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IT-Web & Software Developer

  • Associate Degree
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Program Number: 

101527

Program Credits: 

62.00

Estimated Total Cost: 

$10,177.30

Typical Start: 

Fall
Financial Aid Eligible

Western's IT-Web & Software Developer program prepares you to build software solutions for various platforms, with a focus on real-world business applications. You'll learn programming, database design, and application development using languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, and C#. The program includes object-oriented programming and introduces modern tools and frameworks used in today's development environments.

You'll also explore DevOps concepts, including version control and collaboration tools used in software development. The program covers cloud computing fundamentals and explores how emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support troubleshooting, documentation, and testing. Real-world projects help you build teamwork and problem-solving skills.

When you finish, you'll be ready for entry-level jobs like software engineer, web developer, or software tester. You can also continue your education through transfer agreements with schools like Viterbo University.

Program instructors accept website work from the public that fits with the topic they are covering in class. To apply for this service, complete the Website Project Intake Form [1]. 

IT-Web & Software Developer 2021, 2022, & 2023 Graduation Employment Stats

Graduates29
Graduates Responding10
Employed in Related Occupation8
Employed in Non-related Occupations1
Seeking Employment0
Continuing Education0
Not in Labor Market1

Salary Data - Related Employment

Part TimeFull Time
Responding12
Average Hours Per Week3043
Average Hourly Wage$18.54 $31.20
Hourly Wage Range$18.54 $31.20
Average Annual Salary$68,700

Respondents in Related Occupations

  • IT Intern, Computer Programmer, Systems Analyst Programmer 2

Career Opportunities

Application Developer
Application Tester
Computer Programmer/Analyst
Database Administrator
Information Systems Analyst

Program Outcomes

  • Design web and software applications
  • Apply data persistence technologies
  • Develop software applications
  • Develop web applications
  • Develop documentation
  • Use infrastructures
  • Analyze new technologies

Admission Requirements:

College Requirements

Application: 

Yes

Application Fee: 

$30 Application Fee

Software and Technology

This program requires specific software and technology to complete classwork. Click here to see the list of items you will need for your courses [2].

If you do not have access to the items listed for your program, or if the items you have do not meet the requirements, resources may be available. Submit a Student Resource Request using our online form [3].

Internet access is required to access student accounts from off campus. The Learning Commons can provide information on free, off-campus Wi-Fi spots. Contact them at LearningCommons@westerntc.edu [4] or call 608-785-9198.

For additional specifications, please review Technology and Software Recommendations for Most Classes [5] on Western’s IT Knowledgebase.

Career Pathways: 

IT-Web & Software Developer

Prior Learning: 

Previous education and work experience could qualify for Credit for Prior Learning, saving you time and money. Find out more [6] about what may apply to this program.

Technical Diploma: 

IT-Web Programmer

Associate Degree: 

IT-Web & Software Developer

Courses

Western offers most courses in a 7-week format, but course length can vary. There are two 7-week sessions in each term, so courses listed below may not be taken at the same time. See www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks [7] for more information.

This course list gives you an idea of what coursework will be required but is not the official list. Current students should use the MyWestern [8] self-service portal for academic planning.

First Term

Cisco 1: Networking Fund
Course Number: 10150110
Credits: 3.00
Computer Apps for Business
Course Number: 10103111
Credits: 3.00
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Course Number: 10151100
Credits: 1.00
IT Exploration
Course Number: 10154103
Credits: 3.00
Strengths Seminar
Course Number: 10890106
Credits: 1.00
Web Programming 1
Course Number: 10152144
Credits: 3.00

Second Term

Database Foundations with SQL
Course Number: 10154108
Credits: 3.00
IT Dev Ops
Course Number: 10152150
Credits: 3.00
Software Design 1
Course Number: 10152170
Credits: 3.00
Web Programming 2
Course Number: 10152124
Credits: 3.00

Third Term

Quantitative Reasoning
Course Number: 10804135
Credits: 3.00
Software Design 2
Course Number: 10152172
Credits: 3.00
Web Programming 3
Course Number: 10152134
Credits: 3.00
Web Programming 4
Course Number: 10152164
Credits: 3.00

Fourth Term

IT Project Management
Course Number: 10152133
Credits: 3.00
Oral/Interpersonal Comm
Course Number: 10801196
Credits: 3.00
Software Design 3
Course Number: 10152174
Credits: 3.00
Technical Reporting
Course Number: 10801197
Credits: 3.00

Fifth Term

Intro to Ethics: Theory & App
Course Number: 10809166
Credits: 3.00
Intro to Psychology
Course Number: 10809198
Credits: 3.00
Mobile Applications Development
Course Number: 10152185
Credits: 3.00
Software Design 4
Course Number: 10152176
Credits: 3.00

Western Technical College
400 7th Street North
La Crosse, Wisconsin
54601

608-785-9200
800-322-9982


Links
[1] https://www.westerntc.edu/form/website-project-intake-form
[2] https://www.westerntc.edu/sites/default/files/programs/documents/Technology_Requirements.pdf
[3] https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=DniDXv9HckGZ5BpZ1xtAINzEPDqm29RGnADqdoibRwxUM0ZIV0tLRE1OS0NaOTY5U01aOFNVNDdVUS4u
[4] mailto:LearningCommons@westerntc.edu
[5] https://kb.westerntc.edu/112380
[6] https://www.westerntc.edu/credit-prior-learning
[7] https://www.westerntc.edu/7-weeks
[8] https://mywestern.westerntc.edu/