End User Computing ( Level 3 )
IT Colleges in Johannesburg | End-User-Computing Studies
COURSE BACKGROUND
The qualification at this level is foundational and generic, allowing maximum mobility
between qualifications. Apart from the workplace needs the qualification will address, it is
also designed as an entry-level qualification into most further education and training fields,
because of the wide application of End User Computing in any environment.
Purpose of this qualification is to teach the qualifying student the basic knowledge and understanding of using ICT in an organisation, with particular emphasis on Microsoft Word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access.
Individuals who enter this field must have the ability to learn from experience and apply that knowledge to future troubleshooting situations. This programme teaches all the fundamentals and IT principles of computers, and empowers learners to excel confidently in the digital world of End User Computing.
End User Computing provides a framework to develop skills that will enable you to become competent in End User Computing. It introduces theoretical concepts of End User Computing and requires the application thereof, to develop a range of skills that will enable learners to be better-informed workers in their chosen industry.
Communication Fundamentals
Numeracy Fundamentals
Information Communication Technology
Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Internet and Email
Project Management
Assessment is conducted as both Formative Assessment and Summative Assessments.
The Formative Assessment is covered as Continuous Assessment Tests and compilation
of a Portfolio of Evidence by the student. The Summative Assessment takes place as a
National Summative exam for First and Second Semesters. It is compulsory for all students
to complete WIL for completion of the programme.
