Learn workplace-ready programming languages and practical applications to use wherever your career takes you.
The two-year Computer Programming 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 and learn about programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, COBOL, SQL and PHP. Through the study of object-oriented analysis and design, operating systems and coding in integrated environments, you also learn how to debug, test, and maintain codes.
In your final semester, you participate in a software development project working with external clients to gain real-world experience in the programming field.
Students also have the option to gain real-world experience through two paid co-operative education (co-op) work terms (see Additional Information for more details). Please note that places in the co-op version of the program are subject to availability. Students who elect to apply to the non co-op version of the program may not have the opportunity to transfer to the co-op version at a later date.
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 strategizing 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.