Opportunities and outcomes
Web specialist topics covered
- Web development and advanced web development
- Scripting languages
- Software engineering and systems analysis
- Database design and SQL
- Networking fundamentals
- E-commerce technologies
- Project management
- Artificial intelligence concepts
- Computer hardware and operating systems
Student learning outcomes
- Apply the foundational concepts of computer information systems
- Work in team settings found in computer information systems contexts
- Communicate in professional computer information systems contexts
- Establish a plan for maintaining professional relevance in computer information systems
- Apply an appropriate ethical framework to a computer information systems ethical dilemma
Career Scholars Program
Students majoring in Web Specialist are eligible to take part in the Career Scholars Program. The Career Scholars Program offers a generous scholarship package while you embark on a unique cooperative education journey starting your freshman year at Wayne State. During your time here, you’ll participate in career readiness activities, job site visits, job shadowing, and more - all while learning the fundamentals of professional practice. After three years on campus, you’ll complete your senior year by working at a paid job in your chosen field. Job locations include Norfolk or Grand Island, Neb., where you'll live in community housing with fellow Career Scholars students.
Web specialist internships
The Academic and Career Success Center is available to help you find web specialist internships and career opportunities. Students recently completed internships at the following locations:
- First National Bank of Omaha
- Wayne State College
- W.P. Engine
Graduates of the Web Specialist degree program apply their programming, web development, and information systems skills in a variety of technology careers. Whether working for businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, or software companies, graduates help organizations develop, manage, and support websites, web applications, and digital services.
Jobs of recent graduates:
- Customer Service Representative – F&M Bank/Card Center (South Sioux City, Neb.)
- Information Technology Specialist – HCL Technologies (Columbus, Neb.)
- Senior Fraud Prevention Specialist – First National Bank of Omaha (Wayne, Neb.)
- Software Developer – Nucor Building Systems (Waterloo, Ind.)
- Software Engineer – KBR (Sioux Falls, S.D.)
job or grad school placement rate
within six months of graduation
Data based on most recent
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Transfer to Wayne State
Our generous transfer credit policy will allow you to get credit for what you've already earned.
- If you've taken courses at other institutions, you can transfer those credits to Wayne State.
- Already have an associate degree? Seamlessly transfer your full degree through one of our transfer pathways.
- Military or veteran student? You may be able to get credit for your military experience and training.
Computer Technology and Information Systems Department faculty
Dr. Molly Curnyn is a computer technology professor at Wayne State College. She teaches web development, hardware, and robotic courses.
Dr. Tim Garvin is a computer technology professor at Wayne State College and the department chair of the Computer Technology and Information Systems Department.
Debbie Johnson teaches computer courses at Wayne State College. She has a wide range of technology experience ranging from microcomputer support to programming in numerous languages utilizing a variety of databases and hardware platforms.
Dr. Lori Nicholson is a computer technology professor at Wayne State College. Nicholson's academic interests include data structures, computer graphics, and computer architecture.
Anjalee Seneviratne, MBA
Instructor
Jeremy Wynia teaches computer courses in the Computer Technology and Information Systems Department at Wayne State College, focusing on the networking and hardware classes.
Student clubs for computing and information technology
Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) - WSC's chapter of ACM, the world's largest computing society
SkillsUSA - National career and technical student organization
Upsilon Pi Epsilon (UPE) - International honor society for computing and information technology
Best Colleges in Nebraska for Computer Information Sciences
Ranked among Nebraska’s top programs for Computer Information Sciences in CollegeRaptor’s 2026 Best Colleges rankings.
A Best College of Distinction
Wayne State College is one of only two public colleges in Nebraska recognized as a Best College of Distinction for excellence in teaching, student engagement, campus community, and student success.
A Top Public College in the Midwest
Wayne State College is ranked among the top public colleges in the Midwest for 2026 by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting strong academics and student outcomes.
