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The Applied Computer Applications (ACA) Associate Certificate  will give you expert level understanding of using a Windows 10 PC and the most current versions of MS Office. You'll learn how to set-up and configure a Windows 10 PC, manage files on a network, protect data and keep the system updated. After, you'll proceed to MS Word or Excel then PowerPoint, followed by MS Access Fundamentals and then an Introduction to Web Development. After graduation, you may also choose to continue on to the Applied Web Development, AWD Associate Certificate.

Applied Computer Applications (ACA): Associate Certificate (Part-Time)

British Columbia Institute of Technology

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BC High School Grade 12 English or equivalent knowledge.
Students in this program are required to have English reading, writing and speaking skills.
Specific prerequisites or equivalent knowledge are required for each course.

Please Note: COMP 1002 – Applied Computer Concepts is the starting point for those looking to become computer literate PC power users. This comprehensive course is core to this credential and a prerequisite for any of the higher level COMP courses, including all of the MS Office application courses.

Complete COMP 1002 before declaring in this program.

ACA is a stand-alone program with a focus on MS Office. Students completing ACIS will not be approved in ACA due to topic duplication with MS Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Web Development and Business Communication. Those planning to move on the CSC and CST/PTS Diploma should complete ACIS and not ACA.

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Part-time Studies applications accepted throughout the year for intakes in January, April and September.
This program is not available to international students. 

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