Comp Networks

3.
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER NETWORKS
3.1 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

(COMMUNICATION NETWORKS)
Course code: NDIK04
Campus where offered: Pretoria Campus
Please note that the site(s) of delivery (campus(es)) indicated is/are subject to change and will
still be confirmed.
Description of field of specialisation:

This field of specialisation focuses on network systems, including the latest technologies that are
available, such as wireless and virtual networks. Students will receive training in every aspect of
communication networks, such as network security and management, the design, development and
maintenance of networks, trouble-shooting, routers and network support. Students who obtain this
qualification will be able to work in any area of communication networks, for example as network
designers, network security specialists, network managers or network administrators.
REMARKS
a. Admission requirement(s): A Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification with a pass

of 50% for Mathematics and Physical Science at Standard
Grade.
b. Selection criteria: Initial selection is based on school results. Prospective students

are assessed according to the following formula:
SYMBOL HG SG
A 5 4
B 4 3
C 3 2
D 2 1
E 1 0
An applicant must obtain at least nine points, as well as at

least a D symbol at Standard Grade for Mathematics, in order
to be invited for the next selection round, which is a Potential
Assessment by the Bureau for Student Counselling.
Prospective students will be notified that they should make an

appointment with the Department’s secretary for this aptitude
test. This rule applies to all prospective students, as well as to
students who are already registered at other institutions.
The selection status of students who have been accepted,

but whose final Grade 12 results do not meet the minimum
requirement of at least a D symbol for Mathematics at Standard
Grade or at least 9 points on the school results formula, will
automatically change to conditional acceptance. This implies that
such students must pass Development Software IA (DSO15AT)
at the end of the first semester in order to be allowed to continue
with the course.
c. Recommended subject(s): Computer Science.
d. Minimum duration: Three years.
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e. Presentation: Day classes.
When less than 15 students are enrolled for a specific subject,

the department may decide not to offer the subject.
f. Intake for the course: January and July.
g. Registration for the January and July.

subjects of this course:
h. Assessment: Continuous assessment applies. If a student does not pass a

subject, he or she must register for the subject when it is offered
again. According to the Students' Rules and Regulations of the
University, supplementary examinations will not be granted for
subjects that are evaluated continuously. A student must pass
each subject separately. Credit is retained for each subject
passed.
i. Registration: Students who enrolled before 2005 must register for course code
NDIK02.
j. First year: Students register for the first year (NDIT04), during which they are
introduced to the basic principles of computers and information
technology skills.
k. Prerequisites: All five (5) subjects offered during the first semester of the first
year are prerequisites for any second-year subjects.
l. Other requirements: Prospective students who wish to enrol for the National
Diploma: Information Technology must have access to personal
computers at home. The Department will set minimum computer
requirements annually.
m. Readmission: See Chapter 3 of Students' Rules and Regulations.
n. Subject credits: Subject credits are shown in brackets after every subject.
Key to asterisks:
* Students registered for course code NDIK02 must register for Technical Programming IIA,
Technical Programming IIB, Technical Programming IIIA and Technical Programming IIIB,
Industry Exposure IA and Industry Exposure IB.
** As from 2005, all students registered for course code NDIK04 must register for
Distributed Systems IIA, Distributed Systems IIB, Distributed Systems IIIA and
Distributed Systems IIIB, Industry Exposure IIIA and Industry Exposure IIIB.
FIRST YEAR
FIRST OR SECOND SEMESTER
CODE SUBJECT CREDIT PREREQUISITE SUBJECT(S)
DSO15AT Development Software IA (0,125)

DSO15BT Development Software IB (0,125)
ISY13AT Information Systems IA (0,125)
ITS11AT Information Technology Skills IA (0,125)
SSF11AT Systems Software IA (0,125)
TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SEMESTER: 0,625
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SECOND SEMESTER
ISY13BT Information Systems IB (0,125)

ITS11BT Information Technology Skills IB (0,125) Information Technology
Skills IA
SSF11BT Systems Software IB (0,125)
TPG11AT Technical Programming IA (0,125) Development Software IA
Development Software IB
Information Systems IA
Information Technology
Skills IA
Systems Software IA
TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE FIRST YEAR: 1,125
SECOND YEAR
Subjects are offered in semesters as determined by the Department.
FIRST SEMESTER
COB20AT Communication Networks IIA (0,125) Systems Software IA

Systems Software IB
IIE20AT IT Electronics IIA (0,125) Systems Software IA
Systems Software IB
ITT10AT IT Mathematics IA (0,125)
TPG11BT Technical Programming IB (0,125) Technical Programming IA
SECOND SEMESTER
COB20BT Communication Networks IIB (0,125) Communication Networks IIA

IIE20BT IT Electronics IIB (0,125) IT Electronics IIA
ITT10BT IT Mathematics IB (0,125) IT Mathematics IA
plus one of the following combinations:
TPG20AT Technical Programming IIA* (0,125) Technical Programming IB

TPG20BT Technical Programming IIB* (0,125) Technical Programming IB
or
DSA20AT Distributed Systems IIA** (0,125) Technical Programming IB

DSA20BT Distributed Systems IIB** (0,125) Technical Programming IB
TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SECOND YEAR: 1,125
THIRD YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER
COB30AT Communication Networks IIIA (0,125) Communication Networks IIB

Distributed Systems IIA or
Technical Programming IIA
Distributed Systems IIB or
Technical Programming IIB
COB30BT Communication Networks IIIB (0,125) Communication Networks IIB
IDC10AC Industry Exposure IA* (0,125) Communication Networks IIA
Communication Networks IIB
or
IDC30AC Industry Exposure IIIA** (0,125) Communication Networks IIA

plus one of the following combinations:
TPG30AT Technical Programming IIIA* (0,125) Technical Programming IIA

TPG30BT Technical Programming IIIB* (0,125) Technical Programming IIA
or
DSA30AT Distributed Systems IIIA** (0,125) Communication Networks IIA

Distributed Systems IIA
Distributed Systems IIB
DSA30BT Distributed Systems IIIB** (0,125) Communication Networks IIA
Distributed Systems IIA
Distributed Systems IIB
SECOND SEMESTER
IDC10BC Industry Exposure IB* (0,125) Industry Exposure IA
or
IDC30BC Industry Exposure IIIB ** (0,125) Industry Exposure IIIA
TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE THIRD YEAR: 0,750
3.2 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(COMMUNICATION NETWORKS)
Course code: BTIK05
Campus where offered: Pretoria Campus
still be confirmed.
REMARKS
a. Admission requirement(s): A National Diploma: Information Technology (Communication

Networks) or an equivalent qualification. However, this does not
apply to students who registered for the National Diploma for
the first time before 2007 and who have not since interrupted
their studies.
b. Selection criteria: Admission is subject to selection.
c. Minimum duration: One year.
d. Presentation: Evening classes.

e. Intake for the course: January and July.
f. Registration for the January and July.

g. Assessment: Continuous assessment applies. If a student does not pass a

subject, he or she must register for the subject when it is offered
again. According to the Students' Rules and Regulations of the
University, supplementary examinations will not be granted for
subjects that are evaluated continuously. A student must pass
each subject separately. Credit is retained for each subject
passed.
h. Re-registration: A student may only re-register for a subject with permission from
the Head of the Department.
i. Readmission: See Chapter 3 of Students' Rules and Regulations.
j. Subject credits: Subject credits are shown in brackets after every subject.
ATTENDANCE

ADA401T Advanced Communication (0,100) Communication Networks IV

Networks IV
COB401T Communication Networks IV (0,100)
ITA401T Information and Technology (0,100)
Management IV
PJT410D Project IV (year subject) (0,200)
PJT413R Project IV (re-registration) (0,000)
RMD101A Research Methodology (0,100)
plus four of the following subjects:
AIT401T Artificial Intelligence IV (0,100)

ATE401T Application Technology IV (0,100)
BAB401T Business Fundamentals IV (0,100)
DAD411T Data Administration IV (0,100)
DBS401T Database Systems IV (0,100)
EXS401T Expert Systems IV (0,100)
HCI401T Human Computer Interface (0,100)
Design IV
ITU401T Information Security IV (0,100)
KNM401T Knowledge Management IV (0,100)
OSY431T Operating Systems IV (0,100)
PJG401C Project Management IV (0,100)
SOE401T Software Engineering and (0,100)
Design IV
SYE401T Systems Engineering IV (0,100)
TPG401T Technical Programming IV (0,100)
UIF401T User-Interfaces IV (0,100)
TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE QUALIFICATION: 1,000
3.3 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SUPPORT

SERVICES)
Course code: NDIP04
Campus where offered: Soshanguve Campus
still be confirmed.
Description of field of specialisation:

After the successful completion of the Support Services course, students will have the knowledge
and skills to solve hardware and software problems, set up networks, provide support to end-users
and manage call centres. Career opportunities include computer technician, helpdesk analyst,
network analyst, information centre manager and system administrator.
REMARKS
a. Admission requirement(s): A Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification with a pass of

50% for Mathematics at Standard Grade (SG).
b. Selection criteria: Initial selection is based on school results. Prospective students

are assessed according to the following formula:
SYMBOL HG SG
A 5 4
B 4 3
C 3 2
D 2 1
E 1 0
An applicant must obtain at least nine points, as well as at

least a D symbol at Standard Grade for Mathematics, in order
to be invited for the next selection round, which is a Potential
Assessment by the Bureau for Student Counselling.
Prospective students will be notified that they should make an
appointment with the Department’s secretary for this aptitude
test. This rule applies to all prospective students, as well as to
students who are already registered at other institutions.
The selection status of students who have been accepted,

but whose final Grade 12 results do not meet the minimum
requirement of at least a D symbol for Mathematics at SG or at
least 9 points on the school results formula, will automatically
change to conditional acceptance. This implies that such students
must pass Development Software IA (DSO15AT) at the end of
the first semester in order to be allowed to continue with the
course.
c. Recommended subject(s): Computer Science and Physical Science.
d. Minimum duration: Three years.
e. Presentation: Day classes.

f. Intake for the course: January and July.
g. Registration for the January and July.

h. Industry Exposure III See Chapter 5 of Students' Rules and Regulations.

(experiential learning):
i. Assessment: Continuous assessment applies. If a student fails a subject,

he or she must register for the subject when it is offered again.
According to the Students' Rules and Regulations of the University,
supplementary examinations will not be granted for subjects that
are assessed continuously. A student must pass each subject
individually. Credit is retained for each subject passed.
j. First year: Students register for the first year (NDIT04), during which they are
introduced to the basic principles of computers and information
technology skills.
k. Prerequisites: All five (5) subjects offered during the first semester of the first
year are prerequisites for any second-year subjects.
l. Other requirements: Prospective students who wish to enrol for the National
Diploma: Information Technology must have access to personal
computers at home. The Department will set minimum computer
requirements annually.
m. Readmission: See Chapter 3 of Students' Rules and Regulations.
n. Subject credits: Subject credits are shown in brackets after every subject.
FIRST YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER
DSO15AT Development Software IA (0,125)

DSO15BT Development Software IB (0,125)
ISY13AT Information Systems IA (0,125)
ITS11AT Information Technology Skills IA (0,125)
SSF11AT Systems Software IA (0,125)
SECOND SEMESTER
ISY13BT Information Systems IB (0,125)

ITS11BT Information Technology Skills IB (0,125) Information Technology
Skills IA
SSF11BT Systems Software IB (0,125)
TPG11AT Technical Programming IA (0,125) Development Software IA
Development Software IB
Information Systems IA
Skills IA
Systems Software IA
TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE FIRST YEAR: 1,125
SECOND YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER
GUI10BB Graphical User-Interface Design IB (0,125) Information Systems IB

Skills IB
ISY23BB Information Systems IIB (0,125) Information Systems IB
SSF24AT System Software IIA (0,125) Information Systems IA
Information Systems IB
Systems Software IA
Systems Software IB
SUS20AT Support Services IIA (0,125) Information Systems IA
Information Systems IB
Systems Software IA
Systems Software IB
TPG11BT Technical Programming IB (0,125) Technical Programming IA
SECOND SEMESTER
GUI10AB Graphical User-Interface Design IA (0,125) Graphical User-Interface

Design IB
ISY23AB Information Systems IIA (0,125) Information Systems IA
SSF24BT System Software IIB (0,125) System Software IIA
SUS20BT Support Services IIB (0,125) Support Services IIA
TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SECOND YEAR: 1,125
THIRD YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER
ISY34AB Information Systems IIIA (0,125) Information Systems IIA

ISY34BB Information Systems IIIB (0,125) Information Systems IIB
SUS30AT Support Services IIIA (0,125) Support Services IIA
Support Services IIB
System Software IIA
System Software IIB
SUS30BT Support Services IIIB (0,125) Support Services IIA
Support Services IIB
SECOND SEMESTER
IDC301E Industry Exposure III (0,250) Graphical User-Interface

Design IA
Graphical User-Interface
Design IB
Information Systems IIIA
Information Systems IIIB
Support Services IIIA
Support Services IIIB
System Software IIA
System Software IIB
TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE THIRD YEAR: 0,750
3.4 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

(SUPPORT SERVICES)
Course code: BTIP05
Campus where offered: Soshanguve Campus
still be confirmed.
REMARKS
a. Admission requirement(s): A National Diploma: Information Technology (Support Services)

or an equivalent qualification. However, this does not apply to
students who registered for the National Diploma for the first time
before 2007 and who have not since interrupted their studies.
b. Selection criteria: Admission is subject to selection.
c. Minimum duration: One year.
d. Presentation: Evening classes.

e. Intake for the course: January and July.
f. Registration for the January and July.

g. Re-registration: A student may only re-register for a subject with permission from
the Head of the Department.
h. Assessment: Continuous assessment applies. If a student fails a subject,
he or she must register for the subject when it is offered again.
According to the Students' Rules and Regulations of the University,
supplementary examinations will not be granted for subjects that
are assessed continuously. A student must pass each subject
individually. Credit is retained for each subject passed.
i. Readmission: See Chapter 3 of Students' Rules and Regulations.
j. Subject credits: Subject credits are shown in brackets after every subject.
ATTENDANCE

CODE SUBJECT CREDIT
ADS401T Advanced Support Services IV (0,100)

HCI401T Human Computer Interface (0,100)
Design IV
ITA401T Information and Technology (0,100)
Management IV
PJT410F Project IV (year subject) (0,200)
PJT415R Project IV (re-registration) (0,000)
RMD101A Research Methodology (0,100)
SUS401T Support Services IV (0,100)
plus three of the following subjects:
DAD411T Data Administration IV (0,100)

DBS401T Database Systems IV (0,100)
FUM101T Functional Management (0,100)
ITU401T Information Security IV (0,100)
NWS421T Networks IV (0,100)
PJG401C Project Management IV (0,100)
STV401T Strategic Information Systems IV (0,100)
TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE QUALIFICATION: 1,000
3.5 SUBJECT INFORMATION

SUBJECT NAME: ADVANCED COMMUNICATION NETWORKS IV
SUBJECT CODE: ADA401T
EVALUATION METHOD: CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT
TOTAL TUITION TIME: ± 40 hours
OVERVIEW OF SYLLABUS:
Knowledge on how to install, configure and operate LAN, WAN and dial-access services. Protocols
such as IP, IGRP, IPX, RIP and IP RIP are also discussed.
SUBJECT NAME: ADVANCED SUPPORT SERVICES IV

SUBJECT CODE: ADS401T
TOTAL TUITION TIME: Not available
Advanced scripting solutions in systems software for enterprises.
SUBJECT NAME: APPLICATION TECHNOLOGY IV
SUBJECT CODE: ATE401T
Design and implementation of the most recent technology.
SUBJECT NAME: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IV

SUBJECT CODE: AIT401T
Search algorithms (informed and uninformed), knowledge and reasoning (propositional and first-
order logic), knowledge presentation and intelligent agents.
SUBJECT NAME: BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS IV

SUBJECT CODE: BAB401T
The course covers the terminology of the business world and provides a working knowledge of the
start-up and management of a business. The basic principles of globalisation are also covered.
Students will complete a number of case studies to prove their mastery of this topic.
SUBJECT NAME: COMMUNICATION NETWORKS IIA

SUBJECT CODE: COB20AT
This course covers various aspects and technologies involved in data communication and networking.
Students are introduced to topics such as network topologies, transmission fundamentals, contention
protocols, data compression techniques, data security and integrity, flow-control protocols and the
various IEEE standards. Emphasis is placed on providing students with a sound understanding of local
area networks (LANs), although aspects of wide area networks (WANs) are also covered briefly.
SUBJECT NAME: COMMUNICATION NETWORKS IIB

SUBJECT CODE: COB20BT
TCP and related protocols. The practical component concentrates on the application protocol of
TCP/IP.
SUBJECT NAME: COMMUNICATION NETWORKS IIIA

SUBJECT CODE: COB30AT
Virtual private networks with specific concepts, such as IPsec protocol, public key infrastructure,
gateways and clients.
SUBJECT NAME: COMMUNICATION NETWORKS IIIB

SUBJECT CODE: COB30BT
Wireless networks, including spread-spectrum analyses, roaming and hand-over.
SUBJECT NAME: COMMUNICATION NETWORKS IV
SUBJECT CODE: COB401T
The configuration of network routers and the implementation of networks.
SUBJECT NAME: DATA ADMINISTRATION IV

SUBJECT CODE: DAD411T
Data administration functions, data administration tools, data security, database recovery, dealing
with missing or incorrect data and data integrity.
SUBJECT NAME: DATABASE SYSTEMS IV

SUBJECT CODE: DBS401T
A study of advanced database systems. Problems in current database administration, as well as
possible solutions for those problems, are discussed.
SUBJECT NAME: DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE IA

SUBJECT CODE: DSO15AT
The principles of programming and problem-solving.
SUBJECT NAME: DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE IB

SUBJECT CODE: DSO15BT
Programming principles, as learnt in DSO15AT, are applied in practice by using the programming
language Visual Basic.NET.
SUBJECT NAME: DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS IIA

SUBJECT CODE: DSA20AT
The principles of design and implementation of distributed systems.
SUBJECT NAME: DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS IIB

SUBJECT CODE: DSA20BT
A practical approach to developing and managing a system.
SUBJECT NAME: DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS IIIA

SUBJECT CODE: DSA30AT
Design principles in modern operating systems.
SUBJECT NAME: DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS IIIB
SUBJECT CODE: DSA30BT
Fundamentals of distributed systems.
SUBJECT NAME: EXPERT SYSTEMS IV

SUBJECT CODE: EXS401T
A study of expert systems and their application in IT.
SUBJECT NAME: FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT CODE: FUM101T
A study of the effective management of information systems with the emphasis on the intersection
of strategic management and information systems. Students will understand and be able to apply
the principles, tools and techniques that are used in IS management situations.
SUBJECT NAME: GRAPHICAL USER-INTERFACE DESIGN IA

SUBJECT CODE: GUI10AB
GUI design principles and practical implementation.
SUBJECT NAME: GRAPHICAL USER-INTERFACE DESIGN IB

SUBJECT CODE: GUI10BB
An exploration of concepts in human-computer interaction, including design practice, models of the
user in design, task analysis, dialogue notations and design, and implementation support.
SUBJECT NAME: HUMAN COMPUTER INTERFACE DESIGN IV

SUBJECT CODE: HCI401T
Interface assessment, interface technology, design methods and their application.
SUBJECT NAME: INDUSTRY EXPOSURE IA

SUBJECT CODE: IDC10AC
TOTAL TUITION TIME: 6 months
Organisational characteristics and behaviour, personal financial skills and techno-entrepreneurship.
Ethical and professional conduct in the workplace.
SUBJECT NAME: INDUSTRY EXPOSURE IB

SUBJECT CODE: IDC10BC
Industry Exposure IB must be career-orientated and must be aimed at integrating academic training
with practical skills, as demanded by the industry.
SUBJECT NAME: INDUSTRY EXPOSURE III
SUBJECT CODE: IDC301E
Industry Exposure III is based on an experiential learning model that requires students to be employed
by an approved company during the second semester.
SUBJECT NAME: INDUSTRY EXPOSURE IIIA

SUBJECT CODE: IDC30AC
Organisational characteristics and behaviour, personal financial skills and techno-entrepreneurship.
Ethical and professional conduct in the workplace.
SUBJECT NAME: INDUSTRY EXPOSURE IIIB

SUBJECT CODE: IDC30BC
Industry Exposure IIIB must be career-orientated and must be aimed at integrating academic training
with practical skills, as demanded by the industry.
SUBJECT NAME: INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT IV

SUBJECT CODE: ITA401T
The course covers the effective management of information systems and focuses on the intersection
of strategic management and information systems. Students will understand and be able to apply
the principles, tools and techniques that are used in IS management situations.
SUBJECT NAME: INFORMATION SECURITY IV

SUBJECT CODE: ITU401T
Encryption and decryption algorithms, protocols, operating systems, databases and network
security.
SUBJECT NAME: INFORMATION SYSTEMS IA

SUBJECT CODE: ISY13AT
A study of the basic principles and background of computers, hardware, peripherals, computer
software concepts, information system concepts and the impact of computers on society. Practicals:
Microsoft Word and Excel.
SUBJECT NAME: INFORMATION SYSTEMS IB

SUBJECT CODE: ISY13BT
A study of the basic concepts of system development, data management, management information
systems, artificial intelligence and object-orientated programming, ethics, privacy and security,
purchasing and maintenance of microcomputers, number systems and binary logic. Practicals:
Microsoft Access and the Internet.
SUBJECT NAME: INFORMATION SYSTEMS IIA
SUBJECT CODE: ISY23AB
An introduction to Oracle and SQL, including tables and views, data manipulation, standard queries,
joins, functions, subqueries and report writing.
SUBJECT NAME: INFORMATION SYSTEMS IIB

SUBJECT CODE: ISY23BB
An overview of information systems, focusing on the systems development life cycle and system
analysis techniques. It also includes topics on client/server architecture.
SUBJECT NAME: INFORMATION SYSTEMS IIIA

SUBJECT CODE: ISY34AB
A study of the database environment, data concepts and modelling, as well as the design of databases,
data administration, advanced database concepts and new developments.
SUBJECT NAME: INFORMATION SYSTEMS IIIB

SUBJECT CODE: ISY34BB
Project management and software engineering.
SUBJECT NAME: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SKILLS IA

SUBJECT CODE: ITS11AT
Thinking skills, learning styles, study, research and presentation skills, legal issues in IT,
communication skills, cultural sensitivity.
SUBJECT NAME: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SKILLS IB

SUBJECT CODE: ITS11BT
Personality types, emotional intelligence, self-management, stress and time management, team
dynamics, conflict, negotiation and assertiveness, dealing with change, relationship management.
SUBJECT NAME: IT ELECTRONICS IIA

SUBJECT CODE: IIE20AT
Basic components of digital circuits, such as NOT, AND and OR gates. The more complex gate
and logic functions are built by using these basic components. Boolean algebra and Karnaugh
maps are used to simplify functions. Combination logic circuits, including adders, multivibrators,
comparators, decoders, encoders, multiplexers and demultiplexers, are discussed. Binary, octal,
decimal and hexadecimal number systems are included. Theoretical presentations are supported
by practical experiments in a laboratory.
SUBJECT NAME: IT ELECTRONICS IIB
SUBJECT CODE: IIE20BT
Basic components of sequential circuits, namely latches and flip-flops. More complex memory
components such as adders and registers are derived from the basic components. Different analogue-
to-digital and digital-to-analogue converters are discussed. During the introduction to microprocessor
systems, the central processor, memory, ports and interrupts are dealt with.
SUBJECT NAME: IT MATHEMATICS IA

SUBJECT CODE: ITT10AT
The course provides fundamental knowledge of mathematical techniques and problem-solving
methods. Basic and linear algebra, graphs and curve fitting, trigonometrical and hyperbolic functions,
differential and integral computing.
SUBJECT NAME: IT MATHEMATICS IB

SUBJECT CODE: ITT10BT
Differentiation: revision, logarithmic differentiation, implicit functions, the inverse trigonometric
functions, the hyperbolic functions, parametric functions, applications. Partial differentiation: first-
order partial derivatives, higher-order derivatives, small increments, rate of change, changing of the
variables, errors. Integrations: fundamental integration formulas, factor integration, partial fractions,
trigonometric integrals, T-formulae, trigonometric substitution, hyperbolic functions, standard forms,
applications. First-order differential equations: introduction and definitions, direct integration,
separation of variables, exact equations, linear equations, Bernoulli’s equation, applications.
Eigen vectors and Eigen values.
SUBJECT NAME: KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IV

SUBJECT CODE: KNM401T
Introduction to theory of organisations as a foundation for consideration of knowledge management.
Principles and practice of knowledge management in organisations.
SUBJECT NAME: NETWORKS IV

SUBJECT CODE: NWS421T
Advanced network management.
SUBJECT NAME: OPERATING SYSTEMS IV

SUBJECT CODE: OSY431T
Advanced operating systems concepts. The design and creation of a basic operating system by
using Assembler.
SUBJECT NAME: PROJECT IV

SUBJECT CODE: PJT410D, PJT410F
An IT project that includes IT research and the implementation of a model.
SUBJECT NAME: PROJECT MANAGEMENT IV
SUBJECT CODE: PJG401C
Advanced topics in project management are covered. This course builds on the traditional PMBOK
knowledge by providing the fourth-year IT student with an in-depth understanding of project
management in the IT industry.
SUBJECT NAME: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

SUBJECT CODE: RMD101A
Basics of paradigms, methodologies, and research techniques in the behavioural sciences and
their application in information technology.
SUBJECT NAME: SOFTWARE ENGINEERING AND DESIGN IV

SUBJECT CODE: SOE401T
The focus is primarily on software project management, the umbrella activity of software engineering.
The project management activity encompasses measurement and metrics, estimation, risk analysis,
schedules, tracking and control. Each topic is discussed. Students work through the design of a
software system, using UML.
SUBJECT NAME: STRATEGIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS IV

SUBJECT CODE: STV401T
A study of advanced strategic information systems.
SUBJECT NAME: SUPPORT SERVICES IIA

SUBJECT CODE: SUS20AT
Building on knowledge gained from Information Systems I and System Software I, emphasis
is placed on Microsoft Windows 2000. This subject partially corresponds with the Comptia A+
Operating Systems Certification course. Students acquire hands-on experience in setting up and
repairing personal computers.
SUBJECT NAME: SUPPORT SERVICES IIB

SUBJECT CODE: SUS20BT
An introduction to the fundamentals of customer support, help desks and support centres. Emphasis
is placed on how excellent customer support can be obtained through implementing the desired
components in a help desk or support centre environment.
SUBJECT NAME: SUPPORT SERVICES IIIA

SUBJECT CODE: SUS30AT
EVALUATION METHOD: 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
An introduction to concepts in Internet support. This subject partially corresponds with the Comptia
I-Net+ Certification course.
SUBJECT NAME: SUPPORT SERVICES IIIB
SUBJECT CODE: SUS30BT
EVALUATION METHOD: 1 X 3-HOUR PAPER
Emphasis is placed on information centre administration and industry trends.
SUBJECT NAME: SUPPORT SERVICES IV

SUBJECT CODE: SUS401T
Scriptings solutions and technologies for systems software.
SUBJECT NAME: SYSTEMS ENGINEERING IV

SUBJECT CODE: SYE401T
An introduction to and the use of the most recent technology.
SUBJECT NAME: SYSTEMS SOFTWARE IA

SUBJECT CODE: SSF11AT
Basic functions of operating systems are dealt with by using DOS and Windows platforms. Computer
architecture, file handling, input/output and maintenance procedures.
SUBJECT NAME: SYSTEMS SOFTWARE IB

SUBJECT CODE: SSF11BT
This course deals with different aspects and technologies in data communication and networks,
including concepts such as network architecture, transmission, protocols and a number of IEEE
standards.
SUBJECT NAME: SYSTEM SOFTWARE IIA

SUBJECT CODE: SSF24AT
Network concepts defined in System Software I will be further explored. Emphasis is placed on the
TCP/IP protocol suite and services, and building a TCP/IP network. LAN and WAN infrastructures,
remote networking, network security and disaster recovery form an integral part of this module.
SUBJECT NAME: SYSTEM SOFTWARE IIB

SUBJECT CODE: SSF24BT
Students are introduced to the basic system administration knowledge of Red Hat Linux, as well
as to network administration in Red Hat Linux.
SUBJECT NAME: TECHNICAL PROGRAMMING IA

SUBJECT CODE: TPG11AT
Basic to intermediate technical programming. An introduction to object-orientated programming,
basic control structures and stream manipulation.
SUBJECT NAME: TECHNICAL PROGRAMMING IB
SUBJECT CODE: TPG11BT
Advanced object-orientated concepts, including inheritance, polymorphism, exception handling
and stream manipulation.
SUBJECT NAME: TECHNICAL PROGRAMMING IIA

Development of applications in a graphic Windows environment. Visual programming by using
the VCL of C++ Builder. The following topics are covered: the use of DLLs, ActiveX components
and OLE.
SUBJECT NAME: TECHNICAL PROGRAMMING IIB

Development of database-orientated applications and client-server programming. Development of
advanced modular network server packages for e-commerce. Students learn to create their own
components.
SUBJECT NAME: TECHNICAL PROGRAMMING IIIA

Development of applications in a graphic Windows environment.
SUBJECT NAME: TECHNICAL PROGRAMMING IIIB

New trends in programming. Topics include high-level, low-level and network-orientated
programming.
SUBJECT NAME: TECHNICAL PROGRAMMING IV

SUBJECT CODE: TPG401T
Advanced technical programming required by new technology. New trends in programming.
SUBJECT NAME: USER-INTERFACES IV

SUBJECT CODE: UIF401T
Interface standardisation, computer graphics, computer user interfaces and I/O peripherals.

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3.

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER NETWORKS

3.1 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Campus where offered: Pretoria Campus

Description of field of specialisation:

a. Admission requirement(s): A Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification with a pass

b. Selection criteria: Initial selection is based on school results. Prospective students

An applicant must obtain at least nine points, as well as at

Prospective students will be notified that they should make an

The selection status of students who have been accepted,

c. Recommended subject(s): Computer Science.

d. Minimum duration: Three years.

When less than 15 students are enrolled for a specific subject,

f. Intake for the course: January and July.

g. Registration for the January and July.

h. Assessment: Continuous assessment applies. If a student does not pass a

m. Readmission: See Chapter 3 of Students' Rules and Regulations.

FIRST OR SECOND SEMESTER

CODE SUBJECT CREDIT PREREQUISITE SUBJECT(S)

DSO15AT Development Software IA (0,125)

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SEMESTER: 0,625

ISY13BT Information Systems IB (0,125)

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SEMESTER: 0,500

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE FIRST YEAR: 1,125

COB20AT Communication Networks IIA (0,125) Systems Software IA

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SEMESTER: 0,500

COB20BT Communication Networks IIB (0,125) Communication Networks IIA

plus one of the following combinations:

TPG20AT Technical Programming IIA* (0,125) Technical Programming IB

DSA20AT Distributed Systems IIA** (0,125) Technical Programming IB

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SEMESTER: 0,625

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SECOND YEAR: 1,125

COB30AT Communication Networks IIIA (0,125) Communication Networks IIB

IDC30AC Industry Exposure IIIA** (0,125) Communication Networks IIA

plus one of the following combinations:

TPG30AT Technical Programming IIIA* (0,125) Technical Programming IIA

DSA30AT Distributed Systems IIIA** (0,125) Communication Networks IIA

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SEMESTER: 0,625

IDC10BC Industry Exposure IB* (0,125) Industry Exposure IA

IDC30BC Industry Exposure IIIB ** (0,125) Industry Exposure IIIA

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE SEMESTER: 0,125

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE THIRD YEAR: 0,750

Campus where offered: Pretoria Campus

a. Admission requirement(s): A National Diploma: Information Technology (Communication

b. Selection criteria: Admission is subject to selection.

c. Minimum duration: One year.

d. Presentation: Evening classes.

When less than 15 students are enrolled for a specific subject,

e. Intake for the course: January and July.

f. Registration for the January and July.

g. Assessment: Continuous assessment applies. If a student does not pass a

i. Readmission: See Chapter 3 of Students' Rules and Regulations.

FIRST OR SECOND SEMESTER

CODE SUBJECT CREDIT PREREQUISITE SUBJECT(S)

ADA401T Advanced Communication (0,100) Communication Networks IV

plus four of the following subjects:

AIT401T Artificial Intelligence IV (0,100)

TOTAL CREDITS FOR THE QUALIFICATION: 1,000

3.3 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SUPPORT

Campus where offered: Soshanguve Campus