The courses are experiential classroom based lectures and workshops. The last course consists of four- week of work experience / practicum, whereby each student will be at various small and mid-sized businesses within the lower mainland. The purpose of this time is to apply the theory and skills learned throughout the program and observe professionals in practical situations. As well students will acquire situational-specific skills and identify areas that may need to be developed further. Students receive feedback and evaluation of their performance and gain valuable contacts in this diverse field. Successful students are primarily suitable for employment opportunities in companies of all sizes, from small businesses with local Area Networks (LAN) to the biggest corporations that have Wide Area Networks (WAN) that cross the globe. Instruction in latest computer network design and administration strategies and plenty of free lab time ensures that the student will have the knowledge, skills, and competency to enter this labor force immediately upon graduation.