COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
- Full-time: 2 years
- SAQA ID: 101408
- NQF: 5
- CREDITS: 282
Why Choose the Occupational Certificate Programme?
This qualification empowers you to become a skilled Computer Technician, well-versed in diagnosing computer hardware and software issues, as well as hands-on repair skills. As a computer technician, you’ll provide crucial support to users, solving technical problems and maintaining networks and computer equipment. Whether it’s in-person, over the phone, or online, you’ll tackle a wide range of issues, from network systems to individual desktop computers. With opportunities in software and hardware companies or within a company’s IT department, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining IT infrastructure, improving productivity, and ensuring the smooth operation of computer services.
Kickstart your journey to a rewarding career in technology as a Computer Technician.
Course Information
You may enter the programme, with:
- NQF Level 4 qualification
Berea College of Technology (Pty) Ltd is registered as a Private Higher Education Institution with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), with registration number 2000/HE07/004.
On successful completion of the programme, the student will receive a statement of result from Berea College of Technology and upon meeting the EISA requirements, receive an Occupational Certificate: Computer Technician from the QCTO. All Examinations are set and administered by Berea College of Technology.
EISA is a single, national assessment which leads to competent learners being awarded Occupational Certificates.
- Enterprise Administrator – Pay Estimate: +/- R360 000 to R670 000 a year
- Computer Technician – Pay Estimate: +/- R180 000 to R270 000 a year
- Service Desk Technician – Pay Estimate: +/- R150 000 to R290 000 a year
- Network Administrator – Pay Estimate: +/- R200 000 to R400 000 a year
- Server Administrator – Pay Estimate: +/- R330 000 to R450 000 a year
Knowledge Modules:
- Introduction to Data Communication and
Networking - Basics of Computer Architecture: Hardware
- Basics of Computer Architecture: Software
- Basic Concepts of Sustainable Computer
Environment and Green Technologies - Social Media and Digital Literacy
- End-User Computing
- Business Communication and Customer Services
- Ready for work standards
- Introduction to Data Communication and
Practical Skill Modules:
- Troubleshoot computer and network faults
- Maintain computer and network security
- Provide support to End-Users
- Install computer software and hardware
Work Experience Modules:
- Respond to user enquiries regarding fault request
- Set up equipment for users, check operating system
performance and ensure proper installation of cables
and software - Processes of maintaining computer systems and
peripherals - Identify the potential green technologies, processes
and procedures for cost effective application and
create a sustainable computer environment to
reduce e-waste - Maintain records of daily data communication
transactions, problems and remedial actions taken,
or installation activities
Contact a career consultant on campus or online, who will take you through the affordable Occupational Certificate pricing structure and explain our flexible payment options.
Customised study materials which meet the programme outcomes can be accessed from the Learner Management System, Moodle. A prescribed book list is available from the academic manager at the start of the programme, although the study guide available on Moodle will sufficiently cover the exam requirements.
- Explore engaging online content, crafted by subject matter experts.
- Access to customised academic repository with assignments, videos and PowerPoint lessons.
- 24-hour access.
Once you have achieved the Occupational Certificate professional training, you can progress to other programmes offered by us or you can earn credits from public tertiary education institutions.
Refer to the SAQA fact sheet for more options to study further.
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