About Internet Applications And Web Development (co-op And Non Co-op Version) in Algonquin College

Pursue a career in the evolving world of web software application creation.

The two-year Internet Applications and Web Development Ontario College Diploma program prepares you to pursue a variety of different careers in the internet applications and web development industry.

This program is designed to teach you:

• internet technologies
• full stack Web development
• the analysis, design and implementation of internet applications

Use modern computing facilities with a variety of software offered to help you during the program. The department is sponsored by Microsoft Developer`s Network Academic Alliance and through other vendor agreements, which gives you access to the most up-to-date technology.

During the program, you study a number of topics relevant to the field. You learn full stack web development, database programming and internetworking in a TCP/IP environment.

Additional topics include:

• client-side and server-side scripting
• programming languages
• systems and network security

In your last semester, you apply what you have learned throughout the program as a member of a team working on a multi-tiered internet application.

Students also have the option to gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term (see Additional Information for more details). Please note that places in the co-op version of the program are subject to availability. Students who elect to apply to the non co-op version of the program may not have the opportunity to transfer to the co-op version at a later date.

This program is designed to help you begin your career as:

• a full stack web developer
• a web administrator
• an internet application developer
• a web application architect
• a web programmer

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

• Have good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Enjoy solving logic puzzles.
• Are inquisitive and well-organized.
• Enjoy working with computers.
• Have an appreciation for the usefulness of the Internet.
• Can work effectively in a teamwork environment.

Careers

Graduates may work as team members to analyze business requirements, design, develop, and implement appropriate web solutions to the user community, assist with the acquisition, installation, use and troubleshooting of Internet applications and Internet services on a variety of platforms.

Typical occupations toward which the program is directed include web administrator, Internet application developer, web application architect, web programmer, full stack web developer.

Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. Relate effectively to web development supervisors, coworkers, and clients.
2. Configure and maintain internet services, internet application servers, database servers, and network services.
3. Construct, modify, implement, query, and maintain effective databases, and interface with applications.
4. Develop internet services and web application security by applying appropriate techniques and strategies.
5. Program and debug internet applications using a variety of client-side and server-side development languages.
6. Develop, deploy, and maintain electronic commerce (e-commerce) applications.
7. Create and maintain functional and dynamic websites by applying graphic and web design skills and principles.
8. Develop and maintain websites reflective of business objectives and client needs through the application of advertising and marketing principles.
9. Adhere to relevant laws and industry standards.
10. Coordinate or participate as a member of a project management team that develops internet applications.
11. Develop strategies for ongoing personal and professional development that will lead to enhanced work performance and career opportunities, and keep pace with industry changes.
12. Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.

Program Eligibility

• English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).

• Mathematics, (Grade 12 MCT4C) or (Grade 11 MCR3U) or equivalent; or (Grade 12 MAP4C with a grade of 80% or higher) or (Grade 11 MCF3M with a grade of 70% or higher).
• Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
• IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20.

Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English and mathematics.

Algonquin College Highlights

Algonquin College Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses