This program focuses on advanced computer network administration including network security. Computer systems technologists also have project management, systems analysis and design skills. This program will appeal to students with a keen interest in highly complex network systems. Students must have good communication and analytical skills, enjoy problem-solving, and be well organized.
Program Highlights
St. Clair is an official Cisco Networking Academy and prepares students to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Implementing Cisco Wireless Network Fundamentals (WIFUND), MCSA Administering Windows Server, CompTIA A+ and Security+ certifications (Comp TIA A+ allows for personal computer repair, maintenance and installation).
Cisco networking lab.
Active student-run Information Technology Club.
Students work on a “real world” project team designing and presenting a network proposal for an industry partner.
Number one program in the province against all comparators in Student Satisfaction, Knowledge and Skills, and Program Quality.
Students perform extremely well at Skills Competitions:
Skills Ontario - IT Network Systems Administration (2023) - Gold medal
Skills Ontario - IT Network Systems Administration (2018) - Gold medal also receiving an award for having the highest score in a technology competition.
Skills Ontario - IT Network Systems Administration (2018) - Silver medal
Skills Ontario - IT Network Systems Administration (2017) - Bronze medal
Career Opportunities
Graduates will have good advancement potential and opportunities for entry-level positions including Technical Support Analyst, Network/System Administrator, and Computer Network Technologist in a wide range of sectors including government, corporations and the public sector. Many graduates become self-employed or independent operators offering computer training, technical support and network administration.
Admission Requirements
OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level plus:
Every effort has been made to align the pre/co-requisite document with the information on the course outline. However, if there are any discrepancies identified, the information on the course outline takes precedence.
Past Cohorts:
Semester 1
Code
Title
Credits
MIT123
Intro Spreadsheets Using MS-Excel
2
MIT146
Networking I
5
MIT153
Introductory Programming Logic
4
WEB110
HTML And CSS
4
MTH100A
Mathematics For Information Technology
3
SSC206G
Transitioning To Canadian Culture
3
Semester 2
Code
Title
Credits
MIT211
System Configuration I
4
MIT227
Intro To Data Base Concepts
4
MIT246
Networking II
5
WEB230
Javascript I
4
COM210
Introduction To Technical Communication
3
Semester 3
Code
Title
Credits
MIT311
System Configuration II
4
MIT313G
Law And Ethics In The Information Age
3
MIT346
Networking III
5
MIT403
Network Administration
4
MIT502
Help Desk Analyst
4
Semester 4
Code
Title
Credits
MIT416
Linux I
4
MIT420
Network Security I
4
MIT446
Networking IV
5
MIT439
PHP (Server Web Development)
4
ELEC1030
Choose 1 Elective Course
3
Semester 5
Code
Title
Credits
MIT409
Linux Server Administration
4
MIT520
Network Security II
4
MIT600
Project Management
4
MIT642
Introduction To Network Analysis And Design, (Network Design)
4
MAD202
Data Fundamentals
2
Semester 6
Code
Title
Credits
MIT515
Network Administration II
4
MIT602
Technical Projects
4
MIT641
Protocol Analysis
4
MIT517
Wireless Technology
4
Your Investment
The standard tuition and compulsory fees for the current academic year:
For programs with Experiential Learning (Work Placement/Internship): Costs for accommodation, if needed, travel and related expenses are at the student's own expense. It is recommended for most programs, that students have access to a laptop or desktop computer while away from home during experiential learning periods.
Textbooks and other materials are in addition to Tuition Fees. Textbook prices may be found on the Bookstore website.
Please be aware that tuition and compulsory fees are subject to adjustment each year. The College reserves the right to change, amend or alter fees as necessary without notice or prejudice.
Computer Systems Technology - Networking (Ontario College Advanced Diploma) (MTCU Code 60505)
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 relationships.
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.
Analyze, plan, design, implement and administer computer systems and cloud solutions.
Research, design, deploy, configure, troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade, and decommission computing system infrastructures.
Select and apply scripting tools and programming languages to automate routine tasks.
Install, monitor, optimize and administer a database management system in response to specified requirements.
Design, implement and administer technical support processes for computing system infrastructures that align with industry best practice.
