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Fredstone City College
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NC: System Development L5

SAQA ID 90674
NQF Level 6
Credit 0.125

The purpose of this qualification is to enhance readiness into the areas of system development at NQF Level 5.

R9,000.00

Course fees

12

Modules

1 year

Duration

Any time

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  • Description
  • Entry Requirement
  • Accreditation and Duration
  • Learning Material
  • Assessment and Examination
  • Certification
  • Career Paths
  • Workplace Learning

Description

Systems development is the process of defining, designing, testing, and implementing a new software application or program. It could include the internal development of customized systems, the creation of database systems, or the acquisition of third party developed software.

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 Development. A qualifying learner at this level will be a well-rounded entry-level Systems Developer with a good fundamental knowledge of the Information Technology field, coupled with interpersonal and business skills, preparing for later specialization in Systems Development fields.

Workplace Learning

This programme includes a compulsory Workplace Learning component. Workplace learning provides important opportunities for professional and personal growth. It addresses specific competencies identified for the acquisition of the qualification, which relates to the development of skills that will make the learner employable and will assist in developing his/her personal skills.

Entry Requirement

Admission requirements

Learners who want to register for this qualification must have the following;

  • Grade 12 / Matric

  • Senior Certificate

  • Any qualification equivalent to the above

Assessments

This qualification requires a Portfolio of Evidence, for this reason, learners will be formatively and summatively assessed throughout the stud period and evidence of assessment will be collected for each assessment.

A final examination will be conducted to determine the competence levels of the learner.

Certification

On successful completion of this course, the learner will be issued with a competence certificate by the Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority. (MICTSETA)

Accreditation and Duration

This course accredited by the Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority. (MICTSETA) and has a duration of 1 Year (12 Months).

Career Path

With this qualification you could enter the following careers:

  • Web developers

  • Application / Software developers

  • System administrators/Technicians

Learning Material

All learning material will be provided by the college and it remains a property of the college throughout the duration of the course.

Module Outline

L4 Modules


First Semester (January - June)

This course is made up of the following modules:


Module 1: Introduction to computer systems

Module 2: Principles of Computer Technology

Module 3: Principles of Computer Programming

Module 4: Fundamentals of Computer Programming



Second semester (July – December)

Customers Support I

Module 6: Customers Support I

Module 7: Customer Support II

Module 8: Mathematical Literacy

Communication I

Module 9: Communication II

L5 Modules


First Semester (January - June)

This course is made up of the following modules:


Module 1: Understand the role of technology in a business context.

Module 2: Advanced Computer Technology.

Module 3: Computer Programming Technology.

Module 4: Advanced Computer Programming using HTML.



Second semester (July – December)

Module 5: Advanced Computer Programming.

Module 6: Advanced Customer Support.

Module 7: Advanced Communication skills.

Module 8: Advanced Computer programming using Visual Basic and JAVA.

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