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Diploma of Computer Systems Technician

Seneca Polytechnic

  • Toronto, Canada
  • 2 years
  • English
  • Hybrid
  • Diploma

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Seneca Polytechnic campus

About the program

A diploma preparing students to develop, Operate and troubleshoot computer and network systems.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop foundational and applied understanding of Ontario College Diploma in Computer Systems Technician. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

  • Computer systems technician
  • Data centre operator
  • LAN administrator
  • Network administrator
  • Network support technician
  • System administrator
  • Help desk administrator
  • Information technology sector

Curriculum

  • Four semesters covering networking
  • Programming
  • Web design
  • Databases and Linux and cloud computing. Further topics are PowerShell scripting
  • AI and machine learning
  • Routing and switching
  • Hardware repair
  • Network security
  • Windows servers
  • Virtualization
  • Customer service and project management.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent secondary diploma with the programme's course prerequisites (for example Grade 12 English C or U)
  • English proof
  • Grade 10-12 transcripts.

Accepted academic background

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent secondary diploma; Grade 10-12 transcripts showing programme prerequisites

Language tests

  • IELTS Academic 6.0 (no skill below 5.5)
  • TOEFL iBT no skill below 4 of 6 (20 of 30)
  • PTE Academic 58
  • Duolingo 105-110
  • Cambridge 169 (no skill below 162)
  • IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Portfolio

How to apply

  1. Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.

Other costs

Tuition per year$17,383 CAD
Application fee$90 CAD
Deposit_

Program details

CampusNewnham Campus
Faculty or schoolSchool of Information Technology Administration & Security
Department_
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteThe source record indicates potential scholarship opportunities. Award amounts, eligibility criteria and intake conditions must be confirmed before applying.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

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  • Program starts

    May 2027

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  • Program starts

    September 2027

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2 years.