Information and Communication Technology (Post-Degree Diploma)
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Overview
If you already have your bachelor’s degree and are looking to pick up the technical skills for a career in IT, this one-year Post-Degree Diploma in Information and Communication Technology is for you. You’ll be introduced to a number of concepts in IT, including programming, systems analysis, project management and more.
Learn and work with information technology tools
Learn the technical concepts needed for success in this field and have the opportunity to further explore topics with five elective information technology courses. Gain a better understanding of hardware maintenance and advanced computer applications, and graduate with job-ready skills. You’ll get to learn and use communication and information technology tools such as HTML, CSS, C#, JavaScript, Ajax and more.
Graduate job-ready with the Career Boost program
Designed for post-degree students, the Career Boost program prepares you for part-time paid or volunteer positions that complement your studies. You’ll participate in career-building workshops, one-on-one coaching sessions, career fairs, networking with employers, peer-led leadership meetings and more. Once you graduate, you’ll get the continued support, skills and knowledge you need to find a full-time job in your field.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must meet the admission requirements listed below:
- General College Admission Requirements
- Applicants must have an undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada or an equivalent credential from an approved institution of a different country. Any applicant who earned their credential in a language other than English must meet the Douglas College English language proficiency requirement.
Cost
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Program Requirements
Graduation Requirements
- Successful completion of 30 credits
- 70% (21 credits) of all coursework must be completed at Douglas College
- Effective September 2024: Up to 50% (15 credits) of coursework used towards a previously received credential can be used to meet graduation requirements (see the Credentials Awarded Policy). Please contact the program coordinator for approval of substitutions.
- A minimum program GPA of 2.00 is required
- Time limit to complete program graduation requirements: four (4) years
Course Requirements:
Required courses |
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Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Introduction to Programming I |
3.00 | |
Multimedia Web Development |
3.00 |
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Advanced Integrated Software Development |
3.00 |
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Systems Analysis & Design |
3.00 |
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Operating Systems |
3.00 |
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TOTAL |
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15.00 |
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Select five from the following options: |
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Project Management Essentials |
3.00 |
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CSIS |
any CSIS 3000 to 4000 level courses, not in the required list above |
12.00 |
TOTAL |
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15.00 |
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Total Credits |
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30.00 |
Program Guidelines
Program Guidelines for previous years are viewable by selecting the version desired. If you took this program and do not see a listing for the starting semester / year of the program, consider the previous version as the applicable version.
More Information
Career Pathways
Career opportunities include:
- C/C++ Programmer
- Computer Engineer
- Computer Network Technician
- Computer Support
- Computer Vision Programmer
- Embedded Systems Designer
- Game/App Developer/Desktop Publisher
- Information Systems Analyst
- IT Consultant
- IT Operations Manager
- IT Projects Associate