Undergraduate Catalog - UMUC Europe

BACHELOR’S DEGREES
Digital Media and
Web Technologies
Students may seek an academic major in digital media and
Web technologies.
Major in Digital Media and
Web Technologies
The digital media and Web technologies major provides
in-depth knowledge in practical applications of computing.
The coherent and flexible program of study includes areas
such as digital media, gaming, and Web-based technologies.
The interdisciplinary approach allows students to integrate
courses from several specialized areas in computing. Graduates
are prepared for a variety of entry- and midlevel technical
and management positions within the digital media, Web
technology, gaming, and computing industries.
Intended Program Outcomes
The student who graduates with a major in digital media and
Web technologies will be able to
G Design, develop, and manage Web applications using current
and emerging technologies that adhere to industry standards.
G Analyze needs and effectively manage projects and resources,
applying sound business principles and technology.
G Configure, optimize, and administer computer systems to
support Web technologies.
G Design and develop digital, interactive, and Web-based media
to meet customer requirements and usability standards.
G Develop, test, and implement Web and multimedia
applications using sound techniques of scripting
and programming.
G Effectively apply relevant theories, practices, and principles
when designing and developing works of digital media.
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Degree Requirements
A degree with a major in digital media and Web technologies
requires the successful completion of 120 credits of
coursework including 30 credits for the major (indicated by
F); 41 credits in general education requirements (GERs);
and 49 credits in the minor, electives, and other degree
requirements. At least 15 credits in the major must be earned
in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).
Requirements for the Digital Media
and Web Technologies Major
Coursework for a major in digital media and Web
technologies includes the following:
G Foundation courses (6 credits):
CMST 290 and 295
G Required core course sequence (6 credits):
CMST 385-386 (Web technologies),
CMST 341-342 (motion graphics),
or CMST 310-311 (digital design)
G Supplemental major courses (15 credits):
Chosen from any CMST, CMIS, CMIT, CMSC,
CSIA, and IFSM courses (Note: Taking courses
within a single topic area -- Web technologies,
motion graphics, or digital design -- is highly
recommended.)
G Required capstone course (3 credits):
CMST 495
Recommended Sequence
The following course sequence will fulfill all of the
requirements for the BS in digital media and Web
technologies. Since some recommended courses fulfill more
than one requirement, substituting courses for those listed
may make it necessary to take additional courses to meet
degree requirements. Students should consult an academic
advisor whenever taking advantage of other options.
Information on alternate courses (where allowable) to fulfill
general education requirements (in communications, arts
and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biological and
physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinary issues)
may be found on p. 63.