The Diploma in Information and Communications Technology is designed to provide individuals already possessing a post-secondary diploma or degree in any field with the knowledge and skills required to work in today's high technology environment. The program will benefit individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, including business, education, technical, and administrative.
The program is offered in a collaborative learning environment with a problem-solving focus. The instructors are experienced and industry-certified by Microsoft and Cisco. The Division of Lifelong Learning is the Cisco Regional Academy for Newfoundland and Labrador; Cisco is a world leader in networking for the Internet.
Two options are available for completion of the Diploma in Information and Communications Technology:
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Option 1. is taken on a full-time basis and is comprised of three semesters and consists of 32 credit hours and one work term.
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Option 2. is comprised of 35 credit hours and can be taken full-time in three semesters or part-time in seven semesters.
The program focus is on four areas: E-Commerce, networking, programming, and databases.
Graduates of the program will:
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Enhance their academic and other credentials with practical technology skills.
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Obtain skills and knowledge that will prepare them to work effectively within a high technology environment.
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Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team.
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Develop skills required to analyse an organization's information and communications technology needs and design a customized solution.