Computer Engineering Technician
Post Secondary

Computer Engineering  Technician

Two Years | Ontario College Diploma
Program Code 0717
Welland Campus

Today's computer industry is one of the most rapidly expanding in all of technology. Employment in the computer industry has one of the highest growth potentials in our economy.



Career Opportunities

In an electronic age, what could be more marketable than computer knowledge? Today's computer industry is booming and you could be part of it!

Graduates of this program may find employment in many fields related to the Computer Industry.

The program has been designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in hardware troubleshooting for the following areas: Computer Systems Support, Electronics, Digital, Microprocessor Technology and Data Communications.

Graduates may also find work in technical call centers as help desk representatives.

By studying and learning hands-on these various technologies, our graduates build the skills and confidence necessary to begin their careers in related fields at entry level positions.

Graduates of this program may seek employment in the following types of positions:

  • PC Technicians - hardware/software
  • Embedded system support
  • Customer service representative
  • Technical sales & support representative
  • Technical support analyst
  • Computer user support
  • Systems testing technician
  • Data communications support
  • Technical call center analyst
  • Help desk technicians - hardware/software

Many of these positions exist in government, commercial, industrial and retail settings.
 

The NC Difference

  • Employment opportunities abound in Niagara, Toronto, Ottawa and beyond
  • Students gain a broad knowledge base spanning the areas of networking, software and programming, and hardware
  • Graduates are adaptable to various industry settings
  • Graduates with experience may apply for certification to the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists

Testimonials and Profiles

Today's computer industry is one of the most rapidly expanding in all of technology. Computers are being used in increasingly diverse applications in our society. Employment in the computer industry now has one of the highest growth potentials in our economy.

 


Admission Requirements

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, including the following required courses:
    • English - any Grade 12 (C), (U), or equivalent
    • Mathematics - any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent

Recommended Courses and/or Recommended Skills  (Not Required for Admission):

  • Physics - Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C) or (U)

Selection and Ranking Process:

  • For competitive programs (the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available places), selection will be based on the highest senior level final grade available at the time of ranking. Mid-term grades are not used for ranking purposes.
  • Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.

Note:

  • Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered.

Educational Pathways

Niagara College has articulated agreements providing students with degree completion and credit transfer opportunities with many other colleges and universities.

General Information
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Tours

For more information please contact the InfoCentre.

Welland: 905-735-2211, ext. 7559
NOTL: 905-641-2252, ext. 4208

We look forward to meeting you!

Students in this program can gain real world skills through applied research projects.

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Program Information

Term One
COMM1133Writing Strategies3
CTEC1184Computer Concepts3
ELEC1126DC Electrical Circuits4
ELNC1126Electronic Devices4
MATH1131Mathematics I for Technicians and Technologists4
TECH1271Future Trends in Advanced Technology3
Term Two
COMM1430Technical Communications3
CTEC1239Computer Programming3
CTEC1767Data Communications and Networking I4
ELNC1233Digital VHDL Systems5
ELNC1236Electronic Fabrication Skills2
MATH1231Mathematics II for Technicians and Technologists4
Term Three
CTEC1465Computer System Support4
CTEC1861Data Communications and Networking II4
CTEC1863Operating Systems5
CTEC1907Computer User Support3
ELNC1326Advanced Digital Systems and Microcontrollers for Technicians5
PROG1590Productivity Tools3
Term Four
COMM1308Understanding Society: Communication Model3
CTEC1904Introduction to Microprocessor Technology5
CTEC1905Data Communications and Networking III4
CTEC1906Internet Computing4
MATH1299Statistics for Technicians2
PROG1735Database Essentials3
 General Education Elective
(1 required)		3

January Start Students

Students who begin the program in January 2013 complete Term 2 of the program during the Spring Term beginning in May 2013 and running into summer months.

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