This unit standard is intended for people who need a fundamental understanding of the concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) either as a user of computers or as basic knowledge for a career needing this competency, like the ICT industry. People credited with this unit standard are able to:
• Describe the components of Information and Communication Technologies. • Describe the hardware components of a personal computer. • Describe software for personal computers. • Describe information networks in relation to ICT. • Describe ergonomic principles for computer workstations. • Explain health and safety when working with computers. • Setup a computer workstation taking ergonomic principles and health and safety issues into account.
This Unit Standard is intended for people who need to produce and edit documents using a GUI-based word processor either as a user of computers or as basic knowledge for a career in the ICT industry. A person credited with this unit standard is capable of:
• Using the desktop of a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based operating system. • Using the features of a GUI Window. • Using of the Help facility in a GUI environment. • Using a pointing device in a GUI environment. • Using generic print options in a GUI environment.
This unit standard is intended for people who need to create and edit simple databases using a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based database application either as a user of computers or as basic knowledge for a career needing this competency, like the ICT industry. People credited with this unit standard are able to:
• Understand the principles of databases. • Open and save a simple existing database. • Produce and edit a simple database from given specifications. • Data is entered into a simple database table from given specifications. • Modify the design of a database table. • Sort and search for records in a database table.
This unit standard is a core standard and forms part of the qualification, National Certificate Project Management and is registered at Level 4 on the National Qualifications Framework. Learners accessing this standard will be involved in project management teams or building small project teams across sectors. It is also valuable for learners running their own businesses. The qualifying learner is capable of:
• Demonstrating an understanding of criteria for working as a member of a team. • Working autonomously and collaborating with other team members. • Contributing to building relationships between team members and stakeholders. • Making a positive contribution to team coherence, image and spirit. • Respecting personal, ethical, religious and cultural differences to enhance interaction between team members.
This unit standard provides a broad introduction to HIV/AIDS in the workplace, enabling learners to be informed and caring workers. It builds knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes in relation to the learner's own context and experience. The qualifying learner is capable of:
• Understanding the effects of HIV/AIDS on the immune system. • Knowing how HIV/AIDS is transmitted. • Knowing what behavior is safe and what behavior carries the risk of HIV/AIDS transmission. • Knowing what guidelines and assistance are available to support workers with HIV/AIDS and recognising own role in creating a caring work environment. • Understanding the implications of the HIV/AIDS pandemic for society, the economy, a business sub-sector, an organisation and a specific workplace.
Gain a fundamental understanding of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) including components, hardware, software, networks, and safe, ergonomic practices for setting up a workstation.
Learn how to efficiently operate a GUI-based word processor, use desktop and window features, and access help facilities to enhance your computer skills for the workplace or ICT careers.
Develop skills to create, maintain, and use simple databases. This unit provides the foundation for storing and retrieving data in a structured manner to support business needs.
Understand how to contribute effectively to a team in a project environment. Learn about team dynamics, roles, responsibilities, and how to achieve common goals collaboratively.
This unit builds awareness of HIV/AIDS in a work environment, helping learners understand its impact, reduce stigma, and support safe and informed practices in the workplace.
This foundational requirement ensures learners can read, write and communicate clearly in English. Strong literacy supports learning, helps with understanding technical content, and ensures effective participation in computing studies.