Web Design Courses

The web design program at Estrella Mountain Community College 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 California colleges that offer web design courses.

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Estrella Mountain Community College

Also known as AIMC Berkeley

2550 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA

Estrella Mountain Community College, located in Avondale, Arizona, was founded in 1992.  EMCC was founded to create a place that reflects the historical and social values of the surrounding communities. The school provides a modern campus upon which a high quality education is bestowed upon over 15,000 students a year.

The school operates several centers throughout its service area to extend education and career training opportunities to various communities. Estrella is located in the fastest growing area in the state, and has master-planned its growth to be able to accommodate over 40,000 students a year in the coming years. Estrella Mountain Community College is one of ten such schools in the Maricopa County Community College District, and it is the also the most recent one to be established.

Academics

Estrella Mountain Community College offers students a multitude of programs to choose from, ensuring that a student will be able to pursue his or her interests when considering their academic or career future. Academic transfer programs allow students to pursue a bachelor's degree at a four year institution after completing their freshman and sophomore years at EMCC at a low cost.

Once the two years are completed, students may apply for transfer to the four year institution or institutions of their choosing and if accepted continue their education there. Career programs provide students with a certificate or associate degree, which signifies that the student has learned the skills and knowledge necessary to operate in a professional environment related to their field of study. Graduates will be immediately eligible for work in entry level positions.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Nursing
• Culinary Studies
• Medical Assistant
• Creative Writing

Additionally, courses maybe taken as noncredit, allowing individuals to participate in a  class environment for personal interest or growth without the need to produce homework, take exams, or write essays.

Admissions and Financial Aid

As an open enrollment institution all students who apply are eligible for admissions at Estrella Mountain Community College. Students interested in attending this school must supply their residency status to determine tuition and choose their program in order to start the registration process. Students may also be asked to provide standardized test scores and pertinent transcripts.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs. Students in need of financial aid must complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students will have to submit a new FAFSA every year of attendance in order to receive financial aid from the school.

Athletics

EMCC participates in intercollegiate athletics through its cross country and golf programs available to both men and women. The school competes in the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference. Athletic programs are beneficial for students who wish to pursue both academic and athletic success, as it allows an opportunity to grow and develop skills that are useful in both a school and work environment; skill such as teamwork, discipline and good health. Students may contact the athletic department to submit their interest form.

Students Enrolled in the Web Design Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. AIMC Berkeley has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• 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

Salary & Wages

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 520
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.98
  • Average Annual Salary: $81070
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $42.82
  • Average Annual Salary: $89070

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

Salary & Wages

• Oakland-Hayward-Berkeley, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.19
  • Average Annual Salary: $64870
• San Francisco-Redwood City-South San Francisco, CA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.01
  • Average Annual Salary: $76980

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