Introduction
The Web and Digital
Media Development (WDMD) major provides a broad,
comprehensive, and technologically focused program of
study that includes courses in computer information
systems, business, professional writing, and specific
WDMD courses with electives such as game development and
animation.
Why Study Web and Digital Media Development at
UW-Stevens Point?
Technology is
at the heart of this program, which emphasizes design
and use of Internet-related technology. In most courses
technology is the primary content, e.g., web design and
digital imaging, while in a few courses, such as
business writing and principles of management, computers
are support tools rather than the focus of instruction.
WDMD majors will have significant contact with area
business people during their time as students through
guest lecturers from industry, internship experiences,
and the web development senior seminar.
High School Preparation
Build a good
background in science, math, and computers in high
school. Courses in object-oriented programming and web
creation would be useful.
Department Features
UWSP has long
had a technology focus. Computer networks link all the
rooms in the residence halls, and computer labs exist in
every classroom building. So computer access is easy. So
is access to professionals in the field. Paid
internships, arranged with the assistance of the
department, are a part of many students' programs.
Employment Opportunity
The job
prospects for WDMD graduates are excellent in areas such
as web site development and administration, web and
digital graphic design, media-based education and
training, digital music production, and e-commerce.
Web and Digital Media Development Major
Consists of 48
credits:
- Required: WDMD 100, 101, 250, 270, 301, 305, 307
and 480; Business 330, 380; CIS 330; English 351
- Electives: 9 credits approved by WDMD
coordinator (You must choose a focus)
a. Design Focus: WDMD 308, 310, 311, 345, 346 (3
credits max), 397, or 399
b. Technical Focus: CIS 332, 336, 346, 362, 366;
WDMD 345, 346, 397 or 399
Web and Digital Media Development Minor
Consists of 24
credits:
- Required: (15 credits) WDMD 100, 101, 250, 270,
307
- Electives: 9 credits WDMD 345, 397, 399, 480
(excludes WDMD 300)
