The Network Engineer program prepares individuals to plan, manage and secure the network infrastructure of an enterprise, on the premises, and on the cloud. The program includes knowledge and skill development in business communications and leadership, as well as the essential technical knowledge. The technology focus of this program is network administration, with an emphasis on Windows environments, hardware tools, networking tools and security of the network infrastructure.
The program fulfills the need for trained intermediate level cloud/network administrators and security professionals. With major trends in the IT industry moving to virtualization and cloud services, students in this program will learn essential skills to implement virtualization and securely integrate cloud services in existing IT infrastructures. Program graduates will be well equipped to compete for entry and intermediate level jobs in network administration and security.
Streamline your career in IT by becoming a Certified Information Technology Engineer. Explore job opportunities such as a Technical Support Specialist, Digital Computer Operator, Internet Technician, and earn upto $ 82k per annum. Online application options available, offering practical and applied education.
Program graduates are well equipped to compete for entry and intermediate level jobs in network administration and security. While actual jobs obtained depend on the individual student’s background prior to the program, and their achievements during the program, typical jobs for graduates include:
Earn up to $59.00* per hour as a Systems/Network Engineer
All wages are taken from the Canada Job Bank
Grade 12 or Mature Student Status (19 years of age or more). Students will need to submit a proof of English Language Competency by any one of the following options:
Domestic Students:
– Grade 10 English
– English Language Proficiency Assessment Test conducted by the College (Score of 60% or more)
International Students:
– IELTS 5.5 Bands or More
– CLB Score of 6 or more
– PTE Academic 50 or more
– TOEFL IBT 46 or more
– Duolingo 85 or more
– completion of a 3 credit course in English/Communication from a recognized Post Secondary Canadian Institution or from a country where English is the first language
– English Language Proficiency Assessment Test conducted by the College(Score of 60% or more)
1720 hours, 86 weeks full-time, 108 weeks part-time
Method of Delivery: In-class or combined
Code | Course Name | Hours |
---|---|---|
ITP 101 | Introduction to Computers | 60 |
ITP 102 | Technical Support Essentials | 100 |
ITP 103 | Computer Operating System I | 160 |
ITP 104 | Computer Operating System II | 80 |
ITP 105 | Networking I | 100 |
ITP 106 | Networking II | 120 |
ITP 201 | Virtualization Technologies | 160 |
ITP 202 | Security Fundamentals | 80 |
ITP 203 | Cloud Essentials | 100 |
ITP 204 | Cloud Administration | 180 |
ITP 205 | IT Service Management | 80 |
ITP 301 | Business Communication Essentials | 80 |
ITP 302 | CITE Project | 120 |
ITP 303 | Career Preparation | 60 |
ITP 304 | Network Engineer Practicum | 240 |
Total | 1720 |
# | PARTICULARS | FEE | REMARKS |
1 | Tuition Fee | $17,250 | Domestic Students |
2 | Course Materials | $500 | |
3 | Registration Fee | $250 | |
Total | $18,000 | ||
1 | Tuition Fee | $20,250 | International Students |
2 | Course Materials | $500 | |
3 | Registration Fee | $250 | |
Total | $21,000 |
This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
Western Community College offers a variety of financial aid opportunities to ease students’ stress and allow them to focus on their studies. If you need extra support, we have flexible funding to accommodate all our students, no matter their financial situation.
Our dedicated Financial Aid Officers will help you every step of the way.
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