Advanced Diploma - Computer Systems Technology
- 3 years
- Duration
- 18,350 CAD/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Diploma
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Toronto / Canada
- Location
Program description
Computer Systems Technology is a three-year curriculum that was developed with substantial input from relevant industries and includes two elective specialties.
- The Networking specialization focuses on network security, voice-over-IP (VoIP) and wireless LANs.
- The Systems specialization focuses on mail server administration, content management systems (Collaboration), database administration and computer security.
Infrastructure virtualization, cloud computing, and IT best practices are fundamental courses in both disciplines.
George Brown College invests in modern networking, wireless, radio frequency, VoIP, and security lab equipment to give students hands-on experience installing and configuring equipment from small offices to enterprise-class hardware and software. Cisco recognized this commitment and the college's hands-on teaching atmosphere by designating it an Area Support Centre and Instructor Training Centre, making it one of Canada's few Cisco Networking Academies.
Program structure
Semester 1
- IT Essentials
- Fundamentals of Computing Logic
- Introduction to Web Development
- Personal Finance
- Mathematics for Computer Technology I
- College English
Semester 2
- Introduction to Networks
- Linux Essentials
- Introduction to Programming
- Enterprise Desktop Operation Systems
- Mathematics for Computer Technology II
Semester 3
- Network Infrastructure
- Identity Management Services
- Network Automation
- Professional Workplace Competencies
- Linux System Administration
Semester 4
- Enterprise Networking and Automation
- Wireless Technology Fundamentals
- Windows Server Network Infrastructure
- DevOps For System Administration
- Cyber Security Fundamentals
PROGRAM SPECIALIZATION - CHOOSE ONE SET OF COURSES
Students are to pick a specialization in semester five and will be registered in the corresponding courses. Please note that once your specialization is picked in semester five, you will not be able to change in semester six.
NETWORKING SPECIALIZATION
Semester 5
- Network Infrastructure Security
- WLAN Administration
- Enterprise Network and System Design
- Infrastructure Virtualization
- IP Telephony and Streaming Services
- Information Systems Project Management
Semester 6
- ITIL Foundation
- Enterprise Network Management
- Cloud Computing Infrastructure
- Capstone Project
- Broadband and Data Communications
SYSTEMS SPECIALIZATION
Semester 5
- Mail Server Administration
- Power Shell Scripting
- Database Administration
- Information Systems Project Management
- Enterprise Network and System Design
- Infrastructure Virtualization
Semester 6
- ITIL Foundation
- Cloud Computing Infrastructure
- Capstone Project
- Cybersecurity Operations
- System Data Collaboration
Price
Base tuition fee (for two semesters - 1 year):
- 18,350 CAD for international students
Additional fees:
- Application Fee - 110 CAD
- Incidental Fees (student ID, student association membership, etc) - 2,000 CAD
- Mandatory Health Insurance - 790 CAD for 1 year coverage
Requirements for applicants
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
- grade 12 English (C or U)
- grade 11 Math (M or U) or grade 12 (C or U)
English language proficiency
- George Brown English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program - Level 8;
- IELTS (Academic) - 6.0, minimum 5.5 in each skill band;
- TOEFL - 80 (online) minimum 20 in each skill band;
- Duolingo English Test - 105;
- MELAB - 80;
- PTE (Academic) - 54, overall minimum, 50 in each skill band;
- CAEL - 60 (overall);
- Cambridge English Exams (B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency) - 169 or more (with no individual skill below 162).
About the university
George Brown College opened its doors in 1968, welcoming just over 2,000 students.
Since then, full-time student population has grown to more than 30,000. People come to George Brown from across the Greater Toronto Area, the country and the world to develop the skills and gain the real-world experience needed to succeed in the workplace. Since 2004, under current President Anne Sado’s leadership, George Brown has more than doubled in size, broadened international partnerships and increased commitment to strengthening the cultural, economic and social fabric of Toronto.
About George Brown College
The college located in Toronto, Canada. It has three campuses - Casa Loma, St.James, Waterfront, other locations where students attend classes and Student Residence.
George Brown College educates a blend of theory and hands-on experience, prioritizes real-world learning and provides students with opportunities to work alongside industry professionals in applied research and fields education opportunities. Its industry partnerships mean students get the latest trends and tech they can expect in the field. The college offers 170 programs in 7 centers. They include Art, Design and Infromation technology, Business, Community Services and early childhood, Construction and Engineering technologies, Health Sciences, Hospitality and Culinary arts, Preparatory and liberal studies.
Experiental and work-integrated learning oportunities are availabale to students to take part in.
6 reasons to study at George Brown
- Study in Downtown Toronto
- Hands-on, real world experience
- Infromed by industry
- Expert instructors
- Applied research
- Promoting enterpreneurship
