• Diploma in Computer Programmer at Sheridan College is offered as a 2-year teaching program.
  • This diploma program has a co-op work option.
  • In order to be eligible to participate in a full-time Co-op Work Term, students must meet the GPA requirements.
  • The student to faculty ratio is 18:1 which bridges the gap between faculty and students.
  • This program is delivered in four back-to-back semesters (14 weeks each), which means you'll graduate in just 16 months.
  • The 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. 
  • Some of the main courses that students will study in this program are:
    • Web Development
    • Introduction to Data Communications and Networking
    • The Art of Technical Communication
    • Computer Math Fundamentals
    • Object-Oriented Programming 1 - Java

    • Degree Completion Program:

    • Degree Completion allows you to apply your diploma credits toward a Sheridan degree. You’ll get significant credit for the courses you completed in your diploma, which means you can complete your degree and advance your career sooner.

    • As a graduate of a Computer Programming diploma, you may be eligible to complete one of these Sheridan degrees through our "Degree Completion" program:

      • Honours Bachelor of Computer Science
      • Honours Bachelor of Computer Science (Mobile Computing)
      • Honours Bachelor of Information Sciences (Cyber Security)

    Career Outcomes:

    • It offers a well-respected computer programming college credential that will give individuals many workplace options and pathways to further study.
    • Career positions may include:
      • Computer Programmer
      • Computer Technician
      • Database Application Support
      • Networking Support
      • Technical Communication Specialist
      • Technical Support Analyst
      • Web/Mobile Web Programmer, etc