Program Details

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  • Program Code: T427
  • Credential:
    Ontario College Graduate Certificate
  • Duration:
    1 year (2 semesters)
  • Method of Study:
    Full-time
  • Starting Months: January, September
  • Domestic Tuition:
    $7,326.00 *
  • International Tuition:
    $19,000.00 **
  • Spring 2026 Delivery:
    Not Available

Program Availability

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Fall 2025
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Suspended
Winter 2026
Suspended
Suspended
Spring 2026
Not Available
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  • Work-Integrated Learning:

    Students will work in teams to tackle real-world problems in interdisciplinary environments. Students will develop design alternatives to an appropriate IoT architecture solution. Through reports and presentations, students showcase their development and testing of the implemented system while addressing design goals and constraints.

  • PGWP Eligible: No
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Program Description

Program Overview

Sensors and software can now be embedded into virtually any object, contributing to the vast network of interconnected devices known as the Internet of Things (IoT). Learn to capture, analyze and interpret this data with the one-year Internet of Things – System Design and Implementation postgraduate program.

Full Description

It's estimated that 50 – 100 billion things will be connected to the internet by 2030, everything from washing machines to jet engine components to organic items like crops and livestock. The Internet of Things – System Design and Implementation (T427) graduate certificate program prepares students for exciting careers as engineers, developers and more in this fast-growing field. 

In this one-year program, students will explore the entire IoT ecosystem and develop an understanding of this technology's ethical and legal applications. They will examine the various systems and processes that make up the IoT, including the following: 

  • electronic sensors and actuators 
  • network technology that enables devices to communicate with each other 
  • cloud and edge computing devices that allow the IoT to function on a global scale 
  • software code that ties all the devices together 

This program includes practical experience and applied learning. Students will use their knowledge by exploring real-world problems and designing, developing and installing IoT solutions. 

General Computer Requirements

This program requires you to have access to a personal computer with the following specifications:

  • 16GB minimum (32 GB RAM recommended)
  • 512 GB SSD Hard Drive
  • Quad-core i7 2.4GHz or better
  • Webcam

Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Career Options

The program will prepare graduates for a variety of employment opportunities, which may include:  

  • computer systems developer 
  • computer systems programmer 
  • computer engineer 
  • junior IoT engineer,  
  • junior IoT architect 
  • IoT researcher 
  • information systems specialist 
  • software developer 

 

Industry

IoT skills can transform any business in any industry — from manufacturing to environmental conservation — and how people, systems, and physical objects are connected and share data seamlessly over the internet. 

Architectures and processes of the past are making way for more modern, real-time applications thanks to IoT systems and the data they collect. Dynamic data platforms are being built, and our ability to extract data using the latest analytics techniques is growing. The ability to connect things and capture valuable data is transforming organizations in every industry and opening doors for new career specializations. IoT devices are also helping us learn more about the environment to benefit humanity and society. 

Educational Pathways

Potential educational pathways include:

  • Computer System Technician (T141/T191)
  • Computer Systems Technology (T147/T187)
  • Cyber Security (T433)
  • Wireless networking (T411)
  • Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician (T146)
  • Individuals from industry who are currently working and are looking to advance their career.
  • Graduates of this program may wish to directly enter the workforce or pursue additional programs and third-party certificates.

Potential pathways for further education include:

  • computer engineering degrees
  • electrical engineering degrees
  • network engineering degrees

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