NC: IT: Systems Development (Computer Programming Specialist)

The National Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Development is designed to provide learners with an undergraduate entry into the field of Information Communication and Computer Sciences, specialising in the Software Development. Learner’s will have a solid understanding of computer industry concepts and the ability to work in areas of Software Development with intermediate technical complexity Learner’s will learn how to create software solutions using popular software development tools, technologies, platforms, internet architectures and databases.

Duration

The programme duration is 1 year on a full-time basis.

Career fields

With this qualification, learners could pursue a career as a:

• Software Developer/Internet and Web Designer
• Computer Programmer
• Database Administrator
• Software Project Manager

Certification

• Upon successful completion of the whole programme, i.e. competence achieved in the summative assessments, the successful completion of the WIL component, and provided the learners PoE is found competent, the learner will receive a Damelin Results Letter outlining the unit standards covered.
• Damelin will apply to MICT SETA on the learners behalf for the National Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Development, SAQA ID 48872, NQF level 5, 131 credits to be awarded.
• Upon successful completion of the optional external examinations modules, the learner will receive MCDBA, MS.NET, PMI, SCJA and SCJP Certification at the learners own cost.

Admission Requirements

• Foundational skills in English and Mathematics at NQF level 4/Grade 12 or equivalent
• Ability to use a personal computer competently