Prospectus 2021 Technical, Vocational, Education and Training - Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
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31 1990 PC Training & Business College founded in Tongaat, focused initially on training people on PC skills for business 1990–2000 Established 5 Higher Education sites in Durban, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town and Bloemfontein 2000–2002 Expansion of education clusters around main CBD areas 2012 Introduction of Tablet PC’s and tech-driven interface 2013 Establishment of Distance Learning division 2015 Expanded course offering to 124 accredited courses across Higher Education and Technical, Vocational, Education and Training 2016 Group (PC Training & Business College) rebranded as Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology to enable expansion of brand and course offerings 2017 Richfield acquires AAA School of Advertising + Richfield named “Best Regional College” at the International Socrates Awards: Oxford England 2018 Ninety One (Investec Asset Management) controlling stake in Richfield Holdings 2019 Postgraduate Programmes Accreditation 2020 Successful academic year despite the Covid-19 pandemic 2020 MBA Accreditation iii
Contents International Recognition and Awards 2 Statutory Disclosure 4 Institutional Leadership and Management 6 International Associates and Partners 7 Curriculum Innovation, Design and Development Forum 8 Uniqueness of Richfield Campuses 11 World Class Technology 14 Digital Libraries 15 Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET) 16 TVET Faculty NATED Engineering Qualifications 17 National Certificate Electrical Engineering N1-N3 18 National Certificate Electrical Engineering N4-N6 19 National Certificate Mechanical Engineering N4-N6 20 National Certificate Chemical Engineering N4-N6 21 National Certificate Civil Engineering N4-N6 22 TVET NATED Business Qualifications 23 National Certificate Business Management N4-N6 24 National Certificate Educare N4-N6 25 National Certificate Hospitality and Catering Services N4-N6 26 National Certificate Tourism N4-N6 27 National Certificate Public Management N4-N6 28 National Certificate Human Resource Management N4-N6 29 National Certificate Marketing Management N4-N6 30 National Certificate Management Assistant N4-N6 31 National Certificate Public Relations N4-N6 32 National Certificate Financial Management N4-N6 33 SETA Qualifications Business Studies 34 FETC Generic Management (NQF 4) 36 National Certificate Business Administration Services (NQF 3) 37 FETC Business Administration Services (NQF 4) 38 FETC New Venture Creation (NQF 4) 40 MICT SETA Qualifications Information Technology 41 National Certificate End User Computing (NQF 3) 42 FETC Information Technology Systems Development (NQF 4) 43 FETC Information Technology Technical Support (NQF 4) 44 National Certificate Information Technology: Systems Development (NQF 5) 45
National Certificate Information Technology: Systems Support (NQF 5) 46 FETC Advertising (NQF 4) 47 National Certificate Advertising (NQF 5) 48 National Certificate Information Technology: Interactive Media (NQF 5) 49 FETC Information Technology: Design Foundation (NQF 4) 50 National Certificate Design Techniques (NQF 5) 51 National Certificate Professional Cookery (NQF 4) 52 FETC Hospitality Reception (NQF 4) 53 Accounting and Financial Services 54 Certificate Office Administration (NQF 5) 56 Higher Certificate Office Administration (NQF 5) 57 Diploma Office Administration (NQF 6) 58 National Certificate Bookkeeping (NQF 3) 59 National Diploma Financial Accounting (NQF 6) 60 National Diploma Technical Financial Accounting (NQF 5) 61 FETC Bookkeeping (NQF 4) 62 Faculty of Public Management and Local Government 63 National Certificate Ward Committee Governance (NQF 2) 64 TVET Faculty of Education 65 FETC Occupationally-Directed Education Training and Development Practices (NQF 4) 66 National Certificate ODETDP (NQF 5) 68 National Certificate ODETDP (NQF 6) 69 National Certificate ABET Practice (NQF 5) 70 QCTO Occupational Qualifications 71 Occupational Certificate School Principal (School Manager) (NQF 6) 72 Occupational Certificate Community Development Practitioner (NQF 5) 74 Occupational Certificate Community Development Worker (NQF 4) 76 Occupational Certificate ECD Practitioner (NQF 4) 78 Occupational Certificate Office Administrator (NQF 5) 80 Occupational Certificate Chef (NQF 5) 82 Short Learning Programmes 84 TVET Division 2021 Academic Calendar 86 ICB Matrix 88 SETA Qualifications Matrix 90 NATED Qualifications Matrix 92 Campuses registered with the Department of Further Education and Training 94
International Recognition and Awards from the USA, Italy, Switzerland and the UK 2018 – PMR AFRICA, Diamond Arrow Award – 1st Overall IT Training Institution 2017 – Winner of The TOPCO National Business Of The Year Award 2017 – Winner of two prestigious international awards in Rome from Otherways’ Association of Management and Consulting – France: • Global Award for Perfection, Quality and Ideal Performance; • Green Era Global Award for Sustainability. 2017 – Academic Union, London, UK, having admitted Richfield as Global Member, AU has awarded the Institution’s CEO, Jay Ramnundlall, the status of Honourable Professor of the Academic Union, Oxford, UK, with admission to the Club of Rectors of Europe and the International Socrates Nomination Committee. 2017 – Standard Bank Institutional Recognition for “Outstanding Achievements in the field of Education” 2016 – International Socrates Awards: Oxford, England – ‘Best Enterprises’and ‘Best Manager of the Year’ Award, 2016 – PMR Africa, Diamond Arrow Award: Best IT Training Institution: 1st overall for doing most in the education sector and for stimulating economic growth and development in KwaZulu-Natal. 2016 – South African National Business Award – First Place in the Category – Investor in People. 2015 – Winner of the Century International Quality ERA Gold Awards for: • Impressive Work Integrated Learning (WIL) – increasing the rate of employability of students • Promoting Technology – providing students with free access to high-tech devices with NO additional cost • Creating a ‘green’ culture which benefits the environment, encouraging students and educators to move away from excessive use of paper and printing 2015 – PMR AFRICA, Diamond Arrow Award – Leaders and Achievers Catergory 2015 – Finalist of the Kwa-Zulu National Top Business Awards for being the Leading Brand in Kwa-Zulu Natal 2
2015 – Finalist in the Platinum Technology International Award for Quality and Excellence 2015 – Finalist in the Oliver Empowerment Awards for the Top Empowered Male Leader of the Year Award 2014 – PMR Africa Winner of the Diamond Arrow Award in the Business Sector for: • Business Sector for Economic Growth and Development • Managerial expertise • Corporate governance • Brand awareness • Levels of innovation 2013 – CEO: Finalist African Access National Business Awards – Top Businessman of the year Category 2013 – Winner of the Best Computer Training Institute/College in the Reader’s Choice “Best of the Best” Pretoria News Awards. 2013 – Finalist in four categories of the African Access National Business Awards: • Investing in People Award • Innovation through Technology Award • Customer Focus Award • Corporate Citizenship Award 2012 – Winner of the Top Gender Empowered Company in the Business, Education and Training Category 2012 – Winner of the FNB/Kwa-Zulu National Top Business Portfolio Awards in the Social & Community Services Sector 2012 – Finalist in four categories of the African Access National Business Awards: • Investing in People Award • Innovation through Technology Award • Customer Focus Award • Business, Education and Training Award 3
Statutory Disclosure Richfield Holdings: Group Statutory Information Richfield Holdings: Group Statutory Information Group holding company RZT Zelpy 4472 (Pty) Ltd Company registration number 2005/032812/07 Holding company Richfield Holdings (Pty) Ltd Company registration number 2004/034364/07 Legal status Private company Auditors BDO South Africa Statutory directors N Marsh MEng J Ramnundlall BCom, MBA, SAIPA, TQM, ODETDP A Parsons BA, LLB MM Shezi Advanced Management Program (AMB) (Boston, USA), Certificate of Insurance & Risk Management, Masters in Business Administration (MBA), Bachelor of Science (BSC) in Chemical Engineering. CJ Bradford BA, Hons, Economics, Yale University MBA, Stanford University MA, Education, Stanford University Company Secretary JH Brink BCom, BCompt Hons, CA (SA) Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology Registered name Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology (Pty) Ltd Auditors BDO South Africa Trading name Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology (Pty) Ltd Abreviated name RGIT Company registration number 2000/000752/07 Legal status Private company Statutory directors S Ferreira BCom, MBA, GMP23 S Ganas BCom, BCom Hons S Chengadu B.Ped, B.Ed, M.Ed, Executive MBA JH Brink BCom, BCompt Hons, CA (SA) Prescribed officers B Waweru BCom, BCompt (Hons), CA(SA) N Marsh MEng Main campus Corporate office Postal address 292 Anton Lembede St, 19 Crewkerne Place Office Private Bag X23 Durban Park, Somerset Park Umhlanga Rocks, 4320 Tel: 031 304 9340 Umhlanga Rocks, 4320 Tel: 031 816 7300 info@richfield.ac.za | richfield.ac.za Further details may be found in the student handbook, Institutional website, enrollment contract and are also preloaded on students’ Tablet PCs. 4
...continued PC Educational Holdings Registered name PC Educational Holdings (Pty) Ltd Auditors BDO South Africa Trading name PC Educational Holdings (Pty) Ltd Abreviated name PCED Company registration number 2002/009289/07 Legal status Private company Statutory directors S Durga BSC(Hons) S Ganas BCom, BCom Hons S Chengadu B.Ped, B.Ed, M.Ed, Executive MBA JH Brink BCom, BCompt Hons, CA (SA) Prescribed officers B Waweru BCom, BCompt (Hons), CA(SA) N Marsh MEng Main campus Corporate office Postal address 292 Anton Lembede St, 19 Crewkerne Place Office Private Bag X23 Durban Park, Somerset Park Umhlanga Rocks, 4320 Tel: 031 304 9340 Umhlanga Rocks, 4320 Tel: 031 816 7300 info@richfield.ac.za | richfield.ac.za Further details may be found in the student handbook, Institutional website, enrollment contract and are also preloaded on students’ Tablet PCs. 5
Institutional Leadership and Management Stefan Ferreira Thembisile Mkhize BCom, MBA, GMP23 ODETDP Level 5, BBA, Services Seta Chief Executive Officer Assessor and Moderator Program Manager – Business Studies Shireen Chengadu B.Ped, B.Ed, M.Ed, executive MBA Trishen Govender Group CAO National Diploma: Biotechnology, BTech: Biotechnology John Brink Program Manager NATED Qualifications BCom, BCompt Hons, CA (SA) Group CFO Geraldine Naicker Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology Adam Kelly & Management), Hons in Psychology, ACMA, CGMA, BCom ODETDP Level 5, PGCE Intermediate, Group Sales Director Senior Program Manager Nated Qualification Elaine Ganas BCom, BCom Hons John Brink Chief HRD Officer BCom, BCompt Hons, CA (SA) Group CFO Ravika Sookraj MBA, BCom (Hons), BCom Kegan Shunmugan Managing Director: HET Distance BCom, ODETDP Learning Managing Director: HET Contact MBA Director Sholina Durga Mollina Devars BSc (Hons) ODETDP level 5, Dip in Datametrics, Managing Director: TVET BSc, MICT SETA Assessor & Moderator Academic Manager Dr Stephen Akandwanaho PhD (CS), MIT, BSc (Hons) Calvin Dayachand Chief Academic Officer ODETDP level 5, Dip in Information Technology. Networks Essentials, Dr Muni Kooblal MICT SETA Assessor BSc, B.Ed, HED, MPA, DAdmin Program Manager – IT Chief Academic Officer 6
International Associates and Partners Melissa Hathaway Dr Sampan Silapanad President: Hathaway Western Digital Global Strategies Corporation, Thailand Dr Vincenzo Costigliola Prof Krista Rodriguez President: Academic Monroe Community Union, Oxford, UK College, USA Prof Zal Phiroz Dr Gwendolyn Benson e-Learning Instructor Harvard Georgia State University, USA University, USA Lelethu Nkula Hon Steve Mbikayi Senior Partner: Vodacom DRC Minister of Education Education Specialist and Universities Dr Fritz Pinnock Ken Osei Caribbean Maritime University International Finance Corporation Prof JP Nsabua Jan McCauley Vice Chancellor: State University of University of Kinshasa, DRC New York Dr Praveen Mahodeb Danny Ryan JSS Academy, Coventry University, UK Mauritius Prof Sagadevan Mundree Prof John WA Netting Queensland University Director General: of Technology Europe Business Assembly Prof Prem Shamdasani Dr Susan Lipford Ogletree Co-Director, Stanford-NUS Executive Georgia State Program in International Management & University, USA Director, Marketing Strategy in a Digital World. NUS Business School, National University of Singapore 7
Curriculum Innovation, Design and Development Forum Prof Louis Fourie Dr Gerald Thaver Ex DVC (KITS) Cape Peninsula Training and Development, ABSA University of Technology Professor Mogamat Rashied Small Prof Ronnie Perumal Executive: Education, Training and Retired Dean ex University of Membership: SAIPA Kwa-Zulu Natal Jay Ramnundlall Dr Jabu Mtshweni CEO Alpvest Director: Council for Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Mr Akash Sukdeo Mr Akash Sukdeo Dr. Kiru Pillay Chief Director of Information Services Shahied Daniels Chief Executive at SAIPA – South African Prof. Tankiso Moloi Institute of Professional Accountants Research Prof: University of Johannesburg Nick Marsh Investec: Investment Principal, Africa Prof Manoj Maharaj Private Equity Research Professor – UKZN Investec Asset Management Prof. Oludayo Olugbara Alistair Mokoena Professor of Computer Science Head Google Africa and Information Technology, DUT Prof Sibu Moyo Professor Kuzvinetsa Dzvimbo DVC Research, DUT Chief Executive Officer: Zimbabwe Quality Assurance Zimbabwe Council Sibu Zondi for Higher Education Emerald Publishing Dr Strini Pillay Dr Upasana Singh International Relations: DUT Senior Lecturer, UKZN 8
Dr Sthembiso Ngubane Dr Vincent Kiberu Unizululand Makerere University, Uganda Nasirah Govindsamy Melissa Hathaway Manager, MICT SETA President, Hathaway Global strategies LLC; ex Advisor to President Barak Prof Des Parmanand Obama and George W Bush on national Advocate Cybersecurity Steve Glendinning Prof Krista Rodriguez HR Consultant RDA, RDH, MA, FADAA Monroe Community College in Rochester, Ms Mariam Paul NY, USA. Chief Director, Dept of Post & Telecommunication Ravi Lachman Platech Technologies Dr Gwenddolyn T Benson Georgia State University Dr Craig Gokhale Lecturer, University of Zululand Dr Susan Lipford Ogletree Georgia State University Dr Kriyanka Moodley UKZN: Project Manager (Academia) ; Mr. Torgbor Mensah Lecturer President: Advertising Association of Ghana (AAG) Prof. Serestina Viriri Professor, Computer Science, Mr. Francis Dadzie University of KwaZulu-Natal Executive Director: Advertising Association of Ghana (AAG) Dr Sanjay Ranjeeth Lecturer UKZN, PMB Ms. Mansa Amoa-Awuah Vice President: Advertising Association of Ghana (AAG) Saki Publicity Limited 9
Front row: Dr Stephen Akandwanaho (Chief Academic Officer); Prof Thinus de Wet (MD: Strategic Insight); Dr Daniel M Madyira (Senior Lecturer, Engineering: UJ); Dr Thaver (Absa); Prof Tankiso Moloi (Research Prof: UJ); Logie Naidoo (Ex Deputy Mayor; Speaker of eThekwini Municipality); Prof Des Permanand (Advocate); Dr Kriyanka Moodley (Graduate School of Business: UKZN); Dr Ethel Abe (Postdoctoral Researcher: UKZN); Ms Ntombifuthi Radebe (Radio and TV Personality); Dr Muni Kooblal (Academic Registrar); Xolile Nomzamo Nene (HOD: HR Department) Back row: Dr Ankit Katrodia (Lecturer: UNW); Dr Carl Lodewicus Koekemoer (Ludi) (CEO of AAA); Dr Sibusiso Chalufu (Director: University of North West); Prof Louis Fourie (ex. DVC (KITS): Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Chair of Senate); Jay Ramnundlall (Director); Mr Daryl Wade Swanepoel (Progressive Business Forum); Dr Chidi Idi Eke (Lecturer, School of Management, IT and Governance: UKZN), Zanele Nkosi (HOD for SCM Department) The Curriculum Innovation, Design and other responsible stakeholders (commerce Development Committee (CIDD) comprises and industry, government, research subject matter academic experts from organisations, distance learning experts, public institutions, industry experts, and etc.) deliberate and decide on the structure practising professionals. The CIDD designs and content of a programme. and develops new programmes and reviews current programmes. The CIDD meets twice a year in April and September. After the CIDD workshop, a The CIDD is an innovative and effective review is undertaken, where necessary, to strategy to assemble experts from diverse revise curriculum content, without serious backgrounds to develop curriculum, deviation from the accredited outcomes where information/feedback/inputs are or the level (NQF) of the module and also factored into teaching and learning programme. This process ensures that the and material development. A team of curriculum is updated, has cutting-edge academics (subject matter experts) and technology and is globally competitive. 10
Uniqueness of Richfield Campuses It is with great pleasure that we welcome you as a prospective student to one of our country’s most pronounced and quality recognised institutions. Like all progressive organisations, in planning the new academic year, we have upgraded all our policies, frameworks, strategies and practices and reconfigured them to provide you with a world-class learning experience. Some unique aspects are highlighted below: Vision Learner Management System “A global institution committed to quality, The institution has migrated to the Moodle student satisfaction, leadership, creativity Student Management System which is also and value innovation.” used by major universities in the world. Students can directly access additional Mission learning content from the website. “To facilitate and enhance quality teaching for learning, promoting research and Benchmarking engaging the community, through An active benchmarking strategy of our key innovative practices and emerging processes, programmes and curricula with technologies achieving increased global other private, public, national, international access, employment, entrepreneurial and trade organisations is carried out in the opportunities and transformation.” constant pursuit of excellence and continued improvement. World-Class Institution The institution’s programmes have been Relevant Curriculum historically driven by demand in the Developing and delivering curricula that workplace. The National Master Scarce are in line with industry and employer Skills List for South Africa, provided by the requirements are supported by an externally Department of Labour as well as the SETA represented Senate. In addition, academic Sector Skills Plan, demands work-based faculties and departments provide support programmes that are geared towards to all teaching for learning activities. preparing students to find meaningful employment in the ICT, commerce, Professional management government and industry sectors. Teaching and learning expertise on each campus, together with professional Work Integrated Learning management, ensure that the learning Included in the curriculum are compulsory needs of students are met and that the work-readiness skills and work integrated quality of teaching for learning, assessment learning programmes requiring appropriate and research is continually improved workplace assessments for all students, and consistent at all campuses. Students before awarding qualifications. are provided with a system of nationally managed, standardised learning materials and curriculum which are reviewed and 11
upgraded annually. Learning materials are Language Policy also preloaded on Tablet PCs, making them The medium of instruction is English easily accessible. Mode of Instruction Interactive Learning Contact or distance depending on Small and manageable class sizes allow programme. for interactive teaching for learning and provision of strategic supplementary classes Student Financial Aid in smaller groups, targeting specific needs in Students who require bursaries and financial student development. aid are requested to write to the Bursary Committee, Private Bag X23, Umhlanga Community Engagement Rocks, 4320 or visit our website: An effective community engagement (CE) richfield.ac.za strategy makes campuses more accessible to the communities. Joint projects and use of Student Support Services institutional infrastructure for CE purposes For complaints/grievances, students are encouraged. must complete the Student Concerns logbook to ensure satisfactory conclusion. International ISO 9001: 2015 and Students may email student concerns to OHSAS 18001: 2007 Quality Standards lc@richfield.ac.za The institution also holds to the ISO 9001: 2015 and OHSAS 18001: 2007 Code of Conduct internationally certified quality standards Students are required to abide by the code for the provision of higher education and of conduct, full details of which are covered training, distance and vocational technical in our enrollment contract. studies, professional learning and skills programmes to international organisations South African Regulatory Compliance and individuals. In addition to the International Quality Standards, the institution meets the Fees and Charges Including Refund(s) in quality standards of the Council on Higher the Case of Cancellation or Withdrawal Education, Department of Higher Education Students are advised to refer to the and the South African Qualifications enrollment contract: terms and conditions Authority. 1.4 and 1.5 regarding cancellation or withdrawal. Internet-Enabled Libraries Access to internet-enabled libraries, that Student Enrollment Contract offer full text electronic database downloads All students are to ensure that they have for teaching and learning purposes, are signed and completed an enrollment available to students. contract. 12
Campus Social Life Library and e-Library resources All campuses have staff who are responsible Richfield possesses a substantial academic for work integrated learning, social library collection of over 135 000 textbooks and cultural activities and community across its 30 libraries nationally. The library engagement programmes. Social networks subscribes to an increasing number of using wi-fi connectivity and Tablet PCs electronic journals (e-journals), electronic are encouraged and freely available at all books (e-books), electronic magazines campuses. (e-magazines) and electronic newspapers (e-newspapers) from leading academic Academic Infrastructure publishers such as ElsevierScience Direct, The institution has state-of-the-art facilities Emerald, Springer, World Advertising and highly qualified academic and support Research Center (WARC) and Worldwide staff including a mix of foreign academic Information Services – PressReader. Major professionals who also provide scarce and book publishers such as Cengage Learning, critical skills. Pearson Education, Wiley, McGraw-Hill, Juta, Oxford and Lexis Nexis provide Industry Engagement academic support to the institution. The latest available textbooks are prescribed Richfield has a dedicated team working and kept in the libraries nationally. closely with industry experts and thought leaders, as well as key stakeholders in Health and Wellness Policy recruitment, and learning development to ensure we develop cutting-edge curriculum Students are to familiarise themselves with that will in turn prioritise Richfield graduates the institution’s health and wellness policy. for employment. Policy on Disability Articulation of Qualification Students are to familiarise themselves with The institution’s qualifications are the institution’s policy on disability. positioned on the National Qualification Framework (NQF) and certain qualifications Academic Agility are also positioned on the new Higher Despite Covid-19, the institution continued Education Qualification Sub-Framework the academic year without any teaching (HEQSF). All qualifications have an and learning disruptions. occupational content and allow for vertical and horizontal articulation. 13
World Class Technology Success is at Your doorstep... Students who register for a Diploma, All students have FREE access to the Degree or post grad qualification will Richfield Website and Moodle platform. receive a Laptop with Windows 10. The Tablet PC is compact, very lightweight This laptop fully supports all programming and extremely easy to carry. Our tablets can languages utilised during the course and easily fit into most backpacks. The learning comes with a 12-month warranty. You will material also includes global podcasts of also gain access to our world-class campus- experts’ opinions on pertinent subjects based Wi-Fi, e-libraries and our student and provides online entry to the Integrated learner management system. Tertiary Software (ITS) and Moodle for assignments, accounts information and All other students registering for other full assessment results. Higher Education courses, such as Higher Certificate will receive a FREE Vodacom Digital Libraries Tablet PC which includes limited warranty and storage, e-libraries and 100mb monthly The institution subscribes to a number of data valid for 12 months. e-journals, e-cases, e-books, e-magazines and e-newspapers from leading publishers such as Elsevier ScienceDirect, Emerald Blended Learning: Publishing, SpringerNature, PressReader A holistic African Solution and WARC Resources. ING SUP RN Migration to a Greener Planet PO ED LEA Face-to-Face Student Centredness RT SYS & Distance Moodle Learner Management System Learning Tablet PC Integration ND TE M BLE Richlabs Digital Content Creation 14
Digital Libraries The institution has perpetual access to the PressReader offers unlimited digital access Elsevier ScienceDirect e-book collection. to over 4 000 top newspapers and more than The e-book collection consists of the 3 000 magazines from around the world. following subject areas: Students choose from full-version, current- • Computer science, business, day content in 60+ languages from more management, hospitality and tourism, than 100 countries. finance, media technology, medicine and dentistry Students can enjoy reading the world’s newspapers and magazines the way they want to receive them – in downloads, online, or on their mobile device, tablet or e-reader – wherever they live, travel, work or play. Discover this unparalleled resource for accelerating research and learning for students, researchers and professionals. SpringerNature hosts the world’s largest collection of science, technology, humanities Emerald Publishing is a global publisher and social sciences e-books, which include providing the highest quality, peer-reviewed critical, must-have content for students research. With over 50 years’ experience, and continual access with archival rights. Emerald manages a portfolio of over Students at Richfield have no limit on 300 e-journals. Journal articles can be user access and downloads which may downloaded and shared with students. be accessed anytime, anywhere and on The institution subscribes to the e-journal any device. Premier Collection and the Emerging Markets e-case studies. 15
Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Richfield TVET division operates be able to select a programme that best in the occupational qualifications suits their employment opportunities. The programmes for the business studies sub-framework to roll out national NATED courses available are Educare, occupational qualifications to Public Management, Human Resource learners who want a trade or Management, Management Assistant, occupation. Technical and Vocational Legal Secretary, Medical Secretary, Education and Training (TVET) equips Business Management, Financial Management, Marketing Management, them, not only with vocational skills, Public Relations, Tourism and Hospitality, but with a broad range of knowledge, and Catering Services. skills and attitudes that are now recognised as indispensable for NATED programmes are delivered under the auspices of the Department of Higher meaningful participation in work Education and Training. The programmes and life. consist of 18 months theoretical studies at the college and 18 months relevant practical According to research, TVET students application in workplaces. Engineering obtaining both theoretical and practical studies range from N1 to N6 while Business training are preferred for employment and Utility studies range from N4 to N6. by the engineering sector. The National The ultimate goal of the NATED courses Accredited Technical Education Diploma is to award the student studying the course (NATED) programmes include the with an N6 Diploma. Mechanical, Electrical, Civil and Chemical Engineering fields. Studies in Engineering Technical and Vocational Education will provide opportunities in various sectors of contribute to greater access to technical the economy and addresses the national and vocational programmes in the Higher skills shortages and facilitates economic Education band. The central question growth and development in the country. contained in the White Paper (DHET: 2013) refers to how skills development can The acquisition of technical skills makes support the creation of a development state. one more employable in the formal labour Technical education will make an individual a market and also develops entrepreneurial valuable asset to the changing technological skills across many disciplines. global environment. The aim of the business studies NATED programmes is to equip learners with skills in general business practices. Learners will 16
TVET Faculty NATED Engineering Qualifications 17
National Certificate Electrical Engineering N1-N3 (One Year) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels. Each N level takes place over one trimester. After each trimester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. We recommend continuing through all three levels and doing N4, N5 and N6 in order to qualify for the National Diploma. The National Diploma requires students to work for 24 months in the Electrical field before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. Period of delivery: three months per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N1 N2 N3 • Grade 9 with Mathematics • N1 or equivalent • N2 or equivalent Modules by Trimester N1 N2 N3 • Electrical Trade Theory • Electrical Trade Theory • Electrotechnology • Mathematics • Mathematics • Mathematics • Engineering Science • Engineering Science • Engineering Science • Industrial Electronics • Industrial Electronics • Industrial Electronics Articulation Options N1 N2 N3 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to allow entry into the N2 allow entry into the N3 allow entry into the N4 The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • Assistant Electrician • Industrial Electronic Assistant • Assistant Foreman • Wireman • Maintenance Assistant • Electrical Entrepreneur • Controller/Inspector • Building Trade-related career Articulation to Certificate – Electrical Engineering: N4 Completion of National Certificate: Electrical Engineering N1, N2 and N3 as above, serves as entrance to National Certificate N4 Electrical Engineering. 18
National Certificate Electrical Engineering N4-N6 (One Year) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels. Each N level takes place over one trimester. After each trimester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. We recommend continuing through all three levels in order to qualify for the National Diploma. The National Diploma requires students to work for 24 months in the Electrical field before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. Period of delivery: Three months per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N4 N5 N6 • An appropriate National Certificate: • A National Certificate: N4: • A National Certificate: N5: N3: Engineering Studies Electrical Engineering with four Electrical Engineering with four • Grade 12/Matric pass with 40% in subjects passed subjects passed Physics and Maths Modules by Trimester N4 N5 N6 • Electrotechnics • Electrotechnics • Power Machines • Industrial Electronics • Mathematics • Industrial Electronics • Mathematics • Power Machines • Electrotechnics • Engineering Science • Industrial Electronics • Mathematics Articulation Options N4 N5 N6 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to Higher Certificate, Diploma allow entry into N5 allow entry into N6 The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • Electrician • Millwright • Electrotechnician • Electrical Fitter/Engineer • Master Technician • Electrical Wireperson (Domestic Installation) Learning Outcomes • Evaluate and apply essential methods to technical operational systems. • Analyse and apply acquired knowledge in performing the tasks and solving common problems. • Gather and analyse relevant information, use data to apply theories and principles within Engineering-related situations. • Execute role and responsibilities by being able to summarise, classify, discuss and estimate application processes required through mathematical concepts, technical and schematic diagrams, computer and technology usage in a range of different contexts. • Communicate with peers, customers and members of supervisory/management levels by presenting information reliably and accurately in spoken and written form. National Diploma: Electrical Engineering Completion of National Diploma: Electrical Engineering N4, N5 and N6 as above, plus 24 months of practical experience in a workplace leads to the National Diploma: Electrical Engineering. 19
National Certificate Mechanical Engineering N4-N6 (One Year) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels. Each N level takes place over one trimester. After each trimester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. We recommend continuing through all three levels in order to qualify for the National Diploma. The National Diploma requires students to work for 24 months in a Mechanical department before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. Period of delivery: three months per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N4 N5 N6 • An appropriate National Certificate • A National Certificate: N4: • A National Certificate: N5: N3: Engineering Studies Mechanical Engineering with four Mechanical Engineering with four • Grade 12/Matric pass with 40% in subjects passed subjects passed Physics and Maths Modules by Trimester N4 N5 N6 • Mechanotechnics • Power Machines • Power Machines • Mathematics • Mechanotechnics • Mechanotechnics • Engineering Science • Mechanical Drawing and Design • Mathematics • Mechanical Draughting • Mathematics • Mechanical Drawing and Design Articulation Options N4 N5 N6 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to Higher Certificate, Diploma allow entry into N5 allow entry into N6 The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • Assistant Mechanical Engineer • Mechanical Engineering Technician • Auto Electrician • Motor Mechanic • Boilermaker • Sheet metal Worker • Diesel Mechanic • Tool Maker • Fitter and Turner • Welder Learning Outcomes • Evaluate and apply essential methods to technical operational systems. • Analyse and apply acquired knowledge in performing the tasks and solving common problems • Execute role and responsibilities by being able to summarise, classify, discuss and estimate application processes required through mathematical concepts, technical and schematic diagrams, computer and technology usage in a range of different contexts • Communicate with peers, customers and members of supervisory/management levels by presenting information reliably and accurately in spoken and written form National Diploma: Mechanical Engineering Completion of National Certificates: Mechanical Engineering N4, N5 and N6 as above, plus 24 months of practical experience in a workplace leads to the National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. 20
National Certificate Chemical Engineering N4-N6 (One Year) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels. Each N level takes place over one trimester. After each trimester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. We recommend continuing through all three levels in order to qualify for the National Diploma. The National Diploma requires students to work for 24 months in the Chemical field before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. Period of delivery: three months per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N4 N5 N6 • An appropriate National Certificate: • A National Certificate: N4: • A National Certificate: N5: N3: Engineering Studies Mechanical Engineering with four Mechanical Engineering with four • Grade 12/Matric pass with 40% in subjects passed subjects passed Physics and Maths • Grade 12/Matric pass with 40% in • Grade 12/Matric pass with 40% in Physics and Maths Physics and Maths Modules by Trimester N4 N5 N6 • Mathematics • Power Machines • Power Machines • Engineering Science • Mathematics • Mathematics • Chemical Plant Operations • Chemical Plant Operations • Chemical Plant Operations • Chemistry • Chemistry • Chemical Technology Articulation Options N4 N5 N6 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to Higher Certificate, Diploma allow entry into N5 allow entry into N6 The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • Chemical Engineering • Chemical Assistant • Environmental Protection • Lab Assistant Learning Outcomes • Identify, evaluate, formulate and solve processes related to technical and operational problems • Design process equipment in order to modify existing sections of the plant • Plan and implement the production of required products • Plan and implement projects using project management tools and skills • Have knowledge of the safety, health and environmental (SHE) impacts of chemical processing activities in order to identify the impacts and use measures to control these • Use IT in the application of engineering methods, skills and tools National Diploma: Chemical Engineering Completion of National Certificates: Chemical Engineering N4, N5 and N6 as above, plus 24 months of practical experience in a workplace leads to the National Diploma in Chemical Engineering. 21
National Certificate Civil Engineering N4-N6 (One Year) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels. Each N level takes place over one trimester. After each trimester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. We recommend continuing through all three levels in order to qualify for the National Diploma. The National Diploma requires students to work for 24 months in a Civil Engineering department before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. Period of delivery: Three months per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N4 N5 N6 • An appropriate National Certificate: • A National Certificate: N4: Civil • A National Certificate: N5: Civil N3: Engineering Studies Engineering or Engineering or • Grade 12/Matric pass with 40% in • An Equivalent Qualification • An Equivalent Qualification Physics and Maths Modules by Trimester N4 N5 N6 • Building Administration • Quantity Surveying • Quantity Surveying • Quantity Surveying • Building and Structural • Building and Structural • Mathematics Construction Construction • Building and Structural • Mathematics • Mathematics Construction • Building Administration • Building Administration Articulation Options N4 N5 N6 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to Higher Certificate, Diploma or allow entry into N5 allow entry into N6 Bachelor’s Degree The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • Construction Foreman • Building Inspector • Construction Supervisor • Contractor • Plumber • Assistant Surveyor Learning Outcomes • Evaluate and apply essential methods to technical operational systems • Analyse and apply acquired knowledge in performing the tasks and solving common problems • Execute role and responsibilities by being able to summarise, classify, discuss and estimate application processes required through mathematical concepts, technical and schematic diagrams, computer and technology usage in a range of different contexts • Communicate with peers, customers and members of supervisory/management levels by presenting information reliably and accurately in spoken and written form National Diploma: Civil Engineering Completion of National Certificates Civil Engineering N4, N5 and N6 as above, plus 24 months of practical experience in a workplace leads to the National Diploma in Civil Engineering. 22
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National Certificate Business Management N4-N6 (18 Months) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels over 18 months. Each N level takes place over one semester. After each semester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. The National Diploma requires students to complete the N4 – N6 and thereafter work for 18 months at a Business practice before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. Completing a programme in Business Management opens doors to a range of jobs in a number of sectors in our economy. Period of delivery: One semester per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N4 N5 N6 • An appropriate National Senior • A National Certificate: N4: Business • A National Certificate: N5: Business Certificate or Grade 12 with Management or an Equivalent Management or an Equivalent Accounting Qualification Qualification • NCV L4 Modules by Semester N4 N5 N6 • Entrepreneurship and Business • Entrepreneurship and Business • Entrepreneurship and Business Management Management Management • Management Communication • Computer Practice • Computer Practice • Computer Practice • Sales Management • Sales Management • Financial Accounting • Financial Accounting • Financial Accounting Articulation Options N4 N5 N6 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to Higher Certificate, Diploma allow entry into N5 allow entry into N6 The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • General Manager • Office Manager • Assistant Manager • Restaurant Manager • Entrepreneur • Small Business Owner • Business Development • Business Advisor • Quality Assurance Learning Outcomes • The challenges of entrepreneurship, market feasibility study and financial feasibility study. • Introduction to the business plan. • The marketing, management and financial plans and presentation and evaluation of the business plan. • Introduction to management, personal management and ethics/social responsibility. • History of labour relations in South Africa, labour legislation, structuring workplace relations, collective bargaining, procedures, dispute settlement and agreements National Diploma: Business Management Completion of National Certificates: Business Management N4, N5 and N6 as above, plus 18 months of practical experience in a workplace shall result in the award of a National Diploma: Business Management. 24
National Certificate Educare N4-N6 (18 Months) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels. Each N level takes place over one semester. After each semester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. The National Diploma requires students to work for 18 months after completing the N4 – N6 at an Educare practice before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. There are various career possibilities for students who would like to work with children from birth to five years of age. Period of delivery: One semester per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N4 N5 N6 • An appropriate National Senior • A National Certificate: N4: Educare • A National Certificate: N5: Educare Certificate or Grade 12 or an Equivalent Qualification or an Equivalent Qualification • NCV L4 Modules by Semester N4 N5 N6 • Educare Didactics Theory and • Entrepreneurship and Business • Day Care Management Practical Management N4 • Day Care Communication • Child Health • Day Care Communication • Educare Didactics Theory and • Education • Educare Didactics Theory and Practical • Day Care Personnel Development Practical • Educational Psychology • Educational Psychology Articulation Options N4 N5 N6 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to Higher Certificate, Diploma or allow entry into N5 allow entry into N6 Bachelor’s Degree The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • Day Care Manager • Educare Practitioner • Child Care Assistant • Play Group Practitioner • Pre-School Teacher • Day Care Supervisor • Au Pair • Admin Assistant • Entrepreneur Learning Outcomes • The whole child approach, aspects of learning and memory, educational approach to children with special intellectual needs • Educational play and toys • Written planning • Observation of babies (birth to 18 months) • Nutrition • Care of the young child National Diploma: Educare Completion of National Certificates: Business Management N4, N5 and N6 as above, plus 18 months of practical experience in a workplace shall result in the award of a National Diploma: Educare. 25
National Certificate Hospitality and Catering Services N4-N6 (18 Months) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels. Each N level takes place over one semester. After each semester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. We recommend continuing through all three levels in order to qualify for the National Diploma. The National Diploma requires students to work for 18 months at a Hospitality and Catering department before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. Period of delivery: One semester per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N4 N5 N6 • An appropriate National Senior • A National Certificate: N4: • A National Certificate: N5: Certificate or Grade 12 Hospitality and Catering Hospitality and Catering • NCV L4 Services or an Equivalent Services or an Equivalent Qualification Qualification Modules by Semester N4 N5 N6 • Nutrition and Menu Planning • Applied Management • Catering, Theory and Practical • Catering, Theory and Practical • Catering, Theory and Practical • Applied Management • Applied Management • Food and Beverage Services • Computer Practice N4 • Sanitation and Safety • Entrepreneurship and Business • Communication and Human Management N4 Relations Articulation Options N4 N5 N6 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to Higher Certificate, Diploma allow entry into N5 allow entry into N6 The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • Hotel Manager • Events Manager • Guesthouse Manager • Entrepreneur • Restaurant Manager • Spa Manager • Food and Beverage Manager • Travel Agent • Catering Supervisor Learning Outcomes • Equips the student with basic food service techniques, teaching them basic and complex skills needed to run a successful hotel, restaurant or guesthouse • Catering Theory prepares the student with applicable knowledge of all the different food types, preparation techniques and current food trends in the industry. Catering Practical enables the student to practically apply all the theory taught • Studies the disciplines of communication, motivation and self-image. Human Relations provides background to the management of staff National Diploma: Hospitality and Catering Completion of National Certificates: Hospitality and Catering Services N4, N5 and N6 as above, plus 18 months of practical experience in a workplace shall result in the award of a National Diploma: Hospitality and Catering Services. 26
National Certificate Tourism N4-N6 (18 Months) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels. Each N level takes place over one semester. After each semester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. We recommend continuing through all three levels in order to qualify for the National Diploma. The National Diploma requires students to work for 18 months at a Tourism institution before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. Period of delivery: One semester per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N4 N5 N6 • An appropriate National Senior • A National Certificate: N4: Tourism • A National Certificate: N5: Tourism Certificate or Grade 12 or an Equivalent Qualification or An Equivalent Qualification • NCV L4 • Computer Practice N4* Modules by Semester N4 N5 N6 • Tourism Communication • Tourism Communication • Hotel Reception • Tourist Destinations • Tourist Destinations • Tourist Destinations • Travel Office Procedures • Travel Office Procedures • Travel Office Procedures • Travel Services • Travel Services • Travel Services • Computer Practice N4* Articulation Options N4 N5 N6 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to Higher Certificate, Diploma or allow entry into N5 allow entry into N6 Bachelor’s Degree The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • Tourism information Desk • Car Rentals Agent • Travel agent • Hotel Receptionist/Porter • Tour Operator • Convention Planner • Retail Agent • Concierge • Airports and Airline Clerk Learning Outcomes • Financial record keeping, principles of south African law • Fares within Africa • Dealing with enquiries, complaints an conflict, written communication, presentations, advertising, organisational communication • Hotel organisation, the hotel reception, reception, legal aspects • Car hire, foreign currency, travel insurance, special international travel, hotel reservations, tour planning and budgeting National Diploma: Tourism Completion of National Certificates: Tourism N4, N5 and N6 as above, plus 18 months of practical experience in a workplace shall result in the award of a National Diploma: Tourism * At additional cost 27
National Certificate Public Management N4-N6 (18 Months) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels. Each N level takes place over one semester. After each semester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. We recommend continuing through all three levels in order to qualify for the National Diploma. The National Diploma requires students to work for 18 months in a Public Management department before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. Period of delivery: One semester per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N4 N5 N6 • An appropriate National Senior • A National Certificate: N4: Public • A National Certificate: N5: Public Certificate or Grade 12 Management or an Equivalent Management or an Equivalent • NCV L4 Qualification Qualification Modules by Semester N4 N5 N6 • Public Administration • Public Administration • Public Administration • Computer Practice • Public Finance • Municipal Administration • Management Communication • Municipal Administration • Public Finance • Entrepreneurship and Business • Computer Practice • Public Law Management Articulation Options N4 N5 N6 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to Higher Certificate, Diploma allow entry into N5 allow entry into N6 The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • Public Sector General Manager • Municipal Officer • Public Sector Administration Manager • Community Coordinator • Public Sector Human Resources Manager • Clerk • Data Capturer • Communications Officer Learning Outcomes • Public finance • Personnel management • Sustainable development • Legislative procedures • Information technology • Knowledge skills – applications necessary for public managers to models of governance National Diploma: Public Management Completion of National Certificates: Public Management N4, N5 and N6 as above, plus 18 months of practical experience in a workplace shall result in the award of a National Diploma: Public Management. 28
National Certificate Human Resource Management N4-N6 (18 Months) Rationale The programme progresses through three levels. Each N level takes place over one semester. After each semester, students are eligible for a National Certificate on that level. We recommend continuing through all three levels in order to qualify for the National Diploma. The National Diploma requires students to work for 18 months in a Human Resources department before they are entitled to receive a National Diploma. Period of delivery: One semester per level (programme) Entry Level Requirements N4 N5 N6 • An appropriate National Senior • A National Certificate: N4: Human • A National Certificate: N5: Human Certificate or Grade 12 Resource Management or an Resource Management or an • NCV L4 Equivalent Qualification Equivalent Qualification Modules by Semester N4 N5 N6 • Personnel Management • Personnel Management • Personnel Management • Entrepreneurship and Business • Personnel Training • Personnel Training Management • Labour Relations • Labour Relations • Management Communication • Computer Practice • Computer Practice • Computer Practice Articulation Options N4 N5 N6 This qualification has been designed to This qualification has been designed to Higher Certificate, Diploma or allow entry into N5 allow entry into N6 Bachelor’s Degree The following criteria must be met in order to write the National DHET examinations: * DP 40% * Attendance Ratio 80% Career Paths • Human Resources Manager • Recruitment Agent • Training and Development Manager • Personnel Manager • Labour Relations Manager • Training Coordinator Learning Outcomes • Understand and describe applied human resource principle theory • Discuss management in organisations and the common problems found in Human Resource management • Understand job analysis and the various techniques used in job analysis • Define recruitment and compare internal and external recruitment by giving examples of each • Demonstrate an understanding of the mandatory/employee benefits as well as the fringe benefits • Develop an ergonomic approach to eliminate accidents and unsafe acts in the workplace • Explain the job and personal stress factors and identify the consequences of stress • Be able to identify various staffing strategies • Understand training and development of employees and career management at organisational level • Describe behavioural aspects of human resource management including motivation, leadership and teamwork National Diploma: Human Resource Management Completion of National Certificates: Human Resource Management N4, N5 and N6 as above, plus 18 months of practical experience in a workplace shall result in the award of a National Diploma: Human Resource Management. 29
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