Graduate Certificate in Cloud Computing for Big data (Co-op)

at Lambton College - Toronto Campus Canada

There is a strong need in today’s workplace for advanced skills related to design and development of software and electronic hardware solutions for embedded electronic systems.

In this two-year, four-term Embedded Systems Engineering Design Ontario College Graduate Certificate program, students integrate previous theoretical knowledge in areas such as electronics, information science, computer science, software science and communication science or other related fields into hands-on education necessary to prepare graduates for in-demand careers in embedded systems development.

Embedded Systems Engineering Design delivers a unique, interdisciplinary learning experience in embedded systems engineering fundamentals, design concepts and integration of modern communication principles with industrial and portable electronic devices. This program provides an in-depth understanding of the complex challenges of modern industrial and business operations in the field of embedded devices and systems.

Program curriculum prepares students with the core competencies required to progress to the advanced, practical courses on embedded systems development, and the final term will enhance all learning outcomes through a research project. Working in a variety of embedded hardware and software roles or as project managers or entrepreneurs, graduates will learn the skills needed for many exciting careers.

Construction Management involves managing, estimating, and scheduling of residential, industrial, commercial and institutional construction projects. Talented managers know how to avoid costly delays, control a project’s scope and maximize resources and existing budgets.

The first two terms of the two-year Construction Project Management, Ontario College Graduate Certificate includes specific, practical education through a combination of management skills in construction with an emphasis on estimating, scheduling, procurement and cost control, combined with best practices in construction safety, quality management, legal documentation, and contracts. The third term curriculum concentrates on common skills necessary in project management. The final semester solidifies classroom learning through an applied project or co-operative education work term.

Graduates will also gain effective communication skills to work with all levels of personnel in the construction industry. These skills will help prepare them for more responsible jobs in the construction sector.

Co-op Info
Co-op students have the opportunity to apply classroom learning to the workplace. Co-op placement opportunities help students gain valuable work experience that may assist them in finding permanent employment after they graduate. Students have access to our Co-op & Career Advisors who provide comprehensive co-op and career development services and resources for co-op students.

The dynamic field of Human Resources is critical in today's competitive environment. Companies now recognize that strong management of their human resources provides a competitive advantage and leads to organizational success. This program is designed to provide university and college graduates with essential business skills and a strong foundation in Human Resources. Students also complete a four-month full-time work term gaining valuable work experience and insight into the Human Resources profession.

In the first term, students complete courses that provide them with the necessary knowledge of all the major business disciplines including marketing, accounting and technology. In subsequent terms, students complete all of the courses necessary to write the Comprehensive Knowledge Exam which is required to obtain the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation (http://www.hrpa.ca) at an additional fee.

The program provides students with exposure to all areas of the Human Resources field. Students benefit from small class sizes, hands-on active learning and faculty with diverse experience in all facets of Human Resources. Partnership with the local chapter of the Human Resources Professional Association gives students an opportunity to develop their networking skills and learn about working in the profession.

The scope of criminal financial proceeds is significant - estimated at some $590 million USD to $1.5 trillion USD worldwide each year. With a rise in financial fraud, there is a growing need for highly trained risk assessment and management specialists. The Lambton College Financial Services - Investigation & Compliance, Ontario College Graduate Certificate program is designed for students interested in acquiring the in-demand abilities required for fraud prevention and detection and the fight against money laundering in Canada.

In this multi-disciplined program, students utilize existing related education or experience to learn and apply a variety of skills such as policies and procedures management, privacy management, and Anti-money Laundering (AML) investigation.

The two-year Business program is the best way for students to begin their business education. Students looking to work in a multi-national corporation, take over a family-run business or become an entrepreneur, will find that this program offers all the important foundational courses.

In the first year, students will be introduced to marketing, human resources, accounting, computer applications, global business principles and ethics. Important studies in business communications and mathematics round out the year. Second year will move into advanced business courses that all business organizations consider essential. Digital tools, organizational behaviour, business intelligence, business law, operations management and economics are just some of these courses.

Students considering entrepreneurship will have the option of undertaking an entrepreneurship project course to research and plan a new business or work on a special project for existing businesses.

To develop you skills, you will also have access to The Cube - Lambton College's entrepreneurship hub - and the ability to participate in Enactus - our award-winning social entrepreneurship team.

This unique two-term Emerging Leaders program is designed to provide international students with increased business knowledge, improved English communications skills and an opportunity to apply their theoretical learning through a practical work integrated learning project.

The goal of this program is to offer an environment for international students to experience language, business and culture within a North American context. The curriculum is designed with a combination of communication courses, introductory college business courses, and a practical work integrated learning project.

Organizations today are inundated with vast amounts of data. They need a single integrated platform that will accelerate shared business processes and allow employees to make better-informed decisions. The Lambton College DevOps for Cloud Computing, Ontario College Graduate Certificate provides students with the skillsets needed to simplify access to business data and provide a competitive advantage and growth opportunity that is essential for successful business operations.

This innovative program provides students the background to work in DevOps, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), Configuration management, Cloud computing, Cloud storage, and Cloud infrastructure management, while also focusing on client needs and collaborative environments. Through active, hands-on learning, students gain the skills required to effectively perform an enterprise content management role which provides organizational support to business teams and activities by leveraging appropriate IT tools on various Cloud platforms.

Program graduates are in high demand in Canada and may find employment in several areas such as DevOps Engineer, CI/CD Technician, Cloud Analyst, Cloud Engineer, and Systems Integration Engineer.

The food industry finds itself responding to consumer demands for more refined, sophisticated, and convenient products with an increased responsibility for processors in terms of food safety and quality assurance standards. To help support the ever increasing demand to attract highly-skilled workers to the growing food and beverage processing industry in Ontario, the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Management, Ontario College Graduate Certificate program provides extensive, hands-on training for careers in food and beverage processing, safety and quality assurance. This four term, full-time program is designed for students with previous degrees or diplomas in related sciences, engineering or food safety, and will add to previous education and skills that directly apply to the food processing environment.

Curriculum focuses on principles of food safety and quality assurance standards applicable to the Canadian food and beverage processing industries. Food Chemistry and Microbiology, Food Safety Management Systems, Sanitation along with an in-depth review of Canadian and International Food Laws and Regulations are the core elements of this program. The program offers a unique blend of theoretical and practical knowledge including a co-op/project term to allow students to integrate in the Quality Assurance management team.

Graduates will have strong knowledge of food and beverage processing procedures, sanitation practices, HACCP principles, health and safety practices, food safety standards, as well as good communication, leadership and problem solving skills.

The Computer Programmer, two-year diploma program offers students the opportunity to study current trends in software development. This intensive, two-year program concludes with a work term for eligible students.

Web technology topics include HTML5, CSS5, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, React and others to develop user interfaces. Students work with server-side programming languages including Microsoft C#.NET, Python and Java. In the database components, students perform all aspects of database design and work with SQL/NOSQL on several database management systems (DSMS). Students demonstrate their knowledge and skills by developing solutions to real world, three tiered (client, server, database) problems. 

Major coursework is assigned as term projects that span entire terms allowing students to actively engage in the evaluation, design and implementation of real world software applications. As a result, student develop deep content knowledge as well as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity and communication skills. 

In addition, general education, business, math and communication courses help students expand their organizational, critical thinking and communication skills. 

The widespread use of computer technology in all industries, from manufacturing, transportation, construction, education, health and financial institutions means that computer programmers are the key people shaping the solutions of today and tomorrow. 

The Lambton College Software Engineering Technician - Artificial Intelligence, Ontario College Diploma program will provide students the opportunity to learn in-demand skills in the growing field of software development and artificial intelligence.

In the program, students apply skills in the newest technology software. Curriculum details modern software design and Artificial Intelligence (AI) frameworks, machine learning, data visualization, big data fundamentals, natural language processing, image recognition, recommender systems, software bots, digital ethics, and privacy within AI solutions. Students also learn how to design and implement a secure and robust computing environment through the entire Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

Engineering for AI and ML platforms and visualization for various data forms and AI and ML tools are also studied in the program curriculum. Additionally, students learn various aspects of data storage, manipulation, and analysis and learn how to communicate the outcomes with technical and non-technical stakeholders.