PURPOSE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: END USER COMPUTING
This program is aimed at providing the learner with the skills to access, process and produce information using a computer with various applications. This programme is well suited to individuals who are required to work with, capture or produce data using computer-based processes in a commercial environment.
Learners enrolled in the programme work with and process data using a computer and related applications. Learners specialise in network and computer structure and architecture.
TITLE : | National Certificate : Information Technology – End User Computing NQF 3 |
SAQA ID : | 61591 |
ACCREDITING AUTHORITY : | MICT SETA |
PROGRAMME DURATION : | 30% Theory 70% Work based practical learning |
CREDITS | 136 |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES:
On completion of this qualification learners are able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of applying Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based Word Processing Application skills in the Workplace.
- Demonstrate an understanding of applying Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based Presentation Application skills in the Workplace.
- Demonstrate an understanding of applying GUI-based Spreadsheet Application skills in the Workplace.
- Demonstrate an understanding of applying GUI-based Electronic Mail Application skills in the Workplace.
- Demonstrate an understanding of applying GUI-based Web Browser Application skills in the Workplace.
- Improve Communication by combining communication skills with End User Computing skills.
- Improve the application of mathematical literacy in the workplace, by better utilising End User Computing Applications.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the use of Information Communications & Technology (ICT) in an organisation & the impact it has on societies.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Candidates must be between 18 – 29 years of age (disabled candidates can be older)
- Candidates must be a South African citizen
- Minimum passed Grade 11 ( Grade 10 for disabled candidates)
- Physically disabled candidates accepted
- BOTH English and Mathematics must be at ABET Level 2
UNIT STANDARDS : |
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TYPE | SAQA ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Core | 117925 | Describe the concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and the use of its components in a healthy and safe manner |
NQF Level 02 | 3 |
Core | 116935 | Enhance, edit and organise electronic messages using a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based messaging application |
NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Core | 117923 | Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based presentation application to prepare and produce a presentation according to a given brief |
NQF Level 02 | 5 |
Core | 116937 | Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based spreadsheet application to create and edit spreadsheets |
NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Core | 116931 | Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based web-browser to search the Internet |
NQF Level 02 | 4 |
Core | 117924 | Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based word processor to format documents |
NQF Level 02 | 5 |
Core | 116945 | Use electronic mail to send and receive messages | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
Core | 116936 | Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based database application to work with simple databases |
NQF Level 03 | 3 |
Core | 116930 | Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based presentation application to enhance presentation appearance |
NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Core | 116940 | Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based spreadsheet application to solve a given problem |
NQF Level 03 | 6 |
Core | 116942 | Use a GUI-based word processor to create merged documents |
NQF Level 03 | 3 |
Core | 119078 | Use a GUI-based word processor to enhance a document through the use of tables and columns |
NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Core | 115391 | Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of the internet and the world-wide-web |
NQF Level 04 | 3 |
Core | 114076 | Use computer technology to research a computer topic |
NQF Level 04 | 3 |
Core | 116943 | Using a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based spreadsheet application, enhance the functionality and apply graph /charts to a spreadsheet |
NQF Level 04 | 3 |
Fundamental | 8968 | Accommodate audience and context needs in oral communication |
NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Fundamental | 9010 | Demonstrate an understanding of the use of different number bases and measurement units and an awareness of error in the context of relevant calculations |
NQF Level 03 | 2 |
Fundamental | 13915 | Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of HIV/AIDS in a workplace, and its effects on a business sub-sector, own organisation and a specific workplace |
NQF Level 03 | 4 |
Fundamental | 9013 | Describe, apply, analyse and calculate shape and motion in 2-and 3-dimensional space in different contexts |
NQF Level 03 | 4 |
Fundamental | 9012 | Investigate life and work related problems using data and probabilities | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Fundamental | 11241 | Perform Basic Business Calculations | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
Fundamental | 8973 | Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes |
NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Fundamental | 7456 | Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal, business and national issues |
NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Fundamental | 8970 | Write texts for a range of communicative contexts | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Fundamental | 110023 | Present information in report format | NQF Level 04 | 6 |
Elective | 258883 | Use generic functions in a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-environment |
NQF Level 01 | 4 |
Elective | 114636 | Demonstrate an understanding of preventative maintenance, environmental and safety issues in a computer environment |
NQF Level 03 | 6 |
Elective | 14913 | Explain the principles of computer networks | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
Elective | 7785 | Function in a business environment | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
Elective | 13931 | Monitor and control the maintenance of office equipment |
NQF Level 03 | 4 |
Elective | 117156 | Interpret basic financial statements | NQF Level 04 | 4 |
Elective | 117927 | Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based database application to solve a given problem |
NQF Level 04 | 6 |