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T100 - Timmins Campus (PC) - Fall Intake

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PROGRAM INFORMATION

Academic Year :

2026-2027

Credential :

Ontario College Diploma

Program Delivery :

Full-Time

Duration :

2 Years

Length :

4 Semesters

Program Code(s) :

T100 - Timmins Campus (PC) - Fall Intake

T100W - Timmins Campus (PC) - Winter Intake

DESCRIPTION

Emerge as an IT professional whose high-end skills support the technologies that now run every aspect of our economy and daily lives with Northern’s two-year Computer Engineering Technician diploma.

Learn to assemble and configure a computer as well as develop, maintain and optimize networks, systems and software through our hands-on curriculum . Develop core programming skills and master web development, cybersecurity and database management. Along the way, you’ll be challenged to solve complex issues and master the latest and emerging technology to make sure you’re prepared for the problems and solutions of the future.

This program prepares students to write exams for certifications such as Cisco (CCNA), Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate or Cisco CyberOps Associate, Networks +, A+ Certification, Server+ and Linux + Certification.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Northern College graduates are able to develop and maintain networks, systems and programs for both business and industry. Graduates can expect to find employment in the following fields/positions:

  • Programmer / Analyst
  • Computer engineer
  • Computer systems engineer
  • Employed by computer and telecommunication hardware manufacturers, engineering, manufacturing and telecommunications firms, IT consulting firms, and government, educational and research institutions in the private and public sectors

VOCATIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES

  1. Identify, analyze, develop, implement, verify, and document the requirements for a computing environment.
  2. Contribute to the diagnostics, troubleshooting, documenting, and monitoring of technical problems using appropriate methodologies and tools.
  3. Implement and maintain secure computer environments.
  4. Implement robust computing system solutions through validation testing that aligns with industry best practices.
  5. Communicate and collaborate with team members and stakeholders to ensure effective working relationships.

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Computer Engineering Technician

Program Outline 2026-2027

Computer Engineering Technician

Program Outline 2026-2027

  1. Select and apply strategies for personal and professional development to enhance work performance.
  2. Apply project management principles and tools when working on projects within a computing environment.
  3. Adhere to ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements and/or principles in the development and management of computing solutions and systems.
  4. Support the integration of multiple software and hardware components using appropriate systems, methodologies, and connection protocols.
  5. Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain a variety of computing devices and networked systems (software or hardware) in accordance with documented functional requirements and standards.
  6. Apply principles of digital and analog circuits to troubleshoot computing devices, including embedded components and systems.
  7. Contribute to the analysis, building, testing, implementation, and maintenance of embedded (including IoT) devices and applications.
  8. Contribute to the development and maintenance of software applications for systems integration.

PROGRAM COURSES

The following reflects the planned course sequence for full-time offerings of the program. Programs at Northern College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities.

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