Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2016
15. - Engineering technologies and engineering-related fields
This series comprises instructional programs that prepare individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of engineering and related projects.
15.12 - Computer engineering technologies/technicians
This subseries comprises instructional program classes 15.1201 to 15.1299.
15.1201 - Computer engineering technology/technician, general
This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of computer engineers engaged in designing and developing computer systems and installations. These programs include courses in computer electronics and programming, prototype development and testing, systems installation and testing, solid state and microminiature circuitry, peripheral equipment, and report preparation.
Illustrative example(s)
- computer electronics
- computer electronics technician
- computer engineering technician
- computer engineering technology
Exclusion(s)
- computer hardware engineering(14.0902)
- computer hardware technology(15.1203)
- computer programming technology(11.0201)
- computer science technology(11.0701)
- computer systems engineering(14.0901)
- computer systems technology(15.1202)
15.1202 - Computer technology/computer systems technology
This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of professionals who use computer systems. These programs include courses in basic computer design and architecture, programming, problems of specific computer applications, component and system maintenance and inspection procedures, hardware and software problem diagnosis and repair, and report preparation.
Illustrative example(s)
- applied computer technology
- computer systems technician
- computer systems technology
- computer technician
- computer technology
- microcomputer technician
Exclusion(s)
- computer engineering technology(15.1201)
- computer hardware technology(15.1203)
- computer science technology(11.0701)
- computer systems analyst(11.0501)
- computer systems engineering(14.0901)
- computer systems technician - networking(11.1001)
- systems engineering(14.2701)
15.1203 - Computer hardware technology/technician
This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to support engineers in designing computer hardware and peripheral systems. These programs include courses in computer systems design, computer architecture, computer electronics, processors, peripherals, testing equipment, and computer manufacturing processes.
Illustrative example(s)
- computer hardware technician
- computer hardware technology
Exclusion(s)
- computer engineering(14.0901)
- computer hardware engineering(14.0902)
- computer science technology(11.0701)
- computer systems analyst(11.0501)
- computer technology(15.1202)
- manufacturing design CAD technology(15.1302)
15.1204 - Computer software technology/technician
This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to support engineers in developing, implementing, and evaluating computer software and program applications. These programs include courses in computer programming, programming languages, databases, user interfaces, networking and warehousing, encryption and security, software testing and evaluation, and customization.
Illustrative example(s)
- computer software technician
- computer software technology
Exclusion(s)
- computer science technology(11.0701)
- computer systems security(11.1003)
- database management(11.0802)
- information technology(11.0103)
- software design(11.0201)
- software systems development(14.0903)
15.1299 - Computer engineering technologies/technicians, other
This instructional program class comprises any program not listed above that relates to Computer engineering technologies/technicians.
Illustrative example(s)
- computer network engineering technician
- computer network engineering technology
- network engineering technician
- network engineering technology
Exclusion(s)
- computer network engineering(14.0999)
- telecommunication engineering(14.1004)
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