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CIS - Web Publishing Certificate

This certificate is designed to give students the benefits of hands-on training in Web Page Design and Publication, Internet usage, and proficiency with web-related media applications.  

Total Units:
15

First Year

Semester 1

7 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered*
CISW 300
Web Publishing
3
Advisory: CISC 305
F(O,P), S(O,P), Su(O)
CISC 323
Linux Operating System or
1
F(O), S(O)
CISC 308
Exploring Computer Environments and the Internet
1
F(O), S(O)
ART 301
Digital Drawing and Composition or
3
F, S, Su
ARTNM 324
Digital Design or
3
Advisory: ART 300, 320, CISC 302/JOUR 330
S
PHOTO 400
Digital Imaging
3
F, S

Semester 2

8 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered*
BUS 100
English for the Professional
3
ENGRD 110 & ENGWR 51 or ESLR 320 & ESLW 320; Advisory: BUSTEC 302 & 303
F(O), S(O)
CISW 350
Imaging for the Web
1
Advisory: CISC 306 & SICW 300
S(O)
1 units from List A
4
See List A
See List A

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = Online available, (P) = Partially online

List A-a minimum of 4 units from the following:

Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered*
CISA 340
Presentation Graphics
2
Advisory: CISC 302 or 310
F(P), S(P)
CISC 306
Introduction to Web Page Creation
1
CISC 305
F(P), S(O)
CISW 304
Cascading Style Sheets
2
CISW 300
F(O), Su(O)
CISW 308
Mobile Web Development
2
CISW 300; Advisory: CISW 304
F(O), Su(O)
CISW 308
Mobile Web Development
2
CISW 300; Advisory CISW 304
F(O), Su(O)
CISW 310
Advanced Web Publishing
4
CISW 300
Check Class Schedule for offering
CISW 321
Web Site Development using Dreamweaver
3
Advisory: CISC 305
S(O,P)
CISW 355
Web Imaging Projects
2
CISW 350
S(O)
CISW 400
Client-side Web Scripting
4
CISW 300
F(O), S(O)
CISW 410
Database-Driven Web Applications
4
CISW 300; Advisory: CISP 300 or CISW 310
S(O,P)

Career Options/Outlook:

Web developers design, create, and modify web sites. Analyze user needs to implement Web site content, graphics, performance, and capacity. May integrate Web sites with other computer applications. May convert written, graphic, audio, and video components to compatible Web formats by using software designed to facilitate the creation of Web and multimedia content.  Career opportunities require more than two years of college study.

A sample of reported job titles:

Designer, Technology Applications Engineer, Web Architect, Web Design Specialist, Web Designer, Web Developer, Web Development Director, Web Development Instructor, Webmaster

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

3,070

Projected growth in California (2020-2030):

25% growth

Median Salary in California with advanced degree (2021):

$84,860/yr

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

About this map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2025-2026

Published September 24, 2025

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