Qualification ID: 61591

NQF level: 3

The purpose of the qualification is to build the knowledge and skills required by learners in End User Computing. It is intended to empower learners to acquire knowledge, skills, attitudes and values required to operate confidently in the End User Computing environment in the South African community and to respond to the challenges of the economic environment.

The programme comprises ten learning units:

LU1: Basic PC and IT Concepts

LU2: Microsoft Office Word: Basic

LU3: Communication literacy skills

LU4: Mathematical Literacy

LU5: Using a Web browser

LU6: Using Microsoft Office PowerPoint:Basic

LU7: Using Microsoft Office Excel: Basic

LU8: Using Microsoft Office Outlook

LU9: Using Microsoft Office Access: Basic

LU10: Workplace logbook

A learner will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of applying Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based Word Processing Application skills in the Workplace.
• Demonstrate an understanding of applying Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based Presentation Application, Spreadsheet Application and Electronic Mail Application, skills in the Workplace.
• Demonstrate an understanding of applying GUI-based Web Browser Application skills in the Workplace.
• Improve Communication by combining communication skills with End User Computing skills.
• Improve the application of mathematical literacy in the workplace, by better utilising End User Computing Applications.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the use of Information Communications & Technology (ICT) in an organisation & the impact it has on societies.

Final Summative Assessment

Duration: Submit at the end of each Learning Unit

• Number of questions: Varies
• Style of questions: Multiple Choice and Written
• Pass mark: Competency
• No negative marking

The exam result is a combination of formative and final assessment scores leading to “competency” or “no competency”.