Innovation is the rule in computer Engineering Technology, and it's the hallmark of the computer engineering diploma program at Sheridan. We provide hands-on experience and a problem-solving approach to computer engineering technology, teaching students to find creative, outside-the-box solutions to real-world computer engineering problems.
You'll develop high-level programming and computer engineering skills that translate directly to the workplace and are in high demand among employers. During third year, you can apply for one of three paid co-op work terms, gaining professional experience to augment your studies.
Fundamental Principles to Advanced Concepts
Sheridan's Computer Engineering program places more emphasis on fundamental math and engineering principles than most computer engineering colleges. Second- and third-year courses focus on advanced computer engineering concepts, ranging from software development to embedded systems design. You'll learn to:
- Design, implement, and maintain the architecture for computer systems and networks
- Create process control, data acquisition, and data management solutions
- Integrate networking technologies with information systems
- Work with microcontrollers, wireless systems, and other consumer-product technologies
- Design and manage information servers
ÿThe three paid co-op work terms occur in the second andÿthird year. A separate application process is required; see Cooperative Education f details.
Professional Affiliations and More
Because these programs are nationally accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board, graduates may seek professional certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT).
Sheridan's Computer Engineering program employs mobile computing, so you'll have 24/7 access to lecture notes and other subject material, on campus and off. After graduation, students can apply for entry to Sheridan's Bachelor of Applied Information Sciences (BAISc) (Information Systems Security) Program.
Computer Engineering Technology Technician courses are held at the Davis Campus in Brampton, Ontario.
Computer engineering technology skills are extremely marketable across many industries. Sheridan graduates are particularly well qualified for jobs that involve programmable controllers, data acquisition systems, embedded controllers and electronic instrumentation. However, they will find employment opportunities wherever a technologist is required with multiple skills in programming and hardware integration.
Graduates may obtain employment as:
- Embedded Systems Designers
- Network Analysts and/or Network Installers
- Systems Analysts
- Network Designers
- Software Specialists
- Product Development Specialists
- Programmers
With experience, graduates may move into management and supervisory positions.
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:
- One English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U)
Plus
- Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology (MCT4C) or Grade 11 Functions (MCF3M) or
Grade 11 Functions and Relations (MCR3U) or any Grade 12 (U) Mathematics
or
Mature student status. (See "Admissions" section for details)
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements will be invited to complete pre-admission tests in mathematics and English. Applicants asked to take the test are considered for admission to Term 1 contingent on receiving a minimum grade of 60% in both the pre-admission mathematics/English tests.
Applicants who are lacking the mathematics admission requirements for this program may be admitted into this program with an additional course completed in their first year at Sheridan.
Applicant Selection
Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of their previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses), and/or results of pre-admission testing.
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.
Admission at an Advanced Level (Direct Entry)
Students may apply for admission at an Advanced Level (Direct Entry) to Year 2 of this program if they have relevant credits from a university or college. Students may have to complete certain courses from Year 1 prior to graduation.
| CODE |
TITLE |
CREDITS |
| |
|
|
| TERM 1 |
|
|
| ENGI 12578 |
Electricity 1 |
4 |
| ENGI 16434 |
Electronic Fabrication |
4 |
| PROG 10082 |
Object Oriented Programming 1 - Java |
6 |
| INFO 16029 |
Problem Solving/Programming Logic |
3 |
| MATH 17688 |
Mathematics 1 |
3 |
| |
|
|
| Total: |
|
20 |
| |
|
|
| TERM 2 |
|
|
| ENGI 10701 |
Digital Principles 1 |
4 |
| ENGI 27907 |
Electronic Devices/Circuits |
4 |
| PROG 24178 |
Object Oriented Programming 2 - Java |
6 |
| SYST 13416 |
Linux/Unix Operating Systems |
3 |
| MATH 24376 |
Applied Calculus |
3 |
| SCIE 16048 |
Technology: Apocalypse or Eden |
3 |
| |
|
|
| Total: |
|
23 |
| |
|
|
| TERM 3 |
|
|
| DBAS 27198 |
Database Design and Implementation 1 |
4 |
| ENGI 21917 |
Digital Principles 2 |
4 |
| PROG 28263 |
Internet Site Development - Java |
6 |
| SYST 26671 |
Computer Architecture |
3 |
| ENGI 14322 |
Electronic Drafting and CAD |
2 |
| ELECTIVE |
Cross College General Education |
3 |
| COWT 10022 |
Cooperative Education Forum |
1 |
| |
|
|
| Total: |
|
23 |
| |
|
|
| COWT 19999 |
Co-op Work Term 1 |
7 |
| |
|
|
| TERM 4 |
|
|
| DBAS 32100 |
RDBMS Application Development |
3 |
| ENGI 22245 |
Microprocessors |
4 |
| PROG 20707 |
C Programming |
4 |
| SYST 20261 |
Applied Operating Systems Design |
3 |
| INFO 20172 |
IT Project Management Using PMP |
3 |
| TELE 13167 |
Data Communications - Local Area Network |
3 |
| ELECTIVE |
Cross College General Education |
3 |
| |
|
|
| Total: |
|
23 |
| |
|
|
| COWT 20799 |
Co-op Work Term 2 |
7 |
| |
|
|
| TERM 5 |
|
|
| TELE 33324 |
Data Network Design and Configuration - Routers and Switches |
3 |
| ENGI 22637 |
Microcontroller Applications |
3 |
| ENGI 38263 |
Analog Circuits |
4 |
| SYST 20016 |
Systems Integration and Documentation |
3 |
| INFO 34717 |
Capstone Project Research Prep |
1 |
| ENGI 27230 |
Programmable Controllers |
3 |
| ENGI 30199 |
Data Acquisition and Control |
3 |
| |
|
|
| Total: |
|
20 |
| |
|
|
| COWT 39207 |
Co-op Work Term 3 |
7 |
| |
|
|
| TERM 6 |
|
|
| ENGI 30000 |
Embedded Systems Applications |
3 |
| INFO 24178 |
Computer Network and Security |
3 |
| ENGI 30123 |
Wireless Communications |
4 |
| PROG 31632 |
iPhone Application Development |
3 |
| INFO 30001 |
Capstone Project |
6 |
| ELECTIVE |
Cross College General Education |
3 |
| |
|
|
| Total: |
|
22 |
Note: Courses subject to change.
Students who begin Term 1 in January will complete Term 2 in the summer and Term 3 in the fall semester. Both programs will break for one semester after Term 3.