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Computer Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op)

Tuition fee CA$16,618 per year

The fees are for the 2023–2024 academic year and include tuition (CA$15,238), health insurance and ancillary charges.

The fees displayed are estimates only for two semesters and are subject to change.

Registration fee CA$390 one-time

The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$90) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300).

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Accommodation fee CA$1,800 per month

The above fee is an estimated amount for living expenses for one month.

  • Including the cost of food, rent, transportation and other living expenses (varies depending on your living preferences).
  • Estimated living expenses are to be used as a guide only and are subject to change.

More information

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Overview

Through this intensive three-year advanced diploma program, you will gain a solid foundation, combining the three primary branches of information and communications technology: electronics, software development and IT infrastructure.

Seneca incorporates curriculum content from a number of internationally known organizations, including CompTIA and Cisco. In addition, your professors have strong ties with major tech companies, including Microsoft, Bell, Rogers, Keysight Technologies and Freescale Semiconductors, to help you gain exposure to current industry practices and build a network prior to graduation. As a graduate of this program, your knowledge of both relevant equipment and its use will enhance your career opportunities in the computer and information technology fields.

Common First Semester

Seneca’s electronics and engineering diploma programs (including Electronics Engineering Technician and Electronics Engineering Technology) have the first semester in common, allowing for easy transfer between programs before the second year.

Skills

Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

  • Write computer programs
  • Programming languages including C, C++, C#, Java and Python
  • Computer hardware assembly and troubleshooting
  • Computer network design, installation and support
  • Cisco router implementation

Professional Certification

This program is designed to meet accreditation requirements mandated by Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists – CCTT, the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board – CTAB and the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists – OACETT.

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate
  • A+, Network+ and Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert

Affiliations/Associations

  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
  • Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)
  • York Technology Association (YTA)
  • Association Connecting Electronics Industries (IPC)
  • Cisco Academy
  • Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association (CWTA)

Optional Co-op

Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment. In most cases, the work term(s) is a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters. In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

Career opportunities

When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options that you can explore:

  • Computer engineering technologist
  • Network administrator
  • Software developer
  • Computer technologist
  • Product development technologist
  • Product support technologist
  • Technical sales representative
Apply Now! May 2024
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Studies commence
May 6, 2024
Apply Now! September 2024
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Studies commence
Sep 3, 2024
Apply Now! January 2025
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Studies commence
Jan 2, 2025

Application deadlines apply to citizens of: United States

Apply Now! May 2024
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
May 6, 2024
Apply Now! September 2024
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Sep 3, 2024
Apply Now! January 2025
This intake is not applicable
Studies commence
Jan 2, 2025

Application deadlines apply to citizens of: United States