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Pathways College Transfer Credit · Computer Science 180

General Elective (Pathways) at Pathways.

Earn this Pathways College equivalency through UPI Study's Introduction to HTML and CSS — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ✓ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Introduction to HTML and CSS — transfers as General Elective (Pathways) at Pathways College
Articulation Agreement · Signed July 2025
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Introduction to HTML and CSS
Computer Science 180 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Pathways College recognizes as
General Elective (Pathways)
3 transcript credits
WSCUC accredited · Transcript sent directly to Pathways College
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Pathways
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of introduction to html and css, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Develop proficiency in HTML, encompassing its definition, evolution, and historical context, enabling effective web content creation; outline the fundamental infrastructure of the internet, including IP addresses, URLs, ISPs, DNS, and ARPANET
  • ✓Explore various tools and software for crafting web content using HTML, and acquire knowledge about web domains, their definition, and significance, enabling effective navigation and utilization of online resources
  • ✓Develop an understanding of markup languages through conceptualization and examples; learn to dissect HTML documents, recognizing their structure and different types, facilitating efficient navigation and manipulation of web content
  • ✓Apply HTML and CSS in practical scenarios by setting up coding environments, fostering hands-on experience and practical skill development in web development techniques
📚Major topics covered
Foundations of HTML & web development Internet infrastructure & how it works HTML editors & coding environments Markup languages & web domains HTML document types & elements Semantic HTML, accessibility & SEO Text formatting, lists & navigation menus CSS styling, selectors & color models CSS box model, margins & padding Image manipulation & SVGs HTML links, tables & data validation HTML forms & user interaction Multi-column & page layouts in CSS Responsive web design & fluid layouts Audio & video on the web CSS transitions, animations & filters
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
Simple process

Three steps to Pathways credit.

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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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Transfer to Pathways

UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Pathways College's registrar. Pathways applies the equivalency: General Elective (Pathways).

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  • ✓3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, transferable to Pathways College
  • ✓Self-paced — finish in 28–30 days or take longer
  • ✓Official transcript sent to Pathways College
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Tuition saved vs Pathways' per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings = credits × $206, Pathways' published tuition per credit (pathwayscollege.edu, 13 Oct 2026). Pathways' Registrar makes the final credit award.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Introduction to HTML and CSS → Pathways.

📚 About Introduction to HTML and CSS
What is Introduction to HTML and CSS?
Introduction to HTML and CSS is a college-level technology course covering core concepts and practical skills in the subject area. It is Computer Science 180 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What technical background do I need?
No specific technical background is required to start. The course is structured to build from foundational concepts to practical application, making it accessible to students at any level.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About General Elective (Pathways) at Pathways
What does 'Elective credit' mean at Pathways College?
Elective credit fills the elective portion of a Pathways degree — credits required for graduation but not tied to a specific named course or general education category. Every Pathways degree program reserves a portion of total credits for electives, which gives students flexibility to round out their program.
How many elective credits do I need for my Pathways degree?
Pathways's degree programs each define an elective credit minimum within the total (60 credits for the Associate, 120 for the Bachelor's). The specific count varies by program. Check Pathways's current academic catalog for the exact elective credit requirement.
Can I use Introduction to HTML and CSS for Pathways electives even though it's a computer science course?
Yes. UPI Study's agreement with Pathways College lists UPI Study's Introduction to HTML and CSS as General Elective (Pathways) at Pathways, whatever its subject area. The credit posts to your Pathways transcript once UPI Study sends the official transcript.
How many UPI Study courses can I stack as electives at Pathways?
Up to the overall 75% transfer cap (90 credits for the Bachelor's). Pathways doesn't impose a separate elective cap beyond that, so you can stack multiple UPI Study elective courses as long as they fit within total transfer maximum and your program's elective requirement.
Is elective credit 'worth less' than named course credit?
No — credit is credit toward your Pathways degree. Elective credits count fully toward the 60-credit Associate or 120-credit Bachelor's total. The only difference is they fill the 'elective' bucket on your transcript rather than a specific named course. They have the same weight in graduation requirements.
🔄 About transferring to Pathways
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Pathways degree?
Pathways College accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 69 UPI Study courses are recognized by Pathways under the Pathways College–UPI Study articulation agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Pathways.
Do I need to enroll at Pathways first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Pathways enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Pathways when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Pathways?
Once you complete Introduction to HTML and CSS, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Pathways College. Pathways's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (General Elective (Pathways)) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Introduction to HTML and CSS for your Pathways credit.

What is Introduction to HTML and CSS?

Introduction to HTML and CSS is a course about how web pages are built and styled. Students learn the basic structure of HTML, how CSS controls appearance, and how the internet pieces together web content through things like URLs, DNS, and web domains.

How the course teaches you

Introduction to HTML and CSS is a self-paced online course built around video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is split evenly across 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam. When you complete the course, its 3 credits appear on your transcript, and Pathways College recognizes them as General Elective (Pathways), an elective equivalency that counts toward total credit hours and elective requirements.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course teaches how HTML structures a page, how CSS controls its appearance, and how URLs, DNS, and web domains connect content to the internet. Those skills apply directly to building, updating, or managing websites in many jobs. At Pathways, the 3 credits fill elective space in programs such as the Associate degree or Bachelor of Arts, so the learning counts toward a degree you are already working toward.

Skills you walk away with

Write basic HTML documents and elementsUse semantic HTML for clearer page structureApply CSS selectors, colors, margins, and paddingWork in HTML editors and coding environmentsExplain internet basics such as IP addresses, URLs, DNS, and ISPsUse accessibility and SEO-friendly HTML practicesHandle images and SVGs in web pages

Taking this course toward Pathways

After you finish the course, UPI Study sends your transcript to Pathways College. The Pathways registrar applies the credit as General Elective (Pathways), an elective equivalency that counts toward your total credit hours and elective requirements. Pathways accepts up to 90 credits (75%) in transfer, so these 3 credits count against that ceiling along with any other transferred work. Speak with a Pathways advisor to confirm how this elective fits your specific Associate degree or Bachelor of Arts plan.

Who this course is for

This course fits students who are finishing a degree at Pathways and want to cover elective requirements with transferable credit at a lower cost. Working adults returning to school, career changers moving toward web-related work, and cost-conscious students tend to benefit most. Because the credit is recognized as a general elective rather than a specific major or general education course, it will not satisfy required courses in those areas. It is also not the right choice for anyone who needs a full programming sequence or a course that meets a specific major requirement. Keep in mind that Pathways accepts up to 90 credits (75%) in transfer, and this course counts toward that total.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Pathways.

Pathways College signed an articulation agreement with UPI Study (July 2025): 17 named course equivalents, plus elective credit for other UPI Study courses not used for general education or the major, up to 48 credits.

What the agreement says
✓17 named Pathways course equivalents
✓Up to 48 UPI Study elective credits
✓Up to 90 transfer credits toward a bachelor's
✓Exceptions reviewed by the Registrar and CAO
The numbers
90 credits
Max transfer into a bachelor's (75%)
$206
Pathways tuition per credit

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Pathways College's Registrar reviews and grants transfer credit under Pathways' policies.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Pathways College.