4.16. University Diploma in Computing and Information Systems
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Athabasca University's Centre for Computing and Information Systems developed this two-year diploma in a technical stream to help accommodate the current and predicted growth of the IT (Information Technology) sector.
A broad knowledge of computer and information systems subjects and an in-depth knowledge of informations systems and applications will be acquired in a student-centred learning environment.
The Diploma in Computing and Informations Systems was designed to develop the skills and knowledge appropriate for the IT professional who is either on the job or a new student who
- holds a high school diploma
- holds a post-secondary degree or diplomas in non-computing disciplines
- is a non-computing professional with business experience
- has some high school education and related work experience.
Enrolment Requirements
Total credits in the program
Through Athabasca University |
60
24 |
Required Courses (60 credits)
COMP 200 Introduction to Computing and Information Systems (3)
COMP 268 Introduction to Computer Programming (Java) (3)
COMP 272 Data Structures (Java) (3)
COMP 314 Computer Organization (3)
COMP 315 Advanced Operating Systems (3)
COMP 345 Data Communications (3)
COMP 361 Systems Analysis and Design (3)
COMP 378 Introduction to Database Management (3)
ENGL 255 Introductory Composition or
ADMN 233 Writing in Organizations (3)
MATH 209 Finite Mathematics (3)
One 300-level COMP or CMIS course (3)
Three senior-level COMP courses at 300 level (9)
One 200- or 300-level MATH course (other than MATH 309) (3)
Five courses in any discipline (excluding COMP from AU) (15)
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