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Information Systems Management Associate’s Degree and Diploma—Web Programming Specialization

Our Information Systems Management Associate’s degree with a Web Programming specialization helps you start your in-demand career in web development where you can turn ideas into functioning programs using code and software tools to create and manipulate web sites and applications.

Through a strong foundation in programming languages ranging from Visual Basic, C++, and C# to Java® and HTML, you gain the knowledge necessary to excel in programming and how to successfully work with clients to find creative solutions to today’s business challenges.



Understand Software to Help a Website Stand Out

Understanding programming code is a vital part that the general user will never see. Your Information Systems Management Associate's degree or Diploma curriculum brings you through the software needed to develop websites in a convenient online format or a combination of online and on campus classes.

In preparation for industry-specific certifications (including CIW JavaScript Fundamentals and MCTS .NET Framework Applications), we provide relevant courses and practice exams at no additional cost to you.* Plus, if you have already earned these industry certifications, you may be eligible to receive college credit.

Learn more about our Information Systems Management Associate's degree or Diploma by completing the form on the right or calling us at 888-549-6755. One of our program managers will be happy to answer all your questions.

Program Highlights
  • Prepare for industry-relevant certifications
  • Build a strong foundation in programming languages
  • Earn your degree conveniently online or a combination of online and on campus classes
  • Advanced curriculum delivered by experienced faculty

Web Programming Courses

This well-rounded web programming specialization will give you instruction in the fundamentals of programming, website design, multimedia technologies, visual basic, database design, Java I, PERL/CGI and PHP/MYSQL. We will help you become a back end developer and understand multiple sources of code.

  • Hands-on projects help you create a professional portfolio
  • Earn a variety of valuable industry-specific certifications
  • Waive courses for eligible certifications you already earned
  • Transfer into a School of Technology Bachelor's degree

Sample Course List

JavaScript
In this course students learn how to effectively create web pages using the JavaScript programming language. Students will gain exposure to programming, debugging, and testing web pages created with this language. This course builds upon HTML principles.
Fundamentals of Programming
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of developing well-structured computer programs utilizing a high-level programming language such as C++. Focusing on Object-Oriented Programming techniques, the course provides an understanding of programming constructs such as handlers, loops, conditionals, and variables. Additionally, the use of pseudo-code examples and exercises will allow students to manipulate these constructs without requiring that they have previous experience with program code syntax. A final project is required for the successful completion of this course.
Java I
Students will work with the Java programming language to learn about Java byte-code programs and how they are executed within a Java virtual machine. Students will study class libraries and gain an understanding of how they perform important computing tasks, how they interact with computer hardware and operating systems, and how they handle deficiencies encountered on computing platforms. Concepts such as Graphical User Interfaces, multimedia development, and web programming will be explored as well as the use of Java programming in the development of applications for mobile devices.
Web Programming Capstone
This course summarizes key learning throughout the student's program. Students apply what they have learned by solving a real-world programming problem. This problem-solving exercise encompasses timelines, deadlines, team-building, and communication issues.
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Estimated Program Cost

  •   Full Time Part Time
  • Upper division courses

    Upper division courses

    Upper Division courses are either listed as 300-400 or 3000-4000 level, depending on the state.

    $299 $310
  • Lower division courses

    Lower division courses

    Lower Division courses are either listed as 100-200 or 1000-2000 level, depending on the state.

    $299 $395
  • Estimated Price

    Estimated Price

    Price if you are continuously enrolled in your program of study until graduation. Estimated price does not include $150 course fee.

  • Grants

    None Partner Success
  • Discounts

    None Corporate Military
  • Transfer Credits

    How many credits can you transfer?

    0

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Estimated Potential Earnings

If you invested in your degree and started a career as a , the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) states the median yearly salary for this career is . At that rate, your estimated return on investment would be over the course of a lifetime.

A career as a is just one career option you can pursue with your degree. Your income potential can vary based on your specialization or industry, and you should explore all your options to find the career that is right for you.

A Degree Matters

Earning an Associate's or Bachelor's degree—regardless of the field of study—can greatly improve your income potential in today's job market. In fact, according to the BLS, degree holders earn, on average, significantly more than high school diploma holders:

National Average Lifetime Earnings**
Unemployment Rate**
Bachelor's Degree
$2,281,040
4.9%
Associate's Degree
$1,763,440
6.8%
Some College
$1,622,240
8.7%
High School Diploma
$1,367,880
9.4%

**http://www.census.gov/prod/2011pubs/acs-14.pdf, http://www.bls.gov/emp/ep_chart_001.htm

Potential earnings calculated by multiplying median full-time salaries by 40 years http://www.bls.gov/emp/ep_chart_001.htm

Seamless Transfer Policies

  • Transfer up to 67% of the credits required to complete your degree
  • Credits accepted from nationally and regionally accredited schools
  • Course-by-course evaluation of all courses with a grade of C or higher
  • No expiration of your previously-earned general education and certain degree-specific credits
  • Credit through prior learning, work, and military experience
    • Test out of courses where you can demonstrate specific knowledge
    • Complete advanced placement (AP) exams and achieve a score of 3 or higher
    • Successfully complete college exams (e.g., CLEP, DSST, DANTES, etc.)
    • Successfully submit course waivers for approval from Rasmussen College
    • Submit credits transcribed by the American Council of Education (ACE)
    • Submit a military transcript
  • Transfer all general education courses from your previously earned Associate's or Bachelor's degree, regardless of course of study
  • School of Technology Waivers:
    • Course waivers will be considered for students who have select professional certifications from the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA); Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS); Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT); or CIW JavaScript certification.
    • Course waivers will be considered for specific courses within the School of Technology related to the certification.
    • Certifications must have been earned within the last three years.
    • The student's credential will be reviewed, and if the criteria are met, will waive the course requirements and the grades will be posted on the student transcript as a Course Waiver (CW).

*Rasmussen College will cover the application fee for each first attempt of all of the industry certification exams for which you qualify to take. Should you need to take an exam more than once to receive a passing score, you will be responsible for all subsequent exam application fees.

 
 

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