Entrance requirements for the
CIS certificate are the same as those for the BCIS degree. Please see the BCIS section for complete details.
Students who do not meet
these requirements might consider the Computer Information Systems Studies program path.
When
to apply
Applications are accepted
for entrance to the Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters. For application
deadlines, see Specific intake application process
Program
outline
The CIS certificate is
available to students who have completed any 30 credits from the BCIS degree offerings, including degree program non-CIS courses,
at least one half of which must be CIS or COMP courses. Students who wish to
attain the CIS certificate can choose any 30 credits that meet these
requirements, or they may choose the Web Design and Animation option. Students entering the program
without any computer literacy skills will need to take CIS 100.
Students who wish to continue on to attain the
diploma or degree are advised to take the courses listed for the first year of
the degree or to take courses that apply as course requirements to the diploma
or degree. Course listings