Computer Systems Technology – Software Development
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Three years
MO-559
From web apps and mobile apps to systems analysis and database design, learn to develop the software that everyone wants to use.
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Program Highlights

  • Learn the foundational skills for software application development. This hands-on program covers key topics including a variety of programming languages, web application development, mobile application development, systems analysis, database design, quality assurance testing, technical writing, and communication skills.

What you'll learn

  • Gain experience and knowledge with a broad range of experience in software application development, databases management system and development tools.
  • Explore:
    • Web languages including HTML, JavaScript (Ajax, JSON), PHP, ASP.NET and Node.js.
    • Programming languages including Python, Java and C#
    • Mobile application development for Android and iOS
    • Database architecture using MySQL and Oracle
    • Tools and frameworks including IntelliJ, Visual Studio, Android Studio, MVC, Laravel and WordPress
    • Project management including metrics for optimizing IT projects
    • Internet of Things (IoT) using Raspberry Pi
    • Machine Learning
    • Technical writing and presentations
    • Systems/business analysis

Before you begin first semester in the Computer Science and Information Technology department you can visit our New CSAIT Students page to learn about software you can install and tutorials to help you hit the ground running.

Program Length

3 academic years (6 academic semesters), plus 3 co-op semesters

 Semester 1Semester 2
Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee$8,095.00$8,095.00
Co-op Fees$220.47$247.36
Program Compulsory Fees$0.00$0.00
International Tax Recovery$450.00$375.00
Total International Per Semester$8,765.47$8,717.36
Total 1st Year Fees$17,482.83

 

Language Requirements for International Students:

  • See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
    • TOEFL minimum score of 550 (80 Internet based)
    • or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5

Work Term Capabilities

(which do not reflect individual experiences and exposures)

First and Second Work Term:

  • Web Technologies - HTML/CSS, JavaScript, PHP
  • Software Application Development - Java, C#, PHP
  • Database – SQL
  • Technical Writing
  • Help Desk Support

Third Work Term

  • Web technologies - HTML/CSS, JavaScript, PHP,
  • Software Application Development - Java, , C#, PHP, ASP.NET, WordPress
  • Mobile Application Development- Android
  • Database- SQL, Oracle
  • Technical Writing
  • Project Planning
  • Help Desk Support

Career Opportunities

  • Software Application Developer (Web, Mobile Desktop)
  • Systems/Business Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • Technical Writer
  • Software Quality Assurance Tester
  • Assistant Project Manager
  • Help Desk Support
Co-op Rate 
Range: $14.25 - $26.50Average: $17.00

Your future career options

  • Web/Mobile/Desktop Software Developer
  • Application Developer
  • Systems/Business Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • Technical Writer
  • Software Quality Assurance Analyst
  • Project Manager

Where you could work includes

  • Technical and Information Services
  • Professional Business and Financial Services
  • Health Care Services
  • Manufacturing Services
  • Government and Education Services

Students are required to purchase a 1TB USB-powered Hard Drive.

Program Highlights

  • Learn the foundational skills for software application development. This hands-on program covers key topics including a variety of programming languages, web application development, mobile application development, systems analysis, database design, quality assurance testing, technical writing, and communication skills.

What you'll learn

  • Gain experience and knowledge with a broad range of experience in software application development, databases management system and development tools.
  • Explore:
    • Web languages including HTML, JavaScript (Ajax, JSON), PHP, ASP.NET and Node.js.
    • Programming languages including Python, Java and C#
    • Mobile application development for Android and iOS
    • Database architecture using MySQL and Oracle
    • Tools and frameworks including IntelliJ, Visual Studio, Android Studio, MVC, Laravel and WordPress
    • Project management including metrics for optimizing IT projects
    • Internet of Things (IoT) using Raspberry Pi
    • Machine Learning
    • Technical writing and presentations
    • Systems/business analysis

Before you begin first semester in the Computer Science and Information Technology department you can visit our New CSAIT Students page to learn about software you can install and tutorials to help you hit the ground running.

Program Length

3 academic years (6 academic semesters), plus 3 co-op semesters

 Semester 1Semester 2
Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee$8,095.00$8,095.00
Co-op Fees$220.47$247.36
Program Compulsory Fees$0.00$0.00
International Tax Recovery$450.00$375.00
Total International Per Semester$8,765.47$8,717.36
Total 1st Year Fees$17,482.83

 

Language Requirements for International Students:

  • See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
    • TOEFL minimum score of 550 (80 Internet based)
    • or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5

Work Term Capabilities

(which do not reflect individual experiences and exposures)

First and Second Work Term:

  • Web Technologies - HTML/CSS, JavaScript, PHP
  • Software Application Development - Java, C#, PHP
  • Database – SQL
  • Technical Writing
  • Help Desk Support

Third Work Term

  • Web technologies - HTML/CSS, JavaScript, PHP,
  • Software Application Development - Java, , C#, PHP, ASP.NET, WordPress
  • Mobile Application Development- Android
  • Database- SQL, Oracle
  • Technical Writing
  • Project Planning
  • Help Desk Support

Career Opportunities

  • Software Application Developer (Web, Mobile Desktop)
  • Systems/Business Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • Technical Writer
  • Software Quality Assurance Tester
  • Assistant Project Manager
  • Help Desk Support
Co-op Rate 
Range: $14.25 - $26.50Average: $17.00

Your future career options

  • Web/Mobile/Desktop Software Developer
  • Application Developer
  • Systems/Business Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • Technical Writer
  • Software Quality Assurance Analyst
  • Project Manager

Where you could work includes

  • Technical and Information Services
  • Professional Business and Financial Services
  • Health Care Services
  • Manufacturing Services
  • Government and Education Services

Students are required to purchase a 1TB USB-powered Hard Drive.