About Computer Programmer in Lambton College
The Computer Programmer program offers students the opportunity to study the most current trends in website development, computer programming, database design and development, mobile development, and web technologies. In addition, general education, business, and communication courses help students expand their organizational, project management, critical thinking and communication skills. Major coursework provides a hands-on environment allowing students to evaluate, design, and implement software applications for the three-tier client, server, and database environment.
The widespread use of computer technology in all spheres – from manufacturing, construction, education, health and financial industries means that Computer Programmers, often referred to as Software Developers, are the key people shaping the solutions of today and tomorrow.
Students study Microsoft C# and Oracle Java programming languages as well as the Oracle and IBM DB2 databases. Graduates have the ability to use problem solving and critical thinking skills to analyze business and industry requirements and design, develop and implement real life database-driven enterprise web applications.
Computer Programmer has an optional co-op component where students with a GPA of 2.8 or greater may have an opportunity to enhance their classroom learning in a real world industry environment. Graduates are prepared for entry-level careers in the information technology field. Students unable to secure a co-op are still able to graduate. In addition, graduates have several options to continue their education through pathway agreements to university degree programs or college post-graduate certificate studies.
Employment Opportunities
Our graduates pursue a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities that are dynamic and challenging, offering a competitive rate of compensation. Courses in the program are part of rapidly emerging technologies that prepare graduates for careers as computer programmers, software developers, programmer analysts, mobile application developers, information systems specialists, web developers, client/server applications developers and support specialists. Graduates acquire sufficient foundation to allow them to advance in a variety of career paths appropriate to their interests and abilities.
Admission-Related Requirements
- O.S.S.D. or equivalent with:
- Six level 4 courses from the U or M stream and an overall average of 70% minimum including:
- Grade 12 English U (minimum grade of 65% required).
- Grade 12 Mathematics (C, U, or M level)
- Grade 12 Biology U SBI4U (minimum combined average of 70% for chemistry and biology).
- Grade 12 Chemistry U SCH4U (minimum combined average of 70% for chemistry and biology).
English language requirements
- Proof of English Proficiency Test Scores.
- IELTS : 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: 69
Lambton College Highlights
| University type |
Public |
| Rank |
#1 in research colleges in Canada |
| No. of Campuses |
5 (including 2 international campuses in China) |
| International Applicants |
Over 500 |
| Application Fee |
114 USD3 |
| English Language Proficiency Tests |
TOEFL/IELTS |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships for international students (up to 7,600 USD) |
Lambton College The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
| Types of Expenditure |
Amount in USD, per year |
| Tution Fees |
12,877 USD for 2 terms |
| Residence |
4,104 |
| Meal |
1,824 |
| Refundable damage deposit |
152 |
| Others |
114 |
| Total |
6,194 |
