Computer Systems Technology Diploma
Admission Requirements
- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
- English 12 with a minimum 'C' grade, or English Language Proficiency at a minimum Grade 12 'C' level, or equivalent
- Knowledge of mathematics demonstrated by one of the following:
- Pre-calculus 12 with a minimum grade of 'C' (60%) or equivalent
- Foundation of Mathematics 11 with a minimum grade of 'C+' (65%) or equivalent
- VCC Pre Calculus assessment with a minimum grade of 72%
- VCC Intermediate Algebra assessment with a minimum grade of 52%
Program Requirements
In the First Year students complete the foundational/core courses. In the second year students take advanced software development, web, mobile, and Windows PC specialized courses. In the last term, students focus on developing an industry-scale Portfolio/Capstone project as a team.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Foundation Courses) | ||
| CSTP 1101 | Comm & Workplace Behaviour | 3 |
| CSTP 1104 | Computer Systems Admin | 5 |
| CSTP 1105 | Introduction to Programming | 4 |
| CSTP 1106 | Website Development | 3 |
| CSTP 1108 | Applied Mathematics | 2 |
| CSTP 1201 | Intro to Database Mgmt Systems | 4 |
| CSTP 1202 | Intro to Data Com & Networking | 3 |
| CSTP 1205 | Programming in C++ | 4 |
| CSTP 1206 | Intro to Intrnt Prog & WebApps | 3 |
| CSTP 1204 | Software Analysis and Design | 3 |
| CSTP 1302 | Windows Programming | 4 |
| CSTP 1303 | Intro to Client-Srvr Computing | 3 |
| CSTP 1304 | User Interface Design | 2 |
| CSTP 1305 | Algo Analysis & Data Structure | 3 |
| Year 2 | ||
| CSTP 2104 | Windows Interactive App Prog | 3 |
| CSTP 2110 | Intro to Cloud Computing | 3 |
| CSTP 2106 | Intro to Computer Security | 3 |
| CSTP 2107 | Adv Internet Prog. & Web Apps | 4 |
| CSTP 2108 | Mathematics for Programmers | 2 |
| CSTP 2204 | IT Development Project | 5 |
| CSTP 2205 | Android Mobile App Programming | 3 |
| CSTP 2208 | Career Path Search | 1 |
| CSTP 2301 | Emerging Technologies | 3 |
| CSTP 2305 | iOS Mobile App Programming | 3 |
| Total Credits | 76 | |
This guide is intended as a general guideline only. The college reserves the right to make changes as appropriate.
Evaluation of Student Learning
Students are evaluated through the completion of assignments and projects, critiques, and quizzes (both written and performance-based), and meeting course project's milestones and objectives. Most assignments and projects include the process of initial concept stage, work in progress, and final submissions, which can include reflections and client feedback. Professional conduct (which includes collaboration and teamwork, time management, organization, communication, participation and attendance) will also affect the final grade in each section.
To progress through the program and receive a Diploma in CST, students are required to achieve a minimum grade of 'C' (60%) in each course.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
Prior learning assessment and recognition is not available for this program.
Transcript of Achievement
The evaluation of learning outcomes for each student is prepared by the instructor and reported to the Student Records Department at the completion of semesters.
The transcript typically shows a letter grade as a grade for each course. The grade point equivalent for a course is obtained from letter grades as follows:
Grading Standard
| Grade | Percentage | Description | Grade Point Equivalency |
|---|---|---|---|
| A+ | 96-100 | 4.33 | |
| A | 91-95 | 4.00 | |
| A- | 86-90 | 3.67 | |
| B+ | 81-85 | 3.33 | |
| B | 76-80 | 3.00 | |
| B- | 71-75 | 2.67 | |
| C+ | 66-70 | 2.33 | |
| C | 61-65 | Minimum Pass | 2.00 |
| C- | 56-60 | 1.67 | |
| D | 50-55 | 1.00 | |
| F | 0-49 | Failing Grade | 0.00 |
| S | 70 or greater | Satisfactory – student has met and mastered a clearly defined body of skills and performances to required standards | N/A |
| U | Unsatisfactory – student has not met and mastered a clearly defined body of skills and performances to required standards | N/A | |
| I | Incomplete | N/A | |
| IP | Course In Progress | N/A | |
| W | Withdrawal | N/A | |
| Course Standings | |||
| R | Audit. No Credit | N/A | |
| EX | Exempt. Credit granted. | N/A | |
| TC | Transfer Credit | N/A |
Grade Point Average (GPA)
1. The course grade points shall be calculated as the product of the course credit value and the grade value.
2. The GPA shall be calculated by dividing the total number of achieved course grade points by the total number of assigned course credit values. This cumulative GPA shall be determined and stated on the Transcript at the end of each Program level or semester.
3. Grades shall be assigned to repeated courses in the same manner as courses taken only once. For the purpose of GPA calculation of grades for repeated courses, they will be included in the calculation of the cumulative GPA.