2013-14 University Calendar
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Calendar  2013-14  Faculty of Business  Computer Information Systems: Certificate

Computer Information Systems: Certificate

Description

The Computer Information Systems Certificate (CISY) offers a unique practitioner-oriented approach to systems support and software development. Computer Information Systems courses are offered by the Computer Science and Information Technology department. All courses required for the certificate count as credit towards the Computer Information Systems diploma and the Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology (BTECH) degree. 

Upon completion of the Computer Information Systems Certificate program students are encouraged to pursue the Computer Information Systems diploma program and subsequently, the Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology degree, to strengthen their IT skills and broaden their career options. Students interested in the CISY diploma and/or the BTECH degree program should consult a School of Business Advisor for course planning assistance.

With proper course planning CISY certificate students may also complete the requirements of the 60 credit General Business Diploma, which can then be used to gain entry to the following KPU degrees:

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Computer Information Systems Certificate Program may find employment in the following areas:

Program Admission Requirements

New Admission Requirements for September 2013
Program admission requirements for this program have changed for the Fall 2013 intake.

In addition to KPU's General university admission requirements including the undergraduate-level English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply:

Program Requirements

This program is available to students as a full-time or part-time study schedule and requires the completion of 30 credits.

All of:
  INFO 1111 Introduction to Computer Hardware and Software 3 credits
  INFO 1112 Principles of Program Structure and Design 3 credits
  INFO 1113 System Analysis and Design 3 credits
  INFO 1211 Operating System Principles and Applications 3 credits
  INFO 1212 Networking Technologies I 3 credits
  INFO 1213 Web Application Development 3 credits
  INFO 1214 Discrete Mathematics for Information Technology 3 credits
  BUQU 1230 Business Statistics 3 credits
  PHIL 1150 Introduction to Formal Logic 3 credits
And one of:
  CMNS 1110 Fundamentals of Business Communication 3 credits
  CMNS 1140 Introduction to Professional Communication* 3 credits

Notes:
* Students choosing to take CMNS 1140 rather than CMNS 1110 may be required to undertake English upgrading.

Other Information

Students enrolled in this program are expected to have their own laptop computers.

Credential Awarded

Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible to receive a Certificate in Computer Information Systems.

Last Updated: Sep 16, 2013

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