Computer Systems Technology - Networking at Centennial College

This Computer Systems Technology – Networking (Fast-Track) (Optional Co-op) program is for students who previously completed a relevant college or university program and wish to receive their diploma in two years (four semesters) by entering the second year of the three-year Networking offering.

This college engineering program prides itself on facilitating an ideal balance between hands-on experience and theory in its Computer Systems Technology courses. As such, students will learn by using state-of-the-art testing and measurement equipment in purpose-built labs to develop a solid foundation in network design and testing as well as project management.

Hands-on activities will include delving inside computer hardware and learning the intricacies of operating systems, exploring current computer systems and networks technology, and assembling and maintaining systems that will empower users in creative, business and communication activities.

The specific areas in which students will develop technical expertise will include:

• Wireless communications
• Data centre/cloud
• Network design, management and troubleshooting
• Converged (VoIP) networks
• Network security
• Administration and management of Windows/Linux systems

With its lessons that centre on the latest technological advances in the ever-growing digital industry, the Computer Systems Technology – Networking (Fast Track) program will ensure students are fully prepared for a challenging career in the world of computers.