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Software Systems Developer (Web Programmer Option)

The Software Systems Developer program features an accelerated, project-based learning environment to prepare you for a career as a full-stack web and/or mobile developer. This 8-month program will provide you with a strong foundation in multiple emerging web and mobile application development tools and technologies. Students will acquire hands-on experience through lecture and lab exercises combined with applied knowledge through internal and industry projects. Our curriculum provides a comprehensive foundation in the following technologies to equip you for a job as a software developer:
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript
  • Angular, React, Vue
  • SQL and NoSQL
  • NodeJS
  • .NET Core
  • Amazon Web Services and Azure
  • iOS with Swift
  • Android with Kotlin
  • React-Native and Flutter
  • Integration with third-party hosting, security, API, and tooling providers
*subject to change without notice, based on the needs of the program and industry demand In addition to our technology curriculum, our instructors provide skills and practical experience with:
  • Code collaboration and communication in a development team
  • Working in an agile development environment
  • Tips for managing LinkedIn profiles, resumes, and the application and interview process
Graduates of this certificate program may apply for acceptance into the BCIT Bachelor of Technology in Computer Systems (additional prerequisites are required). Laddering into the Computer Systems Technology Diploma program is not an option. While applicants are not required to have formal computer programming experience, they need to have a solid understanding of object-oriented programming. Applicants with no knowledge are advised to take a programming language course, such as introduction to object-oriented programming with any server-side language.
CIT Credential: Certificate
Program Location: Downtown Vancouver
Program Length: 8-months, Full-time
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