Emerging Technologies

Course code CSTP 2301

Credit 3.0

Length 60.0 hours

Course outline View

In this course students will study new and emerging technologies, and will examine how these technologies can change existing markets, trends, and application development directions. These technologies are usually disruptive and provides a whole new breed of apps and products. Students will gain experience in working with software and/or hardware that can be classified as part of the emerging technology paradigm. This may include: cloud computing, machine learning, virtualization or simulation technologies, security technologies, blockchain and cryptocurrency, and artificial intelligence.

Prerequisites

CSTP 1205, CSTP 1206.

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What you will learn

  • The dynamics of emerging technologies
  • Emerging technologies and marketplace
  • Implementing emerging technologies
  • Implementing the new technology in the simulated workplace setting

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
40917 January 8, 2026
to April 16, 2026
Lab VCC Downtown Campus See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.

Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.