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Computer Systems Technology

CREDENTIAL: Diploma
UPCOMING START DATES

Build hands-on skills in design and development of intelligent web / mobile / or general sofware applications using AI-assisted tools while launching your career developing software and solving computer-related issues for businesses, governments, or institutions.

Tuition: 47128*
Credential: Diploma
Length: 2 0 years
Hours: Full-time
Delivery: Class-based
Program Flyer: Download
Campus: Downtown Downtown
Start Dates: Sep
PGWP
Graduates may be eligible for the post-graduation work permit.
PGWP
Graduates may be eligible for the post-graduation work permit.
 

What you will learn

Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

  • Install and configure computer hardware and software
  • Develop software applications for PC, mobile and embedded devices
  • Create computer software using multiple programming languages
  • Develop intelligent web and mobile applications
  • Integrate cloud-based services and solutions in software apps
  • Apply version control and project management skills in software development
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively in team-based development environment
  • Evaluate and implement new technologies in software development

What to expect

The main mode of delivery for the CST program is face-to-face in a lab setting. Instructional strategies include classroom lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, computer labs and hands-on practical work, and online sessions.

Students have access to state-of-the-art modern computer labs with software and tools such as Visual Studio, Azure Microsoft suite of applications and Operating Systems, web and mobile app development tools, and private department servers.

Admission requirements

Program-specific

  • Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
  • English Studies 12 with a minimum 'C' grade, or equivalent
  • Foundation of Mathematics 11 with a minimum 'C+' grade, or equivalent

General

  • Seats are offered to applicants who have met all admission requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis.
  • International applicants must be 17 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
  • Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
  • All VCC applicants are required to function successfully in an English-speaking classroom. English requirements vary by program. For details, visit VCC International - English Requirements.   

Recommended Characteristics

  • Extended periods (4+ hours) of computer work requiring sustained visual attention to screens. Tasks require frequent keyboarding and mouse use.
  • Students are expected to have access to a modern laptop capable of running Microsoft Windows with full privileges. Required hardware consists of at least a quad-core processor and 16GB of RAM and 256GB storage, in order to do their assignments or connect to the lab computers remotely.  
  • Audio/video hardware including webcam/speakers/microphone for participating in classes that have an online delivery mode.

Courses *

Prior learning assessment and recognition

Students may request formal recognition of prior learning attained through informal education, work, or other life experience, including Indigenous ways of knowing. Credits may be granted to students who are able to sufficiently demonstrate the learning outcomes of specific courses.

PLAR is available for the following courses:

  • CSTP 1101 Communication and Workplace Behaviour
  • CSTP 1106 Website Development
  • CSTP 1120 Introduction to Computer Systems
  • CSTP 1130 Python Programming
  • CSTP 1150 Applied Mathematics for Programmers

Students may complete up to 50% of the total credits of the program through PLAR and transfer credit. Please see individual course outlines for PLAR details. Tuition and fees apply to PLAR.

Methods for assessing prior learning may include exams, portfolios, interviews, and other evaluations.

If PLAR is successful, transcripts will reflect an ‘S’ grade (satisfactorily completed), which is not included in grade point average (GPA) calculations.

International Students should contact VCC International Education Advising to learn how PLAR can impact immigration status, prior to proceeding with the PLAR request.

See Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition policy for more information.

Open studies students working in the computer lab
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Fees and other costs *

Tuition deposits are payable usually within three weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.

Tuition Deposit

12100 (10000 non-refundable)

Tution deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.

Fee descriptionFee AmountNotes
Application fee145
Tuition Tuition 47128
Student union354
College initiative236
Materials0 not including textbooks
Campus resource472
Laundry0
Tools (deposit)0
Coverall (deposit)0
Uniform (deposit)0
Medical and Dental 570
Temporary Medical Insurance 149
U-PASS 1080
Graduation45
Program-specific extra fees0
Total

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