Information Systems Technology

Information Systems Technology

By the time you complete the diploma program, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding and implementing of computer networks and how to design, build, manage, and troubleshoot local area and wide area network technologies. 

Program Courses:

Introduction to Data Communication and Networking:

• Describe computer networks and network media
• Identify major types of network implementations
• Configure the TCP/IP protocol Identify major TCP/IP services
• Describe WAN infrastructures Identify components of cloud computing and virtualization
• Describe methods of preventing security breaches
• Identify components of remote networking
• Identify methods of network management

Computer Systems and Server Administration:

• Explain the fundamentals of Operating Systems in general
• Plan and install an operating system
• Configure an operating system
• Perform performance tuning on a Windows computer
• Configure storage and data access
• Install and configure a Virtual Machine
• Configure security settings
• Perform file and disk management
• Setup multi-boot system
• Configure a Linux desktop operating system
• Use Windows System Restore capabilities to recover the Windows OS
• Customize BIOS and UEFI settings
• Use Windows PowerShell for basic PC management operations
• Start, stop, and disable Windows services
• Manage the PC using the Windows Control Panel
• Install network software
• Configure basic network services
• Manage remote management
• Manage server virtualization
• Manage adapter configurations
• Manage Active Directory
• Manage network security

Website Development:

• Describe the World Wide Web and Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML)
• Create hypertext documents Design web pages using fonts, colors, and graphics
• Design web pages using multimedia resources Design web pages using tables and columns
• Use XML to create web documents
• Design websites formatted using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) Create web forms
• Use tools to provide consistent website design Identify introductory JavaScript features such arrays, loops, and conditional statements
• Implement basic client-side programming using JavaScript for accessing DOM elements and processing form data

Introduction to Programming:

• Explain programming terminology
• Describe processes involved in programming
• Create a program using tools and styling conventions
• Create a program that uses variables
• Create a program that uses input and output Use a debugging tool
• Create a program using decision statements
• Create a program using repetition structures
• Create a program using methods
• Create a program using objects and object-oriented techniques
• Design reusable classes through simple inheritance and interfaces

Introduction to Internet Programming and Web Applications:

• Setup a suitable web app development environment
• Build a basic to advanced RESTful web app back-end
• Build distributed capabilities into an MVC service-web application
• Use common representation/transport/application protocols for distributed systems
• Demonstrate proper team collaboration for application development
• Use collaborative workflow to develop an application
• Use a shared code repository to develop an application
• Construct a valid and well-formed XML (eXtendable Markup Language) document, and constrain it with a DTD (Document Type Definition)

Introduction to Database Management Systems (DBMS):

• Use database tools with an existing database
• Create databases and tables, transaction logs and database snapshots
• Apply data relationships to maintain data integrity
• Create queries that select data from tables
• Compose queries that select and manipulate data
• Design forms to create a user interface
• Explain physical database design considerations
• Create reports to summarize and consolidate data Implement basic security for logins, databases, and objects
• Explore performance tuning and troubleshooting strategies

Linux Operating Systems and Networking:

• Demonstrate competency in using Linux in both command Line and Graphical User Interface (GUI) mode
• Describe the Linux File System Perform administrative tasks with a scripting language
• Perform system administration
• Perform network administration
• Manage a network
• Manage Web content servers
• Perform socket-based communications
• Configure interoperability between Linux and Windows networks

Software Analysis and Design:

• Describe the software life cycle
• Explain project management concepts
• Analyze methods for initiating a project
• Prepare project analysis and plans
• Prepare UML models for software design
• Design software using object-oriented best practices
• Prepare project tests
• Prepare a software project for deployment
• Analyze user feedback to refine a design and grow a system

Check the requirements below to prepare your application to CCTB

Students must be in possession of one of the English Language Equivalencies in the list below.

Language proficiency requirements are admission requirements and may not be waived by either the institution or the student.

Admission Requirements:

• Have a Secondary School Diploma or equivalent or be at least 19 years of age
• Good command of English language IELTS 5.5 or equivalent outlined below
• High school diploma or equivalent from an approved government institution of applicant’s home country, or applicant is minimum 19 years of age
• Students are required to have and use their own personal computer in class

The following are accepted:

• English Grade 12 (from a high school program in Canadian, US, UK, or other English-speaking country)
• Communications Grade 12 (from a high school program in Canadian, US, UK, or other English-speaking country)
• IB (International Baccalaureate) English A1/A2 (HL or SL)
• IELTS: (International English Language Testing System) Band 4.5 or higher
• TOEFL: (Test of English as a Foreign Language) IBT 32-34 or higher
• CAEL: (Canadian Academic English Language Assessment) Score of 30 or higher
  • PTE: (Pearson Test of English) Score of 29-35 or higher
• CLB: (Canadian Language Benchmarks) Level 4 or higher
• TOEIC: (Test of English for International Communication) Score 600 or higher

Information Systems Technology Career Opportunities 

CCTB is committed to providing career orientation, guidance, and ongoing employment opportunities and support. Throughout your studies, you will learn industry-relevant techniques and receive support in securing employment in your desired field. We strive to deliver an outstanding level of support as you enter or re-enter the workforce. 

Studying the Information Systems Technology program will provide you with the skills that you can take into many different roles. Some roles you could consider after you finish the program include:

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This program prepares students for the following career occupations:

• Computer Network Technician
• Data Center Operator
• Internet Website Technician
• Computer Operations Supervisor
• Computer Network Technicians Supervisor
• Data Centre Operator
• Internet Website Technician
• Local Area Network (LAN) Administrator
• Local Area Network (LAN) Technician
• Network Administrator
• Network Support Technician
• System Administrator
• Web Technician
• Internet Site Designer
• Internet Site Developer
• Intranet Site Designer
• Intranet Site Developer
• Network Administrator
• Network Controller
• Network Operator
• Network Support Analyst

Intake Dates:

Jan, May, Sep

Domestic & International Tuition: $15,000 CAD

Discounts: $5,000 CAD

Final Tuition after Discounts: $10,000 CAD

*Additional fees may apply. Textbook costs are not included.

When applying to CCTB, please note that all applications must be submitted online using the Online Application in the link below:

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When applying to CCTB, please note that all applications must be submitted online using the Online Application in the link below:

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1. The work experience is a required part of Information Systems Technology (ISTD) program in which the student obtains practical skills relevant to the learning objectives of the program.

The Canadian College of Technology and Business work experience programs allow students the opportunity to combine their strong technical and business knowledge, obtain through the academic journey, with practical skills developed through work experience. The work experience component is a scheduled academic activity in which a student is placed with an organization where their level of skills and experience will be valuable to both the placement host and the student. 

2. The requirements for participation in the work experience are as follows:

• Be in Good Academic Standing, as per the CCTB Academic Standing, Promotion, and Graduation Policy, and have no outstanding tuition fees;
• Be eligible to work in Canada with the appropriate Canadian residence permit;
• Submit an up-to-date resume

3. The process by which the student will be placed in a work experience is as follows:

• Eight (8) weeks before Work Experience: An initial orientation session will be conducted by the Career Services Manager to students;
• The Career Services Coordinator (or designate) will set up an initial meeting with the student to conduct career counselling and to collect the student’s updated resume;
• The Career Services Manager will send a list of potential employers to students;
• The Career Services Manager will assist in setting up a maximum of three (3) interviews between the student and employers;
• Students who are unsuccessful at obtaining Work Placement after three (3) interviews facilitated by the Career Services Manager must source their own Work Placement;
• Successful candidates will be offered a Co-operative Work Experience position;
• A Work-Term Agreement will be signed by both the student and the supervisor and collected by the Career Services Coordinator (or designate).

4. The Canadian College of Technology and Business, the student, and the host organization will enter into a written agreement (the Work-Term Agreement) detailing each party’s responsibilities and the activities the student will undertake during the work experience. A copy of the Work-Term Agreement will be provided to the student before the start date of the work experience.

5. The process by which the student will be evaluated in relation to the work experience component is as follows:

• The Canadian College of Technology and Business will monitor students’ performance during the work experience by reviewing attendance as well as the quality of work assignments delivered through the Bi-Weekly Attendance Report.
• The Work Experience supervisor/employer will fill out a comprehensive Work Experience Evaluation form upon completion of the work experience hours.
• The CCTB Academic Standing, Promotion, and Graduation Policy and CCTB Student Attendance Policy apply in evaluating the student’s Work Experience performance.

6. The student will be provided with at least one written evaluation in relation to the work experience component.

7. The Canadian College of Technology and Business will monitor the student during the work experience by reviewing:

• each bi-weekly reporting period whether the student is attending the work experience;
• each bi-weekly reporting period whether the student is meeting the learning objectives of Information Systems Technology (ISTD); and
• the overall performance of the student through a pass/fail designation in the Work Experience Evaluation Report.