Computer Programmer

Get ahead in the tech industry with our college programs focused on development and programming.

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Program Overview

Increasingly, individuals and organizations look to computers, be they stand-alone or networked, to optimize workflow, establish a presence in global markets, improve communication, and just generally improve productivity. Graduates of Computer Programming Programs have honed their abilities, acquiring the expertise to develop, test, and deploy program code. As such, graduates are able to work individually or as part of a team to gather requirements and support the recommendations for the improvement or automation of organizational workflow that correspond to the day-to-day requirements of individuals and organizations.

Program Details

  • Course Code: T850
  • Program Length: 2 Years/4 Semesters
  • Credential: Ontario College Diploma
  • Start Date: January & September Intakes

Courses

  • HTML/CSS
  • Javascript/Frameworks
  • PHP/Databases
  • Java
  • C#
  • Android Application Development
  • iOS Application Development
  • Programming Concepts & Best Practices

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program will fall under the classification of NOC 2174 and may find entry-level positions in industries that write, modify, and integrate software, both web and native, for mobile application devices, internet-based applications, and in other information technology and systems roles. Based on Canada Job Bank Job Prospects analysis in 2021, the employment outlook for Computer programmers and Interactive Media developers is good in Ontario over the next 3 years. This is largely due to technological changes, employment growth and retirements. Employment opportunities may be found in computer software and mobile applications development firms, information technology consulting firms, business environments, corporate training development organizations and information technology units in the private or public sectors.

Laddering Opportunities

Graduates from this program will have the opportunity to continue into an advanced program, such as Mobile Application Development, which will allow them to achieve an Advanced Diploma. Graduates will also have the opportunity to pursue post-graduate certificates after graduation.

Admission Requirements

OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level. Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.

Semester Breakdown

Semester 1
Course Code Course Title Credits
WEB110 HTML/CSS 4
MAD102 Introduction to Programming 4
MAD100 Java Programming I 5
MAD103 Data Fundamentals 3
MIT201 Law & Ethics in the Digital Age 3
ELEC1030 Elective 3
Semester 2
Course Code Course Title Credits
WEB205 PHP Basics 4
WEB210 Web Design/CSS 4
WEB230 JavaScript I 4
MAD200 Java Programming II 4
ELEC1030 Elective 3
Semester 3
Course Code Course Title Credits
MAD303 Web Applications with PHP & MySQL 4
MAD304 Object-Oriented Analysis & Desgin 4
MAD300 Java Programming III 4
MAD503 Portfolio Development 3
MAD307 Javascript Frameworks 3
ELEC1030 Elective 3
Semester 4
Course Code Course Title Credits
MAD403 Advanced Web Applications with PHP and MySQL 4
WEB407 Web Communications Project 3
MAD432 Fundamentals of iOS Development I 4
MAD411 Fundamentals of Android Development I 4
MAD401 C# Programming 3