Course
National Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Development

Course Details

  • Industry: System Development
  • Duration: 1 Year
  • Qualification: NQF level: 5

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The purpose of this qualification is to enhance readiness and provide entry into the areas of Systems Development at NQF level 5. It prepares learners for entry into the workplace or as undergraduate study in the Systems Development areas covered, providing them with the necessary knowledge needed for further study in the fields of Information Technology and Computer Sciences at Higher Education level.

A learner 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.

  • Demonstrate an understanding of Computer   Programming Principles.

  • Work effectively as a team member within a   development project environment.

  • Carry out, under supervision, a small size task to   demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge,   techniques & skills needed to understand the fundamentals of Computer Programming.

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”.