Program

Computer and Information Systems (Post-Baccalaureate Diploma)


Domestic Applications

   Fall 2023: Accepting Applications 

Learning Format
Full-time
Part-time
Admission Type
Open Enrolment - Additional Admission Requirements
Offered
Fall
Summer
Winter

Overview

Do you have a passion for apps and technology? Get started on your path to becoming a computer programmer, web technician, software engineer, information systems analyst, data administrator and more in this intensive, two-year program.

In your first year, you’ll learn the basics of computing and programming, and will become familiar with current development tools. In your second year, you’ll hone your technical skills through one of three streams.

Choose one of three streams 

The Computer and Information Systems program offers three streams in Data Analytics, Emerging Technology and Cybersecurity. These streams will help you build industry-relevant skills for your chosen career path. See the More Information tab for details on each stream.

Two ways to get a practical education

Earn money and get relevant work experience before you graduate with the optional Co-operative Education Program.  

Get essential career training that will prepare you for your future career with the Career Boost Program. 

Admissions Requirements

Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:

  • General College Admission Requirements
  • Applicants must have an undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada or an equivalent credential from an approved institution of a different country. Any applicant who earned their credential in a language other than English must meet the Douglas College English language proficiency requirement.

Note: Applicants must apply for one of three streams available for this program: Emerging Technology, Data Analytics, or CyberSecurity

Cost

You can get an average cost for your program - tuition and student fees, books, uniforms, lab fees etc - on the Program Cost page. 

Only programs approved for student loan funding are listed on the Program Cost page. For all other programs, refer to the Tuition Fee page.

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 program GPA of 2.00 is required
  • Students can also take this program with a cooperative education option

This PBD-CIS program consists of twenty courses. Students take ten core courses in the first year, then take ten more courses in one of three streams:

  • Emerging Technology
  • Data Analytics
  • CyberSecurity

Additional Graduation Requirements with Cooperative Education Option

  • Successful completion of 9 additional credits through Cooperative Education I (COOP 1100)
  • Students completing the Cooperative Education Option will graduate with 69 credits

Course Requirements:

Course Number Course Title Credits
Year I Coursework

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 Mobile Application Development I 3.00
CSIS 3275 Software Engineering 3.00
 
Select one of the following two options:
CSIS 3155 (Emerging Technology and Data Analytic Stream) IT Security Fundamentals
3.00
CSIS 3160 (CyberSecurity) Evidence Imaging 3.00
 
Total Year I Credits   30.00
Year II Coursework
Option 1 - Emerging Technology Stream
 
Required coursess:
CSIS 3280 Web Based Scripting 3.00
CSIS 3375 UX Design in Mobile Applications 3.00
CSIS 3380 Advanced Web Programming with JavaScript and AJAX 3.00
CSIS 3475 Data Structures and Algorithms 3.00
CSIS 4175 Mobile Application Development II 3.00
CSIS 4270 Cloud Infrastructure 3.00
CSIS 4280 Special Topics in Emerging Technology 3.00
CSIS 4495 Applied Research Project 3.00
Select two CSIS 3000 to 4000 level courses, not in the required list above 6.00
 
Option 2 - Data Analytics Stream
Select one of the following 2 options
CSIS 3190 Business Support Systems with Excel  3.00
CSIS 3290 Fundamentals of Machine Learning in Data Science   3.00
 
Required courses:
BUSN 2429* Business Statistics 3.00
BUSN 3431 Business Statistics II 3.00
CSIS 3300 Database II 3.00
CSIS 3360 Fundamentals of Data Analytics 3.00
CSIS 3860 Data Visualization 3.00
CSIS 4260 Special Topics in Data Analytics 3.00
CSIS 4495 Applied Research Project 3.00
Choose one of the following mini-streams *
Business    
BUSN 3380 Operations Management 3.00
BUSN 3388 Supply Chain Planning 3.00
CSIS     
Select two CSIS 3000 to 4000 level courses, not in the required list above 6.00
Marketing    
MARK 1120 Introductory Marketing 3.00

MARK 3235

OR 

MARK 4360

Digital Marketing I

OR

Customer Relationship Management

3.00
Option 3 - CyberSecurity Stream
CSIS 3560 Scripting for CyberSecurity 3.00
CSIS 4270 Cloud Infrastructure 3.00
CSIS 4440 Mobile CyberSecurity 3.00
CSIS 4450 Operating System & Multimedia CyberSecurity 3.00
CSIS 4460 Cloud CyberSecurity 3.00
CSIS 4470 Network CyberSecurity 3.00
CSIS 4480 Vulnerabilities and Exploits 3.00
CSIS 4490 Special Topics in CyberSecurity 3.00
CSIS 4495 Applied Research Project 3.00
Select one CSIS 3000 to 4000 level courses, not in the required list above 3.00
     
Total Year II Credits   30.00
Total Program Credits   60.00

 

Cooperative Education Option
COOP 1100 Cooperative Education I                  9.00
Total Credits with Cooperative Education Option 69.00

* Any pre-requisites required for the mini stream as well as the Math requirements for BUSN 2429 will not be counted towards the PBD-CIS.

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.

More Information

Choose from three unique streams

Data Analytics

Learn business statistics and support systems, databases and data analysis in order to be prepared for such career opportunities as information systems analyst/consultant, computer and information systems manager and database analyst.

Emerging Technology

Learn web scripting and programming, data algorithms, cloud infrastructure and mobile application development in order to be prepared for such career opportunities as computer and network operator, web technician, computer programmer, interactive media developer, software engineer, mobile software developer, and web designer and developer.

Cybersecurity 

Learn how to protect computing systems from hackers and malware attacks.  Hone your skills with hands-on projects in cloud cybersecurity, mobile cybersecurity, operating system and multimedia cybersecurity and more. In your final semester, you’ll develop or design an applied research project for a client. You’ll graduate prepared to start your career as a cyber security analyst, a security engineer, a security software developer and more. 

Career Pathways

Career opportunities include:

  • Computer Network Technician
  • Computer Support Specialist
  • Computer Systems Analyst
  • Game/App Developer
  • IT Consultant
  • IT Projects Associate
  • Quality Control Engineer
  • Software Engineer
  • Technical Director
  • Underwriter
  • Telecommunications Consultant
  • Web Technician
  • Logistic Manager