This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2003-2004 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
The on-line version of the University College Calendar is the Official version. In the event of conflict between the printed version and the online version, the on-line version will prevail.
Effective date of this program calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2003 to Aug. 31, 2004.
Computer Information Systems
Diploma offered Full-time at Richmond Campus - September start
Diploma offered Full-time on Surrey Campus - September and January start
Certificate offered Part-time on Richmond and Surrey Campus - September, January and May start
Certificate
Description
The Computer Information Systems Certificate Program offers a unique practitioner-oriented approach to Computer Programming and Software Development. Students will have the option of entering the diploma program in Computer Information Systems upon completion of this certificate. Computer Information systems courses are offered by the Computing Sciences and Information Systems Department.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer Information Systems Certificate Program may find employment in following areas:
Systems and User Support
Systems Analysis and Design
Software Development
Web design and Development
Admission Requirements
General Admission requirements apply.
Students wishing to complete the program without having to undertake any preparatory courses must enter with:
BC English 12 with a B grade or better, or equivalent.
Math 11 with a C grade or better, or equivalent.
Content
To fulfill the requirements of the Computer Information Systems Certificate Program students must complete all seven courses listed in Group A and any three courses from Group B.
Group A (All Required Courses)
CISY 1105 Microcomputer Hardware and Applications Development
CISY 1113 Principles of Program Structure and Design
Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Certificate in Computer Information Systems.
Diploma
Description
Options: Regular and Co-op Mode
The Computer Information Systems diploma is a full-time, two-year intensive program preparing students for entry-level positions in the computing profession. It is a generalist program providing graduates with diverse computing knowledge to meet the needs of organizations of all sizes.
Students may graduate from either the regular Computer Information Systems mode or the optional Co-operative Education mode. Students applying for Co-operative Education must complete all prescribed courses with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.33 (C+), with no grade below a 'C' in all required courses to progress to subsequent semesters.
In order to receive a Co-operative Education designation, the following additional criteria must be met:
successful completion of the three mandatory Co-operative Education courses
satisfactory completion of two four-month work terms
Career Opportunities
A graduate of this program may find employment in following areas:
Network Administration
Systems and User Support
Database Design and Management
Systems Analysis and Design
Software Development
Software Quality Assurance and Testing
Web Design and Development
Technical Documentation
Work Load
Approximately 22 hours per week is spent in classroom and laboratory settings. Students should expect to invest a minimum of additional 30 hours per week completing assignments and projects. Students are encouraged to fully investigate workload issues before attempting to maintain any level of part-time employment outside of their studies.
Admission Requirements
Applicants currently enrolled in high school must submit an interim transcript at the time of application, indicating that the program prerequisites will be completed by the end of June.
All other applicants to this program must submit proof of having met the following requirements at the time of application:
English 12 with a B or higher, or LPI essay score of 30 or higher, or Kwantlen University College's EPT (English Placement Test) recommendation of 1100 or higher,
and
Math 12 with a C or higher, or Kwantlen University College's MPT (Math Placement Test) Part C score of 11/15.
Note: It is expected that applicants to the program have aptitude for working with computers, understand general computing concepts, have basic computer skills and working knowledge of the Windows environment.
Content
Regular Mode (Start date: September or January)
Students must complete all courses listed in Group A and any three courses from Group B. The courses in Group B can be selected by students to meet specific student needs and interests. BUSI 1215 (Organizational Behaviour I) is highly recommended as one of the selected courses.
Group A (Required Courses - regular-mode)
Fall start: Richmond and Surrey
Spring start: Surrey only
Fall / Spring - Semester 1
CISY 1105 Microcomputer Hardware and Applications Development
CISY 1113 Principles of Program Structure and Design
Co-operative Education Mode (Start date: September or January)
Students must complete all courses listed in Group A and any three courses from Group B as outlined above. The courses in Group B can be selected by students to meet specific student needs and interests. BUSI 1215 (Organizational Behaviour I) is highly recommended as one of the selected courses.
Co-operative Education:
In addition to the Regular-mode as outlined above, COOP students must also take the following COOP courses:
Upon successful completion of this program, students are awarded a Diploma of Computer Information Systems, or a Diploma in Computer Information Systems Co-operative Education option, depending on their course selection.
This program has been accredited by the Canadian Information Processing Society's (CIPS) College Program Accreditation Council (CPAC). The CPAC works with academic institutions to ensure that educational programs prepare students for the demands of the Information Systems profession. Completion of accredited computer programs assist graduates in pursuing the Information Systems Professional of Canada (ISP) designation. More information about CIPS and the professional certification program can be obtained at www.cips.ca or (416) 861-2477.
Kwantlen students who complete the prescribed courses in the Computer Information Systems Diploma program with a GPA of 2.7 or better will be eligible to enter the 3rd year of the B. Tech. (I.T.) Degree program. For more information see Information Technology (INFO).
Transfer credit to other post-secondary educational institutes will be reviewed on an individual course basis.
More Information
For further information on Co-operative education, please contact the Co-operative Education Instructor at 604.599.2670.
Advisory Committee - Information Technology
Mr. Timothy Bult: MacDonald Dettwiler
Ms. Patti Collins: Infotech Wireless Technology
Ms. Hilda Foskett: Information Systems Management (BC)
Mr. Rick Fox: MacDonald Dettwiler
Mr. Neil King: Consultant
Mr. Art Kuiper (Chair): BC Hydro
Mr. Steven Leow: ACCPAC International
Mr. Ray Wiens: Agresso
Computer Information Systems Faculty
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