Information technology: Systems support SAQA ID- 48573 (NQF 5) Mict SETA

5 modules

Fully Online

1 Year 

On achieving this qualification, the learner will have competencies in:

  • Using a logical methodology to troubleshoot the common types of hardware and software problems typically encountered in  the day-to-day operations of a department in an organization;
  • Understanding the role of technology in the business context;
  • Demonstrating basic application support skills;
  • Demonstrating operating system support skills;
  • Demonstrating network support skills;
  • Relating business problems and information technology solutions;
  • Demonstrating appropriate technical reporting skills;
  • Demonstrating appropriate customer care in the context of IT support;
  • Functioning appropriately in a change management process within a support team;
  • Demonstrating hardware support skills for server computers; and
  • Demonstrating an understanding of Systems Support contextualised within a selected work area.

Pre-requisites / Assumed Learning

Learners accessing this Qualification should be competent in:

  • Communication at NQF level 4 (Grade 12)
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF level 4 (Grade 12)
  • Computer Literacy

Further Study Options

Learners completing this qualification may consider further studies in:

  • Information Technology at National Diploma level

Qualification Accreditations

  • Theoretical Component:                        
  • Practical Component:                             
  • Contact Sessions:                                
  • Assessments Required:                     
  • Portfolio Required:                              

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  • Module 5:                                                

Required Qualification Course Credit Composition

Core Component Credits (Compulsory)                                                                                                                                                                                  77

Fundamental Components Credits (Compulsory)                                                                                                                                                                40

Elective Component Credits (Compulsory)                                                                                                                                                                            30

TOTAL QUALIFICATION CREDITS                                                                                                                                                                                               147

Accredited Unit Standards: Business Administration Services (SAQA ID. 67465) - NQF 3

Unit Standard

Unit Standard Title

Credits

Core Component (Compulsory)

Administer a local computer network

114054

7

Demonstrate an understanding of different computer network architectures and standards

114074

5

Demonstrate an understanding of issues affecting the management of a local area computer network (LAN)

114046

4

Demonstrate an understanding of local area computer networks, by installing a networked workstation

114060

5

Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of Multi-User computer Operating systems

114058

7

Demonstrate an understanding of Wide Area Computer Networks (WAN`s), comparing them with Local Area Networks 

114061

5

Demonstrate appropriate customer care in the context of IT support, according to a Service Level Agreement

114052

8

Describe enterprise systems management and its role in IT systems support

114056

3

Design a local area computer network for a departmental office environment

114075

5

Install and commission a local area computer network

114072

9

Install and configure a multi-user networked operating system

114047

9

Monitor and maintain a multi-user networked operating system

114053

6

Test Networked IT systems against given specifications

114066

4

CORE CREDITS

77

Unit Standard

Unit Standard Title

Credits

Fundamental Component (Compulsory)

Work as a project team member

10135

8

Apply the principles of resolving problems for single-user and multi-user computer operating systems

114183

7

Conduct a technical practitioners meeting

114051

4

Demonstrate an awareness of ethics and professionalism for the computer industry in South Africa

114055

3

Demonstrate an understanding of estimating a unit of work and the implications of late delivery

114059

5

Explain the principles of business and the role of information technology

114050

4

Writing business reports in Retail/Wholesale practices

8252

6

Use computer technology to research a computer topic

114076

3

Studies and Assessment

Networks and Security Systems

Database and Change Management

Computer Cabling

Server System

Advanced Server System

Qualification Modules

Unit Standard

Unit Standard Title

Credits

Elective Component (Learner to complete a minimum of 30 credits)

Create database access for a computer application using structured query language

114048

9

Demonstrate an understanding of Computer Database Management Systems

114049

7

Install a server computer and peripherals

114063

7

Install and commission multi-user application software for a server computer

114064

5

Install and commission multi-user system software on a server computer

114073

7

Install high-volume/High-Speed computer cabling for server computer system

114057

10

Maintain and repair a server computer module level

114065

10

Assemble a server computer and peripherals from modules

114062

5

Fundamental Credits

40

40

Fundamental Credits

Maintain and repair computer printers

114182

3

Maintain and repair facsimile (fax) machines

114067

3

Maintain and repair high-volume photocopier machines

114070

5

Maintain and repair photocopier machines

114071

4

Maintain and repair scanning systems

114068

4

Maintain and repair server computer peripherals to module level

114077

10

Operate an enterprise server computer systems

114045

6

Maintain and repair colour photocopiers/printers

114042

5

Support a local area computer network

114043

10

Administer security systems for a multi- user computer system

114069

15

Demonstrate an understanding of change management for computer systems

114044

3

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Qualification Overview

The IT: Systems Support Learnership is designed to develop well-rounded IT professionals, building on

foundational technical skills. This qualification expands specialisation into the core field of networking and

support.

  • Online or Blended                       
  • Place of work or Host Company
  • NA - Online
  • Yes, Intergrated Assessment
  • Yes