Ontario College Diploma in Computer Networking and Cyber Security

The first intake of this program will begin in September 2026. The internet is global - and so are cyber threats. The Computer Networking and Cyber Security diploma program will equip you with the in-demand skills to help organizations secure, manage, and protect their digital networks. Through hands-on experience, you’ll develop in-depth skills in installing, configuring, securing, and testing both cloud and on-premises network solutions. Gain a solid foundation in Network, Security plus, Cisco, Microsoft Azure, Oracle Cloud, and VMware. Coursework mirrors real-world scenarios using virtual machines, routers, switches, firewalls, IoT devices, web servers, VPN servers, database servers, and wireless networks. In your final semester, complete a capstone project where you’ll design, secure, and test a full network solution. You’ll work with VPNs, firewalls, cryptography, and access control, compile a disaster recovery plan, and apply testing procedures. This project may also provide the opportunity to collaborate with local organizations or the Sault College Applied Research Office to solve real-world networking and cybersecurity challenges.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), Mature student, or equivalent, Grade 12 English (C or U), and Grade 12 Mathematics (C, M or U).