British Columbia Institute of Technology Downtown Campus

The NASP program is an applied intensive 1-year program that prepares students for a career in secure system and network administration within both enterprise and service provider environments. It addresses both conventional infrastructure and cloud based alternatives. The program is cohort based and is comprised of ten months of full time lab learning and a two-month industry work term.

NASP develops the requisite expertise to plan, implement, manage, and secure server, storage, network, and application infrastructure. It integrates business communications and leadership throughout its technical curriculum. As a compliment to facilitating the acquisition of technical skills and knowledge, the program provides employment advantages to its students through integrated work experience and the incorporation of industry certifications.

Educational Approach

• The program employs project-based instruction, that is organized around the construction of IT solutions, using a variety of current open-source and vendor-specific technologies. By combining these diverse implementations, NASP students acquire an applied, foundational, and multi-vendor skill set.

Program Topics

• Computing and OS Fundamentals: multiplatform including Windows, Linux, Cisco
• Storage Technologies
• Web Stack Hosting and Scaling
• Python and PowerShell Programming for Administrators
• Networking (with implementations in Linux, Windows and Cisco)
• Identity, Messaging and Web Services
• Application Services including: Authentication, DNS, File, Messaging, Web
• Virtualization and Multitenant Computing (VMware, Windows, Linux, AWS)
• Scripting, Automation, Provisioning, and Configuration Management
• Security Fundamentals in multi-vendor and open source environments
• Business and Communication Skills for IT professionals
• Industry work term

Summary

• NASP provides students with current and applied knowledge and skills, combined with industry credentials and real world work experience. The true value of the end result is demonstrated by the excellent vocational success of NASP graduates.

British Columbia’s high-tech sector is growing rapidly, with Vancouver becoming a global hub for the IT industry. The continued growth of the IT sector creates demand for a range of IT professionals, including support analysts, network administrators, web developers, business and systems analysts, security specialists, system integrators, and more.

The BCIT Computer Information Technology (CIT) Diploma is a unique two-year full-time program that will prepare you for a well-paying career in the IT sector. Focusing on emerging tools and technologies, and offering hands-on work on real industry projects, you’ll be equipped for exciting and evolving tech careers across this growing industry.

BCIT's Computer Systems Technology (CST) two-year diploma program combines computer systems theory with hands-on practical experience in software development. You'll learn software engineering and programming from industry professionals, and gain experience working on real projects, from concept to deployment. In second year, specialty options add depth and further hone your skills.

The CST diploma is a widely-recognized credential that is highly regarded by employers. Graduates emerge with the well-rounded skills essential for a career analyzing, designing, and developing software solutions.

Highlights:

• Common first year sets the foundation, with the core skills you'll need as a professional software developer – check out some of the latest first year app projects
• Work on at least two industry projects so you're ready to work in the real-world
• Optional co-op component for broader applied experience (competitive entry)
• Second year options allow you to further your skills in specialty areas

Who should apply for Computer Systems Technology?
The CST diploma program is right for you if:

• You're interested in software development
• You enjoy problem-solving, often in teams
• You're enthusiastic about using technology, computers, and software systems to make things better
• You're ready to apply yourself to prepare for a career in the evolving and rapidly expanding Computing and IT sector

What grads can do
As a CST graduate, you'll be able to:

• Participate in all aspects of software development and maintenance
• Contribute and communicate effectively as a member of software project teams
• Design and code with widely-used programming languages and scripting tools, such as JavaScript, Java, C#, C++, and C
• Develop and maintain complex software systems that integrate scalable components
• Apply logical, critical, and creative thinking to synthesize solutions to computing and IT problems
• Work productively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Independently learn and adopt new tools, technologies and methods to remain up-to-date and effective

Learn to design and produce interactive, user-friendly media projects, responsive websites, integrated social media campaigns, and visually appealing stories and dynamic, rich multi-media content with the BCIT Diploma in New Media Design and Web Development. Demand for the creative and technical skills of new media professionals is increasing rapidly, as companies look for new and innovative ways to engage with clients and customers.

The Diploma in New Media Design and Web Development provides you with applied skills in the following key areas, instrumental for success in this fast-growing field:

• Web design and development
• Information architecture
• User interface design and user experience
• Graphic design and branding
• Interactive media solutions
• Web marketing and social media integration
• New media communications and storytelling

The Technology Support Professional (TSP) program is a 10-month blended full-time program designed to get students ready to start a career in information technology. It is an ideal program for individuals with no previous background or education in computing, as well as those who need to retrain or upgrade their present computer skills. It is offered by BCIT's Technology Professional Programs department.

The blended delivery model offers students the flexibility to complete the program online. While courses are offered in the traditional face-to-face format for those who prefer to be on campus, students may also minimize classroom time, or alternate between modes. After 3 days of in-class orientation at the beginning of the program, students have the option to work remotely for most of the program duration. Class is live streamed from a state of the art broadcast room at BCIT’s downtown campus.

The TSP program provides a solid foundation of IT skills on which students can build. Our program is taught in a multi-platform environment with qualified instructors. By the end of the program, students will be able to:

• Install and configure multiple operating systems such as Windows, Windows Server, and Linux
• Configure machines in a virtual environment
• Create routed network environments
• Demonstrate understanding of core network concepts (OSI Model, IPv4, DHCP, Routing, File/Print services, Email)
• Describe current computing concepts (Cloud computing, Storage Area Networks, Virtualization)
• Create a professional resume, and use interview skills to qualify for IT support positions