Digital Media and Web Technologies

Students may seek an academic major in digital media and Web technologies.

Major in Digital Media and Web Technologies

The digital media and Web technologies major provides in‑depth knowledge in practical applications of computing. The coherent and flexible program of study includes areas such as digital media, gaming, and Web-based technologies. The interdisciplinary approach allows students to integrate courses from several specialized areas in computing. Graduates are prepared for a variety of entry- and midlevel technical and management positions within the digital media, Web technology, gaming, and computing industries.

Intended Program Outcomes

The student who graduates with a major in digital media and Web technologies will be able to

  • Design, develop, and manage Web applications using current and emerging technologies that adhere to industry standards.
  • Analyze needs and effectively manage projects and resources, applying sound business principles and technology.
  • Configure, optimize, and administer computer systems to support Web technologies.
  • Design and develop digital, interactive, and Web-based media to meet customer requirements and usability standards.
  • Develop, test, and implement Web and multimedia applications using sound techniques of scripting and programming.
  • Effectively apply relevant theories, practices, and principles when designing and developing works of digital media.

Degree Requirements

A degree with a major in digital media and Web technologies requires the successful completion of 120 credits of coursework including 30 credits for the major (indicated by Required by major); 41 credits in general education requirements (GERs); and 49 credits in the minor, electives, and other degree requirements. At least 15 credits in the major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).

Requirements for the Digital Media and Web Technologies Major

Coursework for a major in digital media and Web technologies includes the following:

  • Foundation courses (6 credits): CMST 290 and 295
  • Required core course sequence (6 credits): CMST 385-386 (Web technologies), CMST 341-342 (motion graphics),
    or CMST 310-311 (digital design)
  • Supplemental major courses (15 credits): Chosen from any CMST, CMIS, CMIT, CMSC, CSIA, and IFSM courses (Note: Taking courses within a single topic area -- Web technologies, motion graphics, or digital design -- is highly recommended.)
  • Required capstone course (3 credits): CMST 495

Recommended Sequence

The following course sequence will fulfill all of the requirements for the BS in digital media and Web technologies. Since some recommended courses fulfill more than one requirement, substituting courses for those listed may make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degree requirements. Students should consult an academic advisor whenever taking advantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (where allowable) to fulfill general education requirements (in communications, arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinary issues) may be found in the General Education Requirements.

Digital Media and Major Courses

First Courses

(to be taken within the first 18 credits)

Note: Placement tests are required for math and writing courses.

LIBS 150 Introduction to Research (1)

WRTG 101 Introduction to Writing (3)

MATH 103 College Mathematics (3)

or MATH 107 College Algebra
or a higher-level math course

Introductory Courses

(to be taken within the first 30 credits)

PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues (3)

or ENGL 240 Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Drama
or other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN, MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, or foreign language course to fulfill the first general education requirement in arts and humanities

IFSM 201 Concepts and Applications of Information Technology (3)

or CMST 303 Advanced Application Software

BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology (3)

and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology (1)

or BIOL 103 Introduction to Biology
or other course(s) to fulfill the general education requirement in biological and physical sciences with related laboratory

CMIS 102 Introduction to Problem Solving and Algorithm Design (3) Or other course to fulfill the second general education requirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing

GVPT 170 American Government (3)
or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG, GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible AASP, CCJS, GERO, or WMST course to fulfill the first general education requirement in behavioral and social sciences

WRTG 291 Research Writing (3)
or other course to fulfill the general education requirement in communications/writing

Foundation Courses

(to be taken within the first 60 credits)

PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology (3)

or SOCY 100 Introduction to Sociology
or other course to fulfill the second general education requirement in behavioral and social sciences (discipline must differ from first)

CMST 295Required by major Fundamentals of Digital Media (3)

NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science (3)

or ASTR 100 Introduction to Astronomy
or other course to fulfill the general education requirement in biological and physical sciences

HIST 142 Western Civilization II (3)

or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865 or other ARTH or HIST course to fulfill the general education requirement in arts and humanities for the historical perspective (discipline must differ from other humanities course)

CMST 290Required by major Introduction to Interactive Design (3)

SPCH 100 Foundations of Oral Communication (3)

or SPCH 101 Introduction to Public Speaking
or other course to fulfill the general education requirement in communications/ writing or speech

Additional Required Courses

(to be taken after introductory and foundation courses)

WRTG 393 Advanced Technical Writing (3)
or other course to fulfill the upper-level advanced writing requirement

CMST 385Required by major Principles of Web Design and Technology I (3)

or CMST 341 Principles of Multimedia I

or CMST 310 Fundamentals of Electronic Publishing
or other core major course
(see Requirements for the Major)

CMST 386Required by major Principles of Web Design and Technology II (3)

or CMST 342 Principles of Multimedia II

or CMST 311 Advanced Electronic Publishing
or other core major course
(see Requirements for the Major)

CMST 306Required by major Introduction to Visual Basic .NET Programming (3)
or other supplemental major course
(see Requirements for the Major)

CMST 388Required by major Fundamentals of JavaScript (3)
or other supplemental major course
(see Requirements for the Major)

CMST 460Required by major Web Application Development Using ColdFusion (3)
or other supplemental major course
(see Requirements for the Major)

CMST 463Required by major Web Application Development Using PHP/MySQL (3)

CMST 450Required by major Web Development Using XML (3)
or other supplemental major course
(see Requirements for the Major)

Capstone Course for the Major

(to be taken in the last 9 credits)

CMST 495Required by major Current Trends and Projects in Digital Media and Web Technologies (3)

Minor and/or Elective Courses

(to be taken in the last 60 credits along with required major courses) (49)

Recommended minor: Business administration

Total credits for BS in digital media and Web technologies 120


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Last updated: 30 June 2011