E-Commerce Developer

The goal of the E-Commerce Developer Degree program is to prepare students for a rewarding career as skilled and innovative e-commerce developers, with a strong emphasis on cutting-edge technologies. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical experience, the program aims to equip learners with the technical expertise and problem-solving abilities required to design, develop, and maintain robust e-commerce platforms that meet the demands of modern businesses and consumers.

The E-Commerce Developer Degree program is designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts involved in running a successful modern online business.

The E-Commerce Developer Associate of Science degree is designed to build upon skills, topics, and knowledge gained from “eCommerce Foundations” – Certificate of Achievement and help learners to dive deeper and strengthen their skills in eCommerce ecosystem and programming platform.

Program Objectives:

1.   E-Commerce Architecture and Design: Students will develop a deep understanding of e-commerce system architecture, including components such as databases, servers, front-end interfaces, and APIs. They will learn how to design scalable, secure, and user-friendly e-commerce platforms.

2.     Web Development Technologies: Learners will gain proficiency in a range of web development technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js, enabling them to build dynamic and responsive e-commerce websites.

3.     Backend Development: Students will learn server-side programming languages such as Python, PHP, or Node.js, and understand how to build robust server applications to handle e-commerce functionalities like user authentication, shopping cart management, and order processing.

4.     E-Commerce Frameworks: Participants will be introduced to popular e-commerce frameworks, such as Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, or others depending on industry trends, and learn how to utilize them effectively to create feature-rich online stores.

5.     Mobile Commerce Solutions: The program will cover mobile app development for e-commerce, teaching students how to build responsive and user-friendly mobile applications or adapt existing websites for optimal mobile experiences.

6.     API Integration: Learners will understand the importance of seamless integration with third-party services, payment gateways, shipping providers, and other e-commerce-related APIs to enhance the functionality and user experience of e-commerce platforms.

7.     E-commerce Security and Privacy: Students will explore the best practices for ensuring the security of customer data, implementing encryption, and protecting against common cyber threats in e-commerce systems.

8.     Data Management and Analytics: Understanding the significance of data in e-commerce, participants will learn how to handle and analyze large datasets to gain valuable insights into customer behavior, trends, and opportunities for business growth.

9.     E-Commerce Performance Optimization: The program will cover techniques to optimize the performance of e-commerce websites, such as caching, content delivery networks (CDNs), and other strategies to improve page load times and overall user experience.

10.  Emerging Technologies in E-commerce: Participants will be exposed to emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR) and explore their potential applications in e-commerce to create personalized shopping experiences and drive innovation.

11.  E-Commerce Project Management: Students will learn project management methodologies and collaboration tools relevant to e-commerce development projects, ensuring they can work effectively in teams and deliver projects on time and within budget.

Upon completion of the E-Commerce Developer Degree program, graduates will possess a comprehensive skill set in e-commerce development and cutting-edge technologies. They will be well-prepared to pursue careers as e-commerce developers, web developers, or technical leads in various industries where technology plays a crucial role in shaping modern e-commerce experiences.

Program Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the E-Commerce Developer Degree program with an emphasis on technology, students will demonstrate the following learning outcomes:

1.    Proficient Web Development Skills: Graduates will possess strong expertise in web development technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and relevant frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js), enabling them to create dynamic, responsive, and visually appealing e-commerce websites.

2.    Backend Development Competence: Students will have the ability to design and develop robust server-side applications using programming languages such as Python, PHP, or Node.js, integrating essential e-commerce functionalities like user management, shopping carts, and order processing.

3.    E-Commerce Platform Implementation: Graduates will be proficient in utilizing popular e-commerce platforms, such as Wix, Shopify, GoDaddy, or Shift4Shop to build feature-rich and scalable online stores tailored to business needs.

4.    Mobile Commerce Development: Students will be capable of creating mobile-responsive e-commerce websites or developing mobile applications that provide seamless shopping experiences for users on various devices.

5.    API Integration and Third-party Services: Graduates will be adept at integrating third-party services, payment gateways, and shipping providers through APIs to enhance the functionality and user experience of e-commerce platforms.

6.    E-Commerce Security and Privacy: Students will be well-versed in implementing robust security measures, encryption techniques, and privacy standards to safeguard customer data and protect e-commerce systems from cyber threats.

7.    Data Management and Analytics Proficiency: Graduates will demonstrate the ability to handle and analyze large datasets, derive meaningful insights, and leverage data to make informed decisions for improving e-commerce performance and customer experiences.

8.    User Experience (UX)Design: Graduates will understand the principles of user-centered design and create intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that enhance the overall shopping experience and increase customer satisfaction.

9.    Emerging Technologies Application: Students will explore and apply emerging technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Virtual Reality (VR), or Augmented Reality (AR), to innovate and provide personalized and immersive e-commerce experiences.

10. E-Commerce Project Management: Graduates will be equipped with project management skills and collaborative tools necessary to work effectively in teams and deliver successful e-commerce development projects on time and within budget.

These learning outcomes ensure that program graduates are well-prepared to excel in the fast-paced and technology-driven e-commerce landscape, contributing to the development of secure, efficient, and user-friendly online shopping experiences for businesses and consumers.

 

Student Learning Outcome:
Upon completion of this program, students will:

1.    Ethical and Legal Considerations: Students will have an awareness of the ethical and legal aspects related to e-commerce, including data privacy, intellectual property rights, and compliance with industry regulations.

2.    Continuous Learning and Adaptability: Graduates will recognize the dynamic nature of the E-Commerce industry and possess a mindset of continuous learning, adapting to new technologies and industry trends to remain competitive as e-commerce developers.

Learners will demonstrate skills in developing modern successful online businesses.

Based on the LMI report provided by LARC, there appears to be a supply gap for the Website Developer occupation in the region. The report shows the five-year occupational demand projection to be 9234 in Los Angeles with 12%change between 2021-2026 and annual openings of 9307 jobs available in the region of Los Angeles due to new job growth and replacements. Los Angeles Southwest College Computer Science projects a minimum of 40 learners per semester will enroll in this pathway. 

The E-Commerce DeveloperAssociate of Science (AS) degree Goals and Objectives are consistent with themission of the community colleges under Education Code section 66010.4 whichstates “A primary mission of the California Community Colleges is to advanceCalifornia’s economic growth and global competitiveness through education,training and services that contribute to the continuous work forceimprovement.”

The goal of the E-Commerce DeveloperDegree program is to prepare students for a rewarding career as skilled andinnovative e-commerce developers, with a strong emphasis on cutting-edgetechnologies. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-onpractical experience, the program aims to equip learners with the technicalexpertise and problem-solving abilities required to design, develop, andmaintain robust e-commerce platforms that meet the demands of modern businessesand consumers.

This certificate intent is to help filling the anticipated supply gap within the field.

The following tableoutlines the sequence of course requirements of the E-Commerce DeveloperAssociate of Science (AS) degree:

 

Course	Title	Units	Year/Semester (Y1 or S1)
CIS 101	INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND THEIR USES	3	Y1, Spring
CIS 104	Microcomputer Application Software	3	Y1, Spring
CIS 124	Data Analytics (Advanced Excel and Access)	3	Y1, Spring
CIS 126	Adobe Dreamweaver (HTML WordPress CSS)	3	Y1, Fall
CIS 149	Web Development Using PHP-MySQL	3	Y1, Fall
CIS 150	Advanced Website Development Using Javascript and Ajax	3	Y1, Fall
CIS 164	Security Awareness	3	Y2, Spring
CIS 171	Business Systems Design	3	Y2, Spring
CIS 190	E-Commerce Essentials	3	Y2, Spring

 

CIS 101	INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND THEIR USES	3	Y1, Spring
CIS 104	Microcomputer Application Software	3	Y1, Spring
CIS 124	Data Analytics (Advanced Excel and Access)	3	Y1, Spring
CIS 126	Adobe Dreamweaver (HTML WordPress CSS)	3	Y1, Fall
CIS 149	Web Development Using PHP-MySQL	3	Y1, Fall
CIS 150	Advanced Website Development Using Javascript and Ajax	3	Y1, Fall
CIS 164	Security Awareness	3	Y2, Spring
CIS 171	Business Systems Design	3	Y2, Spring
CIS 190	E-Commerce Essentials	3	Y2, Spring

Course	Title	Units	Year/Semester (Y1 or S1)

This program does not replace any of the college’s existing programs. The creation of this program will address the need for entry level courses in website development pathways. a) No active inventory records need to be made inactive or changed with the approval of this program. b) This program does not replace an existing program in the college inventory. c) As an expansion of the programming courses being offered, this certificate of achievement is related to and shares courses with other certificates offered by Los Angeles Southwest College Computer Science.

According to the LMI prepared by LARC: • There are 24 community colleges in the greater LA/OC region that issue awards related to e-commerce, conferring an average of 382 awards annually between 2018 and 2021. • Between 2017 and 2020, there was an average of 676 awards conferred annually in related training programs by non-community college institutions throughout the greater LA/OC region. Exhibit 6: Regional community college awards (certificates and degrees), 2018-2021 shows Community Colleges offering similar degrees—refer to the table below that shows the annual and three-year average number of awards conferred by community colleges in the related TOP codes: E-Commerce (Business emphasis) (0509.70), Website Design and Development (0614.30); World Wide Web Administration (0709.00). The colleges with the most completions in the region are: Long Beach, Santiago Canyon, Santa Monica, and Mt. San Antonio. In the non-community college awards, between 2017-2020 University of La Verne awarded three degrees on yearly average. E-Commerce / Electronic Commerce (52.0208). Exhibit 6: Regional community college awards (certificates and degrees), 2018-2021 TOP Program College 2018-19 Awards 2019-20 Awards 2020-21 Awards 3-Year Average 0509.00 Marketing and Distribution Cerritos 25 18 14 19 Compton 1 - - 0 East LA 9 5 8 7 El Camino 14 6 9 10 Glendale 1 1 3 2 LA City 12 15 15 14 LA Pierce 4 8 8 7 LA Trade 3 3 7 4 LA Valley 28 19 24 24 Long Beach 6 5 15 9 Mt San Antonio 5 5 12 7 Pasadena 3 6 3 4 Rio Hondo 2 9 11 7 Santa Monica 20 28 54 34 West LA 1 1 1 1 LA Subtotal 134 129 184 149 Cypress 4 5 4 4 Fullerton 2 4 8 5 Golden West 2 6 4 4 Orange Coast 83 69 48 67 Saddleback 16 27 15 19 Santa Ana 3 - 2 2 Santiago Canyon 17 18 57 31 OC Subtotal 127 129 138 131 TOP Program College 2018-19 2019-20 2020-21 3-Year Awards Awards Awards Average Supply Subtotal/Average 261 258 322 280 0509.70 E-Commerce (Business emphasis) Long Beach - 4 7 4 LA Subtotal - 4 7 4 Supply Subtotal/Average - 3 4 2 7 4 4 3 0614.30 Website Design and Development LA Pierce Mt San Antonio 9 7 6 7 Pasadena - 1 1 1 Santa Monica - 2 3 2 LA Subtotal 12 12 14 13 Coastline 1 1 1 1 Fullerton 3 - 1 1 Irvine 3 - 5 3 Orange Coast - 9 7 5 Saddleback 7 2 7 5 Santa Ana - 2 1 1 Santiago Canyon 24 3 6 11 OC Subtotal 38 17 28 28 Supply Subtotal/Average 50 6 29 7 42 10 40 8 0709.00 World Wide Web Administration Glendale LA Pierce 9 - 2 4 Long Beach 22 24 34 27 Santa Monica - - 16 5 West LA 13 9 6 9 LA Subtotal 50 40 68 53 Fullerton - - 1 0 Saddleback - 2 2 1 OC Subtotal - 2 3 2 Supply Subtotal/Average 50 1 42 1 71 1 54 1 0709.10 E-Commerce (Technology emphasis) East LA LA Subtotal 1 1 1 1 Saddleback 6 1 - 2 OC Subtotal 6 1 - 2 Supply Subtotal/Average 7 2 1 3 Supply Total/Average 368 335 443 382

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