National Certificate: Engineering: Computer System
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About this qualification
This is a National Certificate at NQF Level 5 in the Information Technology and Computer Sciences field, with an engineering focus on computer systems. It represents a qualification-level pathway for people seeking knowledge related to computer-system technologies.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in the engineering and technical side of computer systems, particularly those exploring study or work related to information technology and computer sciences, might consider this qualification. This is general guidance and not an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further exploration of computer-systems and information-technology-related work or study. No specific related careers are mapped here, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Engineering: Computer System
- SAQA ID
- 1579
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- Committee of Technikon Principals
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration and enrolment status before making any decision. The recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2006, so readers should establish whether it is still available or has been replaced.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the provider's offering corresponds to the approved qualification.
- Check the provider's admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether any practical, laboratory or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID and NQF level on the provider's documentation, and obtain written information about the qualification before paying fees.