Algonquin College has partnered with CDI College, a private career college located in the Greater Toronto Area to deliver this program to international students at their campus in Mississauga, Ontario.
Students who complete their Algonquin College program of study through CDI College will graduate with an Algonquin College credential.
The two-year Computer Programmer Ontario College Diploma program prepares you for a career in software development. The program also specializes in program development strategies (using object-oriented modelling), database design and database administration.
Use leading industry software products such as Oracle and CASE tools. Learn about programming languages such as Java, COBOL, SQL and PHP. Study object-oriented analysis and design, operating systems and coding in integrated environments, and learn how to debug, test, and maintain code.
In your final semester, participate in a software development project working with external clients to gain real-world experience in the programming field.
Graduates may work in a variety of different fields, as almost all sectors of industry require programming and database skills. Fields may include:
Private and public sectors
Healthcare
Education
Commerce
Science
Finance
Production
Information services
Service industry
Human services
SUCCESS FACTORS
This program is well-suited for students who:
Enjoy, and are adept at, strategising solutions to problems.
Are life-long learners ready to meet the challenges presented by rapidly changing technology.
Enjoy working independently and with others as a member of a team.
Are organized in their work and pay attention to detail.