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This program is offered in partnership with Brock University. Application for admission to the program must be made to Brock University through the Ontario Universities Application Centre.
Offered jointly by Sheridan and Brock University, this four-and-a-half-year program combines academic instruction in computer science with hands-on technical work in network communications — plus the chance to get paid co-op work experience. By combining theory and practice into a single package, this program offers unmatched preparation for a career in network technology, computer science and communications.
With few programs like this in Canada, there's high demand for professionals with software development skills and expertise in communications technology and network analysis, security and administration. The Bachelor of Computing and Network Communications degree from Sheridan and Brock University is tailor-made for the growing role of software-defined networking in the job market.
Co-op work placements begin during Year 2 and are facilitated through Brock and Sheridan. You must meet academic performance standards to qualify. In addition to providing valuable work experience and professional contacts, co-op placements allow you to earn money that can help offset the cost of your education.
You'll attend classes at both institutions, experiencing the stimulating university environment at Brock, as well as the personal attention and hands-on approach that distinguishes Sheridan as Canada's pre-eminent polytechnic.
Students spend one-and-a-half years in the classroom, studying the fundamentals of computer programming, algorithms and data structures. Beginning in Year 2 the curriculum places increasing emphasis on communications technology and network communications, including advanced subject matter such as:
Computing and Network Communications courses are taught at the Trafalgar Road Campus in Oakville, and at Brock University in St. Catharines.
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Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Once you’ve applied for admission to this program, we’ll automatically consider you for this award.
Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.
All courses taken at Brock University.
All courses taken at Brock University.
All courses taken at Sheridan.
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
TELE28648 | IP Engineering 1 | 3 |
TELE20049 | Network Service Applications | 3 |
TELE20102 | Wi-Fi Networks | 6 |
Breadth Elective | 3 | |
Breadth Elective | 3 | |
Total: | 18 |
Co-op Work Term facilitated by Sheridan.
All courses taken at Sheridan.
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
TELE31831 | IP Engineering 2 | 6 |
TELE38525 | Network Operations with Active Directory | 6 |
TELE35376 | Public Carrier Systems | 3 |
INFO34049 | Capstone Research | 3 |
DBAS14444 | Structured Database Modeling | 3 |
Total: | 21 |
Co-op Work Term facilitated by Sheridan
All courses taken at Sheridan.
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
SYST44288 | Operating Systems Design & Unix Systems Programming | 4 |
INFO39014 | Capstone Project | 6 |
DBAS17370 | Database Implementation and Management | 3 |
SYST28515 | Systems Analysis and Design | 3 |
Total: | 16 |
All courses taken at Brock University.
All courses taken at Sheridan.
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
TELE31063 | IP Engineering 3 | 6 |
TELE33776 | Applied Security Principles | 6 |
TELE34660 | Internet Core Technologies | 6 |
Total: | 18 |
Courses subject to change.
Courses subject to change.
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Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Applicants must meet the admission requirements of Brock University. There is no separate application to Sheridan. Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of Brock's assessment of their academic achievement.
Copies of the Brock University Calendar are available through:
Brock University
Office of the Registrar
500 Glenridge Avenue
St. Catharines, Ontario
L2S 3A1
905-688-5550
Email: admissns@brocku.ca
Application for admission to the program must be made to Brock University through the Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC).
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Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
There are many career opportunities for graduates of the Computing and Network Communications program.
These are some sample job titles for this program:
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Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
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Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
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Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
A CNET Graduate will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge of foundational Computer Science concepts
Analyze and solve problems
Develop software systems for open-ended problems
Identify and apply appropriate resources:
Work individually and on a team
Communicate effectively
Act professionally
Demonstrate a commitment to life-long learning
Demonstrate breadth of knowledge
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Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
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Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2020–2021 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic terms of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website.
Fees for this program are paid to the University of Toronto Mississauga.
Fees for this program are paid to Brock University.
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2020-2021 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic terms of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website. For English Language Studies, depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.
The fees shown here are for Fall 2020, and are subject to change. The English Language Studies program is offered to international students in 7-week sessions. The fees displayed are for each 7-week session and include tuition and health insurance. Depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.
Your education is a big investment, and we're here to help! Keep an eye on our Financial Aid & Awards page for regular updates, and check out these important links:
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
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Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Take a virtual campus tour
Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Take a virtual campus tour
Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Take a virtual campus tour
Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Take a virtual campus tour
Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Take a virtual campus tour
Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Take a virtual campus tour
Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Take a virtual campus tour
Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Take a virtual campus tour
Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
Take a virtual campus tour
Collaborative/Joint Degree
4.5 years
September
Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), and Brock University (St. Catharines)
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