Program

Computing Studies and Information Systems (Diploma)

Faculty
Commerce & Business Administration
Department
Computing Studies & Information Systems
Credits
60.00
Length of program
Two years
Credential type
Diploma
Campus
New Westminster
Learning format
Full-time
Part-time
Admission type
Open Enrolment - Additional Admission Requirements
Offered
Fall
Summer
Winter

Overview

Get ready for a career in the booming IT sector. The Computing Studies and Information Systems (CSIS) program offers courses in system and networking concepts, programming languages and business courses, giving you a well-rounded set of skills that can apply to a variety of careers.

Work while you learn

Put your skills to work by joining the optional Co-operative Education Program, which alternates semesters of study with paid, full-time work in your field. You’ll earn money while gaining experience, building your resume and getting an employer reference, all before you graduate. To participate in Co-op you need to plan two semesters in advance, so we strongly recommend contacting the Co-op Office at the start of your program.

Prepare for university studies

If you want to pursue a degree, our academic advisors can help you choose the correct combination of courses that will transfer into programs offered by other post-secondary institutions.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:

Note:

  1. In order to register for MATH 1160 you must provide proof of one of the listed grade 11 Math courses with a grade of "B" or better or equivalent.

  2. In order to register for MATH 1130 or BUSN 2429, you must provide proof of Pre-Calculus 12 or Foundations of Math 12 with a “C” or better or equivalent.

Cost

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Program Requirements

Curriculum framework

Graduation Requirements:

  • Successful completion of 60 credits
  • 70% (42 credits) of all coursework must be completed at Douglas College
  • A minimum of 2.00 program GPA is required

Additional Graduation Requirements with the Co-Operative Education Option:

  • Successful completion of 9 additional credits through Co-Operative Education I (COOP 1100)
  • Students completing the Co-Operative Education option will graduate with 69 credits

Course Requirements:  

Course Number

Course Title

Credits

 

 

 

Select one course from the following two options:

 

ACCT 1110

Principles of Accounting I

3.00

ACCT 1235

Principles of Introductory Financial Accounting I & II

3.00

 

 

 

Select two courses from the following options:

 

BUSN 1210

Management Essentials

3.00

ECON 1101

The Canadian Economy

3.00

ECON 1150

Principles of Microeconomics

3.00

ECON 1250

Principles of Macroeconomics

3.00

 

 

 

Required Courses:

 

 

 

CMNS 1115

Business Communication

3.00

MARK 1120

Introductory Marketing

3.00

CSIS 1175

Introduction to Programming I

3.00

CSIS 1280

Multimedia Web Development

3.00

CSIS 2175

Advanced Integrated Software Development

3.00

CSIS 2200

Systems Analysis & Design

3.00

CSIS 2260

Operating Systems

3.00

CSIS 2270

Virtualization and Computer Networking

3.00

CSIS 2300

Database I

3.00

CSIS 3175

Introduction to Mobile Application Development

3.00

CSIS 3290

Fundamentals of Machine Learning in Data Science

3.00

CSIS 3380

Advanced Web Programming with Javascript & AJAX

3.00

CSIS 3560

Scripting for CyberSecurity

 3.00

 

 

 

Select four CSIS 3000 to 4000 level courses, not in the required list above

12.00

 

 

60.00

Course Requirements:  

COOP 11001 Co-Operative Education I

9.00
Total Credits with Co-Operative Education Option

69.00

1The Co-Op work term is a minimum of 420 hours of work and must be taken through Douglas College's Co-Op program. The timing of the work term is restricted to the following:

  • Can be undertaken only after completion of a minimum of two semesters, 18 credits
  • Cannot be taken in the last semester of the program

Program Guidelines

Program Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this program and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the program, consider the previous version as the applicable version.

(Current)

Testimonials

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Tech sector goals

Computing Studies and Information Systems (CSIS) Diploma student Kyle Maddox aims to build his own IT company specializing in software security.
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Career Pathways

Career opportunities include:

  • Computer Network Technician 
  • Computer Support Specialist 
  • Computer Systems Analyst 
  • Game/App Developer 
  • IT Consultant 
  • IT Projects 
  • Associate Java Developer 
  • Junior Web Developer 
  • Software Designer 
  • Student Assistant - Lab Assistant
  • Technical Support Staff