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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Investigate the use of computer technology in an organisation |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
14912 | Investigate the use of computer technology in an organisation | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Information Systems and Technology | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences | Information Technology and Computer Sciences | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular-Fundamental | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | SAQA 06120/18 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2024-06-30 | 2027-06-30 |
In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. |
This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. |
PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD |
This unit standard is intended:
People credited with this unit standard are able to: The performance of all elements is to a standard that allows for further learning in this area. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
The credit value of this unit standard is based upon a person having the prior knowledge and skills to :
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Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Plan an investigation of the use of computer technology in an organisation. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Identify an organisation, the contact person, scope & objectives, and milestones. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The plan identifies the scope and objectives of the investigation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Global dependence on information, System concepts, Business applications. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The plan identifies an organisation that has agreed to be investigated. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Making appointments, explaining need for the investigation & getting approval. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The plan identifies requirements of the investigation from the organisation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Areas to be visited, people to be contacted, time allocations. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The plan is accepted by the primary contact person from the organisation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Acceptance should be in writing, specifying any conditions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
5. The plan specifies milestones and reporting requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Dates, Deadlines, Reports to be prepared. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Conduct an investigation of the use of computer technology in an organisation. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
As per Assessment Criteria below. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The investigation proceeds according to the investigation plan. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
As per Specific Outcome. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The investigation justifies any modifications to the plan. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Reasons; Cost-Benefit; Timeframes. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The investigation indicates progress at planned intervals. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Milestones are adhered to. Reports presented per milestones. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Describe the use of computer technology in an organisation. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
As per Assessment Criteria below. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The description identifies the planning procedures used for implementation of computer technology. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Initial investigation, Analysis, Feasibility, Design, Testing, Implementation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The description identifies the computer systems in use within the organisation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
CPU type, Peripherals, Configurations, Networks, Software. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The description outlines the personnel involved in the provision of computer systems. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
IT Managers, Vendors. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Evaluate the use of computer technology in an organisation. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Ability of system to meet user requirements (Computer architecture, hardware, software) |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The evaluation identifies the strengths of the computer systems in use. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Ability of system to meet user requirements (Computer architecture, hardware,software) |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The evaluation identifies areas of future developments based on weakness and anticipated future needs. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Ability of system to meet user requirements (Computer architecture, hardware, software) |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Present the results of an investigation of the use of computer technology in an organisation. |
OUTCOME RANGE |
Appropriate reports are presented, following industry-accepted formats. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The presentation meets the objectives of the investigation plan. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Appropriate reports are presented, following industry-accepted formats. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The results of the investigation are reviewed for accuracy with the organisation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Appropriate reports are presented, following industry-accepted formats. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The presentation communicates the results of the investigation to peers. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Appropriate reports are presented, following industry-accepted formats. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
The relevant Education and Training Quality Authority (ETQA) must accredit providers before they can offer programs of education and training assessed against unit standards.
Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures. |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
1. Performance of all elements is to be carried out in accordance with organisation standards and procedures, unless otherwise stated. Organisation standards and procedures may cover: quality assurance, documentation, security, communication, health and safety, and personal behaviour.
2. Performance of all elements complies with the laws of South Africa, especially with regard to copyright, privacy, health and safety, and consumer rights. 3. All activities must comply with any policies, procedures and requirements of the organisations involved, the ethical codes of relevant professional bodies and any relevant legislative and/ or regulatory requirements. |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as a member of an organisation. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage him/her self and his/her activities responsibly and effectively. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect, analyse, organise, and critically evaluate information. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING |
Contribute to his/her full personal development and the social and economic development of the society at large by being aware of the importance of: reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively, exploring education and career opportunities and developing entrepreneurial opportunities. |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
Sub-Sub-Field (Domain):
Information Systems and Technology Management |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Elective | 61591 | National Certificate: Information Technology: End User Computing | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 24294 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Development | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2010-01-23 | Was MICTS until Last Date for Achievement |
Elective | 78965 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Development | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MICTS |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here. |
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