Computer Systems Technician – Networking (Co-Op and Non-Co-Op)

The two-year Computer Systems Technician – Networking Ontario College Diploma program prepares you for a career in information technology with a focus on network and system administration.

You learn to set up, configure and maintain all components that constitute an effective network: computer hardware, operating systems, networking and virtualization technologies, security and task automation. In addition, you develop problem solving skills and troubleshooting techniques to help support an IT infrastructure. Throughout the program, you also develop your oral and written communication skills, customer support, and ethics relevant to the information technology workplace.

As a student in this program, you have access to the latest software and equipment including Cisco and Aruba hardware labs, network-based operating systems, including Microsoft and GNU/Linux, as well as other industry-standard tools and resources.

Students also have the option to gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term.

You can work towards industry recognized certifications including Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Linux+ and Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA). Upon successful completion of this program, you may transfer credit for the first two years of the Computer Systems Technology – Security three-year Ontario College Advanced Diploma, as long as you meet its admissions requirements.

What You’ll Learn

• Identify, analyze, develop, implement, verify and document the requirements for a computing environment.
• Contribute to the diagnostics, troubleshooting, documenting and monitoring of technical problems using appropriate methodologies and tools.
• Implement and maintain secure computing environments.
• Implement robust computing system solutions through validation testing that aligns with 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 working on projects within a computing environment.
• Adhere to ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements and/or principles in the development and management of computing solutions and systems.
• Assist with the implementation of computer systems and cloud solutions.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade and decommission information systems infrastructure.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting tools and programming languages.
• Install and monitor a database management system in response to specified requirements.
• Provide technical support for information system infrastructure that aligns with industry best practice.
• Design, deploy and administer robust network infrastructures and cloud solutions.
• Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.