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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
| Diploma in Engineering Technology in Computer Systems |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 101013 | Diploma in Engineering Technology in Computer Systems | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| University of Johannesburg | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| CHE - Council on Higher Education | HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| Diploma (Min 240) | Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences | Information Technology and Computer Sciences | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 360 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 06 | Regular-Provider-ELOAC |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
| Reregistered | EXCO 0821/24 | 2021-07-01 | 2027-06-30 | |
| LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
| 2028-06-30 | 2032-06-30 | |||
| 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 qualification replaces: |
| Qual ID | Qualification Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Min Credits | Replacement Status |
| 74080 | National Diploma: Engineering: Computer Systems | Level 6 | NQF Level 06 | 360 | Complete |
| PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
| A learner who has completed this qualification will be competent in providing professional, technical and developmental support in the computer industry. |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| Recognition of Prior Learning(RPL):
Recognition of Prior Learning(RPL) in the case of learners not complying with the formal entry requirements will be conducted following the policy and guidelines of the institution concerning the recognition of other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. Recognition takes place only where prior learning corresponds to the required National Qualifications Framework(NQF) Level, and in terms of applied competencies relevant to the content and outcomes of the qualification. Through recognition of prior learning learners may gain access, or advanced placement, or status recognition on the condition that they continue their studies at this institution. Entry Requirement: The minimum requirement is: |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| This qualification comprises of compulsory modules at National Qualifications Framework(NQF) Level 5 and 6 totalling at 306 Credits.
Compulsory Modules: Level 5, 160 Credits: Compulsory Modules: Level 6, 146 Credits: |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Apply engineering principles to diagnosed and solve well-defined engineering problems systematically.
2. Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science and engineering sciences to applied engineering procedures, processes, systems and methodologies to solve well-defined engineering problems. 3. Perform procedural design of components, systems, works, products or processes to meet desired needs usually within applicable standards, codes of practice and legislation. 4. Conduct investigations of well-defined problems through locating and searching relevant codes and catalogues, conducting standard tests, experiments and measurements. 5. Use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools including information technology for the solution of well-defined engineering problems, with an awareness of the limitations, restrictions, premises, assumptions and constraints. 6. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing within an engineering context. 7. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the impact of engineering activity on the society, economy, industrial and physical environment, and address issues by defined procedures. 8. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and apply these to one's work, as a member and leader in a technical team and to manage projects. 9. Engage in independent and life-long learning through well-developed learning skills. 10. Understand and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of technical engineering practice. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| The following Associated Assessment Criteria will be used in an integrated manner across the Exit Level Outcomes:
Integrated Assessment: Both formative and summative assessments are integral components of all modules within the programme and have an application to both traditional summative and continuous assessment, ensuring overall applied competence. In order to assess the learners' knowledge of the fundamental principles in mathematics and natural sciences underlying computer systems engineering technology, assessments methods in the form of class tests, assignments, project work and tutorials will be used. Similar assessments methods will also be utilised in determining learner's ability to apply mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences, supported by established mathematical formulae, codified engineering analysis, methods and procedures to solve well-defined computer systems engineering problems. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) has responsibility for the professional accreditation of engineering qualifications and is also a signatory of the Sydney Accord. The signatories are committed to development and recognition of good practice in engineering education. The Sydney Accord is specifically focused on academic qualifications dealing with engineering technology. The Accord acknowledges that accreditation of these academic qualifications is a crucial foundation for the practice of engineering technology in each of the countries or territories covered by the Accord. It recognises the importance of the roles engineering technologists as part of a wider engineering team. Even though the term engineering technologist is used, it is mindful that these are often termed differently within the specific jurisdictions. It also includes roles such as; certified or applied science technologists, which may also be called associate or incorporated engineers. Currently the signatories that make up the Sydney Accord include Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, USA, Malaysia, Korea and South Africa. The Exit Level Outcomes and level descriptors defined in the institution's qualification are aligned with the International Engineering Alliance's Graduate Attributes and Professional Competencies, and thus provide for transfer and employment within those countries party to the agreement. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This allows qualification for vertical articulation:
Vertical Articulation: Horizontal Articulation: |
| MODERATION OPTIONS |
| N/A |
| CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
| N/A |
| NOTES |
| N/A |
| LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification. |
| NONE |
| PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| 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. | University of Johannesburg |
| 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. |