Short Learning Programme in Technical Support

Short Learning Programme in Technical Support
Programme Type: Short Course
Faculty: Technology
Available Study Modes

Programme Overview

Next Start Dates Based on applicable nearest academic block start dates.
Supported Campuses Campuses listed are where this programme is offered. For online modes, campuses are access points for student services only.
Duration Duration varies by study mode.

Programme details

The specialised Short Learning Programme in Technical Support is intensive and career-orientated. Opening the door to tomorrow's world of work, it acts as a powerful launchpad to further studies in any of our Higher Certificates in Information Systems (IS). Build the knowledge and skills for work in a range of technical or support functions in the IT industry.

This Short Learning Programme provides you with a sound theoretical foundation of, and practical experience in operating system, computer systems and networking. The emphasis throughout is on technical application and on identifying and solving hardware-related problems. The core subject areas include A+, Network+ and Windows Server.

You also cover two broad topics that will be useful in any computer and business environment, namely Computer Literacy and Personal Skills Development. Our cutting-edge facilities such as computer labs, IS open learning areas, hardware pods and smart pods, will prepare you for the real IT work environment of the future.

What’s more, you will start developing essential skills for the workplace, especially for the IT industry, such as analysing and solving real problems, applying logic, being innovative and adaptable, collaborating in team situations and communicating effectively.

Entry Requirements Important

• South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor’s degree, Diploma or Higher Certificate endorsement.
• Or a National Certificate (Vocational) level 4 issued by the Council of General and Further Education and Training with Bachelor’s degree, Diploma or Higher Certificate endorsement.
• Or a certificate of evaluation on a minimum NQF level 4 for foreign qualification confirmed by SAQA.
• Or a letter or certificate confirming an exemption from Universities South Africa (USAf) for any other school-leaving results.
• Or completion of a Bachelor’s degree, Diploma, Higher Certificate or equivalent.

Pricing

From R40 632 per year (based on full settlement payment option) - excluding hardware/software requirements. Please consult the fee structure for additional information.

The career choices for you, as a Short Learning Programme
in IT Engineering graduate, include junior positions in:
• Network administration
• IT support
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft)
• Personal Skills Development
• A+
• Network+
• Linux Operating System
• Windows Server
• Hyper-V Fundamentals
• Wireless Networks and Security
• Final – Information Technology Engineering
• It is an Eduvos programme with modules that may articulate into the accredited Higher Certificates in Information Systems (Web Development, Engineering and Software Development), at NQF level 5.
• This Short Learning Programme is not accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC), nor is it registered with the South African Qualifications authority (SAQA). However, the modules within the Short Learning Programme contain the accredited NQF level 5 modules which allows for direct articulation into the full qualifications.

International students are welcome to apply for this programme. For international student requirements please kindly check International Students Admissions.

Accepting applications from:

AngolaBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelizeBotswanaBruneiBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaColombiaCyprusDR CongoDominicaEritreaEswatiniEthiopiaFijiGabonGambiaGhanaGrenadaGuyanaIndiaIrelandIsraelItalyJamaicaJordanKenyaKiribatiKuwaitLesothoLiberiaMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaltaMarshall IslandsMauritiusMicronesiaMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNetherlandsNigeriaOmanPakistanPalauPapua New GuineaPhilippinesQatarRwandaSaint LuciaSamoaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSolomon IslandsSouth AfricaSouth SudanSri LankaSudanSwazilandTanzaniaTongaTrinidad and TobagoTuvaluUgandaUAEUnited KingdomUnited StatesVanuatuZambiaZimbabwe

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