll find many opportunities with small businesses that need help in starting and maintaining an on-line presence, but you're not limited to working for someone else. Web development is a field where you can be an entrepreneur and have your own business.

To get ready for a career in Web development, you learn programs and languages such as:

  • JavaScript and Java
  • PHP
  • Visual Basic
  • Flash
  • Dreamweaver
  • ASP.NET
  • C++
  • Python

Depending on whether you choose to pursue a certificate or an associate's degree, you'll take courses including.

  • Web Page Design
  • Beginning Web Page Programming
  • Web Authoring
  • Database Theory and Design

Web Development Technology Location In-state
Tuition		 Out-of-state
Tuition		 Time to
Complete
Web Development Technology A.A.S.  ABI $5,715.00 $13,671.00 20 Mo.
Web Developer Cert 1 Certificate  ABI $2,489.00 $5,765.00 8 Mo.
Webmaster M.S.A.  ABI $1,168.50 $2,689.50 4 Mo.
Wembaster (High School Dual Credit only) M.S.A.  ABI $1,168.50 $2,689.50 4 Mo.