Expand your career possibilities by learning Web Development in this online program. Build dynamic websites, and play a key role in increasing client-interaction for any company or business. Create your own websites and work with clients, or improve existing websites to increase their functionality and make them more complex or user-friendly.
Knowing both desktop and mobile development technologies will increase your job possibilities exponentially, especially with the increasing use of Smartphones and mobile devices.
Learn the latest in-demand technologies for developing websites for both mobile and desktop devices, and gain versatility as a professional web developer.
In this program, develop the following competencies in web development:
- Master basic HTML, the core technology behind almost all websites
- Learn CSS for designing pages
- Discover how to make your pages more dynamic with JavaScript
- Practice the fundamentals of PHP and SQL to create database-driven websites
- Study XML and Ajax to create websites that send and retrieve data efficiently
- Explore HTML5, the newest version of HTML
- Learn to write high-performing jQuery applications
- Develop and understanding of jQuery Mobile's capabilities, supported devices, and support for accessibility
- Learn to develop websites for both mobile and desktop devices
The Mobile and Desktop Web Developer program teaches you to build dynamic database-driven websites for desktop and mobile devices using the most current technologies. You will gain intensive web development knowledge to enter an exciting and rewarding career in a growing technical field.
You will master basic HTML (the core technology behind traditional websites), learn CSS for designing pages, and discover how to make your pages more dynamic with JavaScript. In addition, you will learn the fundamentals of PHP, SQL, XML, Ajax, HTML5, putting you on the cutting edge of web development. You will then explore mobile-specific components of web development such as jQuery and mobile web design.
This program includes a project where you will build a website from the ground up, and a final exam will test your knowledge about the technologies you learned. Once you successfully complete this program, you will be prepared to enter a job market where Web Developers are in high demand and earn rewarding salaries.
Upon registering, you will receive twelve (12) months to complete this program.
This program is compatible with both the Windows and Macintosh operating systems. (Special note for Mac users: While there is nothing taught in this course that cannot be done on a Mac, all the presentations are done using a PC. If you have questions as to how to do an exercise on your Mac, you will be able to ask your instructor.)
Full setup instructions and technical requirements are provided after accessing each module in the course.
The following are the minimum system requirements necessary to access the modules included in the course. All of these items can be downloaded for free:
A Web browser. You will need the latest version of Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, or Safari.
Any text or HTML editor. Suggested editors for each platform are:
- Windows
- Crimson Editor (free)
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- Notepad (included in Windows) or Textpad
- Mac OS X
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- TextMate, TextEdit (included in Mac OS X) or TextWrangler
For the Ajax and PHP modules, you must install either MAMP or XAMPP, both of which are free. Additionally, you will need one of the following databases:
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft SQL Server Express
- MySQL
- Oracle
Manuals are included as downloadable PDFs throughout the program.
There are no prerequisites but students are expected to be reasonably comfortable with computers and have an interest in programming and technology.
This course is supported by multiple instructors at Webucator, a national training and courseware development company, all of whom are experts in their fields.
1. Can I register for programs if I am an international student?
Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school. Most schools offer telephone or online registration.
2. How long does it take to complete a program?
All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment. Upon registering, you will receive twelve (12) months to complete this program
3. Do I have to buy additional materials?
No
4. Can I get financial assistance?
ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses.
5. What happens when I complete the program?
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.
6. Am I guaranteed a job?
ed2go programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. We don't provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job. Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.
7. Who will be my instructor?
Each student is paired up with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction. The facilitator will be available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach.
8. What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements?
In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet. You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer. You don't have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time. We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer.
9. Can I use a Mac?
Yes
10. How can I get more information about the program?
If you have questions that are not answered on our website, please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button toward the top of the page). If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please feel free to send us a question using the "Contact Us" form to the right. You may also call us at 1-855-520-6806
1-855-520-6806 FREE. We will answer your questions promptly.
11. When can I start the program?
Our programs are all open enrollment. You can register and start the program as soon as you are ready.
Please note: Once the program curriculum is accessed online or through submission of a material shipment confirmation, refunds cannot be issued.
12. How do you do the applied labs if you don’t have equipment?
The majority of labs can be done using the online lab system. A link to schedule the lab is included with the course for each lab that can be done online.
13. What if I don't have enough time to complete my program within the time frame provided?
The
time allotted to complete your program has been calculated based on the
number of hours for each program, so don't worry too much about not
completing in time. If, after a concerted effort, you are still unable
to complete, your Student Advisor will help you work out a suitable
completion date. Please note that a fee will be charged for an
extension.