A two- or three-year diploma or a degree from an accredited college or university in any of these areas:
computer engineering/technology
electronics engineering/technology
telecommunications engineering/technology
electrical engineering/technology
embedded systems development
IT network security
computer science and IT
Other relevant disciplines may also be considered that offer a significant degree of networking and telecommunications in their curriculum.
An overall average grade of B or above (as assessed by country, to Ontario standards) in the above mentioned academic programs.