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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Operate a computer workstation in a business environment |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
114979 | Operate a computer workstation in a business environment | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Insurance and Investment | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies | Finance, Economics and Accounting | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
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 for learners who use a computer in a business environment. It is an introduction to basic computer literacy.
The qualifying learner is capable of: |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
Learners should:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
The typical scope of this Unit Standard is:
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Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Explain basic IT concepts. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The concepts hardware and software are explained and an indication is given of when and how they work together. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The concept of a computer virus is explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Policies relating to IT in a specific organisation are interpreted and an indication is given of the consequences of non-compliance. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
he difference between a stand alone and network system is explained and an indication is given of the implications of each type of system for the user. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
The security access in a particular organisation is explained with references to policies and standards. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
The importance of backing up is explained with reference to the standards of a specific organisation. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Identify and operate the hardware in a specific workstation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The hardware connected to a specific workstation is identified and an indication is given of where the peripherals are located in the building. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The computer is switched on and the keyboard or mouse is used to log on. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The use of the keyboard and mouse is demonstrated for a specific purpose. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Use a computer operating system. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The software loaded on a specific workstation is identified and an indication is given of the use of each application. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Ability to navigate the operating system is demonstrated for specific tasks. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
Simple default settings on a system are customised to suit individual needs with reference to company policy. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The basic structure of an electronic filing system is explained with reference to drive, directory, folders, files and file types. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
Techniques for managing files in an operating system are demonstrated including, but not limited to, creating folders and copying, moving, deleting, renaming and sorting files and folders. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
The help function is demonstrated for three different tasks. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Demonstrate basic maintenance procedures. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
Basic maintenance functions are demonstrated for a specific operating system and an indication is given of when to ask for help. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
Procedures to follow when a system stops working are explained with examples. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The logging off process is demonstrated correctly. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
Procedures to be followed if a virus is suspected are explained with reference to a specific organisation's policies. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
This Unit Standard will be internally assessed by the provider and moderated by a moderator registered by a relevant accredited ETQA or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant accredited ETQA. |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
The learner can use technology effectively by operating a computer workstation in a business environment. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
The learner can demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by identifying the impact of viruses on an operating system. |
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 |
N/A |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 49089 | National Certificate: Financial Services | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | INSETA |
Core | 63269 | National Certificate: Gaming Operations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | CATHSSETA |
Core | 58143 | National Certificate: Music Industry Practice | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | CATHSSETA |
Core | 60369 | National Certificate: Strata Control Operations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MQA |
Core | 66071 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Computer Aided Drawing Office Practice (CAD) | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | CETA |
Core | 66609 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Retail Insurance | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 48783 | National Certificate: Financial Services | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | INSETA |
Elective | 58011 | National Certificate: Acoustic Piano Back-framing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | CATHSSETA |
Elective | 49772 | National Certificate: Archaeology | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2012-06-30 | CATHSSETA |
Elective | 78524 | National Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 78923 | National Certificate: Autotronics | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MERSETA |
Elective | 58577 | National Certificate: General Security Practices | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | SAS SETA |
Elective | 49688 | National Certificate: Victim Empowerment | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | HW SETA |
Elective | 49256 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Counselling | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | HW SETA |
Elective | 67461 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Event Support | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 49649 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Long-term Insurance | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | INSETA |
Elective | 66610 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Short Term Insurance | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-07-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
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. |
1. | ADCORP TECHNICAL TRAINING (PTY) LTD |
2. | Alpha K9 Solutions Pty Ltd |
3. | Arctic Fox Security |
4. | ATLEGANG CONSULTING CC |
5. | AVK9 Pty Ltd |
6. | B and K Security Services |
7. | BKL Group Pty Ltd |
8. | Blackpearl Solutions |
9. | BRIGHTSTAR SECURITY SERVICE AND CLEANING CC |
10. | BRM Management Solutions Pty Ltd |
11. | Buyisa Security Services |
12. | BYL Security Group Pty Ltd |
13. | BZN SAFETY AND SECURITY ACADEMY PTY LTD |
14. | Calaska Trading 189 |
15. | CC Protection and Investigation Services Kimberley |
16. | Chithi Holdings |
17. | COLLIERY TRAINING COLLEGE (PTY) LTD |
18. | Combined Private Investigations Pty Ltd |
19. | D & K MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS |
20. | DHW SECURITY AND TRAINING SERVICES |
21. | Focus Africa Advisory |
22. | George B Security Seervices |
23. | GEOSTRAT TRAINING |
24. | Getsmarter |
25. | Gogontle Security and Maintanacy Services |
26. | Gundo Security and Supply LebowaKgomo |
27. | Hafha Security and Training |
28. | HARMONY GOLD MINING CO LTD |
29. | Horizon Risk Management |
30. | Ijaba Security Services |
31. | INTEGRATED SECURITY AND MANGEMENT SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD |
32. | IPID Investigation |
33. | JC Safety and Security Pty Ltd |
34. | Kwamandla Protection |
35. | Legacy ATKV SAKE (PTY) LTD |
36. | Mamba Training Academy Pty Ltd |
37. | Manganda Security |
38. | Mapasa Security Security Services Pty Ltd |
39. | Maphotho Security Training and Guarding Division |
40. | Mashushe ETDP Trading and Projects |
41. | MIDI GENERAL TRADING PTY LTD |
42. | MMASEBKO TRAINING SECURITY CENTRE |
43. | Mtomntwana Roadmarking Pty Ltd |
44. | Mvikeli Production Services |
45. | Nanikie Security Guard |
46. | National Security and fire Pty Ltd |
47. | Noctuam Training Academy |
48. | Octaves Group |
49. | PALABORA COPPER (PTY) LTD |
50. | PRSS Guarding Services |
51. | Redefined Skills Training & Development (Pty) Ltd |
52. | Risk Management Group |
53. | SA Crime Patrols Durban North |
54. | SAHARA EDUCATION. TRAINING. DEVELOPMENT |
55. | SASOL GLOBAL LEARNING |
56. | SIBANYE GOLD ACADEMY PROPRIETARY LIMITED |
57. | Sleeve Rolles Ready to Work Pty Ltd |
58. | Solutionsupply Pty Ltd |
59. | SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE ACADEMY CHATSWORTH |
60. | TELLUMAT |
61. | Thikhedzo Security and Protection Services |
62. | THOPAS SECURITY SERVICES |
63. | Thudima Trading |
64. | THUNGELA OPERATIONS (PTY) LTD |
65. | TMC Consulting and Projects Pty Ltd |
66. | Total Recall Security and Investigation |
67. | Tradegold Trading and Projects |
68. | TSHAKHWILO TRADING ENTERPRISE |
69. | Vanguard Intergrated Services |
70. | Vision DCI |
71. | Wolf Guarding Solutions Pty Ltd |
72. | Xhobani Security Services Cc |
73. | XTRACT TRAINING SERVICES (SA)(PTY)LTD |
All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |