The Bachelor of Computing and Network Communications co-op program provides a truly unique educational experience. Offered jointly by Sheridan and Brock University, this four-and-a-half-year program combines academic study with hands-on technical instruction in network communications, plus paid co-op work experience. By integrating theoretical and practical learning into a single package, this program offers unmatched preparation for a career in network technology and communications.
There is increasing demand for professionals who combine software development skills with expertise in communications technology and network analysis, security and administration. The Bachelor of Computing and Network Communications degree from Sheridan and Brock University is tailor-made for this growing niche in the job market.
Two Institutions, One Great Education
You'll attend classes at both institutions, experiencing the stimulating university environment at Brock, as well as the personal attention and hands-on approach that distinguishes Sheridan as Canada's pre-eminent polytechnic.
Students spend one-and-a-half years in the classroom, studying the fundamentals of computer programming, algorithms and data structures. Beginning in Year 2 the curriculum places increasing emphasis on communications technology and network communications, including advanced subject matter such as:
- Internet protocol engineering (IPE)
- Public carrier systems
- Enterprise networking
- Applied security
- Database modeling and implementation
Co-op work placements begin during Year 3 and are facilitated through Sheridan. Students must meet academic performance standards to qualify. In addition to providing valuable work experience and professional contacts, the co-op placements provide income to defray the cost of education.
Computing and Network Communications courses are taught at the Trafalgar Road Campus in Oakville, Ontario, and at Brock University in St. Catharines, Ontario.
Brock graduates enjoy the highest rate of employment among all Ontario universities at 98.2%, while graduates of Sheridan's Telecommunications Technology program have experienced a 100% employment rate upon graduation. There are many career opportunities for graduates of the Computing and Network Communications program including:
- Information systems manager
- Programmer/Application developer
- Network architect
- Network security officer
- IT project manager
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet the admission requirements of Brock University. There is no separate application to Sheridan. Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of Brock's assessment of their academic achievement.
Copies of the Brock University Calendar are available through:
Brock University
Office of the Registrar
500 Glenridge Avenue
St. Catharines, Ontario
L2S 3A1
905-688-5550
Email: admissns@brocku.ca
Application for admission to the program must be made to Brock University through the Ontario Universities Application Centre: www.ouac.on.ca
| CODE |
TITLE |
CREDITS |
| |
|
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| Year 1 taken at Brock University |
|
| |
|
|
| Year 2 Fall/Winter session taken at Brock university |
|
| |
|
|
| Year 2 Spring/Summer session taken at Sheridan |
|
| TELE 28648 |
IP Engineering 1 |
3 |
| TELE 20049 |
Network Service Applications |
3 |
| TELE 20199 |
Enterprise Networking 2 |
6 |
| Elective |
Breadth Elective 2 |
3 |
| Elective |
Breadth Elective 2 |
3 |
|
|
|
| Total: |
|
18 |
| |
|
|
| Year 3 - Fall Session - Co-op Workterm facilitated by Sheridan |
|
| |
|
|
| Year 3 Winter Session taken at Sheridan |
|
| TELE 31831 |
IP Engineering 2 |
6 |
| TELE 38525 |
Network Operations with Active Directory |
6 |
| TELE 35376 |
Public Carrier Systems |
3 |
| INFO 34717 |
Capstone Project Research Prep |
1 |
| DBAS 14444 |
Structured Database Modelling |
3 |
| |
|
|
| Total: |
|
19 |
| |
|
|
| Year 3 Spring/Summer Session Co-op Workterm 2 facilitated by Sheridan |
|
| |
|
|
| Year 4 Fall Session taken at Sheridan |
|
| SYST 39207 |
Operating Systems Design |
3 |
| PROG 40000 |
Unix Systems Programming |
6 |
| INFO 30001 |
Capstone Project |
6 |
| DBAS 17370 |
Database Implementation and Management |
3 |
| SYST 28515 |
Systems Analysis and Design |
3 |
| |
|
|
| Total: |
|
21 |
| |
|
|
| Year 4 Winter session taken at Brock University |
|
| |
|
|
| Year 5 Fall Session taken at Sheridan |
|
| TELE 31063 |
IP Engineering 3 |
6 |
| TELE 33776 |
Applied Security Principles |
6 |
| TELE 34660 |
Topics in Advanced Networking |
6 |
| |
|
|
| Total: |
|
18 |
Note: Courses subject to change.