Technology & IT
Building and managing digital systems.
Earn up to 13 credits
Computer Programming
This is the most direct on-ramp to a career in software development. You'll learn programming fundamentals that every developer, web engineer, and systems programmer uses daily.
3D Design & Printing
CAD software, 3D printing technology, and rapid prototyping are increasingly important in tech careers, from engineering to hardware product development.
Earn up to 9 credits
3D Modeling & Animation
3D work is deeply technical — you'll use industry-standard software, understand rendering pipelines, and build problem-solving skills that transfer to other tech roles.
Architectural & Building Design
Modern architecture runs on CAD, BIM, and computational design tools. This course gives you exposure to the software side of the field — a direct bridge to tech-focused architecture careers.
Earn up to 15 credits
Audio Engineering
Modern audio is digital. You'll work with DAWs, signal processing, hardware interfaces, and troubleshooting — skills that cross over into many tech careers.
Earn up to 3 credits
Computer Essentials
Computer Essentials gives you the foundational tech literacy every IT career starts with — understanding how systems work, troubleshooting, and navigating any modern workplace confidently.
Human Centred Design
UX designers, app designers, and software product managers all rely on human-centred design methods. If you're interested in the people side of tech, this is where to start.
Beyond CHC
Common careers in Technology & IT
21 careers from Alberta's official occupation list. Click any career to find matching CHC courses or learn more on ALIS Alberta.
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