Course
Further Education And Training Certificate: Information Technology: Technical Support

Course Details

  • Industry: Technical Support
  • Duration: 1 Year
  • Qualification: NQF level: 4

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The purpose of this qualification is to build a foundational entry into the field of Computer Sciences and Information Technology, specifically, into the field of Systems Support, covering basic knowledge needed for further study in the field of Systems Support at Higher Education Levels.

Course
Schedule

LU1: Communicate effectively in a Technical Support Environment

LU2: Mathematical Literacy

LU3: CompTIA (220 1001 and 220 1002)

LU4: Data Communications and Networking Support

LU5: Workplace experience (logbook)

Learners will be able to:
  • Communicate effectively with fellow IT staff &   users of information systems.

  • Demonstrate an understanding of different types   of computer systems and the use of computer   technology in business.

  • Demonstrate an understanding of problem-solving   techniques, and how to apply them in a technical   environment.

  • Demonstrate an understanding of Computer   Technology Principles.

  • Select and use materials and equipment safely for   technological purposes.

  • Work effectively as a team member within a   support team.

  • Carry out, under supervision, a small size task to   demonstrate knowledge of techniques & skills   needed in one or more of the following areas of   majoring/specialization:

    • Hardware and Infrastructure Support for   Personal Computers

    • Hardware and Infrastructure Support for   Office Products

    • Data Communications and Network Support

Final Summative Assessment

Duration: Submit at the end of each Learning Unit

  • Number of questions: Varies

  • Style of questions: Multiple Choice and Written

  • Pass mark: Competency

  • No negative marking

The exam result is a combination of formative and final assessment scores leading to “competency” or “no competency”.