The Sheridan College Computer Programming diploma offers highly marketable skills in the field of information technology. The program takes a practical applied approach with an emphasis on individual programming skills including the mobile environment, communication skills, problem solving and teamwork. This applied approach is facilitated by an interactive classroom experience. Each student has their own personal laptop and the most current versions of industry standard computer programming software available through Sheridan College. This program is delivered in four back-to-back semesters (14 weeks each), which means students will be able to graduate in just 16 months. Studies will include courses in areas such as: • Web development and interface design using HTML5, CSS3, Javascript, PHP and more • Java, C#, XML and .NET • Database design and implementation (Oracle/MySQL) • Network communications and configurations • Systems analysis and design • Web-based application development for mobile smartphones • Communication skills • Operating systems • Project management