Diploma: Computer Technical
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About this qualification
The Diploma: Computer Technical is an NQF Level 5 qualification in the Information Technology and Computer Sciences subfield. Its title indicates a focus on the technical side of computers and related information-technology work. The recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2006, so its current availability and status should be verified before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a formal foundation in computer technology and technical information-technology work might consider this qualification, subject to confirming its current status and the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for technically oriented computer or information-technology work, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the recorded registration period ended in 2006, prospective learners should first establish whether it remains available or whether an alternative current qualification is more appropriate.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of computer technology
- Technical orientation to information-technology work
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Computer Technical
- SAQA ID
- 36081
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- Primarius Privaat Kollege (Edms)
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant official source.
- Confirm that the institution is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is approved for delivery.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection process.
- Ask the provider how learning and assessment are conducted, including whether any practical or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 36081, NQF level and credit value match the programme being advertised.
- Consider whether a current alternative qualification is available if this historical registration is no longer open for enrolment.