Launch Your Career in IT, Networking, and Cybersecurity
Northern’s Computer Engineering Technician diploma is a two-year program designed to equip students with practical, job-ready skills for today’s technology-driven world. Graduates are prepared to support and manage computer systems, networks, software, and cybersecurity infrastructure—all essential components of modern businesses and organizations.
What You’ll Learn in the Computer Engineering Technician Program
This program offers a hands-on, lab-based learning environment where students build, configure, and troubleshoot real systems. Key areas of training include:
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Computer Assembly and Configuration
Gain foundational knowledge by physically assembling and setting up computer hardware. -
Network Installation and Support
Learn to design, install, and maintain local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) using industry-standard tools. -
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Understand network security protocols, risk management, and threat detection to help protect digital systems and data. -
Software and System Optimization
Master operating systems, server management, virtualization, and systems diagnostics to ensure peak performance. -
Programming and Web Development
Learn the core programming languages and tools used for software development, scripting, and building responsive websites. -
Database Design and Management
Design, create, and manage relational databases using SQL and other modern technologies.
Industry Certifications and Career Readiness
This program prepares students for key industry-recognized IT certifications, including:
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
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Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
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CompTIA Network+
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CompTIA A+ Certification
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CompTIA Server+
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CompTIA Linux+ Certification
These credentials are highly valued by employers and provide a competitive edge in the job market.
Career Opportunities for Computer Engineering Technician Graduates
Graduates of this program can pursue entry-level and intermediate positions such as:
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IT Support Technician
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Network Administrator
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Cybersecurity Analyst (Junior Level)
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Systems Administrator
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Help Desk Support Specialist
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Web Developer
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Computer Technician
Work environments include:
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IT departments in corporate and public sectors
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Managed service providers (MSPs)
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Technology consulting firms
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Financial, healthcare, and educational institutions
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Startups and digital agencies
- Academic Requirement: The applicant must have completed Grade 12.
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.0 overall, one section can be 5.5. TOEFL iBT: Minimum 79. PTE: 58 or higher for Graduate Diploma.
- Special Requirement: Completed Grade 12 with a minimum of 60% marks in Mathematics and English.
We understand that things can change. If you need to cancel your enrollment, here’s how refunds and deferrals work:
❌ Visa Refusal – Withdrawal Before or After Day 10 (Semester Not Completed)
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If your visa is refused and you withdraw before or after Day 10, but you haven’t finished the semester:
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A $500 CAD fee will be taken from your refund.
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You must submit the original visa refusal letter and all required documents for the refund.
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❌ Visa Refusal – Withdrawal After Completing the Semester
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If you complete the semester and then your visa is refused:
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No refund for that semester. The full tuition fee for that term is kept.
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You still need to submit the original visa refusal letter and documents.
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✅ Withdrawal or Refund Request Before Day 10 (Not Due to Visa Refusal)
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If you withdraw before Day 10 for any reason other than a visa refusal:
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A $1,860 CAD administrative fee will be deducted from your refund.
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There are no exceptions to this fee.
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❌ Withdrawal or Refund Request After Day 10 (Not Due to Visa Refusal)
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If you withdraw after Day 10 for any reason other than a visa refusal:
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You won’t get a refund, and the full semester fee will be kept.
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✅ One-Time Deferral Policy (Due to Visa Delay)
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If your visa is delayed, you can defer to the next intake without paying the extra $100 application fee.
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This is only possible if there’s still space available in your program or a similar one.
- Application Fee: $100
- LOA Deposit: $2,500
- Annual Tuition Fee: $16,816
- Total Tuition Fee: $33,632
- Course Duration: 2 years
- Credentials: Diploma
- Intake: September 2025
- Copy of passport
- All academic transcripts
- All academic certificates
- IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo - if applicable
- Student Email ID:
- Student Contact No:
- Student Address:
- Emergency Contact details:
• Name:
• Email ID :
• Contact no. :
• Relation with student:
IF ONSHORE STUDENT
- Stamped copy of visa
- LOI
- Study permit
- Canadian Address:
- Canadian Contact No: