One thing is for certain: Computer technology is the way things will be done in business from now on. The personal computer revolution has taken today's business offices by storm and will continue expanding beyond our wildest dreams. If there's an industry that needs qualified individuals as quickly as possible, it's computer technology and programming. You could enter this exciting industry with 96 credit hours of program study. Southwest Florida College is prepared to offer you one of the best available computer technology courses in education today.

Southwest Florida College's computer programs recognize the interdependence of modern technology and computer techniques. Our teaching methods afford you the benefits of both fields by offering you the theoretical and practical approaches to gain a more thorough understanding of the modern business world. If you have a highly critical mind and think in abstract terms, computer science could be your ticket to a successful future.

All of our computer labs feature up-to-date technological advancements to ensure that your experience at Southwest Florida College is relevant to the quickly changing business climate. Both the Ft. Myers and Tampa locations employ a knowledgeable and professional staff to enhance your personal studies in our modern facilities and labs. Southwest Florida College offers a variety of computer technology-based curriculums.

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Southwest Florida College’s Web Design and Development program explores the basics of Web site design. You will acquire the knowledge and develop the skills needed to understand and apply Internet concepts when designing and developing Web sites. You will explore the various site design models used in personal, commercial and government Web sites, and will design Web pages and Web sites utilizing a variety of techniques and software tools. Students will design, create and program websites from start to finish including back-end database integration and optimization.

Students enrolled in the Web Design and Development programs will learn how to design on both Macintosh and PC’s to make them the most employable professionals in the area. Skills learned include Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, Java, Javascript, html, CSS, and XHTML. You will also learn SQL, ASP, and PHP for back end development.

Every student who successfully completes the Web Design and Development program at Southwest Florida College will be equipped with a professional portfolio.  The portfolio will present both computer generated and freehand graphic work that you can reference when applying for employment.  Graduates can pursue entry level positions as web designers and developers with advertising agencies, graphic design companies, web development companies, freelance, and much more.  

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