Computer Engineering Technician

Campus: Sudbury (SU)

Program code:

GINQ

Admission code:

GINQ

Length:

2 years

Description:

This program allows the student to choose a specialization in programming or network management.

The programming option gives the student a solid grounding in programming and database management. In addition to acquiring training in other branches of computer sciences, such as networking and the material aspect of computers, graduates of this program will gain structured, object-oriented and SQL programming skills. The student will know how to develop traditional applications as well as Internet applications, such as advanced websites. The student will also be able to create, maintain and interrogate databases.

The network management option allows the student to acquire solid training in network and server administration. In addition, training in other computer fields, such as programming and the material aspect of computers, will allow graduates of this program to gain solid competencies in order to install and manage servers and local networks of all sizes. The individual will be able to install security mechanisms on databases and manage stored information.

Tuition fees (approx.):

$2,812 (1st year)

Other fees (certificate, field activities, etc.):

$500 (approximate)

Admission conditions:

• Ontario high school diploma or the equivalent in another province, or mature student status
• 2 French credits (at least 1 mandatory group course)
• grade 11 or 12, pre-college or pre-university
• 2 mathematics credits: grade 11 or 12, pre-college or pre-university

Recommended courses or other:

• 1 Computer Sciences credit: grade 11 or 12, pre-college or pre-university.

Work environment (type of employer):

• Small, medium and large companies of all types (private, government, teaching establishments, financial institutions, hospitals etc.)
• Development and maintenance of computer systems and software of all types
• Design and management of databases
• Design and management of websites
• Design and installation of computer networks
• Technical assistance centres (Helpdesk)
• Customer and sales computer products and services

Possibility of a bachelor’s degree or other title:

Many universities recognize the postsecondary credits of Collège Boréal. Each university has its own admission criteria. Following your college studies, the university of your choice will analyze your credits in order to establish appropriate equivalence.

Candidate profile:

The ideal candidate is creative and resourceful, likes to solve problems with an original approach. The candidate loves new technologies and is ready to meet the challenges of a field in constant evolution. Is also willing to live new experiences, do teamwork and satisfy a variety of clients.

Credential:

Ontario Collège Diploma

Note:

• Graduates of the Computer Engineering Technician program can directly register to the 3rd year of the Computer Engineering Technician –Programming option
• Graduates of the Computer Engineering Technician program can directly register to the 3rd year of the Computer Engineering Technician –Network Administration program option
• The first semester is the same as the first semester of the Computer Sciences –Support Service program