Information and Computer Systems Technician, Certificate

Program at a glance

Credential

Certificate

Work experience

Co-op / internship

Study options

Full-time

Open to International

Yes

Area of study

Technologies & Engineering

Length

1 year

Ways to learn

Gain practical skills and professional networks that shape your career.

Co-op education

Fundamental knowledge of computing systems

Start in September!

The Information and Computer Systems program prepares you for work locally and globally in database design and management, network software design, administration, and operations and maintenance of networks and software.

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This two-year, double-credentialed program starts with an Information and Computer Systems Technician certificate, which takes nine months to complete. With an additional nine months of study, you'll earn a full Information and Computer Systems Technology diploma.

The Information and Computer Systems (ICS) program emphasizes the analysis and development of听practical IT solutions听in a rapidly changing technological environment.

For an added hands-on experience, students can complete a听听to complement their coursework.

Build your skills

As an ICS student, you'll learn to think critically, problem-solve both individually and as a team, and communicate effectively with all levels of IT users.

You will learn concrete skills, including how to:

program, deploy, secure, and maintain software applications to meet requirements
design, analyze, maintain, and interpret data
apply knowledge of basic project management skills to information technology activities
effectively communicate and collaborate with colleagues, team members, employers, and technical and non-technical personnel

Your career

As a graduate of the one-year听Information and Computer Systems Technician听certificate program, you'll be prepared to work locally in the exciting world of information technology. A variety of computer-related careers, including programming, web development, and customer service in all types of organizations are open to you.

If you continue your studies, you can acquire the听Information and Computer Systems Technology听diploma. Graduates of the diploma program work as technologists and technicians, and are prepared for work in web and mobile programming, database design and management, network software design, administration, and in network operations.