An intermediate level exploration of the theory and practice of Web design. Students learn the fundamentals of design theory applicable to the World Wide Web and examine tools and techniques for applying that knowledge to their projects. Additional topics include information architecture, usability, accessibility, optimization, typography, and market visibility. Working knowledge of XHTML and CSS required.

Provides the opportunity to apply academic experience in settings associated with future professional employment. Proposals for the internship must be approved by the instructor prior to registration. Students may receive compensation for their internship work.

Topics include database architecture, schema design and definition, entity-relationship diagrams, data retrieval and update, and indexing performance. Architectures for single-user, multi-user, client-server, and web access are introduced. The relational data model is emphasized but alternative database models, such as semi-structured and object models, are introduced. Database administration topics include examination of metadata information, data integrity, and management of users and privileges, performance tuning, transactions, isolation levels, and security. Ethics of data protection are introduced. Students develop skill in SQL. Not open to CS majors.