As part of Conestoga's commitment to innovative learning strategies, the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiative is designed to enhance your learning experience. Through the use of online and mobile technologies in and out of the classroom, you will be able to access course materials, participate in collaborative learning environments, and build the technological skills needed in today's workforce.
The programs listed below incorporate technology into their delivery.
Please note: To effectively participate in remote learning, students in BYOD programs are required to have reliable Internet access.
- For questions about technical specifications required for your program, choose the appropriate link below or contact your program coordinator.
- For questions regarding your student account, connecting to Conestoga's Wi-Fi and software downloads, visit Conestoga's IT website.
Programs starting between September 2021 and August 2022
Applied Computer Science & Information Technology
| Program Title | Minimum Device Requirements |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) |
Windows PC - 'Best' Model Minimum 16GB Memory
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| Big Data Solution Architecture (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Good' Model |
| Computer Application Security (Optional Co-op) |
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| Computer Applications Development (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Best' Model |
| Computer Programming |
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| Computer Programming and Analysis (Optional Co-op) |
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| Computer Systems Technician - Information Technology Infrastructure and Services (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Information Technology Infrastructure |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model |
| Information Technology Network Security |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| IT Innovation and Design (Optional Co-op) |
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| Mobile Solutions Development (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Good' Model |
| Reporting Systems Development |
Windows PC - 'Best' Model |
| Software Engineering Technician |
Windows PC - 'Best' Model Discrete graphics card optional.
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| Software Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Best' Model Discrete graphics card optional in years 1 and 2.
Discrete graphics card required for SENG3040 in year 3. |
| Software Quality Assurance and Test Engineering (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Good' Model |
| Virtualization and Cloud Computing |
Windows PC - 'Best' Model |
Business
| Program Title | Minimum Device Requirements |
|---|---|
| Administrative Business Management |
Windows PC - 'Good' Model |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) - Accounting, Audit and Information Technology |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) - International Business Management |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Bachelor of Public Relations (Honours) |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model |
| Business - Marketing |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Business - Marketing - Accelerated |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Business Administration - Marketing |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Business Administration - Marketing (Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Business Development and Sales |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model |
| Financial Planning Services |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Global Business Management |
Windows PC - 'Good' Model |
| Human Resources Management (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Good' Model |
| Occupational Health, Safety and Wellness |
Windows PC - 'Good' Model |
| Project Management |
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| Public Relations |
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| Public Relations - Integrated Communications |
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| Social Media Marketing |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Good' Model |
| Strategic Marketing Communications |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model |
| Supply Chain Management - Global |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Sustainable Business Management (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Good' Model |
Community Services
| Program Title | Minimum Device Requirements |
|---|---|
| Community and Social Service Management |
Windows PC - 'Good' Model |
Creative Industries
| Program Title | Minimum Device Requirements |
|---|---|
| 3D Computer Animation |
Windows PC only - 'Ultimate' Model USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Advertising and Marketing Communications (2021-2022) |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model MacBook Pro (Recommended if intend to pathway into Graphic Design or Bachelor of Design.) |
| Animation |
Windows PC only - 'Ultimate' Model USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Bachelor of Design (Honours) |
USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Broadcast - Radio |
Windows PC Recommended - 'Better' Model USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Broadcast - Television and Independent Production |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Best' Model USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Broadcasting Performance and Digital Media |
USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Design Foundations |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model MacBook Pro (Recommended if intend to pathway into Graphic Design or Bachelor of Design.)
USBC Thumb Drive USBC 2TB Hard Drive |
| Game - Design |
Windows PC only - 'Ultimate' Model USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Graphic Design |
USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Interactive Media Management - Interaction Design |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Interior Decorating |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Journalism |
USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Media Foundations |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
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| Virtual Reality Production |
Windows PC only - 'Ultimate' Model USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive |
| Visual Merchandising Arts |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model USBC Thumb Drive, USBC 2TB Hard Drive
|
Engineering & Technology
| Program Title | Minimum Device Requirements |
|---|---|
| Architecture - Construction Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC Only - 'Ultimate' Model MAC/APPLE products are not suitable for this program. |
| Aviation - General Arts and Science |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Good' Model |
| Aviation - General Arts and Science Fast Track |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Good' Model |
| Bachelor of Applied Technology (Honours) - Architecture - Project and Facility Management |
Required: 2.3 GHz CPU or Better, 128GB SSD, 500GB HDD, external computer mouse Please note: 14” or greater display accepted
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| Bachelor of Engineering - Building Systems Engineering |
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| Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic Systems Engineering |
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| Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Systems Engineering |
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| Bachelor of Engineering - Power Systems Engineering |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Bachelor of Interior Design (Honours) |
Required: 2.3 GHz CPU or Better, 128GB SSD, 500GB HDD Please Note: 14” or greater display accepted, MAC/APPLE products are not suitable for this program. |
| Civil Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op) |
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| Computer Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Construction Management (Optional Co-op) |
Please note: A separate computer monitor is an asset. |
| Construction Project Management |
Please note: A separate computer monitor is an asset. |
| Electrical Engineering Technician |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Electrical Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Electronics Engineering Technician |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Electronics Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Embedded Systems Development (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Energy Systems Engineering Technology - Electrical (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Environmental - Civil Engineering Technology (Optional Co-op) |
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| Environmental Building Sciences |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Environmental Engineering Applications (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Manufacturing Engineering Technology - Welding and Robotics (Optional Co-op) |
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| Mechanical Engineering Technician - Automated Manufacturing (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Ultimate' Model |
| Mechanical Engineering Technology - Automated Manufacturing (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Ultimate' Model |
| Mechanical Engineering Technology - Design and Analysis (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Ultimate' Model |
| Mechanical Engineering Technology - Robotics and Automation (Optional Co-op) |
Returning students who initiated studies prior to Summer 2020: Windows PC - 'Ultimate' Starting in fall 2020, students in this academic program are required to participate in the Lease Your Own Device (LYOD) program offered by Conestoga College.
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| Packaging Engineering Technician (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Ultimate |
| Robotics and Industrial Automation (Optional Co-op) |
Returning students who initiated studies prior to Summer 2020: Windows PC - 'Ultimate' Starting in fall 2020, students in this academic program are required to participate in the Lease Your Own Device (LYOD) program offered by Conestoga College.
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| Structural Packaging Design and Management |
Windows PC - 'Ultimate' Model |
| Structural Steel Management and Detailing (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC Only - 'Ultimate' Model MAC/APPLE products are not suitable for this program. |
| Technology Foundations |
Windows PC - 'Good An external computer mouse is required. |
| Welding Engineering Technology - Inspection (Optional Co-op) |
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| Wireless Network Infrastructure |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Woodworking Technician |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
| Woodworking Technology (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Better' Model |
Health & Life Sciences
| Program Title | Minimum Device Requirements |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Applied Health Information Science (Honours) |
Returning students who initiated studies prior to Summer 2020: Windows PC Starting in fall 2020, students in this academic program are required to participate in the Lease Your Own Device (LYOD) program offered by Conestoga College.
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| Bachelor of Environmental Public Health (Honours) |
Returning students who initiated studies prior to Summer 2020: Windows Tablet PC (i.e., Surface Pro 7) Starting in fall 2020, students in this academic program are required to participate in the Lease Your Own Device (LYOD) program offered by Conestoga College.
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| Enhanced Practice for Internationally Educated Nurses |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Good' Model |
| Hearing Instrument Specialist |
Windows PC Recommended - 'Good' Model |
| Nutrition and Food Service Management |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Good' Model |
Hospitality & Culinary Arts
| Program Title | Minimum Device Requirements |
|---|---|
| Event Management |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Good' Model |
| Global Hospitality Management (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Good' Model |
Interdisciplinary Studies
| Program Title | Minimum Device Requirements |
|---|---|
| Technical Communications (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model |
Trades & Apprenticeship
| Program Title | Minimum Device Requirements |
|---|---|
| Electro Mechanical and Automation Maintenance (Optional Co-op) |
Windows PC - 'Ultimate' |
| Mechanical Techniques - Industrial Millwright |
Windows PC - 'Best' |
Workforce Development
| Program Title | Minimum Device Requirements |
|---|---|
| Applied Electrical Motion and Control Management |
Windows PC or MAC Laptop - 'Best' Model |
| Applied Energy Management |
Windows PC or MAC Laptop- 'Best' Model |
| Applied Energy Management - Renewable Energy |
Windows PC Laptop - 'Best' Model |
| Applied Manufacturing Management - Design Integration |
Windows PC Laptop - 'Ultimate' Model Recommended · Windows 10 (64 bit) · Quad-core CPU 9th Generation i7 · 16GB RAM · 750 GB solid-state drive · 4GB GPU RAM · NVIDIA® graphics card: NVIDIA Quadro®/NVIDIA GeForce®/Tesla™ with at least NVIDIA
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| Applied Manufacturing Management - Machining Option |
Windows PC Laptop - 'Ultimate' Model Recommended · Windows 10 (64 bit) · Quad-core CPU 9th Generation i7 · 16GB RAM · 750 GB solid-state drive · 4GB GPU RAM · NVIDIA® graphics card: NVIDIA Quadro®/NVIDIA GeForce®/Tesla™ with at least NVIDIA
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| Applied Manufacturing Management - Mechatronics |
Windows PC Laptop - 'Ultimate' Model Recommended · Windows 10 (64 bit) · Quad-core CPU 9th Generation i7 · 16GB RAM · 750 GB solid-state drive · 4GB GPU RAM · NVIDIA® graphics card: NVIDIA Quadro®/NVIDIA GeForce®/Tesla™ with at least NVIDIA
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| Applied Manufacturing Management - Welding Option |
Windows PC Laptop - 'Ultimate' Model Recommended · Windows 10 (64 bit) · Quad-core CPU 9th Generation i7 · 16GB RAM · 750 GB solid-state drive · 4GB GPU RAM · NVIDIA® graphics card: NVIDIA Quadro®/NVIDIA GeForce®/Tesla™ with at least NVIDIA
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| Applied Network Infrastructure and System Administration |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Best Model Should be scalable to add additional memory or upgrade the SSD/SSHD
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| Business - Supply Chain and Operations for Commercial Trucking |
Windows PC Laptop - 'Best' Model |
| Business Analytics |
Windows PC Laptop only - 'Best' Model Must
be Windows OS, Webcam Required |
| Computer-Aided Drafting and Design |
Windows PC Laptop - 'Ultimate' Model |
| Data Processing & Reporting |
Windows PC Laptop - 'Good' Model |
| Enterprise Content Management |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model 14”+ screen size, the Ethernet adapter (either actual port or via USB/LAN adapter), Webcam
Suggested: VMWare Fusion or Parallels for Mac, Mac NOT recommended Without the Windows dual boot option as PowerBi and PowerShell will not work on a Mac. |
| Financial Technology |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model |
| Health Care Administration and Service Management |
Windows PC Laptop - 'Better' Model |
| Information Technology Business Analysis - Operations |
Windows PC Laptop only - 'Best' Model Must be Windows OS, Webcam Required
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| Internet Applications and Web Development Fundamentals |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model |
| Network Technical Support |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model |
| Power Engineering Techniques (4th Class) |
Windows PC or MAC Laptop - 'Better' Model |
| Predictive Analytics |
Windows PC Laptop only - 'Best' Model Must be Windows OS, Webcam Required |
| Process Quality Engineering |
Chrome is required to Minitab. Stable internet connection is required. |
| Quality Assurance - Manufacturing and Management |
Chrome is required to Minitab. Stable internet connection is required. |
| Renewable Energy Techniques |
Windows PC Laptop - 'Best' Model |
| Web Design and Development |
Windows PC or MAC - 'Better' Model |
For general questions, email byod@conestogac.on.ca.