Web Development and Design: Career Associate

The Web Development and Design: Career Associate program at Harrisburg Area Community College is designed to equip students with comprehensive skills and knowledge essential for success in the rapidly evolving field of web technology. This program offers a balanced curriculum that combines foundational concepts with advanced techniques in web development, graphic design, user experience, and digital communication, preparing graduates for various roles within the digital industry. Students will engage in hands-on projects that simulate real-world scenarios, enabling them to build a robust portfolio of work by the time they complete the program. The curriculum covers core topics such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, responsive design, website architecture, and database management, ensuring graduates are proficient in creating both aesthetic and functional websites. Additionally, students explore graphic design principles, multimedia integration, and content management systems to enhance their versatility as web developers and designers. The program emphasizes practical skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, enabling students to adapt to new technologies and industry standards in a fast-paced environment. The faculty consists of experienced professionals who provide mentorship and industry insights to help students develop a clear understanding of career pathways in web development and design. Graduates of this program are well-prepared to pursue entry-level positions such as web developer, front-end designer, graphic designer, or digital content specialist. They also possess a solid foundation to continue their education in related fields or to start their own freelance or entrepreneurial ventures. With the increasing demand for skilled web professionals across virtually every industry, this associate degree program offers a promising pathway to a dynamic and rewarding career.

General Education   
ENGL 101 English Composition I  3 
ENGL 102 English Composition II (or)  3 
  ENGL 104 Technical Writing (or)  (3)
  ENGL 106 Business Writing  (3)
COMM 101 Effective Speaking (or)  3 
  COMM 203 Interpersonal Communication  (3)
Core A Elective  3 
Core B Elective  3 
Core C Elective  3 
Free Elective  3 
Physical Education & Wellness  1 

Major Requirements     
WEB 101 Web Program Introduction  3   
WEB 110 Web Site Publishing  3   
WEB 125 HTML & CSS  3   
WEB 130 Multimedia Fundamentals  3   
WEB 133 Design Fundamentals  3   
WEB 143 Development Fundamentals  3   
WEB 240 JavaScript Programming  3   
WEB 268 Web Program Capstone  3   
*Program Major Elective  3   

This curriculum is designed to prepare students to:

Design high quality web pages for a variety of uses

Publish websites with effective design and content for various platforms

Create interactive and multimedia content for web use

Develop websites using modern standards for HyperText Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and Java Script

Create programs for both web and mobile applications

Develop web applications that integrate server programming, databases, and markup languages

Work individually, and as team members, on website projects

Recognize the importance of how specialized training fits into larger management and societal contexts

Write and speak effectively

Appreciate accomplishments in the arts and sciences

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

Enroll in the course

Apply for a Full-Ride Scholarship

Are you a future student and ready to apply to HACC? 
By applying to HACC, you have the opportunity to apply for a full-ride scholarship! HACC will fund two years of your education – enough to complete your associate degree.

Thanks to the support of the HACC Foundation, the College is able to offer FREE money to support future students, like you, in reaching your educational goals. Six full-ride scholarships are available – one from each of the five campuses and one through HACC’s Virtual Learning Program. 

Please note that current students are not eligible for the full-ride scholarships. However, there are more than 250 scholarships available for current students.

What should you know about the full-ride scholarship?

The scholarship covers tuition, books and fees for a full academic year. 

The scholarship will automatically renew each term for up to six consecutive terms if you maintain your eligibility.

Once you apply to the College and receive a HACC ID and email address, you may apply for the full-ride scholarship. You do not have to register for classes before applying for the scholarship.

Are you eligible?

To be eligible, you must:

Apply to HACC

Take 12-15 credits each term for no more than six consecutive terms (two years)

Live in Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, Schuylkill or York county

Have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0

Provide a 480 SAT reading score, 21 ACT or comparable scores on the College’s placement test

Maintain a GPA of 3.0 while enrolled at HACC

Participate in at least two HACC student organizations