This capstone apprenticeship course requires students to apply their advanced IT knowledge in a professional setting, undertaking significant projects under industry supervision to demonstrate mastery of program competencies. Students will complete this immersive industry apprenticeship placement to showcase their ability to execute complex IT projects and integrate skills acquired throughout the program in a real-world environment.

This course requires students to continue engaging in an advanced industry placement to apply accumulated IT knowledge, solving real-world challenges under professional supervision. Students will build on their in-field experience by participating in a practical apprenticeship where they work on complex IT projects, enhancing problem-solving skills with guidance from industry mentors.

This course helps students begin apprenticing in a supervised industry placement to apply their theoretical IT knowledge in a real-world context and enhance their professional skills and workplace competencies. Students will engage in practical IT projects under the guidance of industry mentors, applying program concepts to solve real-world challenges and gain hands-on experience.

This course introduces students to the various industries and career paths available to IT specialists, exploring how their skills can be applied across sectors. Students will discover the diverse roles and industries where IT technicians contribute, gaining insights into how personal skills align with market demands and future career opportunities in the IT field.

Ethics in Computing Science is designed to explore the ethical implications and responsibilities associated with the development, deployment, and use of computing technologies. This course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed ethical decisions in their future careers as computing professionals.

This course introduces foundational cybersecurity concepts, focusing on threat mitigation strategies and compliance standards essential for IT professionals. Students will explore key cybersecurity principles, learning to identify threats, implement security measures and understand compliance requirements aligned with industry standards like CompTIA Security+.

This course examines the Internet of Things (IoT), exploring how connected devices integrate into networks, the associated security risks, and strategies to mitigate common threats. Students will learn about IoT technologies and their impact on network security, analyzing risks introduced by connected devices and developing solutions to address these challenges.

This course introduces computer communications and computer networks. Topics will include communication hardware and software, protocols, local area and wide area networks, and network management.

An introduction to professional career preparation and integration into the job market. Emphasis is on using social networks for career development, preparing resumes and portfolios, maximizing competitive performance, and effective communication skills in the IT job context.

An introduction to the understanding and manipulation of various settings of operating systems in relation to hardware and software. Focus is on the configuration and installation of operating systems to achieve system optimization skills.