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Computer Information Systems
www.ufv.ca/cis

Professional Computer Proficiency certificate

The Professional Computer Proficiency certificate is designed for students in programs or in the workplace who require a good working knowledge of computers and computer applications. The 9 to 10 credit certificate focuses on a skill set that is most useful in the business world, to an advanced level. The certificate can include software applications, networking, hardware, or web publishing.

Entrance requirements

BC secondary school graduation or equivalent or minimum of 19 years of age before the first day of classes.

Students in other UFV post-secondary programs can complete the courses required for the certificate and apply for graduation. This program can be completed by UFV students pursuing other post-secondary programs. As students are not admitted directly to this program, those not currently attending UFV should apply to 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.

How to apply

1. Submit the application fee along with your UFV application for admission form to the Admissions and Records (A&R) office. Application forms are available from any A&R or Student Services office. You can also print an application form from our website at www.ufv.ca/ar, or you can apply directly through the internet at www.pas.bc.ca.

Additional documents required for a complete application:
• Proof of B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent, or permission from the program head.
• Transcript (or interim transcript) showing grade/course achievement as per entrance requirements.

• An official transcript (original sealed envelope) from every post-secondary institution you have attended. Unofficial copies may accompany the application form if official transcripts have been ordered.

Location

Certificate courses will be offered at the Abbotsford campus. Some courses may also be available at the Chilliwack or Mission campuses.

Fees and additional costs

See the Fees and Other Costs section.

Program requirements

The certificate can be completed in a minimum of one semester and a maximum of three semesters and consists of 9 to 10 credits. Students must complete the three courses within three years; otherwise, they may need to repeat a course, as technology changes constantly.

As this is a completion credential, students are not admitted directly to the program. Students must complete the three certificate courses with a minimum 2.0 GPA, with a minimum grade of C in any individual course, to be eligible for the certificate.  Students in other UFV post-secondary programs can complete the courses required for the certificate and apply for graduation.

Program outline

Course Title Credits
Any three of:    
CIS 100 Introduction to Computer Information Systems 3
CIS 110 Computerized Business Applications and MIS 3
CIS 124 Introduction to Wireless Networks 3
CIS 145 Web Publishing 3
CIS 146 Web Publishing - Intermediate 3
CIS 190 Systems Hardware Concepts 3
CIS 192 Introduction to Networking 4
  Total credits: 9-10

Residency

All credits required for the certificate must be completed at UFV.

Graduation requirement

This is a completion certificate. Any student who completes the three certificate courses with a GPA of 2.0 or higher, with a minimum grade of C in any individual course, will be eligible for the certificate. 

Course listings

For complete details on courses see the course descriptions section.