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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: |
Describe the concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and the use of its components in a healthy and safe manner |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
117925 | Describe the concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and the use of its components in a healthy and safe manner | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Computer Sciences and Information Systems | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences | Information Technology and Computer Sciences | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular-Fundamental | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
Reregistered | 2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | SAQA 06120/18 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2024-06-30 | 2027-06-30 |
In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. |
This unit standard replaces: |
US ID | Unit Standard Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Credits | Replacement Status |
7546 | Describe the application and impact as well as social implications of information technology | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 | Complete |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This unit standard is intended for people who need a fundamental understanding of the concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) either as a user of computers or as basic knowledge for a career needing this competency, like the ICT industry. People credited with this unit standard are able to:
The performance of all elements is to a standard that allows for further learning in this area. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
The credit value of this unit standard is calculated assuming a person is competent in the following:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
N/A |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Describe the components of Information and Communication Technologies. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Types of computers are described in terms of their size, application, and relation to each other. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Types of computers - at least five of: mainframes, minicomputers, personal computers, network computers(thin clients), laptop computers, multimedia computers, personal digital assistants (PDA). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The components of a personal computer are described in terms of their role in the system as a whole is described. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Input, output, storage, peripherals, ROM, Ports (Serial, Parallel, USB). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The major components of ICT is described in terms of their relationship to each other. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Components include but is not limited to: Client computers (typically PCs), Various Networks (LANs & WANs), server computers, the Internet. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Describe the hardware components of a personal computer. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The Central Processing Unit (CPU) is described in terms of its purpose and functions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The Memory of a personal computer is defined in terms of memory size, the types of memory and their purpose. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
At least two of: Memory types: RAM, ROM, ROM-BIOS, Video memory, PROM. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Input devices are identified and described in terms of their purpose and functions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
At least six of: Mouse, keyboard, trackball, microphone, touchpad, light pen, scanner, joystick, digital camera. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Output devices are identified and described in terms of the variety, their purpose and functions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
At least four of: Monitors (Visual Display Units (VDU)), printers, plotters, speakers, speech synthesisers, microfilm (microfiche). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Input/output devices are identified and described in terms of their purpose and function. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Touchscreen, modem. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
Storage devices are identified and described in terms of their purpose, capacity and functioning. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
At least three of: Floppy/stiffy disks, hard disks, magnetic tape streamers, CD-ROM, ZIP drives and cartridges, flash disks. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Describe software for personal computers. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The types of software are described in terms of purpose. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Operating system software, applications software. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Operating system software is defined in terms of its function, providing examples of current OS software commonly in use. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Functions include but not limited to: Interface to hardware, interface between application software, interface to printing.OS software include but is not limited to: MS Windows, UNIX, Lunix, Macintosh. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Applications software is defined and examples of applications software types and the specific application for each is described. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
At least 3 of: word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, desktop publishing, multimedia applications, internet applications. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Describe information networks in relation to ICT. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
"Data communication" is defined in terms of its different forms of data communication and examples given. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The networking of computers are explained in terms fo its use, advantages and disadvantages. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The terms LAN and WAN are explained in terms of their scope and usage. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Distinguish between same graphical area and wide spread area. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Different types of telephone network connections used for access to the Internet are explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Any 2 of: Analogue (Pulse), Digital (Tone), ADSL (Direct), Wireless. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Describe ergonomic principles for computer workstations. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The ergonomic principles for computer workstations are explained in terms of their application and purpose. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Environmental conditions relating to ergonomics of computer workstations are explained in terms of their impact on personal well being. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
At least two of the following: environmental conditions: lighting, ventilation, VDU positioning, VDU glare, seating, position and use of input devices (e.g. keyboard, mouse), breaks away from the computer. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 |
Explain health and safety when working with computers. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Current legislation related to health and safety in the ICT environment are identified and explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Personal injuries related to incorrect ergonomics when working with computers are explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
At least two of the following: back pain, neck pain, repetitive strain injury (RSI), eye strain. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Common precautions that can be taken when working with computers are explained in terms of how they ensure safe working environment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
At least two of the following: trailing power leads and/or cables, insecure power leads, worn or frayed power leads, overloaded power points. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
ICT working practices are explained in terms of ways to minimise the effect of working practices on the immediate environment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
At least two of the following: recycling paper, recycling ink/toner cartridges, redundant peripheral devices, low power options on devices, use of "standby" or "sleep" modes for devices, digital formats for communication and storage of documents. Effects can be harmful or positive. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 |
A computer workstation is set up taking ergonomic principles and health and safety issues into account. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The computer workstation is set up taking ergonomic principles into account. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Ergonomic principles include but are not limited to: lighting, VDU position, seating, position and use of input devices (e.g. keyboard, mouse). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
A computer workstation is set up taking health and safety issues into account. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Health and safety issues include but are not limited to: Power leads, cables, power points. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
The relevant Education and Training Quality Authority (ETQA) must accredit providers before they can offer programmes of education and training assessed against unit standards.
Moderation Process: |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identify and solve problems in which responses display that decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made by understanding the impact of using a computer in an unsafe manner. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively by ensuring that the correct ergonomic structures are in place before using a computer. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others by using a computer in a safe and secure manner. |
UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA |
N/A |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
This unit standard has replaced 7546 which was " Describe the application and impact as well as social implications of information technology", Level 2, 5 credits.
Supplementary Information: a. Assessor Notes: b. Abbreviations: |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 61591 | National Certificate: Information Technology: End User Computing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Reregistered | 2021-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 61755 | General Education and Training Certificate: Business Practice | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | SERVICES |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here. |
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28. | Bophelo Tota ICT Driving Academy (Pty) Ltd |
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33. | Cape Town Society for the Blind |
34. | Careers IT (Pty) Ltd |
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38. | College Africa Group (Pty) Ltd |
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40. | Commerce and Computer College of South Africa |
41. | CompEd IT Training |
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45. | Critical Skills Training (Pty) Ltd |
46. | CTU Training Solutions |
47. | Cyber College of Business and Technology |
48. | CYBER MINDS (PTY) LIMITED |
49. | Daily Training Cc |
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54. | Delight Computer Training |
55. | Denwin's Computer & Business School |
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60. | Eagle High IT Training |
61. | Eastern Cape Academy of Technology |
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68. | Eskilz College (Pty) Ltd |
69. | Fachs Business Consulting and Training |
70. | Falcon Business Institute (Pty) Ltd |
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73. | Far North Youth Development Initiative |
74. | Far-Ahead Computer Training Centre Cc |
75. | Forek Institute of Technology (Pty) Ltd |
76. | Fort Hare Solutions (PTY) LTD |
77. | Foster-Melliar |
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81. | Gabasega Consulting and Training Centre |
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83. | Gauteng College of Engineering and Technology (PTY) LTD |
84. | GDE Science Education Centre |
85. | Gegana Computer Academy and Business Solutions cc |
86. | Gijima Holdings (Pty) Ltd |
87. | Golden Step Campus (Pty) Ltd. |
88. | Goldfields TVET College |
89. | Goodwill Institute Of Technology |
90. | Gurandbuilt Management Development |
91. | Hazyview Computer College |
92. | Hlanganani ICT (Pty) Ltd |
93. | I.C.E Computer College |
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104. | IT SA Computer Services Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
105. | IT Schools Innovation (Pty) Ltd |
106. | Jeppe College of Commerce and Computer Studies |
107. | Johannesburg Institute of Engineering & Technology |
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112. | Keybase Training Solutions Cc |
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115. | KIB College (Pty) Ltd |
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127. | Leseding Computer Systems (Pty) Ltd |
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131. | Loja Trading cc |
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133. | M-cot Corporate Training |
134. | Mackeys Computing (Pty) Ltd |
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139. | Mash Computer Training |
140. | Mass Computer Training And Printers |
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142. | Modise Computer College |
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145. | Mosadikago Trading Cc |
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147. | Mourema Computer Training Centre |
148. | MP Avuxeni Computer Academy |
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150. | Mpisholo Training Solutions |
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152. | MSC Education Holdings Pty Ltd |
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154. | Mveelaphanda Development and Projects cc |
155. | Mvelelo Graphic Design cc |
156. | Ndabezitha Life Skills Training Institute |
157. | Neftin Computers & Electronics |
158. | NET2G Technologies (Pty) Ltd t/a IT SCHOOL |
159. | NetCampus (Pty) Ltd. |
160. | New Link Computer Skills |
161. | Nextgen Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
162. | Ngubeni Corporation |
163. | Nicoflora Computers & PC Engineering (Pty) Ltd |
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169. | Overcomers Training College (Pty) Ltd |
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190. | Silulo Ulutho Technologies |
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192. | Siyabonga Multi - Purpose Centre |
193. | Siyafunda Community Technology Centre |
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199. | Springfield Training (Pty) Ltd |
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210. | Torque Technical Computer Training (Pty) Ltd |
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