Applied Computer Information Systems (ACIS)

Applied Computer Information Systems, ACIS provides a broad foundation to use computing technologies in a business environment. This credential is aimed at two audiences:

• Those using IT systems with no formal credentials.
• Anyone interested in a broad IT foundation prior to advanced computing credentials.

This hands-on credential and is also the second step in laddering toward the Computer Systems Technology Diploma, CST/PTS. If your end goal is the Diploma, then you should complete Applied Software Development, ASD before completing ACIS. Some students may want to complete both ASD and ACIS concurrently and should contact the department for course planning. Successful participants become expert end-user of a Windows 10 personal computer, then become proficient in typical MS Office applications, followed by an in-depth understanding of relational database design and data modelling. A wide variety of electives are offered to suit individual interests including: IT project management, object-oriented programming and web development. Students may also choose electives in expert level word processing, spreadsheets, business and technical communication, plus business intelligence for data mining. ACIS graduates not moving on to the CST Diploma may also choose to continue on to Applied Database Administration and Design, ADAD.