Software Quality Assurance Engineering with Practicum
In this multidisciplinary program, students will become familiar with a range of technical skills including Linux; virtualization and cloud computing; Java and SQL, and much more. In addition, students will learn to design, build, and maintain a test automation framework.
Program Description
The Software Quality Assurance Engineering (Practicum Program) will equip you with the skills needed to enter a range of different roles including: Software Testing Engineer, Application Architect, Computer Software Engineer, Software Technical Architect and Software System Integration Engineer. This program is tailored to individuals who are passionate about the technology industry and want to improve their skills to take on new opportunities.
Why study this program?
Studying this program will enable you to develop the knowledge and skills required to become an entry-level Software Quality Assurance Engineering for both SMEs and large-scale organizations.
Campus:Vancouver
Qualification: Post-Secondary Diploma
International:
Domestic:
Work Experience
The practicum work experience placement represents 20% of the overall program duration (210 hours). You will get the opportunity to apply your newly acquired skills within the industry through an unpaid work experience.
Develop your skills and expertise to advance yourself in a successful career
PTIB Approved Program
The Software Quality Assurance Engineering program was reviewed and approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training.
This program is eligible for StudentAid BC (domestic students only)
This program is tailored to individuals who are passionate about the technology industry and want to improve their skills to take on new opportunities.
Information Systems Management
Introduction to Linux Administration
Relational Database Systems and SQL
Cloud Infrastructure Level 1
Cloud Infrastructure Level 2
Object-Oriented Programming Level 1
Object-Oriented Programming Level 2
Design Patterns, Data Structures and Algorithms
Software Test Automation Level 1
Software Test Automation Level 2
Introduction to Web Services and API Testing
Introduction to Performance Testing
DevOps Infrastructure Level 1
DevOps Infrastructure Level 2
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:
The following are accepted:
Software Quality Assurance Engineering Career Opportunities
At CCTB, we offer technical training based on the latest market trends for in-demand technologies. Our expert tutors provide and uphold quality education to the highest standard based on the trending in-demand skills and knowledge.
During the Software Developer program, our students will be taught in a highly interactive environment whilst gaining valuable real-world experience to make them desirable employment candidates.
Completing the Software Quality Assurance Engineering with Practicum program will provide you with skills that you can take into many different roles. Some roles you could consider pursuing after you finish the program include:
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• Quality Assurance Tester: Quality assurance (QA) Testers ensure that they deliver high quality, perfectly functioning software, and web applications to customers. They test and evaluate new and existing programs to identify and help remove bugs, glitches, and other user experience issues.
• Software Tester: Software Testers are responsible for the quality of software development and deployment. They are involved in performing automated and manual tests to ensure the software created by developers is fit for purpose.
• Quality Assurance Analyst: Quality Assurance (QA) Analysts test programs, games and any software to make sure they are reliable, fully functional and user-friendly before they are released to the public.
• Quality Assurance Manager: A Quality Assurance (QA) Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and improving company quality standards. They also analyze data to find opportunities for growth while assisting in the recruiting process and ensuring that employees have met the standards.
• Test Automation Developer: Test automation developers, also known as test automation engineers, are software developers who are responsible for designing and writing programs that run automatic tests on new or existing software.
• Software Development Engineer in Test: IT professional who can work effectively in roles that include development and testing. A Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) takes part in the complete Software Development Process and can understand software development as well as software testing.
The average Software Developer salary in Canada is $77,680 per year or $37.34 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $56,708 per year while most experienced workers make up to $108,000 per year.
Practicum Experience
The practicum work experience placement represents 20% of the overall program duration. You will get the opportunity to apply your newly acquired skills within the industry through an unpaid work experience.
Develop your skills and expertise to advance yourself in a successful career
Intake Dates:
09 January, 2023
15 May, 2023
18 September, 2023
Program Fees:
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International Tuition: $17,400 CAD
Scholarship: $1,500 CAD
Final International Tuition after Discounts: $15,900 CAD
Domestic Tuition:$17,400 CAD
Scholarship: $2,000 CAD
Domestic Discount: $2,880 CAD
Final Domestic Tuition after Discounts: $12,420 CAD
Financial assistance may be available to eligible students under the StudentAid BC program. For more information please go directly to https://studentaidbc.ca/sabc-home-page
*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:
When applying to CCTB, please note that all applications must be submitted online using the Online Application in the link below:
Work Experience Policy
This policy applies to all students who are enrolled in CCTB programs that offer a work experience component (e.g., practicum or co-op).
The work experience is a required part of Software Quality Assurance Engineering with Practicum (SQAP) in which the student obtains practical skills relevant to the learning objectives of the program.
The requirements for participation in the work experience are as follows:
The process by which the student will be placed in a work experience is as follows:
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.
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 the student during the work experience by reviewing:
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People needed to fill positions in the Information Systems field
The city’s growth in Software Developers & Programmers during 2013-2018
Individuals working for Vancouver's technology companies