Program Overview
This advanced diploma program is designed for those who are interested in developing mobile applications for smartphones, tablets, and the web. Students will learn and apply techniques in writing apps for major platforms common in today’s mobile application marketplace. In addition, students will develop a deep understanding of object-oriented programming principles, cross-platform development both web and native, user interface design, database fundamentals, systems development, and project management, as well as being introduced to game development techniques. Students will gain knowledge and skills in these areas of study:
- Analyze and design mobile applications based on user specifications using object orientation.
- Develop, test, and deploy a variety of native mobile applications for multiple platforms and devices.
- Develop, test, and deploy a variety of mobile web-based client server-side applications for multiple platforms and devices.
- Design, model, implement and maintain databases for both web site and mobile applications.
- Select and apply current and relevant security features for implementation in both enterprise and personal device applications.
- Design, develop and administer mobile applications by applying User Interface design skills and guidelines.
- Coordinate or participate as a member of an agile project management team in the development of basic to complex web-based and mobile applications.
- Analyze, implement and test solutions to performance issues for optimization of mobile website and native applications.
Program Highlights
- Create applications that are in high demand today and in the future.
- Develop high quality applications for smartphones, desktop, and the web.
- Gain valuable experience designing User Experiences (UX – UI).
- Learn to build projects and properly designed databases.
- Learn the fundamentals of game development.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program may find entry level positions in industries that write, modify and integrate software - both web and native - for mobile application devices, internet-based applications, and in other information technology and systems roles. Employment opportunities may be found in computer software and mobile applications development firms, information technology consulting firms, business environments, corporate training development organizations, and information technology units throughout the private and public sectors.
Admission Requirements
OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level.
Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.
Courses
The curriculum below is for incoming students:
Semester 1
Code |
Title |
Credits |
MAD102
|
Introduction To Programming
|
4
|
MIT201
|
Law & Ethics In The Digital Age
|
3
|
Semester 3
Code |
Title |
Credits |
MAD303
|
Web Applications With PHP & MYSQL
|
4
|
MAD304
|
Object-Oriented Analysis & Design
|
4
|
MAD307
|
Javascript Frameworks
|
3
|
MAD503
|
Portfolio Development
|
3
|
Semester 4
Code |
Title |
Credits |
MAD403
|
Advanced Web Applications With PHP & MYSQL
|
4
|
WEB407
|
Web Communications Project I
|
3
|
MAD432
|
Fundamentals Of iOS Development I
|
4
|
MAD411
|
Fundamentals Of Android Development I
|
4
|
Semester 5
Code |
Title |
Credits |
MAD512
|
Cross Platform Development
|
3
|
MAD506
|
Fundamentals Of Game Development I
|
4
|
MAD532
|
Fundamentals Of iOS Development II
|
4
|
MAD511
|
Fundamentals of Android Development II
|
5
|
Optional Co-Op Work Terms
Semester 6
Code |
Title |
Credits |
MAD622
|
Mobile Application Capstone Project
|
5
|
MAD606
|
Fundamentals Of Game Development II
|
4
|
MAD613
|
Advanced Programming Concepts
|
4
|
MAD609
|
Cloud Server Administration
|
4
|
WEB615
|
New Technologies And Trends
|
4
|
Past Cohorts:
Semester 1
Code |
Title |
Credits |
WEB110 |
HTML And CSS |
4 |
MAD102 |
Introduction To Programming |
4 |
MAD101 |
Working With Graphics |
4 |
MAD100 |
Java Programming I |
5 |
MAD103 |
Data Fundamentals |
3 |
MIT201 |
Law & Ethics In The Digital Age |
3 |
Semester 2
Code |
Title |
Credits |
WEB205 |
PHP Basics |
4 |
WEB210 |
Web Design /CSS |
4 |
WEB230 |
Javascript I |
4 |
MAD200 |
Java Programming II |
4 |
MAD205 |
Android Development I |
4 |
ELEC1030 |
Choose 1 Elective Course |
3 |
Semester 3
Code |
Title |
Credits |
MAD303 |
Web Applications With PHP & MYSQL |
4 |
MAD304 |
Object-Oriented Analysis & Design |
4 |
MAD300 |
Java Programming III |
4 |
MAD305 |
Android Development II |
4 |
MAD310 |
iOS Development I |
5 |
Semester 4
Code |
Title |
Credits |
MAD403 |
Advanced Web Applications With PHP & MYSQL |
4 |
MAD400 |
Frameworks |
4 |
MAD405 |
Android Development III |
4 |
MAD410 |
iOS Development II |
4 |
ELEC1030 |
Choose 1 Elective Course |
3 |
MAD401 |
C# Programming |
3 |
Semester 5
Code |
Title |
Credits |
MAD402 |
UI Fundamentals |
4 |
MAD512 |
Cross Platform Development |
3 |
MAD506 |
Fundamentals Of Game Development I |
4 |
MAD503 |
Portfolio Development |
3 |
MAD510 |
iOS Development III |
4 |
MADCOOP1 |
Co-Op Work Term I |
0 |
MADCOOP2 |
Co-Op Work Term II |
0 |
MADCOOP3 |
Co-Op Work Term III |
0 |
Semester 6
Code |
Title |
Credits |
WEB615 |
New Technologies And Trends |
4 |
MAD601 |
Mobile Application Project |
4 |
MAD606 |
Fundamentals Of Game Development II |
4 |
ELEC1030 |
Choose 1 Elective Course |
3 |
ENT500 |
Entrepreneurship |
3 |
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
Mobile Applications Development (Ontario College Advanced Diploma) (MTCU Code 61916)
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Analyze and design software applications based on user specifications and object-oriented programming techniques.
- Develop, test, and deploy a variety of software applications for multiple platforms and devices.
- Develop, test and deploy a variety of mobile web-based client server-side applications for multiple platforms and devices.
- Design, model, implement and maintain databases for both web-based and mobile applications.
- Comply with and promote adherence to relevant laws, industry standards, guidelines and best practices.
- Select and apply current and relevant security features for implementation in both web and mobile applications.
- Design, develop and administer mobile applications by applying User Interface design skills and guidelines.
- Coordinate or participate as a member of an agile project management team in the development of basic to complex web-based and mobile applications.
- Analyze, implement and test solutions to performance issues for optimization of mobile web-based and native applications.
- Promote a culture of inclusion for accessibility in the design and implementation of web-based and mobile applications.
- Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development that will lead to enhanced work performance and career opportunities, and keep pace with industry changes.