What do information technology and computer science do?
Generally, computer science refers to designing and building computers and computer programs.
Information technology, on the other hand, refers to maintaining and troubleshooting those computers and their networks, systems, and databases to ensure they run smoothly.
Information Technology & Computer Science At King Hintsa TVET College
(NQF Level 2)
Duration: One year per NQF level.
Admission requirements:
- Grade 9 or higher
- ABET Level 4
- NQF level 1
To obtain a National Certificate: A total of 7 subjects: 3 Fundamental and 4 Vocational subjects.
(NQF Level 3)
Duration: One year per NQF level.
Admission requirements:
- Competency in Learning Outcomes at NQF Level 2 of the same sub-field / program.
To obtain a National Certificate: A total of 7 subjects: 3 Fundamental and 4 Vocational subjects.
(NQF Level 4)
Duration: One year per NQF level.
Admission requirements:
- Competency in Learning Outcomes at NQF Level 3 of the same sub-field / program.
To obtain a National Certificate: A total of 7 subjects: 3 Fundamental and 4 Vocational subjects.
Access to the following vocational activities:
- Test programs and software applications;
- Write computer programs;
- Install network cables for computer systems;
- Process computer data;
- Develop, research, and document computer user requirements.
Career Opportunities (depending on the optional subjects chosen): Computer Programming; Information Technology Management; Computer Systems Engineering; Data Processing.