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Online Degrees and Certificates

You can earn an Associate of Science Degree in Web Design or Certificates in Web Design, Mobile Media, or Digital Media Skills. This web design training can be completed entirely online. We also offer courses at our campuses in Ridgecrest, Bishop, Mammoth Lakes, and the Kern River Valley.

Program Philosophy

Our team of knowledgeable and talented faculty will provide you with a foundation in writing valid XHTML markup, separating content from presentation with CSS, designing information architecture, applying principles of accessibility and usability, technical writing, and web project management. We emphasize design concepts, such as color theory, gestalt principles, typography, and page layout. You will also have frequent opportunities to work on group projects, acquiring essential collaborative, communication, and self-regulation skills.

We teach popular software applications (e.g. Adobe CS4) and scripting languages, however, you will become aware that tools change frequently in the industry. We will help you to become a successful lifelong learner so that after you graduate, you can easily stay current in this rapidly changing field.

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Fall 2009 Classes Open for Enrollment

Fall semester classes begin August 24, and registration is open. Many classes fill quickly, so enroll early to ensure you don't miss out! . [More...]

Ridgecrest Regional Hospital Site Redesign

This summer, students will redesign Ridgecrest Regional Hospital's web site as their project in the program capstone course, DMA C280 Web Production Managment. [More...]