Bachelor of Technology (Honours) in Software Development (Co-op)

at Seneca College - Newnham Campus Canada

The Honours Bachelor of Data Science and Analytics program is the first-of-its-kind in Ontario. This four-year degree program was designed to meet the growing need for data-driven business solutions. You will learn to identify and interpret data using algorithms and acquire skills to draw meaningful conclusions. Your knowledge will be enhanced through theory and applied learning with the help of case studies, guest speakers and a co-op work experience. As a graduate of this program, you will be uniquely positioned to make an impact by combining solid business strategies with an in-depth knowledge of computer science, statistics and analytics.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Management skills that demonstrate initiative, personal responsibility, and accountability to work in the field of data science
• Communication and negotiation skills to work in diverse inter-professional group environments
• Problem solving, reasoning, and critical thinking skills to engage in evidence-informed and ethical practice and decision-making

Mandatory Degree Work Term
A work experience that includes at least one term in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a paid position that is completed between two academic semesters and requires a minimum of 420 hours of work. Students must be in good standing and meet all identified requirements prior to participating in the work experience. The successful completion of the co-op work term(s) is required for graduation. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the mandatory co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

In this three-year advanced diploma program, you will develop in-depth technical knowledge of financial accounting, cost and managerial accounting, taxation, financial management, auditing and technology applications. 

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Sage ERP
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Access database
• Microsoft Dynamics

Optional Co-op
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment. In most cases the work term(s) is a full-time paid position completed between two academic semesters. In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional co-op stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

Seneca’s Honours Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies is a customized degree that provides you with the liberal arts education to complement your diploma and advance your career or educational prospects. Complete your degree credential in two to two-and-a-half years, and gain practical experience through the work term. To find out more and to start mapping out your custom degree, please contact us.

Mandatory Degree Work Term
A work experience that includes at least one term in a formal work environment. The work term(s) may be a paid or unpaid position that is completed between two academic semesters and requires a minimum of 420 hours of work. Students must be in good standing and meet all identified requirements prior to participating in the work experience. The successful completion of the work term(s) is required for graduation. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for the mandatory degree work term regardless of success in securing a work position.

This one-year graduate certificate program will provide you with the skills to identify and collect meaningful data, prepare data for analysis, conduct analysis of data sets and present results in a meaningful format to help inform business decisions across the enterprise. Key topics of study include: statistics needed for analytics, programming languages for data analysis, security and privacy for the field of business analytics, data predictive analytics and leadership in the business environment.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Business analytics to support evidence-based decision-making
• Development of software applications related to data management and manipulation
• Entrepreneurial strategies to identify new business opportunities

This eight-month graduate certificate program is for you if you are aspiring to a career in accounting and finance at an intermediate level. You will build on your previous accounting credential by expanding your skills in taxation, finance, management accounting, financial accounting and information systems.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Ethics
• Communication
• Problem-solving

This eight-month graduate certificate program prepares you for careers in project development and management in both environmental and civil engineering industries. Your studies will encompass all aspects of project management, from the competitive bid process to scheduling, risk management and the closing of projects. During the second semester, you will gain valuable industry experience under the guidance of a mentor.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Project management
• Leadership
• Collaborative teamwork
• Risk management
• Bid process
• Scheduling
• Closing projects

This two-year diploma program provides you with the knowledge and technical skills for leadership in the networking industry.  In our on-campus labs, you will receive practical hands-on training in computer hardware, applied Internet technology, system diagnostics, local area network installation and data communication techniques. 

This program is built on partnerships with some of the most influential names in networking today, Cisco, IBM, Microsoft, Rogers and Sun, giving you an edge in the industry. The program curriculum prepares students to specialize in system administration, network administration, security, and physical and logical network design.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Personal computer hardware
• Operating systems
• HTML
• Linux/UNIX
• Microsoft Windows server administration
• Data communication
• Web server installation
• Maintenance and security
• Analyze and resolve information technology problems
• System design and installation

This two-year Computer Systems Technician diploma program offers you the skills and knowledge needed to meet the challenges of the ever-changing field of information technology administration. In Seneca’s modern labs, you will enhance your abilities by completing practical, hands-on training in networking, operating systems, security and cloud computing.

Your studies will teach you to design and implement wireless, local/wide area and software-defined networks; how to work with and configure open source and proprietary operating systems; and how to work on premises and in the cloud taking you into the future of IT administration.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Internet of Things
• Linux/UNIX administration
• Microsoft administration
• wireless networks
• software-defined networks
• cloud services
• maintenance and security
• analyze and resolve information technology problems
• system design and installation

Optional Co-op
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional co-op work term(s) in a formal work environment.  The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited co-op opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.

This two-year diploma program will establish your understanding of business management and entrepreneurship and introduce you to the digital tools and the skills necessary to succeed in the modern economy. Through practical hands-on classroom activities, and close interactions with our experienced faculty, you will learn about making business decisions, planning, teamwork and utilizing relevant business computer applications.

Upon completion of this program, you will have the option to enrol in one of Seneca’s three-year business administration programs and earn an advanced diploma in two additional semesters.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Decision making
• Research
• Teamwork

In this three-year advanced diploma program, you will develop a solid understanding of contemporary management theory before learning the skills required to plan, start-up, manage and expand a successful small business. You will learn to research, analyze, plan and assess current situations, contribute to strategies, and lead and work effectively within teams. You will also develop your skills to use applications and technologies to support your organization’s business goals.

Your learning will be further supported by instructors and business owners who will share their expertise and guide you through the process of identifying innovative and promising venture ideas from their business plans. Seminars, case analysis and online business simulations will be an integral part of your learning process.
As a student of this program, you may earn the opportunity to participate in Seneca’s Shark’s Pond event. Here, you will pitch and defend your business ideas to industry leaders. Many past competitors have launched their business ideas after graduating.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Leadership
• Decision-making
• Ethics
• Strategy formulation
• Project management
• Communication
• Teamwork