Post on 10-Jul-2020
WELCOME TOBCIT SCHOOL OF COMPUTINGFULL-TIME PROGRAMS
- COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY (CST) DIPLOMA- COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (CIT) DIPLOMA- BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY COMPUTER SYSTEMS (BTECH)
MAKE A CAREER OF IT
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COMPUTING IS THERIGHT CHOICE!!!
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COMPUTING IS MAINSTREAMComputing is strategic to virtually every
other fieldEnables you to make a positive differenceDynamic and broad career opportunitiesHigh demand vs low supply
= skills shortage + rewarding careers
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HIGH DEMAND FOR COLLEGE DIPLOMAS
(http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/time-to-lead/job-seeking-university-graduates-give-it-the-old-college-try/article2016162/)
08/08/2011
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BC
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puting Information Session June 24
BCIT COMPUTING PROGRAMS HELPYOU ENTER INTO AND GET ADVANCEDIN A DYNAMIC IT CAREER.
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BCIT SCHOOL OF COMPUTINGFULL-TIME PROGRAMS
CST - Computer Systems Technology Diploma
CIT - Computer Information Technology Diploma
CST Btech - Bachelor of Technology Computer Systems
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ABOUT THE PROGRAMS
Advanced and current technology Curriculum created and updated with strong industry
input to meet current and future trends
Industry Experience Industry projects and co-op education Real-world, hands-on and current industry experience
Flexible Learning Diploma or Degree, Full-time or Part-time
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RECOMMENDED STUDY PATH
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CST DIPLOMA Focused on software engineering / programming Offered since 1966 – well recognized in industry Languages/platforms Java, C, C++, C#, PHP, ASP.NET Windows, Linux SQL, UML
SkillsDevelop application software using programming
languagesBuild desktop and Internet based applicationsManage the software development process
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Choose 1 of the 6 options in second yearClient/Server DatabaseData CommunicationsDigital Processing Information SystemsTechnical Programming
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OPTION SPECIALIZATIONS
TYPICAL POSITIONS FOR CST GRADSStart as a: Software DeveloperWeb DeveloperNetwork Administrator Software Tester and more...
Advance to: Project Manager Software Architect Team Lead Entrepreneur Senior Consultant and more... 11
CIT DIPLOMATrain technical experts in database, system
integration, network administration, web technology and security
Not writing codeBreadth of technologies:Programming language: Java, SQLServers/services: Oracle, Apache, CiscoData standards: xHTML, XML, XSLTFrameworks: ASP.NET
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TYPICAL POSITIONS FOR CIT GRADSStart as a:Systems IntegratorSystems TesterWeb DeveloperUser Support TechnicianNetwork and Database Administrator and more...
Advance to:Systems AnalystSecurity AnalystProject Manager Team Lead and more...
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CST BTECH DEGREEWHY A DEGREE? Industry trend: 50% of current Canadian IT workforce
hold a degree Requires:IT knowledgeAND business / management / interpersonal skills
Median salary of Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer in BC: C$79,0631
Median salary of CST BTech Graduates of 2006 -2008: C$68,6402
Source: 1http://www.payscale.com/research/CA/State=British_Columbia/Salary/by_Job 2http://www.bcit.ca/files/ipao/gp/8200btech.pdf
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ABOUT CST BTECH DEGREECareer enhancing: increase depth of knowledge
and practical skill Include courses in management, ethics and
communications 2 years full-time or up to 7 years part-time 2 Full-time options:
Games development option Network administration and Security
7 Part-time options Program Entry:
CST/CIT Diploma or equivalent Some relevant work experience 15
GAMES DEVELOPMENT OPTION
Suitable for students interested in combining creativity and advanced programming to develop games
Equip students with critical skills in multi-disciplinary areas: advanced programming games architecture graphics and audio design calculus and analytical geometry physics for realistic simulations artificial intelligence 16
PART-TIME STUDIES 11 programs, 120 courses, 5000 students/year Responds promptly to industry needs Laddered credentials in 5 areas
Web Technologies Networking and Security Software Development Database and Information Systems MS Office and Computer Applications
After graduation, PTS courses provide an excellent way to stay current in an area.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN COMPUTINGSoftware Development
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Database Development
Network Administration
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Web Development and MediaTechnical Support
Software Quality Assurance
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Systems Integration Systems Analysis
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN IT INDUSTRY
Sources: workforces.bc.ca and jobfutures.ca23
Career Average Salaries
Size of Occupation in BC
WorkProspects
Computer Programmer and Interactive Media Developer
$61,219 12,060 Good
Web Designer and Developer
$44,224 3,640 Good
Software Engineer andDesigner
$77,284 5,245 Good
Information Systems Analyst and Consultant
$65,873 13,095 Good
Database Analyst and Administrator
$61,334 1,365 Good
Computer NetworkTechnician
$55,554 5,110 Fair
Systems Testing Technician
$47,571 965 Fair
* Information source: www.workfutures.bc.ca or www.jobfutures.ca
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EMPLOYERS’ OF OUR GRADS
WHAT EMPLOYERS SAY ABOUT OUR GRADS“We prefer BCIT grads over other U-grads.
BCIT grads know how to work as a team and to deliver.” - ICBC
“We hire BCIT grads because they have real work experience.” – Habanero
“BCIT grads understand what good work ethic is.”- Antartical Digital
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WHAT EMPLOYERS SAY ABOUT OUR GRADS“The relationship the faculty has established with
the industry is very strong.” – Slant Six Games
“BCIT grads have been very successful within our company… Their expectation is very close to real life.” – Ventyx
“BCIT grads bring practical skills and can contribute right away.” – CIO Association of BC
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MEET GOOD GUY ROBOTS
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Grad: Ranyl Rantog
Games Released: Rum Jump Slash and Codex
WHAT’S HAPPENING TO GOOD GUY ROBOTS?(HTTP://WWW.TECHVIBES.COM/BLOG/A-THINKING-APE-ACQUIRES-GOOD-GUY-ROBOTS-AND-EVERYONE-WINS-2011-06-21)
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BC
IT Com
puting Information Session June 24
THIS COULD BE YOU!
Markus Frind was fresh out of BCIT when he launched Plenty of Fish in 2003; now it’s one of the world’s most popular Internet dating venues (Business in Vancouver July 20-26, 2010)
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COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGYCOMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
HOW DO I GET IN?
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MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. High school graduation2. English 12 (C+) or, Technical & Professional
Communications 12 (C+) 3. Principles of Math 12 (C+) or, Applications of Math 12 (B)
4. Willingness to commit yourself
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APPLICATION CHECK LIST
Apply EARLY - on-line, in person or by mail
Application form and fee (C$60 or $150 int’l
students)
Official Transcripts
Entrance requirements
Proof of registration (upgrading courses)32
BCIT FEES
Commitment Fee $200 on full acceptance
Approx. tuition $2600/term
Textbooks $500 - $800/term (estimate)
Optional Co-op term fee $530
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BCIT 2010-2011 Technology Fee Schedule
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INTAKES
Computer Systems Technology (CST) September or January
Computer Information Technology (CIT) September
Getting full – apply TODAY!
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QUESTIONS?
brian_pidcock@bcit.ca
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