The Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
Advanced Diploma in Computer Engineering Technology - Computing Science (Co-op and Non Co-op Version)Ottawa, Canada
DEGREE TYPE
Advanced Diploma
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
May 2025
TUITION FEES
USD 14,226
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Introduction
The three-year Computer Engineering Technology - Computing Science Ontario College Advanced Diploma program prepares you for an information technology (IT) career in the private or public sectors. You gain the knowledge and skills to use a broad range of IT-based analytical thinking and problem-solving skills in support of the day-to-day operation of an enterprise`s software systems or in the development of new systems.
Learn a variety of programming languages (Java, C#, C++, C, and others) and operating systems (Windows, Unix/Linux, and QNX). In addition, you study the development tools and debugging techniques used to design, code, and test integrated and/or embedded applications and software systems.
In your final year, you work in teams on sponsored real-world projects to develop a comprehensive application as part of the software engineering portion of the program. You also have the opportunity to select an elective course from an approved list, in areas that include game programming, business programming (Cobol), and business intelligence and data analytics.
The majority of the program consists of courses in systems programming, software development, testing, and maintenance. The balance of the curriculum consists of courses in technical communications skills (both oral and written), mathematics, and general education electives.
Students also have the option to gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term (see Additional Information for more details). Please note that places in the co-op work term are subject to availability and academic eligibility. Please note admission to the co-op program does not guarantee a co-op placement.
Ideal Students
This program is well-suited for students who:
- Can work effectively in a teamwork environment
- Can apply critical and analytical thinking and have good problem-solving skills
- Are imaginative, attentive to detail, and enjoy challenging their minds
- Are interested in computers and various software applications
- Have a strong commitment and dedication to their studies
Admissions
Curriculum
Level: 01
- CST8116 Introduction to Computer Programming
- CST8118 Computer Essentials
- CST8215 Introduction to Database
- CST8300 Achieving Success in Changing Environments
- ENL1813T Communications I
- MAT8001C Technical Mathematics for Computer Science
Level: 02
- CST8102 Operating System Fundamentals (GNU/Linux)
- CST8108 Network Programming Basics
- CST8132 Object-Oriented Programming
- ENL2019T Technical Communication for Engineering Technologies
- GEP1001 Cooperative Education and Job Readiness
- MAT8201 Calculus 1
Level: 03
- CST8130 Data Structures
- CST8216 Processor Architecture
- CST8234 C Language
- CST8238 Web Programming
Co-op: 01
- WKT8001 Work Term I
Level: 04
- CST8152 Compilers
- CST8219 C++ Programming
- CST8221 Java Application Programming
- CST8233 Numerical Computing
Choose one from equivalencies
- GED0006X General Education Elective
Co-op: 02
- WKT8002 Work Term II
Co-op: 03
- WKT8003 Work Term III
Level: 05
- CST8218 Web Enterprise Applications
- CST8227 Interfacing
- CST8355 Software Design and Testing
- ENL4001 Technology Report Preparation
Elective: choose 1
- ENG4001 Project 1
- CST8237 Game Programming
- CST8283 Business Programming
- CST8390 Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
Level: 06
- CST8244 Real-Time Programming
- CST8359 .NET Enterprise Application Development
- ENG4003 Project 2
- ENL4003 Technology Report
Choose one from equivalencies
- GED0006X General Education Elective
Program Outcome
Credential: Ontario College Advanced Diploma
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Identify, analyze, design, develop, implement, verify and document the requirements for a computing environment.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, document and monitor technical problems using appropriate methodologies and tools.
- Analyze, design, implement and maintain secure computing environments.
- Analyze, develop and maintain robust computing system solutions through validation testing and industry best practices.
- Communicate and collaborate with team members and stakeholders, to ensure effective working relationship.
- Select and apply strategies for personal and professional development to enhance work performance.
- Apply project management principles and tools when responding to requirements and monitoring projects within a computing environment.
- Adhere to ethical, social media, legal, regulatory and economic requirements and/or principles in the development and management of the computing solutions and systems.
- Investigate emerging trends to respond to technical challenges.
- Integrate multiple software and hardware components using appropriate systems, methodologies, and connection protocols.
- Analyze, plan, design, develop, test, and implement computing devices and networked systems (software or hardware) in accordance with appropriate functional requirements and standards.
- Apply principles of digital and analog circuits to design, implement, and troubleshoot computing devices, including embedded components and systems.
- Design, build, test, implement, and maintain embedded (including IoT) devices and applications.
- Develop, test and maintain software applications for systems integration.
- Apply general software principles of data structures, design patterns and structured data parsing in accordance with industry standards.
- Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may find employment as systems, integration, and applications programmers and/or testers, and as customer service representatives providing training and product support to clients of high technology corporations. Graduates may also pursue careers in such diverse areas as game and multimedia development; GUI (graphical user interface) development; IT communications, IT security, real-time and database systems; web-based applications; and technical roles in all levels of government (federal, provincial, and municipal