Computer Systems Technology
Computer Systems Technician
Diploma in Computer Systems Technology
Diploma in Computer Systems Technology with Co-operative Education Designation
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Web programmer? Systems technologist? Software engineer designing games?
The Computer Systems Technology program gives you the foundational skills and knowledge you’ll need for all these professional careers in the world of computing!
The program is composed of a Computer Systems Technician Certificate year, and a subsequent Computer Systems Technology Diploma year. As a Certificate graduate you may continue on to the Diploma year, or seek immediate employment as a computer support or information technology worker. Contact the Co-op Education office to learn more about the optional Co-operative Education Designation.
The Computer Systems Technician program is nine months long with classes starting in September. You’ll acquire expertise in software and hardware, programming, communications, information technology and systems support.
In the Technology Diploma year, you’ll focus on providing computer solutions to specific real-world problems. The principles taught include problem definition, diagnosis, analyis, design, selection and implementation, decision-making and maintenance, and improvement of hardware and software solutions. You’ll learn how to be effective in a large enterprise, and self-sufficient in smaller enterprises. Through the Software Engineering Bridge program, you’ll be able to continue your education toward a Software Engineering degree at the University of Victoria.