Advanced College Diploma - Computer Programming and Analysis (CPA3)

The Computer Programming and Analysis program will focus on fundamental information technology topics. As students progress through this advanced diploma program, they will develop the in-depth and specialized computer knowledge employers are looking for including:

• Object-oriented development in both Windows and Linux-based client/server systems; • Software development; • Client/server web development; • Database development (e.g., SQL Server); and • Code-level graphics, animation and simulation with C++ and OpenGL/Vulkan •

Computer Programming and Analysis is the most intensive of the school's software development programs.

• Develop communication and interpersonal skills with a paid co-op work term in the final semester; • Gain hands-on experience as a computer programmer dealing with real people in real situations; • Work first-hand with SharcNet, a super-fast supercomputer that Fanshawe College is one of only three colleges that have it for students • Graduate ready for an IT career or to specialize skills further with one of Fanshawe’s IT graduate certificates, including Game Development - Advanced Programming; • Pursue an optional degree pathway with one of Fanshawe’s partner institutions in Ontario or around the world