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National Certificate: Systems Development (NQF Level 5)

The National Certificate in Systems Development (NQF Level 5) is designed for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of software development, system design, and programming. This qualification provides learners with the necessary skills to design, develop, and maintain complex software systems. It is ideal for those wishing to pursue careers as developers, programmers, and software engineers in the growing IT sector.

Price

R0

Duration

12 Months

Programme Overview Duration

Duration: Typically completed over 12 months.

Entry Requirements

  1. National Certificate: Information Technology: End-User Computing (NQF Level 3) or a related qualification in IT.
  2. Proficiency in basic programming or IT concepts is recommended.

Career Opportunities

  1. Systems Developer
  2. Application Developer
  3. Mobile App Developer
  4. Software Engineer
  5. Business Analyst (Development Focus)
  6. Database Administrator

Course Structure and Modules

  1. The qualification covers a broad range of systems development skills and concepts, including:
  2. Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) – Understanding the process from planning and design to coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
  3. Programming and Coding – Learning programming languages like Java, C+ +, C#, Python, and JavaScript, as well as frameworks and libraries for building robust applications.
  4. System Design and Analysis – Analyzing business requirements, system
  5. architecture, and designing user-centric software systems.
  6. Database Management and Integration – Working with relational and non- relational databases, understanding SQL, and integrating databases with applications.
  7. Web and Mobile Application Development – Building dynamic, responsive web applications and mobile apps, using tools and platforms like HTML5, CSS3, React, and Android or iOS development environments.
  8. Software Testing and Quality Assurance – Conducting unit tests, integration tests, and ensuring code quality and system reliability.
  9. Agile and Scrum Methodologies – Implementing modern software development frameworks like Agile, Scrum, and DevOps to improve project delivery and team collaboration.

Target Audience

  1. Aspiring software developers or programmers looking to enhance their technical expertise
  2. Individuals interested in pursuing a career in systems development, application development, or software engineering
  3. IT professionals who wish to formalize their qualifications and advance to senior development roles
  4. Learners interested in working with the latest development tools, technologies, and methodologies in a fast-paced environment.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a National Certificate:

Systems Development (NQF Level 5).

Accredited by MICT SETA (SAQA ID: 78966, 120 Credits).

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