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In this course students are introduced to the concepts behind the World Wide Web and the various tools that are used to access, create, share and secure content. Topics include: Internet protocols, software and hardware; Internet connectivity; data transmission; digital literacy; media literacy; information literacy; communication, and collaboration tools; social media for personal learning and professional networking; Web technologies such as social bookmarking, blogs, document sharing; online website development; and applications for screen casting, infographic creation, photo editing and sharing; and applications for online document sharing and collaboration. Students will also explore emerging technologies such as virtual, mixed, augmented reality and artificial intelligence. This course is required for Digital Media students and open to all students. Usually offered Fall and Spring semesters.
This is a non-credit, workforce development course — a lower-cost way to build practical skills without enrolling in a full degree program. It's a good fit for anyone changing careers, brushing up on skills for a current job, or exploring the subject before committing to a credit-bearing program.
Coursework is delivered online through SUNY Niagara's learning platform and runs the length of the semester, with topics building week to week. Upon successful completion, students receive a Certification of Completion to document their coursework.
All Online courses through Workforce Development are open to the public, non-credit, and offered to students at a discounted rate.