Web Design Courses

The web design program at College of Lake County prepares students to build websites utilizing tools like HTML, XML, and Javascript, as well as other authoring tools, graphic applications and multimedia products. The program focuses on publishing documents, images, graphics, sounds and multimedia products. Program courses include: Internet theory, web page stands and policies, user interfaces, vector tools, special effects, interactive and multimedia components, navigation, e-commerce tools, and emerging web technologies. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer web design courses.

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College of Lake County

3602 MARQUETTE RD STE 2, PERU, IL

About
College of Lake County, located in Grayslake, Illinois, was established in 1967. The school's 181 acre campus was donated by Paul W. Brandel. Since its inception the school has expanded quickly, requiring the building of multiple structures and facilities to accommodate the number of students pursuing educational opportunities at the school. The school serves the northeastern suburbs of Chicago and has an enrollment of nearly 18,000 students per year. Since its founding the school has opened two additional campuses, located in Waukegan and Vernon Hills, as well the Great Lakes Center and several extension sites to maximize coverage for residents of the community. College of Lake County is accredited by the higher learning commission.

Academics
College of Lake County offers a large number of programs and courses to ensure that a student will be able to fulfill his or her academic and/or career goals. Students may participate in academic transfer or career training programs as full time students, resulting in an associate's degree or certificate. Academic transfer programs allow students to complete the first two years of a four year education at low cost then transfer to a college or university to finish one's bachelor's degree. Transfer from College of Lake County to a public Illinois college or University is facilitated through agreements that guarantee admission if certain criterion are met, though students may also apply to private or out of state schools as they wish.

Career programs offer student the training necessary to operate as professionals in their field of choice. These programs provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform duties and tasks at the entry level through classroom education and practical application. Programs typically take one to two years to complete, resulting in a degree or certificate that demonstrates qualification to enter the workforce immediately after graduation.

Programs offered include:

• Chemistry
• Massage Therapy
• Medical Assisting
• Paralegal Studies
• Business Administration

College of Lake County also offers individuals non credit courses that may be used to update professional skills or licenses, or may be taken to further personal growth. Such courses do not require full enrollment.

Admissions and Financial Aid
College of Lake County is an open enrollment institution, admitting all students that meet the minimum requirements for entry. Students must complete the admissions application, provide all pertinent transcripts, and participate in orientation prior to registration. Registration takes place just prior to the start of the semester, with tuition fees due shortly thereafter. Students must also take a placement exam to determine which courses they will enroll in and certain programs have additional requirements for admission.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, work study programs and scholarships at the state and federal level. Students in need of financial aid must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to the school's financial aid deadlines. Once submitted, the information from the FAFSA will be used to determine eligibility, need and awards. The school may require additional information be provided prior to the disbursement of funds in order to determine accuracy of the information provided. Scholarships are also available from private sources, requiring a separate application for each one and awarded for numerous reasons.

Athletics
The College of Lake County Lancers participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Skyway Community College Athletic Conference. Students are provided the opportunity to participate in health competition through organized sports, developing skills useful for academic and professional careers, such as discipline and teamwork, while experiencing the value of personal and group success. Additionally, students are exposed to good health habits and the spirit of camaraderie, which can have long term beneficial effects in one's development.

Athletic programs offered:

• Golf
• Cross Country
• Soccer
• Tennis
• Women's Volleyball
• Baseball
• Softball
• Basketball

Students Enrolled in the Web Design Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. College of Lake County has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Web Developers

Description

Design, create, and modify Web sites. Analyze user needs to implement Web site content, graphics, performance, and capacity. May integrate Web sites with other computer applications. May convert written, graphic, audio, and video components to compatible Web formats by using software designed to facilitate the creation of Web and multimedia content.

Multimedia Artists and Animators

Description

Create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, multimedia artists and animators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.0% from 2014 to 2024

Graphic Designers

Description

Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, graphic designers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.4% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).