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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

CREDITS: 360
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SAQQ ID: 24419
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NQF: 6




Career Fields

  • System Analyst and Designer
  • Programmer
  • Web Developer
  • Software Developer
  • IT Analyst

COURSE OVERVIEW


Information Technology professionals are responsible for the study of computer systems and
telecommunication from storing, retrieving, and sending information.
The qualification enables students to gain skills in problem-solving,
observation, communication, analysing, critical thinking, decision making,
computer literacy and competence in the application of knowledge through research methods
and practice. The programme also allows students to critically evaluate information.
Understanding how networks operate, written and spoken communication and competence in
applying knowledge through basic research methods and practice are some of the
prerequisites in this field.



Admission Requirements

A Grade 12 Certificate with admission to diploma studies
NQF level 4 qualification or equivalent
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is considered on merit and circumstances



Certification and Examination Authority

Learners will receive the following:
Diploma in Information Technology
All Examinations are set and administered by Vaal Skills Training Institute (PTY).



Study Materials

A prescribed textbook list is available from the Academic Department at the campus



Extra Classes

We offer free Saturday classes, run by qualified lecturers.



Pricing

Enquire at any of our campuses for a current programme pricelist.



TITLE CURRICULUM / COURSE OUTCOMES LEVEL
1st Year 1st Semester Subjects Information Systems, Development Software, Web Page Design, Systems Software, Technical Programming, Software Training 101
1st Year 2nd Semester Subjects Information Systems, Development Software, Web Page Design, Systems Software, Technical Programming, Software Training 102
2nd Year 1st Semester Subjects Information Systems, Development Software, Web Page Design, Systems Software, Technical Programming, Software Training 201
2nd Year 2nd Semester Subjects Information Systems, Development Software, Web Page Design, Systems Software, Technical Programming, Software Training 202
3rd Year 1st Semester Subjects Information Systems, Development Software, Web Page Design, Work-based Learning 301
3rd Year 1st Semester Subjects Business Communication, Internet Programming, Projects 101
3rd Year 2nd Semester Subjects Information Systems, Development Software, Web Page Design, Work-based Learning 302
3rd Year 2nd Semester Subjects Business Communication, Internet Programming, Projects 102


Further Studies

Students can further their studies both horizontally and vertically
Credits obtained can be used to study at our institution or other institutions subject to the
admission requirements of that institution
Credits obtained can be also be used as evidence for RPL for entrance into other qualifications



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