Web Site Design and Development

Applied Certificate
Web Site Design and Development

Program Overview

This program has a new program title, please visit the Front-End Web Development program page for further information.

Every organization has a website. Public agencies and private companies, big box brands and mom & pops—they all have a website (or need a better website). If this is something that interests you, check out Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s online Web Site Design and Development program.

Learn to build easy-to-navigate websites, design interactive content, setup and customize a web development environment, develop security protocols and more. It’s a great way to build your skill set … or take your career in an exciting new direction. Graduates are in demand as employees and independent contractors.

Web Site Design and Development is an 8-course applied certificate program that you take entirely online. Learn the skills you need to:

  • apply graphic design and production principles
  • build visually attractive, functional websites
  • develop interactive content
  • provide web site administration
  • respond to website security issues
  • set up and customize a web development environment
  • use industry-standard applications, programming and scripting languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.)

Program curriculum is regularly updated to keep pace with new capabilities and evolving industry standards. This ensures your training is relevant and in demand.

Project-Based Learning

The applied certificate uses a hands-on approach to learning. Through class assignments, projects and online discussions, you’ll learn how to design, develop and manage a website from the ground up.

Online Advantage

Offering the entire 8-course program online lets you complete the applied certificate without needing to visit a campus. Courses use a proven combination of internet-based resources, videos, text-based chat sessions and more. Each course is led by an instructor, who provides guidance, answers questions and offers feedback.

Career and Salary Information

Your Career

Web Site Design and Development graduates work in a wide variety of web-related jobs. Typical job titles include web designer, web developer, web master, web technician, and website administrator.

Potential employers include computer software firms, information technology (IT) firms, marketing agencies and graphic design firms. Carve a career as a freelance consultant or get a job in the IT department of a private corporation or an education, health, government or municipal agency.

For more information about career opportunities, contact Student Employment Services at a campus nearest you.

Potential Careers

Sample Job TitleNOC Classification1Earning Potential2
Web DesignerWeb Designers and Developers (2175)$24,600 - $76,400
WebmasterWeb Designers and Developers (2175)$24,600 - $76,400
Web TechnicianComputer Network Technicians (2281)$45,000 - $97,800

Length and Start Date

Start Date(s):

October (accelerated); Varies (part-time):


Length:

27 weeks


Locations

  • Online/Distance options available

  • Some programs offered online or otherwise by distance (i.e., correspondence) include on-site labs, clinicals, practicums or work experiences. They may be offered course-by-course or full-time, or both, and deliveries may change over time.

Part-time Delivery

This program has one or more courses that you can register for immediately.

View the program page for a complete list of courses and additional information.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Note

  • A basic understanding of computer terminology and operations is necessary for successful program completion. Contact the program at 306-765-1647 for more information.

Alternative Admission

Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through an alternative admission assessment. Applicants are automatically considered for alternative admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met.



ACCUPLACER©

Refer to the ACCUPLACER© cut scores for this program below, and review additional details concerning Alternative Admission using Accuplacer.

  • 250 Reading
  • 245 Writing
  • 4 Writeplacer

Post-secondary

Some programs allow applicants to meet the admission grade level requirement using 15 approved post-secondary credits. Review additional information.

If the program applied to has specific course requirements, they may be met through alternative post-secondary courses. Review already approved courses that may be used for admission purposes for your programs.

Admission Method

First Qualified/First Admitted

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake. 

Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year. 

Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.

See Admission Processes for more information about this method of admission.

Tuition and Fees

Estimates are based on current rates and are subject to change. Amounts for a program may vary by campus. Totals shown here include all mandatory fees as well as approximate cost for books and supplies. Visit the Tuition and Fees web page for a complete breakdown of tuition and fees for this program.

 

2022/23 Academic Year

$6,905

Courses

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Name/Description
Credits
 
DSGN 101
Elements and Principles of Design 1
3
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You will study basic design theory in the context of visual communications. You will learn about design tools and materials, and design processes including critiques and drawing. Using the formal elements of design, you will develop practical design skills.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Equivalent Course(s): GAP 340, GRPH 125, GRPH 260
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
DSGN 103
User Experience Design 1
3
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You will learn the core concepts of User Experience (UX) design, the modern toolset, and the conventions of its use. You will develop concepts using wireframes and mockups. You will create prototypes using UX design tools.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
GRPH 100
Elements and Principles of Design 2
3
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Your studies will focus on the graphic elements of type, format and image. You will analyze how graphic elements are used alone and in combination. You will apply these skills to create effective communication solutions.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): DSGN 101
Equivalent Course(s): GAP 340
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
MULT 114
Web Development 3
4
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You will be introduced to programming in JavaScript (JS). Your studies will include data types, variables, basic operations, decisions structures, looping structures, functions, and objects. You will also study the Document Object Model (DOM). You will use these elements to create interactive websites.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): MULT 124(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
MULT 120
Web Development 1
4
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You will learn the basics of web development. You will create webpages using Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Stylesheets (CSS). You will use industry-standard software to write code and publish webpages to your own web hosting service.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Equivalent Course(s): GRPH 260
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
MULT 124
Web Development 2
3
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You will use intermediate Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to create websites with a variety of layouts. You will learn how to build and publish interactive, media rich, and responsive websites. You will explore current website builders and Content Management Systems (CMS).
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): MULT 120(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
MULT 125
Interactive Authoring 1
4
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You will learn how to use the basic components of interactive authoring software. Using a timeline, drawing tools, animation and imported graphics, you will develop the skills and knowledge to create and present an interactive project.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): MULT 120, MULT 124
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
MULT 128
Web Development 4
3
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You will learn about the intricacies of front-end development by exploring several web design approaches. You will use Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) preprocessor, front-end frameworks, and JavaScript libraries to create advanced websites.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): MULT 114(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
Total semester credits: 27

Get Credit for What You Know

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition

Saskatchewan Polytechnic recognizes that adults learn in many different ways. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training.

See link(s) below to get more information about PLAR.


Transfer Credit

Many Sask Polytech students benefit from transferring course credit. You may be eligible to transfer credit to Sask Polytech or to another college or university.


Transfer credit options vary over time; this information is subject to change. Transfer credit options for this program include:

  • All of the courses are fully credited to our Interactive Design and Technology program offered at Regina campus and Saskatoon campus.

Additional Information

  • The accelerated program is delivered over 21 weeks. Students must complete a minimum of 20 course hours per week. Depending on the individual and the content being covered, students can expect to spend anywhere from 20-35 hours per week on their studies. Students with other obligations such as employment, family, etc. should consider enrolling in part-time offerings as the courses are stretched over an extended period of time.
  • Personal Readiness
  • Have a question? Email ConEd@saskpolytech.ca or call 306-659-4418.

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