About Computer Engineering Technician/technology in Sheridan College (Ontario)

Develop your computer engineering skills

Develop high-level programming and computer engineering skills that translate directly to the workplace and are in high demand among employers. During second year Technology you can apply to join paid co-op work terms. Completing three of these terms will qualify you for a co-op Technology diploma.

Fundamental principles to advanced concepts

Sheridan's Computer Engineering program places more emphasis on fundamental math and engineering principles than most computer engineering colleges. Second- and third-year courses focus on advanced computer engineering concepts, ranging from software development to embedded systems design.

Learning Outcomes

Computer Engineering Technology (Advanced Diploma) program learning outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• Identify, analyze, design, develop, implement, verify and document the requirements for a computing environment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, document and monitor technical problems using appropriate methodologies and tools.
• Analyze, design, implement and maintain secure computing environments.
• Analyze, develop and maintain robust computing system solutions through validation testing and industry best practices.
• Communicate and collaborate with team members and stakeholders to ensure effective working relationships.
• Select and apply strategies for personal and professional development to enhance work performance.
• Apply project management principles and tools when responding to requirements and monitoring projects within a computing environment.
• Adhere to ethical, social media, legal, regulatory and economic requirements and/or principles in the development and management of the computing solutions and systems.

Career Opportunities

Computer engineering technology skills are extremely marketable across many industries. Sheridan graduates are particularly well qualified for jobs that involve programmable controllers, data acquisition systems, embedded controllers and electronic instrumentation.

Recent graduates have moved into the following careers:

• Embedded Systems Designer
• iPhone App Developer
• Network Analyst and/or Network Installer
• Network Designer
• Product Development Specialist
• Software Specialist
• Systems Analyst

Academic qualification equivalents

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, include one English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U), minimum 60%

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS       :    6 – Overall Band Score with no Band below 5.5
• TOEFL      :    80 (20L,W,S,R) iBT (Internet-based TOEFL) or 550 Paper-based
• PTE A       :    58 - Overall Minimum Score  (49L,W,S,R)

Sheridan College (Ontario) Highlights

Sheridan College (Ontario) The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Though the cost of attendance for a student studying at Sheridan College would vary as per standard of living and choices of an individual, however, the estimated average cost for an academic year is tabulated below: