System Development

COURSE BACKGROUND

Systems developers are required to create, maintain, audit and improve the IT systems within an organisation. A system developers function can extend to include database management, web programming, multimedia and writing code and more.

The work of an IT systems developer is one that requires a strong technical component and a desire to keep learning. The world of information technology is constantly changing as the world moves rapidly into the digital age.

This qualification ensures a fast-track entry into the programming and software development field, and will equip you with the skills necessary to solve problems in the context of software development, including the process of conceptualising, designing and updating software solutions. You will learn how to create software solutions using popular software development tools, technologies, platforms, internet architectures and databases.

Upon graduation, you will be able to communicate effectively with fellow IT staff and users of information technology, understanding the role of technology in a business context and to be able to address business problems with appropriate information technology solutions. You will also be able to apply the principles of creating computer software by carrying out, under limited supervision, a task of reasonable size to demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge, techniques and skills needed in one or more area of majoring/specialization that the qualification offers.

What will I learn?

Upon completing this course you will be able to:

Use 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.
Understand the role of technology in the business context.
Demonstrate basic application support skills
Demonstrate operating system support skills
Demonstrate network support skills
Relate business problems and information technology solutions
Demonstrate appropriate technical reporting skills
Demonstrate appropriate customer care in the context of IT support
Function appropriately in a change management process within a support team
Demonstrate hardware support skills for server computers
Demonstrate an understanding of Systems Support contextualized within a selected work area

Duration of Study

You may register for a maximum of 1 year. This will ensure that you complete your qualification within the required time frame (providing that you pass all modules). There are 7 Modules to complete (Credits: 185).

Maximum number of modules per semester

You may register for a maximum of 4 modules in the first semester and 3 modules in the second semester. This will ensure that you complete your qualification within the required time frame (provided that you pass the modules you registered for).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

This qualification may be achieved through the recognition of prior learning, which includes formal, informal and non-formal learning and work experience.

Achieving unit standards through RPL

Any learner wishing to be assessed to achieve credits in respect of any or all of the unit standards specified in this qualification may arrange to do so without having to attend further education or training.

Achieving the qualification through RPL

To achieve the qualification through RPL, the learner must submit him/herself to be assessed against the integrated assessment criteria of this qualification.