Some web developers work in the computer systems design and related services industry. Others are self-employed. Still others work in industries including publishing, management consulting, and advertising. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment of web developers and digital designers is projected to grow 13 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. About 17,900 openings for web developers and digital designers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Demand will be driven by the growing popularity of mobile devices and ecommerce. See the BLS.GOV Website for more information on this Career Path.
This area of focus will prepare students to work in professions such as:
This minor provides both the theoretical understanding and practical skill set needed for students to design, develop, and maintain modern websites and web applications. Through a balance of courses in front-end and back-end development, programming fundamentals, user experience principles, and web technologies, students learn to structure and style web content, implement interactive functionality, manage data-driven applications, and apply best practices for usability, accessibility, and performance. Coursework emphasizes hands-on development and problem-solving, preparing students to contribute to professional web development projects across a wide range of industries and organizational contexts.
18 Total Credit Hours
Required (9 Credit Hours):
Electives (9 Credit Hours):
Note:
No more than 12 semester hours counted toward this minor can be double counted with another minor or major.
Associate Professor
Klehm Hall - 4032
2175813372
gjgrant@eiu.edu
Instructor | Photographer | Program Coordinator of BSc in Digital Media Technology
Klehm Hall - 1021
jjgrabiec@eiu.edu