Advanced College Diploma - Computer Systems Technology - Networking (Optional Co-op)

Program Description

Available intakes: January & September

Centennial College's popular Computer Systems Technology - Networking program focuses on the latest in computer systems.

In the hands-on courses in this advanced diploma program, you gain plenty of practical practice. You'll be delving inside computer hardware and learning the intricacies of operating systems, exploring up-to-date computer systems and networks technology, working with computer/server and network technologies, learning how to administer and manage computer systems (Windows/Linux), converged networks (VoIP), wireless networks, network security and data centres/Cloud, and assembling and maintaining systems that serve to empower users in creative, business and communication activities.

With faculty members from the School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science maintaining a close watch on technology trends, this college computer program's lessons reflect the ever-growing innovations of the digital revolution. This ensures you are career-ready for jobs in technical support for internet, intranet, extranet and telecoms.

Please note:

The program offers an optional co-op component (program #3415). Academically qualified students may enhance their education by working three terms as paid employees in the field.

Qualified college or university graduates with a background in networks may gain direct admission into semester three of this three-year program and receive their Computer Systems Technology - Networking advanced diploma in four semesters (program #3425). There is also the option to complete a co-op component in the fast-track program(program #3435).

Admission Requirements

Minimum Level of Education Required: Grade 12 / High School

Min GPA: 50.0% Convert grades

English Proficiency Requirements:

For direct admission, applicant must be from an English speaking country or meet either of the following English test scores:

Min TOEFL iBT: 80 (Min Reading: 20.0, Min Writing: 20.0, Min Listening: 20.0, Min Speaking: 20.0)

Min IELTS overall: 6 (Min Reading: 5.5, Min Writing: 5.5, Min Listening: 5.5, Min Speaking: 5.5)

Min Duolingo English Test Score: 105

For conditional admission, instead of submitting language proficiency test scores, applicant may complete English courses prior to the academic program. The length of the English course is determined based on the applicant's level of English proficiency.

• September 2021 Available