Computer Science Technology
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Overview
Developed together with the industry, LaSalle College’s DCS in Computer Science Technology (Profile in Network and Security Management) trains experts to manage physical and cloud-based networks and teaches the key concepts of cybersecurity. Pave the way to job opportunities in the industry thanks to our program focused on Cisco, Microsoft and Linux technologies. Teachers who are IT professionals will get you ready for CCNA, CCNP, A+, MCSA and LPIC certifications.
About the Program
LaSalle College Montréal's DCS Computer Science Technology (Profile in Network and Security Management) equips you with skills for network and cloud management, emphasizing key cybersecurity principles, and fosters network implementation, management, and monitoring expertise.
These updated courses lead to certifications valued by the job market, including CISCO and LPIC.
Opportunities
Our unique approach incorporates real-world experience with classroom learning for hands-on, practical education.
- Collaborate with active industry professionals;
- Sharpen skills in a practical setting;
- Join our computer club to maintain connections with companies and to attend several events and workshops.
Accelerate your career!
Admissions Criteria
Exceptions to these admission criteria may be applied.
Every application is reviewed by the College.
To be eligible for acceptance into this program, applicants are generally required to meet one of the following criteria:
Secondary School Diploma (DES) with completion of:
• Mathematics TS, SN Secondary IV or CST 5 (Math 436).Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) with completion of:
• Language of Instruction from Secondary V,
• Second Language from Secondary V,
• Mathematics TS, SN Secondary IV or CST 5 (Math 436).
Equivalent education or an instruction deemed sufficient.
List of Courses
Diploma of College Studies (DCS) programs consist of:
- General education courses common to all programs,
- General education courses specific to the program,
- Complementary general education courses.
Concentration Courses
- Applied Mathematics (60 h)
- Introduction to Networks (75 h)
- Computer Technical Support (75 h)
- Installation and Configuration of a Client Operating System (60 h)
- Installation and Configuration of a Free Operating System (75 h)
- Routing and Switching Essentials (75 h)
- Scaling Networks (75 h)
- Installation and Configuration of a Server Operating System (60 h)
- Administration of an Open Source Operating System (60 h)
- Programming and Scripting Langages (90 h)
- Connecting Networks (75 h)
- Security of a Network Infrastructure (75 h)
- Advanced Administration of an Open Source Operating System (60 h)
- Implementation of Directory Services (75 h)
- Advanced IP Routing (75 h)
- Implementation of Network Services (75 h)
- Administration of Open Source Network services (60 h)
- Advanced IP Switching (75 h)
- Installation and Configuration of an Email Server (90 h)
- Professional Integration (60 h)
- Internship (255 h)
- Troubleshooting IP Networks (75 h)
- Integrating Comptencies in a Case Study (105 h)
- Management of an IT Infrastructure (75 h)
* The College reserves the right to substitute certain courses.
General Education Courses
College-level institutions emphasize general education that focuses on core cultural knowledge, skill development, responsible citizenship, and shared cultural heritage.
Alumni have a well-rounded skill set and general knowledge that is valued in the workplace.
- 3 Physical Education Courses (90 h)
- 3 Humanities Courses (150 h)
- 4 Literature Courses (240 h)
- 2 Second Language Courses (90 h)
- 2 Complementary Courses (90 h)
Tuition & Aid
LaSalle College programs qualify for the Loans and Bursaries Programs offered by the ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur du Québec, and for several other types of loans and bursaries.
