National Diploma: Engineering: Computer Systems
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About this qualification
This National Diploma is a 360-credit, NQF Level 6 higher-education qualification focused on computer systems within the engineering and Information Technology and Computer Sciences fields. It may provide a structured foundation for understanding and working with computer-system technologies.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in pursuing formal higher education in computer systems and related engineering or computing areas may consider this qualification. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the institution offering the qualification.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further exploration of technical work related to computer systems and computing environments. No specific approved career relationships are supplied, and the qualification should not be treated as guaranteeing employment or entry into a particular occupation.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Technical understanding of computer systems
- Systems-oriented problem solving
- Foundational computing and engineering analysis
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Diploma: Engineering: Computer Systems
- SAQA ID
- 65346
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- Central University of Technology, Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2016-10-20
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record includes a registration-end date of 20 October 2016 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this specific qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-related requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the published qualification details remain applicable.