Program Description The Computing Systems Engineering Technology (Co–op) program prepares students for the field of scientific and engineering computing. A combination of programming theory and practice, networking, and electronics ensures the graduate will be prepared to work in the emerging fields of cloud computing and mobile device application development such as smart phones and tablets. Graduates will obtain theoretical foundations as well as practical hands on experience with analog electronics, digital systems, including logic, microprocessor interfacing, and embedded microcontrollers and applications. Students will work with mobile devices, robotic systems, and wireless control. Specialized skills in the software stream include, but will not be limited to, object-oriented programming, databases, networking, and modern web technologies. Graduates of this three year program receive the Diploma of Computing Systems Engineering Technology (Co–op). Graduates enrolled in this program will also complete courses in the Cisco Networking Academy program which will place them on the path to Cisco certification at the CCNA level.
Objectives As engineering technologists, graduates of this program will have the knowledge and skills that will allow them to: Analyze, build, implement, and maintain computing systems and applications. Design, develop, and implement relational database management systems. Develop applications using object-oriented programming methods and practices. Design and develop applications for mobile devices such as smart phones and tablets. Prepare a quality assurance plan for testing and evaluation of software. Design and implement computing systems suitable for cloud computing applications. Specify, select, design, build, and troubleshoot micro-processor or micro-controller based systems. Note: This program may not be suitable for applicants who do not have normal colour perception.
