Gear up with advanced skills to tackle any tech issue
Gain the in-depth technical and customer service skills you need to manage and solve real-world IT challenges. From cloud infrastructure and wireless access to network security and risk management, you’ll develop expertise in configuring desktop, server, and network operating systems while exploring key programming languages to support automation.
You’ll also build the communication, AI troubleshooting, and project management skills that today’s employers demand.
Cambrian is an authorized Cisco Networking Academy, Red Hat Academy, Palo Alto Networks Academy, and Microsoft IT Academy. Our students regularly earn medals at the annual Skills Ontario Competition. Learn directly from industry experts and gain hands-on experience with a seven-week placement in your sixth semester.
Program highlights
- Authorized Cisco Systems Networking Academy, Red Hat Academy, Palo Alto Academy, and Microsoft IT Academy
- Seven-week placement in semester six
- Learn network security from industry experts
- Join a winning team at the annual Skills Ontario Competition
- Graduates are prepared to challenge industry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP ENCOR & ENARSI, Cisco CyberOps, Cisco Ethical Hacker, Red Hat Administrator, Palo Alto Network Security Professional and Next-Gen Firewall Engineer, and Microsoft certifications (AZ-900, AZ-800, SC-300, MD-102, MS-102, SC-400, AZ-500) that save you thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours
Program of study for 2027-28 Academic Year
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CET 1022 | Introduction to Networking | 4 |
| CET 1109 | Windows Client for IT Professionals | 4 |
| CMP 1065 | IT Essentials | 4 |
| CMP 1117 | Introduction to Programming | 4 |
| ENG 1002 | College Communications | 3 |
| One General Education course 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 22 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| CET 1014 | PowerShell | 4 |
| CET 1023 | Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials | 4 |
| CET 1025 | Linux System Administration | 4 |
| CET 1037 | Microsoft Azure Fundamentals | 3 |
| IOT 1105 | Relational Databases | 4 |
| MTH 1235 | Technical Math and Subnetting | 3 |
| Credits | 22 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| CET 1017 | Administrating Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure | 4 |
| CET 1024 | Enterprise Networks, Security, and Automation | 4 |
| CET 1112 | REST API integration with Python | 3 |
| CET 3120 | Advanced Linux Administration | 4 |
| CET 3115 | Identity and Access Admin | 4 |
| IND 1025 | Indigenous Business Workshop | 1 |
| One General Education course 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 23 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| CET 2415 | Applied Project Management | 3 |
| CET 4100 | Microsoft 365 Endpoint Admin | 4 |
| CRM 1007 | Cybersecurity Operations | 4 |
| ENG 1754 | Technical Communication | 3 |
| ISP 3026 | Spreadsheets for Business | 3 |
| One General Education course 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 20 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| CET 1026 | Enterprise Core | 4 |
| CET 5105 | Emerging Technologies | 4 |
| CET 5110 | Microsoft 365 Administrator | 4 |
| CET 5115 | Info Protection & Compliance | 3 |
| CET 5120 | Automating the Cloud | 4 |
| CET 5125 | Firewall Essentials | 3 |
| Credits | 22 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| CET 1027 | Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services | 4 |
| CET 1218 | Cyber Threat Tactics, Techniques and Procedures VS Enterprise Security | 4 |
| CET 1310 | Azure Security Technologies | 3 |
| CET 3601 | Field Placement | 6 |
| CET 6110 | Risk Management and Mitigation | 3 |
| Credits | 20 | |
| Total Credits | 129 | |
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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.
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)
Program delivery
2027-2028
Fall term start
Semester 1: Fall 2027
Semester 2: Winter 2028
Semester 3: Fall 2028
Semester 4: Winter 2029
Semester 5: Fall 2029
Semester 6: Winter 2030
Winter term start
Semester 1: Winter 2028
Semester 2: Spring 2028
Semester 3: Fall 2028
Semester 4: Winter 2029
Semester 5: Fall 2029
Semester 6: Winter 2030
Specific program pathways
Graduates can enter directly into the:
- Cybersecurity graduate certificate program
- IT Business Analysis graduate certificate program
- Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning graduate certificate program
College or university degree opportunities
If you are a graduate of this program, you may be eligible for advanced standing in Cambrian's Bachelor of Applied Computing (BAAC) degree program. You can also continue your studies at another college or university where you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian's college and university agreement details for further information.
Employment opportunities
Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in educational, governmental, medical, retail, industrial, or other work environments and may obtain positions as a(n):
- Network administrator
- Network designer
- Network installer
- System administrator
- Information systems product support technician
- Network security specialist
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Cloud administrator
Please note: Cambrian College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information on this website. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Cambrian's programs and courses remain relevant. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time.
