Information and Communications Technology SHSM
Explore how you can set goals and reflect on your experiences in the Information and Communications Technology SHSM to not only earn your specialized diploma but also achieve the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Canada at the same time.
- Computer network technicians 2281
- Telecommunications installation and repair workers 7246
- Telecommunications line and cable workers 7245
- User support technicians 2282
- Audio and video recording technicians 5225
- Broadcast technicians 5224
- Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians 2241
- Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) 2242
- Film and video camera operators 5222
- Graphic designers and illustrators 5241
- Information systems testing technicians 2283
- Railway traffic controllers and marine traffic regulators 2175
- User support technicians 2282
- Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) 2147
- Computer programmers and interactive media developers 2174
- Information systems analysts and consultants 2171
- Software engineers and designers 2173
- Technical sales specialists – wholesale trade 6221
- Desktop publishing operators and related occupations 1423
- Other trades helpers and labourers 7612
- Residential and commercial installers and servicers 7441
- Retail salespersons 6421
How you can link your SHSM experiences with Award Canada:
Example SMART Goal: Over the next 26 weeks, I will develop my programming skills by completing an online course in Python and working on small projects such as building simple apps or automating tasks. I will focus on improving my ability to write efficient code and troubleshoot errors.
Example Assessor: SHSM Lead.
ORB Category: Life and Vocational Skills
ORB Subcategory: Other : Coding
Example log for ORB: Today I worked on a Python project to create a basic calculator app, practicing how to debug my code when it didn’t compile correctly. I’m getting better at identifying coding errors.
Example SMART Goal: For the next 13 weeks, I will play basketball twice a week to build my hand-eye coordination and overall fitness. This will help me develop focus, coordination, and stamina for long hours working on computers or managing IT equipment.
Example Assessor: Basketball Coach or PE Teacher.
ORB Category: Court/Field Sports
ORB Subcategory: Basketball
Example log for ORB: Had a challenging basketball practice today, focusing on improving my passing and shooting. The fast-paced nature of the game is helping me stay focused and build endurance, which will be useful for my ICT work.
Example SMART Goal: I will volunteer in the school’s robotics club for a couple hours every week. My goal is to improve our team’s robotics competition placement – we want to get top 3 in regionals this year.
Example Assessor: Robotics Club supervisor
ORB Category: Leadership
ORB Subcategory: Leader of a Youth Club/School/Sports Club/Organisation
Example log for ORB: Helped design the base model for the regional robotics competition. Had to tweak a few of the designs but hopefully helps make it run smoother.
(Completed as a team. Participants will collaboratively establish practice and qualifying journey goals together).
Example Activity: As a team, plan and complete a tech-focused urban exploration, where you navigate a city using only digital maps and tools. Along the way, visit technology hubs and learn about how different areas are advancing in ICT, documenting your journey using photography and digital media tools.
Example Assessor or Supervisor: SHSM Lead
