Program Overview
This program focuses on advanced computer network administration including network security. Computer systems technologists also have project management, systems analysis and design skills. This program will appeal to students with a keen interest in highly complex network systems. Students must have good communication and analytical skills, enjoy problem-solving, and be well organized.
Program Highlights
- St. Clair is an official Cisco Networking Academy and prepares students to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Implementing Cisco Wireless Network Fundamentals (WIFUND), MCSA Administering Windows Server, CompTIA A+ and Security+ certifications (Comp TIA A+ allows for personal computer repair, maintenance and installation).
- Cisco networking lab.
- Active student-run Information Technology Club.
- Students work on a “real world” project team designing and presenting a network proposal for an industry partner.
- Students perform extremely well at Skills Competitions:
- Skills Ontario - IT Network Systems Administration (2023) - Gold medal
- Skills Ontario - IT Network Systems Administration (2018) - Gold medal also receiving an award for having the highest score in a technology competition.
- Skills Ontario - IT Network Systems Administration (2018) - Silver medal
- Skills Ontario - IT Network Systems Administration (2017) - Bronze medal
Career Opportunities
Graduates will have good advancement potential and opportunities for entry-level positions including Technical Support Analyst, Network/System Administrator, and Computer Network Technologist in a wide range of sectors including government, corporations and the public sector. Many graduates become self-employed or independent operators offering computer training, technical support and network administration.
Admission Requirements
OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level plus:
Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.
Courses
Please scroll to the bottom of the list to review the Pre/Co-Requisites.
The curriculum below is for incoming students:
Semester 1
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
|
MAD107
|
Introduction To Programming - Java
|
4
|
|
MTH100A
|
Mathematics For Information Technology
|
3
|
|
MIT313G
|
Law And Ethics In The Information Age
|
3
|
Semester 2
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
|
MIT207
|
Skills Development for IT Professionals
|
3
|
Semester 3
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
|
MIT211
|
System Configuration I
|
4
|
|
MIT403
|
Network Administration
|
4
|
|
MIT123
|
Intro Spreadsheets Using MS-Excel
|
2
|
Semester 4
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
|
MIT311
|
System Configuration II
|
4
|
Semester 5
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
|
MIT642
|
Introduction To Network Analysis And Design, (Network Design)
|
4
|
|
WEB401
|
Cloud Server Administration
|
3
|
Semester 6
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
|
MIT515
|
Network Administration II
|
4
|
Past Cohorts:
Semester 1
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| MIT123 |
Intro Spreadsheets Using MS-Excel |
2 |
| MIT211 |
System Configuration I |
4 |
| MIT155 |
Introduction To Programming |
5 |
| WEB110 |
HTML And CSS |
4 |
| MTH100A |
Mathematics For Information Technology |
3 |
| SSC206G |
Transitioning To Canadian Culture |
3 |
Semester 2
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| MIT146 |
Networking I |
5 |
| MAD103 |
Data Fundamentals |
3 |
| MIT251 |
Linux I |
4 |
| WEB230 |
Javascript I |
4 |
| COM210 |
Introduction To Technical Communication |
3 |
Semester 3
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| MIT311 |
System Configuration II |
4 |
| MIT313G |
Law And Ethics In The Information Age |
3 |
| MIT347 |
Networking II |
5 |
| MIT403 |
Network Administration |
4 |
| MIT502 |
Help Desk Analyst |
4 |
Semester 4
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| MIT450 |
Linux II |
4 |
| MIT420 |
Network Security I |
4 |
| MIT447 |
Networking III |
5 |
| WEB205 |
PHP Basics |
4 |
| ELEC1030 |
Choose 1 Elective Course |
3 |
Semester 5
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| MIT550 |
Linux III |
4 |
| MIT520 |
Network Security II |
4 |
| MIT600 |
Project Management |
4 |
| MIT642 |
Introduction To Network Analysis And Design, (Network Design) |
4 |
| WEB401 |
Cloud Server Administration |
3 |
Semester 6
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| MIT515 |
Network Administration II |
4 |
| MIT602 |
Technical Projects |
4 |
| MIT641 |
Protocol Analysis |
4 |
| MIT517 |
Wireless Technology |
4 |
Your Investment
The standard tuition and compulsory fees for the current academic year:
2025-2026 Tuition Fees
For programs with Experiential Learning (Work Placement/Internship): Costs for accommodation, if needed, travel and related expenses are at the student's own expense. It is recommended for most programs that students have access to a laptop or desktop computer while away from home during experiential learning periods.
Textbooks and other materials are in addition to Tuition Fees. Textbook prices may be found on the Bookstore website.
Tuition and Payment Info Campus Bookstore
Please be aware that tuition and compulsory fees are subject to adjustment each year. The College reserves the right to change, amend or alter fees as necessary without notice or prejudice.
Program Physical Demands Analysis
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Computer Systems Technology - Networking (Ontario College Advanced Diploma) (MTCU Code 60505)
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Identify, analyze, design, develop, implement, verify and document the requirements for a computing environment.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, document and monitor technical problems using appropriate methodologies and tools.
- Analyze, design, implement and maintain secure computing environments.
- Analyze, develop and maintain robust computing system solutions through validation testing and industry best practices.
- Communicate and collaborate with team members and stakeholders to ensure effective working relationships.
- Select and apply strategies for personal and professional development to enhance work performance.
- Apply project management principles and tools when responding to requirements and monitoring projects within a computing environment.
- Adhere to ethical, social media, legal, regulatory and economic requirements and/or principles in the development and management of the computing solutions and systems.
- Investigate emerging trends to respond to technical challenges.
- Analyze, plan, design, implement and administer computer systems and cloud solutions.
- Research, design, deploy, configure, troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade, and decommission computing system infrastructures.
- Select and apply scripting tools and programming languages to automate routine tasks.
- Install, monitor, optimize and administer a database management system in response to specified requirements.
- Design, implement and administer technical support processes for computing system infrastructures that align with industry best practice.
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