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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Create database access for a computer application using structured query language |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
114048 | Create database access for a computer application using structured query language | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Information Systems and Technology | ||||
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 | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | 9 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | SAQA 06120/18 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2026-06-30 | 2029-06-30 |
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 does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This unit standard is intended:
People credited with this unit standard are able to: The performance of all elements is to a standard that is expected in a professional environment. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
The credit value of this unit is based on a person having prior knowledge and skills to:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
N/A |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Review the requirements for database access for a computer application using SQL. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Piecemeal development, Data sharing, Integration, Abstraction, Data Independence, Data models, Data Definition Language, Data Manipulation Language, Data Control, Language (at least 4). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The review identifies and explains the feasibility of the requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The review identifies the database access objectives and critical performance factors. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The review estimates the development effort required so that the cost may be estimated. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. A review procedure is adopted, which ensures that the outcomes meet the database access requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Design database access for a computer application using SQL. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Simple indexes, Multi-level indexes, Index-sequential file, Tree structures, SQL CREATE INDEX and DROP INDEX statements (at least 3). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The design implements user requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The design of the database structure resembles the output from the data analysis. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The structure of each table in the database adheres to the third normal form. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The methods of accessing the data are identified. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
5. The key relationships between the tables within the database are identified. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
"CREATE TABLE", "DROP TABLE", "ALTER TABLE" statements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
6. The data types for primary and foreign keys are consistent throughout the database. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Write program code for database access for a computer application using SQL. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Row types, User-defined types, User defined routines, Reference types, Collection types, Support for large objects, Stored procedures, Triggers (at least 3). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The program code implements the program design. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The program code uses language constructs that facilitate the understanding of the code. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The program code utilises the optimising features of the languages being used. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The program code uses language instructions that facilitate the understanding op the code. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
5. The program code uses language constructs that facilitate the understanding of the code. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
6. Tables joined in a query are essential to its outcome. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 |
7. The program code uses constructs that preserve the integrity of the data being accessed by multiple users and processes. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 |
8. Global data sharing is minimised to enable weak coupling, and modules exhibit functional cohesion. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Test programs for a computer application that accesses a database using SQL. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Logic tests; Access functions; Debugging. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The testing checks all program logic paths. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The testing corrects program code to eliminate errors identified through testing. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The testing verifies that the database access functions in the required environment. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The testing verifies that the database access performs according to the design requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
5. The testing verifies that the database access functions according to the design requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Document programs for a computer application that accesses a database using SQL. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Clarity; Simplicity; Ease of Use. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The documentation enhances the understanding of the program code. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The documentation complements the self-documenting attributes of the program code. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
None |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
The relevant Education and Training Quality Authority (ETQA) must accredit providers before they can offer programs of education and training assessed against unit standards.
Moderation Process Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures. |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as a member of an organisation. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage him/her self and his/her activities responsibly and effectively. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect, analyse, organise, and critically evaluate information. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem solving contexts do not exists in isolation. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING |
Contribute to his/her full personal development and the social and economic development of the society at large by being aware of the importance of: reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively, exploring education and career opportunities and developing entrepreneurial opportunities. |
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 |
Supplementary information:
Sub-Sub-Field (Domain): |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 48872 | National Certificate: Information Technology (Systems Development) | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MICTS |
Elective | 49627 | Further Education and Training Certificate: e Records Management | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2012-06-30 | |
Elective | 48573 | National Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Support | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MICTS |
Elective | 63589 | National Diploma: Geographical Information Science | Level 5 | NQF Level 05 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | CETA |
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