Foundations of Computing, Undergraduate Certificate

The Undergraduate Certificate in the Foundations of Computing (FdnComputing) is designed for individuals seeking to develop marketable skills grounded in the principles of computing and to provide a solid foundation for further education in the computing fields – Computer Science, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, and Information Technology. Upon successful completion of the certificate, students will have gained a mastery of foundational skills in the areas of human-computer interaction, network, discrete mathematics, operating systems, system analysis & design, and cyber ethics to build a career in the field of computing. 

Admission Requirements

City University of Seattle's undergraduate admission requirements, found under Admissions in the catalog menu, apply to this program. 

Total Required Credits (30 - 45 Credits)

Preparatory Courses (15 Credits)

Preparatory courses may be required for students entering this certificate without sufficient related experience. Please see the program admissions criteria in the City University of Seattle catalog for specific information.

CS 132Computer Science I *

5

CS 251Statistical Computing (NS) *

5

IS 201Fundamentals of Computing

5

Foundations of Computing (30 Credits)

CS 330Network Communications *

5

CS 340Operating Systems *

5

CS 351Discrete Mathematics in Computing (NS) *

5

IS 302Human Computer Interaction

5

IS 471Cyber Ethics (SS)

5

IS 350Systems Analysis and Design *

5