Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering Technology (Co-op Optional)

at Centennial College - Progress Campus Canada

By attending the Bachelor of Information Technology (Computer and Communications Networks) Honours program, you'll be part of a select group of Ontario students to receive a four-year degree in information technology.

The Ministry of Colleges and Universities specifically selected Centennial College to deliver an applied science program that addresses the province's critical need for networking professionals. Centennial is the only post-secondary institution in Ontario to offer a bachelor degree Computer and Communication Networks program.

During the four years you'll spend in this School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science offering, you'll study a unique blend of technology and business subjects. A hands-on approach will ensure an innovative balance between the practical and theoretical backgrounds employers are seeking. Learning from highly qualified professors who hold industrial certifications and advanced academic credentials, you'll also be able to specialize in the design of wireless networks and security networking.

Centennial College's Computer Repair and Maintenance program will help you to gain a valuable combination of technical and business abilities to start you off in the career direction of your choice.

Every computer eventually needs a tune-up, and with the courses in this college certificate program, you'll learn how to complete that tune-up using basic computer hardware theory and operating system and application program skills. Additionally, you'll acquire technical hands-on experience in installation, maintenance and application of troubleshooting techniques.

With more and more microcomputer-based systems entering the marketplace, there's a need for professionals who can link their computer hardware expertise to the general needs of business. To ensure your success in the field, you'll also gain business experience by examining approaches for maintaining strong customer relations and providing effective technical support.

This concise applied science program will prepare you to step into an important role by combining a broad range of computer-related courses with strong interpersonal skills training.

Program Highlights

• This program takes a practical approach to personal computer hardware and software installation, repair and maintenance.
• You are introduced to local and remote computer communication systems.
• In the Computer Repair and Maintenance program, you have the opportunity to work with a wide range of high-tech equipment.
• The certificate you earn reflects a high standard of learning.
• Once you complete the program, you will be positioned to pursue industry's A+ Certification and Network+ certifications.

The Computer Systems Technician – Networking (Fast Track) program is for you on the off chance that you've finished a school or college program and wish to get into the PC business quicker. 

This applied science program will permit qualified school or college graduates to increase direct entrance into the subsequent year (third semester) of the two-year Computer Systems Technician - Networking project to get their certificate in one year (two semesters). 

You'll work with best in class testing and estimation gear in reason constructed labs, setting a solid establishment in system structure and testing. In these labs, you'll dig inside PC equipment and become familiar with the complexities of working frameworks, investigate the most recent in PC frameworks and systems innovation, and gather and keep up frameworks that will enable clients in imaginative, business and correspondence exercises.

The Advanced Diploma program in Hospitality and Tourism Administration sets you up for an industry that Tourism HR Canada tasks will develop to 2.1 million occupations, uncovering a work and abilities lack in excess of 400 types of employment in this industry.  

The study will consolidate a balanced scholastic educational plan with hands-on experiential getting the hang of, finishing in 14-week work-coordinated learning knowledge. The substance is enlivened by the contribution of industry pioneers, uniting the learning and aptitudes required to flourish in both the inbound and outbound pieces of the travel industry. 

You'll additionally graduate employment prepared with industry affirmations, for example, Smart Serve, Safe Food Handlers, CPR, Travel Insurance, Cruise Industry, and TICO Travel Counselor Certification. Subsequent to graduating with your Tourism certificate, you'll be prepared to leave on boundless profession openings or you may consistently change into Centennial's famous three-year Hospitality and Tourism propelled recognition program.

If you dream of global business ventures, Centennial College's Business Administration -International Business program is for you.

This advanced diploma program will cover basic business and specialized international business topics as you prepare for career success in just three years. Among the areas in which this International Business program will help you to gain expertise are:

• International trade law
• International finance
• International sales and negotiation
• International business planning and research
• International marketing
• Corporate social responsibility in international development

Advanced Diploma in Electrical engineering Technology program at Centennial College helps you in learning a broad range of electricity applications for many industry sectors. In this program, students will have the opportunity to utilize their theory into practice via real-life applications. 

Upon completing the program successfully, students will be able to give a demonstration to design, adapt, analyze, and troubleshoot, install electrical systems as applied to electrical engineering.  Students enrolled in the program will be able to find work in various industries, such as energy, process or manufacturing, construction or engineering, telecommunications, IT networks and intelligent building systems.  

You will gain a complete understanding of electrical engineering sciences and skills, which also includes electrical circuits, operation of electrical motors and power transmission that are used in the industry. Students may look for their work profiles as an electrical designer, project managers, field service technicians, technical trainers, electrical controls technologist and many more.  

Co-Op Option
The co-op option in this program will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while you complete three consecutive work terms as an employee in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but will also provide valuable contacts for your future career.

To participate in this co-op option, you will need to complete an application process in the fourth semester. If academically qualified, you may be admitted to the co-op program. Academically qualified students who are accepted into the program will register for the co-op preparation course as scheduled. When you graduate, your diploma will highlight the co-op credential.

Co-op Requirements

• Minimum of 80% of courses completed from year one and two
• A minimum C (60%) grade in COMM-170/171
• A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (this must be maintained for the duration of the program)
• Students must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Students who meet the above prerequisites will apply to transfer to the co-op program as scheduled

Note: Meeting the minimum co-op program requirements does not guarantee admission into the co-op program.

The Event Planning program will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a rewarding career creating beautiful events and providing long-lasting memories for guests and clients. You'll be equipped to design, plan and execute diverse events, from corporate meetings and conferences to social functions such as weddings and community fundraisers. Event planning is increasingly playing a role in many organizations in a vast number of industries and sectors.

The Event Planning program will immerse you in all aspects of the event industry. Business courses in marketing, human resources and entrepreneurship will complement event courses in design, food and beverage and event operations, preparing you to be confident planning events in restaurants, hotels, resorts and convention centres.

Centennial College's two-year Mechanical Engineering Technician – Design program will combine strong conceptual thinking with a practical knowledge of machines and how they work. You'll learn engineering theory and develop computer-assisted drafting and computer-assisted manufacturing (CAD/CAM) skills.

The courses in this engineering diploma program will employ a project-based approach to learning. This will include working in small groups on specific projects, learning how to plan, schedule, create, design and build as a team.

You'll have the choice of continuing into a third-year Technology option and specializing in modern manufacturing and production processes.

Program Highlights

• In the Mechanical Engineering Technician – Design program you gain experience in machine shop operation, tool design and computer numerical control programming.
• Industry-current computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software instruction as AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks and Mastercam is included.
• This program uses state-of-the-art CAD/CAM equipment.
• There is a 60-40 balance between theory and practice.
• The project-driven program gives you practical experience in designing, building and testing an original piece of equipment.
• The project approach simulates actual workplace assignments.

Centennial College launched its Advanced Business Management - Alcoholic Beverages program in response to the demand for savvy business people to take the reins in Canada's $40-billion wine, beer and spirits industry.

Through business courses taught by industry experts, you'll gain practical experience and insight into how the business of alcoholic beverages is managed. This Alcoholic Beverages business program will cover topics such as category and supply chain management, accounting and marketing while also highlighting the global regulatory framework and good corporate social responsibility.

Learning Outcomes

• Manage and control different aspects of an alcohol-related enterprise by accounting, finance, analytics and general business best practices;
• Plan and manage product distribution and retail systems to achieve business success, comply with legislative requirements and meet social responsibility obligations;
• Analyze local and global markets to position products using appropriate sales and marketing strategies;
• Interpret import and export regulations to determine opportunities and challenges within the business structures of the alcoholic beverages industry;
• Develop strategies to optimize product and market opportunities, including brand development and positioning;
• Conduct business in compliance with relevant national and international law, regulations, ethical standards and corporate social responsibility;
• Use human resources best practices to recruit, motivate, resolve labour relations issues and manage culturally sensitive situations;
• Act entrepreneurially by researching and operationalizing business opportunities within the alcoholic beverages industry;
• Develop strategies to assess the impact and opportunities associated with the globalization of the alcoholic beverages industry;
• Develop personal and professional development strategies and plans to enhance leadership, management skills and expertise.

If you're fascinated with law and crime and want to help at-risk people and communities, the Community and Justice Services program is for you. 

Facilitated by the School of Community and Health Studies, Community and Justice Services courses will help you to gain the expert knowledge and practical skills to work in diverse settings that address youth and adult populations that are at risk, currently incarcerated involved with the criminal justice system, or involved in rehabilitation programs.

In this diploma program, emphasis will be placed on:

• Prevention, intervention and rehabilitative strategies
• Practical communication
• Treatment approaches
• Group dynamics
• Program development and facilitation
• Case management and security skills

This program will include more than 400 hours of placement in and around Greater Toronto Area jails, group homes, community centres, courthouses and schools.

Program Highlights

• Active participation in the Community and Justice Services program is essential as you'll learn counselling, case management, risk assessment, care and control, and crisis and suicide intervention skills.
• You'll develop a professional portfolio.
• The third and fourth semesters will include field placements two days a week, with the other three days spent in class.
• The Community and Justice Services program has forged connections to the field that will provide you with an exceptional field placement learning experience and employment opportunities.
• Hands-on experience, work with diverse client groups in a variety of settings, and exposure to the criminal justice and community services field will open doors to the employment market.

As a Community and Justice Services graduate, you'll demonstrate the ability to:

• Communicate in a manner consistent with professional ethics and practice, and a respect for self, others, and relevant law, policies and legislation.
• Employ all relevant static and dynamic safety and security techniques to ensure the protection of the public, staff, and clients in institutional, residential, and community settings.
• Intervene with clients, individually and in groups, in order to address and manage barriers to promote inclusion, positive growth and personal development.c
• Collect information, observe, monitor, record and assess client behaviour accurately in compliance with legal and organizational requirements.
• Assist in the prevention, management and resolution of conflict, crises, and emergency situations using intervention strategies as prescribed by relevant legislative requirements and industry standards and/or certification.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, supervisors and community justice stakeholders to maintain a productive, professional and safe working environment.
• Engage in program planning, implementation, assessment, and evaluation to meet the needs of clients, staff, community and administration within the context of an interdisciplinary setting.
• Apply knowledge of the history, philosophy, and diverse models of corrective action, of detention, rehabilitation, and reintegration to decision-making and institutional practices.
• Develop and implement self-care strategies using self-awareness, self-inquiry and reflection.
• Work in a manner consistent with professional ethics demonstrating respect for self, others and relevant legislation, policies and procedures in a multi-disciplinary workplace.
• Assess and respond to the strengths and needs of clients, including complex responses impacted by mental health, addictions and other social factors in order to support and promote positive change.
• Promote inclusive practices within community and justice services to increase understanding within the community and meet the needs of diverse populations.
• Propose innovative solutions to address gaps in programs/services in the criminal justice sector through collaborations with community partners.
• Discuss how to engage in decolonizing actions within the professions of Community and Justice Services in the collective pursuit of reconciliation.