Informatics and Security Degree

Program Description

The IFS degree program provides you with the critical knowledge and practical skills required for a successful career in information security and network technology. You’ll gain comprehensive knowledge of informatics, security, and law with practical applications that directly address critical business and communication requirements deemed essential by employers.

Upon graduation, you will have knowledge of the following principles of Informatics and Security:

• security needs within and between organizations
• analysis, design, and implementation of distributed computer systems using current methodologies
• a broad understanding of data communication principles, knowledge of operating systems and how each of the components that make up the infrastructure can be compromised
• an understanding and ability to design, develop, and implement secure information acquisition, transmission, and storage and retrieval practices with current industry standards, taking into account privacy, security and ethical issues
• technology change and innovation
• analysis of project and system requirements
• deployment of security on a variety of platforms
• project planning, implementation and management
• research methodology
• technology planning and acquisition

The curriculum reflects a progressively complex level of skill, knowledge, and interpretation associated with Informatics and Security. In initial courses, you’ll focus on understanding and application of networks from the individual computer up to and including the world of connected computers. Later on, you’ll learn a more abstract application of these same principles as emphasis shifts to developing analytical skills. In the final two years, you’ll synthesize information to solve real business problems and demonstrate your knowledge in a co-operative work term.

The Bachelor of Technology (Informatics and Security) degree is an eight-semester program held at Seneca’s state-of-art facilities at the York University campus, which is accessible via GO, TTC and YRT transit. You’ll enjoy small class sizes, hands-on labs, electronic classrooms, expert faculty and excellent student services as they contribute to increased student success.

Seneca College has been granted a consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this degree for a seven-year term starting August 26, 2005. Seneca will ensure that all students admitted to the above named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a majority of senior credits at the University Preparation (U) or University/College Preparation (M) level or Mature Student Status (age 19 or older)
• Six Grade 12 (U) or (M) courses with a minimum average of 65% including:
  • Grade 12 English: ENG4(U)
  • Grade 12 (U) Mathematics: any U level Mathematics
• Mature students (age 19 years or older) must submit proof of credits in the above subjects or their equivalent.

Recommended:

• The other (U) or (M) credits include one course in Business and one course in Computer Studies.

Applicant Selection:

• In addition to grades in the required subjects, applicants may be required to attend an orientation and complete given assignments and/or tests.

Required for Success in the Program:

• An industry-standard home PC (two years old or newer) is essential and an Internet Service Provider (ISP) is recommended.

Scholarship opportunities are available for candidates with distinguished academic records in their high school careers. A variety of scholarships and bursaries are available to students based on merit and financial needs.

In accordance with PEQAB requirements, this program has a minimal overall acceptable achievement for progression.

The Importance of Learning Skills:

Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills. Seminars, workshops and tutoring are available at Seneca's Learning Centres.

Your Career

There is an urgent need for IT graduates who can effectively manage diverse networks and are highly skilled in all aspects of cybersecurity, privacy and the protection of data. The Informatics and Security degree program prepares you for a fulfilling career in this field.

Scholarhips

Scholarship opportunities are available for candidates with distinguished academic records in their high school careers. A variety of scholarships and bursaries are available to students based on merit and financial needs.

Co-operative Education

In your final two years of the degree program, you’ll enrol in courses specific to professional practices, and participate in at least one paid co-op work term. The experience gained during the work term will be highly valuable to both you and your employer. Seneca’s co-operating employers are committed to providing meaningful work assignments. Students in the co-op option will take CPP600 (Co-op Professional Practice) in the semester preceding their first coop work term, and CPP700 (Co-op Integration and Career Planning) in the semester following their first co-op work term. Co-op information sessions are held at the Seneca@York Campus throughout the year.

Website

For more information, please visit our website at: https://scs.senecac.on.ca/ifs.

Curriculum

Professional Options

In your final three semesters, you'll specialize in your areas of interest by selecting professional option subjects. These subject designations are updated each semester to reflect the computer industry's changing needs.

Note: The same range of options may not be offered every semester.

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