WELCOME TOBCIT SCHOOL OF COMPUTINGFULL-TIME PROGRAMS

- COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY (CST) DIPLOMA- COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (CIT) DIPLOMA- BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY COMPUTER SYSTEMS (BTECH)

MAKE A CAREER OF IT

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COMPUTING IS THERIGHT CHOICE!!!

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COMPUTING IS MAINSTREAMComputing is strategic to virtually every

other fieldEnables you to make a positive differenceDynamic and broad career opportunitiesHigh demand vs low supply

= skills shortage + rewarding careers

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HIGH DEMAND FOR COLLEGE DIPLOMAS

(http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/time-to-lead/job-seeking-university-graduates-give-it-the-old-college-try/article2016162/)

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BCIT COMPUTING PROGRAMS HELPYOU ENTER INTO AND GET ADVANCEDIN A DYNAMIC IT CAREER.

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BCIT SCHOOL OF COMPUTINGFULL-TIME PROGRAMS

CST - Computer Systems Technology Diploma

CIT - Computer Information Technology Diploma

CST Btech - Bachelor of Technology Computer Systems

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ABOUT THE PROGRAMS

Advanced and current technology Curriculum created and updated with strong industry

input to meet current and future trends

Industry Experience Industry projects and co-op education Real-world, hands-on and current industry experience

Flexible Learning Diploma or Degree, Full-time or Part-time

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RECOMMENDED STUDY PATH

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CST DIPLOMA Focused on software engineering / programming Offered since 1966 – well recognized in industry Languages/platforms Java, C, C++, C#, PHP, ASP.NET Windows, Linux SQL, UML

SkillsDevelop application software using programming

languagesBuild desktop and Internet based applicationsManage the software development process

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Choose 1 of the 6 options in second yearClient/Server DatabaseData CommunicationsDigital Processing Information SystemsTechnical Programming

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OPTION SPECIALIZATIONS

TYPICAL POSITIONS FOR CST GRADSStart as a: Software DeveloperWeb DeveloperNetwork Administrator Software Tester and more...

Advance to: Project Manager Software Architect Team Lead Entrepreneur Senior Consultant and more... 11

CIT DIPLOMATrain technical experts in database, system

integration, network administration, web technology and security

Not writing codeBreadth of technologies:Programming language: Java, SQLServers/services: Oracle, Apache, CiscoData standards: xHTML, XML, XSLTFrameworks: ASP.NET

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TYPICAL POSITIONS FOR CIT GRADSStart as a:Systems IntegratorSystems TesterWeb DeveloperUser Support TechnicianNetwork and Database Administrator and more...

Advance to:Systems AnalystSecurity AnalystProject Manager Team Lead and more...

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CST BTECH DEGREEWHY A DEGREE? Industry trend: 50% of current Canadian IT workforce

hold a degree Requires:IT knowledgeAND business / management / interpersonal skills

Median salary of Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer in BC: C$79,0631

Median salary of CST BTech Graduates of 2006 -2008: C$68,6402

Source: 1http://www.payscale.com/research/CA/State=British_Columbia/Salary/by_Job 2http://www.bcit.ca/files/ipao/gp/8200btech.pdf

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ABOUT CST BTECH DEGREECareer enhancing: increase depth of knowledge

and practical skill Include courses in management, ethics and

communications 2 years full-time or up to 7 years part-time 2 Full-time options:

Games development option Network administration and Security

7 Part-time options Program Entry:

CST/CIT Diploma or equivalent Some relevant work experience 15

GAMES DEVELOPMENT OPTION

Suitable for students interested in combining creativity and advanced programming to develop games

Equip students with critical skills in multi-disciplinary areas: advanced programming games architecture graphics and audio design calculus and analytical geometry physics for realistic simulations artificial intelligence 16

PART-TIME STUDIES 11 programs, 120 courses, 5000 students/year Responds promptly to industry needs Laddered credentials in 5 areas

Web Technologies Networking and Security Software Development Database and Information Systems MS Office and Computer Applications

After graduation, PTS courses provide an excellent way to stay current in an area.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN COMPUTINGSoftware Development

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Database Development

Network Administration

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Web Development and MediaTechnical Support

Software Quality Assurance

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Systems Integration Systems Analysis

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN IT INDUSTRY

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Career Average Salaries

Size of Occupation in BC

WorkProspects

Computer Programmer and Interactive Media Developer

$61,219 12,060 Good

Web Designer and Developer

$44,224 3,640 Good

Software Engineer andDesigner

$77,284 5,245 Good

Information Systems Analyst and Consultant

$65,873 13,095 Good

Database Analyst and Administrator

$61,334 1,365 Good

Computer NetworkTechnician

$55,554 5,110 Fair

Systems Testing Technician

$47,571 965 Fair

* Information source: www.workfutures.bc.ca or www.jobfutures.ca

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EMPLOYERS’ OF OUR GRADS

WHAT EMPLOYERS SAY ABOUT OUR GRADS“We prefer BCIT grads over other U-grads.

BCIT grads know how to work as a team and to deliver.” - ICBC

“We hire BCIT grads because they have real work experience.” – Habanero

“BCIT grads understand what good work ethic is.”- Antartical Digital

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WHAT EMPLOYERS SAY ABOUT OUR GRADS“The relationship the faculty has established with

the industry is very strong.” – Slant Six Games

“BCIT grads have been very successful within our company… Their expectation is very close to real life.” – Ventyx

“BCIT grads bring practical skills and can contribute right away.” – CIO Association of BC

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MEET GOOD GUY ROBOTS

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Grad: Ranyl Rantog

Games Released: Rum Jump Slash and Codex

WHAT’S HAPPENING TO GOOD GUY ROBOTS?(HTTP://WWW.TECHVIBES.COM/BLOG/A-THINKING-APE-ACQUIRES-GOOD-GUY-ROBOTS-AND-EVERYONE-WINS-2011-06-21)

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THIS COULD BE YOU!

Markus Frind was fresh out of BCIT when he launched Plenty of Fish in 2003; now it’s one of the world’s most popular Internet dating venues (Business in Vancouver July 20-26, 2010)

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COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGYCOMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

HOW DO I GET IN?

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MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. High school graduation2. English 12 (C+) or, Technical & Professional

Communications 12 (C+) 3. Principles of Math 12 (C+) or, Applications of Math 12 (B)

4. Willingness to commit yourself

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APPLICATION CHECK LIST

Apply EARLY - on-line, in person or by mail

Application form and fee (C$60 or $150 int’l

students)

Official Transcripts

Entrance requirements

Proof of registration (upgrading courses)32

BCIT FEES

Commitment Fee $200 on full acceptance

Approx. tuition $2600/term

Textbooks $500 - $800/term (estimate)

Optional Co-op term fee $530

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BCIT 2010-2011 Technology Fee Schedule

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INTAKES

Computer Systems Technology (CST) September or January

Computer Information Technology (CIT) September

Getting full – apply TODAY!

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QUESTIONS?

brian_pidcock@bcit.ca

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