About Computing Science

Big Game Event was a Success!

Our Computing Science students developed simulations (including hockey-playing robots) and classic 2D arcade games (like asteroids and space invaders). On April 16, 2010 students were on hand to show off their work, and let you try your hand at the games they have programmed!

There was also a Robot Sumo Challenge Show! The winning team was InDifferent!

Interested in New Media?

Have you ever wondered how 3D video games like "The Sims" and "Halo" are created? Want to learn about web technologies like Flash, Photoshop, or HTML?

Here is your chance! Our department offers several courses on the New Media . This Spring, we have the following courses:

COMP165 - Multimedia and the Internet : In this course, you will learn about the Internet and the key technologies behind Web 2.0.

COMP121 - Fundamentals of Programming : We explore computer programming in the context of modern 3D video games. Using a 3D engine, you will have an opportunity to create your own video game from scratch!

Featured Project - Using the Wii Remote in COMP121. See more projects here .

University Transfer Courses

All the courses offered by our Department are university transferable to other local universities. Students may complete the equivalent of one (or two) year(s) of university studies at Capilano University and transfer directly into another local university's second (or third) year Computer Science degree program. Students who do not require the complete set of Computing Science courses may also take individual courses for specific university transfer credits.

Please check the university transfer guide at BCCAT (British Columbia Transfer Guide) Web site for further transfer information.

Our Mission

We deliver a university transfer program that provides a strong foundation to the theoretical as well as practical aspects of Computer Science. We make learning fun for the students by employing interesting examples and projects, such as programming games, using graphics and robots, developing web-based projects, and the building of a microprocessor. Our curriculum covers object-oriented programming, software engineering, user-interface design, web programming, operating systems, computer architecture and hardware.

Degree or Diploma Program

Capilano University offers an Associate of Science degree with a concentration in Computer Science to students who have completed two years of university transfer courses according to the requirements in the Associate of Science Degree Profile .

Students interested in a more flexible program may wish to consider the Computing Science Diploma Profile .

Please note : second year courses in these programs will run only when sufficient student demand exists. Please enquire.