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INSTITUTION INFORMATION
Name of
Institution:
Sheridan College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning
Trafalgar Road Campus:
1430 Trafalgar Road
Oakville, ON L6H 2L1
905-845-9430
Davis Campus:
7899 McLaughlin Road
Brampton, ON L6V 1G6
905-459-7533
Locations:
(Campus Location
of Program is in
bold)
Mississauga Campus:
4180 Duke of York Boulevard
Mississauga, ON L5B 0G5
905-845-9430
Skills Training Centre:
407 Iroquois Shore Road
Oakville, ON L6H 1M3
905-845-9430
Website Address: www.sheridancollege.ca
All Sheridan campuses are accessible by local public transit, with convenient
connections to GO Transit. Visit:
www.sheridancollege.ca / About Sheridan/ Campus Info/ How to Get to Sheridan
Second Career Coordinator: Deborah Campbell
Contact Person:
Application
Process/Offer of
Admission/Letter
of Acceptance:
Phone: 905-459-7533 or 905-845-9430 ext. 5068
Fax: 905-874-4385
E-mail: deborah.campbell1@sheridanc.ca
1. If you have been provided with a Second Career Application Package by
your Employment Assessment Centre, please review Sheridan’s full-time
program admission requirements outlined below under Program-Specific
Admission Requirements. Please note that to be extended an offer to
Sheridan and obtain an acceptance letter, you are required to meet the
admission requirements. We will be pleased to talk with you about your
program and Second Career. Also, please attend a Sheridan Second
Career Information Session - times and locations are noted at
www.sheridancollege.ca under Programs and Courses, then select
Second Career.
2. Please apply to your program choice through the Ontario Colleges
website at: www.ontariocolleges.ca. Please provide transcripts or request
mature student testing, if you meet the criteria (see below Mature
Student Status). There is a $95 non-refundable application fee, payable
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to Ontario Colleges.
3. If Sheridan determines you do not meet the admission requirements
through transcripts or testing, we will provide you with information about
how you can most efficiently obtain the necessary prerequisites through
Sheridan’s Upgrading or ESL Programs.
4. If you are accepted into your program choice, you will receive an offer of
admission and, subsequently, a detailed acceptance letter, which you will
submit with your Second Career funding application.
Certification of
School:
Sheridan is an Ontario Public College and is certified to issue T2202A tax
receipts.
Sheridan recognizes that some students who enter a program at the College will
have earned postsecondary credits at other recognized postsecondary institutions
and may wish to apply these credits towards the Sheridan credential. Advanced
standing refers to the transferring of credit earned at another recognized postsecondary institution towards a Sheridan credential.
Students may apply to receive advanced standing for specific Sheridan course(s)
based on the successful completion of similar courses at other recognized
postsecondary institutions subject to meeting applicable Sheridan policies.
Advanced
Standing:
Candidates must have achieved a minimum course grade of 65% or the minimum
pass for promotion within the program, whichever is higher, for a request for
advanced standing to be considered.
Courses considered for advanced standing must have been completed within five
years prior to the request.
Please refer to the full Advanced Standing policy on Sheridan’s Policies and
Procedures website for specific details. Mac users please note: you must use
Firefox, Opera or Netscape to access the documents on the Policies and
Procedures website.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Program
Name/Credential:
Computer Engineering Technician
Ontario College Diploma (PCPEN)
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required
courses:
Program-Specific
Admission
Requirements:
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One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U)
Plus
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Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology (MCT4C) or Grade 11
Functions (MCF3M) or Grade 11 Functions and Relations (MCR3U) or
any Grade 12 (U) Mathematics
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Or,
Mature Student Status – Mature students do not possess an Ontario
Secondary School Diploma, or equivalent, and are 19 years of age or older
before the starting date of the program.
Mature students who apply to Sheridan’s certificate and diploma programs must
demonstrate their ability to work at the postsecondary level in one of the following
two ways:
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By successfully completing equivalency testing in English and/or
mathematics and/or; science or
By completing a program of academic upgrading at a level appropriate to
the program of choice.*
Mature students must demonstrate proficiency in meeting specific program
prerequisites.
*If you do not have the required prerequisites, you may wish to enrol in Sheridan’s
Academic Upgrading program to obtain equivalent credits. Sheridan also offers
an ESL program. Preparatory training, such as academic upgrading, is eligible for
Second Career funding, subject to the approval of Employment Ontario.
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements may be invited to
complete pre-admission tests in mathematics and English. Applicants asked to
take the tests are considered for admission to Term 1 contingent on receiving a
minimum grade of 60% in both the pre-admissions mathematics/English tests.
Applicants who are lacking the mathematics admission requirements for this
program may be able to be admitted into this program with additional courses
completed in their first year at Sheridan. There may be additional costs involved
depending on the program.
Applicant Selection
Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of their previous academic
achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including
required courses), and/or results of pre-admission testing.
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be
assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related
programs.
Admission at an Advanced Level (Direct Entry)
Students may apply for admission at an Advanced Level (Direct Entry) to Year 2
of this program if they have relevant credits from a university or college. Students
may have to complete certain courses from Year 1 prior to graduation.
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Start/End dates by
semester:
Jan. 2013 start
Jan. 7, 2013
1 To
April 19, 2013
May 6, 2013
2 To
Aug. 16, 2013
Sept. 3, 2013
3 To
Dec. 13, 2013
May 4, 2014
4 To
Aug. 15, 2014
Please note – this program has a four month break between semesters 3 and 4
(January to May 2014).
Program Length/
Hours/Weeks:
This is a full time 2 year program (PCPEN): (4 semesters of 14 weeks each)
Hours per week: approx. 20 (daytime hours between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.,
Monday to Friday)
The Christmas break is approximately 3 weeks, and breaks between semesters
are two weeks.
Students will be notified about their class schedule and timetable prior to the
beginning of each semester.
Class Size:
Approx. 35
Course Outline:
See Program Outline section below
Registration Fee –
(applicable at time
of publication –
subject to change
without notice):
The $95 non-refundable application processing fee paid to Ontario Colleges
covers application processing for one application cycle.
Annual Tuition
2013/14 –
(applicable at time
of publication –
subject to change
without notice):
• Year 1: $4,196.20
• Year 2: *
*Tuition fees are regulated by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
By action of the Ontario government, a change may be made to year two tuition.
For purposes of your research, please use the year one tuition.
Parking 2013/14 –
(applicable at time
of publication –
subject to change
without notice):
Additional Costs –
(applicable at time
of publication –
subject to change
without notice):
• One Month: $80.00
• One Semester (September to January): $186.00
• Two Semesters (September to May): $343.00
• Three Semesters (September to August): $410.00
Year 1
Books: $525.00
Expendable Supplies: $412.00
Year 2 (subject to increase)
Books: $525.00
Expendable Supplies: $412.00
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Mobile Program - laptop required:
Mobile computing programs require the use of a laptop as a mandatory component of
curriculum during academic terms. New students in mobile computing programs must bring
a laptop of their choice that will meet the program’s requirements. For more information
please refer to: mobilecomputing.sheridaninstitute.ca.
Other:
Payment Policy for
Second Career:
Refund Policy:
Option 1: Payment of total fees for one full year should be paid in full by the tuition
deadline. Please refer to your Fees Invoice for tuition deadlines as deadlines
vary depending on when you are extended and accept an offer.
If you withdraw by the tenth scheduled day of the first term, then all fees are
refunded. If you withdraw by the tenth scheduled day of the second term, then all
second term fees are refunded, etc. In any case, a $100 administrative processing
charge is withheld.
Innovation is the rule in computer Engineering Technology, and it’s the hallmark of
the computer engineering diploma program at Sheridan. We provide hands-on
experience and a problem-solving approach to computer engineering technology,
teaching students to find creative, outside-the-box solutions to real-world
computer engineering problems.
You’ll develop high-level programming and computer engineering skills that
translate directly to the workplace and are in high demand among employers.
During third year, you can apply for one of three paid co-op work terms, gaining
professional experience to augment your studies.
Fundamental Principles to Advanced Concepts
Your Second
Career in Computer
Engineering
Technician:
Sheridan’s Computer Engineering program places more emphasis on
fundamental math and engineering principles than most computer engineering
colleges. Second- and third-year courses focus on advanced computer
engineering concepts, ranging from software development to embedded systems
design. You’ll learn to:
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Design, implement, and maintain the architecture for computer systems
and networks
Create process control, data acquisition, and data management solutions
Integrate networking technologies with information systems
Work with microcontrollers, wireless systems, and other consumerproduct technologies
Design and manage information servers
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Professional Affiliations and More
Because these programs are nationally accredited by the Canadian Technology
Accreditation Board, graduates may seek professional certification with the
Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists
(OACETT).
Sheridan’s Computer Engineering program employs mobile computing, so you’ll
have 24/7 access to lecture notes and other subject material, on campus and off.
After graduation, students can apply for entry to Sheridan’s Bachelor of Applied
Information Sciences (BAISc) (Information Systems Security) Program.
Computer Engineering Technology Technician courses are held at the Davis
Campus in Brampton, Ontario.
Computer engineering technology skills are extremely marketable across many
industries. Sheridan graduates are particularly well qualified for jobs that involve
programmable controllers, data acquisition systems, embedded controllers and
electronic instrumentation. However, they will find employment opportunities
wherever a technologist is required with multiple skills in programming and
hardware integration.
Graduates may obtain employment as:
Career
opportunities/
Employment
Prospects/Success
Factors:
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Embedded Systems Designers
Network Analysts and/or Network Installers
Systems Analysts
Network Designers
Software Specialists
Product Development Specialists
Programmers
With experience, graduates may move into management and supervisory
positions.
Alumni of Sheridan can access all in-person and web-site Career Centre’s
services for assistance in Career Counselling and Employment Advising for one
year after their graduation date. After one year, they can access all web-site
services including jobs.sheridan (our on-line job posting system).
Method of
Instruction:
Equipment
Availability:
Instructor
Qualifications:
Courses are instructor-led. Students will engage in a variety of applied learning
and experiential activities and will complete multiple industry projects.
Students will have access to computers in open access computer labs.
College faculty are hired based on a combination of industry experience and
academic qualifications. Most full-time faculty have relevant Master’s degrees
and/or professional certifications where applicable to their field of expertise.
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Faculty are provided with opportunities to engage in professional development to
ensure currency in their field as well as proficiency in teaching adults.
All Sheridan’s programs are designed and kept up to date with input from
Program Advisory Committees that include representation from employers and
industry organizations.
Curriculum Design:
Network for Innovation & Leadership in Education at Sheridan (NILES) at
Sheridan oversees the design of new programs and courses and maintains a
schedule of program review to keep programs up to date.
Students have the opportunity to complete a formal evaluation of the course and
instructor at the end of each course.
Evaluation of
Instructors,
Courses and
Programs:
Physical Facilities:
In addition, students can participate in the Student Satisfaction Survey to evaluate
their program.
Public colleges must survey students, graduates and employers as mandated by
the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities to obtain information on Key
Performance Indicators (KPIs). Please visit: Sheridan Home Page, About
Sheridan, Sheridan at a Glance, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Sheridan classrooms and campus facilities are accessible and are designed to
support a wide range of applied learning activities. Classrooms and labs are
equipped with modern technology, including digital AV teaching and learning aids.
At the Davis and Trafalgar Road campuses, gyms and fitness centres, full-service
cafeterias, modern learning resource centres and vibrant student centres
contribute to supporting student learning and life. Both campuses have attractive
grounds that provide a relaxing counterpoint to the hustle and bustle of student
activity.
As a public college, Sheridan is able to offer a full range of student services and
supports:
Athletics and Recreation
Additional
Supports and
Resources
Available:
Career Centre (job search assistance): available for one year following graduation
Counselling and Special Needs Services
Disability Services
Library Services
Peer Tutoring and Mentoring
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Health Services
Student Advisement Centre
Student Union
Special
Accommodations:
Sheridan’s Accessible Learning Services office facilitates equal access for eligible
students with disabilities by coordinating reasonable academic accommodations
and support services. Accommodation plans and services are tailored to
correspond with the disability related needs of each student and are determined
based on the documentation provided and program specific requirements.
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PROGRAM OUTLINE
Course
Requirements:
Course code:
Course Name:
Hours /
week:
Semester 1:
ENGI 19473
Applied Electricity
4
ENGI 16434
Electronic Fabrication
4
PROG 10082
Object Oriented Programming 1 – Java
6
INFO 16029
Problem Solving/Programming Logic
3
MATH 17688
Mathematics 1
3
TOTAL HOURS PER WEEK
20
ENGI 10701
Digital Principles
4
ENGI 27907
Electronics Devices and Circuits
4
PROG 24178
Object Oriented Programming 2 – Java
6
SYST 13416
Linux/Unix Operating Systems
3
MATH 24376
Applied Calculus
3
SCIE 16048
Technology: Apocalypse or Eden
3
TOTAL HOURS PER WEEK
23
DBAS 27198
Database Design and Implementation
4
ENGI 25327
Electronic Circuits
4
PROG 28263
Internet Site Development – Java
6
SYST 26671
Computer Architecture
3
ENGI 14322
Electronic Drafting and CAD
2
Semester 2:
Semester 3:
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ELECTIVE
Cross College General Education
3
COWT 10022
Cooperative Education Forum
1
TOTAL HOURS PER WEEK
22
DBAS 32100
RDBMS Application Development
3
ENGI 22245
Microprocessors
4
PROG 20707
C Programming
4
INFO 20172
IT Project Management Using PMP
3
SYST 20261
Applied Operating Systems Design
3
ELECTIVE
Cross College General Education
3
TELE 13167
Communications - Local Area Networks
1
TOTAL HOURS PER WEEK
23
Semester 4:
**Note: Courses Subject to Change
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
COURSE
Applied Electricity
Code: ENGI 19473
Hours / wk: 4
This course is designed to provide a working knowledge of electricity for Electromechanical
Engineering Technicians and Technologists. Emphasis will be placed on fundamentals with
laboratories designed to develop wiring skills, knowledge of basic electrical safety, and an
understanding of the nature of electricity. Complementary laboratory work will include the use of
analog and digital meters, and DC power supplies. Initially, fundamental topics in basic electricity,
magnetism, electrical measurement and DC electric circuits will be studied. Students will then
investigate applications such as electrical energy conversion, digital/analog electronic
instrumentation, classical circuit theorems to calculate currents and voltages in resistive
networks, and power and efficiency in small systems. Basic inductive and capacitive components
will be studied. Periodic waveforms and AC voltage, current, power, and ac transformers will be
studied briefly.
COURSE
Electronic Fabrication
Code: ENGI 16434
Hours / wk: 4
In this course, the students will build leads, a regulated power supply, a logic board, and a printed
circuit board. The leads, power supply, and logic board will be used throughout the remainder of
the technician and technology programs. Students will learn about laboratory safety procedures,
tools, component codes, replacement guides, electronic symbols, troubleshooting, and
construction techniques. The reading of schematic diagrams will be introduced. Students will be
required to buy hand tools, the parts for the projects, and a parts kit to be used for experiments
throughout the rest of the program.
COURSE
Object Oriented Programming 1 - Java
Code: PROG 10082
Hours / wk: 6
This course introduces students to the basic concepts of an object-oriented programming
language. Assuming no programming experience, this course will introduce the student to
language syntax, object-oriented concepts as well as design considerations when generating a
programming solution to a given problem. The student will learn how to use the procedural
programming control statements, built-in data types of the language plus learn predefined
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classes. Emphasis will be placed on the syntax of the language relating to the management of
objects to solve programming problems, especially as these relate to encapsulation and
inheritance.
COURSE
Problem Solving/Programming Logic
Code: INFO 16029
Hours / wk: 3
This introductory course is designed to help students to learn the logical aspects of computer
programming. Four themes supplement the central thrust of the course: a) Boolean logic and
conditional expressions, b) Control structures and algorithmic problem-solving, c) Problemsolving frameworks for computer programming, d) Basic object-oriented concepts and their
relationship to procedure development.
COURSE
Mathematics 1
Code: MATH
17688
Hours / wk: 3
Students cover fundamental concepts and operations of trigonometric functions of any angle,
vectors, linear functions, graphing of functions, systems of linear equations, factoring and
fractions, and quadratic equations which are necessary for a student in Engineering Sciences.
Emphasis is placed on applying these mathematical concepts and skills to solve technical and
physical word problems. Students are expected to use direct entry scientific calculators
accurately. Graphing and solver software are used to aid students in their application of
mathematical skills to solve word problems.
COURSE
Digital Principles
Code: ENGI 10701
Hours / wk: 4
COURSE
Electronics Devices and Circuits
Code: ENGI 27907
Hours / wk: 4
This is the first in a series of courses covering electronics theory, applications, circuit design and
troubleshooting for the Electronics and Electromechanical Technology and Technician Program
students. The course provides an introduction to the various electronic devices and their
application in circuits. The following topics are studied; diodes and their applications, diode
circuits, special-purpose diodes, bipolar transistors, transistor biasing, small-signal amplifiers and
troubleshooting. As well as learning theory, Electronics and Electromechanical Technologists and
Technicians must also have the practical knowledge which would enable them to: interpret
specifications and circuit diagrams, assemble and wire up circuits, analyse and troubleshoot
circuit faults, and write clear and concise reports. These important skills are learned in the
laboratory portion of the course.
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COURSE
Object Oriented Programming 2 - Java
Code: PROG
24178
Hours / wk: 6
This course extends the concepts of object-oriented programming introduced in the preceding
course. The student will be exposed to topics, including exception handling, inheritance, advance
class building concepts, Arrays and array lists plus GUI programming. These topics will expand
the knowledge base of the student and prepare the student for the subsequent courses in the
program. In addition to the technical skills involved, students will gradually be expected to take on
more of the responsibility for coming up with the design and the solution required to solve a
problem. Students will thus be exposed to the critical thinking skills required to take a problem,
analyse the problem, then come up with a program to solve the problem.
COURSE
Linux/Unix Operating Systems
Code: SYST 13416
Hours / wk: 3
This hands-on course provides an introduction to the UNIX operating system. It covers utilities,
file systems, the shell environment, shell scripts and other scripting languages, other scripts,
online editors and security.
COURSE
Applied Calculus
Code: MATH
24376
Hours / wk: 3
The student studies principles of differential calculus (i.e. Cartesian geometry, graphing,
functions, slope, limits, continuity, derivative), and applies rules (i.e. power, sum, product,
quotient, chain) to calculate the derivative of various types of functions. The student studies
principles of integral calculus (i.e. anti-derivative, integrand, integration variable, constant of
integration) and calculates the indefinite and definite integral of various functions. The student
uses differential and integral calculus to solve a number of practical problems.
COURSE
Technology: Apocalypse or Eden
Code: SCIE 16048
Hours / wk: 3
This course provides opportunities for students to evaluate the effects of technology and the use
of technology in society, as well as on the individual through an analysis of competing visions of
technology. Through interactive lectures, online exercises, classroom assignments, and online
and classroom participation, the course will provide opportunities for written analysis of the work
of Jacques Ellul, as well as to the history of humanism and modern institutions such as the
corporation, science lab and political bureaucracy. Interdisciplinary concepts, such as technique,
humanism, 'creative destruction', and Disnification, will provide the analytic basis of scholarly
investigation in order to avoid the problem of personal speculation. Clear explanation of historical
trends, from the Classical Age to the Modern Age, and from the Physical Economy to the
Knowledge Economy, will put the concepts in context. The course will pose the question of
whether the modern corporation is a technological oppressor or a humanist wealth provider, and
whether individuals themselves are technicians or humanists.
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COURSE
Database Design and Implementation
Code: DBAS 27198
Hours / wk: 4
Students complete the logical design for a database used in typical business applications.
Students design a relational database by creating conceptual models of the data, normalizing
database relations to third normal form and establishing referential integrity constraints. Students
implement the design in a Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS), enter data and
maintain and query the data by using industry standard Structured Query Language (SQL).
COURSE
Electronic Circuits
Code: ENGI 25327
Hours / wk: 4
Students develop skills and techniques such as biasing, DC and AC analysis during this course.
Frequency response analysis, power consumption and circuit optimization are three major
aspects of these techniques. Laboratory work will support and complement the theory portion of
this course.
COURSE
Internet Site Development - Java
Code: PROG
28263
Hours / wk: 6
This course focuses on the concepts, techniques and tools needed to develop powerful, portable
and scalable web domains. The student, either alone or as part of a group, will develop programs
and systems involving Java server-side technologies, relational or object-relational databases
and client-side scripting. Issues key to internet software development such as internet protocols,
browser/server function and website design will also be discussed. Students, using objectoriented techniques, are expected to complete a major project involving the creation of a web
domain employing rich clients, Java server-side technologies and relational database access.
COURSE
Computer Architecture
Code: SYST 26671
Hours / wk: 3
Computer architecture is concerned with the structure and behaviour of the various functional
modules of the computer and how they interact to provide the processing needs of the user. In
particular, this course starts with the structure of von Neumann computers and progresses
through the various generations of computers to the principles that govern today's computer
architecture. Students will be expected to write assembler language programs some of which will
include systems programming structures and constructs.
COURSE
Electronic Drafting and CAD
Code: ENGI 14322
Hours / wk: 2
Initially, basic manual drafting rules and techniques will be taught and assignments requiring
manual drafting and lettering of block diagrams and electronic circuit schematic drawings will be
handed in for marking. Manual design, layout, and drawing of printed circuit boards from
schematic diagrams will also be taught and assigned. After the review of manual drafting and
design, the Electronics Workbench / Multisim Schematic Capture and Simulation program will be
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introduced by combining schematic drafting with analogue circuit and digital circuit simulations.
The Electronics Workbench / Ultiboard printed circuit board design and layout software will then
be used to produce printed circuit board drawings and layouts by transferring the appropriate
information from the schematics produced in the Multisim program. Finally, an introduction will be
given in the use of AutoCAD for the production of block diagrams, schematic symbols, schematic
diagrams and electrical wiring diagrams.
COURSE
Cross College General Education
Code: ELECTIVE
Hours / wk: 3
COURSE
RDBMS Application Development
Code: DBAS 32100
Hours / wk: 3
This course deals with querying and maintaining a state-of-the-art relational database, such as
Oracle, through advanced SQL and embedded SQL. It will cover the special features of SQL that
are peculiar to the target RDBMS, programming in a procedural language with embedded SQL,
writing procedures, functions, and triggers. It will expose the user to reports.
COURSE
Microprocessors
Code: ENGI 22245
Hours / wk: 4
This course is an introduction to microprocessors and their applications. Concepts of
microprocess architecture, their operation, addressing modes, instructional statements and
machine language programming are included. A hands-on approach to learning programming is
used, with fifty percent of the course hours spent in the laboratory. The topics learned in this
course form the basis for some of the future courses. e.g. Digital Communications, Micro
Applications, Technical Report, Control Systems, etc.
COURSE
C Programming
Code: PROG 20707
Hours / wk: 4
This course is an introduction to programming with C for electronics students. The course
focuses on all the major control structures and modularity features of the language. Prior
programming experience is not essential though it is helpful. Working with computers in the lab
constitutes a major component of this course.
COURSE
IT Project Management Using PMP
Code: INFO 20172
Hours / wk: 3
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Project management involves projects that are made up of a sequence of tasks and subtasks that
upon completion mark the end of a project. The material included in this course will focus on the
organizational breakdown structures (OBS), the statement of work (SOW), the work breakdown
structure (WBS), work package (WP) and the creation, maintenance and evaluation of a
schedule. Students will be required to develop an understanding of both the theory and practice
of project management including utilization of scheduling, evaluation and communication tools.
COURSE
Applied Operating Systems Design
Code: SYST 20261
Hours / wk: 3
Students investigate the five modules of an Operating System: processes and threads; interprocess communication (IPC); memory management; the file system and the I/O networking
module by using the Linux Operating System. Students apply the principles by writing several
systems programs in C language. This course is offered in Semester 4 of the CST curriculum and
is a prerequisite for several courses in semesters 5 and 6.
COURSE
Communications - Local Area Networks
Code: TELE 13167
Hours / wk: 3
Students will study network concepts and develop an understanding of the relationship between
network hardware, topologies, addressing and operating systems. They will also learn about
other networking issues such as security and internet working as well as the importance of
network standards. Network Administrator functions will also be examined. Students will study
issues related to network resource management including login security, object design and
relationship, as well as file system security. Network Administrator functions will also be
examined using Microsoft Windows 2003.
ADDITIONAL NOTES
All information current at time of publication -subject
to change without notice.