An academic position is currently available in the Photonic and Laser Technology program. Click here for all the details.

Welcome to the BIT Degree Web site...


Here you will find information on the Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) Degree; the BIT degree is a joint collaboration between Carleton University and Algonquin College designed to offer you programs centred around both a practical experience and a theoretical background.

Currently we offer three programs Photonics & Laser Technology (PLT), Network Technology (NET) and Interactive Multimedia & Design (IMD) each with strong practical and theory based courses.

These programs offer an excellent COOP option available after the 2nd year of study, with a strong and growing reputation.

Please feel free to browse around and you can always use our "Contact Us" page if you need more information.
  Cisco Net Riders

Photonics is back and it's HOT!

Recruitment has started for a brand new program on Photonics and Laser technologies. The new Carleton-Algonquin program is one of the few in Canada that will be able to train the next generations of specialists in that field!
   
  Cisco Net Riders

NET Students take 1st prize in Cisco Competition

Two 3rd year Network Technology students win 1st prize in Cisco North America Netriders competition, beating out over a 1000 other competitors! Congratulations guys!
Photonics & Laser Technology

Photonics & Laser Technology

Designed for people interested in the latest technologies for advanced manufacturing, biomedical instrumentation, high speed communications, lighting and displays, the PLT program will train students to master the latest photonic technologies and tools, especially lasers, fiber optics and optical systems
  Network Technology

Network Technology

 Aimed at students with an interest in designing network infrastructures and keeping them running, the Network Technology (NET) program will teach you everything you need to know and even train you in CISCO certified courses
         
Interactive Multimedia & Design

Interactive Multimedia & Design

Designed for students who are both artistically creative and technically adept. The Interactive Multimedia & Design (IMD) program covers topics in Graphic Design, 2D + 3D Graphics and Animation, Game Design & Development, and Digital Video Compositing
  Admissions

Admission Requirements

Each program has its own admission requirements, especially the IMD program which has a portfolio requirement. The deadline for admission into either program is the March 1st, 2012, and the IMD portfolio is due March 1st, 2012