2026-2027 Course Catalog
Web Developer, Full Stack, AAS
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The Web Developer, Full Stack, AAS degree is intended for the student who is interested in designing and building commercial web based applications. The program offers a variety of skills, technologies and current software tools. A student who completes this program will be able to evaluate, design and build a commercial web application. They will be able to create the expected functionality of the web app, including such e-commerce components as database-driven content, shopping carts and payment processing. Web developer tools and technologies are constantly changing. The courses will use current industry software based on current standards. Many of the upper-level courses in this program are designed to address the newest and developing technologies that are an expectation of this field. Graduates of this program have a variety of employment opportunities. They may work with small to mid-sized firms that provide full stack developer services. They may work with large corporations on corporate websites. This program also provides graduates with a set of skills that will allow them to work on their own as a contractor, or to start their own business venture.
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Location: West Des Moines, Online
Students may start any semester
Graduation Requirements
To earn a Web Development AAS degree, a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average. Option 2 - Select 1 Course
Total Credits Required to Complete this AAS Degree - 67
Fixed Costs
Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$215.00 per credit The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change. Varied Costs
| Costs | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Semester 5 | | Books (approximate) | 300 | 200 | 300 | 300 | 230 | | Supplies (approximate) | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | | Software (optional, one-time purchase Adobe Academic Creative Suite) | 400 | | | | | Approximate total for the program: $15,835-$16,235**
**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost. What Kind of Work Will You Do?
- Updates and modifications to existing website applications.
- Debugging and fixing of website applications.
- Creating new pages and content for existing applications.
- Implementing new technologies in older website applications.
- Meet with customers and clients to determine needs, expectations and deadlines.
- Creation of new website applications.
- Manipulation of images and other content for presentation on a web page.
- Use a variety of skills and technologies to define, design and build applications that meet customer and client business expectations.
What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?
- Interest and curiosity about new and developing technologies related to the Internet.
- Good communication skills, especially written and personal skills.
- Self-motivation and excellent time management skills.
- Excellent general computer skills and a high comfort level using new software.
What Else Should I Consider about this Degree program?
- Classes require daily use of a computer with current software and operating system.
- Program uses both Mac and PC skills.
- The material, software and technologies within this program change very rapidly.
- Many employment opportunities are part-time, contract and self-employed work that require experience or work examples.
- Compatible areas of study include Graphic Design, Photography, Marketing, Sales, Computer Programming, Databases and Business.
Program Competencies
- Communicate verbally and in writing
- Work as a team member using web development technologies and concepts
- Design client website applications using current software and techniques
- Build client website applications using current HTML, CSS and Javascript standards
- Build database driven server side applications using PHP
- Build commercial website applications using WordPress
- Build website applications using Drupal
- Implement current and emerging software, techniques and technologies
- Publish website applications to commercial hosting accounts
Nondiscrimination Statement
It is the policy of Des Moines Area Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Director, Enterprise Risk Management, 2006 South Ankeny Boulevard, Bldg 22, Ankeny, IA 50023, 515-513-0655, feedback@dmacc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov (2026) |
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