Internet Systems Specialist Diploma
The full-time day Internet Systems Specialist Diploma provides a year-long exposure to a wide variety of Internet related technologies including front end client-side (XHTML, CSS, Javascript, Flash, Photoshop), back-end programming and databases (PHP, Perl, ASP.net, Java, MySQL), as well as the topics that tie them all together (Linux, Windows, Apache, TCP/IP, security, and more). The course is capped off with a cumulative e-commerce project and a month-long work experience placement with one of many participating companies and businesses.
Next Intake
Objectives
- Ability to create and edit images in Adobe Photoshop
- Ability to identify basic graphic design and layout concepts
- Ability to create Web pages in past, current, and emerging standards using HTML, XHTML, CSS, and XML
- Ability to create rich multimedia files using Flash
- Ability to create and edit Web pages using Dreamweaver
- Ability to do programming with JavaScript and ActionScript
- Ability to Program in various languages such as PHP, Perl, Java, ASP.net
- Ability to plan and setup a relational database system using MySQL
- Ability to understand TCP/IP and Networking in general
- Ability to use and setup different Operating Systems like Windows 2000 and Linux
- Ability to install, set up, and secure a Web server
Career Opportunities for Graduates
- Web Designer/Developer/Programmer
- Flash Developer
- Webmaster
- Software/Application Developer
- Perl, PHP, ASP, Java Developer
- Database Administrator
- Linux Administrator
- Windows Administrator
- Junior Security and Risk Management Analyst
Required Courses
- One Month Work Experience
- Unix
- Photoshop
- XHTML
- DHTML
- Flash
- XML
- OLDB (Online Databases with MySQL and PHP)
- OLDB Project
- CGI (Perl)
- Introduction to Java
- Programming Java
- Java Project
- ASP.NET
- Introduction to Networking
- TCP/IP
- Win 2K
- Advanced Unix
- Internet Site Administration
- Securing the Web
- Implementing Security
- Web 2.0 Technology
- Ajax
- E-Commerce Project
Additional Comments
SUMMARY
- 1 year, (11 Months of classes + 1 month work experience) full time diploma from a recognized Canadian university
- $15,500 tuition
- graduates enjoy a very high employment rate
- There's no obligation when contacting us for information
- Financing options are available
- Courses start every fall and winter
- Includes six months of post-graduation classes FREE, subject to seat availability
- Financial aid is available to those who qualify
- Job placement assistance is provided
- Class sizes are limited to 16 students
- Students may apply for the waiting list for FREE
- Tuition includes all textbooks
LINKS FOR FUNDING INFO
- http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/index/dce-welcome
- NEW - Tuition Fee Income Tax Rebate (Receive a 60% Rebate on your eligible post-secondary tuition fees) http://www.gov.mb.ca/tuitionrebate/index.html
- related MB Gov grants and tax deductions http://www.manitoba.ca/tce/apprent/future/finances.html
- related mb gov job info link http://www.manitoba.ca/employment/jobs_careers.html
- http://www.gov.mb.ca/educate/sfa/pages/sfaFrontDoor_en.html
FAQ
1. Do I qualify for financial assistance?
You may be eligible for assistance through Manitoba Education and Training if:
- You are unemployed and currently receiving employment insurance benefits
- You have received benefits in the past 36 months and are currently unemployed
- You have received maternity or paternal benefits within the last 60 months
- You do not have a job to return to
The funding process is done through an Education Counsellor at any of the Manitoba Education and Training offices.
You can also apply for a Canada Student Loan, Student Line of Credit, and if you have been a resident of Manitoba for the past twelve months a Manitoba Student Loan. It is best to apply for your loan online at www.studentaid.gov.mb.ca
2. Do you have a payment plan for the tuition?
Yes we do, the payments are broken down in four (4) payments spread throughout the year. Alternative payment schedules can be made for different financial situations. Tuition must be paid in full at least four (4) weeks prior to program end date.
3. What types of Certification do I receive?
For the Internet Systems Specialist Diploma (ISSD) program you will receive a University of Winnipeg, Continuing Education Diploma as well as the opportunity to write the Java Sun Certification Exam (voucher must be used within six month after course end date). Upon graduation you are also eligible for up to 21 credit hours of transfer credit towards an Applied Computer Science Degree at the University of Winnipeg.
4. What is the size of the class?
Our classes are small; we only accept a maximum of 16 students so the student to instructor ratio is very low.
5. What is the attendance policy?
Punctuality and regular attendance is expected from all students. All students must attend at least 75% of course hours to pass.
6. What is the grading policy?
The grades reflect performance, written work, class participation, and attendance. A minimum of 60% is needed to pass a course and an average of 70% to meet the graduation requirements.
7. Is the Division of Continuing Education directly associated with the University of Winnipeg?
Yes we are, and the University of Winnipeg Senate approves all our graduates and courses.
8. What is included in the cost of tuition?
Included in the tuition costs are:
- All resource material (textbooks, photocopies, etc.)
- An internet account
- A Unix account
- An Email address
- A UofW student card
- Use of the fax machine, local use
- Career Search Training
Also students are permitted to take free evening classes in the Information Technology Area, as long as there is room available. Graduates are also permitted to take free evening courses for up to six (6) months after last day of scheduled classes.

