Unique Pathways & Off-campus Education
Dual Credit - ICT Software & Web Development
The
ICT Software & Web Development program bundles two courses, Object-Oriented Programming (CPRG216) and Web Development (CPRG213). Object-Oriented Programming, from SAIT’s new
Information Technology Services diploma program. New at SAIT – graduates of the IT services diploma can continue on to the new
Bachelor of Technology degree program!
Object-Oriented Programming explores the use of programming languages as tools that can be used to provide IT business solutions. In Web Development, students will gain hands-on experience with front end HTML, CSS ASP.NET Core and Javascript. In both courses, students will create and implement website applications using industry-standard programming languages.
Program Benefits
- Get a jump start on your post-secondary education while still in high school
- Build confidence through developing learning strategies and skills that support your learning transitions
- Learn about on-going opportunities and experience post-secondary learning
- Taught by experienced instructors who are connected to industry and support students in making meaningful connections to career pathways
- Earn high school credits and post-secondary credits
10 Credits, 30 level CTS
and
6 post-secondary credits
Student Eligibility
Open to CBE high school students who:
- Are in grades 11 or 12 during the program
- Have a strong interest to explore a pathway in software development
- Are excited about taking post-secondary courses
- Are able to arrange their own transportation to and from SAIT and their home high school for the duration of the program
- Are on track to successfully pass the following courses or equivalents:
- Math 30-1 or 30-2 (minimum 60%)
- ELA 30-1 or 30-2 (minimum 60%)
- Have
“power-user hardware and software” technology available:
Program Delivery and Location
Delivery
This course is offered online, synchronous – students will meet live with their instructor during scheduled times.
Location
Workload
Students can expect a total of 12 online synchronous hours per week and approximately 3-5 hours of additional independent work per week for a total of 15-17 hours per week.
Timetable Requirements & Recommendations
Students must have no morning classes in their timetable at their home high school to accommodate this program.
Program Dates
- Semester 1 | September to December
- Monday - Thursday mornings, 8:30-11:30 AM
Considerations
- Online synchronous courses are live with the post-secondary instructor. They run at set times and attendance is required.
- Students must have space in their school timetable to accommodate the program times.
- Students must also have time in their life outside of school to complete work for their Dual Credit program in addition to their regular school assignments.
- Students must meet all course assignment, quiz and test deadlines in order to be successful.
- Students must submit a personal learning schedule with their application, which outlines when they will work on their Dual Credit course work outside of class time.
- Students must be registered as a full-time student, taking at least one course at their home high school during the program (work experience excluded).
- Students will be expected to communicate with both their CBE supervising teacher and course instructor regularly.
How to Apply
- Read through the course(s) and/or program(s) of interest.
- Review program choice with your school Off-Campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counsellor for program readiness and timetabling concerns.
- You are highly encouraged to attend the
Unique Pathways Information Night to ask questions of our program partners and determine if the program is a good fit for you. Connect with your Off-Campus Coordinator or Guidance counsellor if you are unable to attend.
- Download and fill in the Dual Credit Application Form Package when available.
- Refer to the application checklist and ensure all items are complete.
- Book an appointment with your Off-Campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counselor before the deadline to complete your application, including signatures from all parties.
- The school will submit the application to Unique Pathways on your behalf.
Career Map
Program Partner
Application Deadline:
Applications for this semester are closed. Check back in the fall for next winter.
