National Certificate: Information Technology and Computer Science
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Introduction to Information systems
Electronics
Introduction to Systems Development
OPTIONAL
Contact Centre Operations |
Systems analysis and design
Computer hardware and software
Principles of computer programming
OPTIONAL
Contact Centre operations |
System Analysis and design
Data communication and Networking
Computer programming
OPTIONAL
Contact Centre Operations | What is Information Technology and Computer Science in a nutshell?
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.
Which are the fundamental subjects?
The 3 fundamental subjects are:
- Language which must at least be a language of teaching and learning,
- Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy and
- Life Orientation.
What are the vocational subjects in Information Technology and Computer Science?
The vocational subjects in Information Technology and Computer Science are:
- Introduction to Information Systems
- Introduction to Systems Development
- Computer Hardware and Software
- System Analysis and Design
- Electronics
- Contact Centre Operations
These subjects are offered at each of the different NQF Levels of study in the National Certificate (Information Technology and Computer Science) qualification.
What Vocational activities would this give you access to?
The holder of the National Certificate (Information Technology and Computer Science) will be able to:
- Test Programmes and software applications
- Write computer programmes
- Install network cables for computer systems
- Process computer data
- Develop, research and document computer user requirements
What are the career opportunities after completing the National Certificate (Information Technology and Computer Science)?
The National Certificate (Information Technology and Computer Science) provides an opportunity to access any one of the careers listed below:
- Computer Programming
- Information Technology Management
- Computer Systems Engineering
- Data Processing
- Contact Centre Operator
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Information Technology & Computer Science