Software is taking the planet by storm and Centennial College's Software Engineering Technology program will provide you with three years of learning in designing, developing and maintaining software systems.
As a student, you'll attend advanced diploma courses that will cover modern programming paradigms and frameworks, design and algorithm concepts, data management tools, modern software engineering methodologies, and integration of intelligent systems into various applications. The program will also expose you to a solid knowledge of systems integration, enterprise development, mobile computing and software security.
The coursework emphasizes object-oriented software design methodologies, user-oriented interface design, software testing and quality assurance, and a wide range of programming languages and tools including C#, Java, Java EE, Kotlin, Oracle, MS-SQL Server, UNIX/Linux, Python, Microsoft's .NET Core, HTML5/CSS/JavaScript/Angular/React, mobile application development, emerging web frameworks and architectural styles, cloud computing, predictive analytics, artificial intelligence/machine learning, and more.
To round out the curriculum’s technical focus, the Software Engineering Technology program includes two software development projects to put your skills into action and develop real-world business applications. These projects allow you to apply all the technical, systems, and business skills you acquire during your studies to build high-quality software.
Upon graduation, you'll have the knowledge and hands-on experience to design and develop various kinds of software applications, human-computer interfaces, and enterprise information systems.
Program Highlights
- Software Engineering Technology courses incorporate the use of leading technology geared to industry standards.
- Project-based learning is a key component of the offering.
- Knowledgeable and approachable faculty members have diverse business experience and academic credentials.
- This program is also delivered in a version that includes a co-op option. Students who choose this version (program #3419) are introduced to some of the biggest names in the industry with whom they are able to network in addition to gaining experience that puts them ahead of the competition — before they even graduate.
- Graduates from the program may apply for certified membership to either the Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS) or their provincial engineering technology association.
Career Outlook
- Software developer
- Software tester
- Mobile application developer
- Computer programmer
- Systems analyst
- Business analyst
- Web application developer
- Database administrator
- Applications or software support
Education Pathways
Qualified Software Engineering Technology advanced diploma graduates may be eligible to participate in pathway programs with partnering institutions.