Bundle Program - Post-Diploma Certificate - Network Systems Specialist & Post-Diploma Certificate - Cyber Security for Control Systems

Today's students in Canada are more diverse than previous generations - they are more likely to be workers, parents and returning adults - and do not always follow a single and consistent path to employment.

Stacking or bundling credentials has emerged as an increasingly popular higher education enrolment strategy to support students who want to develop career skills but may not have the flexibility in their schedules to commit to a longer-term program.

International students can apply for two consecutive programs at the same time to create a program bundle.

Benefits of a SAIT program bundle

A program bundle provides you with:

• a seamless application process, with the one-time application fee and a combined letter of acceptance for programs full duration
• the opportunity to qualify for a post-graduation work permit with a validity length of one to three years
• the opportunity to apply for only one study permit to cover both programs
• the option to work part-time on and off campus while studying and full-time during scheduled breaks.
• Upon successful completion of both programs, you will receive one to two credentials so you may obtain a post-graduate work permit.

The Network Systems Specialist program is designed to equip you with the skills needed to thrive in this critical field.

Through classroom learning and hands-on experience, you will gain expertise in computer network design, maintenance and support, making you job-ready as a network systems specialist.

In this program, you will:

• get cutting-edge training in cloud and server administration, virtualized infrastructure, and Linux administration
• join Cisco Networking Academy, a leading program specializing in computer networking, troubleshooting and security, ensuring you're well-prepared for the industry
• learn practical problem-solving, allowing you to tackle technical challenges and deliver timely solutions within project scope, preparing you for a successful IT career.

The Cyber Security for Control Systems program is designed for individuals who have completed related post-secondary studies or gained work-related experience in the field.

Whether you are an IT professional or technician, an industrial control systems (ICS) specialist, or someone focused on cyber-physical systems (CPS) and IT, this program equips you with the skills to safeguard critical control systems in diverse industrial environments.

In this post-diploma certificate, you will:

• explore the unique challenges of securing digital control systems in drilling and wellsites, power plants, power grids, water plants, manufacturing facilities, production lines, telecommunications networks and hospitals. 
• learn how to defend systems that have transitioned from analog to digital, making them more susceptible to cyber threats and cybercrime
• gain insights into risk management principles with universal application, essential to every industry, by enhancing control systems' safety, reliability, security and resilience
• learn from experienced instructors with real-world knowledge and practical insights to address the evolving landscape of cyber threats in industrial settings.