Computer Programmer

Your Career

Canada has about 600,000 people working in information and communications technology, and about half of that workforce is in Ontario where the ICT industry accounts for over $30 billion in sales. Help satisfy the continuing demand for skilled IT professionals. Work as a: computer programmer, junior web developer, junior database designer, junior software tester, customer support analyst, system co-ordinator or programmer, technical sales co-ordinator, or technical support representatives. Graduates also have the skills to pursue advanced training in .NET, J2EE and Oracle that will qualify them to write industry certification examinations.

Our Program

Humber's Computer Programmer program is structured to allow students to complete all academic studies in just four semesters. Due to the demanding nature of this program, a strong commitment is required. As well, students are required to own or have guaranteed access to an Internet-enabled personal computer in their home or place of residence. The curriculum includes computer programming, systems analysis, web development, database management, IT project management and other aspects of information systems. Based on academic performance, students may qualify for an internship/field placement at the end of their fourth semester.

The first year of study for the Computer Programmer diploma program and the Game Programming advanced diploma share a number of courses, allowing students some flexibility when moving into their third semester of study. Students planning to transfer into Game Programming in semester three must contact the program co-ordinator by the end of semester one. Successful completion of bridging courses may be required.

Work Placement

The internship (minimum 280 hours) is optional and may be paid or unpaid. It takes place at the end of the fourth semester. To qualify, domestic students must complete four academic semesters; carry a full course load in each semester; maintain a minimum per semester average of 70 per cent with no failures; successfully complete a work preparation course (WORK 110). Students are encouraged to market themselves to prospective employers and, where possible, to initiate their own placement. Additional details will be provided by the program co-ordinator at orientation. Assistance is provided to all qualified students seeking full-time employment.

Your Future Study Options

Qualified graduates of this program may be eligible to apply their academic credits toward further study at many postsecondary institutions, including Humber. For detailed information, visit our website at humber.ca/transferguide or refer to the Humber Transfer Guide or contact your program co-ordinator.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status
Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U). If English is not your first language refer to the English Language Proficiency Policy in this publication.
Grade 12 Mathematics (MAP4C, MCT4C, MDM4U, MCB4U, MGA4U, MCV4U or MHF4U)
Two Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, U or M courses in addition to those listed above
Applicants who do not possess the required courses may complete admission testing to determine equivalencies. Invitation and booking of admission testing is done using the email address provided on the online application.

Note: Refer to the Selection Procedures for more information

Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.

Fees

The 2009/2010 fee for two semesters was
- domestic $3,152.70
- international $11,730.

For further information, refer to Fees and Financial Assistance in this publication.

Financial Aid

Additional Costs

$50 - computer lab fee (per semester); $1,500 textbooks, course packs, print cards, etc. (over four semesters).

Curriculum

Semester 1
COURSE Code	Course	Credits
COMM 213	Technical Communications 1	3
CPAN 110	Critical Thinking and IT Concepts	4
CPAN 140	Object-Oriented Programming using Java	4
CPAN 150	Numeric Computing	4
CPAN 210	Operating Systems	3
CPAN 240	Web Programming and Design	4

Semester 2
COURSE Code	Course	Credits
COMM 313	Technical Communications 2	3
CPAN 220	VB.NET	4
CPAN 222	Java Application Development	4
CPAN 260	Relational Database Design and SQL	4
GNED 000	General Education Elective	3
HUMA 024	Humanities: An Introduction to Arts and Science	3

Semester 3
COURSE Code	Course	Credits
CPAN 311	Design Patterns and Software Testing	4
CPAN 313	Mobile Programming	4
CPAN 315	Database Administration	4
CPAN 330	XML	3
CPAN 331	Requirements Analysis and Process Modeling	4
CPAN 332	Open Source Programming	4

Semester 4
COURSE Code	Course	Credits
CPAN 410	Project Management	4
CPAN 430	Object-Oriented Analysis and Design	4
CPAN 440	Distributed Computing using Java	4
CPAN 450	ASP.NET	4
CPAN 490	IT Management	3
GNED 000	General Education Elective	3
WORK 110	Career Connections	2

Note: The curriculum for this program is continually modified to reflect current trends.

At the end of the program, an optional internship is available for domestic students who qualify. Detailed information will be provided in the Career Connections course (WORK 110).

Application Program Code: 02361

Diploma