This Program is offered at the following campus locations: Online
Description:
The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Certificate program is a collaboration between Northern Lights College, Northwest Community College, College of New Caledonia, and Yukon College. By taking a combination of distance delivery and face-to-face courses from the partnering institutions, students can complete the program on either a full time or part-time basis. This one year certificate transfers fully into the ICT Diploma program.
The goal of the ICT program is to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the theoretical and applied uses of information technology in various business applications. After one year, students will have detailed knowledge of several PC applications and operating systems. They will be able to install, configure and troubleshoot software in both stand-alone and networked environments. Students will also be exposed to various programming, scripting and mark up languages. Students will also acquire an understanding of IT in a business environment, as well as develop customer service skills. Currently we emphasize training in Microsoft® software products.
In order to graduate with a certificate, a student must have successfully completed 30 credits in the certificate program.
Certification: Certificate in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Program Contact: Lisa Verbisky
Dean: Steve Roe
Admission Requirements:
- Math 10 Applications or Principles or Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 with (B) or higher or Career and College Preparation Math 030 Intermediate Math with (B+) or higher (recommend Math 040 Advanced Algebraic Mathematics)
OR
- Acceptable scores on the Career and College Preparation Math Placement Assessment
AND
- English 10 with (C+) or higher or Career and College Preparation English 030 Intermediate English with (C+) or higher.
Where students do not meet the admission requirements, they may with approval, enrol in concurrent upgrading courses while participating in ICT courses which do not require the prerequisite.
It is strongly recommended that students have some exposure to computers before commencing the program (Windows, Applications (Word, Access, Excel) and Internet). It is also beneficial to have some experience with programming.
Program Length (Weeks): 30
Program Length (Hours): 450
Program Intake Start: September
Program Intake Finish: April
Available Seats: 30
Application Deadline: First week of classes. Late entry will be at the discretion of the Dean
Career Prospects:
Computers are in widespread use in almost every work site. Small businesses, municipal and provincial governments, and various non-profit organizations and associations all have this in common; hence, the potential of a career in computer services, support or associated fields is both great and varied. As well as the office environment, computer sales and service companies are in need of qualified technicians to support the ever-increasing demand for computers. A Certificate will qualify students for entry-level hardware technician, network technician or junior programmer positions.
Affiliations:
Northwest Community College, College of New Caledonia, Yukon College, University of Northern British Columbia.
Additional Requirements and Supplies: N/A
Eligibility for Canada Student Loans: No
Required Minimum Grade: Overall average grade of 'C' (cumulative GPA of 2.0 or equivalent)
Residency Requirements: 0% - Current registration available through NLC for collaborative program
Additional Information:
Length of Program:
Full-time students will require a minimum of 2 terms (8 months) to complete their certificate.
Due to the rapidly changing nature of the field of IT, students have a maximum of five years to complete their certificate.
Application Deadline: First week of classes; thereafter late entry into the class will be at the discretion of the Academic Dean or designate, including the prospective student's instructor.
Required Minimum Grade: An average overall grade of 'C' (cumulative GPA of 2 or its equivalent) calculated on all courses counting towards the certificate must be achieved.
Courses: