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Arts & Sciences
Get the programming, software, and web development skills needed to work in tech with the Computing Systems Certificate at Capilano University.
Developing technical computing skills opens innumerable career opportunities and fosters critical thinking, creativity and independence in an increasingly tech-driven landscape.
In this 25-credit certificate – offered exclusively at our Squamish Campus – you'll learn hands-on, building your skills by training in various computer science courses.
Training includes general coding and programming, software design, applications, and web programming and development. You'll develop logic-based strategies to solve various computing challenges, write algorithms for your solutions and implement them in various programming languages.
You’ll also learn to communicate complicated technical information effectively verbally and in writing.
Your instructors have years of experience in IT, programming and software development. Their advice and guidance will help you grow and gain confidence in your new skills.
The Computing Systems Certificate provides the skills and knowledge you need to get your foot in the door for in-demand tech and IT roles. Get in touch with us today to find out more.

A balanced program
You’ll also broaden your skills with additional English courses, gain technical writing skills and get a thorough introduction to statistics.