NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL): INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & COMPUTER SCIENCE Level 2-4

Information Technology & Computer Science in a nustshell

In a nutshell the Information Technology and Computer Science programme covers the interpretation of software applications, as well as the installation of network cables together with information technology principles and data processing. This programme integrates academic knowledge and theory with practical skills and values.

Entry requirements:

• A Grade 9 certificate, or
• An NQF Level 1 qualification, or
• ABET Level 4 certificate, or
• An appropriate registered equivalent programme obtained at NQF Level 1

Duration of the programme:

The qualification is a full year programme at each of the NQF levels of study. A student is issued with a certificate on successful completion of each level of study.

Career Opportunities:

• Computer Programming
• Information Technology Management
• Computer Systems Engineering
• Data Processing
• Contact Centre Operator
• Sales Management

Fundemental Subjects:

• Language
• Mathematics / Math Literacy
• Life Orientation

Vocational Subjects:

LEVEL 2:

• Introduction to Information Systems
• Electronics
• Introduction to Systems Development

LEVEL 3:

• Systems Analysis & Design
• Computer Hardware & Software
• Principles of Computer Programming

LEVEL4:

• Systems Analysis & Design
• Data Communication & Networking
• Computer Programming

Optional Subjects:

• Office Data Processing
• New Venture Creation
• Contact Centre Operations

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