Computer Systems Technician (CETN)

Ontario College Diploma | 4 semesters | Barrydowne Campus

Gain the in-depth networking and infrastructure skills to configure the information technology environment in all sizes and types of organizations. You will learn how to install, manage, and troubleshoot networks and internetworks; and local and remote servers.

Program Highlights

• 2 year – 4 semesters

• Cambrian is an authorized Cisco Systems Networking Academy and Microsoft IT Academy

• Courses cover programming, server administration, LANs and WANs, client service, and more

• Graduates can enter directly into the third year of Cambrian's Computer Systems Technology program

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How to Apply

Business and Information Technology

Admission Requirements

For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:

• Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)

• Any grade 12 mathematics (C) or (U) (MCT4C is highly recommended)

Recommended:

• Computer competency in relevant software

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Program Delivery

2023-2024

This program will be delivered in the following terms:

Fall Term Start

1. SEMESTER 1 Fall 2023
2. SEMESTER 2 Winter 2024
3. SEMESTER 3 Fall 2024
4. SEMESTER 4 Winter 2025

Winter Term Start

1. SEMESTER 1 Winter 2024
2. SEMESTER 2 Spring 2024
3. SEMESTER 3 Fall 2024
4. SEMESTER 4 Winter 2025

For specific term start/end dates and other key dates/deadlines, please see the Academic Schedule on our website.

Program of Study for 2023-24 Academic Year 

Plan of Study Grid

Semester 1		Credits
CET 1022	Introduction to Networking	4
CMP 1117	Introduction to Programming	4
CET 1109	Windows Client for IT Professionals	4
ENG 1002	College Communications	3
CMP 1051	IT Essentials	3
One General Education Course. 1		3
	Credits	21
Semester 2
CET 1023	Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials	4
CET 1019	Identity with Server Operating Systems	4
CET 1014	PowerShell	4
MTH 1235	Technical Math and Subnetting	3
IOT 1105	Relational Databases	4
One General Education Course. 1		3
	Credits	22
Semester 3
CET 1024	Enterprise Networks, Security, and Automation	4
CET 1018	Networking with Server Operating Systems	4
CET 1025	Linux System Administration	4
CET 1111	Unified Communications	3
CET 1112	REST API integration with Python	3
One General Education Course. 1		3
	Credits	21
Semester 4
CET 1000	Enterprise Security	4
ENG 1754	Technical Communication	3
CET 1017	Installation, Storage, and Compute with Server OS’s	4
CET 2415	Applied Project Management	3
CET 1106	Private and Public Cloud Infrastructures	4
CET 1034	Advanced Linux Administration	3
ISP 3026	Spreadsheets for Business	3
	Credits	24
	Total Credits	88

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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.

Fees

Tuition and Ancillary Fees

Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.

The cost of books and supplies for Year 1 is approximately $1,100. This is the best information available at the time of publishing to the website and is subject to change.

Graduate Options

Employment Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities as:

• Network Technician

• Network Administrator

• Helpdesk Support

• End-user Support

Furthering Your Studies

Graduates can enter directly into the:

• Third year of Cambrian's Computer Systems Technology program

• IT Business Analysis graduate certificate program

• Project Management graduate certificate program

• Organization Management graduate certificate program

College/University Degree Opportunities

Graduates from this program may continue their studies at college/university and may receive credit for their prior College education.

Refer to College/University Agreements for further information.