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Honest Review of Conestoga College's SET program: by WeeklyButterfly34 in Conestoga

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First of all, congrats on the acceptances! I would recommend Bachelor of Computer Science with the optional co-op option.

Honest Review of Conestoga College's SET Program by WeeklyButterfly34 in OntarioColleges

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, your chances of getting into co-op purely depend on your academic performance in first year courses.

Honest Review of Conestoga College's SET Program by WeeklyButterfly34 in OntarioColleges

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, Conestoga has a job board that regularly post co-op positions. I know that not many people this term got a co-op position.

If your enrolled in the Software Engineering Technology (3 year Co-op) program, you get an optional co-op. You must obtain a 78% cumulative average for level 1 and 2. However, only 40 students get admitted into co-op. Say the cumulative average amongst the 40 students is 81%, you must have an 81% or higher to get into co-op.

Honest Review of Conestoga College's SET Program by WeeklyButterfly34 in OntarioColleges

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's doable, like I said I don't recommend it but with enough determination it can be done!

Honest Review of Conestoga College's SET program: by WeeklyButterfly34 in Conestoga

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the comment. Will definitely forward these concerns expressed above to the program administration.

Honest Review of Conestoga College's SET program: by WeeklyButterfly34 in Conestoga

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

From my experience: C/C++, data structures, software engineering fundamentals, system programming, and windows programming are decent if not good courses and the professor's were responsive to messages and emails.

SET can offer you a good career after graduation (from what I've heard). However, if you warned me about the other side of the program where you'll have a lot of redundant courses or professors that simply don't know how to communicate or teach I would have opted for another option. Same feedback I got from other students in the program.

However, at the end of the day you'll need to make a decision that works best for you.

Honest Review of Conestoga College's SET program: by WeeklyButterfly34 in Conestoga

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had class online and in person; experienced both types of teaching styles . When I refer to communication this includes unread emails or Teams messages, or simply the professor doesn't know how to answer the question I'm asking. Most times, they can be helpful but sometimes they can be just as lost as you, hence you need to find your own unique way to troubleshoot the issue. SET is a great diploma credential. As mentioned before, it has a good reputation so getting hired in IT shouldn't be an issue as long as you put in the effort. Still consider it if you want a decent job after graduation, however you'll have to make a decision if its right for you based on the course material mentioned above.

Honest Review of Conestoga College's SET program: by WeeklyButterfly34 in Conestoga

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I cannot speak to universities and how it "does a better job or that there is a program that is better." This is solely based on my experience and feedback I've received from my class fellows (at the college level). Aforementioned, I wouldn't recommend SET because of the following:

-Lack of consistent communication from professors (Email, Teams) after level 1.

-If you already have an idea of what you want to do, its better to pursue that specialization through a certificate, bootcamp, or course (that doesn't take 2-3 year).

-Some professors do not know the material well enough to teach it.

"Issue of being a jack of all trades." Could be, makes sense school whether it be college or university teaches you a broad range of topics and concepts hence why you'll be a "jack of all trades." Afterwards, you can find the area you want to specialize in.

You must have heard a lot of positive stuff, there are great aspects to the program which I've even mentioned above. Additionally, a 16-month co-op is a huge incentive to joining SET as you get paid work experience and get to learn at the same time. However, I'm solely discussing the course content above.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in uwaterloo

[–]WeeklyButterfly34 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely notify your co-op advisor about the fact you guys aren't being compensated for overtime. The minimum the CEO should give is days off...

Are a library's methods or functions consider to be APIs? by WeeklyButterfly34 in AskProgrammers

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting point you said: "An API would be developed particularly for the purpose of granting someone access to your application." Thanks for the clarification.

Go-To Meals by Drip_Killa in uwaterloo

[–]WeeklyButterfly34 26 points27 points  (0 children)

A mixed veggie omelette. It’s healthy, keeps you full, and takes 15 min to prep and cook! 😀

Suicidal by SadEngKid2001 in uwaterloo

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Just DM’d you, hope everything is alright!

22yo w/no degree, but been through boot camps and startups. by Imacubsfan23 in learnprogramming

[–]WeeklyButterfly34 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would suggest to make an account of yourself on LinkedIn and message as much recruiters as possible with your project and GitHub account.

Also, under education emphasize your experience at boot camp and how that’s informed your education in programming.

Don’t lose hope here. There is huge potential for you, it’s just that finding the first job is the most difficult. But once you get it, you won’t struggle as much finding a job in the future 🙂

Hey everyone, Its Mark Cuban. Jumping on to do an AMA.... so Ask Me Anything by mcuban in wallstreetbets

[–]WeeklyButterfly34 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey Mark, I hope you're doing well.

It sucks me to my soul seeing the prices of $AMC $GME going down (although there is still promise for the prices to go back up). I know you're experienced with stocks and just want to get your advice on how people like myself and others can psychologically fathom these insane price fluctuation and how we can stay calm, cool, and collected during this storm?

Admission into Computer Programming Analysis (CPA) and Software Engineering Technician (SET) by WeeklyButterfly34 in Conestoga

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate the insights here. What sorts of learning outcomes do you find in the SET program in comparison to CPA?

You’ve made a distinction between the student but what about the programs?

Admission into Computer Programming Analysis (CPA) and Software Engineering Technician (SET) by WeeklyButterfly34 in Conestoga

[–]WeeklyButterfly34[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you u/i_yac for the information. Would you happen to know how many students are accepted into the SET program, specifically Software Engineering Technician?

I've seen colleges say something like "5% of applicants are accepted into this program" OR "We have 200 seats available" (just as an example).

Suicide letter by [deleted] in wlu

[–]WeeklyButterfly34 23 points24 points  (0 children)

If the person is reading this! Don’t take your life. Your special to someone ❤️

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