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This Computer Systems Technology – Networking (Fast-Track) (Optional Co-op) program is for students who previously completed a relevant college or university program and wish to receive their diploma in two years (four semesters) by entering the second year of the three-year Networking offering.
This college engineering program prides itself on facilitating an ideal balance between hands-on experience and theory in its Computer Systems Technology courses. As such, you'll learn by using state-of-the-art testing and measurement equipment in purpose-built labs to develop a solid foundation in network design and testing as well as project management.
Hands-on activities will include delving inside computer hardware and learning the intricacies of operating systems, exploring current computer systems and networks technology, and assembling and maintaining systems that will empower users in creative, business and communication activities.
The specific areas in which you'll develop technical expertise will include:
- Wireless communications
- Data centre/cloud
- Network design, management and troubleshooting
- Converged (VoIP) networks
- Network security
- Administration and management of Windows/Linux systems
With its lessons that centre on the latest technological advances in the ever-growing digital industry, the Computer Systems Technology – Networking (Fast Track) program will ensure you're fully prepared for a challenging career in the world of computers.
Please note: This program is available with a co-op option (program #3435) that includes four semesters and two co-op work terms.
Companies Offering Jobs
Transport Canada, AIM Funds Management Inc., Canada Life, RBC, Celestica, CIBC Mellon Trust, Enbridge, StorageTek, Toronto Hydro, IBM, the Ministry of Government Services
Program Highlights
- You enter the industry quickly by completing a three-year program in two years.
- The theory you learn in the Computer Systems Technology – Networking (Fast-Track) courses is reinforced by laboratory work.
- Modern labs and lecture facilities create a realistic learning environment.
- The program attracts university graduates from around the world.
- Once you complete this School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science program, you will be prepared to work with internet, intranets, extranets and telecom and wireless networks.
- The training positions grads to pursue industry standard certifications such as CompTIA A+, Net+, Security+, Linux+, Microsoft MTA, MCSA and Cisco CCNA.
Career Outlook
- Network/system analyst
- Security analyst
- Wireless network administrator/technician
- Network/system administrator
- Data centre/cloud technician
- Network/system technologist
- VoIP administrator
- Network technical support specialist
Education Pathways
Successful graduates of this Computer Systems Technology – Networking Advanced Diploma program have the opportunity to apply their credits toward further study at the degree level. Listed below are the degrees from partnering institutions that are available for this program
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