OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATE
Computer Technician
Build a career with endless opportunities, begin your journey to becoming a certified Computer Technician and open the door to roles across every industry, from business and healthcare to technology and security. Gain the hands-on skills that make you indispensable in today’s digital world and start shaping a future filled with growth and advancement.
- Duration: Two (2) Years
- SAQA ID: 101408
- NQF Level: 5
Programme Description
Step into the world of technology with the Computer Technician course, designed to equip you with essential skills in computer hardware, software management, network troubleshooting, and cybersecurity. This comprehensive qualification prepares you to provide reliable technical support, optimise system performance, and confidently diagnose and resolve a wide range of IT-related issues. Whether you’re starting your first tech role or aiming to upgrade your skills, this course lays the foundation for a strong and future-ready career in the ever-growing IT industry.
Admission requirements
Grade 12, an NC(V) level 4 or an equivalent qualification
Mode of Study
Full-time and Distance Learning
Certification Type
National Certificate
Course Information
| Course Modules |
|---|
| Introduction to data communication and networking |
| Social Media and Digital Literacy |
| Basics of computer architecture hardware |
| End User Computing |
| Install computer software and hardware |
| Provide support to end users |
| Maintain computer and network security |
| Maintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions takes or installation services |
| Set up equipment for users ,check operating systems performance and ensure proper installation of cables and software |
| Business communication and customer services |
| Basic of computer architecture software |
| Ready for work standards |
| Basic concepts of sustainable computer environment and green technologies |
| Identify the potential green technologies process and procedures for cost effective application and create a sustainable computer environment to reduce e-waste |
| Troubleshoot computer and network faults |
| Respond to user enquiries regarding fault request |
| Process of maintaining computer systems and peripherals |