Software Development

Occupational Certificate: Software Developer
Empowering You to Code the Future
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NQF Level:

5

Credits:

220

Minimum Duration:

1.5 Years (3 Semesters)

Faculty:

Information, Communications & Future Technologies

Department:

AI, Robotics & Computer Science

Accreditation Authority:

Quality Council for Trades and Occupations
Empower Your Future with Our Software Developer Qualification
This qualification equips you with the essential skills to code, innovate, and shape the digital landscape. Through immersive modules, hands-on coding projects, and real-world experience, learners gain confidence in developing, testing, and maintaining software across platforms. With a focus on programming languages, data management, and cloud computing, graduates are prepared to tackle the challenges of the Fourth and Fifth Industrial Revolutions.

Why Choose This Qualification?

This qualification prepares versatile software developers skilled in creating, maintaining, and optimizing software applications. The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, equipping graduates with programming expertise, problem-solving skills, and teamwork capabilities to lead digital transformation initiatives.

Admission Requirements.

Applicants must have:
- A National Senior Certificate (NSC) at NQF Level 4 with passes in English and Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available.

Qualification Structure.

The qualification includes knowledge, practical, and work experience modules over 1.5 years:
- Year 1 Semester 1: Computers & Computing Systems, Logical Thinking, Data Visualization Tools.
- Year 1 Semester 2: Software Development with HTML5, Opensource Frameworks, Data Querying.
- Year 2 Semester 3: Python Programming, Advanced Software Development, Capstone Project.

Learning Outcomes.

Graduates will:
- Design and develop software solutions using programming languages.
- Apply logical thinking and problem-solving techniques to create software applications.
- Test and optimize software for performance and compliance with standards.
- Work ethically and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.

International Comparability.

This qualification aligns with global standards like Flatiron School’s Software Engineering Programme (USA) and Upskilled’s Diploma of Information Technology (Australia). It emphasizes hands-on coding experience, covering HTML5, cloud computing, and data analytics, with relevance to emerging technologies like IoT and machine learning.

Qualification Modes of Delivery and Support.

The programme is available through:
- Contact Learning: In-person classes.
- Blended Learning: Online and face-to-face sessions.
- Distance Learning: Self-paced study.

Career Opportunities.

Graduates can pursue roles such as:
- Junior Web Developer
- Mobile App Developer
- Quality Assurance Tester
- IT Support Specialist
- DevOps Assistant

Articulation Options.

Articulation pathways include:
- Horizontal: Occupational Certificate: Computer Technician, NQF Level 5.
- Vertical: Diploma in Information & Communication Technology, NQF Level 6.
- Diagonal: Advanced Diploma in Emerging Technologies, NQF Level 6.

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