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Technical & Design Program

💻 Technical & Design

Build the tech behind the content. Web development, graphic design, UX/UI, analytics, AI tools, and platform engineering. Own your infrastructure.

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1
Foundations
Figure out who you are and what you're building.
21 credits
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Core (Required)
CRTV-101Introduction to Content Creation3 cr
Your starting point. Explore content formats, find your niche, and create your first pieces.
Core
DSGN-110Design Fundamentals3 cr
Color theory, typography, layout, and visual hierarchy. The design foundation you'll build everything on.
Core
WRIT-103Writing for Digital Media3 cr
Write clearly for the internet. Headlines, hooks, calls to action, and microcopy.
Core
PERS-105Personal Branding & Persona Development3 cr
Build your creator identity. Define your voice, visual brand, and persona strategy.
Core
DGTL-101Introduction to Digital Tools3 cr
Essential software, developer tools, and the digital toolkit for technical creators.
Core
HLTH-101Creator Wellness Foundations3 cr
Mental health basics. Boundaries, burnout prevention, and sustainable work habits.
Wellness
Recommended Elective
IDEA-101Where Ideas Come From3 cr
Creative ideation, brainstorming frameworks, and building an idea bank.
Recommended
2
Building Skills
Start coding, designing, and building real things.
24 credits
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Core (Required)
SCRP-201Scriptwriting Fundamentals3 cr
Structure, pacing, and formatting. Technical writing skills for documentation and UX copy.
Core
GRPH-109Graphic Design for Social Media3 cr
Create thumbnails, UI mockups, and branded graphics with professional tools.
Core
DGTL-105Content Management Systems3 cr
WordPress, headless CMS, and content architecture at scale.
Core
PROF-100Professional Practices 13 cr
Communication, project management, and professional conduct.
Core
MULT-114Web Development: JavaScript3 cr
JavaScript fundamentals. Variables, functions, DOM manipulation, and your first interactive pages.
Core
HLTH-201Emotional Labor & Client Management3 cr
Managing client relationships and emotional boundaries in tech work.
Wellness
Tech Track Electives (Pick 2)
MULT-120Web Development 1: HTML & CSS3 cr
Build web pages from scratch. HTML structure, CSS styling, and responsive layouts.
Tech Track
IDEA-201Content Mining & Repurposing3 cr
Turn one idea into multiple formats. Systems thinking for content pipelines.
Tech Track
3
Growing Your Presence
Build real web projects and start your design portfolio.
24 credits
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Core
MKTG-203Digital Marketing 1 (SEO & Organic Growth)3 cr
SEO fundamentals. Technical SEO, meta tags, and building discoverable websites.
Core
DGTL-112Social Media Content Creation3 cr
Create platform-native content. Social media strategy from a technical perspective.
Core
MULT-124Web Development 2: CSS & Responsive Design3 cr
Flexbox, Grid, media queries, and building sites that work on every screen size.
Core
HLTH-301Stigma Navigation3 cr
Handling stigma, privacy strategies, and managing your professional identity online.
Wellness
Tech Track
DSGN-103UX/UI Design Principles3 cr
User experience fundamentals. Wireframing, prototyping, and designing intuitive interfaces.
Tech Track
GRPH-118Advanced Graphics & Illustration3 cr
Vector graphics, illustration, icon design, and advanced visual assets.
Tech Track
GRPH-200Brand Design Systems3 cr
Build consistent visual systems. Style guides, component libraries, and brand kits.
Tech Track
MULT-205Web Development 3: Backend Basics3 cr
Server-side fundamentals. Node.js, APIs, databases, and full-stack thinking.
Tech Track
4
Monetization & Business
Turn your technical skills into a real business.
24 credits
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Core
BSNS-401Monetization Strategies for Creators3 cr
Revenue models for tech creators: SaaS, freelancing, templates, and digital products.
Core
BSNS-402Business Operations & Financial Literacy3 cr
Taxes, invoicing, contracts, and running a freelance tech business.
Core
MKTG-302SEO & Content Strategy3 cr
Advanced technical SEO, schema markup, and content strategy for developers.
Core
MKTG-406Digital Marketing 2 (Paid Ads & Advanced)3 cr
Paid advertising, landing page optimization, and conversion funnels.
Core
PROF-200Professional Practices 23 cr
Proposals, client negotiation, and managing technical projects.
Core
HLTH-302Financial Anxiety & Feast-or-Famine Cycles3 cr
Managing irregular freelance income and building financial stability.
Wellness
Tech Track
BSNS-403Scaling & Automation3 cr
Automate workflows, build systems, and scale your technical services.
Tech Track
MULT-213Database Design & Management3 cr
SQL, NoSQL, data modeling, and building data-driven applications.
Tech Track
5
Advanced Production
Build complex apps and level up your design skills.
24 credits
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Core
MULT-128Web Development 4: React3 cr
Modern frontend development. Components, state management, and building interactive UIs.
Core
OPER-302Time Management for Solo Creators3 cr
Project management, sprint planning, and productivity for solo developers.
Core
HLTH-401Long-Term Sustainability3 cr
Sustaining a tech career without burning out. Screen fatigue, RSI prevention, and balance.
Wellness
Tech Track
DSGN-202Advanced UX/UI for Creators3 cr
Advanced interface design, user research, A/B testing, and design systems.
Tech Track
OPER-303Tools & Automation for Creators3 cr
CI/CD, deployment automation, scripting, and building developer workflows.
Tech Track
ANLY-305Analytics, Testing & Optimization3 cr
Google Analytics, heatmaps, conversion tracking, and data-driven optimization.
Tech Track
EDIT-301Advanced Editing & Post-Production3 cr
Advanced content workflows, templating, and production efficiency.
Core
6
Tech Specialization
Go deep: platform building, AI tools, and e-commerce.
21 credits
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Core
MKTG-501Community Building & Audience Retention3 cr
Build communities around your products. Developer communities, Discord servers, and user retention.
Core
BSNS-501Advanced Business Strategy3 cr
SaaS business models, product strategy, and scaling a tech business.
Core
Tech Specialization
TECH-401Building Your Own Platform3 cr
Full-stack platform development. Auth, payments, hosting, and launching a web product.
Prereq: MULT-128
Specialization
TECH-402AI Tools for Content Creators3 cr
LLM APIs, image generation, voice synthesis, and building AI-powered creator tools.
Prereq: DGTL-101, BSNS-403
Specialization
TECH-403E-Commerce & Digital Product Stores3 cr
Build and run an online store. Stripe, Shopify, digital downloads, and payment integration.
Prereq: MULT-128, BSNS-401
Specialization
EMRG-208Emerging Technologies3 cr
VR/AR, blockchain, WebXR, and staying ahead of the curve in creator technology.
Specialization
7
Leadership & Teaching
Give back and level up others.
18 credits
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Core
LEAD-701Mentorship & Teaching for Creators3 cr
Teach technical skills to newer creators. Code reviews, pair programming, and mentoring.
Core
LEAD-702Building & Managing a Team3 cr
Hiring developers, managing remote teams, and technical project leadership.
Core
LEAD-703Industry Ethics & Advocacy3 cr
Ethics in tech, data privacy, accessibility, and responsible platform building.
Core
BSNS-701Advanced Revenue & Investment3 cr
Diversified revenue, passive income from digital products, and building wealth.
Core
Electives (Pick 2)
LEAD-705Agency & Management Fundamentals3 cr
Run a small web agency or design studio. Client acquisition and project management.
Recommended
BSNS-702Licensing, IP & Content Ownership3 cr
Open source licensing, code ownership, and protecting your digital products.
Recommended
8
Capstone
Launch your platform or tech business. For real.
12 credits
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PROJ-450Capstone Project: Launch Your Creator Business6 cr
Ship a real product. Launch your platform, tool, or design business with paying users and a 12-month plan.
Capstone
PROJ-451Portfolio Development & Presentation3 cr
Compile your best technical work into a professional portfolio and case studies.
Capstone
PROJ-452Industry Practicum3 cr
Complete real client work or mentor a newer creator in technical skills.
Capstone