XI--Other Programs

Certificates and Diplomas

Certificate in Computing and Information Science

The Certificate in Computing and Information Science program is offered by the Department of Computing and Information Science. The program is usually completed on a part-time basis taking one or two courses per semester. Normally students will require 3-4 years to complete the program. The certificate program is aimed at students who either have a formal university education in an area other than computer science or have been working in computer related areas but who have no academic background in computer science. All applicants are required to have an interview with the program co ordinator in the Department of Computing and Information Science before enrolling. Students may be asked to take a qualifying exam for direct entry into 27-170.

Students who expect to transfer to a degree program in Computing and Information Science should note the admission requirements as stated at the beginning of the relevant schedules of study.

Students interested in entering the Certificate in Computing and Information Science program should apply for the General Studies program if they do not have a university degree, or to Unclassified if they already have a university degree.

Certificate Requirements

Among the 9 courses required for the certificate, the student must include 6 required courses and 3 restricted electives.

The sequence of courses chosen must comply with the prerequisites for each course. Consult with the program coordinator for assistance.

Required Courses:

The Certificate in Food Science program is offered by the Department of Food Science in a distance education mode. Normally, the students will require 3-4 years to complete the program. When taking more than 1 course per semester, students can complete the program in approximately 2 years.

The certificate program is aimed at upgrading students who either have a formal university education in an area other than Food Science or have been working in Food Science-related areas but who have no academic background in Food Science. The certificate program concentrates on the maintenance and evaluation of food safety and quality. During the course of study, students learn to identify and resolve problems associated with food safety and quality. Courses within the certificate program may also serve as upgrading courses for those students wishing to enter the Master's in Food Safety and Quality Assurance program (Department of Food Science). All applicants are required to have an interview (in-person or by telephone) with the program coordinator in the Department of Food Science before enroling. Students who expect to transfer to a degree program in Food Science should consult with the undergraduate departmental advisor in Food Science. The core courses of the certificate cannot be used as substitutes for core courses or restricted electives in the Food Science program. Individuals interested in entering the Certificate in Food Science program only should enrol in the Open Learning program through the Distance Education Division.

Certificate Requirements

Among the 7 courses required for the certificate, the student must include 5 required courses and 2 restricted electives. The sequence of courses chosen must comply with the prerequisites for each course. Consult with the program coordinator for assistance.

Required Courses:

42-240, 42-241, 42-242, 42-343, 42-344

Restricted Electives:

The Diploma in Applied Statistics is a program offered by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, which seeks to give students of the Applied Sciences a technical competency in the use and application of Statistics. The program is intended mainly for those whose primary area of expertise is not in Statistics, but who feel the need to be able to use modern statistical techniques. This program seeks to fill a need of scientists to reach a useful level of competency in the use of statistical methodology.

Diploma Requirements

The program consists of 10 courses chosen from the following list. It is important to take into account the necessary prerequisites when determining the sequence in which the courses are taken. Consult an advisor from the department for assistance.

The program is designed for those who wish to develop their skills in public sector management and public policy analysis. The requirement of 10 courses for the diploma is divided into 2 groups of courses: required courses; and elective courses. Courses taken for the diploma cannot be used for credit in other areas of study and vice versa. The diploma program is equivalent to a general area of concentration or minor honours for a B.A. degree. Students are encouraged to consult the distance education coordinator in the Office of Open Learning or the Diploma in Public Policy and Administration program coordinator or Chair of the Department of Political Studies with regard to the availability and on going development of distance education courses.

Required Courses

Collaborative Diploma in Public/Private Sector Administration

Refer to Office of Open Learning, Section V--Special Study Opportunities in this calendar.

1996-97 Undergraduate Calendar XI--Other Programs

Last revised: August 28, 1996. Contact: ccrenna@registrar.uoguelph.ca.