Manitoba First Nations Information and Communications Technologies Diploma

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To apply call (204) 982-6633, or download the MFN ICT application form (Doc) and mail or fax to:

Stevi Dram
The University of Winnipeg
Division of Continuing Education
IT Programs
515 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2E9 Canada
Phone: (204) 982-6633
Fax: (204) 944-0115

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The Manitoba First Nations Information and Communication Technologies Training Initiatives, Inc. (MFN ICT Inc.) is a partnership between the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC), The University of Winnipeg (UW), Broadband Communications North (BCN), Information and Communication Technologies Association of Manitoba (ICTAM), and The Federal Department of Human Resources Skills Development Canada (HRSDC).

This program will focus on the academic preparation, communication skills, business understanding, ability to work within various projects, and solid technical know-how. Graduates will be equipped for the workforce with a transferable skill set that will open up opportunities in a variety of fields, including help desk support, junior programmer, junior web programmer and junior network support technician.

2010-2011 MFN ICT Program Brochure (PDF)

MFN ICT Program Poster (PDF)

Objectives

To ensure the graduates are employed by Manitoba First Nations and organizations after graduation
To build the ICT capacities within Aboriginal communities

Required Courses

Preparatory Courses (172 Hours)

Essential Skills and Portfolio Development (50 Hours)
Introduction to University (72 Hours)
MS Office Certificate (50 Hours)

Core Technical Course (691 Hours)

Networking Fundamentals (30 Hours)
Intermediate Networking (30 Hours)
Networking Protocols (30 Hours)
Advanced Networking (30 Hours)
Windows Administration (60 Hours)
Introduction to Linux (30 Hours)
Introduction to Programming (15 Hours)
Introduction to OO Programming (12 Hours)
Introduction to Web Programming (60 Hours)
Advanced Web Programming (45 Hours)
MS SQL Server Introduction and Development (48 Hours)
Data Modeling and Database Design (24 Hours)
Introduction to Business Analysis (30 Hours)
Information Assurance and Security Levels 1-4 (72 Hours)
Software Development Practices (15 Hours)
.Net Programming I (60 Hours)
.Net Programming II (60 Hours)
Final Project (40 Hours)

Core Management Course (215 Hours)

Effective Oral Communications (36 Hours)
Effective Written Communication (36 Hours)
Business Fundamentals (36 Hours)
Creative Thinking for Problem Solving (7 Hours)
Excellence in Customer Relations (7 Hours)
Business Math (36 Hours)
Managing your Priorities (7 Hours)
Project Management for IT Professionals (36 Hours)
Problem Solving and Decision Making (7 Hours)
Working with Difficult Colleagues (7 Hours)

*Courses and hours subject to change

Additional Comments

Manitoba First Nations Information and Communication Technologies Training Initiatives Inc. Board of Directors

Chief David Crate, Fisher River First Nation, Co-chair MFN Technology Council
Chief Duke Beardy, Tataskweyak Cree Nation, Co-chair MFN Technology Council
Gary Julius, Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs
Stevi Dram, University of Winnipeg
Kathy Knight, Information Communication and Technology Association of Manitoba
Ashmede Asgarali, Keewatin Tribal Council
HRSDC Represenative, Government of Canada (Ex-officio)

Dell Inc. and Clear Concepts are supportive partners in helping with the training of the students.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Admission to program requires meeting all of the following:

1) Meet application form admission requirements
2) Successfully pass the entrance exam
3) Successfully pass an interview

Tuition and coordination funding provided by:

The Government of Canada (HRSDC) through the Manitoba First Nations Information and Communication Technologies Training Initiatives, Inc.

Living Expenses provided:

Students are requested to seek this funding from their Manitoba First Nations Employment & Training Coordinator and Post Secondary Education Counsellor. The MFN ICT Training Initiatives has requested their support in this great opportunity to build your career and opportunities for all First Nations in Manitoba.