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Program Details
The four-year NET program focuses on the design, management, operation and installation of future complex information networks such as those that make up internet and cell phone networks. Graduates of the program receive a Bachelor of Information Technology from Carleton University and a Computer Engineering Technology – Network Technology Ontario College Advanced Diploma from Algonquin College.
The program is multidisciplinary in nature, combining courses in computer and network technology with courses in physics, mathematics, business, communications, arts and social sciences.
In this program, you will not only explore theories and concepts, but also learn about their practical application. You will learn to design, manage, secure, operate, install and configure advanced IT networks. State-of-the-art networking labs offer hands-on training with real-world equipment. The NET program has a partnership with the Cisco Networking Academy, whereby students are trained to successfully write the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Professional (CCNP) certification exams to earn industry-recognized certification, which is in high demand in the job market.
Work Experience
A Co-op option is available. Co-op is the opportunity to get a head start on a career. Co-op work terms allow for the development of key employability skills, exploration of career options and graduation with tangible, workplace experience.
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Career Outcomes
Explore your passions, refine new skills and discover the career that’s right for you.
NET students are employed at Bell, Ericsson, Health Canada, IBM Cognos, Nokia, Ottawa Paramedic Service, Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and Statistics Canada.
Sample Careers
- Business
- Cloud and Infrastructure Consultant
- Communications Technology
- Computer Hardware Development
- Cyber Security Specialist
- Educational Institutions
- Government
- Health
- Network Architect
- Network Design and Management
- Network Technology
- Optical System Designer
- Routing and Switching Support Engineer
- Satellite Communications Test Engineer
- System Integration
- Systems Administrator
- Telecom Operation
Sample Courses
NET 1006 - Routing and Switching
Introduction to routing and switching concepts including, static and dynamic routing, trunking and VLANs. Topics include configuring routers and switches and resolving common configuration and reachability issues.
NET 3007 - Network Security
Basics of network security. Students are introduced to the goals of IT security, common threats and countermeasures including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS) and virtual private networks. Several operating environments will be studied as examples. Also includes a section on computer ethics.
Visit the Undergraduate Calendar to view a comprehensive list of course offerings for this program and discover the exciting things Carleton students are learning in the classroom!