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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Describe the principles of Computer Programming |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
14918 | Describe the principles of Computer Programming | |||
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-Fundamental | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
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 allows for further learning in this area |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
Open.
The credit value of this unit is based on a person having the prior knowledge and skills to: |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Describe problem analysis and program design techniques. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The description provides an appreciation of the steps and techniques of program maintenance. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Understand problem, devise plan, carry out plan, review solution, apply change, test & implement. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The description identifies different problem analysis techniques (at least 2). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Problem definition, Hierarchical (Top-Down) approach, Stepwise refinement, Modularity. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The description identifies different programming design techniques. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Flow charts, Structured use of language (Pseudo code). |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Describe different data representations used in computer programs. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The description distinguishes between different numeric data types (at least 3). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Binary, Decimal, Hexadecimal, Octal. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The description identifies different logical data types. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Numeric, Alphabetic, Alpha numeric, Boolean |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The description distinguishes between different internal representations of data types. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Bit, Byte, Word. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The description identifies different logical operators. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
4. And, Or, Not. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Describe the basic principles of Computer Programming. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The description identifies different algorithmic structures of programming languages. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Sequential, Selection, Loops. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The description identifies good program documentation principles (at least 3). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
General readability, Meaningful variable names, indentation, program comments. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The description identifies programming quality assurance (QA) principles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Syntax checking, Test data & test plan. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The description distinguishes between validation and verification. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
5. The description explains the relationship between files, records and fields. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Describe the principles used in designing a computer program. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The description identifies methods of specifying problems. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
program structure diagrams, decision trees, decision tables, use cases, pseudo code. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The description explains techniques used to research problems in terms of inputs and outputs. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
HIPO, Object-event diagrams, UML actors. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The description includes an evaluation of the viability of developing computer programs to solve problems and it identifies the issues in assessing the viability. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The description explains the features of a computer program that could solve a given problem. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Batch/online, User Interface Type, Keyboard/mouse driven. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
The relevant Education and Training Quality Authoriy (ETQA) must accredit providers before they can offer programs of education and training assessed against unit standards.
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 |
1. Performance of all elements is to be carried out in accordance with organisation standards and procedures, unless otherwise stated. Organisation standards and procedures may cover: quality assurance, documentation, security, communication, health and safety, and personal behaviour. An example of the standards expected is the standards found in ISO 9000 Certified Organisations.
2. Performance of all elements complies with the laws of South Africa, especially with regard to copyright, privacy, health and safety, and consumer rights. 3. All activities must comply with any policies, procedures and requirements of the organisations involved, the ethical codes of relevant professional bodies and any relevant legislative and/ or regulatory requirements. 4. Performance of all elements should be performed with a solid understanding of the use of development tools needed in the areas applicable to the unit standard. Examples of such tools are, but are not limited to CASE tools, programming language editors with syntax checking, program source version control systems. 5. Performance of all elements should make use of International capability models used for Software Development. Examples of such models include (but are not limited to) the ISO SPICE model as well as the CMM model for Software Development. |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identify, solve problems and make decisions in relation to the current systems development environments. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and or language skills in the modes of oral and/ or written persuasion when engaging with systems development. |
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. |
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):Systems Development |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 49627 | Further Education and Training Certificate: e Records Management | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2012-06-30 | |
Core | 24294 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Development | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2010-01-23 | Was MICTS until Last Date for Achievement |
Core | 78965 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Development | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MICTS |
Elective | 20184 | National Certificate: Banking | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | BANKSETA |
Elective | 61591 | National Certificate: Information Technology: End User Computing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | 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. |
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7. | Afrika Tikkun NCC |
8. | Amilak Training Center |
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11. | Atvance Institute (Pty) Ltd |
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13. | Basadipele Skills Development and Training |
14. | BEE Clinic Pty Ltd |
15. | Bells Technical College |
16. | Bokamoso Skills and Economic Development Centre |
17. | Brainwave Projects 1430 cc |
18. | Business Optimization Training Institute (Pty) Ltd |
19. | Careers IT |
20. | CHILI PEPPER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS |
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25. | COMPUSTEPS COLLEGE (PTY) LTD |
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27. | DC Academy (PTY)LTD |
28. | Decade Pulse (Pty) Ltd |
29. | Dee's Training (Pty) Ltd |
30. | Delight Computer Training |
31. | Eagle Computer Training |
32. | EAST LONDON MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE |
33. | ED-U Options Academy |
34. | Ekasi IT Solutions Centre |
35. | Ekurhuleni Artisans and Skills Training Centre Pty Ltd |
36. | Elangeni Training Institute |
37. | Elchees Software Solutions |
38. | Emalahleni Institute of Techno |
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40. | Eshybrand Pty Ltd |
41. | EYETHU NATIONAL COMPUTER COLLEGE PTY LTD |
42. | Fachs Business Consulting and Training |
43. | Finweb Business Consultancy |
44. | Foster-Melliar (Pty) Ltd |
45. | Fourways Private College |
46. | Futurekids SA (Fochville) |
47. | Gigimo Tourism Academy |
48. | Global Institute for Capacity |
49. | Greater Tzaneen Community Foundation |
50. | HAVOHEJ CONSULTANCY |
51. | Hazyview Computer College |
52. | HILLCROSS BUSINESS SCHOOL (PTY |
53. | Hlanganani ICT (Pty) Ltd |
54. | Home of Compassion/Grace Ministries |
55. | Ikusasalethu Youth Development Project NPC |
56. | iLearn Corporate Services PTY LTD |
57. | Information Technology Resource Centre |
58. | Inqubeko Institute (Pty) Ltd |
59. | IT Academy |
60. | IT-HI-Q Training (PTY) Ltd |
61. | Iyam Training Services |
62. | Jeppe College of Commerce and |
63. | K Boneng Consulting Services P |
64. | K Centre Business Enterprise (PTY) LTD |
65. | Keybase Training Solutions Cc |
66. | KN Training Specialist |
67. | KT Mobile Services |
68. | L and P Computer Academy Pty Ltd |
69. | LETAGO DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING |
70. | LIMPOPO COMPUTER COLLEGE BK |
71. | LINDAMAHLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (PTY) LTD |
72. | Loomee Group |
73. | LYFE COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIES (PTY) LTD |
74. | Makhophila Training |
75. | Malope It Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
76. | Masakhane Training and Consult |
77. | Mash Computer Training |
78. | MBOWA COLLEGE PTY LTD |
79. | Metanoia Ratings PTY LTD |
80. | MMELA VILLAGE TECHNOLOGIES (PT |
81. | Mogapi Education Group (Pty) Ltd |
82. | Motlhamme Executive Management |
83. | Moving Ahead Development Agenc |
84. | Mpande Technologies cc |
85. | Mufuka Business and Technical |
86. | Musengavhadzimu Media |
87. | Natfin Holdings Pty Ltd |
88. | NBC Technologies |
89. | NCC - Vereeniging |
90. | Ndulita Solutions |
91. | New Link Computer Skills |
92. | Nolwazi Stem Education for The |
93. | Ntandokazi Holdings Pty Ltd |
94. | NW Avuxeni Computer Academy |
95. | Nyathela Business College |
96. | Octomate Education Pty Ltd |
97. | Olrich Home of Technology |
98. | On the Ball College Pty ltd |
99. | OPELONG BUSINESS INSTITUTE (PT |
100. | Paramixed Pty Ltd |
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102. | Pioneer Business Consulting |
103. | Polokwane Technology Institute (Pty) Ltd |
104. | Pretoria Technical College |
105. | Priha Projects Pty Ltd |
106. | Progressive School of Business |
107. | Prophesy Training College (Pty) Ltd |
108. | PRX SCHOOL TEST |
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110. | QUARPHIX (PTY) LTD |
111. | Ramotec Business College |
112. | Redefine Human Capital (PTY) L |
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114. | Rostec Technical FET College (Pty) Ltd |
115. | Sabile Human Resources Consult |
116. | SANDM IT TRAINING (PTY) LTD |
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118. | Sesk Facilitation Development (PTY) LTD |
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124. | Spears Business and Life Couch Consulting (Pty) Ltd |
125. | SPLS Consultants (Pty) Ltd |
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129. | Techtisa (pty) Ltd |
130. | Terrawood |
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149. | Vukani Solutions |
150. | VUTHLARI MARKETING CONSULTING |
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152. | Wellinkwise Pty Ltd |
153. | Whitestone College |
154. | Xylo Trading 12 (Pty) Ltd |
155. | YITRO INNOVATIONS |
156. | Yonet Training Academy |
157. | ZA WIT (PTY) LTD |
158. | Zealot Business College |
159. | Zikode Development Trust |
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