Computer Systems Technician - Networking Ontario College Diploma
ObjectivesThis program will offer you a comprehensive plan of study that includes networking and computer hardware. Supplementary topics include application software, database systems, data management, and computer programming with a business environment focus. Our program prepares you for work as a certified network technician in less than one year. We provide a good mix of hands-on and classroom learning in an informal, relaxed setting. We are a Microsoft IT Academy and follow Microsoft’s 2004 MCSA curriculum to help you prepare for MCSA exams. The compressed nature of our program allows you to receive a two-year diploma in just 12 months of instruction, including a six-week special project that provides you with real-world experience.
Practical experienceField Placement possibilities: * Ministry of the Solicitor General * Near North District School Board * Ontario Northland * Ontario Provincial Police * North Bay Police Services * Tembec * Justice Department * Caisse populaire
Academic titleComputer Systems Technician - Networking Ontario College Diploma
Course descriptionSEMESTER ONE:
CIS 100 Personal Skills for Success
CIS 123 Internet - Fundamentals
CIS 142 Programming - Fundamentals
CMM 125 College Communication
CST 105 Microcomputer Hardware
CST 110 Operating Systems - Client
CST 115 Networking - Fundamentals
SEMESTER TWO:
CIS 174 Database - Fundamentals
CMM 180 Business Communication
CST 214 Networking - LAN II
CST 224 Networking - LAN III
CST 234 Networking - LAN IV
CST 318 Networking - Advanced
MTH 142 Math for Computer Technicians
SEMESTER THREE:
CIS 304 Career Preparation
CST 160 Technical Documentation
CST 244 Networking - LAN V
CST 254 Networking - LAN VI
CST 295 Special Projects
These courses help prepare you to take some of the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and all of the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) exams, which test candidates for the highest levels of Microsoft product knowledge. Your status as a certified professional will translate into enhanced job opportunities in today’s burgeoning high-tech marketplace. On completion of the first semester, you will be equipped with the necessary skills to take the A+ and Network+ certification exam, which is widely recognized in North America as a technician standard.