Advanced Diploma in Computer Programming and Analysis (Co-op)

at Niagara College - Welland Campus Canada

Do you have a strong background in math and science and want to explore a career creating advanced equipment using light?
As a Photonics Engineering Technician graduate you will possess the skills to build, install, test and maintain optical or fibre-optic equipment, including lasers, to create innovative devices for use in the manufacturing, medicine, and telecommunications industries.

Program Highlights:

• Niagara College offers Ontario’s only Photonics Engineering Technician program, with graduates in high demand.
• Hands-on experiential learning in Canada’s largest undergraduate photonic labs and teaching clean-room facility.
• Gain advanced skills in precision optics, electro-optics, fibre-optics and laser technologies.
• Graduates may opt for direct workforce entry or complete Niagara College’s Photonics Engineering Technology program with an additional year of study.

Do you have an interest in developing advanced electrical and electronic equipment to help power new systems?
As an Electrical Engineering Technician graduate you will work closely with engineers on the design and development of the innovative technology used for communications, power systems, computers and monitoring systems in a wide variety of fields.

Program Highlights:

• Gain a solid understanding of electrical power systems, machines and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and benefit from learning about new trends in electrical motor controls, power electronics and renewable energy.
• Receive practical, hands-on experience in state-of-the-art labs.
• Further your studies by transitioning to our Electrical Engineering Technology (Co-op) program.
• Graduates with relevant experience can apply for the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) certification.

Do you see your future in the technology trades but need a little help narrowing down your field?
As a Pre-Technology graduate you will gain a solid foundation in math, physics, and computer applications, and will be ready to pursue further postsecondary studies in a technology or technician program.

Program Highlights:

• Explore areas of interest in technology before committing to a specific field of study.
• Benefit from individual educational support and planning with assistance from an academic student advisor.
• Gain marketable skills with the possibility of receiving transferable credits to other college programs.

Are you fascinated by current trends in web development, the latest software, or your favorite mobile phone app?
As a computer programmer, you will be adept at databases, interactive multimedia, and software development, and will be poised for success in the digital world.

Program Highlights:

• Unique mix of business, multimedia, and software development courses.
• Hundreds of hours of hands-on lab work combined with in-course community sponsored projects and applied research opportunities.
• Graduates choose between entering into the workforce or progression into NC’s Computer Programming and Analysis (Co-op) program.

Do you imagine being a professional actor and entrepreneur in today’s ever-changing film and television sector?

As an actor, you are a highly versatile and authentic storyteller who understands the importance of a meaningful connection with your audience and the value of creating your own opportunities for success in the entertainment industry.

Toronto – sometimes called Hollywood North – and the surrounding region known as “The Golden Horseshoe” ranks third in film and television production in North America and ranks second as an exporter of television programming in North America.

Our focus continues to be superior actor training with courses in voice, speech, movement, scene study and auditioning for film and television. We are also one of the few Canadian post-secondary institutions that offer direct instruction in The Meisner Technique, one of the foremost acting techniques taught today. But in light of the changing nature of the industry you will also study film editing, screenwriting, stunt training, voiceover acting, self-marketing and acting with technology (eg. Green Screen), with an emphasis on creating your own work.

Program Highlights:

• Extensive hands-on experience taking scene study and short film projects from script to screen using the latest technology.
• Establish a professional portfolio including a resume, headshots, demo reels, and voiceover demo that reflects your individual style and acting technique.
• Collaborate with future directors and producers in Niagara College’s renowned Broadcasting – Radio, Television and Film program on short films, commercials and music videos.
• One of few Canadian programs to offer direct instruction in The Meisner Technique—one of the most popular techniques of modern acting.
• Recognized by the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) with graduates granted immediate ACTRA apprentice status.
• Interact with working industry professionals (our instructors as well as directors, actors and producers) through our ‘Up Close and Personal’ series.

Are you a people person seeking a career where you can blend your aptitude for business with your interest in oral health care?
As a Dental Office Administration graduate you will oversee the daily operations of a dental office including patient care records, health insurance company claims, and appointment scheduling.

Program Highlights:

• Applied learning opportunities through a real-world teaching environment located at Niagara College’s new, state-of-the-art, fully operational dental clinic.
• Over 140 hours of hands-on field placement experience at a dental office.
• Excellent program reputation among community employers.
• Graduates are eligible to write the certification examination for dental receptionists through the Ontario Dental Assistants Association.

Do you have a passion for education and the importance of fostering development in the early years?
As an early childhood educator, you will support early learning in a wide variety of educational programs and centres.

Program Highlights:

• Over 600 hours of practical field placement experience completely concurrently with course work.
• The opportunity to graduate with three additional certificates: Hanen Learning Language and Loving It; Quality Child Care Niagara; Red Cross Anti-Bullying Certificate.
• Diverse opportunities for employment including School Boards and Licenced Early Year environments.
• Program meets the registration requirements for the College of Early Educators.
• International employment/field placement partnership with Lerthah School in Thailand.

Are you a problem solver with an interest in how vehicles work and the impact of automotive technology on modern day cars and trucks?
As a Motive Power Technician graduate with a focus on the automotive sector you can choose to operate your own automotive shop, or work as an Automotive Service Technician or Parts Manager at an automotive body shop or commercial dealership.

Program Highlights:

• Hands-on, experiential learning opportunities include analyzing and solving complex motive system problems and diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electronic and electrical motive power components and systems.
• Use the latest technical equipment in state-of-the-art labs.
• Gain practical experience using troubleshooting techniques and test equipment to support automotive transportation in a co-op work term.

Are you interested in working in a high-demand skilled trade and ready to apply some heat to your career?
As a welder you will be well equipped to fuse metal together with careful precision using a variety of advanced welding techniques.

Program Highlights:

• Hands-on experiential learning in a state-of-the-art, full-size weld shop and fabrication lab, and accredited Canadian Welding Bureau and Technical Standards & Safety Authority test-centre facility.
• Gain practical experience taking metal fabrication projects from engineering drawings through cutting and forming stages to welding processes.
• Develop an understanding of industry standard inspection procedures.

Are you interested in an engineering career that combines the latest management techniques and computer technology to manage construction projects of various scopes?
As a Construction Engineering Technology graduate you will be skilled in construction project planning and management, including effective cost control measures.

Program Highlights:

• Take part in unique on-the-job-training sponsored by an industry employer one day per week in your final term.
• Gain knowledge and practical experience in construction project planning and management, architectural design, sustainable construction, estimating and cost control, and surveying.
• Program meets the academic requirements for membership in Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT), Ontario Institute of Quantity Surveyors (OIQS) and Ontario Building Officials Association (OBOA).