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The Networking – Computer Systems Technician program, offered in a two-year delivery format, will allow you to quickly enter the job market.

Facilitated by the School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science, this diploma program will incorporate the latest in computer systems and network technology into its courses to reflect the ever-growing innovations of the digital revolution.

In the applied science program, you'll:

•  Delve inside computer hardware and learn the intricacies of operating systems;
•  Explore the most up-to-date computer systems and networks technology;
•  Learn about computer and network security;
•  Assemble and maintain systems that will empower users in creative, business and communication activities.

As committed faculty members guide you through your courses, they'll maintain a close watch on trends in the industry to ensure the topics truly reflect the ever-growing digital industry.

Once you complete the program, you'll be able to launch a career in technical support in the growing Internet, intranet, extranet and telecom networks fields.

Please note: Qualified college or university graduates with a background in networks may gain direct admission into Semester 3 of this two-year program and receive their Computer Systems Technician - Networking diploma in two semesters (program #3424).

Companies Offering Jobs

AIM Funds Management Inc., Canada Life, CIBC Mellon Trust, Enbridge, StorageTek, Toronto Hydro, Transport Canada, IBM, RBC and the Ministry of Government Services

Program Highlights

• The Computer Systems Technician – Networking program offers a strong focus on hands-on labs and technical problem solving.
• Approachable professors have postgraduate degrees from accredited universities and relevant work experience in their specialty.
• You have access to fully outfitted and modern labs.
• You are prepared to handle the intricacies of internet, intranet, extranet and telecom network challenges that crop up in the real world.
• Graduates are positioned to pursue industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Net+, Security+, Microsoft MTA, MCSA and Cisco CCNA.
• This program has an active Computer Networking Student Society.

Career Outlook

• Computer systems technician
• Field service representative
• Network technician
• Network technical support specialist
• Help desk support
• Technical support

Education Pathways

Successful graduates of this Computer Systems Technician – Networking 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.