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Program Overview

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This program examines the major components of information technology—the Internet, databases and programming—and provides a foundation to design and build interactive, information-rich websites with underlying databases.

Courses focus on designing and building a Web interface, creating interactive Web documents, developing and managing content on the Web, and understanding the server environment and architecture of data-driven Web applications. Basic programming skills are provided to design and deploy internet solutions for common business goals and web projects.

Participants will learn:

• How to approach Web design and organization of Web site content
• Fundamental constructs that unite all scripting languages, with a focus on the application of JavaScript for the creation of interactive Web documents
• How to apply Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and XSL to the formatting and design of Web pages
• Concepts and skills to design and build databases for Web applications
• How to use XML as an alternative data storage technology
• How to integrate data in a Web site using MySQL and PHP technologies
• How to integrate server-side programming, database technologies and client-side scripting to create dynamic Web applications

This program is intended for:

• Professionals in information technology, publishing, or service fields requiring a comprehensive introduction to widely used Web technologies
• General practitioners with some knowledge of the Web, who want to enhance their knowledge with practical Web programming skills
• Professionals without a technical background in computer science, such as those with management or administrative responsibilities, who seek an overview of key facets of information technology

Contact a Program Representative

If you have questions about this program, please call 206-685-8936 in the greater Seattle area, or 888-469-6499, or e-mail us.

Also Available Online

This program is also available via Online Learning.

Related Programs

• Management in the Technology Sector
• Web Design with Adobe Creative Suite
• Web Technology Solutions (online)

Related Degree

The Master of Science in Information Management (MSIM) offered by the UW Information School develops leaders who can strategically manage knowledge resources and information technologies to improve the efficiency, productivity, competitive advantage, and profitability of any organization in any setting. Academic paths are available for full-time students (coming from all academic backgrounds) and for part-time executives (with a minimum of 3 years professional experience). For more information, and to see a list of our upcoming Seattle-campus and live web-chat information sessions, please visit www.msim.washington.edu or email msim@ischool.washington.edu.