INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN ICT IN COM NETWORKS
Course Aim:
The Advanced Diploma is a fourth-year career-focused qualification offered by the Department of Information Technology. The course is designed to enable a student to not only apply the concepts and skills of the specialisation sufficiently for a smooth transition into the workplace but also to operate on a higher level in order to solve complex problems adapting to the requirements of the organisation's environment.
An Advanced Diploma graduate is expected to acquire and develop sufficient knowledge to solve complex problems in an ethical and professional manner by obtaining, processing, evaluating, managing and communicating related information using a range of suitable methods within the area of study as indicated by the different specialisations purpose statements. Students must also have the ability to interpret and discuss new knowledge, to critically evaluate facts, to apply this in practice and to solve problem situations in practice. In addition to acquiring more advanced skills, the emphasis is also placed on developing a person who is skilful, with a good understanding of his/her role in society. Therefore, the three core components of knowing, doing and being are developed for meaningful engagement in the IT discipline and practice on the appropriate level.
Opportunities:
Upon successful completion of all units in this course, students are eligible for the Advanced Diploma in Information and Communication Technology: Communication Networks. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
• Network Engineer
• ICT networking specialist
• Systems/network administrator
• Network analyst
In addition, graduates may find themselves able to apply their skill sets to the following related occupations: ICT service managers; ICT project manager; IT manager; ICT trainer; ICT account manager; ICT professional; and systems analyst.
Admission requirements:
A 360 credit Diploma in ICT in the field of specialisation with an average of 60% for the major subjects in the third year of the qualification.
A 360 credit National Diploma in IT with an average of 60% for the major subjects in the third year of the qualification.
A consonant diploma or degree qualification relevant to the specialisation field or any relevant computer science degree with a minimum of 60% in the final year of the qualification.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum admission requirements may be considered for admission based on recognition of prior learning, and/or prior work experience provided there are space available.
Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Syllabus and fees
Offering type: FULLTIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUSOffering type: PART-TIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Isaac Paul
+27 21 460 3043
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ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN ICT IN COM NETWORKS
Course Aim:
The Advanced Diploma is a fourth-year career-focused qualification offered by the Department of Information Technology. The course is designed to enable a student to not only apply the concepts and skills of the specialisation sufficiently for a smooth transition into the workplace but also to operate on a higher level in order to solve complex problems adapting to the requirements of the organisation's environment.
An Advanced Diploma graduate is expected to acquire and develop sufficient knowledge to solve complex problems in an ethical and professional manner by obtaining, processing, evaluating, managing and communicating related information using a range of suitable methods within the area of study as indicated by the different specialisations purpose statements. Students must also have the ability to interpret and discuss new knowledge, to critically evaluate facts, to apply this in practice and to solve problem situations in practice. In addition to acquiring more advanced skills, the emphasis is also placed on developing a person who is skilful, with a good understanding of his/her role in society. Therefore, the three core components of knowing, doing and being are developed for meaningful engagement in the IT discipline and practice on the appropriate level.
Opportunities:
Upon successful completion of all units in this course, students are eligible for the Advanced Diploma in Information and Communication Technology: Communication Networks. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
• Network Engineer
• ICT networking specialist
• Systems/network administrator
• Network analyst
In addition, graduates may find themselves able to apply their skill sets to the following related occupations: ICT service managers; ICT project manager; IT manager; ICT trainer; ICT account manager; ICT professional; and systems analyst.
Admission requirements:
A 360 credit Diploma in ICT in the field of specialisation with an average of 60% for the major subjects in the third year of the qualification.
A 360 credit National Diploma in IT with an average of 60% for the major subjects in the third year of the qualification.
A consonant diploma or degree qualification relevant to the specialisation field or any relevant computer science degree with a minimum of 60% in the final year of the qualification.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum admission requirements may be considered for admission based on recognition of prior learning, and/or prior work experience provided there are space available.
Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Syllabus and fees
Please note:
The fees reflected here are for the 2024 academic year, and are subject to change for 2025.Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.
Prepare this quote for:
FOURTH YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)
Compulsary subject(s)
COMMUNICATION NETWORKS PRACTICE (CNP470S)
R 7,800.00
COMMUNICATION NETWORKS THEORY (CNT470S)
R 7,800.00
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (PFD471S)
R 7,800.00
PROJECTS (PRJ471S)
R 15,510.00
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (REM475S)
R 7,800.00
Offering type: FULLTIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUSOffering type: PART-TIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Isaac Paul
+27 21 460 3043
NOTE: The fees in this prospectus are for the 2024 academic year and are provided to assist you in your planning.
Disclaimer
This information is subject to change based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications.
Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HESQF aligned qualification. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this page; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.