Humber’s Computer Systems Technician - Information Technology Infrastructure and Services diploma program prepares students for careers in Information and Communications Technology (ICT). Students will build a foundation in electrical and logic circuits, and programming. They will also learn about the main hardware and software components of their computer and different features to improve performance of computer systems. Curriculum in the program prepares students for the role of system administrator whose responsibilities include installation, configuration and managing various operating systems including Microsoft servers, different distributions of Linux supported by virtualization tools and network infrastructure, supporting data and network security. Students will also learn about data centre technologies that support small- and medium-sized businesses. They will gain knowledge in supporting public, private, and hybrid cloud environments, and integrating cloud technologies and services.

The program will give students hands-on experience with various hardware platforms, protocols and services with a strong emphasis on network and data systems security. They will have access to state-of-the-art infrastructure to deploy and support Linux and Microsoft operating systems, and administer web servers and applications using different scripting environments.

Humber faculty collaborates very closely with industry partners to keep the program and curriculum current and relevant, so that students have the knowledge and skills to work in a cutting-edge high tech sector. They will learn from professors who are experienced industry professionals who have strong connections to companies in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Group projects help students build essential customer service skills, and develop their interpersonal communications and teamwork skills. This, alongside their new comprehensive technical credentials, will give students a multi-dimensional background that employers want.

This program offers a co-op option. Co-op work terms enable students to apply their skills and knowledge in a work environment and gain valuable, practical experience related to their program of study. Students will learn new skills, learn about the world of work and meet people in their profession.