PROGRAMS | TECHNICAL
Information TECHNOLOGY
WEB DESIGN
Ever wonder how those cool web sites you see on the internet are created? In this program, students learn to use HTML, XHTML, Javascript, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash and Illustrator to create, edit and publish interesting web sites. If you're a creative individual who enjoys working with computers, web design could be an exciting, rewarding career for you. Graduates of the web design class will most likely pursue port-secondary education. However, it is possible for very talented students to enter the workforce upon graduation. Designers working in this field enjoy a relaxed, creative work environment. Many work from the comfort of their own home. Web design students also enjoy the oppportunity to take advantage of our articulation agreements with local colleges. This means you may be able to receive college credits for the work you do in this class. Don't miss the great opportunity to get a jump start on your career!
Recommended Scope and Sequence * This link will connect you to the scope and sequence which lists the recommended high school and post-secondary courses for students in this program of study. This information will be valuable when scheduling courses or investigating post-secondary options. It is recommended that students take the highest level academics possible in order to take full advantage of their program. These rigorous academics will provide a seamless transition into post-secondary education without remediation and provide a student with the general knowledge necessary for the industry.
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Potential Earnings
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Job Titles
15-1099 Web Designers
15-1099.04 Web Developers
27-1014 Multi-Media Artists & Animators
27-1024 Graphic Designers (Web Design)
43-9011 Computer Operator
LOCAL - Web Assistant
Articulation Agreements
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Art Institute of Philadelphia
McCann's School of Business
Lincoln Technical Institute
Berks Technical Institute
Reading Area Community College
Student Certifications
Adobe Dreamweaver
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Flash
NOCTI - National Occupational Competency Testing Institute
* Web Design
INSTRUCTOR
Mrs. Theresa Baller
Date of hire:
September 2000 - Permanent Teacher
April 2000 – Long Term Substitute Teacher
1997 – Substitute Teacher
Education
Vocational Education II Teaching Certification - Temple University
Certifications
In addition to several computer and printer repair certifications, I received my A+ Certification, Cisco Fundamentals of Web Design Certification and Adobe Dreamweaver and Photoshop Certifications.
Experience
Sixteen years in various areas of the computer field.
Community Service
I am the advisor of the Reading Muhlenberg National Technical Honor Society (NTHS). Each year we hold a schoolwide Relay for Life event. To date we've raised over $40,000 to help fight cancer! I also volunteer my time with Shady Hollow Assisted Riding, Red Cross and Opportunity House.
Interests
When I’m not at school, I enjoy spending time with my family and restoring our 150+ year old home.
Message
The computer field is evolving rapidly. Students with the desire to learn the basics of the field and go on to post-secondary education can expect to be highly paid professionals. I enjoy sharing my knowledge with the students of Reading Muhlenberg CTC and invite parents to join me in helping their children succeed.
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