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BUTTERWORTH CAMPUS PROSPECTUS 2015


BUTTERWORTH CAMPUS

Prospectus 2015

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Faculty of Engineering & Technology


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Note this prospectus contains material and information applicable to the whole campus. It also contains detailed information and specific requirements applicable to programmes that are offered by the campus. This prospectus should be read in conjunction with the General Prospectus which includes the University’s General Rules & Regulations, which is a valuable source of information. Students are encouraged to contact the Academic Head of the relevant campus if you are unsure of a rule or an interpretation. Disclaimer

Although the information contained in this prospectus has been compiled as accurately as possible, WSU accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. WSU reserves the right to make any necessary alterations to this prospectus as and when the need may arise. This prospectus is published for the 2015 academic year. Offering of programmes and/or courses

Students should note that the offering of programmes and/or courses as described in this brochure may be subject to change. The offering of programmes and/or courses is dependent on viable student enrolment numbers being met (as determined by HOD) and physical and human resources being available.


Walter Sisulu University - Make your dreams come true

In this PROSPECTUS 1 CAMPUS STAFF Faculty management & staff, academic staff & qualifications ・ administrative & support staff PAGE 1

2 CAMPUS CONTACTS PAGE 14

3 WELCOME MESSAGE

FROM CAMPUS RECTOR PAGE 15

CAMPUS SITES

PAGE 16

CAMPUS VISION AND MISSION

Vision, Mission, Faculty research niche areas

PAGE 16

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

PAGE 18

FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

PAGE 60

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

PAGE 102


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1.1 Campus staff RECTORATE Rector Professor C Anyangwe, PhD, LLM (London), PGD Comparative Law (Strasbourg), LLB, BA Law (Yaounde) Secretary Ms S N Jordan, ND: OMT, B Tech: Management (WSU) DEANS Faculty of Education Professor RA Sonn, DEd, MEd, B Ed, BA, STD (UWC) Faculty of Management Sciences Mrs B Nguza-Mduba, MBL (UNISA), M ED (UOFS), B Com (Hons), B Ed (UNISA), B COM (ED), STD (UNITRA) Faculty of Engineering and Technology Dr PS Jaca – BSc(Ed), HonsBSc, MSc (Unitra), MEd

(Sheffield, UK), PhD (NMMU) HEADS OF ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS FACULTY OF EDUCATION Economic and Management Sciences Education Acting HOD Mr V Macozoma, MBA (UFH), B Com Ed (Unitra) Continuing and Adult Professional Teacher Development Adult and Continuing Education Acting HOD Dr E Sarpong, BA Hons (Ghana), B Ed (Unitra), M Ed

(Rhodes), PG Dip Adult Ed, MA (Natal), PhD (UKZN) Mathematics and Technology Education Acting HOD Mr SF Skosana, BEd Hons WSU, B Tech Ed, ND: Tech Ed (TNG) FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES Department of Accounting Acting HoD: Mr L Mlawu, B.Com Hons Acc (UKZN) CTA (UKZN) Department of Management Acting HoD: Mrs TM Mdledle, M Tech: Entrepreneurship (DUT) Department of Public Management & Administration Acting HoD: Mr C Novukela, MPA (UPE) Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management Acting HoD: Mr Z Cengimbo, M-Tech, B-Admin (TSA)


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FACULTY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY Department of Built Environment Acting HOD Mr GD Bibbi, MSc (Land and Property Dev), B Tech (QS),

ND Build (ECT) Department of Civil Engineering Acting HOD Mr MH Singata, Reg Eng Tech, NHD (Civil Eng) (NT), ND

(Civil Eng) (NT) Department of Electrical Engineering Acting HoD Mr LC Gcadinja, B Tech (Elec) (CPUT), ND (Elec) (ECT) Fashion Department Acting HOD Ms JC Tessendorf, MBA (Rhodes), NH Dip Fashion, N Dip

Clothing Design (Vaal Triangle Technikon) Department of Information and Communication Technology Acting HOD Mr M Jaza, BSc, BSc (Hons) (UFH)

Department of Mechanical Engineering Acting HOD Mr JT Nyangato BTech (Mech Eng) (UNISA), HND

(Mech) (Harare Polytech), MSAIMechE

Department of Applied Informatics & Mathematics Acting HOD Mr MS Majova, BSc, HED, BSc (Hons), M. Ed (Unitra) HEADS OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPPORT DEPARTMENTS Campus Director Ms N Bikitsha, B Com, HDE (UNITRA), PGDip (Bus Mgmt)

(Natal), MBA (UKZN) Secretary Ms JN Cewu, ND: (PM), B Tech (PM) (WSU) Acting Director Academic administration Mr CN Nyangeni, MEd (UOFS), M Dip (RAU), BEd (Unisa),

BA, PGCE (UNITRA) Deputy Director HR Ms K Goqwana, IPM Diploma (PM) (IPM), BTech (HRM)

UNISA), B Tech (HRM) (TSA), B Admin (University of the North)

Manager ICT Mr B Silwane, ND: Electrical Eng. (MUT), PGDip (Bus Mgmt) MBA (UKZN)

Acting Chief Examinations Officer Ms D Bassie, B Com (Accounting Science) (UNITRA) Coordinator CLTD Ms NP Ceza, MEd, PGDTE (UNISA), Masters Dip (RAU),

BA (Unitra) Manager Mrs QNC Ndzingani, Masters (LIS) (WSU), Hons (LIS)

(Natal), HD (LIS) (UNITRA), BA (PM) (FH) Manager Quality Assurance Mr AM Makola, BBA (Andrews University), BB&A Hons,

MBA (USB) Director Student Affairs Vacant



Facilities Manager Ms N Mdleleni, ND: OMT (ECT) Certificate in Facilities Management (FMSA)

1.2 Academic and Support Staff per Department FACULTY OF EDUCATION Department of Economic & Management Sciences Education Acting HoD & Lecturer Mr V Macozoma, MBA (Fort Hare), B Com Ed (Unitra), Dip

Labour Law (GIMT), ICDL (ICDLSA) Lecturer Mr CM Landu, B Com Hons, B Com (Fort Hare)

Ms B Mkabile, M Ed (WSU), BEd Hons, B Compt, B Com, (Unitra) Mr X Somfongo, ND: PMA, NHDE (ECT) B Tech (WSU), PGDE, M Ed (Stellenbosch), M Ed (UFS)

Department of Continuing and Adult Professional Teacher Development Acting HoD & Senior Lecturer Dr E Sarpong, BA Hons (Ghana), B Ed (Unitra), M Ed

(Rhodes), PG Dip Adult Ed, MA (Natal), PhD (UKZN) Lecturer Mr SG Gashi, BA, HDE (Unitra), B Ed (Rhodes) Lab Technician Ms T Mtiya, NHDE, ACE (ECT), B Ed Hons (NMMU) Continuing Professional Teacher Education Acting HoD & Lecturer Ms B Mkabile, M Ed, BEd Hons (WSU), B Compt, B Com,

(Unitra), STD (Butterworth College of Education) Department of Mathematics and Technology Education Acting HoD & Lecturer Mr SF Skosana, ND: Tech Educ, B Tech Educ (TNG), BEd

Hons (WSU) Senior Lecturer Dr RP Mokhele, ND: Tech Ed, B Tech (TUT), B Ed Hons

(Unisa), M Tech(TUT), D Ed (WSU) Lecturer Dr JBN Nakin, B Ed (UKZN), M Ed (UOFS), D Ed (Unisa)

Mr Z Magadana, ND: Bus Man (Elukanyisweni College), NHDE (ECT), B Ed Hons, M Ed (WSU) Mr M Jojo, B Ed (Technical), B Ed Hons (WSU) Mrs VS Mpiti, BA Ed (Unitra), B Ed (Unisa), M Ed (WSU) Ms C Skosana, BEd Technical, BEd Hons (TUT) Mr S Pharamela, B Ed Hons (Technical) Mrs NDM Mtshatsha, BA (Ed) (Unitra), B Ed (Unisa), B Consumer Science (UP)

Lab Technician Ms U Nkalane, BEd Technical (WSU)



Faculty Administration Faculty Accountant Mr ZD Mditshwa, B Comm Accounting (Unitra), MBA

(MANCOSA), Association of Accounting Technicians South Africa (AATSA)

Faculty Secretary Ms A Mtyapi, ND: Commercial Practice (ECT), PGCE, B Ed Hons (WSU)

Academic Secretary Ms N Mbambalala, ND: Office Administration (ECT) (I) Administrative Assistant Mr AK Mfundisi Administrative Assistant Ms Y Gomba, ND: Office Management and Technology

(WSU), PGCE (WSU) Computer Laboratory Assistant Mr B Mdlaka FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES Department of Accounting Acting HoD & Senior Lecturers Mr L Mlawu, B.Com Hons Acc (UKZN) CTA (UKZN) Mr O Matarirano, M.com. Bus.Mgt; B.com.Bus Mgt (UFH)

Adv Dip in Mgt Acc (UCT) Mr PK Boateng, CIMA, FCIS Senior Lecturer Mr M Panicker, MBL (Unisa), ACMA; CGMA Lecturers Mr Zwakala, B Com (Unitra) Mr G Adjah B.A. Hons (Uni.Ghana)

Ms S Gwaza, B Tech: IA (E.C.T.) Ms ZK Mangisa, B Tech CMA (WSU), ND: CMA (WSU) Mrs B Rayamajhi, MBA (Nepal) Ms Mbatiwe, PGCE (WSU) Mr M Pumlomo, PGCE (WSU) Mr RO Enokenwa, B.Com (UNW) Mr C Atoliyah, MBA, PGD (Computer Audit) Wits Lab Technician Ms M Mpengesi, B-Tech: Business Admin. (WSU) Department of Management Acting HoD & Senior Lecturer Mrs TM Mdledle, M Tech: Entrepreneurship (DUT) Senior Lecturer Vacant Lecturers Mr M Tini, B A (Hons) in Labour Law (NMMU), B-Tech:

HRM (BT), Dip Labour Law Mrs S Majova, Masters: IR (NMMU) Ms PP Moshesh, B-Tech: HRM (Unisa) Mr M Ningiza, B-Tech: Mgt (Unisa) Mr TL Masakala, BA Hons (English) (Unitra) Ms A Napier, M ED (UFH), BA (Languages), NHD: Ed. Mr T Mduzulwana, B Tech: PM, ND: MNGT. (WSU) Ms N Madikwa, B Tech: HRM, ND: HRM, PGCE (WSU) Mr L Mbikahlobo, B Tech: PRM, ND: PRM (WSU) Ms R Morrison, M ED (UFH), Ms K Kwinana, B A (Hons.) in Communication (UFH)



Ms C McGowan-Berry, BA (Hons) (NMMU), B Tech: HRM, ND: HRM, (WSU)

Technician Ms N Mpulwana, B-Tech: IT (WSU) Department of Public Management and Administration Acting Head of Department Mr C Novukela, MPA (UPE) Senior Lecturers Adv M Mdlalana, LLB (NATAL) Adv M Gogo, LLB (UWC) Dr CJ Posthumus, PhD (LSU) USA Lecturers Mr E Matshikwe, M Tech Pub. Mgt. (NMMU) Mrs N Zondani–Nkonki, MPA (NMMU) Mr AA Jobodwana, B-Tech: PSE (Wits Tech) Mr R Mcunukelwa, B-Tech: PSE (ECT) Ms P Mefi, B-Tech: OMT (DUT) Ms X Gqweta, NHD: Education (ECT) Ms B Tyopo, LLB (UFH); Lab Technician Mr MM Ngini, B-Tech: IT (WSU) Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management Acting HoD & Senior Lecturer Mr. Z Cengimbo, M-Tech: B-Admin (TSA) Lecturers Mr. V Mlanjana, B-Tech: Hosp. Mgt (TUT) Mr. L Ndukwana, M-Tech: B-Admin (TSA) Mrs T Majiki-Mabandla, Masters in Public Health (WSU);

PGDHE (Rhodes); B-Tech: F & B Mgt (CPUT); Ms. K Poponi, PGDHE (Rhodes); B-Tech: Tourism Mgt

(BT) Ms. M Mokoena, Advanced Certificate in Events

Management (UP); PGDHE (Rhodes); B-Tech: Food Service Mgt (VUT) Mrs N Mtayisi, B-Tech: Accounting (ECT) Mr S Stofile, Masters Developmental studies (NMMU)

Mr M Mboyi, B-Tech: Tourism Mgt (DUT) Mr T Setokoe, B-Tech: Tourism Mgt (TUT) Mr P Fadana, B-Tech: Tourism Mgt (CPUT) Lab Technicians Mr C Holtby, HD: B Admin (DAMELIN) Miss M Dlamini, PGDHE (Rhodes); B Tech: Food Service

Mgt (VUT) Miss N Gumpe, B-Tech Hosp. Mgt (TUT) Faculty Administration Faculty Secretary Ms FN Mangisa, B Tech Mngt, ND: Office Admin (WSU) Departmental Secretaries Mr N Sigumede, PGCE (WSU); BTech: Management

(WSU) Ms N Zatelela, ND: OMT (Wits Tech), B Tech: Bus. Admin

(WSU), ND: Mngnt (FPD)



Ms Y Mpuqa, ND: OMT (WSU) FACULTY OF ENGINEERING Department of Built Environment Site HOD/ Lecturer Mr GD Bibbi , MSc (Land and Property Dev), B Tech

(QS), ND Build (ECT)

PCO/Lecturer Mr MC Maqoma , ND(Build)(ECT), BTech(QS)(PE Tech)

Lecturer(Contract) Mr K Ngcobozi , B Tech (QS) (TUT), ND(Build)(NMMU)

Lecturer Mr A Sandile, B Tech (Constr. Mgt.) (NMMU), B Tech QS (NMMU), ND(Build)(BT)

Lecturer(Contract) Mr K Ntakana, B Tech (QS) (NMMU), ND(Build)(BT)

Lecturer(Contract) Miss T Thole , B Tech (QS) (NMMU), ND(Build)(NMMU)

Lecturer(Contract) Mrs S Makina, B Tech (QS) (NMMU), ND(Build)(NMMU)

Academic Secretary Ms KB Fiyani, NHD (Sec Educ) (ECT), ND (OA) (ECT)

Lab Technician Mrs SV Gomba, ND(Build)(WSU)

Department of Civil Engineering Senior Lecturer Vacant

Lecturer Mr MH Singata , Reg Eng Tech, NHD (Civil Eng) (NT), ND (Civil Eng) (NT)

Lecturer (Contract) Mr CW Matota, BTech (Transport Eng) NMMU, ND: Eng (Civil) ECT

Lecturer (Contract) Ms M Thankachan, MSc (Structural Engineering), BSc (Civil) Calicut Univ. India, BEd, Annamalai Univ. India

Lecturer (Contract) Mr P Mbira, BTech (Civil Eng) Univ of Zimbabwe, Post Grad Dip (Constr Management) LundUniv Sweden

Lecturer Mr JB Nartey, BScEng (Hons)

Lecturer Vacant

Lecturer (Contract) Vacant

Lecturer (Contract) Vacant

Academic Secretary Ms KB Fiyani , BTech (WSU) NHD (Sec Educ) (ECT), ND (OA) (ECT)

Lab Tech Mrs L Rozani, ND: Engineering: Civil



Department of Electrical Engineering Site HoD/Lecturer Mr LC Gcadinja , BTech (Elec) (CPUT), ND (Elec)(ECT)

Senior Lecturer Dr P Malindi , Pr Tech Eng (ECSA), DTech (Elec)(CPUT), MTech (Elec) (Natal Tech), MSAIEE (SAIEE), BTech (Elec) (Pen Tech)

Lecturer Mr Z Radebe, BTech (Elec) (DUT), ND(Elec)(DIT)

Lecturer (contract) Mr S Kuyumani, MSc (Sheffield Hallam University, UK), Dip (EC UK) National Tech Cert (Harare Polytech) Cert (LCCI), IEng, MIET, MZIE

Lecturer (contract) Ms M Nael, BSc Eng (ShahidChamran University, Iran)

Lecturer (contract) Mr L Mbangeni, MSc Electronics (French South African Technical Institute), MTech (Elec)( CPUT), BTech (Elec)(CPUT)

Lecturer (contract) Lecturer ( Contract)

Mr V Kumar, BSc Eng Hons (Univ of Camaguey, Cuba) Mr M Magwa, B Eng, (Mangalore University, India MBA (Univ of Cape Town)

Senior Lecturer Mr JM Podges , MTech (Elec)(PE Tech) NHD (Elec)(Tech PTA)

Lecturer Mr OVT Ndondo, MSc(Elec) (Curtin University of Technology) NHD(Elec)( PET)

Lecturer Mr VA Ntsinde, NHD(Elec),ND(Elec)( (Pen Tech)

Lecturer (contract) Mr BG Mutongerwa, BSc Eng Hons (Univ of Zimbabwe)

Academic Secretary Ms T Mpongwana, ND (OMT) (WSU) IBK

Senior Lab Tech Mr R Mahlangu, ND (Elec Eng) (Tech PTA)

Lab Technician Mr M Mgoqi, ND (Elec Eng) (ECT)

Lab Technician Ms N Solombela, ND (Elec Eng) (VUT)

Fashion Department Head of HOD Ms JC Tessendorf, MBA (Rhodes), NH Dip Fashion (VTT), N Dip Clothing Design (VTT) Programme PCO & SNR Lecturer Ms SN Peter, M Tech Entr. (DUT), B Tech Fashion (Natal

Tech), N Dip Fashion (ML Sultan) Lecturer Ms E Mongaula, BTech Fashion (TUT), ND: Fashion (Pret. Tech) Lecturer Mr T Motsepe, BTech Fashion (TUT), ND: Fashion (Contract)



Lecturer Mr M Sigwentu, BTech Fashion (Contract) Lecturer Mr S Njokwana, ND: Fashion (ECT), B Tech Fashion (PenTech) Lecturer Mr S Njokwana, ND: Fashion (ECT), B Tech Fashion (PenTech) Lecturer Ms V Mniki, NHD Fashion (Natal Tech), N Dip Fashion

(ECT) Junior Lecturer Vacant Lab Technician Ms C Thomas, ND Clothing Design (ML Sultan) Lab Assistant (Contract) Mr L Malgas, N Dip IT (ECT), A+(Damelin), ICND(Cisco

Systems) Academic Secretary Ms S Mabusela, N Dip O.M.T (ECT), (PGCE) (WSU)

(Contract) Machine Mechanic Mr K Majeke, (ECT) [IBIKA] Department of Information and Communication Technology Senior Lecturer Mr JM Lukose, MComp Mgt (North Maharashtra) Lecturer &HoD Mr B Ndovie, Dip: CivEng, BSc (Zambia); PGDip, MSc

Comp Sci (Essex) Lecturer & Site PCO Mr M Jaza, BSc, BSc (Hons) (UFH) Lecturer Ms D Pillai, MSc (Zululand) Lecturer Mr Y Murugan, BSc (Hons) (UFH) Lecturer Mr P TambaTamba, BSc Hons (Zululand), M Tech: IT

(DUT) Lecturer Mr R Ngandu, BSc, BSc (Hons) (Rhodes) Lecturer: Mr S Fernandez, MCA (Bangalore University) Lecturer: Mr D Khunjuzwa, MSc Comp Sc (UFH) Lecturer: Mr P Ntlatywa, BTech: IT (ECT), MTech: IT (NMMU) Lecturer: Ms M Ranga, MSc Comp Sc (UFH) Contract Lecturer & Ext Prog Co-od: Ms N Hlungulu, ND: IT (BT), BTech: IT (ECT) Contract Lecturer: Mr A Wakeni, BSc, BSc (Hons) (UFH) Contract Lecturer: Mr A Fosu, BSc (KNUST) (Ghana), BSc (Hons) UFH Contract Lecturer: Ms D Masuku, MSc Comp Sc (UFH) Contract Lecturer: Mrs S Vijayalekshmi, MCA (Bangalore University) Academic Secretary: Ms A Ndaliso, ND: Office Admin (ECT) Laboratory Tech Mr Z Skenjana, ND: IT (ECT) Department of Mechanical Engineering HOD/ Lecturer (contract) Mr J. T Nyangato, BTech (Mech Eng) (UNISA), HND (Mech)

(Harare Polytech), MSAI MechE Senior Lecturer Mr ZA Mkoko, MSc(Eng)(Coventry University),

NHD(Mech)(PE Tech), MSAIMechE Lecturer Mr KV Mjali, PhD(Mech Eng) (NMMU), M Tech (Mech



Eng)(NMMU), B Tech (Mech Eng)(Cape Tech), ND (Mech Eng)(PE Tech), Candidate Engineering Technologist (ECSA)MSAIMechE

Lecturer Mr M Dlambulo, BTech (Mech Eng)(ECT), ND (Mech)(Mangosuthu Tech), Candidate Engineering Technologist (ECSA), MSAIMechE

Lecturer Ms N Mzolo, BTech (Mech) (WSU), ND (ECT), MNSBE, MSAIMechE

Lecturer(Contract) Ms N Boya, BTech (Mech) (WSU), ND (WSU) Lecturer (Contract) Mr F Kabale, BTech (Mech) (WSU), ND (Mech) (ECT)

Candidate Engineering Technician (ECSA), Lecturer (Contract) Mr T George, BTech (Mech) (WSU), ND (Mech) (ECT)

Candidate Engineering Technologist (ECSA) Academic Secretary Ms T Mchizana, BTech (Management) (WSU), ND

OMT(ECT), OPSA Lab Technician Mr L Mntwapi, ND Mech Eng (BT), Artisan (Tool, Jig and

Die Making) Lab Technician Vacant Lab Technician Contract

Mr SL Xakwe, BTech (Mech Eng)(CPUT), ND (Mech)(ECT)

Lab Technician Mr M Ncancayo, ND Mech Eng (WSU) Department of Applied Informatics and Mathematical Sciences Acting Site HOD/ Senior Lecturer

Mr. MS Majova, BSc, HED, BSc(Hons)(Unitra), M. Ed ( Unitra)

Lecturer Mrs P Stofile, BSc, BSc(Hons), HDE(Unitra) Lecturer Ms F Tonjeni, BSc, BSc(Hons)(Unitra) Lecturer Dr S Stofile, BSc, BSc(Hons), MSc(Unitra), PhD (Rhodes) Lecturer/Temporary Mr S Jama, BSc, BScHons(Fort Hare), MSc (UCT) Lecturer/Temporary Mr C Kakuli, BSc, BSc Hons( Fort Hare) Acting Site HOD/ Lecturer

Ms L Tuntulwana, ND: IT, BTech: IT (ECT)

Lecturer Ms P Vitshima, ND: IT, BTech: IT (ECT) Contract lecturer Mr MSN Mamba, BSocSc (RU), BCom IS (Hons) (UFH), MCom

(IS) (UFH) 1.3 Campus Administrative and Support Staff Campus Director Ms N Bikitsha, B Com, HDE (UNITRA), PGDip (Bus Mngt)

(Natal), MBA (UKZN) Secretary Ms JN Cewu, B Tech (Public Management) (WSU)



Bureau for Institutional Research and Planning Secretary Mrs F Shwababa, ND: OMT, B Tech: PM (WSU), MPA

(NMMU) Human Resources Deputy Director Ms K Goqwana, IPM Diploma (PM) (IPM), BTech (HRM)

(Unisa), B Tech (HRM) (Technikon SA), B Admin (University of the North)

Senior HR Officer Z Myataza, ND: HRM (Technikon SA) IR Officer Mrs T Lolo, ND: PM (ECT), B Tech: LRM (UNISA), Hons

LR&HRM (NMMU) (Temp) Assistant HR Officers Ms L Cekwana, ND: HRM, B Tech: HRM (WSU) Mr M Gaya, ND: Management of Training, B Tech: HRM

(WSU) Ms Z Mnguni, ND: HRM, B Tech: HRM (WSU)

Ms A Jacob ND: HRM, B Tech HRM (WSU) Finance Department Financial Accounting Secretary Ms M Solombela Cash Book Officer Mr S Ngacu Finance Officer Creditors Mrs T Tshikitsha Finance Assistant Creditors Mr M Nkonzo Finance Assistant Creditors Miss N Nongauza Finance Assistant Student Fees Mr N Bunguza Senior Financial Aid Officer Ms N Boya Financial Aid Officer Ms P Ngele Financial Aid Assistant Miss S Sifumba Financial Aid Assistant Miss F Makalima Financial Aid Assistant Miss T Nuku Finance Officer Payroll Mr Z Makom Finance Assistant Payroll Mr S Songwevu Finance Assistant Payroll Ms Z Gwexa Cost and Management Accounting Asset Controller Mr V Gquka Budget Officer Miss B Maziko Chief Buyer Mr N Mqikela Buyer Ms N Tshefu Assistant Buyer Ms A Mlambisa Stores Officer Mrs T Nomnqa Postal Services Department Messengers Mr M E Fekade Mr A Xhala



Information and Communication Technology Manager Mr B Silwane, ND: Electrical Eng. (MUT), PGDip: Bus

Mgmt, MBA (UKZN) Service desk Consultant Mrs L Situma-Qumba, ND: IT, B Tech: IT (WSU) Network Specialist Mr S Qumba, ND: IT, B Tech: IT (WSU) Network Technician Mrs N Sitama, ND: IT (WSU) Network Technician Mr A Pamla, ND: IT (WSU) Admissions and Registration

Chief Admissions Officer Mr X E Peter Admissions Officer Mr K Dyule, PGCE, B Tech: PM, ND: OMT (WSU) Admissions Officer Mr M Hala, B Ed Hons: Ed Mgnt & Policy, PGCE, B Tech:

PM, ND: Commercial Practice (WSU) Admissions Officer Mr M Msomi, PGCE, ND: PM (WSU) Admissions Officer Mr Z Badi, PGCE, ND: OMT (WSU) Examinations Acting Chief Examinations Officer Ms D Bassie, B Com (Accounting Science) (UNITRA) Examinations Officer Ms XT Bara, ND: OMT (WSU) Examinations Officer Mrs N Ntongana, ND: Internal Auditing (WSU) Senior Data Capturer Clerk Mrs N Doko Data Capturer Clerk Ms H Ntsubane, STD (WSU) Data Capturer Clerk Mr S Koninga, B Tech: PM (WSU) Centre for Learning Teaching and Development Coordinator Ms NP Ceza, MEd, PGDTE (UNISA), Masters Dip (RAU),

Adv. Cert. Assessor & Moderator (Rhodes), BA (UNITRA) Secretary Mr OD Yawa, ND: OMT, B Tech Management (WSU) E-Learning Specialist Mrs T Ikediboni, ND: IT (Border), B Tech: IT (ECT),

Masters (Computing) (Coventry University), ICDL (Rhodes)

E-Learning Administrator Mr L Mdanyana, BSc (Computer Science), ICDL (WSU) Lecturer Ms CN Dyakopu, BSoc Sc. (Communication) (FH), B Tech:

PRM (WSU) Lecturer Ms N Memani, B Tech: Management, PGCE, ND: OMT

(WSU) Administrative Assistant Mr S L Mbongo, ND: HRM, B Tech: HRM (WSU) Academic Advisor Ms TR Kalake, Bachelor of Psychology (WSU) PAL Coordinator Mr Q Makala, Adv. Cert. in SI (UFS), B Tech: PMA, ND:

PMA (ECT)



Library and Information Services Manager Mrs QNC Ndzingani, Masters (LIS) (WSU), Hons (LIS)

(Natal), HD (LIS) (UNITRA), BA (PM) (FH) Admin Assistant Mr A Matshanda, ND: OMT (ECT) Senior Librarian Mr M Badi, MPA (NMMU), B.BiBL Hons (WSU), PGD LIS,

BA (Unitra) Senior Librarian Ms NN Mtwa, Masters (LIS), B.BiBL Hons (WSU), PGD LIS,

BA (Unitra) Librarians Mr M Mtshatsha, BA, HD LIS (Unitra) Ms ST Cingo-Mapisa, Masters (LIS) (WSU), Hons B.BiBL,

B.BiBL, (UNITRA) Ms N Matiwane, Hons (LIS) (Natal), B.BiBL (FH) Ms N Gcanga, B.BiBL (WSU) Systems Technician Ms N Booi, ND: IT Senior Library Assistant Mr M Jabe Library Assistant Mr C M Pakade, BTech: Internal Auditing, ND: FIS (WSU) (Temp) Library Assistant Mr L Macala, ND: PM, BTech: PM (WSU) (Temp) Library Assistant Ms B Mnengi, ND: HR (WSU) Quality Management Department Quality Assurance Manager Mr AM Makola, BBA (Andrews University), BB&A Hons,

MBA (USB) Quality Assurance Officer Mr A Bangani, ND: IE (PE Tech), ND: IT, B Tech IT

(WSU) Administrative Assistant Mr Z Makeleni, ND: Acc (WSU) Student Affairs Director Vacant Secretary Ms NPK Blaai Student Development Practitioner Vacant SDP Arts & Culture Mr V Sonqishe Residence Officer Ms M Breakfast Residence Officer Ms T Nyangule Senior Sport Officer Mr B Siyongwana Professional Nurse Ms N Sizani Admin Assistant Mrs K Skenjana Health Promoter Mr S Ndobayini Temporal Assistant (Residences) Ms A Tswane Temporal Assistant (Sport) Ms Y Ntongana Temporal Assistant (Nurse) Mrs N Siwundla Facilities Acting Manager (Hard Services) Ms N Mdleleni, Cert. in Facilities Mngt (FMSA), ND: OMT

(WSU) Acting Manager (Soft Services) Mr L Langeni



Transport Controller Mr S A Magqabi Drivers Mr M Njokweni Mr Z Nkqayana Temporary Driver/s Mr TS Mavikela Mr N Styoshwana Mr S Ndongeni Acting Maintenance Officer Mr J Fanti, Electrician/s Mr A Shankara Temporary Electrician Mr MYP Magadla Carpenter Mr A Sonyoka Temporary Carpenter Mr TH Tyusha Temporary Admin Assistant Ms LF Bara Temporary Plumber/s Mr SE Mahlangeni Mr AB Boyce Temporary Painter Mr M Msikinya Temporary Handyman Mr A Ncapai Mr DD Nokulila Mr Q Sphondo Mr ZP Zamxaka Handyman Assistants Mr SN Yamba Mr B Mabhulu



2 CAMPUS CONTACTS

Office of the Rector 047 401 6205/6333

Office of the Campus Director 047 401 6206/6330

Switchboard 047 401 6000

Reception 047 401 6254

Office of the Campus Registrar 047 401 6207/6331

Admissions and Registration 047 401 6396

Examinations 047 401 6103/4

Finance 047 401 6332

Student Debtors 047 401 6141

Financial Aid 047 401 6203

Human Resources 047 401 6199/6384

Student Affairs 047 401 6260

Faculty of Education 047 401 6114

Faculty of Management Sciences 047 401 6236

Faculty of Engineering and Technology 047 401 6335



3 CAMPUS RECTOR’S MESSAGE

It gives me great pleasure, as Rector, to welcome all freshmen to this ‘cool’ Campus of Walter Sisulu University. Butterworth Campus is situated half way between Mthatha and East London and is located in the Mnquma Local Municipality which is under the territorial jurisdiction of the Amathole District Municipality. The Campus has two sites, Ibika site and Vuli Valley site. The Faculty of Engineering & Technology, the Faculty of Education, and the Faculty of Management Sciences – these are the trilogy of Faculties at this Campus with a combined enrolment figure of just about five thousand students.

Here at Butterworth Campus you will find a dedicated and committed academic and support staff, student affairs department and Student Representative Council. They are all available to make your sojourn at this Campus a successful and exciting experience.

I urge you to take full advantage of the diverse and impressive academic, cultural and sporting opportunities that this Campus offers. These opportunities will enable you to acquire the knowledge you seek. They will also mould you into a rounded, disciplined, industrious, creative and responsible citizen. And, upon graduation, you will be ready to take your rightful place in society and contribute meaningfully to the development of the nation.

For returning students this environment is a déjà vu. But you have unfinished business at this Campus, the business of what brought you here in the first place. I trust you will stay the course, remain disciplined and exemplary, and give the best of yourselves in order to realise your dream of earning in record time the qualification you registered for when you first set foot here.

To all of you, freshmen and returning students, I say let your light shine. Butterworth Campus welcomes you. And may the Lord bless you, abide with you and grant you success throughout your studies at this Campus.

Professor Carlson Anyangwe, LLM, PhD Rector



4 INTRODUCTION

4.1 Delivery sites

4.1.1 Ibika

4.1.2 Vuli-Valley

5 CAMPUS VISION AND MISSION

Campus Vision and Mission still not yet finalised.

5.1 WSU Vision

Walter Sisulu University (WSU) will be a leading African comprehensive university focusing on innovative

educational, research and community partnership programmes that are responsive to local, regional, national development priorities, and cognisant of continental and international imperatives.



5.2 WSU Mission

In pursuit of its vision as a developmental university, WSU will:

Provide an educationally vibrant and enabling environment that is conducive to the advancement of quality academic, moral, cultural and technological learner-centred education for holistic intellectual empowerment, growth and effective use of information;

Provide and maintain the highest possible standards in innovative learning and teaching, applied, basic and community-based research and community partnerships in cooperation with development agencies, the public and private sectors;

Provide affordable, appropriate, career-focused and professional programmes that address rural development and urban renewal with primary emphasis on science, technology and development studies;

Create a new generation of highly-skilled graduates capable of understanding and addressing complex societal challenges, with critical scholarly and entrepreneurial attributes grounded on morally sound work

ethic and responsible leadership.

5.3 Campus research niche areas

Maths and Technology Enterprise Development


Faculty of Education


www.wsu.ac.za


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6 FACULTIES, DEPARTMENTS AND PROGRAMMES 6.1 FACULTY OF EDUCATION

1. VISION

To endeavour to be a leading faculty in the preparation and development of teachers of the highest quality, and the promotion of research as well as innovative and critical skills required to uplift regional, provincial and national communities.

2. MISSION

The Faculty is committed to excellence in:

pre- and in-service teacher education programmes;

providing teachers with relevant knowledge and skills;

the preparation of teachers in Mathematics, Science and Technology as well as other critical school learning (subject) areas, suited for schools located in a predominantly rural environment;

community development programmes through adult education and community training; and equipping students with socio-scientific and developmental knowledge and skills in order to contribute

meaningfully to the socio-economic development of the region and beyond.

3. GOALS AND VALUES

To be a leading teacher education faculty in the Eastern Cape and beyond.

To be a hub and custodian of diverse teacher education programmes of the highest quality which address the full range of teacher education needs in the education system, with emphasis on Mathematics, Science and Technology as well as other critical school learning areas.

To uphold and advance the socio-economic developmental role of teacher education through effective conscientisation of teachers, community development agencies and community development workers.

To nurture, through the study of social scientific knowledge and research skills, innovative, creative and critical skills required to improve the quality of life of society.

To reflect, represent and express both in deed and outlook an epitome of teacher professional ethical standards of the highest quality.



4. OBJECTIVES

To establish within the Faculty schools of excellence for the preparation of teachers in especially critical school learning (subject) areas, with specific focus on Mathematics, Science and Technology.

To expand the range of teacher education programmes that addresses the needs of all the school phases in the education system.

To address the quantitative and qualitative teacher shortages and weaknesses in the education system effectively by streamlining its programs

To integrate pre- and in-service teacher education such that it becomes a continuous process, catering for the lifelong learning of teachers.

To form partnerships with relevant stakeholders to project in vision and deed a united front.

5. AREAS OF RESEARCH AND NICHE SPECIALITIES

The vicious cycle of low quality performance in school and university Mathematics, Science and Technology.

A problem-based model for teacher education at WSU. Infusion of HIV/AIDS in teacher education programmes

An investigation into the nature, scope and significance of Indigenous Knowledge Systems. Striking a balance between Professional Content Knowledge (PCK), Academic Content Knowledge (ACK)

and School-Based Experience (SBE) in IPET teacher education programmes. Development challenges of rural – urban communities.

FACULTY PROGRAMMES

Department Programmes Offered Majors/Specialisations Minimum Duration

Economic and Management Sciences Education

B Ed FET(EMS) Two of the following Majors

Accounting Teaching

Business Management Teaching

Economics Teaching

Mathematics Teaching

4 years



Continuing and Adult Professional Teacher Development

National Diploma in Adult Basic Education & Training

Teaching all GET Learning Areas 3 years

Advanced Certificate in Education

Educational Management 2 years

Advanced Certificate in Education

Specialising in one of the following

GET Teaching

FET Teaching

2 years

Post Graduate Diploma in Education

Teaching all FET learning areas 2 years

B Ed Hons Specialising in one of the following

Educ. Management and Policy

Curriculum Design & Development

Additional Curriculum Studies

2 years

M Ed Specialising in one of the following

Educational Management and Policy

Advanced Curriculum Studies

[All Masters done by Coursework or Dissertation]

2 years

Mathematics and Technology Education

B Ed FET (Technical) Two of the following Majors

Civil Technology Teaching

Electrical Technology Teaching

Engineering Graphics and Design Teaching

Mechanical Technology Teaching

Mathematics Teaching

Computer Applications Technology Teaching

4 yrs



ADMISSIONS INTO UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

For all Bachelor’s Degree programmes, only applicants whose National Senior Certificate (NSC) results indicate that the learner has met the requirements for admission into Bachelor’s Degree, that is Bachelors’ endorsement, may be admitted. In the case of the old Senior Certificate, only applicants with a Matriculation Exemption endorsement will be considered for admission.

Admission Point System (APS)

The Faculty of Education endeavours to use a point system for admissions. The achievement levels are then

translated into points for each NSC subject. Points will be used to calculate the total Admission Point Score (APS).

The minimum APS required for likely admission into Diploma programmes (ND ABET and ULME) shall be 20.

The minimum APS required for a Bachelor’s degree is 26.

The Faculty of Education Admissions Committee considered the administration of admission point score as proposed by HESA. The Committee appreciates the breakdown made in the achievement levels as this

advantages a student whose performance is better than others.

On the basis of the HESA proposal the points will be awarded as in the following example:

NSC Percentage per Subject Points

91% 9.1

86% 8.6

82% 8.2

79% 7.9

64% 6.4

55% 5.5

43% 4.3

39% 3.9

31% 3.1



30% 3.0

29% 2.9

28% 2.8

27% 2.7

26% 2.6

25% 2.5

The purpose of the above split will assist departments in admitting students according to their performance as

opposed to the previous point system where a learner who scores 70% and the one who scores 79% would both attain 7 points.

It should be noted that the above scoring system excludes Life Orientation and Mathematical Literacy. Points for these two are allocated as follows:


90 - 100% 5

80 - 89% 4

70 - 79% 3

60 - 69% 2

50 - 59% 1

40 - 49% 0

30 - 39% 0

0 - 29% 0



ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS PER PROGRAMME FOR 2015

PROGRAMME MINIMUM REQIUREMENTS FOR MATRICULATION

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR NSC

National Diploma (ABET) A Senior certificate with E (HG) and D (SG) in English and a pass in any other three/four school subject.

Diploma with NSC rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) for any of the following subjects: History, geography, Agriculture, Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences.

BEd (FET) EMS Senior certificate with Matriculation Exemption. At

least two subjects with E (HG) and two subjects with

D (SG) in any of the Business, Commerce and Management Science (BCM) field and a pass in any other one or two school

subjects. A pass in Mathematics is a

requirement

Bachelors’ endorsement with NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50 – 59%) in any four NSC

subjects, at least two from BCM Learning Field, or Computer Applications Technology. One of the

subjects passed must be Mathematics at NCS rating of at least 3 (40-49%) or Maths Lit at rating of at least 4 (40-49%). NSC rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) for English which is the language of learning and teaching at WSU and a pass in any other school subject.

BEd (FET) Technical Senior certificate with Matriculation Exemption. At least two subjects with E (HG) and two subjects with D (SG) in the approved

Technical subjects (Mechanical Technology,

Civil Technology, Electrical Technology, EGD) and a pass in any other one or two school subjects.

Bachelors’ endorsement with NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50 – 59%) in any four NSC subjects, which should include Physical Sciences, at least 3 (40 – 49%) for Mathematics. Applicants with at least 4 (50-59%) in two or more of the approved

Technical subjects (Mechanical Technology, Civil Technology, Electrical Technology and EGD) will

receive first preference. NSC rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) for English which is the language of learning and teaching at WSU and a pass in any other two or three school subjects.



The following are also acceptable:

1. Mature age exemption for applicant in possession of the Senior Certificate (old matriculation) as per Rule 1.7 of the WSU General Rule and Regulations.

2. Admission of FET College students.

Diploma: the minimum admission requirement is a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by Council for general and Further Education and Training. A student must have achieved at least 40% in three Fundamental subjects including English and at least 50% in three compulsory vocational subjects.

Bachelor’s Degree: the minimum admission requirement is a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by Council for general and Further Education and Training. A student must have achieved at least 50% in three Fundamental subjects including English and at least 60% in four compulsory vocational subjects.

PROGRAMME MODULAR STRUCTURES, RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. DEPARTMENT OF CONTINUING AND ADULT PROFESSIONAL TEACHER EDUCATION

Admission into undergraduate programmes

For all Bachelor’s Degree programmes, only applicants whose National Senior Certificate (NSC) results indicate that the learner has met the requirements for admission into Bachelor’s Degree, that is Bachelors’ endorsement, may be admitted. In the case of the old Senior Certificate, only applicants with a Matriculation Exemption endorsement will be considered for admission.

Admission Point System (APS)

The Faculty of Education endeavours to use a point system for admissions. The achievement levels are then translated into points for each NSC subject. Points will be used to calculate the total Admission Point Score

(APS).

The minimum APS required for likely admission into Diploma programmes (ND ABET and ULME) shall be 20.

The minimum APS required for a Bachelor’s degree is 26.

The Faculty of Education Admissions Committee considered the administration of admission point score as proposed by HESA. The Committee appreciates the breakdown made in the achievement levels as this advantages a student whose performance is better than others.

On the basis of the HESA proposal the points will be awarded as in the following example:




91% 9.1

86% 8.6

82% 8.2

79% 7.9

64% 6.4

55% 5.5

43% 4.3

39% 3.9

31% 3.1

30% 3.0

29% 2.9

28% 2.8

27% 2.7

26% 2.6

25% 2.5

The purpose of the above split will assist departments in admitting students according to their performance as

opposed to the previous point system where a learner who scores 70% and the one who scores 79% would both attain 7 points.

It should be noted that the above scoring system excludes Life Orientation and Mathematical Literacy. Points for these two are allocated as follows:


90 - 100% 5

80 - 89% 4

70 - 79% 3

60 - 69% 2

50 - 59% 1

40 - 49% 0



30 - 39% 0

0 - 29% 0

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS PER PROGRAMME FOR 2015

PROGRAMME CAMPUS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MATRICULATION

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR NSC

National Diploma (ABET)

Butterworth:

Ibika

Mthatha: Zamukulungisa

A Senior certificate with E (HG) and D

(SG) in English and a pass in any other three/four school subject.

Diploma with NSC rating of at least 3

(40 – 49%) for any of the following subjects: History, geography,

Agriculture, Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, Life Sciences,

Physical Sciences.

BEd (FET) Humanities

Mthatha: NMD Senior certificate in Humanities with at least two subjects with E (HG) and two subjects with D (SG) and a pass in any

other two school subjects.

Bachelors’ endorsement with NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50 – 59%) for any four NSC Subjects,

two of which should be taken as Majors for the programme. NCS

rating of at least 5 (60 - 69%) for English if it is to be taken as a Major

subject and NSC rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) if not to be taken as a

Major, which is the language of learning and teaching at WSU and a pass in any other school subject.



BEd FET Natural Sciences

Mthatha: NMD Senior certificate with Matriculation Exemption. At least E (HG) or D (SG)

in Mathematics and in any other two Science Subjects and a pass in any

other two or three school subjects.

Bachelors’ endorsement with NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50

– 59%) for Mathematics and 4 (50 – 59%) for either Life Sciences or

Physical Sciences provided one of them will not be taken as a major. The one that will not be taken as a

major may be 3 (40 – 49%). A requirement for all the majors is at

least 4 (50- 59%). NSC rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) for English which

is the language of learning and teaching at WSU and a pass in any

other two or three school subjects.

BEd (FET) EMS Butterworth:

Ibika

Mthatha: NMD and

Zamukulungisa

Senior certificate with Matriculation

Exemption. At least two subjects with E (HG) and two subjects with D (SG)

in any of the Business, Commerce and Management Science (BCM) field and

a pass in any other one or two school subjects. A pass in Mathematics is a

requirement

Bachelors’ endorsement with NSC

achievement rating of at least 4 (50 – 59%) in any four NSC subjects, at

least two from BCM Learning Field, or Computer Applications

Technology. One of the subjects passed must be Mathematics at NCS

rating of at least 3 (40-49%) or Maths Lit at rating of at least 4 (40-49%). NSC rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) for English which is the language of learning and teaching at WSU and a pass in any other school

subject.



BEd FET Arts and Culture

Mthatha: NMD Senior certificate with Matriculation Exemption. At least two subjects with

E (HG) and two subjects with D (SG) from the Arts and Culture Learning

Field and a pass in any other two school subjects.

Bachelors’ endorsement with NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50

– 59%) in any four NSC subjects, one of which should be taken as a

Major with Music for the programme. If English is taken as a major, it should be at least at level 5. NSC

rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) for English which is the language of

learning and teaching at WSU and a pass in any other school subject.

The following are also acceptable:

1. Mature age exemption for applicant in possession of the Senior Certificate (old matriculation) as per Rule 1.7 of the WSU General Rule and Regulations

2. Admission of FET College students.

Diploma: the minimum admission requirement is a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by Council for general and Further Education and Training. A student must have achieved at least 40% in three Fundamental subjects including English and at least 50% in three compulsory vocational subjects.

Bachelor’s Degree: the minimum admission requirement is a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by Council for general and Further Education and Training. A student must have achieved at least 50% in three Fundamental subjects including English and at least 60% in four compulsory vocational subjects.

Check the Recognised National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 subjects.



PROGRAMME MODULAR STRUCTURES, RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. DEPARTMENT OF ADULT, FOUNDATION PHASE & EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONS EDUCATION

1.1 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: ADULT BASIC EDUCATION AND TRAINING (ND: ABET)

Admission Requirements

Required NSC Subjects (Compulsory)

NSC achievement rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) for any two of the following subjects: History Geography Agriculture Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy Life Sciences Physical Sciences

Required NSC Subjects (Not Compulsory)

NSC achievement rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) in any one of the following: Accounting Business studies Economics Technology

OR

A Senior Certificate with symbol D (SG) or E (HG) in English and any other school subject.

Duration

The programme shall extend over three academic years of full - time study.



Curriculum

NATIONAL DIPLOMA: ADULT BASIC EDUCATION & TRAINING (ND: ABET)

Module Code

Module/Course Name Cr Duration Fundamental/

Core/Elective

Pre-requisite Co-Requisite

FIRST YEAR

ADED I/0 Principles of Adult Education I 06 Year Long C

ATEL 1/0 Adult Teaching and Learning I 06 Year Long C

EMST I/0 Economic/Management Science Teaching I

12 Year Long C

SOCS I/0 Human/Social Science Teaching I 12 Year Long C

CLTE I/0 Communication Teaching: English I 15 Year Long C

CLTX 1/0 Communication Teaching: Xhosa I 15 Year Long C

NMTE I/0 Numeracy/Mathematics Teaching I 15 Year Long C

SCTE I/0 Science & Technology Teaching I 15 Year Long C

CLIT I/0 Computer Literacy I 12 Year Long C

TEPR I/0 Teaching Practice I 12 Year Long C

SECOND YEAR

ADED 2/0 Adult Education Ii 15 Year Long C ATEL 1/0

EMST 2/0 Economic/Management Science Teaching Ii

15 Year Long C EMST I/0

SOCS 2/0 Human/Social Science Teaching Ii 15 Year Long C SOCS I/0

CLTE 2/0 Communication Teaching: English Ii

15 Year Long C CLTE I/0

CLTX 2/0 Communication Teaching: Xhosa Ii 15 Year Long C CLTX 1/0

NMTE 2/0 Numeracy/Mathematics Teaching Ii 15 Year Long C NMTE I/0

SCTE 2/0 Science &Technology Teaching Ii 15 Year Long C SCTE I/0



TEPR 2/0 Teaching Practice Ii 15 Year Long C TEPR I/0

THIRD YEAR

ADED 3/0 Adult Education Iii 16 Year Long C ADED 2/0

GUDC I/0 Workplace Guidance & Counselling I

20 Year Long C

TEPR 3/0 Teaching Practice Iii 24 Year Long C TEPR 2/0

CLTE 3/0 Communication Teaching: English Iii

15 Year Long C CLTE 2/0

CLTX 3/0 Communication Teaching :Xhosa Iii 15 Year Long C CLTX 2/0

CHOOSE ANY TWO

NMTE 3/0 Numeracy/Mathematics Teaching Iii

15 Year Long E NMTE 2/0

SCTE 3/0 Science & Technology Teaching Iii 15 Year Long E SCTE 2/0

SOCS 3/0 Human/Social Science Teaching Iii 15 Year Long E SOCS 2/0

EMST 3/0 Economic/Management Science Teaching Iii

15 Year Long E EMST 2/0

Assessment

Formative Assessment: written and oral tests, assignments, simulations, role play, case studies, presentations, micro-teaching, evaluations of experiential learning.

Summative assessment: written final examinations; teaching practice is assessed through continuous evaluation.

Determination of year of study

A student shall be deemed to be in the second year of study when he/she has passed two thirds (2/3) of the subjects prescribed for the first year of study.

A student shall be deemed to be in the third year of study when he/she has passed two thirds (2/3) of the subjects prescribed for the second year of study.

In order to qualify for the award of the diploma, a candidate must pass all the prescribed subjects for the programme.



1.2 POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (PGCE)


The minimum qualification requirement for admission to a PGCE is an approved three-year (360 credit Level 6 in the former 8-level NQF) university degree or national diploma with courses in at least two appropriate fields of study which will allow the student to do teaching methods or curriculum studies in the school subjects and/or learning areas. One of the teaching subjects should have been done at least in the second year level and the other one on the third year level. A teaching method or curriculum studies in an FET school subject should follow an appropriate academic field of study at second year degree level at least.

List of Approved School Subjects for which WSU

IsiXhosa History Sesotho

Religion Studies Business Studies English

Life Sciences Afrikaans Life Orientation

Agric Science Geography Economics

Physical Science Accounting Mathematics

Math Literacy Consumer Studies Hospitality Studies

Comp Appl Tech Civil Technology Electrical Tech

Eng Graph & Design Mechanical Technology Tourism

Dance Studies Design Music

Visual Arts Dramatic Arts

Curriculum for the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (FET) OR Advanced Diploma in FET Teaching [Adv Dip (FET Teaching)] shall extend over one academic year of full-time study or two academic years of part-time study.



PGCE - FULL TIME ALIGNED TO MRTEQ SEE PAGES 27-28

Module Code

Module Name Credits Duration F/C/E

1. General Pedagogical Learning (8 credits)

EDU4131 Principles of Learning and Teaching 08 Sem 1 C

Specific Pedagogical Learning (40 credits)

1st Curriculum Studies 20 Year Long E

2nd Curriculum Studies 20 Year Long E

2. Practical Learning (32 credits)

1st School Based Experience 12 Year long E

2nd School Based Experience 12 Year long E

EDU4160 Micro Teaching 08 Sem 1 C

3.Disciplinary Learning-Study of Education and its Foundations (32 credits)

EDU4150 School Management 08 Sem 1 C

EDU4280 Sociology of Education 08 Sem 2 C

EDU4220 Psychology of Learning and Teaching 08 Sem 2 C

EDU4240 Theory of Education 08 Sem 2 C

3. Situational Learning (see page 9 of MRTEQ for explanation)

Also infused in all other modules and courses

EDU4281 Histo-Comparative Education 08 Sem 2 C



4. Fundamental Learning

(to be assessed at the outset, if not competent or not done it in the Degree or Diploma, a student will take the following module(s)

EDU4183 Computer Applications in Education 08 Sem 1 F

EDU4151 English Language Competence (LoLT) 08 Sem 1 F

TOTAL 120/128/136

PGCE – PART TIME- ALIGNED TO MRTEQ SEE PAGES 27-28

YEAR 1

Module Code

Module Name Credits Duration F/C/E

1. General Pedagogical Learning (8 credits)

EDU4131 Principles of Learning and Teaching 08 Sem 1 C

Specific Pedagogical Learning (40 credits)

1st Curriculum Studies 20 Year Long E

2.Disciplinary Learning-Study of Education and its Foundations (32 credits)

EDU4150 School Management 08 Sem 1 C

EDU4280 Sociology of Education 08 Sem 2 C

EDU4220 Psychology of Learning and Teaching 08 Sem 2 C

EDU4240 Theory of Education 08 Sem 2 C

3. Situational Learning (see page 9 of MRTEQ for explanation)

Also infused in all other modules and courses

EDU4281 Histo-Comparative Education 08 Sem 2 C



4. Fundamental Learning

(to be assessed at the outset, say from the applicant’s academic record, if not competent or not done in the Degree or Diploma, a student will take the following module(s)

EDU4183 Computer Applications in Education 08 Sem 1 F

EDU4151 English Language Competence (LoLT) 08 Sem 1 F

TOTAL 68 (FL+8)=76 (FL+8)=84

YEAR 2

2nd Curriculum Studies 20 Year Long E

5. Practical Learning (32 credits)

EDU4160 Micro Teaching 08 Sem 1 C

1st School Based Experience 12 Year long E

2nd School Based Experience 12 Year long E

TOTAL 52

GRAND TOTAL 120/128/136

CURRICULUM STUDIES CODES

EDU4006 - History EDU4007 - Geography

EDU4008 - Life Sciences EDU4009 - Physical Sciences

EDU4010 - Xhosa EDU4011 - Afrikaans

EDU4012 - Sesotho EDU4013 - English

EDU4014 - Religious Studies EDU4015 - Accounting

EDU4059 - Mathematical Literacy EDU4017 - Economics



EDU4018 - Mathematics EDU4042 - Consumer Studies

EDU4020 - Business Studies EDU4021 - Agricultural Science

EDU4043 - Life Orientation EDU4061 - Computer Applications Technology

EDU4074 - Tourism EDU4073- Textiles and Clothing

EDU4072- Hospitality Studies EDU4064- Civil Technology

EDU4066- Electrical Technology EDU4067- Engineering Graphics and Design

EDU4065- Mechanical Technology EDU4015- Music

SCHOOL BASED EXPERIENCE (SBE) CODE

EDU4022 - History EDU4023 - Geography

EDU4044 - Life Sciences EDU4025 - Physical Sciences

EDU4026 - Xhosa EDU4027 - Afrikaans

EDU4028 - Sesotho EDU4029 - English

EDU4030 - Religious Studies EDU4031 - Accounting

EDU4062 - Mathematical Literacy EDU4033 - Economics

EDU4034 - Mathematics EDU4048 - Consumer Studies

EDU4036 - Business Studies EDU4037 - Agricultural Science

EDU4049 - Life Orientation EDU4058- Computer Applications Technology

EDU4075- Tourism EDU4077- Textiles and Clothing

EDU4077- Hospitality Studies EDU4068- Civil Technology

EDU4070- Electrical Technology EDU4071- Engineering Graphics and Design

EDU4069- Mechanical Technology EDU4078- Music



Assessment

The students’ performance in the programme shall be assessed on the basis of continuous assessment and final formal examination, with the marks weighted equally on a 1:1 ratio.

In the case of the School Based Experience (SBE), students shall be evaluated on the basis of teaching performance in their major teaching subjects as taught in the schools.

To be awarded the PGCE, a student shall have to pass all prescribed courses/modules.

PGCE - FULL TIME NOT ALIGNED TO MRTEQ TO CATER FOR PIPELINE STUDENTS

Module Code Module/Course Name Duration Fundamental/ Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite

Co-Requisite

1St Curriculum Studies Year Long E

2Nd Curriculum Studies Year Long E

SBE Year Long C

EDU4060 Micro Teaching Year Long E

EDU4131 Principles Of Learning And Teaching Sem 1 C

EDU4150 School Management Sem 1 C

EDU4151 Language Competence Sem 1 F

EDU4220 Psychology Of Learning And Teaching Sem 2 C

EDU4240 Theory Of Education Sem 2 C

PGCE - PART TIME

FIRST YEAR

Module Code Module/Course Name Duration Fundamental/ Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite

Co-Requisite

1St Curriculum Studies Year Long E

EDU4131 Principles Of Learning And Teaching Sem 1 C

EDU4150 School Management Sem 1 C



EDU4151 Language Competence Sem 1 F

EDU4220 Psychology Of Teaching And Learning Sem 2 C

EDU4240 Theory Of Education Sem 2 C

SECOND YEAR

2Nd Curriculum Studies Year Long E

SBE Year Long C

EDU4060 Micro Teaching Year Long E

CURRICULUM STUDIES CODES

EDU4006 - HISTORY EDU4007 - GEOGRAPHY

EDU4008 - LIFE SCIENCES EDU4009 - PHYSICAL SCIENCES

EDU4010 - XHOSA EDU4011 - AFRIKAANS

EDU4012 - SESOTHO EDU4013 - ENGLISH

EDU4014 - RELIGIOUS STUDIES EDU4015 - ACCOUNTING

EDU4059 - MATHEMATICAL LITERACY EDU4016 - MUSIC

EDU4017 - ECONOMICS EDU4018 - MATHEMATICS

EDU4020 - BUSINESS STUDIES EDU4021 - AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE

EDU4042 - CONSUMER STUDIES EDU4043 - LIFE ORIENTATION

EDU4074 - TOURISM EDU4073 - TEXTILES AND CLOTHING

EDU4072 - HOSPITALITY STUDIES EDU4064 - CIVIL TECHNOLOGY

EDU4066 - ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGYEDU4067 - ENGINEERING GRAPHICS AND DESIGN

EDU4065 - MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGYEDU4061 - COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

SCHOOL BASED EXPERIENCE (SBE) CODE



EDU4022 - HISTORY EDU4023 - GEOGRAPHY

EDU4044 - LIFE SCIENCES EDU4025 - PHYSICAL SCIENCES

EDU4026 - XHOSA EDU4027 - AFRIKAANS

EDU4028 - SESOTHO EDU4029 - ENGLISH

EDU4030 - RELIGIOUS STUDIES EDU4031 - ACCOUNTING

EDU4062 - MATHEMATICAL LITERACY EDU4033 - ECONOMICS

EDU4034 - MATHEMATICS EDU4048 - CONSUMER STUDIES

EDU4036 - BUSINESS STUDIES EDU4037 - AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE

EDU4049 - LIFE ORIENTATION EDU4058 - COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

EDU4075 - TOURISM EDU4076 - TEXTILES AND CLOTHING

EDU4077 - HOSPITALITY STUDIES EDU4068 - CIVIL TECHNOLOGY

EDU4070 - ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY EDU4071 - ENGINEERING GRAPHICS AND DESIGN

EDU4069 - MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY EDU4078 - MUSIC

Assessment

The students’ performance in the programme shall be assessed on the basis of continuous assessment and final formal examination, with the marks weighted equally on a 1:1 ratio.

In the case of the School Based Experience (SBE), students shall be evaluated on the basis of teaching performance in their major teaching subjects as taught in the schools.

To be awarded the PGCE, a student shall have to pass all prescribed courses/modules



2. DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, COMMERCE & MANAGEMENT EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (FET): ECONOMIC & MANAGEMENT SCIENCES


NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50 – 59%) in any four NSC Subjects, TWO (2) of which should be from the Business, Commerce and Management (BCM) Learning Field and should be taken as Majors (areas of specialisation) namely: Accounting and or Economics and or Business studies and or Mathematics and or Computer Applications Technology for the programme. NSC rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) for English which is the language of learning and teaching at WSU and Mathematics at least 3 (40-49) /Mathematical literacy which is 5 (60-69%) if not a major as well as a pass in any other school subject but not Life Orientation.

Required old National Senior Certificate (NSC) Subjects

A Senior Certificate with at least Accounting, Business Studies, Economics or Mathematics E for HG or D for Standard Grade.

Duration

The duration of study for the degree shall extend over a minimum period of four years of study.

Assessment

Formative Assessment: written and oral tests, assignments, simulations, role play, case studies, presentations, micro-teaching, evaluations of School Based Experience (SBE).

Summative assessment: written final examinations; SBE is assessed through continuous evaluation



Curriculum

BED FET PHASE: ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCE (BEDEMS)

Module Code

Module/Course Name Cr Duration Fundamental/Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite Co-Requisite

FIRST YEAR

EDU1061 Principles Of Learning & Teaching

12 Year Long C

EDU1062 Psychology Of Learning & Teaching

12 Year Long C

EDU1165 Communication In English 08 Sem 1 F

EDU1166 Communication In Afrikaans 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1167 Information Literacy 08 Sem 1 F

EDU1168 Life Skills 08 Sem 1 F

EDU1264 Communication In IsiXhosa 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1265 Communication In Sotho 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1266 Computer Applications In Education

08 Sem 2 F

EDU1267 Communication Skills 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1269 HIV/AIDS 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1270 Entrepreneurship Education 08 Sem 2 F

CHOOSE TWO

EDU1004 Introduction To Curriculum

Studies: Mathematics

16 Year Long E Mathematics

(Grade 12)

EDU1014 Introduction To Curriculum

Studies: Accounting

16 Year Long E Accounting

(Grade 12)

EDU1015 Introduction To Curriculum Studies: Economics

16 Year Long E Economics (Grade 12)

EDU1018 Introduction to Curriculum 16 Year Long E CAT (Grade 12)



studies: Computer Applications Technology

SECOND YEAR

EDU2002 Educational Technology 12 Year Long C

EDU2003 School Management 12 Year Long C

EDU2004 Comparative Education 12 Year Long C

EDU2005 Theory Of Education 12 Year Long C

EDU2206 School Based Education 08 Sem 2 C 2 ELECTIVES IN

YEAR 1

2 ELECTIVES FROM

YEAR 2

MAJORS CHOOSE TWO

EDU2028 Mathematics 32 Year Long E EDU1004

EDU2039 Accounting 32 Year Long E EDU1014

EDU2040 Economics 32 Year Long E EDU1015

EDU2041 Business Studies 32 Year Long E EDU 1016

EDU2042 Computer Applications Technology

32 Year long E EDU 1018

CHOOSE ONE

EDU2270 Entrepreneurship Education 08 Sem 2 E

EDU2271 Sports Education 08 Sem 2 E

EDU2272 Music Education 08 Sem 2 E

THIRD YEAR

SCHOOL BASED EXPERIENCE-TWO

EDM3204 Mathematics 08 Year Long C EDU2028

EDI3214 Accounting 08 Year Long C EDU2039

EDI3215 Economics 08 Year Long C EDU2040

EDI3216 Business Studies 08 Year Long C EDU2041



EDM3218 Computer Applications Technology

08 Year Long C EDU2042

CHOOSE TWO

EDI3014 Curriculum Studies: Accounting 32 Year Long E EDI3039

EDI3015 Curriculum Studies: Economics 32 Year Long E EDI3040

EDI3016 Curriculum Studies: Business Studies

32 Year Long E EDI3041

EDM3004 Curriculum Studies: Mathematics

32 Year Long E EDM3028

EDM3018 Curriculum Studies: Computer

Applications Technology

32 Year Long E EDM3042

MAJORS - CHOOSE TWO

EDI3039 Accounting 32 Year Long E EDU2039

EDI3040 Economics 32 Year Long E EDU2040

EDI3040 Business Studies 32 Year Long E EDU2041

EDM3028 Mathematics 32 Year Long E EDU2028

EDM3042 Computer Applications

Technology

32 Year Long E EDU2042

FOURTH YEAR

SCHOOL BASED EXPERIENCE – TWO

EDI4014 Accounting 48 Year Long C EDI3039

EDI4015 Economics 48 Year Long C EDI3040

EDI4016 Business Studies 48 Year Long C EDI3040

EDM4004 Mathematics 48 Year Long C EDM3028

EDM4018 Computer Applications

Technology

48 Year Long C EDM3042

EDU4201 Research Paper 08 Sem 2 F



BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (FET): TECHNICAL

DETERMINATION OF YEAR OF STUDY

A student shall be deemed to be in the second year of study when he/she has passed two thirds (2/3) of the modules/courses prescribed for the first year of study two of which should be majors.

A student shall be deemed to be in the third year of study when he/she has passed 1ST Degree Subject Level 1, 2ND Degree Subject Level 1, SBE and any 2 modules/courses prescribed for the second year of study.

A student shall be deemed to be in the fourth year of study when he/she has passed all the module/course prescribed for 1st to 3rd year.

In order to qualify for the award of the degree, a candidate must pass all the prescribed modules/courses for the BEd programme.

A student who fails the teaching subject module at any level will not be allowed to register for the next level of that subject until the previous levels are completed.

A student who has not passed or completed the first year level content of the teaching subject will not be allowed register for Curriculum Studies in that teaching subject

For a student to register in Physical Sciences Curriculum Studies he/she should have completed either Physics I or Chemistry I and be doing one of the above mentioned which he/she has not completed as yet.

A student must have completed all the modules/courses/subjects done in Level I; II and III, i.e. requirements of the previous years, before he/she can register for the 4th year School Based Experience (SBE) and the Research Paper.

School Based Experience (SBE)

School-based experience comprises 25% of the curriculum. This works out to a total of 120 credits. SBE extends over 2 weeks of observation in the second year, 5 weeks teaching in the third year and teaching for the whole year in the fourth year of study.



Bachelors’ endorsement with NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50 – 59%) in any four NSC subjects, which should include Physical Sciences, at least 3 (40 – 49%) for Mathematics. Applicants with at least 4 (50-59%) in two or more of the approved Technical subjects (Mechanical Technology, Civil Technology, Electrical Technology and EGD) will receive first preference. NSC rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%) for English which is the language of learning and teaching at WSU and a pass in any other two or three school subjects.

OR



A Matric Exemption in senior certificate with a pass mark in Physical Science and Mathematics or a recognised equivalent with a pass in Mathematics and Engineering Science in addition to the two other subjects. Two official languages must be passed at the Senior Certificate level for admission to this programme.

Assessment

Formative Assessment: written and oral tests, assignments, simulations, role play, case studies, presentations, micro-teaching, evaluations of School Based Experience (SBE).

Summative assessment: written final examinations; SBE is assessed through continuous evaluation.

Duration

The duration of study for the degree shall extend over a minimum period of four years of study.

Curriculum

Module Code

Module/Course Name Cr Duration Fundamental/ Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite

EDU1061 Principles Of Learning & Teaching 12 Year Long C

EDU1062 Psychology Of Learning & Teaching 12 Year Long C

EDU1165 Communication In English 08 Sem 1 F

EDU1166 Communication In Afrikaans 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1167 Information Literacy 08 Sem 1 F

EDU1168 Life Skills 08 Sem1 F

EDU1264 Communication In Xhosa Or 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1265 Communication In Sotho 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1266 Computer Applications In Education 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1267 Communication Skills 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1269 HIV/AIDS Education 08 Sem 2 F

EDU1004 Introduction To Curriculum Studies: Mathematics

16 Year Long E

EDU1024 Introduction To Curriculum Studies: Civil Technology

16 Year Long E

EDU1025 Introduction To Curriculum Studies: 16 Year Long E



Mechanical Technology

EDU1026 Introduction To Curriculum Studies: Electrical Technology

16 Year Long E

EDU1027 Introduction To Curriculum Studies: Engineering Graphics & Design

16 Year Long E

EDU2002 Educational Technology 12 Year Long C

EDU2003 School Management 12 Year Long C

EDU2004 Comparative Education 12 Year Long C

EDU2005 Theory Of Education 12 Year Long C

EDU2206 School Based Experience 08 Sem 2 C

EDU2028 Mathematics 32 Year Long E Introduction To Curriculum: Mathematics

EDU2047 Civil Technology 32 Year Long E Introduction To Curriculum: Civil Technology

EDU2048 Mechanical Technology 32 Year Long E Introduction To Curriculum: Mechanical Technology

EDU2049 Electrical Technology 32 Year Long E Introduction To Curriculum: Electrical Technology

EDU2050 Engineering Graphics & Design 32 Year Long E Introduction To Curriculum: Engineering Graphics & Design

EDU2270 Entrepreneurship Education 08 Sem 2 E

EDU2271 Sports Education 08 Sem 2 E

EDU2272 Music Education 08 Sem 2 E

EDM3204 Mathematics 08 Sem 2 C

EDM3223 Mathematical Literacy 08 Sem 2 C

EDM3224 Civil Technology 08 Sem 2 C

EDM3225 Mechanical Technology 08 Sem 2 C



EDM3226 Electrical Technology 08 Sem 2 C

EDM3227 Engineering Graphics & Design 08 Sem 2 C

EDM3028 Mathematics 32 Year Long E Mathematics I

EDM3047 Civil Technology 32 Year Long E Civil Technology I

EDM3048 Mechanical Technology 32 Year Long E Mechanical Technology I

EDM3049 Electrical Technology 32 Year Long E Electrical Technology I

EDM3050 Engineering Graphics & Design 32 Year Long E Engineering Graphics And Design I

EDM3004 Curr. Studies: Mathematics 32 Year Long E Mathematics I

EDM3023 Curr. Studies: Mathematical Literacy 32 Year Long E

EDM3024 Curr. Studies: Civil Technology 32 Year Long E Civil Technology I

EDM3025 Curr. Studies: Mechanical Technology 32 Year Long E Mechanical Technology I

EDM3026 Curr. Studies: Electrical Technology 32 Year Long E Electrical Technology I

EDM3027 Curr. Studies: Eng. Graphics & Design 32 Year Long E Engineering Graphics And Design I

EDM4004 Mathematics 48 Year Long C Mathematics I

Mathematics II

Curriculum Studies: Mathematics

EDM4023 Mathematical Literacy 48 Year Long C

EDM4024 Civil Technology 48 Year Long C Civil Technology I

Civil Technology II

Curriculum Studies: Civil Technology

EDM4025 Mechanical Technology 48 Year Long C Mechanical Technology I

Mechanical Technology



II

Curriculum Studies: Mechanical Technology

EDM4026 Electrical Technology 48 Year Long C Electrical Technology I

Electrical Technology II

Curriculum Studies: Electrical Technology

EDM4027 Engineering Graphics & Design 48 Year Long C Engineering Graphics And Design I

Engineering Graphics And Design II

Curriculum Studies: Engineering Graphics And Design

EDI4201 Research Paper 08 Sem 2 C



ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (ACE) IN GET TEACHING

ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (ACE) EDUCATION MANAGEMENT (ACEEM)

ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (ACE) FET TEACHING (ACE-FET)

Admission Requirements To be admitted into an ACE programme, a student shall have:

EITHER

Matric plus a three-year teachers’ qualification (M+3) including Diplomas in Secondary Education, Adult Education, National Professional Diploma in Education (NPDE), or any other qualification equivalent thereto. In addition to these requirements prospective students in ACE Mathematics (GET Intermediate & Senior Phase) would be expected to have done Mathematics in any of the above programmes.

OR

Students who have matric plus a two-year teachers’ qualification (M+2) and a five years teaching experience in Mathematics will be allowed to register for ACE Maths (GET Intermediate and Senior Phase). In addition to this requirement student requiring entry through this route will be subjected to formal RPL process.

Duration All ACE Programmes shall extend over a period of two years.

Assessment and Evaluation The students’ performance shall be evaluated by means of continuous assessment and a written formal examination.

Continuous assessment and written formal examination shall be weighted on a 1.1 ratio.

All the prescribed modules for Advanced Certificate in Education programme must be passed in order to qualify for the award of the Certificate.



ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (ACE) (EDUCATION MANAGEMENT) (ACEEM)

Curriculum

Module Code Module/Course Name rC Duration Fundamental/ Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite

Co-Requisite

FIRST YEAR

EDU 4108 Introduction To Research In Education 12

EDU 4109 Policy Governing Education In South Africa 12

EDU 4110 Theory & Practice In Education Management

16

EDU 4113 Human Resources Management 16

EDU 4001 Organisational Communication 12

SECOND YEAR

EDU 4228 Quality Management 12

EDU 4229 Organisational Development 16

EDU 4230 Management Tasks 16

CLT 1101 Computer Literacy 08

STUDENTS MUST SELECT ANY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING ELECTIVES

EDU 4231 Professional Development Of Educators 08

EDU 4232 Accountability In Education 08

EDU 4233 Lifelong Learning 08



ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION in FET Teaching (ACE-FET):

Curriculum


Pre-Requisite

Co-Requisite

THDE 4/0 Theory Of Education 12

EMNA 4/0 Educational Management 12

RMET 4/0 Research Methods 08

SPSD 4/0 Specific Subject Didactics 48

OPTIONAL ( ONE OF THE FOLLOWING SPECIALISATION AREAS)

ACCN 1/0 Accounting 48

BUDM 1/0 Business Management 48

ECON 1/0 Economics 48

LORI 1/0 Life Orientation 48

MMLT 1/0 Mathematical Literacy 48

TOTAL 128



ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION in GET Teaching (ACE-FET):

Curriculum


Pre-Requisite

Co-Requisite

THDE 4/0 Theory Of Education 12

EMNA 4/0 Educational Management 12

RMET 4/0 Research Methods 08

SPSD 4/0 Specific Subject Didactics 48

OPTIONAL ( ONE OF THE FOLLOWING SPECIALISATION AREAS)

ACCN 1/0 Accounting 48

BUDM 1/0 Business Management 48

ECON 1/0 Economics 48

LORI 1/0 Life Orientation 48

MMLT 1/0 Mathematical Literacy 48

TOTAL 128



BACHELOR OF EDUCATION HONOURS IN CURRICULUM STUDIES: B.EDHONS (CURRICULUM STUDIES): BEDG

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN EDUCATIONAL POLICY AND MANAGEMENT): B.EDHONS (EDUCATIONAL POLICY AND MANAGEMENT): BHEMP

Admission Requirements A degree acceptable to this University for teaching purposes, plus a recognised teachers’ certificate.

OR

An Advanced Certificate in Education (ACE)

NB: In the case of BEDG a student shall have passed (at undergraduate degree or ACE or equivalent level) the curriculum studies subject for which he/she wants to specialise in)

Duration The programme duration shall extend over one year of full time study or at least two years of part time study, but shall not exceed two years of full time study and three years of part time study.

Assessment and Evaluation WSU rules and regulations shall apply.

In order to pass the examination, a candidate shall obtain at least a 50% in the examination in each paper including the project.

No candidate shall be allowed to sit for an examination in any module for more than three times

A student shall sit for supplementary examination provided he/she qualifies in terms of WSU Examination Rules

Students who have already completed Computer Literacy in another programme will be credited with the Module CLT1101.

All B Ed Honours students shall do and pass a research project on a chosen and approved topic to graduate, in partial fulfilment of requirements of the degree.

Curriculum

A minimum of three modules per semester are recommended.



THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF EDUCATION HONOURS CURRICULUM STUDIES: B.Ed Hons (CURRICULUM STUDIES): BEDG

Module Code


Pre-Requisite

Co-Requisite

FIRST YEAR

EDU5101 Educational Psychology 12 Sem 1

EDU5103 Philosophy Of Education 12

EDU5104 Curriculum Theory And Development 12

EDU5106 Adult And Non-Formal Education 12

EDU5203 Research Methodology 12 Sem 2

EDU5205 OR

EDU5208

Comparative Education

Or

Sociology Of Education

12

12

Second elective from the following:

EDU5205 Comparative Education (If Not Selected As A Core Above)

12

EDU5207 Educational Administration 12

EDU5208 Sociology Of Education (If Not Selected As A Core Above)

12

One approved curriculum study from the following school subjects:

EDU5217 Geography 16

EDU5218 History 16

EDU5220 Religious And Moral Education 16

EDU5221 Music 16

EDU5222 Afrikaans 16

EDU5223 Xhosa 16

EDU5228 Biology 16



EDU5224 English 16

EDU5225 Economics 16

EDU5230 Mathematics 16

EDU5226 Business Economics 16

EDU5227 Accountancy 16

EDU5229 Physical Science 16

SECOND YEAR

EDU5001 Research Project 32 Year Long

THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF EDUCATION HONOURS: B.Ed Hons (EDUCATIONAL POLICY AND MANAGEMENT): (BHEMP)

Module Code Module/Course Name Cr Duration Fundamental/ Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite

Co-Requisite

FIRST YEAR

EDU5108 Educational Policy And School Governance 08 Sem 1

EDU5114 Organisational Behaviour 08

EDU5112 Management Of Educational Organisations 08

EDU5209 Educational Resource Management 08 Sem 2

EDU5210 Human Resource Management 08

EDU5216 Quantitative Research Methodology 12

SECOND YEAR

EDU5116 Qualitative Research Methodology 12 Sem 1

EDU5120 Teaching As A Profession 08

CLT1101 Computer Literacy 08

EDU5201 Assessment And Evaluation In Education 08 Sem 2

EDU5219 Teacher Education, Mentoring & Supervision 08

EDU5001 Research Project 32 Sem 2



MASTER OF EDUCATION IN ADVANCED CURRICULUM STUDIES: M.ED (IN ADVANCED CURRICULUM STUDIES): MEDACS

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN EDUCATIONAL POLICY AND DEVELOPMENT: M.ED (IN EDUCATIONAL POLICY AND DEVELOPMENT): MEDEM

MASTER OF EDUCATION BY DISSERTATION ONLY: M.ED (BY DISSERTATION): MEDD

Admission requirements A B.Ed Hons; or Honours Degree (with a teaching qualification) or any other qualification deemed equivalent by the WSU Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) by Senate.

In the case of the Master of Education by course work in Advanced Curriculum Studies preference shall be given to applicants who have passed second year level course in an approved school subject and having also passed Curriculum Studies in the same subject in their honours degree.

Duration The programme shall extend over one year full time only in M.Ed (by Dissertation) or at least two years of full time study or three years of part time study but shall not exceed three years of full time study and four years of part time study.

Assessment and Evaluation WSU Rules and Regulations shall apply.

In order to pass the examination, a candidate shall obtain, at least 50% examination mark in each paper as well as dissertation or term paper as the case may be. WSU Rules and Regulations shall apply.

A student shall sit for supplementary examination provided he/she qualifies in terms of WSU Examination Rules.

In the case of dissertation or mini-dissertation forming part of a total examination or in partial fulfilment including written examinations, the dissertation or mini-dissertation shall be examined by two external examiners and the supervisor(s). The Faculty Higher Degrees Committee, Faculty Board and Senate shall consider the recommendations of these examiners and make a final pronouncement regarding the outcome of the examination.



MASTER OF EDUCATION IN ADVANCED CURRICULUM STUDIES: M.ED (IN ADVANCED CURRICULUM STUDIES): MEDACS

Curriculum

The curriculum shall consist of one of the following:

One of the following curriculum studies:

EDU6007 Advanced Curriculum Studies in HISTORY EDU6015 Advanced Curriculum Studies in AFRIKAANS EDU6005 Advanced Curriculum Studies in GEOGRAPHY EDU6007 Advanced Curriculum Studies in HISTORY EDU6008 Advanced Curriculum Studies in RELIGIOUS

EDUCATION EDU6009 Advanced Curriculum Studies in MUSIC EDU6010 Advanced Curriculum Studies in ENGLISH EDU6011 Advanced Curriculum Studies in BIOLOGY EDU6017 Advanced Curriculum Studies in ECONOMICS EDU6015 Advanced Curriculum Studies in ACCOUNTING EDU6019 Advanced Curriculum Studies in RELIGIOUS AND

MORAL EDUCATION

EDU6013 Advanced Curriculum Studies in MATHEMATICS EDU6018 Advanced Curriculum Studies in XHOSA EDU6016 Advanced Curriculum Studies in BUSINESS

ECONOMICS

EDU6022 Advanced Curriculum Studies in LIFE ORIENTATION EDU6012 Advanced Curriculum Studies in PHYSICAL SCIENCE THESE ARE COMPULSORY MODULES EDU6004 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

EDU6002 TEACHER EDUCATION EDU6003 EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION

MINI-DISSERTATION: A dissertation of, at least, 25 000 words is required. The Dissertation shall be in the same field as the course in Advanced Curriculum Studies.



Curriculum

A student can do a minimum of three modules per semester.

Module Code


Pre-Requisite

Co-Requisite

FIRST YEAR

EDU Advanced Curriculum Studies I 36 Sem 1

EDU6002 Teacher Education 28

EDU6003 Educational Administration 28

EDU Advanced Curriculum Studies II 36 Sem 2

EDU6004 Research Methodology 32

SECOND YEAR

EDU6001 Dissertation 84 Year Long

MASTER OF EDUCATION IN EDUCATIONAL POLICY AND DEVELOPMENT: M.Ed (in EDUCATIONAL POLICY AND MANAGEMENT): MEDEM

The programme consists of nine modules including core and elective modules as well as a term paper (i.e. a researched scholarly treatise or formal essay) at least 12 500 words.

Curriculum A student shall take a minimum of two modules per semester.

Module Code


Pre-Requisite

Co-Requisite

FIRST YEAR

EDU6101

Organisational Theory And Teacher Professionalism

20

20

Sem 1

EDU6102 Governance And Educational Policy

EDU6203

Human Resource Management And Professional Development

20

Sem 2



EDU6204 Foundations Of Educational Research 20

20

EDU6205 Management Of Change

SECOND YEAR

EDU6106 Management Of Information Systems 20 Sem 1

EDU6107

Quantitative Data Analysis

Or

20

EDU6108 Qualitative Data Analysis 20

EDU6210

Curriculum Design And Development Or

20

Sem 2

EDU6211 Aspects Of School Improvement 20

EDU6001 Mini-Dissertation 72 Sem 2

MASTER OF EDUCATION BY DISSERTATION ONLY: M.Ed (by Dissertation): MEDD

In the case of a Master’s Degree programme by dissertation only, WSU Examinations Policy shall apply.

Curriculum

Module Code Module/Course Name Cr Duration Fundamental/ Core/Elective

Pre-Requisite

Co-Requisite

FIRST YEAR

EDU6000 Dissertation 180 Sem 1 & 2

SECOND YEAR

EDU6000 Dissertation 180 Sem 1 & 2


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6.2 FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

VISION We excel in the empowerment of world–class professionals and entrepreneurs from rural and developing communities. MISSION We will achieve our vision by developing, implementing and continuously evaluating research initiatives, learning and teaching programmes as well as community engagement endeavours that are innovative, while working in partnership with our respective communities or stakeholders, with a view to achieving practical development and growth. VALUES In all our learning and teaching, research and community engagement endeavours, we demonstrate and uphold the highest standards of: Professionalism Integrity Ethics Accountability Excellence RESEARCH NICHE AREAS Concerning research, we are conscious of the inextricable link between our teaching role as academics as well as our research role and how the two should influence each other in an upward spiral or virtuous cycle. Our mantra is to teach what we research and to research what we teach. Our research niche areas below are proposed against this backdrop. Generically the following are the broad areas of research focus for the faculty. The Schools will have their own, more detailed and nuanced niche areas in their School Strategies. Entrepreneurship development with a focus on SME’s in Greenfield operations, within the context of the Provincial Growth and Development Plan (EC-PGDP). Among others, these include agro-processing, downstream manufacturing, tourism and so forth. The enquiry also includes different forms of entrepreneurship, such as co-operatives and the search for effective models that include and empower communities. Accounting for service delivery in the Eastern Cape Province in general and in local authorities in particular. This includes research into financial skills, management controls and practices, ethical issues in management,



compliance with King II and III Codes of Governance, etc. General financial skills and literacy research and solutions are included. Alternative forms of dispute resolution as well as alternative governance and leadership models (e.g. traditional leadership, traditional courts), within a human rights framework. Economic growth and development models for rural and peri-urban areas, with a focus on the Eastern Cape, but with lessons and implications for the SADC region. This includes new models of black economic empowerment, environmental impact assessment, the Global Financial Crisis and its impact on developing economies, particularly poor and rural communities. Human Capital Development and contemporary challenges such as HIV/AIDS at work, human resources management challenges in Africa, productivity enhancement models in the developmental context, new and relevant management and leadership paradigms, etc. GENERAL INFORMATION

The following Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees are offered by the faculty:

Programme Offering Type

Certificates:

NHC: Accountancy FT/PT

NHC: Accountancy: Extended FT/PT

NHC: Financial Information Systems FT/PT

ND: HRM: Extended Programme FT

Diplomas:

ND: Accounting FT

ND: Cost & Management Accounting FT

ND: Financial Information Systems FT

ND: Hospitality Management FT

ND: Human Resources Management FT/PT

ND: Internal Auditing FT

ND: Management FT/PT

ND: Office Management & Technology FT

ND: Public Management FT/PT

ND: Tourism Management FT



Advanced Diplomas:

B-Tech: Cost & Management Accounting FT

B-Tech: Human Resources Management FT

B-Tech: Internal Auditing FT

B-Tech: Management FT/PT

B-Tech: Public Management PT

Legend:

FT : Full-Time NC : National Certificate NHC : National Higher Certificate ND : National Diploma PT : Part-Time B-Tech : Baccalaureas Technology Degree

DEPARTMENTS UNDER THE FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

FACULTY CODE: 600

Department of Accounting

NHC: Accountancy

NHC: Accountancy - Extended NHC: Financial Information Systems

ND: Accounting ND: Cost & Management Accounting ND: Financial Information Systems ND: Internal Auditing B-Tech: Cost & Management Accounting

B-Tech: Internal Auditing

Department of Management ND: Human Resources Management

ND: Human Resources Management (Extended) ND: Management

B-Tech: Human Resources Management



Department of Public Management and Administration ND: Office Management & Technology ND: Public Management

Department of Tourism and Hospitality ND: Hospitality Management ND: Tourism Management



DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT CODE: 601

NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN INTERNAL AUDITING

Qualification: National Diploma in Internal Auditing

Offering Type: Full-Time

Rules and Regulations

The possession of a National Higher Certificate (NHC) in Accountancy shall serve as the general admission requirement in all diplomas offered by the Department of Internal Auditing.

Entrance Requirements

Applicants with a pass in all subjects offered in the National Higher Certificate in Accountancy will meet the entrance requirements.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirement of each programme and as per WSU’s Recognition of Prior Learning Policy. (RPL)

Duration

A one year diploma.

Exit Points

A diploma after having completed the programme and obtaining a minimum of 120 credits. A total of 10 instructional offerings consisting of 5 first semester and 5 second semester are required to complete the diploma.

Module Categorisation for National Diploma in Internal Auditing

MODULE MODULE CODES CREDITS

Semester

Financial Accounting III Module I FAC3011 12

Taxation Module I TAX2011 12

Internal Auditing III Module I INA3011 12

Business Information Systems Module I BIS2011 12



One Corporate Procedures COP2001 12

Semester Two

Financial Accounting III Module II FAX3022 12

Taxation II TAX2022 12

Internal Auditing III Module II INA3022 12

Business Information Systems Module II BIS2022 12

Statistics II STA2002 12

Total Credits for both Semesters 1 & 2 120

Articulation

Vertical articulation: B-Tech in Internal Auditing.



B-TECH IN INTERNAL AUDITING

Qualification: Bachelor of Technology in Internal Auditing



The possession of an accounting related Diploma with relevant majors shall serve as the Admission requirements for the programme.


Accounting related diploma with Financial Accounting III and Internal Auditing III or Auditing III.


Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirement of each programme and as per WSU’s Recognition of Prior Learning Policy (RPL).

Duration

A one year (full-time) and two year (part-time) degree.

Exit Points

B-Tech Degree after having completed the programme and obtaining a minimum of 120 credits. A total of 10 instructional offerings are required to complete B-Tech.

Module Categorisation for B-Tech in Internal Auditing

MODULE MODULE CODE CREDITS

Internal Auditing IV Module I INA4011 12

Internal Auditing IV Module INA4022 12

Management Accounting III Module I MAC3011 12

Management Accounting III Module II MAC3022 12

Financial Management IV Module I FIM4011 12

International Law INL4001 12

Advanced Management Communication Skills AMC2002 12



Information Systems Auditing ISA4002 12

ELECTIVES (One of the following, Subject to Demand and availability of staff)

Research Methodology Module I & II REM1011 24

Co-operative Education REM1022 12

Financial Accounting IV 24

Total Credits 120

Articulation

Refer to relevant Department.



NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTANCY &

NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTANCY – EXTENDED PROGRAMME

Qualification: National Higher Certificate in Accountancy



The possession of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as the minimum admission requirement in all programmes offered by the School of Accounting.


Applicants with a National Senior Certificate (NSC), or its equivalent, rating of 3 or more in 4 recognised subjects, which must include English, Accounting, Mathematics or Maths Literacy, will meet the minimum entrance requirements. All new first year students who have been accepted in this programme will be required to write a test to determine entry into:

either the extended programme, done over three years, or

the main stream programme done over two years.

The final placement of students into the NHC: Accountancy or the Extended Programme will be made after considering both the results of the assessment tests and the Grade 12 results.

(For more information on Extended Programmes refer to the information booklet on Extended Programmes)


Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirement of each programme and as per WSU’s Recognition of Prior Learning Policy (RPL).

Duration

Two year Higher Certificate (2 yrs) or Three year (3 yrs) for the Extended Programme.



Exit Points

A Higher Certificate after having completed the programme and obtaining a minimum of 240 credits. A total of 20 instructional offerings consisting of 10 first level and 10 second level offerings are required to complete the National Higher Certificate.

Module Categorisation for the National Higher Certificate in Accountancy

SUBJECTS SUBJECT CODES CREDITS

Year One

Semester 1

Financial Accounting I Module I FAC1011 12

Entrepreneurial Skills ENT1001 12

Economics I Module I ECO1011 12

Business Calculations BUC1001 12

Communication Skills COM1001 12

Semester 2

Financial Accounting I Module II FAC1022 12

Cost Accounting I Module I CAC1012 12

Commercial Law for Accountants Module I CLA1002 12

Business Information Systems Module I BIS1012 12

Economics I Module II ECO1022 12

Level I Total Credits 120

Year Two

Semester 1

Financial Accounting II Module I FAC2011 12

Cost Accounting Module II CAC2011 12

Commercial Law for Accountants Module II CLA2011 12

Business Information Systems Module II BIS1021 12

Auditing Module I AUD2011 12

Semester 2

Financial Accounting II Module II FAC2022 12

Cost Accounting Module III CAC2022 12

Commercial Law for Accountants Module III CLA2022 12




Auditing Module II AUD2022 12

Taxation Module I TAX1002 12

Level II Total Credit 120

Module Categorisation for National Higher Certificate in Accountancy – Extended


Year One

Semester 1

Accounting Fundamentals ACF10E1 7.5

Academic Literacy ACL1000 15

Cost Accounting Exposure CAE10E1 7.5

Entrepreneurial Skills ENT10E1 12

Basic Business Calculations BBC10E1 7.5

Semester 2

Accounting Information Systems AIS10E2 7.5

Life Skills LIS1000 7.5

Introduction to Auditing IAU10E2 7.5

Cost Accounting I Module I CAC10E2 9


Year Two

Semester 1

Financial Accounting I Module I FAC10E2 6

Cost Accounting II Module I CAC20E1 9

Economics I Module I ECO10E1 12

Business Calculations BUC10E1 6

Communication COM10E1 3

Semester 2

Financial Accounting I Module II FAC10E2 6

Cost Accounting II Module II CAC20E2 9




Commercial Law for Accountants I Module I CLA10E2 12

Business Information Systems I Module I BIS10E2 6

Economics I Module II ECO10E2 12


Articulation

Vertical articulation: Diploma in Cost & Management Accounting, Diploma in Internal Auditing or Diploma in Taxation.



NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Qualification: National Higher Certificate: Financial Information Systems



The possession of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as the minimum admission requirement in all diploma programmes offered by the School of Accounting.


Applicants with NSC rating of 4 or more in 4 recognised subjects which must include English,

Accounting or Mathematics/Maths Literacy.


Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirements of each programme and as per WSU’s Recognition of Prior Learning Policy. (RPL)

Duration

A two-year Higher Certificate.

Exit Points

A Higher Certificate after having completed the programme and obtaining a minimum of 240 credits. A total of 20 instructional offerings consisting of 10 first level and 10 second level offerings are required to complete the Higher Certificate.

Module Categorisation for NHC Financial Information Systems


Core Compulsory

Level I

Semester I

Financial Accounting I Module I FAC 1011 12

Financial Information Systems I Module I FIS1011 12

Commercial Law for Accountants I CLA 1001 12




Business Calculations BUC 1001 12

Communication I COM1001 12

Level I

Semester II

Financial Accounting I Module II FAC 1022 12

Financial Information Systems I Module II FIS 1022 12

Cost Accounting Module I CAC1002 12

Entrepreneurial Skills I ENT 1002 12

Software Skills 1 Module I SOS 1012 12

Total Credits for Level I 120

LEVEL II

Level II

Semester I

Financial Accounting II Module I FAC 2011 12

Cost Accounting II Module I CAC 2011 12

Financial Information Systems II Module I FIS 2011 12

Auditing II Module I AUD 2011 12

Software Skills I Module II SOS 1021 12

Level II

Semester II

Financial Information Systems II Module II FIS 2022 12

Financial Accounting II Module II FAC 2022 12

Cost Accounting Module III CAC 2022 12

Auditing Module II AUD 2022 12

Taxation I TAX 1002 12

Level II Total Credits 120

Total credits for both Level I & Level II: 240

Articulation

Vertical articulation: a Diploma in Financial Information Systems.



NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Qualification: National Diploma: Financial Information Systems



The possession of a National Higher Certificate (NHC) or its equivalent shall serve as the minimum admission requirement in all diploma programmes offered by the School of Accounting.


Applicants with a pass in all subjects offered at the Higher Certificate level will meet the entrance requirements.

Duration

A one-year diploma.

Exit Points

A National Diploma after having completed the programme and obtaining a minimum of 120 credits. A total of 10 instructional offerings consisting of 5 first semester and 5 second semester offerings are required to complete the diploma.

Module Categorisation for National Diploma in Financial Information Systems

MODULES MODULE CODES CREDITS

Core Compulsory

Level I

Semester I

Financial Accounting III Module I FAC 3011 12

Financial Information Systems III Module I FIS3011 12

Management Accounting III Module I MAC 3011 12

Software Skills II Module I SOS 2011 12

Taxation II Module I TAX 2011 12

Semester

Financial Accounting III Module II FAC 3022 12

Financial Information Systems III FIS 3000 12

Management Accounting III Module II MAC 3022 12



II Software Skills II Module II SOS 2022 12

Taxation II Module II TAX 2022 12

Level I Total Credits: 120

Articulation

Vertical articulation: B-Tech in Financial Information Systems.



NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN COST AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

Qualification: National Diploma in Cost & Management Accounting



The possession of a National Higher Certificate (NHC) shall serve as the minimum admission requirement in all diploma programmes offered by the School of Accounting.

Entrance requirements

Applicants with a pass in all subjects offered at the Higher Certificate level will meet the entrance requirements.



Duration

A one-year diploma.

Exit Points

A diploma, after having completed the programme and obtaining a minimum of 120 credits. A total of 10 instructional offering consisting of 5 first semester and 5 second semester offerings are required to complete the diploma.

Module Categorisation for National Diploma in Cost & Management Accounting

MODULE MODULE CODES CREDITS

Core compulsory

Semester 1

Financial Accounting III Module I FAC 3011 12

Taxation II Module I TAX 2011 12

Organisational Management III Module I ORM 3011 12

Management Accounting III Module I MAC 3011 12



Corporate Procedure COP 2001 12

Semester 2

Financial Accounting III Module II FAC 3022 12

Taxation Module II TAX 2022 12

Organisational Management III Module II ORM 3022 12

Management Accounting III Module II MAC 3022 12

Business Statistics II BST 2002 12

Total Credits 120

Articulation

Vertical articulation: B-Tech in Cost and Management Accounting.



B-TECH IN COST AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

Qualification: B-Tech in Cost & Management Accounting.

Offering Type: Full-Time & Part-Time


The possession of an accounting relevant Diploma with relevant majors shall serve as the minimum admission requirement for this programme offered by the School of Accounting.


An accounting related diploma with Financial Accounting III and Cost and Management Accounting III.



Duration

A one-year qualification full-time or two-years part-time.

Exit Points

A B-Tech degree, after having completed the programme and obtaining a minimum of 120 credits. A total of 11 instructional offerings are required to complete the degree.

Module Categorisation for B-Tech in Cost & Management Accounting

MODULES MODULE CODES

CREDITS

Core Compulsory

Business Strategy II BST 2001 12

Financial Management IV Module I FIM 4011 12

Financial Management IV Module II FIM 4022 12

Financial Reporting IV Module I FIR 4011 12

Financial Reporting IV Module II FIR 4022 12



Management Accounting IV Module I MAC 4011 12

Management Accounting IV Module II MAC 4022 12

Systems and Project Management IV Module I SPM 4011 12

Systems and Project Management IV Module II SPM 4022 12

Electives ( One of the following subject to demand and availability of staff)

ELECTIVES Research Methodology Module I & II REM 1011 12

Co-operative Education COE 1022 12

Articulation

Refer to relevant Department.



DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT

DEPARTMENT CODE: 602

NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT

Qualification: National Diploma in Management


Rules and Regulation

The possession of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as a general admission requirement for all diploma programmes offered by the Department.


A Senior Certificate or its equivalent qualification with a minimum of the following:

E Symbol in English HG or 3 (40-49%)

A pass in mathematics (SG or HG) or Maths Literacy (4: 50-59%)

Recommended subjects are Economics, Accounting and Business Economics or 3 (40-49%).

Duration

3 years Full-Time

Exit Point

Diploma in Management after 3 years with 360 credits (120 credits in each year). Experiential training is not a pre-requisite. However, students are encouraged to make individual efforts towards exposure to industry. The Department will facilitate this exercise.

Subject Categorisation for National Diploma in Management


Year 1 Management I MGNT110 24

Administrative Management I ADM1110 24



Financial Accounting I Module I

Financial Accounting Module II

FAC1A13

FAC1B14

12

12

Communication: Business Administration COMB110 24

End-User Computing I EUC1110 24

Year 2 Management II MGNT210 24

Financial Management II Module I

Financial Management Module II Module II

Administrative Management II

FIM2011

FIM2022

ADM2110

12

12

24

Economics I ECN1120 24

Production Management I PMA1110 24

Year 3 Management III MGNT310 30

Administrative Management III OR

Financial Management III Module I

Financial Management III Module II

ADM3110

FIM3011

FIM3022

30

15

15

Organisational Effectiveness I ORE1110 30

Mercantile Law I MLW1110 30



B-TECH: MANAGEMENT

Qualification: B-Tech: Management

Offering Type: Part-Time


The possession of National Diploma Management and Administrative Management or its equivalent NQF 360 credits, shall serve as the general admission requirement for this B-Tech degree.

Entry Requirements

A pass in a relevant Diploma with 360 credits

Duration

1 year part-time

Subject Categorisation for B-Tech in Management

SUBJECTS SUBJECT CODES SUBJECT CREDITS

Production Management II PMA2110 30

Management IV MGNT410 30

Administrative Management IV OR

Financial Management IV Module I

Financial Management IV Module II

ADM4110

FIM4A13

FIM4B14

30

15

15

Research Methodology REMA110 30



NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT & EXTENDED PROGRAMME IN ND: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

Qualification: National Diploma in Human Resources Management



The possession of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as the general admission requirement in all programmes offered by the Department.


A National Senior Certificate (NSC) achievement rating of at least 3 (40-49%) for English. A NSC with a rating of 3 or more in four recognised subjects.

The following secondary education subjects are recommended:

Accounting with an achievement rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%)

Business Studies with an achievement rating of at least 3 (40 – 49%)

Economics with a rating of at least 3 (40-49%)

Duration

3 years full-time.

Exit Points

Diploma in Human Resources Management after 3 years with 360 credits. Experiential training is not a pre-requisite. However students are encouraged to make individual efforts towards exposure to industry. The department will facilitate this exercise.

Subject Categorisation for National Diploma in Human Resources Management

SUBJECT SUBJECT CODE SUBJECT CREDIT

Business Management I BUSM110 24



Year One

Personnel Management I PEM1110 24

Accounting for Personnel Practitioners I APP1110 24

Communication In English ENA1110 24

End User Computing ECU1110 24

Year Two

Business Management II BUSM210 24

Personnel Management II PEM2110 24

Management of Training I MOT1110 24

Industrial Relations I INR1110 24

Labour Law I LLW1110 24

Year Three

Business Management III BUSM310 30

Personnel Management III PEM3120 30

Management of Training II MOT2110 30

Industrial Relations II INR2110 30

Articulation

On graduation a learner may proceed to B-Tech in Human Resources Management.



B-TECH IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

Qualification: B-Tech in Human Resources Management



A relevant diploma with 360 credits shall be recognised as a general admission requirement for

B-Tech programmes offered by the Department.


A relevant diploma with an average pass of 60% of the relevant major subjects.

Duration

1 year on full-time and 2 years on part-time basis.

Exit Point

B-Tech degree, after having completed this qualification and obtaining 120 credits.

Subject Categorisation for B-Tech in Human Resources Management

SUBJECTS SUBJECT CODES SUBJECT CREDITS

Advanced Personnel Management IV APM4110 20

Advanced Industrial Relations IV AIR4110 20

Advanced Strategic Management IV ASM4110 20

Advanced Management of Training IV AMT4110 20

Organisational Behaviour IV ORB4110 20

Research Methodology I REM1110 20

Policies

Refer to relevant department.



DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION


NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN OFFICE MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY

Qualification: National Diploma: Office Management & Technology

Offering Type: Full-Time (all Sites) and Part-Time (Zamukulungisa and Ibika)


The possession of National Senior Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as a general admission requirement in all programmes offered by the Department of Office Management and Technology.


NSC achievement rating of English 4 and Mathematics 2 or Mathematics Literacy 4.

Two of the following school subjects will be an added advantage:

CAT 4 (50 – 59 %)

Accounting 4 (50 – 59 %)

Business Studies 4 (50 – 59 %)

Economics 4 (50 – 59 %

Where learners do not offer subjects in the Business, Commerce and Management category, subjects in other categories may be considered.

Senior Certificate qualification with a minimum of:

E Symbol for English (Second Language) (HG) or D Symbol for English (Second Language) (SG)



Preference will be given to learners with at least a 50 % Grade 12 aggregate and to learners with commercial subjects.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirements of each programme and as per WSU’s Policy for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Duration

Three years for the diploma.

Exit Point

A National Diploma after completing the programme and obtaining a minimum of 360 credits. A total of 13 instructional offerings consisting of 5 first level, 5 second level and 3 third level offerings are required to complete the diploma.

Subject Categorisation for National Diploma Office Management & Technology

SUBJECTS SUBJECT CODESCREDITS

Year One

Core Compulsory

Information Administration I IAD1110 28

Business Administration I BAD1110 28

Communication I COMM110 28

Financial Acc I Module I FAC1011 8

Financial Acc I Module 2 FAC1022 8

Electives (Choose any one from the following)

Legal Practice I LEP1110 28

Mercantile Law I MLW1110 28

Personnel Management I PEM1110 16


Core Compulsory

Information Administration II IAD2110 36



SUBJECTS SUBJECT CODESCREDITS

Year Two Business Administration II BAD2110 36

Communication II COMM210 16

Electives (Choose any two from the following)

Legal Practice I or II LEP1110/2110 16

Personnel Management I or II PEM1110/2110 16

Mercantile Law I or II MLW1110/2110 16

Financial Accounting II Module I FAC2011 8

Financial Accounting II Module 2 FAC2022 8


Core Compulsory

Year Three

Information Administration III IAD3110 40

Business Administration III BAD3110 40

Office Management and Technology Practice OMT1110 40

Level III Total Credits 120

Additional Subject

Pastel Accounting

This module is Compulsory in the Second Year (non-credit bearing)

Articulation

On graduation may proceed to B-Tech in Office Management and Technology.



NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT

Qualification: National Diploma in Public Management

Offering Type: Full-Time/ Part-Time


The possession of National Senior Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as the general admission requirement in all programmes offered by the Department of Public Management and Local Government.


Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with an English pass (E-HG/D-SG).

NSC with rating of 3 (40-49%) or more in four recognised subjects.


Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirement of each programme and as per WSU’s Recognition of Prior Learning Policy. (RPL)

Duration

A three year diploma (Full-Time); and four year diploma (Part-Time)

Exit Points

A Diploma, after having completed the programme and obtaining a minimum of 360 credits.

A total of 18 instructional offerings consisting of 6 offerings per year and experiential training at third-year level are required to complete the diploma.

Module Categorisation for National Diploma in Public Management


CREDITS

Year One

Semester 1

Public Information Service I PIS1113 20

Public Resource Management I PRM1113 20

Public Service Delivery I PSD1113 20




CREDITS

Semester 2

Public Decision Management I PDM1114 20

Self Management I SEM1114 20

Public Office Management I POM1114 20

Year Two

Semester 1

Public Information Systems II PIP2113 20

Public Procurement and Logistics II PLM2113 20

Project Management II PMT2113 20

Semester 2 Fundamentals of Research II FUR2114 20

Public Financial Management II PFM2114 20

Public Human Resource Management II PHR2114 20

YEAR 3

Semester 1

Management of Information III MOI3113 20

Public Financial & Procurement Management III FPM3113 20

Intersectoral Collaboration III INT3113 20

Semester 2 Policy Studies III POS3114 20

Programme Management III PRP3114 20

Public Human Resource Management III PHR3114 20

Management of Practice/ Service learning III 0

Articulation

Vertical articulation: B-Tech in Public Management.



B-TECH IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT

Qualification: B-Tech in Public Management

Offering type: Part-time


A recognised diploma with 360 credits shall serve as a general admission requirement for all

B-Tech programmes offered by the Department.


Prospective learner must be in possession of a recognised diploma to enrol for this B-Tech.

Duration

One year B-Tech.

Exit Point

After having completed B-Tech and obtaining a minimum of 120 credits.

Subject Categorisation for B-Tech in Public Management

SUBJECT SUBJECT CODES CREDITS

Year One

Public Policy Management IV PUPY4/0 20

Strategic Public Management IV PSTR4/0 20

Research & Information Management IV REIM4/0 20

Government Relations IV GVRT4/0 20

Public Accountability IV PACC4/0 20

Public Human Resource Management IV PHRM4/0 20

Research Project IV REPR4/0 20



DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM & HOSPITALITY


NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Qualification: National Diploma in Hospitality Management


Career Opportunities

A qualification in Hospitality Management will open doors to career opportunities in any Hospitality institution, including hotels, restaurants, game lodges, food service units, private and executive catering enterprises, and training facilities. The students are encouraged to consider the entrepreneurial opportunities opened to them on completion of their studies.

Entry Requirements

A Senior Certificate is a pre-requisite. A minimum higher-grade E symbol pass in English is a requirement. Passes in Mathematics, Business Economics, Accounting, Hotel Keeping and Catering are recommended and preferred. First-time applicants in the process of obtaining their Matriculation Qualification may submit their latest official symbols but might be wait-listed or conditionally accepted.

Swedish Rating Scale (SRS).

Each subject is scored according to the symbol obtained.

A B C D E F G

HG 8 7 6 5 4 2 0

SG 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

Final Matriculation Results are scored according to the Swedish Rating Scale (above)

WEIGHTED RATING SCORE (WRS)

For the purpose of selection into the Hospitality Management Programme some Matriculation subjects are more applicable to the programme than others and so are given a greater weighting:

PROCEDURE



Step 1

Applicants are ranked according to a system where their SRS scores attained are multiplied by the Weight Factor. For example: an A-symbol in Accountancy SG calculates as: 6(SRS) X 4(WEIGHT) = 24. This exercise is repeated for all the final year school subjects taken and the total thereof is the WRS.

WEIGHT FACTOR

SCHOOL SUBJECTS

5 Accounting HG; Business Economics HG; English First Language HG; Mathematics HG, Hotel Keeping and Catering SG

4 Accounting SG; Business Economics SG; English First Language SG; English Second Language HG; Mathematics SG;

3 Commerce HG,: Economics HG; English Second Language SG;

2 Biology HG; Commercial Mathematics HG; Commerce SG; Economics SG; Geography HG, History HG; Physical Science HG;

1 All other School Subjects

STEP 2 An applicant who’s WRS is 35 or greater is accepted but can still be subject to undergoing a scientific selection process of Psychometric Testing. Applicants may be expected to participate in a Selection Interview and write a Motivational Essay. (WRS of 30 to 34 is wait-listed and less than 30 is not selected).

STEP 3

All successful applicants selected into the programme are required to do the English Language Skills Assessment (ELSA) test.

Exit Level Qualifications can only be granted on application and after the successful completion of all the academic requirements of the relevant NQF Academic Structure. These are only available after a learner has decided to discontinue their studies (before completing all the requirements of the 360 credit qualification) and have not been registered for a period of less than two years.

NATIONAL DIPLOMA / DEGREE CREDITS

Each subject carries a credit value. In order to meet the outcome of each NQF level, 120 credits need to be accumulated at each level.

National Diplomas (NQF 6) require 360 credits in total.



NSC ADMISSION RATING SYSTEM (NEW)

RATING CODE RATING MARKS%

7 Outstanding Achievement 80-100

6 Meritorious Achievement 70-79

5 Substantial Achievement 60-69

4 Adequate Achievement 50-59

3 Moderate Achievement 40-49

2 Elementary Achievement 30-39

1 Not Achieved 0-29

MINIMUM NSC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (NEW)

COMPULSORY SUBJECTS NSC RATING WEIGHT FACTOR

English (Home Language) 4 3

English (Additional language) 4 3

Life orientation 3 2

Maths Literacy

OR Maths

3

3

3

3

THREE other recommended 2 credit subjects* 3 3

Or all other 20 credit subjects 4 1

*Recommended Subjects: Accountancy, Hotel Keeping & Catering/Hospitality Management, Home Economics and Economics

Admission Point Score (APS) is determined by your Achieved NSC Rating X NSC Weight Factor. For example: Meritorious Achievement in English (Home Language) calculates as: 6 (Your Achieved NSC rating code) X 3 (WEIGHT) = 18.

Minimum Score required for applying: 40

Minimum Score for unconditional acceptance: 50



The completion of each subject at the lower level is a requirement for registration of the same subject at a higher level. All modules of a subject must be completed before a subject is regarded as having been passed.

All subjects in the first year National Diploma Hospitality Management are compulsory. There are no optional offerings in the first year of study.

All offerings are subject to both minimum and maximum enrolment number criteria.

Subject Categorisation for National Diploma in Hospitality Management

Year 1 NATIONAL DIPLOMA (360 NQF CREDITS)

Year 1 (NQF 5A) National Certificate: 120 Credits SUBJECT CODES CREDITS

Culinary Studies & Nutrition Theory 1 CUS11T0 8

Culinary Studies & Nutrition Practical 1 CUS11P0 12

Food & Beverage Studies Theory 1 FBS11T0 8

Food & Beverage Studies Practical 1 FBS11P0 12

Hospitality Communications 1 HOC1110 4

Hospitality Management 1 HOM1110 8

Accommodation Management 1 HAC1110 20

Hospitality Financial Management 1 FIMH110 12

Hospitality Information Systems 1 HINS113 6

Hospitality Health & Safety HHS1113 12

Service Excellence 1 HSE1113 8

Preliminary Wine Course PWC1113 0

YEAR 2 (NQF 5B) National Higher Certificate

(Total: 120 Credits) SUBJECT CODES CREDITS

Culinary Studies Theory II CUS21T3 2

Culinary Studies Practical II CUS21P3 8

Food & Beverage Studies Theory II FBS21P3 2

Food & Beverage Studies Practical II FBS21T3 8

Hospitality Communications II HOC2113 4

Hospitality Management II HOM2113 8



Hospitality Financial Management II FIMH213 8

Hospitality Industry Law I HIL1113 4

Hospitality Information Systems II HIS213 6

Accommodation Management II/Food & Beverage Operations II HAC2113/FBO2113 10

Accommodation Management II HAC2113 10

Co-operative Education Module B COP-EDB 60

YEAR 3 (NQF 6) National Diploma (Total Credits 120)

SUBJECT CODES CREDITS

Co-operative Education Module C COP-EDC 60

Food and Beverage Studies III/Culinary Studies & Nutrition III

FBS31T3/CUS31T3 10

Hospitality Financial Management III FIMH3B3 12

Hospitality Industry Law II HIL2113 6

Hospitality Management III HOM3113 10

Hospitality Accommodation Management III/Food & Beverage Operations III

HAC3113/FBO3113 10

Hospitality Information Systems III HINS313 12



NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN TOURISM MANAGEMENT

Qualification: National Diploma in Tourism


Entry Requirements for National Diploma (Tourism Management)

A senior certificate is a pre-requisite. A minimum higher-grade E symbol pass in English is a requirement. Passes in Mathematics, Business Economics, Travel & Tourism Studies, Geography, History and Accounting are recommended and preferred.

First-time applicants in the process of obtaining their Matriculation Qualification may submit their latest official symbols but might be wait-listed or conditionally accepted.

Swedish Rating Scale (SRS). Each subject is scored according to the symbol obtained.

A B C D E F G

HG 8 7 6 5 4 2 0

SG 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

Final Matriculation Results are scored according to the Swedish Rating Scale (above) and then ranked according to the Weighted Rating Scale (see further on).

WEIGHTED RATING SCORE (WRS)

For the purpose of selection into the Tourism Management Programme some Matriculation subjects are more preferred than others and are given a greater weighting.

PROCEDURE:

Step 1

Applicants are ranked according to the system where their SRS scores attained are multiplied by the Weight Factor. For example: an A-symbol in Accountancy SG calculates as: 6(SRS) X 4(WEIGHT) = 24. This exercise is repeated for all the final year school subjects taken and the total thereof is the WRS.



WEIGHT FACTOR

SCHOOL SUBJECTS

5 Accounting HG; Business Economics HG; English First Language HG; Mathematics HG, Travel & Tourism SG

4 Accounting SG; Business Economics SG; English First Language SG; English Second Language HG; Mathematics SG;

3 Commerce HG,: Economics HG; English Second Language SG;

2 Biology HG; Commercial Mathematics HG; Commerce SG; Economics SG; Geography HG, History HG; Physical Science HG;

1 All other School Subjects

STEP 2 An applicant who’s WRS is 40 or greater is accepted but can still be subject to undergoing a scientific selection process of Psychometric Testing. Applicants may be expected to participate in a Selection Interview and write a Motivational Essay. (WRS of 35 to 39 is wait-listed and less than 35 is not selected).

STEP 3

All successful applicants selected into the programme are required to do the English Language Skills Assessment (ELSA) test.

Exit Level Qualifications can only granted on application and after the successful completion of all the academic requirements of the relevant NQF Academic Structure. These are only available after a learner has decided to discontinue their studies (before completing all the requirements of the 360 credit qualification) and have not been registered for a period of no less than two years.

NSC ADMISSION RATING SYSTEM (NEW)

RATING CODE RATING MARKS %

7 Outstanding achievement 80-100

6 Meritorious Achievement 70-79

5 Substantial Achievement 60-69

4 Adequate Achievement 50-59

3 Moderate Achievement 40-49

2 Elementary Achievement 30-39



1 Not achieved 0-29

MINIMUM NSC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (NEW)

COMPULSORY SUBJECTS NSC RATING NSC Weight factor

English (home) OR

English (1st Additional)

4

4

3

3

Life Orientation 4 2

Maths OR

Maths Literacy

3

4

3

3

AND no more than three recommended

20 credit subjects*

4 3

OR no more than ONE other 20 credit subject 4 1

Recommended

Tourism, Accounting, Business Studies, Economics, Geography, Computer Applications Technology

Admission Point Score (APS) determined by your Achieved NSC Rating X NSC Weight Factor. For example: A Meritorious Achievement in English (Home Language) calculates as: 6 (Your Achieved NSC rating code) X 3 (WEIGHT) = 18.

Minimum Score required for applying: 45.

Minimum Score for unconditional acceptance: 55

Subject Categorisation for National Diploma in Tourism Management

3 YEAR NATIONAL DIPLOMA (360 NQF CREDITS)

YEAR ONE NQF level 5A (Total: 120 Credits) CODES CREDITS

Year Courses End-User Computing I (CE) EUC1110 16

Communication I (CE) COMT110 16



Travel & Tourism Practice I: Destinations I TTP1A10 8

Marketing for Tourism I MFT1110 16

First Semester Travel & Tourism Management I:

Introduction to Management

TTM1A13 12

Travel & Tourism Practice I: Air Travel I TTP1B13 8

Tourism Development I : Module I TOD1A13 12

Second Semester

Travel & Tourism Management I:

Applied Management

TTM1B14 12

Travel & Tourism Practice I:

Travel Agency Operations & Procedures I

TTP1C13 8

Tourism Development I : Module II TOD1B14 12

YEAR Two

NQF level 5B (240 Credits - includes credits of NQF level 5A)

Travel & Tourism Management II: Personnel Management

TTM2A10 12

Travel & Tourism Management II: Financial Management

TTM2B10 14

Travel & Tourism Practice II: Destinations II

TTP2A10 8

Marketing for Tourism II MFT2110 23

Law for Tourism LWT1110 14

Media & Public Relations for Tourism I MPR1110 14

Tourism Development II TOD2110 23

Choose any One of the Elective Modules

Travel & Tourism Practice II: Hospitality Operations I (*)

TTP2D10 12

Travel & Tourism Practice II: Tourist Guiding I (**)

TTP2E10 12

Travel & Tourism Practice II: Cultural Tourism I (***)

TTP2G10 12

Travel & Tourism Practice II: Event Management I (*)

TTP2F10 12



YEAR 3 NQF level 6 (360 credits – includes credits of NQF levels 5A and 5B)

Tourism Development III TOD3110 20

Travel & Tourism Management III TTM3110 20

Co-operative Education Module A COPB113 60

Travel & Tourism Practice III: Destinations III

TTP3A10 08

Choose any One of the Elective Modules

Travel & Tourism Practice III: Hospitality Operations module II

TTP3E10

12

Travel & Tourism Practice III: Tourist Guiding II

TTP3C10 12

Travel & Tourism Practice III: Cultural Tourism II

TTP3G10 12

Travel & Tourism Practice III: Event Management II module

TTP3D1 12

OPTIONAL Conversational French I COF1110 16

Conversational German COG1110 16

Galileo (**) GAL1110

Please Note: (*) Choice of one out of the three elective modules PLUS ONE

Compulsory module in Years 2 and 3. Once a choice has been made at Year 2 that choice has to be carried through to Year 3.

(***) This elective is only offered at IBIKA campus

(**) This elective is only offered at COLLEGE STREET campus

Certain offering/s or subject/s (and combinations) are required to be successfully completed before the offering/s at a higher level can be registered for (pre-requisites).

Optional subjects and/or modules are subject to a minimum and maximum student enrolment.


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6.3 FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Introduction This Faculty Prospectus aims to provide students within the faculty with an understanding of the structure of the faculty and the programmes offered by the Faculty. It is our hope that it will guide the student in making informed decisions on course and programme selection. We trust that it will assist students with the successful completion of their academic studies and that it will lead to our ultimate goals for all of our students to be entrepreneurs and to graduate with a qualification of value that meets the career needs of our community and satisfies the requirements of industry and commerce. While academic work should be the cornerstone of your focus at university there is however more to student life than only academic work. Students are therefore encouraged to combine their academic work with other facets of student life through participation in the various student societies. We trust that you will find your studies within the Faculty of Engineering and Technology stimulating and rewarding in a journey of lifelong learning. The academic focus of the Faculty is to offer professional programmes that will train technicians and technologists in order for them to meet the requirements of the related industries and criteria for professional registration with relevant professional bodies. The programmes offered are specifically aimed at preparing students for the workplace by offering training that will enable graduates to demonstrate competence, knowledge and judgment in the workplace after graduation. Vision The faculty will be a leading centre offering a suitable wealth of innovative programmes to produce suitably trained human capital and engage such human capital to create appropriate enterprises for sustainable development and eradication of poverty. Mission In pursuit of its vision the faculty will generate highly skilled graduates, innovative new products and knowledge through courses, programmes, community engagement and research projects that are carefully designed for this purpose. The faculty will actively engage many of these and other graduates in innovation. The faculty will gradually move away from the philosophy of focussing on the generation only of highly skilled graduates that are released as job seekers into the public and private sectors, towards the philosophy of generating entrepreneurs. Concomitantly the faculty will also maintain a high level of research unit productivity and therefore help to shift WSU from the traditional focus on the production of highly skilled graduates to the proliferate production of new knowledge through research units.



PROGRAMMES and QUALIFICATIONS A programme is a collection study units (courses or modules) that upon completion leads to the award of a qualification (certificate, diploma or a degree). All qualifications are aligned with HEQF according to the relevant NQF Levels: NQF Levels Vocational Professional General 10 Doctoral Degree Doctoral Degree 9 Master’s Degree Master’s Degree

8 Postgraduate Diploma Postgraduate Diploma Bachelor’s Degree

Honours Degree Bachelor’s Degree

7 Advanced Diploma Bachelor’s Degree Advanced Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

6 Diploma (240 credits) Diploma (360 credits) 6 Advanced Certificate (120 credits) 5 Higher Certificate (120 credits)

CREDITS, MODULES and LEVELS Qualifications require a certain number of credits to be completed, the qualifications are broken down into smaller units called modules/courses. Modules and courses are associated with a number of credits. Credits are calculated from the number of notional hours required for achieving the learning outcomes. Notional hours refers to the contact time with the lecturer, self-study time, time spent doing assignments, examinations etc. The credit rating system rates 10 notional hours as equivalent to one credit. For example: a module consisting of 16 credits requires 160 notional hours to complete. If this module is to be completed in one semester, it therefore requires at least 11 hours of study per week in a 15-week semester.

CURRICULUM CHANGES

New knowledge and insight as well as new regulatory requirements from the Department of Higher Education and Training, and the Council for Higher Education, require that curricula may be changed from time to time. That may mean certain modules in the qualifications be replaced with new modules. WSU reserves the right to change curricula or to replace modules in qualifications, and to require students registered for those qualifications to convert to new curricula or new modules. Those changes will be done in such a way that students will not be prejudiced, will not lose any credits already obtained and the students will not be required to complete more modules that originally required for the qualification.



FACULTY PROGRAMMES

Summary

Department Programmes Offered Majors/Specialisations

Minimum Duration

Electrical Engineering N Dip: Engineering: Electric (ECP) 4 years

N Dip: Engineering: Electrical 3 years

Information & Com. Technology N Dip: Information Technology 3 years

N Dip: Information Technology (ECP) 4 years

B Tech: Information Technology 1 year

Built Environment N Dip: Building 3 years

N Dip: Building (ECP) 4 years

Civil Engineering N Dip: Engineering: Civil 3 years

N Dip: Engineering: Civil (ECP) 4 years

Mechanical Engineering N Dip: Engineering: Mechanical 3 years

N Dip: Engineering: Mechanical (ECP) 4 years

FACULTY RULES General Students should note that on registration to study at Walter Sisulu University, they automatically become members of the University and agree to abide by the rules and regulations of Walter Sisulu University as amended from time to time and for which further details are available in the official prospectus. Offering of programmes and/or courses not guaranteed Students should note that the offering of programmes and/or courses as is described in this Prospectus are not guaranteed but may be subject to change. The offering of programmes and/or courses is dependent on viable student enrolment numbers being met (as determined by HOD) and physical and human resources being available. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) RPL may be used to demonstrate competence for admission to this programme. It essentially addresses mobility and recognition of units of learning completed at ex Technical Colleges, University and other accredited Institutions of learning as well as Experiential Learning undertaken in industry. Refer to individual programme



rules for details. The departments in Faculty of Engineering and Technology have also drawn up specific guidelines that govern the articulation and outline the RPL requirements that must be met. Class attendance Attendance of all classes, including practicals, laboratory work, tutorials and site visits are compulsory. All classes, including tutorials and site visits are compulsory. Students should at all times be punctual in attending classes. The lecturer will keep a register of students’ class attendance that is used as part of the assessment of student performance. Semester tests, practicals/lab work, site visits and assignments Students who are absent from semester tests, practicals/lab work site visits, or who fail to submit assignments or projects before or on the due date, will receive a zero mark for that assessment unit, unless the lecturer is provided with a written certificate (within 7 days after the test) from a medical doctor/dentist to confirm that he/she was ill. No more than one semester major assessment (e.g. test) may be missed. Any other of the university’s rules/regulations in this regard will also be applicable. Course Evaluation Students will be required to complete Evaluation forms on Course Offering and Instructor at the end of the course. Code of Conduct The main focus is for students to study and learn. The lecturer and students will take joint responsibility in ensuring that classes are conducted in an environment conducive to learning; to promote such a learning environment the students and lecturers undertake to be respectful of each other; commit themselves to perform their work in a diligent and responsible manner; understand that students are encouraged to ask questions; undertake to be punctual in attendance of all classes; undertake to keep venues clean and tidy and agree not to eat or litter inside the classroom and undertake to take care for the documentation and equipment issued and for the equipment that are used in practicals or in the classroom. Faculty departmental composition The Faculty of Engineering and Technology is composed of the following Departments Department of Built Environment Department of Civil Engineering Department of Electrical Engineering



Fashion Department Department of Information and Communication Technology Department of Mechanical Engineering Department of Applied Informatics and Mathematical Sciences



DEPARTMENT OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT CONTACT DETAILS Ms K Fiyani - Academic Secretary WSU Butterworth Campus Tel: 047 401 6122 Fax: 047 401 6228 Email: [email protected] INTRODUCTION & WELCOME BY THE HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT This Departmental Prospectus aims to provide students within the department with an understanding of the structure of the department and the programmes offered. It is our hope that it will guide the student in making informed decisions on course and programme selection. We trust that it will assist students with the successful completion of their academic studies and that it will lead to our ultimate goals for all of our students to be entrepreneurs and to graduate with a qualification of value that meets the career needs of our community and satisfies the requirements of industry and commerce. While academic work should be the cornerstone of your focus at university there is however more to student life than only academic work. Students are therefore encouraged to combine their academic work with other facets of student life through participation in the various student societies. We trust that you will find your studies within the Faculty of Engineering and Technology stimulating and rewarding in a journey of lifelong learning. DEPARTMENTAL VISION & MISSION Vision of the Department The Department of Built Environment strives to be a leading centre offering innovative Construction Management & Quantity Surveying programmes responsive to national developmental priorities that address societal needs. Mission of the Department The mission of the department is to prepare high quality technological and vocational graduates to meet the career needs of our community and satisfy the requirements of industry and commerce, conduct basic and applied research to contribute to the body of scientific knowledge, to respond to the needs of society, to develop and promote entrepreneurial skills that will enable our graduates to create business enterprises.



DEPARTMENTAL RULES General Students should note that on registration to study at Walter Sisulu University, they automatically become members of the University and agree to abide by the rules and regulations of Walter Sisulu University as amended from time to time and for which further details are available in the official prospectus. Offering of programmes and/or courses not guaranteed Students should note that the offering of programmes and/or courses as is described in this Prospectus are not guaranteed but may be subject to change. The offering of programmes and/or courses is dependent on viable student enrolment numbers being met (as determined by HOD) and physical and human resources being available. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) RPL may be used to demonstrate competence for admission to this programme. It essentially addresses mobility and recognition of units of learning completed at ex Technical Colleges, University and other accredited Institutions of learning as well as Experiential Learning undertaken in industry. Refer to individual programme rules for details. The department has also drawn up specific guidelines that govern the articulation and outline the RPL requirements that must be met. Class attendance Attendance of all classes, including practicals, laboratory work, tutorials and site visits are compulsory. All classes, including tutorials and site visits are compulsory. Students should at all times be punctual in attending classes. The lecturer will keep a register of students’ class attendance that is used as part of the assessment of student performance. Semester tests, practicals/lab work, site visits and assignments Students who are absent from semester tests, practicals/lab work site visits, or who fail to submit assignments or projects before or on the due date, will receive a zero mark for that assessment unit, unless the lecturer is provided with a written certificate (within 7 days after the test) from a medical doctor/dentist to confirm that he/she was ill. No more than one semester major assessment (e.g. test) may be missed. Any other of the university’s rules/regulations in this regard will also be applicable. Course Evaluation Students will be required to complete Evaluation forms on Course Offering and Instructor at the end of the course.



Code of Conduct The main focus is for students to study and learn: the lecturer and students will take joint responsibility in ensuring that classes are conducted in an

environment conducive to learning; to promote such a learning environment the students and lecturers undertake to be respectful of each

other; commit themselves to perform their work in a diligent and responsible manner; understand that students are encouraged to ask questions; undertake to be punctual in attendance of all classes; undertake to keep venues clean and tidy and agree not to eat or litter inside the classroom and undertake to take care for the documentation and equipment issued and for the equipment that are used

in practicals or in the classroom. Information about the Department The Department of Built Environment strives towards improving its leadership role in the higher education sector, with specific reference to the construction management and quantity surveying sectors of the industry. It promotes excellence in appropriate research and application of technology and offers career orientated diploma programmes, consonant with the requirements of the South African Council for Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP), the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), the Council for Higher Education (CHE) and the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC). Its programmes are designed to be relevant to local socio-economic needs. The following is a summary of programmes that are offered by the Department of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying.

Department Programmes offered Duration Delivery Sites Construction Management and Quantity Surveying

ND: Building, Extended Programme 4yrs Butterworth Campus ND: Building 3yrs Butterworth Campus

Notes 1: Subject to approval by DHET of new Extended Programme and revised enrolment plan Accreditation Status of the programme The South African Council for Quantity Surveying Profession (SACQSP) conducted a site visit assessment on the 19th and 20th of August 2014. On completion of the visit the accreditation panel gave a preliminary report stating that they will accredit the programme for a 5-year cycle period as of August 2014 subject to reviewing of certain criterion annually. This however will only be confirmed by a written report that will issued by SACQSP in September 2014. The department also received an accreditation from the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) from 2012 until the end of 2014. A further accreditation visit is expected during 2014.



Mission of the Department The mission of the Department Built Environment is to provide its students with ethically and competence based, career orientated education as well as an entrepreneurial spirit, toward leadership and development of commerce, industry, the community and the government, through the construction industry and the built environment of South Africa and internationally. Goals of the Department Working closely with the community and with the essential support of the government, public and private

sectors, it seeks to produce graduates capable of dynamic participation in the economic and environmental development of the region and beyond.

Through a commitment to service excellence, staff development and the maximum use of human and physical resources, the department strives to unite students, staff and employers in common goal of improving the quality of life for all.

Student Societies in the Department Students are encouraged to register with the Construction Management and Quantity Surveying Student Society at WSU. This is a student initiative that is managed by the students for the educational well-being of the students.



PROGRAMMES IN THE DEPARTMENT NATIONAL DIPLOMA: BUILDING Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students It is part of the mission the Department of Built Environment to instil entrepreneurial skills to its students to support their talents. Therefore compulsory on-going entrepreneurial exposure will be presented via successful local business people and other entrepreneurial experts. Business principles will permeate throughout the programme on an informal basis. The Department also encourages its students to become student members of the various professional and institutional bodies. After obtaining the diploma qualification, students may apply for registration with the relevant professional bodies. Career Opportunities A broad based qualification which leads toward two main career paths in the Construction Management and Quantity Surveying professions. Once qualified, students may be employed in construction companies or quantity surveying firms respectively in order to pursue their chosen careers. Other opportunities exist with Local Authority and Government employment as well as with material and equipment manufacturers and suppliers. The vast construction and related industries in South Africa also create opportunities for entrepreneurs to start their own businesses, possibly after gaining some post-qualification experience. Purpose of Qualification The purpose of the National Diploma: Building is to train technicians who will display competence within construction and related industries through execution of technical tasks by using and applying their knowledge and independent judgment in the identification and solving of construction related problems. This qualification is intended for technician level employment in construction and related industries with the main focus on construction management and quantity surveying. Diplomates achieving this qualification should, after initial supervision, be able to apply their skills and related techniques to systematically plan and manage well defined construction issues, while using appropriate terminology, style and structure to communicate effectively with superiors and subordinates, apply management concepts to projects and operations showing awareness of ethics, professionalism, safety and consideration of the social and natural environment. Exit Level Outcomes of the Programme The programme’s exit level outcomes are aimed at providing graduates with the following attributes, skills, and competencies: Ability to apply sound principles and technologies to systematically diagnose and solve well-defined

construction related problems. Demonstrate the application of knowledge and the requisite skills in a construction related environment

and to apply knowledge and skills ethically within applicable standards, codes of practice and legislation.



Communication technical, supervisory and general management information effectively, both orally and in writing, using appropriate language, structures, style and graphic support.

Acquire further knowledge of self-management principles and concepts for managing projects and/or operations within the environment of the construction industry.

Range: Management, Planning, Cost Effectiveness, Development, Construction, Maintenance, Operation, Safety, Quality Assurance, Environmental Concern. The graduate achieving this qualification should therefore be able to: Use appropriate quantity surveying techniques in the measurement of well-defined elements/components

and undertake preparation of required documentation and cost estimates within applicable standards, codes of practice and legalities.

Use appropriate management techniques to plan and manage construction projects, through the pre-contract, contract and post-contract phases of construction projects within application standards, codes of practice and legalities.

Follow developments in the construction environment and critique the status of current knowledge. Apply the knowledge gained to new, well-defined, situations, both concrete and abstract in the

workplace/community. Gather evidence from primary and secondary sources using appropriate retrieval skills, and organize

synthesis and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to the audience. Use basic methods of enquiry in a construction environment to contribute to a project. Demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial, and cares opportunities, and

to develop him/her professionally, including the ability to proceed to the B-Tech level. Make independent decisions taking into account the relevant technical, economic, social, safety and

environment factors. Work independently, as a member of a team and as a supervisor. Relate construction activities to environmental, safety, cultural and economic sustainability. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes This qualification promotes, in particular, the following Critical Cross-Field Outcomes: In the problem solving process, the learner is expected to be both creative and critical. Working effectively with others as a member of a group, Organisation and community, e.g. demonstrate

effectiveness in: - Individual work and the ability to function in a team situation; - Communication, including receiving advice from supervisors.

Self-management by organising and management oneself and one’s activities responsibly and effectively; Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information; Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and / or language skills in the modes of oral and / or

written persuasion when presenting design and investigation; Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and

health of others;



Demonstrating and understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation by taking technical, social, economic, environment factors into account.

Programme Characteristics Basis of Programme Academic Structure The programme is offered in terms of the: Formal Technikon Instructional Programmes in the RSA - NATED Report 151 (99/01) of Education 150/15

document. South African Qualifications Authority Registered Qualification: National Diploma: Building - SAQA 0480/09

- ID80156 Career Orientated Academic Study The programme is career orientated because academic study is combined with related projects and in-service training in industry. The courses in this programme are developed co-operatively using inputs from both academic and industrial sources on a continuous basis. Site Visits & Practical Work One of the objectives of the programme is to make the theory covered under the coursework more meaningful, and therefore improve the skills of students through on-site “hands-on” work exposure. To achieve this, practical demonstrations and site visits are arranged during the course. This exercise has proved popular and beneficial to students as it enables the students who participate to broaden their understanding of the various building, quantity surveying and construction management fields; it also provides students with a real “feel” of the built environment. Teaching & Learning Methodology Learning activities are structured in a way that focuses the students learning experiences and creates opportunity for development via feedback. Students must be prepared to work independently using their own initiative in order to develop the ability to reason methodically and think creatively



Programme Information Minimum Admission Requirements National Senior Certificate Minimum Accumulated Point Score


Recommended NSC Subjects (Not Compulsory)

Other

29 NSC achievement rating of at least 3 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language level NSC Achievement rating of at least 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) NSC Achievement rating of at least 3 (40–49%) for Physical Science.

Engineering Graphics & Design Woodwork Accounting

Minimum statutory NSC requirements for diploma entry must be met. Applicants are required to participate in National Benchmarking and SATAPS Tests

Grade 12/Matric Senior Certificate: An E-symbol for English (2nd language) on the Higher Grade or a D-symbol for English on the Standard Grade. In addition, an E-symbol on the Higher Grade or a D-symbol on the Standard Grade for Mathematics and Physical Science. FET Colleges National Certificate An N3 certificate with C-symbols for at least four subjects including Mathematics and Engineering Science or a D-symbol at N4 level as well as the language requirements for the Senior Certificate. National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4: Requirements as defined in Government Gazette 32743 dated 26th November 2009 with specific requirements as set out below: Must meet NC(V) level 4 statutory requirements Must obtain 50% in the three fundamental subjects which in the case of this programme are

required to be: English, as it is the university’s language of learning and teaching (LOTL); Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) Life Orientation

50% in Physical Science 60% for three of the following compulsory vocational modules (in any combination):



Construction Planning Construction Supervision Materials Carpentry and Roof Work Concrete Structures Carpentry and Roof Work Masonry Plumbing

All NC(V) 4 applicants are required to participate and perform satisfactorily in the Placement Tests (SATAPS/NBT’s) as is conducted by the department. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) RPL may be used to demonstrate competence for admission to this programme. This

qualification may be achieved in part through RPL processes. Credits achieved by RPL must not exceed 50% of the total credits and must not include credits at the exit level.

The provision that the qualification may be obtained through the recognition of prior learning, facilitates access to an education, training and career path in building and thus accelerates the redress of past unfair discrimination in education, training and employment opportunities.

Evidence of prior learning must be assessed through formal RPL processes through recognised methods.

Learners submitting themselves for RPL should be thoroughly briefed prior to the assessment and will be required to submit a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) in the prescribed format to be assessed for formal recognition. While this is primarily a workplace-based qualification, evidence from other areas of learning may be introduced if pertinent to any of the Exit Level Outcomes (ELOs).

The structure of this non-unit standard based qualification makes RPL possible, if the learner is able to demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes implicit in this first stage building qualification.

Learners who already work in the building industry who believe they possess competencies to enable them to meet some or all of the ELOs listed in the qualification will be able to present themselves for assessment against those of their choice.

International Students Applications from international students are considered in terms of: HESA/Institutional guideline document, “Exemption Requirements: Foreign School

Qualifications” institutional equivalence reference document (where required) submission of international qualification to SAQA for benchmarking in

terms of HEQF Mature Age Endorsement

Refer to requirements as per WSU’s General Rules & Regulations



Selection criteria for new students The initial selection of new students is based on an applicant’s NSC or Matric results. Where an applicant has symbols one level above the minimum admission requirement for Maths and Science such an applicant will be offered direct enrolment. Students offered direct enrolment will however be required to participate in Standardised Assessment Tests (SATAPs), but in such cases the results will only be used for diagnostic evaluation. Students who do not gain direct enrolment, but who meets the minimum admission requirements are provisionally accepted. Such students are required to complete a set of three SATAP tests, which comprise of Mathematics, Physical Science and English Proficiency. Each SATAP test takes 2 hours to complete. Results from SATAP tests and Matric/NSC symbols are then graded using a conversion scale. Grade 12/NSC results constitute 50% of the graded mark (other 50% forthcoming from SATAP’s). On completion of the SATAP tests the applicants are rated according to their (graded) marks. Those with highest marks will be offered enrolment entry into the National Diploma programme, at the campus where they have applied. All enrolments are subject to quota limitations. The department may, if deemed appropriate also require applicants to participate in a structured interview. Programme Rules As for Faculty rules (see section 8). Admission Rules & Applications for Recognition of Credits For Admission Rules see the section on Admission Requirements above. In addition the Department will consider courses done at other Tertiary Institutions for exemption, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the University subject to the following criteria. If a student wishes to graduate from WSU but decides to enrol for one or more programme courses at another university, then the student must lodge a written application (through the HOD to Dean of the Faculty) before registration at the other Institution. Students must take note of the institutional rules which state that: Not more than 50 % of the courses in the qualification will be exempted in this way. All exit level courses must be done at WSU, except if otherwise approved by Senate. Any provisional approval by faculty is subject to final approval by Senate [also see WSU’s General Rules & Regulations - Rule G15 & G16]. Where the applicant cannot meet the criteria below, the applicant will be advised that the qualification cannot be awarded by WSU and that he/she should apply to graduate at the other Institution.



The applications for students wishing to enrol for courses, which will not lead to the award of a qualification (i.e. enrol for non-degree/diploma purposes) will only be considered after students wishing to study to degree/diploma has been accommodated, as it is subject to enrolment space being available. Students, who are coming from other higher education institutions are to be advised at registration by the HOD that their admission to the programme remain provisional and that they are required to immediately apply for recognition of any credits which they wish to be considered. The required application forms must be completed in full and a copy of the syllabus guide of the course done at the other institution must be provided with the application. Approval of such applications is subject to the application for recognition of credits meeting all the set requirements and final approval of the application by Senate. Where a student wishes to apply to graduate the fully completed applications for recognition of credits, if it forms part of the grad application must be received by the HoD before 15th January (for May graduation event) and before 30 April (for September graduation event). Failure to comply with these requirements will result in non-processing of applications and/or automatic de-registration of students. Progression Rules Re-Admission of Existing Students Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under institutional rules G8.1, G8.2. G9.1 & G9.2 the Department of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying has set the criteria for re-admission as per table in section 9.6.1.7.6.2 below. Rules Completion Rules The National Diploma: Building qualification will be awarded after completing all 360 SAQA credits (3 NATED credits), i.e. completion of all courses in the curriculum and compliance with all Departmental, Faculty and Institutional rules and regulations. [Also see WSU’s General Rules & Regulations]. Exclusion Rules Students should take specific note of the WSU’s General Rules & Regulations (specifically rules G7-G11) on re-admission and exclusion of students to undergraduate programmes. The specific rules on exclusion for the ND: Building programme is as follows: A student that progresses at a slower rate than that set out below, will be refused further re-admission on the grounds of “poor academic performance”

At the end of academic period (year) 1 2 3 4 5

Minimum credits that student must have obtained 60 120 200 300 360

Notes



Credits refer to SAQA credits Academic period refers to each year that the student was enrolled A student will not be allowed to enrol for courses at Level 2 of programme without having completed ALL the Level1 courses

Registration requirements that must be met a) First time entering students must enrol for all the required courses at that level (i.e. at Yr 1/ Level 1). b) A student will not be allowed to enrol at multiple levels in the programme. c) All students re-admitted, i.e. ‘continuing students’ will be subjected to the pre-requisite and co-requisite

requirements, along with all other Departmental, Faculty and Institutional rules and regulations. Programme Registration Rules Students can only register a maximum of 1.000 credits per year. Programme Progression Rules Ideally, all courses should be passed at all levels, prior to registering for the next level. Failure to do so could lead to timetable complications and clashes, thus the department cannot guarantee that a student can repeat any specific course at a lower level while simultaneously taking courses at a higher level. In this case, the higher level may not be registered, or will be cancelled, and the lower level course/s will take preference. Programme Delivery Sites The Department of Built Environment operates from the Chiselhurst Delivery Site in East London, Buffalo City, as well as the Ibika Delivery Site at Butterworth. Details of Programmes: Chiselhurst Delivery Site Ibika Delivery Site

Level I : Main Stream (First Year) Offered offered

Level II (Second Year) Offered - Industry based Offered - Industry based Level III (Third Year) Offered Offered

All offerings are subject to supportive student quotas.

Curriculum Structure National Diploma: Building. NATED Code: 3202016 (3 Years)

Level I : One year full time (attending classes)

Course Nat. Code Course. Code Credit Construction Management I 20401412 CMAN 1/0 20 (0,167) Construction Technology I 20401312 COTE 1/0 20 (0,167)



Quantity Surveying I 20502212 QUSU 1/0 20 (0,167) Applied Building Science 20401512 ABSC 1/0 20 (0,167) Site surveying 82505312 SISU 1/0 20 (0,167) Computer Applications (Sem. 1) 60202112 CAPP 1/1 10 (0,083) Communication (Sem. 2) 59900512 CCAT 1/2 10 (0,083) Total Credits for Level I period 120 (1,0) Level II : One year part time (working in industry)

Course Nat. Code Dept. Code Credit Work Integrated Learning : Building Practice Not listed ETBUI/1 60 (0,5) Construction Management II 20401722 CMAN 2/0 20 (0,167) Construction Technology II 20401622 COTE 2/0 20 (0,167) Quantity Surveying II 20502322 QUSU 2/0 20 (0,167) Total Credits for Level II period 120 (1,0) Level III : One year full time (attending classes)

Course Nat. Code Dept. Code Credit Construction Management III 20401903 CMAN 3/0 20 (0,167) Construction Technology III 20401803 COTE 3/0 20 (0,167) Quantity Surveying III 20502603 QUSU 3/0 20 (0,167) Analysis of Pricing and Estimating 20502403 APES 3/0 20 (0,167) Construction Accounting 40112403 COAC 3/0 20 (0,167) Structures and Concrete 80608703 STCO 3/0 20 (0,167) Total Credits for Level III period 120 (1,0) Work Integrated Learning To fulfil the requirements of the National Diploma: Building, a student must complete at least one year of applicable Work Integrated Learning as indicated in the curriculum. A manual outlining the requirements for successful completion of this component of the curriculum is obtainable from the Department of Built Environment upon registration. At this time, the manual will be explained to the students, which will aid toward a successful outcome of Experiential Learning. The manual will also guide the students in terms of the Level II correspondence and on course assignments, which must be completed and submitted at prescribed dates during the academic year. These will be assessed on a continuous evaluation basis, i.e. there will not be an examination for these courses.



Pre-Requisite Courses Level Course Pre-Requisite Co-Requisite

I Quantity Surveying I Construction Technology I II Work Integrated Learning Preferably all Level I courses

Construction Technology II Construction Technology I Construction Management II Construction Management I

Quantity Surveying II Quantity Surveying I Construction Technology I

Construction Technology II

III Construction Technology III Construction Technology II Construction Management III Construction Management II

Quantity Surveying III Quantity Surveying II Construction Technology II

Construction Technology III

Analysis of Pricing and Estimating

Construction Technology II Construction Management II Quantity Surveying II

Construction Technology III Quantity Surveying III

Construction Accounting Construction Management II Construction Management III Structures and Concrete Applied Building Science

Construction Technology II Construction Technology III

Available electives Electives are not available for this programme Award of Qualification See Completion Rule above. Programme Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees. Articulation Vertical Vertical Articulation is possible with: Bachelor Technology, NQF Level 7, typically in the B-



Tech: Construction Management or the B-Tech: Quantity Surveying.

Horizontal Within WSU: Horizontal Articulation is possible with NQF Level 6 qualifications offered by WSU, e.g. Diploma in Management, NQF Level 6, subject to the admission requirements of that qualification. Other Universities: Horizontal Articulation is possible with NQF Level 6 qualifications offered by such institutions, subject to the relevant institution’s admission requirements. Professional Articulation: Professional development is possible through a programme of training to attain the competencies for professional registration with professional bodies, e.g. the South African Council for Quantity Surveyors, Council for Construction Management. Core Syllabi of Courses Offered

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT I

Course Code Course Name NQF Level Credits Duration

CMAN 1/0 (see above) 5 20 (0,167) Full Year Programme

Lectures per week Pracs per week Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

3 x 40 min 0 3 x 40 min 27 200

Content / Syllabus

SECTION 1 1. Organisations involved in the building industry. 2. Parties involved in the construction process. 3. Construction companies and their organisational structures. 4. Procurement of work. 5. Introduction to site administration and cost control. 6. Site meetings. SECTION 2 1. Management functions and components. 2. Materials management. 3. Management of plant and machinery. 4. Productivity and work study. 5. Introduction to project planning. 6. Introduction to personnel management. 7. Subcontractors.

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from assessments based on tutorials, assignments, projects, and tests. Final mark will be obtained from the Year Mark (DP) x 40% + Exam Mark x 60%.

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY I


COTE1/0 (see above) 5 20 (0,167) Full Year




3 x 40 min 0.25 x 40 min 2.75 x 40 min 27 200

Content / Syllabus

Interpretation of drawings and setting out; Introduction to building enterprise and Construction of foundations; Concrete Technology and Brickwork; Timber, Roof Construction and Finishes; Building Services


QUANTITY SURVEYING I


QUSU 1/0 (see above) 5 20 (0,167) Full Year


4 x 40 min 0 2 x 40 min 27 200

Content / Syllabus

Introduction; Source of information and interpretation of drawings, Preparation of bills of quantities, Dimension preparation, Mensuration in quantities. Measurements and description of a single storey building in respect of foundations (including site clearance and simple demolitions), superstructure brickwork, solid floor construction, roofs, finishes (including plaster, paint and tiling to walls, conventional floors, plastered and boarded ceilings on brandering), stock steel, timber and aluminium windows, stock flush and hardwood doors (including timber and metal frames), adjustments for windows, doors and plain openings. Working up including squaring, abstracting and billing exercises.


APPLIED BUILDING SCIENCE I


ABSC 1/0 (see above) 5 20 (0,167) Full Year


3 x 40 min 0.25 x 40 min 2.75 x 40 min 27 200

Content / Syllabus

1. The use of the scientific calculator and the extension of basic arithmetical skills. 2. Basic applied mechanics in terms of the concepts of force, stress and deformation. 3. The development of an appreciation of the influences of loads on structures. 4. Expansion and contraction, convection and radiation of heat and orientation of buildings. 5. Sound.



6. Distribution and use of electricity. 7. Lighting of building. 8. Behaviour of fluids


SITE SURVEYING I


SISU 1/0 (see above) 5 20 (0,167) Full Year


3 x 40 min 0.5 x 40 min 2.5 x 40 min 27 200

Content / Syllabus

1. Linear Surveying. 2. Setting out. 3. Levelling. 4. Elementary Tachometry. 5. Contouring. 6. Surveying of land for construction. 7. Surveying of existing buildings

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained assessments based on tutorials, assignments, projects, and tests. Final mark will be obtained from the Year Mark (DP) x 40% + Exam Mark x 60%.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS


CAPP 1/1 (see above) 5 0.083 Semester


4 x 40min 0 2 x 40 min 30 100

Content / Syllabus

Introduction to computers; Operating system basics; Application programmes.

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessments based on assignments. Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark required is 50%.

COMMUNICATION


CCAT 1/2 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


4 x 40 min 0 2 x 40 min 30 100



Content / Syllabus

Introduction to course, methods and objectives; Communication Theory; Oral Presentation; Group communication and meeting procedure; Leadership skills; Technical writing and correspondence; Practical communication applications.


WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING


ETBUI/1 (see above) 6 60 (0,5) Full Year (in industry)


0 0 0 Minimum of 40 1600

Content / Syllabus

Work Integrated Learning: Students are expected to undertake suitable work integrated learning within the construction industry. The industry includes construction companies, quantity surveying firms, construction supply companies, construction manufacturing companies, applicable government and local authority departments etc. The employer details and the nature of the work to be undertaken by the student must be construction relevant and must be described on form ‘appendix 1’ for approval by the ‘Work Integrated Learning’ academic facilitator. Students and employers must complete and sign the monthly assessment return form ‘appendix 2’ at the end of each working month.

Assessment: Year mark will be obtained based on monthly reports. Final mark will be obtained from the average of monthly reports and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark required is 50%

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT II


CMAN 2/0 (see above) 6 20 (0,167) Full Year (in industry)

# of Assignments Consultations per week

Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

3 0.25 x 40 min 0 27 200

Content / Syllabus

Submission of assignments covering: Communication in the micro-environment of the site; Co-ordination of sub-contractors; Application of



management functions and procedures; Collection and application of information on plant etc.; Compliance with the Machinery and Occupational Safety Act; The requirements of the Industrial Council Agreements; Monitoring of trainee tradesmen; Meetings and negotiations with works council / union representatives.


CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY II


COTE 2/0 (see above) 6 20 (0,167) Full Year (in industry)


Tutorials per week Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 0.25 x 40 min 0 27 200

Content / Syllabus

Submission of assignments covering: Formwork materials and re-use factors, Pre-cast concrete beams and floors, Metal doors and windows, Timber doors and windows, Glass and its properties, Pre-fabricated timber trusses, Roof coverings, Eaves, flashings and rainwater goods, Dormer windows and the use of attic space in roofs, Fire places and chimneys, Fixings, fastenings and adhesives, Floor, wall and ceiling finishes, Drainage and plumbing details, Paint finishes to metal, plaster and timber, Industrial buildings.


QUANTITY SURVEYING II


QUSU 2/0 (see above) 6 20 (0,167) Full Year (in industry)


Tutorials per week

Number of weeks Notional hours

3 0.25 x 40 min 0 27 200

Content / Syllabus

Submission of assignments covering: 1. Measuring, abstracting and billing with full description and specifications (including precast and pre-



stressed concrete beams and floors. 2 Standard metal doors and windows. 3 Standard timber doors and windows. 4. Glass and its properties. 5. Prefabricated timber trusses. 6. Roof Coverings. 7. Eaves, flashings and rainwater goods. 8. Drainage and plumbing details. Note: Assignments should be structured to develop an appreciation of: systems used to develop bills of quantities (including the traditional, the cut and shuffle and the computerised methods), model preambles and preliminaries, appointment of the members of the professional teams and their fee scales, standard forms used for certificates.


CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT III


CMAN 3/0 (see above) 6 20 (0,167) Full Year

Lectures per week Pracs per week Tutorials per week


3 x 40 min 0 3 x 40 min 27 200

Content / Syllabus

Module 1: Methodology for a mini-research assignment; Module 2: Mini-research assignment: Industrial Psychology as a basis for improved quality, health and safety, personnel management and public relations in the construction industry; Module 3: Construction Calculations; Module 4: Network diagrams and bar charts; Module 5: Line of balance techniques; Module 6: Site planning, administration and documentation; Module 7: Financial controls and construction budgeting; Module 8: Introduction to professional ethics in the construction industry; Module 9: Introduction to contract law and arbitration; Module 10: Industrial relations and labour law; Module 11. Introduction to the Construction Regulations of 2003; Module 12. Introduction to the National Building Regulations




CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY III


COTE 3/0 (see above) 6 20 (0,167) Full Year


3 x 40 min 0 3 x 40 min 27 200

Content / Syllabus

1. Definition of multi-floor concepts. 2. Demolishing and setting out. 3. Soils and excavations. 4. Foundations and piles. 5. Basements and retaining walls. 6. 7. Formwork and concrete. 8. Steel structures. 9. Cladding. 10. Installation of services. 11. Finishes.


QUANTITY SURVEYING III


QUSU 3/0 (see above) 6 020 (0,167) Full Year

Lectures per week Pracs per week Tutorials per week Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 40 min 0 3 x 40 min 27 200

Content / Syllabus

Measurement and description of elements of multi-storey buildings including: Bulk earthworks and site clearance, Load bearing and framed concrete and brick structures, Flat roofs (waterproofing to concrete roofs and sheet-metal covering and boarded roofs), Staircases (including balustrades and finishes), Structural steelwork, Finishing (comprising: facings, in-situ terrazzo, patent plaster finishes, more complex tiling, panelling, other non-standard finishes and suspended ceilings), Purpose made timber and aluminium windows and doors (including sidelights, fanlights and adjustments), Joinery fittings, Plumbing and drainage complete. Prime cost and provisional sums (including final account adjustments), Builders work in connection with specialist installations, Practical working up and compilation of bills of quantities complete with trade preambles, Builders quantities, valuations and progress payments including basic principles of escalation.

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from assessments based on tutorials, assignments, projects, and tests. Final mark will be obtained from the Year Mark (DP) x



40% + Exam Mark x 60%.

ANALYSIS OF PRICING AND ESTIMATING


APES 3/0 (see above) 6 20 (0,167) Full Year


3 x 40 min 0 3 x 40 min 27 200

Content / Syllabus

Specifications; Estimating; Costing; Compiling Unit Rates; Evaluations and Certificates; Escalation; Final Accounts


CONSTRUCTION ACCOUNTING


COAC 3/0 (see above) 6 20 (0,167) Full Year


3 x 40 min 0 3 x 40 min 27 200

Content / Syllabus

The purpose of accounting; Records and first entries; Business transactions; Bank transactions; Transactions up to trial balance; Closing entries up to balance sheet; Contact accounts; Sole owners and partnership accounts; Limited companies and close corporation accounts; Application of a construction accounting computer programme.


STRUCTURES AND CONCRETE


STCO 3/0 (see above) 6 20 (0,167) Full Year


3 x 40 min 0.25 x 40 min 2.75 x 40 min 27 200

Content / 1. Theory of structures. 2. Concrete. 3. Formwork.



Syllabus




NATIONAL DIPLOMA: BUILDING [EXTENDED PROGRAMME] Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students For details see same section under National Diploma: Building. Career Opportunities For details see same section under National Diploma: Building. Purpose of Qualification The purpose for ND Building Extended Programme is to equip underprepared students, who wish to study towards a ND Building. Additional modules are therefore introduced at Year 1 level, hence the extended time period for the completion of this programme. The programme aims to: Provide students “at risk” with a viable platform to successfully undertake building (construction

management and quantity surveying) studies at tertiary education level. Provide students from disadvantaged backgrounds with an adequate level of foundational competence

which is based on specific and discipline-related knowledge. Improve the retention and throughput of disadvantaged students entering the mainstream programme. Provide a learning environment where the gap in terms of disadvantaged student needs and the student

support required are bridged. Provide a student who has the potential to succeed with Construction Management and Quantity Surveying

studies at tertiary level with an opportunity. Gain a contextualised understanding of the field of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying. Develop the knowledge and skills to engage in basic Construction Management and Quantity Surveying

practice effectively. Become familiar with the application of basic knowledge and skills in the Construction Management and

Quantity Surveying. Ensure that the required educational quality standards in teaching and learning are maintained while at the

same time achieving the above aims. The rationale for the ND Building Extended Programme is therefore essentially the same as for the three year ND: Building programme but is specifically designed by providing support to students to obtain essential skills for completion of the National Diploma: Building. Students successfully completing the Extended Programme will thus be able to: Develop a contextualised understanding of the field of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying

practices effectively.



Develop the knowledge and skills to engage in Construction Management and Quantity Surveying academic environments.

Continue with their studies beyond the Year 1 towards the obtainment of a National Diploma: Building. Exit Level Outcomes of the Programme The exit level outcomes for National Diploma: Building Extended Programme are the same as for the three year National Diploma programme [details are as indicated for that programme]. There are however, outcomes which the Extended Programme aims to re-enforce to better equip the students. These additional modules are introduced at Year 1 level, hence the extended time period. The expected additional outcomes of the National Diploma: Building Extended Programme are: To ensure students understand and are able to master the basic concepts of mathematics, physics and

building science and their application which forms part of the National Diploma: Building programme. To develop students computer skills in order to equip them for further academic studies. To enhance and develop the students’ academic skills with particular emphasis on academic literacy as

applicable to the National Diploma: Building programme. To develop students’ life skills in order that they can use the tools (e.g. study and time management skills)

in their studies. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes For details see same section under National Diploma: Building. Programme Characteristics Basis of Programme Academic Structure Courses on the academic programme are offered in terms of the Department of Higher Education Grant approval for offering of Extended Programme, which include foundation provision, which is in addition to the courses required as part of the academic structure as per the Departments of Education NATED 150/151 document for the National Diploma: Building. Career Orientated Academic Study For details see same section under National Diploma: Building. Teaching & Learning Methodology In order to allow for foundational material to be integrated into the Diploma courses, the programme is extended by six months in both the first and second semester periods of study. For some courses the foundational provision is in the form of additional material necessary to facilitate the students understanding of the Diploma course material. In other courses the foundational provision is in the form of the extra time available in the extended programme. The extra time enables lecturers to spend longer on the more difficult sections of work, assess more frequently to identify problem areas, revise at regular intervals and revisit



problem areas as they are identified. This is very beneficial to foundation students. After two years of receiving foundational support the students are considered to have had sufficient support to enable them to cope with the regular Level II and Level III courses without further foundational support. Programme Information Minimum Admission Requirements The National Diploma: Building Extended Programme targets applicants who are deemed to be “under-prepared” for the National Diploma programmes. Applicants in this category are assessed before the registration period. Assessment instruments include SATS tests, weighting of NSC/Grade 12 results and interviews. Selection is subject to quotas not being exceeded. Selection criteria for new students The initial selection of new students is based on an applicant’s NSC or Matric results. Students who do not gain direct acceptance, but who meets the minimum admission requirements are provisionally accepted. Students who do not gain direct acceptance are required to complete a set of three Standardised Assessment Tests (SATAPs), which comprise of Mathematics, Physical Science and English Proficiency. Each SATAP test takes 2 hours to complete. Results from SATAP tests and Matric/NSC symbols are then graded using a conversion scale. Grade 12/NSC results constitute 50% of the graded mark (other 50% forthcoming from SATAP’s). On completion of the SATS tests the applicants are rated according to their (graded) marks. Applicants who do not gain direct entry into the (mainstream) National Diploma programme are considered for enrolment into the extended programme (on sites where the extended programme is offered). Selection is based on the weighted marks obtained by applicants and is subject to quota limitations. Programme Rules As for Faculty rules (see section 8) Admission Rules & Applications for Recognition of Credits For details see same section under National Diploma: Building. Progression Rules Re-Admission of Existing Students Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under institutional rules G8.1, G8.2. G9.1 & G9.2 the Department of Built Environment has set the criteria for re-admission as per table in section 9.6.2.11.2 below.



Exit Rules Completion Rules For details see same section under National Diploma: Building. Exclusion Rules Students should take specific note of the WSU’s General Rules & Regulations (specifically rules G7-G11) on re-admission and exclusion of students to undergraduate programmes. The specific rules on exclusion for the ND: Building Extended programme is as follows: A student that progresses at a slower rate than that set out below, will be refused further re-admission on the grounds of “poor academic performance”

At the end of academic period (year) 1 2 3 4 5 6

Minimum credits that student must have obtained 30 60 120 200 300 360

Notes Credits refer to SAQA credits Academic period refers to each year that the student was enrolled A student will not be allowed to enrol for courses at Level 2 of programme without having completed ALL the Level 1A & 1B courses Registration requirements that must be met a) First time entering students must enrol for all the required courses at that level (i.e. at Yr 1/ Level 1A). b) A student will not be allowed to enrol at multiple levels in the programme. other than at Level 1A & 1B. c) A student that fails to complete all the courses of Level IA and IB within three years will be excluded from

the programme. d) All students re-admitted, i.e. ‘continuing students’ will be subjected to the pre-requisite and co-requisite

requirements, along with all other Departmental, Faculty and Institutional rules and regulations. Programmes offering The Department of Built Environment offers the Extended Programme at both Delivery Sites. Curriculum Structure

Level IA : Year 1 - Full time (attending classes)

Course Nat. Code Dept. Code Credit

Construction Management I 20401412 CMAN1E0 20 (0,167)

Construction Technology I 20401312 COTE1E0 20 (0,167)

Computer Applications (Semester 1) 60202112 CAPP1E0 10 (0,083)



Communication (Semester 2) 59900512 CCAT1E0 10 (0,083)

Total Credits for Level 1A period 60 (0,5)

Level IB : Year 2 - Full time (attending classes)

Course Nat. Code Dept. Code Credit

Quantity Surveying I 20502212 QUSU1E0 20 (0,167)

Applied Building Science 20401512 ABSC1E0 20 (0,167)

Site surveying 82505312 SISU1E0 20 (0,167)

Total Credits for Level 1B period 60 (0,5)

Level II (Year 3 of this programme) and Level III (Year 4 of this programme) are described under the same section for National Diploma: Building. Once a student on this programme progresses to Level II and Level III they follow the curriculum as is described for the National Diploma: Building. Work Integrated Learning For details see same section under National Diploma: Building. Pre-Requisite Courses Level Course Pre-Requisite Co-Requisite

I Quantity Surveying I Construction Technology I

Available electives Electives are not available for this programme. Award of Qualification For details see same section under National Diploma: Building. Programme Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees.



Articulation For details see same section under National Diploma: Building. Core Syllabi of Courses Offered For details see relevant courses under same section under the National Diploma: Building. Note: Duration for completion of Level I courses in National Diploma: Building [Extended] are 2 years and includes foundational provision.

Foundation component of curriculum Equivalent to mainstream curriculum CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT I


CMAN1E0 (see above) 5 20 (0,167) Full Year Programme


3 x 40 min 0 3 x 40 min 30 240

Content / Syllabus

Introduction to the construction industry Organisations involved in the building industry Parties involved in the construction process Construction companies and their organisational structures Procurement of work Introduction to site administration Site administration and cost control Site meetings

The theory of management Management functions and components Materials management Management of plant and machinery Productivity and work study Introduction to project planning. Office and Site Administration Introduction to personnel management Personnel management Subcontractors Costing and Cost Control Applications

Case studies on practical applications – WiSeUp (Blackboard) assignment using Site documents(Foundation)




CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY I


COTE1E0 (see above) 5 20 (0,167) Full Year


3 x 40 min 0.25 x 40 min 2.75 x 40 min 30 240

Content / Syllabus

Explaining technology The application of Construction Technology Interpretation of drawings and setting out Introduction to building enterprise and Construction of foundations Concrete Technology and Brickwork; Timber, Roof Construction and

Finishes; Building Services Practical Timber, Roof Construction and Finishes Building Services Field work Local Site visit 1 Local Site visit 2


QUANTITY SURVEYING I


QUSE1E0 (see above) 5 20 (0,167) Full Year


4 x 40 min 0 2 x 40 min 30 240

Content / Syllabus

Introduction to Quantity Surveying Basic calculations and Quantity Surveying Applications and

Practices; Source of information and interpretation of drawings Preparation of bills of quantities Dimension preparation Mensuration in quantities Measurements and description of a single storey building in respect

of foundations (including site clearance and simple demolitions, superstructure brickwork, solid floor construction, roofs, finishes (including plaster, paint and tiling to walls, conventional floors, plastered and boarded ceilings on brandering), stock steel, timber and aluminium windows, stock flush and hardwood doors (including timber and metal frames), adjustments for windows, doors and plain openings.

Working up including squaring, abstracting and billing exercises Practicing sessions in Quantity Surveying calculations and



applications (spread throughout year) Field work Local Site visit 1 Local Site visit 2


APPLIED BUILDING SCIENCE I


ABSC1E0 (see above) 5 20 (0,167) Full Year


3 x 40 min 0.25 x 40 min 2.75 x 40 min 30 240

Content / Syllabus

Introduction to Basic Safety in the work environment; The use of the scientific calculator Basic arithmetical skills Basic applied mechanics in terms of the concepts of force, stress

and deformation The development of an appreciation of the influences of loads on

structures Expansion and contraction, convection and radiation of heat and

orientation of buildings Sound The use of the scientific Distribution and use of electricity Lighting of building Behaviour of fluids Laboratory work

Practicals x 3 Laboratory work

Practicals x 3


SITE SURVEYING I


SISU1E0 (see above) 5 20 (0,167) Full Year


3 x 40 min 0.5 x 40 min 2.5 x 40 min 30 240

Content / Syllabus

Introduction to Construction Surveying The Basics of Survey Tools & Equipment



Understanding and interpretation of results, degree of accuracy required and reporting

Linear Surveying Setting out Levelling Elementary Tachometry Contouring Surveying of land for construction Surveying of existing buildings Introduction to the South African Co-ordinate System Introduction to Global Positioning System instruments. Field work

Field based taping project. Field based levelling project Field based Theodolite project


COMPUTER APPLICATIONS


CAPP1E0 (see above) 5 0.083 Semester


4 x 40min 0 2 x 40 min 14 112

Content / Syllabus

Introduction to the desktop computer – keyboard and monitor application

Fundamentals of the desktop computer – the menu Basic Concepts of IT File Management Word Processing Spreadsheets Presentations Information and Communication Compilation of technical reports Fundamentals of Computer Aided Drawing Practical work) Continuous throughout the semester Presentation module




COMMUNICATION


CCAT1E0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


4 x 40 min 0 2 x 40 min 14 112

Content / Syllabus

Academic literacy Computer literacy Process of Communication Organisational Communication Interpersonal Communication Non-verbal Communication Intercultural Communication. Reading Strategies in the Computer Laboratory Technical report writing in the Computer Laboratory Multimedia communication Practical work) Continuous throughout the year. Presentation module Submission of a portfolio of work




DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING CONTACT DETAILS Ms K Fiyani: Academic Secretary Tel: 047 401 6122; Fax: 047 401 6299 E-mail: [email protected] BUTTERWORTH CAMPUS AND THE FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY Department of Civil Engineering is academically located under the Faculty of Engineering and Technology in the Butterworth Campus. The Department of Civil Engineering offers Extended National Diploma programmes. The programmes offered by the department of civil engineering are listed below.

Department Programmes offered Duration Campus Civil Engineering ND: Eng: Civil, Extended Programme 4yrs Butterworth

ND: Engineering: Civil 3yrs Butterworth Notes 1 & 2: Subject to approval by DHET of new Extended Programme and revised enrolment plan MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE Department of Civil Engineering is managed by a Head of Department (HOD), who is assisted on the other delivery sites by Programme Coordinators (PCO’s). HOD’s report to the Dean of Engineering and Technology, who as academic head, manages the academic programmes within the respective department. DEPARTMENT VISION & MISSION Vision of the department The Department of Civil Engineering strives to be a leading centre offering innovative civil engineering programmes that are responsive to national developmental priorities that address societal needs. Mission of the department The mission of the department is to prepare high quality technological and graduates to meet the career needs of our community and satisfy the requirements of industry and commerce, conduct basic and applied research to contribute to the body of scientific knowledge, to respond to the needs of society, to develop and promote entrepreneurial skills that will enable our graduates to create business enterprises.



DEPARTMENTAL RULES General Students should note that on registration to study at Walter Sisulu University, they automatically become members of the University and agree to abide by the rules and regulations of Walter Sisulu University as amended from time to time and for which further details are available in the official prospectus. Offering of programmes and/or courses not guaranteed Students should note that the offering of programmes and/or courses as is described in this Prospectus are not guaranteed but may be subject to change. The offering of programmes and/or courses is dependent on viable student enrolment numbers being met (as determined by HOD) and physical and human resources being available. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) RPL may be used to demonstrate competence for admission to this programme. It essentially addresses mobility and recognition of units of learning completed at ex Technical Colleges, University and other accredited Institutions of learning as well as Experiential Learning undertaken in industry. Refer to individual programme rules for details. The departments in Faculty of Engineering and Technology have also drawn up specific guidelines that govern the articulation and outline the RPL requirements that must be met. Class attendance Attendance of all classes, including practicals, laboratory work, tutorials and site visits are compulsory. All classes, including tutorials and site visits are compulsory. Students should at all times be punctual in attending classes. The lecturer will keep a register of students’ class attendance that is used as part of the assessment of student performance. Semester tests, practicals/lab work, site visits and assignments Students who are absent from semester tests, practicals/lab work site visits, or who fail to submit assignments or projects before or on the due date, will receive a zero mark for that assessment unit, unless the lecturer is provided with a written certificate (within 7 days after the test) from a medical doctor/dentist to confirm that he/she was ill. No more than one semester major assessment (e.g. test) may be missed. Any other of the university’s rules/regulations in this regard will also be applicable.



Course Evaluation Students will be required to complete Evaluation forms on Course Offering and Instructor at the end of the course. Code of Conduct The main focus is for students to study and learn. The lecturer and students will take joint responsibility in ensuring that classes are conducted in an

environment conducive to learning. To promote such a learning environment the students and lecturers undertake to be respectful of each

other. Commit themselves to perform their work in a diligent and responsible manner. Understand that students are encouraged to ask questions. Undertake to be punctual in attendance of all classes. Undertake to keep venues clean and tidy and agree not to eat or litter inside the classroom and Undertake to take care for the documentation and equipment issued and for the equipment that are used

in practicals or in the classroom. Butterworth Campus National Diploma in Engineering in Civil in the Butterworth Campus is accredited until end of 2014, which is the end of the current accreditation cycle. Mission of the Department The Department of Civil Engineering strives to provide technologically and vocationally trained graduates which enables the University to meet the career needs of our community and satisfies the requirements of industry and commerce. Goals of the Department The goals of the Department of Civil Engineering to work closely with its community and with the essential support of both the public and private sector, we seek to produce graduates capable of dynamic participation in the economic and environmental development of the region and beyond. Through a commitment to service excellence, staff development and the maximum use of human and other resources, the Department strives to unite students, staff and employers in the common goal of improving the quality of life of our community. Student Societies in Department The Civil Engineering Students Society (CESS) is a student initiative and is managed by the students for the educational well-being of the students. The Civil Engineering Society strives to: Integrate all Civil Engineering student activities.



Develop close relations with appropriate professional Organisations. Recognise the achievements of members through team projects. Build a database of fellow Civil Engineering students. Encourage career development and support from industry. Be a voice for all Civil Engineering students. Be non-political and non-discriminatory in the conduct of Society affairs. A students’ branch for the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) was established at WSU in 2010. The Student Chapter is purely for the purpose of student professional development and the mission of the Student Chapter is to incite a passion for the Civil Engineering Profession and to create a spirit of enthusiasm and involvement of current and new students, so as to become the best Civil Engineering technicians, to serve South Africa and continue bridging the gap between the student experience and that in industry. The SAICE Student Chapter has the support of the local SAICE branch and staff members of the Department of Civil Engineering at WSU. Students are encouraged to become members of the Civil Engineering Student Chapter as this is a SAICE Student initiative that is managed by the student members in consultation with SAICE, for the engineering development of students. Aims and objectives of the student Societies in Department To integrate all Engineering students and promote a spirit of unity with the other engineering departments

at Walter Sisulu University. To develop its members not only academically but also on other aspects relating to career development. To take up needs and demands of Civil Engineering students of the Walter Sisulu University with

acknowledgement of the Student Representative Council. To strive for the development and growth of the Civil Engineering Department at Walter Sisulu University.



PROGRAMMES IN THE DEPARTMENT NATIONAL DIPLOMA: ENGINEERING: CIVIL Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students It is part of the department of civil engineering’s mission to instil entrepreneurial skills in our graduates to support their academic talents. Therefore ongoing entrepreneurial exposure will be presented via successful local business people and other entrepreneurial experts. Business principles will permeate throughout the programme on an informal basis. The department of civil engineering also encourages students and staff to become members of the various professional and institutional bodies. While studying towards the diploma qualification, students are encouraged to join various institutions and professional bodies. More information is available from the Head of Department. Students are encouraged to visit the ECSA and SAICE websites for more information. The process of professional development of an engineering technician starts with the attainment of a qualification that meets this standard. After graduation a programme of training and experience is completed to attain the competencies for professional registration. Career Opportunities What can a diplomate do in this career? In general, diplomates can work in the following branches of civil engineering: Planning and design, Construction, Project Management and Maintenance of facilities and infrastructure. Specialisation fields in civil engineering include positions in: Hydraulics/water resources engineering Irrigation/drainage engineering Municipal engineering Geotechnical/soil/geological engineering Water systems/pipeline engineering Waste and wastewater treatment engineering Structural engineering Transportation engineering Project Management. Who will employ a diplomate? Consulting firms in private practice; construction companies; government (national departments, provincial departments and local authorities); private and parastatal Organisations; research Organisations; tertiary education institutions.



Purpose of the Qualification The purpose of the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil is to train technicians who will meet the criteria for registration as a professional technician by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), and who will display competence as part of the engineering team in the execution of technical tasks under remote supervision by using and applying their knowledge in independent judgement in the identification and solution of complex civil engineering problems. This qualification is intended for technician level employment in industry within the range of planning, design, construction and maintenance of Civil Engineering operations. Diplomats achieving this qualification should, after initial supervision, be able to apply engineering principles, techniques and instruments to systematically diagnose and solve well-defined Civil Engineering problems, perform procedural design functions of limited context, be able to use appropriate terminology, style and structure to communicate effectively with superiors and subordinates, apply management concepts to projects and operations and exhibit an awareness of ethics, professionalism, safety and consideration of the social and natural environment. Exit Level Outcomes of the Programme The programme’s exit level outcomes are aimed at providing graduates with the following attributes, skills, and competencies: Ability to apply Civil Engineering principles to systematically diagnose and solve well-defined Civil

Engineering problems. Demonstrate the application of knowledge and the requisite skills in a Civil Engineering environment. Perform procedural design of well-defined elements/components to meet desired needs within applicable

standards, codes of practice and legislation. Communicate technical, supervisory and general management information effectively, both orally and in

writing, using appropriate language, structure, style and graphical support. Acquire knowledge of self-management principles and concepts for managing projects and/or operations

within the Civil Engineering environment, within the range: Maintenance, Operation, Development, Safety, Quality Assurance, and Environmental.

The graduate achieving this qualification should therefore be able to: Perform procedural design of well-defined elements/components to meet desired needs within applicable

standards, codes of practice and legislation. Follow developments in Civil Engineering and critique the status of current knowledge. Apply the knowledge gained to new, well-defined, situations, both concrete and abstract, in the

workplace/community. Gather evidence from primary sources and journals using appropriate retrieval skills, and organise,

synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to the audience. Use basic methods of enquiry in a Civil Engineering environment to contribute to a project. Demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial, and career opportunities,

and to develop him/her professionally, including the ability to proceed to the BTech level. Make independent decisions taking into account the relevant technical, economic, social, safety and

environmental factors.



Work independently, as a member of a team and as a supervisor. Relate Civil Engineering activities to environmental, safety, cultural and economic sustainability. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes This qualification promotes, in particular, the following Critical Cross-Field Outcomes: In the problem solving process, the learner is expected to be both creative and critical. Working effectively with others as a member of a group, Organisation and community, e.g. demonstrate

effectiveness in: o Individual work and the ability to function in a team situation. o Communication, including receiving advice from supervisors.

Self-management by organising and managing oneself and one’s activities responsibly and effectively; Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information. Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and / or language skills in the modes of oral and / or

written persuasion when presenting design and investigations. Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and

health of others. Demonstrating and understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-

solving contexts do not exist in isolation by taking technical, social, economic, environmental factors into account.

Programme Characteristics Basis of Programme Academic Structure The programme is offered in terms of the: Formal Technikon Instructional Programmes in the RSA - NATED Report 151 (99/01) of Education NATED

150/151 document. South African Qualifications Authority Registered Qualification: National Diploma: Engineering: Civil - SAQA

0480/09 - ID 80159 Career Orientated Academic Study The programme is career orientated because academic study is combined with related projects and in-service training in industry. The courses in this programme are developed co-operatively using inputs from both academic and industrial sources on a continuous basis. Site Visits & Practical Work One of the objectives of the programme is to make the theory covered under the coursework more meaningful, and therefore improve the skills of students through on-site “hands-on” work exposure. To achieve this, practical demonstrations and site visits are arranged during the course. This exercise has proved popular and beneficial to students as it enables the students who participate to broaden their understanding of the various engineering fields; it also provides students with a real “feel” of engineering.



Teaching & Learning Methodology Learning activities are structured in a way that focuses the students learning experiences and creates opportunity for development via feedback. Students must be prepared to work independently using their own initiative in order to develop the ability to reason methodically and think creatively. Programme Information Minimum Admission Requirements

National Senior Certificate (NSC)

Accumulated Point Score



Other

30 NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language level NSC Achievement rating of at least 4 (40-49%) for Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (40-49%) for Physical Sciences.

Engineering graphics and design


Grade 12/ Matric

Senior Certificate Requirement: An E-symbol for English (2nd language) on the Higher Grade. In addition, an E-symbol on the Higher Grade or a D-symbol on the Standard Grade for Mathematics and Physical Science.

FET Colleges

National Certificate Requirement: An N3 certificate with C-symbols for at least four subjects including Mathematics and Engineering Science or a D-symbol at N4 level as well as the language requirements as specified for the Senior Certificate. National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4: National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4: Requirements as defined in Government Gazette 32743 dated 26th November 2009 with specific requirements as set out below:



Must meet NC(V) level 4 statutory requirements Must obtain 50% in the three fundamental subjects which in the case of this programme are required to be: English, as it is the university’s language of learning and teaching (LOTL); Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) Life Orientation 50% in Physical Science 60% for three of the following compulsory vocational modules (in any combination): Construction Planning Construction Supervision Materials Concrete Structures Roads All NC(V) 4 applicants are required to participate and perform satisfactorily in the Placement Tests (SATAPS/NBT’s) as is conducted by the department.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

RPL may be used to demonstrate competence for admission to this programme. This qualification may be achieved in part through recognition of prior learning processes. Credits achieved by RPL must not exceed 50% of the total credits and must not include credits at the exit level. The provision that the qualification may be obtained through the recognition of prior learning, facilitates access to an education, training and career path in engineering and thus accelerates the redress of past unfair discrimination in education, training and employment opportunities. Evidence of prior learning must be assessed through formal RPL processes through recognised methods. Any other evidence of prior learning should be assessed through formal RPL processes to recognise achievement thereof. Learners submitting themselves for RPL should be thoroughly briefed prior to the assessment and will be required to submit a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) in the prescribed format to be assessed for formal recognition. While this is primarily a workplace-based qualification, evidence from other areas of learning may be introduced if pertinent to any of the Exit Level Outcomes (ELOs). The structure of this non-unit standard based qualification makes RPL possible, if the learner is able to demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes implicit in this first stage engineering qualification. Learners who already work in the engineering industry who believe they possess competencies to enable them to meet some or all of the ELOs listed in the qualification will be able to present themselves for assessment against those of their choice.

International Students

Applications from international students are considered in terms of: HESA/Institutional guideline document, “Exemption Requirements: Foreign School



Qualifications” institutional equivalence reference document (where required) submission of international qualification to SAQA for benchmarking in terms of HEQF

Mature Age Endorsement

Refer to requirements as per WSU’s General Rules & Regulations – Section 1.6

Selection criteria for new students The initial selection of new students is based on an applicant’s NSC or Matric results. Where an applicant has symbols one level above the minimum admission requirement for Maths and Science such an applicant will be offered direct enrolment. Students offered direct enrolment will however be required to participate in Standardised Assessment Tests (SATAPs), but in such cases the results will only be used for diagnostic evaluation. Students who do not gain direct enrolment, but who meets the minimum admission requirements are provisionally accepted. Such students are required to complete a set of three SATAP tests, which comprise of Mathematics, Physical Science and English Proficiency. Each SATAP test takes 2 hours to complete. Results from SATAP tests and NSC/Matric symbols are then graded using a conversion scale. Grade 12/NSC results constitute 50% of the graded mark (other 50% forthcoming from SATAP’s). On completion of the SATAP tests the applicants are rated according to their (graded) marks. Those with highest marks will be offered enrolment into the National Diploma programme, at the campus where they have applied. All enrolments are subject to quota limitations. Programme Rules As for Faculty rules (see section 8) Admission Rules & Applications for Recognition of Credits For Admission Rules see the section on Admission Requirements above. In addition the Department will consider courses done at other Tertiary Institutions for exemption, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the University subject to the following criteria. If a student wishes to graduate from WSU but decides to enrol for one or more programme courses at another university, then the student must lodge a written application (through the HOD to Dean of the Faculty) before registration at the other Institution. Students must take note of the institutional rules which state that: Not more than 50 % of the courses in the qualification will be exempted in this way. All exit level courses must be done at WSU.



Only in exceptional circumstances will recognition of one (1) exit level subject from another university be considered but such consideration is subject to a recommendation from the Department and approval thereof by Senate. Any provisional approval by faculty is subject to final approval by Senate [also see WSU’s General Rules & Regulations]. Where the applicant cannot meet the criteria as is stipulated in this section, the applicant will be advised that the qualification cannot be awarded by WSU and that he/she should apply to graduate at the other Institution. Applications from students wishing to enrol for individual courses, which will not lead to the award of a qualification (i.e. enrol for non-degree/diploma purposes) will only be considered after students wishing to study towards full degree/diploma qualifications have been accommodated, as enrolment is subject to space being available. Students coming from other higher education institutions are to be advised at admission, by the Head of Department that admission to the programme remains provisional and that at registration they are required to immediately apply for recognition of any credits which they wish to be considered. Approval of such applications is subject to the application for recognition of credits being approved by Senate. Where a student wishes to apply to graduate the fully completed applications for recognition of credits, if it forms part of the grad application must be received by the HoD before 15th January (for May graduation event) and before 30 April (for September graduation event). Failure to comply with these requirements will result in non-processing of applications and/or automatic de-registration of students. Progression Rules Re-Admission of Existing Students Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under institutional rules G8.1, G8.2. G9.1 & G9.2 the Department of Civil Engineering has set the criteria for re-admission for the ND: Civil Engineering programme as per table in section 10.6.1.7.6.2 below. Exit Rules Completion Rules Over and above the requirements as set out below an application for the award of a qualification will be scrutinised for compliance to the statutory requirements as is set out in NATED documents together with the requirements as is described in WSU’s General Rules & Regulations. The qualification will be awarded after completing 360 SAQA credits (3 NATED credits) with: 120 SAQA credits (1 NATED credits)obtained from the two compulsory in-service training course offerings



240 SAQA credits (2 NATED credits) obtained from the listed instructional offerings with at least 60 SAQA credits (0.5 NATED credits) obtained from level III instructional offerings.

Exclusion Rules Students should take specific note of the WSU’s General Rules & Regulations (specifically rules G7-G11) on re-admission and exclusion of students to undergraduate programmes. The specific rules on exclusion for the ND: Civil Engineering programme is as follows: A student that progresses at a slower rate than that set out below, will be refused further re-admission on the grounds of “poor academic performance” Theory subjects (Levels 1, 2 & 3)

At the end of academic period (semester) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Minimum credits in theory subjects that student must have obtained*

30 60 90 120 150 180 210 240

WIL subjects (P1 & P2)

For each academic period (semester) that student is enrolled

1 2

Minimum credits in WIL subjects that student must have obtained*

60 120

Notes Credits refer to SAQA credits Academic period refers to each semester that the student was enrolled Registration requirements that must be met a) First time entering students must enrol for all the required courses at that level (i.e. at S1/ Level 1A). b) If a student fails courses spanning multiple levels then the student must firstly enrol for the courses at the

lower level. Consideration for enrolment of courses at the higher level will only be considered if the pre-requisite criteria for these courses are met AND if there are no timetable clashes.

c) A student will not be allowed to jump levels or enrol for courses at more than two levels (e.g. a student with S1 courses outstanding cannot enrol for S3 courses but will be required to complete the S1 first).

d) The Head of Department may limit the number of courses that a student may enrol for may when poor academic progress is evident.

Programmes offering The Department of Civil Engineering currently operates from the College Street delivery site in East London, Buffalo City, as well as the Ibika delivery site, on the outskirts of Butterworth. Different sites offer different components of the programme as detailed below.



Programme Component Delivery Sites Portion of Programme Ibika Delivery Site

S1: Main Stream Offered in 1st semester

S2: Main Stream Offered in 2nd semester



Civil Engineering Practice I Industry based: Enrolment in 1st and 2nd semester

Civil Engineering Practice II Industry based: Enrolment in 1st and 2nd semester

Note: The offerings as described above are subject to change and are dependent on viable student enrolment numbers being met (as determined by HOD) and physical and human resources being available.

10.6.1.7.9 Curriculum Structure S1 — 6 Months

Course Code Credit

Drawing I DWNG 1/0 10 (0,083)

Computer Skills I CSKI 1/0 10 (0,083)

Construction Materials I CONS 1/0 10 (0,083)

Surveying I SVNG 1/0 10 (0,083)

Applied Mechanics I APME 1/0 10 (0,083)

Mathematics I MATH 1/0 10 (0,083)

Total credits for this period 60 (0,5)

S2 — 6 Months

Course Code Credit

Construction Methods I CONB 1/0 10 (0,083)

Surveying (Civil) II SVNG 2/0 5 (0,042)

Theory of Structures II TSTR 2/0 10 (0,083)

Mathematics II MATH 2/0 10 (0,083)



Management Civil I MCIV 1/0 10 (0,083)

Communication Skills I COMM 1/0 5 (0,042)

Drawing II DWNG 2/0 10 (0,083)


CEP 2A — 6 Months in industry

Course Code Credit

Civil Engineering Practice I CEEP 1/0 60 (0,5)


CEP 2B — 6 Months in industry

Course Code Credit

Civil Engineering Practice II CEEP 2/0 60 (0,5)


S3 — 6 Months

Course Code Credit

Geotechnical Engineering II GENG 2/0 10 (0,083)

Management Civil II MCIV 2/0 10 (0,083)

Structural Steel & Timber Design III SDEA 3/0 10 (0,083)

Transportation Engineering II TRAN 2/0 10 (0,083)

Water Engineering II Module 1: Hydraulics WENG 2/1 10 (0,083)

Water Engineering II: Module 2: Water & Wastewater Treatment

WENG 2/2 5 (0,042)

Structural Analysis II SANA 2/0 5 (0,042)


S4 — 6 Months

Course Code Credit

Documentation III DOCU 3/0 10 (0,083)

Geotechnical Engineering III GENG 3/0 10 (0,083)

Reinforced Concrete & Masonry Design III SDEB 3/0 10 (0,083)

Transportation Engineering III TRAN 3/0 10 (0,083)

Water Engineering III WENG 3/0 15 (0,125)



Structural Analysis III SANA 3/0 5 (0,042)

Total credits for this period 60 (0,5) Work Integrated Learning To fulfil the requirements of the National Diploma a student must complete at least one year of applicable experiential learning. In the curriculum the experiential learning has been divided into two semester modules namely Civil Engineering Practice I and Civil Engineering Practice II.A manual outlining the requirements for successful completion of this component of the curriculum is obtainable from the Co-operative Education unit. The sequence as set out under curriculum structure section above is the ideal suggested progression. In some cases this sequence may not be possible and then the following should apply: Students must always complete S2 before attempting Civil Engineering Practice I. Students should attempt Civil Engineering Practice II before completing S4. Pre-Requisite Courses Course S2 Courses Pre-Requisite

Construction Methods I Construction Materials I

Surveying (Civil) II Surveying I

Theory of Structures II Applied Mechanics I and Mathematics I

Mathematics II Mathematics I

Management Civil I Communication Skills I Drawing II Drawing I and Computer Skills I

S3 Courses Pre-Requisite

Geotechnical Engineering II Construction Materials I

Management Civil II Management Civil I

Structural Steel & Timber Design III Theory of Structures II

Transportation Engineering II Surveying (Civil) II

Water Engineering II Applied Mechanics I

Structural Analysis II Theory of Structures II




Documentation III Management Civil II

Geotechnical Engineering III Geotechnical Engineering II

Reinforced Concrete & Masonry Design III Theory of Structures II

Transportation Engineering III Transportation Engineering II

Water Engineering III Water Engineering II (both modules)

Structural Analysis III Structural Analysis II

Available electives There are no electives available for this programme Award of Qualification See section on Completion Rules above. Programme Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees. Articulation Vertical Vertical Articulation is possible with: Bachelor of Engineering Technology, NQF Level 7. The Exit Level Outcomes ensure that a graduate of a programme meeting these standards would meet requirements for entry to a number of programmes including: A candidacy programme toward registration as a Professional Engineering Technician. A Studentship programme directed at becoming registered as a Professional Engineering Technician or meeting other industry requirements. Formal specialist study toward the B.Eng Tech. Horizontal Within WSU: Horizontal Articulation is possible with NQF Level 6 qualifications offered by WSU, e.g. Diploma in Management, NQF Level 6, subject to the admission requirements of that qualification. Other Universities: Horizontal Articulation is possible with NQF Level 6 qualifications



offered by other universities, subject to the relevant institution’s admission requirements.

Professional Articulation: After graduation a candidacy programme toward registration as a Professional Engineering Technician can be followed as laid down by Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).

Core Syllabi of Courses Offered APPLIED MECHANICS I


APME 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per semester Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

5 x 45 min 3 X 3 hrs 1 x 45min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Statics 2. Kinematics 3. Kinetics. Practicals: 1. Concurrent force systems 2. Beams 3. Forces in Plane Frameworks 4. Centres of Gravity 5. Friction


CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS I


CONS 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per semester Tutorials per week


5 x 45 min. 3 X 3 hrs 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Building Construction for Civil Engineering Students; Fundamentals of Concrete – set book; Reinforcing Steel in concrete works; Structural Steel Sections and typical steel structures; The Basics of Pipe Materials and Pipe Laying Materials; Practicals (audio-visual support material where applicable): Concrete Slump Test; Manufacture and Crushing (Testing) of Concrete Cubes; Determination of SG, Bulk density and Fineness Modulus.




COMPUTER SKILLS 1


CSKI 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


3 x 45 min All practical 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Basic Concepts of IT. 2. File Management. 3. Word Processing. 4. Spreadsheets. 5. Presentations. 6. Information and Communication. Practicals: Presentation module will be done practically as students will learn a variety of skills such as research, group working, speaking, confidence as well as using the application itself.

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessments based on assignments. Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark is 50%.

DRAWING I


DWNG 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester




Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Drawing equipment 2. Alphabet of lines and use of equipment 3. Geometric constructions 4. Orthographic projection 5. Oblique and Isometric projection 6. Mapwork Practicals: Continuous throughout semester

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessment based on assignments. . Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark is 50%.

SURVEYING I


SVNG 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester





3 x 45 min. 2 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Introduction to Survey Instruments and Equipment; Distance Measurement and the Basics of Setting Out; Levelling; Gradients and Contours; The South African Co-ordinate System; The Basics of Traversing; The Basics of Tacheometry. Field Practicals — the use of Distance Measuring Equipment, Step Taping and Setting Out, Setting up and adjustment of the Automatic Level, Open and Closed line levelling. Setting up and adjustment of the Theodolite, Horizontal and Vertical angle measurement with stadia readings.


MATHEMATICS I


MATH 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


4 x 45 min None 2 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory:1. Determinants 2. Radian measure 3. Logarithms 4. Trigonometry 5. Differentiation and Applications of Differentiation 6. Integration and Applications of Integration 7. Introduction to Statistics


CONSTRUCTION METHODS I


CONB 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester

Lectures per week Site visits per semester

Tutorials per week


5 X 45 min. 3 X 6 hours 1 X 45 min. 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory: √ Environmental Awareness √ Safety √ Construction Methods √ Construction Plant



√ Codes and Building Regulations


COMMUNICATION SKILLS 1


COMM 1/0 (see above) 5 5 (0.042) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs. per week Tutorials per week


2 x 45 min. 2 x 45 min. 0 15 50

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Process of Communication 2. Organisational Communication 3. Interpersonal Communication 4. Non-verbal Communication 5. Intercultural Communication. Practicals: Reading Strategies in Computer Laboratory.


DRAWING II


DWNG 2/0 (see above) 10 (0,083) Semester

Lectures per week

Pracs per semester Tutorials per week



Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Structural Engineering Applications 2. Civil Engineering Applications Practicals: Computer Applications – AutoCAD and Prokon PADDS

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessments based on tests/ assignments. Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark is 50%.

MANAGEMENT (CIVIL) I


MCIV 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester




5 x 45 min None 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Theory of management; Composition of the Civil Engineering Industry; Parties involved in the Construction Process; Types of Contracts; Office and Site Administration; Quality Control and Quality Assurance; Productivity and Work Study; Market Economics; Costing and Cost Control Applications.


SURVEYING: CIVIL II


SVNG 2/0 (see above) 5 5 (0.042) Semester



3 x 45 min 2 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 15 50

Content / Syllabus

Theory:1. Revision joins and polars 2. Revision of Traversing 2.Circular curves 3. Transition curves 4.Vertical curves 5.Areas and Volume Practical: 1.Tacheometry Survey 2.Traverse 3.


MATHEMATICS II


MATH 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


4 x 45 min None 2 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory:1. Matrix Algebra 2. Hyperbolic functions 3. Partial Derivatives and applications 4. Integration techniques and applications 5. Statistics: Probability theory, probability distributions, sample distributions, hypothesis testing




THEORY OF STRUCTURES II


TSTR 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


5 x 45 min 3 x 3hrs 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory:1. Sectional Properties 2. Stress and Strain 3. Analysis of Statically Determinate Pin-Jointed Frames 4. Analysis of Statically Determinate Beams 5. Computer Analysis (where applicable). Practicals: 1. Moment of Inertia 2. Tensile Test (incl. Strain Gauges) 3. Forces in Framework members 4. Shear Forces in a beam 5. Bending Moments in a beam 6. Deflections in a beam

GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING II


GENG 2/0 (see above) 6 10 (0,083) Semester



5 X 45 min 3 x 3 hours 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Geology: (Audio visual material as appropriate): Introduction to Geology; The Earth; Minerals; Volcanism; Igneous Rocks; Physical Geology; Sedimentary Rocks; Structural Geology; Metamorphic Rocks, South African Stratigraphy. Soil Mechanics: (Audio visual material as appropriate): Site Investigation; Properties of Soils; Soil Classification Systems; Coarse Particle Fraction; Fine Particle Fraction; Plasticity of Soils; Compaction Characteristics; California Bearing Ratio. Laboratory Practical Work: Sieve analysis of Coarse Particles; Hydrometer analysis of Fine Particles; Atterberg Limits; Modified AASHTO compaction characteristics; California Bearing Ratio; Field Density Testing—Sand Replacement Method and Nuclear Gauge; Dynamic Cone Penetrometer Testing.




MANAGEMENT: CIVIL II

Course Code Course Name

NQF Level Credits Duration

MCIV 2/0 (see above) 6 10 (0,083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per week


5 x 45 min Nil 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Contract Planning; Planning Techniques; Financial Planning and Control; Record keeping and Control; Labour Legislation, Site Safety and the Occupational Health and Safety Act; Entrepreneurship; Project management Principles. Computer base practicals: Project management: Application using software packages


STRUCTURAL STEEL & TIMBER DESIGN III


SDEA 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0,083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per semester Tutorials per week Number of weeks

Notional hours

5 x 45 min 3 x 3 hours 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Loading-gravity and wind 2. Limit States Design 3. Structural Steel Connection Design 4. Structural Steel Element Design 5. Timber Element Design. Practical: Computer Applications where applicable


TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING II


TRAN 2/0 (see above) 6 10 (0,083) Semester


5 x 45 min Nil 1 x 45 min 15 100



Content / Syllabus

Theory:1. Transportation Planning; 2. Traffic Engineering; 3. Geometric Design; 4. Rail Design


WATER ENGINEERING II: [CONSISTING OF MODULE 1 & 2]

WATER ENGINEERING II: MODULE 1: HYDRAULICS

WENG2/1 Module Name NQF Level Credits Duration

To be confirmed Hydraulics 6 10 (0,083) Semester


5 x 45 min 3 x 3hrs 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Chapters:1. Hydrostatics 2. Hydrodynamics 3. Flow Measurement 4. Pipeflow and Pipeline Systems 5. Pumps and Pumping systems 6. Open Channel Flow. Practicals: 1. Hydrostatic Force on a Plane Vertical Surface 2. Bernoulli’s Theorem (Venturi Meter) 3. Orifice Plate Flow. 4. Pipe Friction 5. Pumps 6. Open Channel Flow


WATER ENGINEERING II: MODULE 2: WATER & WASTEWATER TREATMENT

Module Code Module Name NQF Level Credits Duration

WENG2/2

Water & Wastewater Treatment

6 5 (0.042) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per semester Site visits per semester


3 x 45 min Nil 2 x 4hrs 15 50

Content / Syllabus

Chapters:1. Potable Water Quality: Definitions, Characteristics/Properties and Standards/Objectives 2. Water Treatment Processes (Operation, Management and Simple Design/Sizing) 3. Wastewater Characteristics / Effluent Quality 4. Wastewater Treatment Processes (Operation, Management and Simple Design/Sizing)

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from assessments based on tutorials,



assignments, projects, and tests. Final mark will be obtained from the Year Mark (DP) x 40% + Exam Mark x 60%.

STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS II


SANA 2/0 (see above) 6 5 (0.042) Semester

Lectures per week

Pracs per semester

Tutorials per week

Number of weeks

Notional hours

5 x 45 min 3 x 3hrs 1 x 45 min 15 50

Content / Syllabus

Theory:1. Shear stresses, Axially Loaded Compression Members 2. Combined Stresses 3. Analysis of Statically Determinate Structures. Practical: 1. Euler Column 2. Deflection in Frames


DOCUMENTATION III

Course Code Course Name NQF Level Credits Semester

DOCU 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0,083) 1and 2

Lectures per week Projects per semester

Tutorials per week

Number of weeks

Notional hours

5 x 45 min 1 x 9hrs 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory:1. Quantities 2. Specifications 3. Cost Accounting 4. Computer Applications 5. Contract Conditions

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessments based on tests and assignments. . Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark required is 50%.

GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING III


GENG 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0,083) Semester


5 x 45 min 3 x 3hrs 1 x 45 min 15 100



Content / Syllabus

Theory: Soil Mechanics; Subsurface Water; Shear Strength of soil; Pressure on retaining walls; Stability of Slopes; Bearing Capacity; Consolidation. Practical Work: Soil Consolidation Test; The Triaxial Test; The Shear Box Test; Constant and Falling Head Permeameter Tests; Odoemeter Test; Site Investigation and Computer Applications.


REINFORCED CONCRETE & MASONRY DESIGN III


SDEB 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0,083) Semester

Lectures per week Projects per semester Tutorials per week

Number of weeks

Notional hours

5 x 45 min 1 x 9hrs 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus

Theory:1. Reinforced Concrete 2. Un-reinforced Masonry Practicals: Computer Applications / Design


TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING III


TRAN 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0,083) Semester


5 x 45 min 3 x 3hrs 1 x 45 min 15 100

Content / Syllabus Theory: Earthworks; Pavement Design and Management; Drainage; Pavement Materials. Practical: Ring and Ball Test; Penetration Test; Marshall Mix Design


Entry Assumptions/Pre-requisites: See section under Pre-requisite courses



WATER ENGINEERING III


WENG 3/0 (see above) 6 15 (0.125) Semester


6 x 45 min 3 x 3hrs 2 x 45 min 15 150

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Hydrology: Hydrological cycle; Hydrological Data – measurement, analysis and assessment ; Stormwater Analysis and Design ; Clear Water Storage and Distribution; Sewerage Reticulation. Practical Work: Open Channel Flow; Design and Computer Applications


STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS III


SANA 3/0 (see above) 6 5 (0.042) Semester

Lectures per week Projects per semester


6 x 45 min 1 x 9hrs Nil 15 50

Content / Syllabus

Theory:1. Analysis of Statically Indeterminate Pin-Jointed frame structures 2. Analysis of Statically Indeterminate Beams (Propped Cantilevers/Encastre) 3. Analysis of Statically Indeterminate Beams (Continuous Beams) 4. Analysis of Statically Indeterminate Frames (with and without side sway). Practical: Computer applications where applicable


CIVIL ENGINEERING PRACTICE I


CEEP 1/0 (see above) 5 60 (0.5) Semester

Site visit including interview and or

One on one consultation

Logbook and Technical Report




remote interview sessions

2hrs/student 1hr/student 80hrs/student 24 1200

Content / Syllabus

Engineering Surveying; Materials Investigation and Classification and / or Quality Control Testing; Drawing and Use of Drawings; Design and Use of Designs; Contracts – Documentation and / or Administration; Construction –Participation and / or Supervision; Civil Eng. Project Administration – Social aspects, Technical aspects and / Financial aspects; Engineering Projects – Multi-disciplinary – in relation to local and regional social development

Assessment: Final mark will be obtained based on logbook and project report evaluation. Pass mark required is 50%.

CIVIL ENGINEERING PRACTICE II


CEEP 2/0 (see above) 6 60 (0.5) Semester

Site visit including interview and or remote interview

One on one consultation sessions

Logbook and Technical Report


2hrs/student 1hr/student 80hrs/student 24 1200

Content / Syllabus

Engineering Surveying; Materials Investigation and Classification and / or Quality Control Testing; Drawing and Use of Drawings; Design and Use of Designs; Contracts – Documentation and / or Administration; Construction –Participation and / or Supervision; Civil Eng. Project ; Administration – Social aspects, Technical aspects and / Financial aspects; Engineering Projects – Multi-disciplinary – in relation to local and regional social development

Assessment: Final mark will be obtained based on logbook and project report evaluation. Pass mark: 50%.



NATIONAL DIPLOMA: ENGINEERING: CIVIL [EXTENDED PROGRAMME] Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Career Opportunities For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Purpose of Qualification The purpose for National Diploma: Engineering: Civil Extended Programme is to equip underprepared students, who wish to study towards a National Diploma: Engineering: Civil, qualification. Additional modules are therefore introduced at S1 and S2 levels, hence the extended time period for the completion of this programme. In order to achieve its purpose the programme aims to: Provide students “at risk” with a viable platform to successfully undertake civil engineering studies at tertiary education level. Provide students from disadvantaged educational backgrounds with an adequate level of foundational competence which is based on specific and discipline-related knowledge. Improve the retention and throughput of academically disadvantaged students entering the mainstream programme. Provide a learning environment where the gap in terms of academically disadvantaged student needs and the student support required are bridged. Provide a student who has the potential to succeed with Civil Engineering studies at tertiary level with an opportunity to: gain a contextualised understanding of the field of Civil Engineering; develop the knowledge and skills to engage in basic Civil Engineering practices effectively; become familiar with the application of basic knowledge and skills in the Civil Engineering discipline. Ensure that the required educational quality standards in teaching and learning are maintained while at the

same time achieving the above aims. The rationale for the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil Extended Curriculum Programme is therefore essentially the same as for the three year National Diploma: Engineering: Civil programme but is specifically designed in such a way to benefit students by providing support to students to obtain essential skills for completion of the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Students successfully completing the Extended Curriculum Programme will thus be able to:



Develop a contextualised understanding of the field of Civil Engineering. Develop the knowledge and skills to engage in Civil Engineering practices effectively. Apply knowledge and skills in the Civil Engineering academic environments. Continue with their studies beyond the S2 level towards the obtainment of a National Diploma:

Engineering: Civil. Exit Level Outcomes of the Extended Programme The exit level outcomes for National Diploma: Engineering: Civil Extended Programme are the same as for the three year National Diploma programme [details are as indicated for that programme]. There are however, outcomes which the Extended Programme aims to re-enforce to better equip the students. These additional modules are introduced at S1 and S2 levels, hence the extended time period. The additional outcomes of the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil Extended Programme are: To ensure students understand and are able to master the basic concepts of mathematics, physics and

engineering science and their application which forms part of the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil programme.

To develop students computer skills in order to equip them for further academic studies. To enhance and develop the students’ academic skills with particular emphasis on academic literacy as

applicable to the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil programme. To develop students’ life skills in order that they can use the tools (e.g. study and time management skills)

in their studies. Programme Characteristics Programme Academic Structure For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Academic Programme Structure Courses on the academic programme is offered in terms of the Department of Higher Education Grant approval for offering of Extended Programme, which include foundation provision, which is in addition to the courses required as part of the academic structure as per the Departments of Education NATED 150/151 document for the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Career Orientated Academic Study For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Civil.



Teaching & Learning Methodology In order to allow for foundational material to be integrated into the Diploma courses, the programme is extended by six months in both the first and second semester periods of study. For some courses the foundational provision is in the form of additional material necessary to facilitate the students understanding of the Diploma course material. In other courses the foundational provision is in the form of the extra time available in the extended programme. The extra time enables lecturers to spend longer on the very difficult sections of work, test more frequently to identify problem areas, revise at regular intervals and revisit problem areas as they are identified. This is very beneficial to Extended Programme students. After two years of receiving foundational support the students have had sufficient support to enable them to cope with the main stream Semester 3 and Semester 4 courses without further foundational support. Programme Information Minimum Admission Requirements The minimum admission requirements are the same as for the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil (for details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Civil). Selection criteria for new students The initial selection of new students is based on an applicant’s NSC or Matric results. Students who do not gain direct acceptance, but who meets the minimum admission requirements are provisionally accepted. Students who do not gain direct acceptance are required to complete a set of three Standardised Assessment Tests (SATAPs), which comprise of Mathematics, Physical Science and English Proficiency. Each SATAP test takes 2 hours to complete. Results from SATAP tests and Matric/NSC symbols are then graded using a conversion scale. Grade 12/NSC results constitute 50% of the graded mark (other 50% forthcoming from SATAP’s). On completion of the SATS tests the applicants are rated according to their (graded) marks. Applicants who do not gain direct entry into the (mainstream) National Diploma programme are considered for enrolment into the Extended programme (on sites where the Extended programme is offered). Selection is based on the weighted marks obtained by applicants and is subject to quota limitations. Programme Rules As for Faculty rules (see section 8). Admission Rules & Applications for Recognition of Credits For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Civil.



Progression Rules Re-Admission of Existing Students Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under institutional rules G8.1, G8.2. G9.1 & G9.2 the Department of Civil Engineering has set the criteria for re-admission for the ND: Civil Engineering Extended programme as per table in section 10.6.1.7.6.2 below. Promotion Rule from Extended Programme at end of Year 1 Students who successfully complete all S1 courses after Year 1, and who obtain an aggregate of at least 70% for each of the courses listed below, will be eligible for consideration by the HOD, for promotion to the S2 main stream programme. [Courses: Drawing I, Construction Materials I, Surveying I, Applied Mechanics I, Mathematics I] Exit Rules Completion Rules The Extended Programme forms part of National Diploma: Engineering: Civil qualification, of which the exit / completion details are described under the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Exclusion Rules Students should take specific note of the WSU’s General Rules & Regulations (specifically rules G7-G11) on re-admission and exclusion of students to undergraduate programmes. The specific rules on exclusion for the ND: Civil Engineering Extended programme is as follows: A student that progresses at a slower rate than that set out below, will be refused further re-admission on the grounds of “poor academic performance” While student is enrolled in Extended programme (Level 1A & 1B)

At the end of academic period (semesters) 1 2 3 4 5 6


55 100 120

Once student has progressed to mainstream programme (Level 2 & 3)

At the end of academic period (semester) 1 2 3 4 5 6


150 180 210 240 180 206



WIL subjects (P1 & P2) - once student has progressed to mainstream programme

For each academic period (semester) that student is enrolled 1 2

Minimum credits in WIL subjects that student must have obtained* 60 120 Notes Credits refer to SAQA credits Academic period refers to each semester that the student was enrolled Registration requirements that must be met a) First time entering students must enrol for all the required courses at that level (i.e. at S1/ Level 1A). b) If a student fails courses spanning multiple levels then the student must firstly enrol for the courses at the




Programmes offering The Department of Civil Engineering currently offers the Extended Programme at both the College Street delivery site (Buffalo City) and the Ibika Delivery Site (Butterworth). Curriculum Structure In order to allow for foundational material to be integrated into the Diploma courses, the programme is extended by six months in both the first and second semester periods of study. For some courses the foundational provision is in the form of additional material necessary to facilitate the students understanding of the Diploma course material. In other courses the foundational provision is in the form of the extra time available in the extended programme. The extra time enables lecturers to spend longer on the very difficult sections of work, test more frequently to identify problem areas, revise at regular intervals and revisit problem areas as they are identified. This is very beneficial to Extended Programme students. After two years of receiving foundational support the students have had sufficient support to enable them to cope with the regular Semester 3 and Semester 4 courses without further foundational support. Students on the Extended Programme enrol for the following courses, which all contains foundational provision The National Diploma: Engineering: Civil Extended Programme is structured as follows:

Level — 12 Months Course Code (Ibika/College) Credit

Drawing I EWNG 1/0 10 (0,083)

Computer Skills I ESKI 1/0 10 (0,083)



Construction Materials I ECNS 1/0 10 (0,083)

Surveying I ESVG 1/0 10 (0,083)

Applied Mechanics I EPME 1/0 10 (0,083)

Mathematics I EATH 1/0 10 (0,083)

Communication Skills I ECMM 1/0 5 (0,043)


Level IB — 12 Months Course Code (Ibika/College) Credit

Construction Methods I ECNB 1/0 10 (0,083)

Surveying (Civil) II ESVG 2/0 5 (0,043)

Theory of Structures II ESTR 2/0 10 (0,083)

Mathematics II EATH 2/0 10 (0,083)

Management Civil I EMCI 1/0 10 (0,083)

Drawing II EWNG 2/0 10 (0,083)

Total credits for this period 55 (0,457) Level 2 (P1 & S3) and Level 3 (P2 & S4) of this programme are described under the same section for National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Once a student on this programme progresses to S3 he/she follow the curriculum as is described for the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Work Integrated Learning The Work Integrated Learning component forms part Level 2 & 3 which the student has to comply with in terms of same rules as that of students on the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil qualification(for details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Civil). Pre-Requisite Courses The pre-requisites forms part Level 2 & 3 which the student has to comply with in terms of same rules as that of students on the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil qualification (for details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Civil). Available electives Not applicable under this programme.



Award of Qualification The Extended Programme forms part of National Diploma: Engineering: Civil qualification, of which the exit / completion details are described under the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Programme Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees. Articulation The Extended Programme forms part of National Diploma: Engineering: Civil qualification, of which the articulation details are described under the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Core Syllabi of Courses Offered For details see relevant courses under same section under the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil. Note: Course codes are different (see curriculum above) as well as duration for completion of S1 and S2 courses in National Diploma: Engineering: Civil [Extended Programme], i.e. S1 and S2 are each of one year duration and includes foundational provision.

Foundation component of curriculum Equivalent to mainstream curriculum

APPLIED MECHANICS I


EPME 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


5 x 45 min 3 X 3 hrs 1 x 45min 30 120

Content / Syllabus

Introduction to Forces - Statics and Kinematics. The Equilibrium of Concurrent Forces. The Equilibrium of Non Concurrent Forces. The Analysis of Pin Jointed Frames. Centroid and Centre of Gravity. Friction. Linear Motion. Force, Mass & Acceleration. Work, Energy & Power. Laboratory work) Forces on beams.

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from assessments based on tutorials,



assignments, projects, and tests. Final mark will be obtained from the Year Mark (DP) x 40% + Exam Mark x 60%.

CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS I


ECNS 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester



5 x 45 min. 3 X 3 hrs 1 x 45 min 30 120

Content / Syllabus

Introduction to Engineering materials and terminology Fundamentals of contextualised study skills The Basics of Engineering Geology for Civil Engineering Students Building Construction for Civil Engineering Students Fundamentals of Concrete – set book Case studies on developments/disaster relating to construction &

construction materials Reinforcing Steel in concrete works Structural Steel Sections and typical steel structures The Basics of Pipe Materials and Pipe Laying Materials Laboratory work)

Purpose of lab work, interpretation of lab results and report writing

Slump Test Concrete Cubes Sieve analysis Identification of Aggregates


COMPUTER SKILLS 1


ESKI 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester



Content / Syllabus

Introduction to the desktop computer – keyboard and monitor application.

Fundamentals of the desktop computer – the menu. Basic Concepts of IT File Management.



Word Processing. Spreadsheets. Presentations. Information and Communication. Compilation of technical reports. Fundamentals of Computer Aided Drawing Practical work) Continuous throughout the year. Presentation module Submission of a portfolio of work.

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessments based on assignments. Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark is 50%.

DRAWING I


EWNG 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester




Content / Syllabus

Introduction to Technical drawing. Fundamentals of writing, lettering & freehand sketching. Introduction to Engineering drawing, drawing equipment, line work

& lettering. Geometric constructions – freehand work. Geometric constructions – use of drawing equipment. Orthographic projections. Oblique and Isometric projections. Isometric projections. Fundamentals of Engineering Maps, Map work and practical

application. Drawing Office work) Continuous throughout the year. Submission of a portfolio of work.

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessment based on assignments. . Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark is 50%.

SURVEYING I


ESVG 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per week Tutorials per Number of weeks Notional hours



week

3 x 45 min. 2 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 30 120

Content / Syllabus

Introduction to Engineering survey, terminology and equipment The Basics of Engineering Survey, Survey Tools & Equipment and

the Basic principles of Setting Out for Engineering works. Survey Scales, Survey Plans and practical applications. The Survey Level Instrument, Levelling procedures and

calculations. The Survey Theodolite, Setting Up over a survey station, and basic

practical applications. Levelling Introduction to the South African Co-ordinate System Coordinate calculations, Joins & Polars The Basics of Traversing Tacheometry Introduction to Contours, Contour interpretation and use in practical

applications. Laboratory work)

o Two peg test o Field based taping project. o Field based levelling project o Field based taped tachey survey project

Combined practical incorporation all of the above applications.


MATHEMATICS I


EATH 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


4 x 45 min None 2 x 45 min 30 120

Content / Syllabus

Determinants & Cramer’s Rule Evaluation of a 2x2 matrix Evaluation of a 3x3 matrix Solving systems of linear equations by Cramer’s rule Significant Figures Measurements and SI units Changing the subject of an equation Revision of logs and exponents Angular and linear velocities Logs and Natural logs

Logarithms and exponents Logarithmic rules Logarithmic and exponential equations



Revision of trigonometry Trigonometry

Use a calculator to evaluate trigonometric expressions Solve trigonometric equations on the interval [-π;π] or [ 0; 2π] Misconceptions in algebra and trigonometry; Calculator usage & general operational rules Statistics

Introduction and terminology Graphical representation of data Organise data into frequency distribution. Plot graphs Statistics (continued)

Numerical methods of data Calculate measures of central tendency Statistics (continued) Numerical methods of data Calculate measures of spread and dispersion Regression and Correlation Differential Calculus General rules, power rule, sum and difference rule, Chain Rule, Product rule and Quotient rule. Transcendental functions Higher Order Derivatives Logarithmic differentiation Implicit differentiation Revision of Graphs Applications of Differentiation:

Derivative as a rate Curve sketching Optimization Integral Calculus The general power rule. Other integration formulas. The definite integral. Integral Calculus

Applications of Integration


CONSTRUCTION METHODS I


ECNB 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester

Lectures per week Site visits per semester

Tutorials per week


5 X 45 min. 3 X 6 hours 1 X 45 min. 30 120

Content / Syllabus

√ Environmental Awareness √ Safety √ Construction Methods



√ Construction Plant √ Codes and Building Regulations Plant and Equipment identification & utilization. Local Site visit 1 Local Site visit 2


COMMUNICATION SKILLS 1


ECMM 1/0 (see above) 5 5 (0.042) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs. per week Tutorials per week


2 x 45 min. 2 x 45 min. 0 30 120

Content / Syllabus

Academic literacy. Computer literacy. Process of Communication Organisational Communication Interpersonal Communication Non-verbal Communication Intercultural Communication. Reading Strategies in the Computer Laboratory Technical report writing in the Computer Laboratory Multimedia communication. Practical work) Continuous throughout the year. Presentation module Submission of a portfolio of work.


DRAWING II


EWNG 2/0 (see above) 10 (0,083) Semester

Lectures per week






Content / Syllabus

Introduction to computer aided drawing. Fundamentals of the CAD menu. Fundamentals of the CAD windows, transferring, printing & saving

drawings Geometric constructions – basic applications. Orthographic projections on CAD. Oblique and Isometric projections on CAD Structural Engineering Applications Civil Engineering Applications

Drawing Office work) Continuous throughout the year. Submission of a portfolio of work.

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessments based on tests/ assignments. Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark is 50%.

MANAGEMENT (CIVIL) I


EMCI 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


5 x 45 min None 1 x 45 min 30 120

Content / Syllabus

Review of The Basics of Engineering Geology Review of The Basics of Concrete Technology. Theory of management Composition of the Civil Engineering Industry Parties involved in the Construction Process Types of Contracts Office and Site Administration Quality Control and Quality Assurance Productivity and Work Study Market Economics Costing and Cost Control Applications Case studies on practical applications – WiSeUp (Blackboard)

assignment using Site documents Field work Local Site visit 1 Local Site visit 2 Local Site visit 2




SURVEYING: CIVIL II


ESVG 2/0 (see above) 5 5 (0.042) Semester



3 x 45 min 2 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 30 120

Content / Syllabus

Revision of SA Coordinate system. Revision of Traversing Circular Curves – calculations and setting out procedure. Transitional Curves – calculations and setting out procedure. Vertical Curves – symmetrical and unsymmetrical curves and setting

out procedure. Determinations of irregular areas and volumes. Field work)

Purpose of field work, degree of accuracy, interpretation of results and reporting

Field based levelling project. Field based tachey survey project

Combined practical incorporation all of the above applications.


MATHEMATICS II


EATH 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


4 x 45 min None 2 x 45 min 30 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory:1. Matrix Algebra 2. Hyperbolic functions 3. Partial Derivatives and applications 4. Integration techniques and applications 5. Statistics: Probability theory, probability distributions, sample distributions, hypothesis testing




THEORY OF STRUCTURES II


ESTR 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0,083) Semester


5 x 45 min 3 x 3hrs 1 x 45 min 30 120

Content / Syllabus

Review of moments. Review of centroids & centre of Gravity Sectional Properties Stress and Strain Analysis of Statically Determinate Pin-Jointed Trusses Analysis of Statically Determinate Beams Bending stresses of statically determinate beams Deflections using McCauley’s bracket or double integration Computer Analysis (where applicable) Laboratory work) Deflections, Moment of Inertia



DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING CONTACT DETAILS Ms T Mpongwana: Academic Secretary Tel: 047 401 6208; Fax: 047 401 6336 E-mail: [email protected] Introduction & welcome by the head of department This Prospectus aims to provide students within the department with an understanding of the structure of the programmes offered. It is our hope that it will guide the student in making informed decisions on course and programme selection. We trust that it will assist students with the successful completion of their academic studies and that it will lead to our ultimate goals for all of our students to be entrepreneurs and to graduate with a qualification of value that meets the career needs of our community and satisfies the requirements of industry and commerce. While academic work should be the cornerstone of your focus at university there is however more to student life than only academic work. Students are therefore encouraged to combine their academic work with other facets of student life through participation in the various student societies. We trust that you will find your studies within the Faculty of Engineering and Technology stimulating and rewarding in a journey of lifelong learning. Information about Department The Department of Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering strives towards improving its leadership role in the higher education sector, with specific reference to the application of technology in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of engineering aspects that relate to the electrical engineering industry. It promotes excellence in appropriate research and application of technology, and offers career orientated diploma and degree programmes, in consonant with the requirements of the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), Council for Higher Education (CHE) and the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC). Its programmes are designed to be relevant to the socio-economic needs of the region, the continent and the sub-continent in which it is located. The following is a summary of programmes that are offered by the Department of Electrical Engineering.

Department Programmes offered Duration Delivery Sites

Electrical, Electronic Engineering

ND: Engineering: Electrical, Extended Programme

4yrs Ibika

ND: Engineering: Electrical 3yrs Ibika



Accreditation Status As a statutory body, constituted in terms of the Engineering Profession of South Africa Act, 46 of 2000, ECSA has the power of setting and auditing of academic standards for purposes of registration through a process of accreditation of engineering programmes at universities. Following an ECSA visit in August 2011 ECSA has made the following resolutions regarding the accreditation status of programmes offered by the Department of Electrical Engineering. National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical accredited until end of 2014, which is the end of the current accreditation cycle. Bachelor Technology: Engineering: Electrical – accreditation application submitted to ECSA but is subject to an accreditation review when the first intake of students has proceeded past halfway mark at which time provisional accreditation can be awarded. A full review of the programme will be done by ECSA once the first cohort of students has graduated. Mission of the Department The Department strives to be a creative and innovative component of WSU capable of producing technologically qualified graduates that are responsive to the social and economical needs of the country. Engage in community related research as a support to the public and private sector of the country. Recruit and utilise the services of technologically qualified academic staff in order to alleviate the country’s critical scarce skills. Produce a new generation of highly qualified and entrepreneurial oriented graduates capable of improving production and lives of industry, commerce and society in the country. Goals of the Department Working closely with the community and with the essential support of the government, public and private sectors, it seeks to produce graduates capable of dynamic participation in the economic and environmental development of the region and beyond. Through a commitment to service excellence, staff development and the maximum use of human and physical resources, the department strives to unite students, staff and employers in the common goal of improving the quality of life for all. Student Societies in Department The Society of Electrical Engineering Students (SEES) is a student initiative and is managed by the students for the educational well-being of the students. The Electrical Engineering Society strives to:



Integrate all Electrical Engineering student activities. Develop close relations with appropriate professional Organisations. Recognise the achievements of members through team projects. Build a database of fellow Electrical Engineering students. Encourage career development and support from industry. Be a voice for all Electrical Engineering students. Be non political and non-discriminatory in the conduct of Society affairs. Aims and Objectives of the Electrical Engineering Society To integrate all Engineering students and promote a spirit of unity in the Electrical Engineering Department

of Walter Sisulu University. To develop its members not only academically but also with other aspects relating to career and

entrepreneurship development. To take up needs and demands of Electrical Engineering students of Walter Sisulu University with

acknowledgement of the SRC. To strive for the development and growth of the Electrical Engineering Department of Walter Sisulu

University. Departmental Rules General Students should note that on registration to study at Walter Sisulu University, they automatically become members of the University and agree to abide by the rules and regulations of Walter Sisulu University as amended from time to time and for which further details are available in the official prospectus. Offering of programmes and/or courses not guaranteed Students should note that the offering of programmes and/or courses as is described in this Prospectus are not guaranteed but may be subject to change. The offering of programmes and/or courses is dependent on viable student enrolment numbers being met (as determined by HOD) and physical and human resources being available. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) RPL may be used to demonstrate competence for admission to this programme. It essentially addresses mobility and recognition of units of learning completed at ex Technical Colleges, University and other accredited Institutions of learning as well as Experiential Learning undertaken in industry. Refer to individual programme rules for details. The departments in the Faculty of Engineering and Technology have also drawn up specific guidelines that govern the articulation and outline the RPL requirements that must be met. Class attendance Attendance of all classes, including practicals, laboratory work, tutorials and site visits are compulsory.



All classes, including tutorials and site visits are compulsory. Students should at all times be punctual in attending classes. The lecturer will keep a register of students’ class attendance that is used as part of the assessment of student performance. Semester tests, practicals/lab work, site visits and assignments Students who are absent from semester tests, practicals/lab work site visits, or who fail to submit assignments or projects before or on the due date, will receive a zero mark for that assessment unit, unless the lecturer is provided with a written certificate (within 7 days after the test) from a medical doctor/dentist to confirm that he/she was ill. No more than one semester major assessment (e.g. test) may be missed. Any other of the university’s rules/regulations in this regard will also be applicable. Course Evaluation Students will be required to complete Evaluation forms on Course Offering and Instructor at the end of the course. Code of Conduct The main focus is for students to study and learn: the lecturer and students will take joint responsibility in ensuring that classes are conducted in an

environment conducive to learning; to promote such a learning environment the students and lecturers undertake to be respectful of each

other; commit themselves to perform their work in a diligent and responsible manner; understand that students are encouraged to ask questions; undertake to be punctual in attendance of all classes; undertake to keep venues clean and tidy and agree not to eat or litter inside the classroom and



PROGRAMMES IN THE DEPARTMENT NATIONAL DIPLOMA: ENGINEERING: ELECTRICAL Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students It is part of the department of electrical engineering’s mission to instil entrepreneurial skills in our graduates to support their academic talents. Therefore compulsory ongoing entrepreneurial exposure will be presented via successful local business people and other entrepreneurial experts. Business principles will permeate throughout the programme on an informal basis. The department of electrical engineering also encourages students and staff to become members of the various professional and institutional bodies. While studying towards the diploma qualification, students are encouraged to join various institutions and professional bodies. More information is available from the head of the department. Students are encouraged to visit the ECSA and SAIEE websites for more information. The process of professional development of a professional engineering technician starts with the attainment of a qualification that meets this standard. After graduation a programme of training and experience is completed to attain the competencies for professional registration. Career Opportunities In general, diplomats can work in the following branches of Electrical engineering: Planning and design, Construction, Project Management and Maintenance of facilities and infrastructure. Specialisation fields in Electrical engineering include positions in: Generation, transmission, distribution and the utilisation of electrical energy Automotive electronics Cellular communication networks Control, manufacturing and automation Science, Engineering Technological teaching and learning environment Information and Communication Technology. Who will employ a diplomat? Consulting firms in private practice; government and provincial departments (e.g. Department of and Public Works); local authorities (e.g. Buffalo City Municipality); Parastatal and Utilities (e.g. Iscor, Sasol, Eskom); Research organisations (e.g. CSIR); Tertiary education institutions (e.g. universities). Purpose of Qualification The purpose of the National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical is to train technicians who will meet the criteria for registration as a professional technician by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), and who will display competence as part of the engineering team in the execution of technical tasks under remote supervision by using and applying their knowledge in independent judgement in the identification and solution of complex



Electrical Engineering problems. This qualification is intended for technician level employment in industry within the range of planning, design, construction and maintenance of Electrical Engineering operations. Diplomats achieving this qualification should, after initial supervision, be able to apply engineering principles, techniques and instruments to systematically diagnose and solve well-defined Electrical Engineering problems, perform procedural design functions of limited context, be able to use appropriate terminology, style and structure to communicate effectively with superiors and subordinates, apply management concepts to projects and operations and exhibit an awareness of ethics, professionalism, safety and consideration of the social and natural environment. Exit Level Outcomes of the Programme The programme’s exit level outcomes are aimed at providing graduates with the following attributes, skills, and competencies: Ability to apply Electrical Engineering principles to systematically diagnose and solve well-defined Electrical

Engineering problems. Demonstrate the application of knowledge and the requisite skills in an Electrical Engineering environment. Perform procedural design of well-defined elements/components to meet desired needs within applicable



within the Electrical Engineering environment, within the range: Maintenance, Operation, Development, Safety, Quality Assurance, and Environmental.


standards, codes of practice and legislation. Follow developments in Electrical Engineering and critique the status of current knowledge. Apply the knowledge gained to new, well-defined, situations, both concrete and abstract, in the


synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to the audience. Use basic methods of enquiry in an Electrical Engineering environment to contribute to a project. Demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial, and career opportunities,


environmental factors. Work independently, as a member of a team and as a supervisor. Relate Electrical Engineering activities to environmental, safety, cultural and economic sustainability. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes This qualification promotes, in particular, the following Critical Cross-Field Outcomes:



In the problem solving process, the learner is expected to be both creative and critical. Working effectively with others as a member of a group, Organisation and community, e.g. demonstrate

effectiveness in: o individual work and the ability to function in a team situation. o communication, including receiving advice from supervisors. o Self management by organising and managing oneself and one’s activities responsibly and effectively; o Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information. o Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and / or language skills in the modes of oral and

/or written persuasion when presenting design and investigations. o Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment

and health of others. o Demonstrating and understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that

problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation by taking technical, social, economic, environmental factors into account

o Undertake to take care for the documentation and equipment issued and for the equipment that are used in practicals or in the classroom.

Programme Characteristics Basis For Programme Academic Structure The programme is offered in terms of the: Formal Technikon Instructional Programmes in the RSA - NATED Report 151 (99/01) of Education NATED

150/151 document. South African Qualifications Authority Registered Qualification: National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical -

SAQA 0480/09 - ID 80160 Career Orientated Academic Study The programme is career orientated because academic study is combined with related projects and in-service training in industry. The Electrical Engineering courses are developed co-operatively using inputs from both academic and industrial sources on a continuous basis. Site Visits & Practical Work One of the objectives of the programme is to make the theory covered under the coursework more meaningful, and therefore improve the skills of students through on-site “hands-on” work exposure. To achieve this, practical demonstrations and site visits are arranged during the course. This exercise has proved popular and beneficial to students as it enables the students who participate to broaden their understanding of the various engineering fields; it also provides students with a real “feel” of engineering.



Teaching & Learning Methodology Learning activities are structured in a way that focuses the students learning experiences and creates opportunity for development via feedback. Students must be prepared to work independently using their own initiative in order to develop the ability to reason methodically and think creatively. Programme Information Minimum Admission Requirements National Senior Certificate Accumulated Point Score



Other

30 NSC achievement rating of at least 3 (40-49%) for English at a Home Language or First Additional Language level NSC Achievement rating of at least 4(50-59%) for Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) NSC achievement rating of at least 4(50-59%) for Physical Sciences.

Engineering graphics and designElectrical Technology


Grade 12/ Matric Senior Certificate Requirement: An E-symbol for English (2nd language) on the Higher Grade. In addition, an E-symbol on the Higher Grade or a D-symbol on the Standard Grade for Mathematics and Physical Science. If the symbol attained for only one of either Mathematics or Physical Science is one symbol below the requirement, the students may be referred to the National Diploma: Engineering (Extended Programme) (see minimum admissions requirements for extended programme). FET Colleges National Certificate Requirement: An N3 certificate with C-symbols for at least four courses including Mathematics and Engineering Science or a D-symbol at N4 level as well as the language requirements as specified for the Senior Certificate. National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4:



Requirements as defined in Government Gazette 32743 dated 26th November 2009 with specific requirements as set out below: Must meet NC(V) level 4 statutory requirements Must obtain 50% in the three fundamental subjects which in the case of this programme are required to be: English, as it is the university’s language of learning and teaching (LOTL); Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) Life Orientation 50% in Physical Science 60% for three of the following compulsory vocational modules (in any combination): Electrical Principles and Practice Electrical Workmanship Electronic Control and Digital Electronics Electrical Systems and Construction Electro-technology All NC(V) 4 applicants are required to participate and perform satisfactorily in the Placement Tests (SATAPS/NBT’s) as is conducted by the department. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) RPL may be used to demonstrate competence for admission to this programme. This qualification may be achieved in part through recognition of prior learning processes. Credits achieved by RPL must not exceed 50% of the total credits and must not include credits at the exit level. The provision that the qualification may be obtained through the recognition of prior learning, facilitates access to an education, training and career path in engineering and thus accelerates the redress of past unfair discrimination in education, training and employment opportunities. Evidence of prior learning must be assessed through formal RPL processes through recognised methods. Any other evidence of prior learning should be assessed through formal RPL processes to recognise achievement thereof. Learners submitting themselves for RPL should be thoroughly briefed prior to the assessment and will be required to submit a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) in the prescribed format to be assessed for formal recognition. While this is primarily a workplace-based qualification, evidence from other areas of learning may be introduced if pertinent to any of the Exit Level Outcomes (ELOs). The structure of this non-unit standard based qualification makes RPL possible, if the learner is able to demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes implicit in this first stage engineering qualification. Learners who already work in the engineering industry who believe they possess competencies to enable them to meet some or all of the ELOs listed in the qualification will be able to present themselves for assessment against those of their choice.



International Students

Applications from international students are considered in terms of: HESA/Institutional guideline document, “Exemption Requirements: Foreign School Qualifications” institutional equivalence reference document (where required) submission of international qualification to SAQA for benchmarking in terms of HEQF Mature Age Endorsement

Refer to requirements as per WSU’s General Rules & Regulations

Selection criteria for new students The initial selection of new students is based on an applicant’s NSC or Matric results. Where an applicant has symbols one level above the minimum admission requirement for Maths and Science such an applicant will be offered direct enrolment. Students offered direct enrolment will however be required to participate in Standardised Assessment Tests (SATAPs), but in such cases the results will only be used for diagnostic evaluation. Students who do not gain direct enrolment, but who meets the basic requirements are provisionally accepted. Such students are required to complete a set of three SATAP tests, which comprise of Mathematics, Physical Science and English Proficiency. Each SATAP test takes 2 hours to complete. Results from SATAP tests and NSC/Matric symbols are then graded using a conversion scale. Grade 12/NSC results constitute 50% of the graded mark (other 50% forthcoming from SATAP’s). On completion of the SATS tests the applicants are rated according to their (graded) marks. Those with highest marks will be offered direct enrolment into the National Diploma programme, at the campus where they have applied. All enrolments are subject to quota limitations. Programme Rules As for Faculty rules (see section 8) Admission Rules & Applications for Recognition of Credits For Admission Rules see the section on Admission Requirements above. In addition the Department will consider courses done at other Tertiary Institutions for exemption, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the University subject to the following criteria.



If a student wishes to graduate from WSU but decides to enrol for one or more programme courses at another university, then the student must lodge a written application (through the HOD to Dean of the Faculty) before registration at the other Institution. Students must take note of the institutional rules which state that: Not more than 50 % of the courses in the qualification will be exempted in this way. All exit level courses must be done at WSU. Only in exceptional circumstances will recognition of one (1) exit level subject from another university be considered but such consideration is subject to a recommendation from the Department and approval thereof by Senate. Any provisional approval by faculty is subject to final approval by Senate [also see WSU’s General Rules & Regulations]. Where the applicant cannot meet the criteria as is stipulated in this section, the applicant will be advised that the qualification cannot be awarded by WSU and that he/she should apply to graduate at the other Institution. Applications from students wishing to enrol for individual courses, which will not lead to the award of a qualification (i.e. enrol for non degree/diploma purposes) will only be considered after students wishing to study towards full degree/diploma qualifications have been accommodated, as enrolment is subject to space being available. Students coming from other higher education institutions are to be advised at admission, by the Head of Department that admission to the programme remains provisional and that at registration they are required to immediately apply for recognition of any credits which they wish to be considered. Approval of such applications is subject to the application for recognition of credits being approved by Senate. Where a student wishes to apply to graduate the fully completed applications for recognition of credits, if it forms part of the grad application must be received by the HoD before 15th January (for May graduation event) and before 30 April (for September graduation event). Failure to comply with these requirements will result in non processing of applications and/or automatic de-registration of students. Progression Rules Re-Admission of Existing Students Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under institutional rules G8.1, G8.2. G9.1 & G9.2 the Department of Civil Engineering has set the criteria for re-admission for the ND: Electrical Engineering programme as per table in section 11.6.1.7.6.2 below. Registration requirements that must be a) First time entering students must enrol for all the required courses at that level (i.e. at S1/ Level 1A).



b) If a student fails courses spanning multiple levels then the student must firstly enrol for the courses at the lower level. Consideration for enrolment of courses at the higher level will only be considered if the pre-requisite criteria for these courses are met AND if there are no timetable clashes.



Exit Rules Completion Rules Over and above the requirements as set out below an application for the award of a qualification will be scrutinized for compliance to the statutory requirements as is set out in NATED documents together with the requirements as is described in WSU’s General Rules & Regulations. The qualification will be awarded after completing 360 SAQA credits (3 NATED credits) with: 120 SAQA credits (1 NATED credits) credit obtained from the two compulsory in-service training course

offerings 240 SAQA credits (2 NATED credits) credits obtained from the listed instructional offerings with at least 72

SAQA credits (0,6 NATED credits) obtained from level III instructional offerings. Exclusion Rules Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under institutional rules G8.1, 8.2. 9.1 &9.2 the Department of Electrical Engineering has set the following criteria for re-admission. The specific rules on exclusion for the ND: Civil Engineering programme is as follows: A student that progresses at a slower rate than that set out below, will be refused further re-admission on the grounds of “poor academic performance” Theory subjects (Levels 1, 2 & 3)

At the end of academic period (semester) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8


36 60 96 120 156 180 216 240

WIL subjects (P1 & P2)

For each academic period (semester) that student is enrolled

1 2


60 120







9.1.7.7 Programmes offering The Department of Electrical Engineering currently operates from the College Street Delivery Site in East London, Buffalo City, as well as the Ibika Delivery Site at Butterworth. Different sites offer different components of the programme as detailed below:

Portion of Programme Ibika Delivery Site

S1: Main Stream Offered in 1st


S3: Main Stream Offered in 1st


Electrical Engineering Practice I

Industry based: Enrolment in 1st and 2nd semester

Electrical Engineering Practice II

Industry based: Enrolment in 1st and 2nd semester

Curriculum Structure Power Systems Engineering

S1 — 6 Months Course Code Credit Pre- Requisite

Communication Skills I COMM 1/0

0,05

Computer Skills I CSKI 1/0 0,05



Digital Systems I DSYS 1/0 0,1

Electronics I ETRO 1/0 0,1

Electrical Engineering I EENE 1/0 0,1 Mathematics I MATH 1/0 0,1

S2 — 6 Months Course Code Credit Pre- Requisite

Digital Systems II DSYS 2/0 0,1 Digital Systems I

Electronics II ETR0 2/0 0,1 Electronics I, Electrical Engineering I

Electrical Engineering II EENE 2/0 0,1 Electrical Engineering I, Mathematics I Mathematics II MATH 2/0 0,1 Mathematics I

Projects I PROJ 1/0 0,1 Electronics I, Electrical Engineering I

Programming I EPRG 1/0 0,1 Computer Skills I (where applicable)

Course Code Credit Pre- Requisite


EEPR 1/0 0,5 S2 should be completed to attempt P1


Digital Systems III DSYS 3/0 0,1 Digital Systems II, Programming I

Electrical Engineering III EENE 3/0 0,1 Electrical Engineering II

Electrical Machines II EMAC 2/0 0,1 Electrical Engineering II

Industrial Electronics II INDE 2/0 0,1 Electrical Engineering II, Electronics II Mathematics III MATH 3/0 0,1 Mathematics II


Control Systems II COSB 2/0 0,1 Concurrently doing Mathematics III

Design Project III DPRO 3/0 0,1 At least 1,5 credits

Electrical Distribution III EDST 3/0 0,1 Electrical Engineering II, Electrical Engineering III Electrical Machines III EMAC 3/0 0,1 Electrical Engineering II, Electrical Machines II Electrical Protection III EPRO 3/0 0,1 Electrical Engineering III or Electrical II and Machines II Course Code Credit Pre- Requisite

Electrical Engineering Practice II

EEPR 2/0 0,5 S4 must have been successfully completed or partially completed



Communication Systems Engineering S1 — 6 Months [as for Power Systems Engineering]

S2 — 6 Months [as for Power Systems Engineering]

P1 — 6 Months in Industry Course Code Credit Pre- Requisite


EEPR113/4 0,5 S2 must have been successfully completed


Digital Systems III DSYS 3

0,1 Digital Systems II, Programming I

Electronic Communication II ECOM 2 0,1 Electronics II, Electrical Engineering II, Mathematics II

Electronics III ETRO 3/0 0,1 Electronics II

Mathematics III MATH 3/0 0,1 Mathematics II

Network Systems II NSYS 2/0 0,1 Digital Systems II, Electronics II


Digital Communication II DIGC 2/0 0,1 Network Systems II or Electronic Comms II and Maths III


Microwave Communications III

MCC3113/4 0,1 Electronic Communications II, Electronics III

Radio Engineering III RANG 3/0 0,1 Electronic Communications II, Electronics III (Co-requisite)


Electronic Engineering Practice II

EETR 2/0 0,5 S4 must have been successfully completed or partially completed.



Computer Network Systems Engineering S1 — 6 Months [as for Power Systems Engineering]

S2 — 6 Months [as for Power Systems Engineering]

P1 — 6 Months in Industry Course Code Credit Pre- Requisite


EEPR 1/0 0,5 S2 must have been successfully completed.


Digital Systems III DSYS 3/0

0,1 Digital Systems II, Programming I

Electronics III ETRA 3/0 0,1 Electronics II

Mathematics III MATH 3/0 0,1 Mathematics II

Network Systems II NSYS 2/0 0,1 Digital Systems II, Electronics II

Programming II EPRG 2/0 0,1 Programming I


Control Systems II COSB 2/0 0,1 Mathematics III

Digital Communication II DIGC 2/0

0,1 Network Systems II or Electronic Comms II and Maths III


Network Systems III Not offered 0,1 Network Systems II

Programming III EPRG 3/0 0,1 Programming II

Television III Not offered 0,1 Electronics III, Electronic Comms II, Electronics III (Co-requisite)


Electronic Engineering Practice II

EETR 2/0 0,5 S4 must have been successfully completed or partially completed.

Work Integrated Learning



To fulfil the requirements of the National Diploma a student must complete at least one year of applicable experiential learning. In the curriculum the experiential learning has been divided into two semester modules namely Electrical Engineering Practice 1 and Electrical/Electronics Engineering Practice 2. A manual outlining the requirements for successful completion of this component of the curriculum is obtainable from the Co-operative Education department. The set out curricula for each of the disciplines, previously listed, is the ideal suggested progression. In some cases this may not be possible and then the following should apply:

Courses Pre-Requisite

Electrical Engineering Practice I S2 must have been successfully completed. Electrical / Electronic Engineering Practice II S4 must have been successfully completed or

partially completed. Available electives See above. Award of Qualification See section on Completion Rules above. Programme Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees. Articulation

Vertical Vertical Articulation is possible with: Bachelor of Engineering Technology, NQF Level 7. The Exit Level Outcomes ensure that a graduate of a programme meeting these standards would meet requirements for entry to a number of programmes including: A candidacy programme toward registration as a Professional Engineering Technician. A Studentship programme directed at becoming registered as a Professional Engineering Technician or meeting other industry requirements. Formal specialist study toward the B.Eng Tech. Horizontal Within WSU: Horizontal Articulation is possible with NQF Level 6 qualifications offered by WSU, e.g. Diploma in Management, NQF Level 6, subject to the admission requirements of that qualification. Other Universities: Horizontal Articulation is possible with NQF Level 6 qualifications



offered by other universities, subject to the relevant institution’s admission requirements.

Professional Articulation: After graduation a candidacy programme toward registration as a Professional Engineering Technician can be followed as laid down by Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). Core Syllabi of Courses Offered

COMMUNICATION SKILLS I


COMM1/0 (see above) 5 (6)0,05 Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per Week Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

4 x 45 min None None 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Communication Theory; Oral Presentation; Technical Writing Skills; Group Communication Skills (Additional Life Skills and Academic Literacy modules are included for the Extended programme)


COMPUTER SKILLS I


CSKI 1/0 (see above) 5 (6)0,05 Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per Week Tutorials per week


2 x 45 min 2 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Micro-Computer Hardware; Software; Computer Utilisation (Additional Computer Engineering applications modules are included for the Extended programme)




CONTROL SYSTEMS II


COSB 2/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per Week Tutorials per semester Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Introduction to Control Systems, Block diagram modelling, Application of Laplace Transforms, Modelling of physical systems, Transient response, Stability of Control Systems, Practical Closed-Loop Controllers.


DESIGN PROJECT III


DPRO 3/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester

Lectures/consultations per week

Pracs per Week Tutorials per semester


4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min None 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Introduction to Project Management; Design and Construction of Selected Project including Technical and Application Research, Detailed Planning Proposals, Scheduling, Costing and Design Proposals and Documentation; Construction and Testing of Projects including Verbal and Power Point Presentation of Project


DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS II


DGIC 2/0 (see above) 6 12 (0,1) Semester


Notional hours

4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120



Content/ Syllabus

Introduction; Information Sources and Encoding; Signals and Systems theory; Networks; Switching Principles and Equipment; Communication Channels and Systems; Performance Analysis; Telecommunication Services (GSM); Digital Multiplexing (FDM, TDM, WDM, CDM, QM) and Multiple Access (FDMA, TDMA, WDMA, CDMA, SDMA): Standards and Recommendations; Wide Area Networks (ISDN, SONET, SDH, ATM)


DIGITAL SYSTEMS I


DSYS 1/0 (see above) 5 (12)0,1 Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per Week Tutorials per semester


4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 12 120

Content/ Syllabus

Introduction to Digital Logic; Data Sheets; Boolean Algebra; Number Systems and Codes; Combination Logic; Introduction to Programmable logic; Functions of Combinational Logic; Error Detection.

Assessment: Semester mark (DP) will be obtained from assessments based on tutorials, assignments, projects, practical work & tests. An average will be obtained from the year mark (DP) X 40% + Exam mark x 60%

DIGITAL SYSTEMS II





4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Flip-flops and other Multi-vibrators; Counters; Shift Registers; Memories; Interfacing and Data Transmission; Introduction to Microprocessors; Integrated Circuit Technologies; Data Sheets; Displays; Introduction to PLDs




DIGITAL SYSTEMS III





4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Interrupts; Programmable Timers; Micro Controllers; PIC Micro Controller

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessments based on assignments, projects, and tests. Final mark will be obtained from the Year Mark (DP) x 40% + Exam Mark x 60%.

ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION III


EDST 3/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Principles of Transmission and Distribution; Conductors; LV and HV Cables; Insulating Materials; Insulators; Bushings; Line Supports; Overhead Lines; Bus bars.


ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING I


EENE 1/0 (see above) 5 (12)0,1 Semester


Notional hours

4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Introduction to Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Quantities and the Applications thereof; Batteries; DC Theory and Network Analysis; Electromagnetism; Magnetic Circuits; Inductance; Capacitance; Basic AC Theory; Measurements




ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING II





4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

AC Networks; Resonance: Series and Parallel Circuits; Power Factor Correction (Single Phase); DC and AC Circuit Theorems; Harmonics; Three Phase Circuits (Balanced); Transformers (Additional Life skills, Academic Literacy and Computer application modules are included in the Extended programme syllabus)


ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING III




Notional hours

4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Advanced Three Phase Circuits; Rectification and Inversion; Illumination; Interconnectors; Components


ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PRACTICE I


EEPR 1/0 (see above) 5 (60)0,5 Semester

Lectures per week Work Integrated Tutorials per Number of weeks Notional hours



Training per semester

semester

None 1 None 15 600

Content/ Syllabus

Orientation; Safety and First Aid; Basic Hand Skills; Measuring Instruments; Electrical and Electronic Components; Circuit Diagrams; Power Sources; Programmable Devices; General Administration; Report Writing; Any other task approved by the University.

Assessment: Final mark will be obtained based on logbook submission and evaluation from site visit. Pass mark required is 50%.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PRACTICE II


EEPR 2/0 (see above) 6 (60)0,5 Semester

Lectures per week Work Integrated Training per semester

Tutorials per semester


None 1 None 15 600

Content/ Syllabus

At least four of the following: Cables and Overhead Lines; Power Generation and Transformers; AC and DC Machines; Rectification and Inversion; Protection Systems; Switches and Circuit Breakers; Installation and Commissioning of Equipment; Testing and Fault Finding; Drawing and Design; Any other task approved by the University.


ELECTRICAL MACHINES II


EMAC 2/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Single Phase Transformers; DC Machines; Induction

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained assessments based on tutorials, assignments, projects, and tests. Final mark will be obtained from the Year Mark (DP) x




ELECTRICAL MACHINES III


EMAC 3/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Three Phase Transformers; Induction Machines; Synchronous Machines


ELECTRICAL PROTECTION III


EPRO 3/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Basic Principles; Introduction; Fundamental Theory; Fault Calculations; Fuses; Fuse Cut-outs (Fuse Links); Circuit Breakers; Current and Voltage Transformers


ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS III



ETRA 3/0 6 (12)0,1 Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120



Content/ Syllabus

Small Signal Analysis; Feedback Theory; Linear IC Applications; Active Filter Design; Semiconductor and other Transducers


ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS II


ECOM 2/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Introduction to Communication Systems; Analysis of Passive Circuits; Transmission Lines; Modulation; Electromagnetic Waves and Propagation; Receivers; Antennas; Introduction to Digital and Data Communication


ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING PRACTICE II


EETR 2/0 (see above) 6 (60)0,5 Semester

Lectures per week Work Integrated Training per semester



None 1 None 15 600

Content/ Syllabus

At least four of the following: Communication Systems; Industrial Electronics and Instrumentation; Design of Analogue and/or Digital Systems; Installation, Commissioning and Testing of New Analogue and/or Digital Systems; Fault Finding and Maintenance of Digital and/or Analogue Systems; Computer-Assisted Engineering and/or Computer Applications; Quality Control; Any other task approved by the University.




ELECTRONICS I


ETRO 1/0 (see above) 5 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Electronics basics, semiconductor Theory, The PN diode, Diode applications, Regulated power supplies, The bipolar junction transistor (BJT), DC biasing of the BJT


ELECTRONICS II




Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Field Effect Transistors; Other Semiconductor Devices; Basic Rectification; Single Stage Transistor Amplifiers; Operational Amplifiers; Applied Technology; Power Supplies


ELECTRONICS III




Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Advanced Voltage Regulators; Amplifier Theory and Applications; Oscillators; Power Amplifiers; Passive Filter Design; Active Filter Design; Noise




INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS II


INDE 2/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Introduction to Power Electronics, Power semiconductor diodes, Diode circuits and rectifiers, Thyristors, Controlled rectifiers, AC voltage controllers, Power transistors, DC Choppers, Driving and auxiliary, Protection of devices and circuits.


MATHEMATICS I



MATH 1/0 5 (12)0,1 Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per semester


6 x 45 min None 2 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Basic Mathematics; Differentiation I; Integration I; Complex Numbers/Hyperbolic Functions.





MATHEMATICS II


MATH 2/0 (see above) 5 (12)0,1 Semester


6 x 45 min None 2 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Differentiation II; Integration II; Matrix Algebra; Differential Equations (1st order)


MATHEMATICS III


MATH 3/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per Week


6 x 45 min None 2 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Fourier Analysis; Differential Equations (La Place)


MICROWAVE COMMUNICATIONS III


MCC3113/4 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Microwave Propagation and Antennas; Microwave Components; Microwave Systems; Optical Fibre Communications; Measurements

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from assessments based on tutorials, assignments, projects, and tests. Final mark will be obtained from the Year Mark (DP) x




NETWORK SYSTEMS II


NSYS 2/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

OSI Model; Network Operating Systems; Applications


NETWORK SYSTEMS III


NSYS 3/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Service and Support of Networks; Network Design; Applications


PROJECTS I


PROJ 1/0 (see above) 5 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Planning and Construction of Projects compatible with the level in the particular discipline, including: Applicable Computer Assisted Drawing;



Ergonomic and Aesthetic Design Principles in construction, Operating Procedures and Maintenance; Construction Techniques; Documentation, soldering , wiring harness, building and design of selected projects.


PROJECTS II


PROJ 2/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Planning and Construction of Projects compatible with the level in the particular discipline, including: Applicable Computer Assisted Drawing; Ergonomic and Aesthetic Design Principles in construction, Operating Procedures and Maintenance; Construction Techniques; Documentation , soldering , wiring harness, fault finding ,building and design of selected projects.


PROGRAMMING I


EPRG 1/0 (see above) 5 (12)0,1 Semester




4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Programme Design; Programming Techniques; Structured Programming; Modular Programming; Data Types; Control Structures; Functions, Recursion, Arrays, Pointers, Data Structures




PROGRAMMING II







4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Object Oriented Programming, Inheritance, Polymorphism, Graphics, UML


PROGRAMMING III




4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Exception Handling; Multithreading; Multimedia; I/O Streams; Networking; Dynamic Data Structures; Visual Programming


RADIO ENGINEERING III


RANG 3/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Radio Frequency Amplifiers; Amplitude Modulation and Demodulation; Angle Modulation and Demodulation; Frequency Conversion and Mixing; Super heterodyne Receivers; Antennas; Special Systems (RDS, FM Stereo)




TELEVISION III


TLV 3/0 (see above) 6 (12)0,1 Semester



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 15 120

Content/ Syllabus

Television Fundamentals, Television Cameras, Colour signals, Television Receivers, Television Measurements, Colorimetry, Antenna and Distribution Systems




NATIONAL DIPLOMA: ENGINEERING: ELECTRICAL [EXTENDED PROGRAMME] Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Career Opportunities For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Purpose of Qualification The purpose for National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Extended Programme is to equip underprepared students, who wish to study towards a National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Additional modules are therefore introduced at S1 and S2 levels, hence the extended time period for the completion of this programme. In order to achieve its purpose the programme aims to: Provide students at risk with a viable platform to successfully undertake Electrical Engineering studies at

tertiary education level Provide students from disadvantaged backgrounds with an adequate level of foundational competence

which is based on specific and discipline-related knowledge Improve the retention and throughput of disadvantaged students entering the mainstream programme. Provide a learning environment where the gap in terms of disadvantaged student needs and the student

support required are bridged. Provide a student who has the potential to succeed with Electrical Engineering studies at tertiary level with

an opportunity to: gain a contextualised understanding of the field of Electrical Engineering; develop the knowledge and skills to engage in basic Electrical Engineering practices effectively; become familiar with the application of basic knowledge and skills in the Electrical Engineering discipline. Ensure that the required educational quality standards in teaching and learning are maintained while at the

same time achieving the above aims. The rationale for the National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Extended Programme is, therefore, essentially the same as for the three year National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical programme but is specifically designed in such a way to benefit students by providing support to students to obtain essential skills for completion of the National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Students successfully completing the Extended Programme will thus be able to: Develop a contextualised understanding of the field of Electrical Engineering. Develop the knowledge and skills to engage in Electrical Engineering practices effectively. Apply knowledge and skills in the Electrical Engineering academic environments. Continue with their studies beyond the S2 level towards the obtainment of a National Diploma: Electrical.



Exit Level Outcomes of the Extended Programme The exit level outcomes for National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Extended Programme are the same as for the three year National Diploma programme [details are as indicated for that programme]. There are however, outcomes which the Extended Programme aims to re-enforce to better equip the students. These additional modules are introduced at S1 and S2 levels, hence the extended time period. The additional outcomes of the National Diploma: Engineering: Civil Extended Programme are: To ensure students understand and are able to master the basic concepts of mathematics, physics and

building science and their application which forms part of the ND Engineering: Electrical programme. To develop students computer skills in order to equip them for further academic studies. To enhance and develop the students’ academic skills with particular emphasis on academic literacy as

applicable to the ND Engineering: Electrical programme. To develop students’ life skills in order that they can use the tools (e.g. study and time management skills)

in their studies. Programme Characteristics Programme Academic Structure The programme is offered in terms of the: Formal Technikon Instructional Programmes in the RSA - NATED Report 151 (99/01) of Education NATED

150/151 document. South African Qualifications Authority Registered Qualification: National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical -

SAQA 0480/09 - ID 80135. Academic Programme Structure Courses on the academic programme is offered in terms of the DoE Grant approval for offering of Extended Programme, which include foundation provision, which is in addition to the courses required as part of the academic structure as per the Departments of Education NATED 150/151 document for the National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Career Orientated Academic Study For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Teaching & Learning Methodology In order to allow for foundational material to be integrated into the Diploma courses, the programme is extended by six months in both the first and second semester periods of study. For some courses the foundational provision is in the form of additional material necessary to facilitate the students understanding of the Diploma course material. In other courses the foundational provision is in the form of the extra time available in the extended programme. The extra time enables lecturers to spend longer on the very difficult sections of work, test more frequently to identify problem areas, revise at regular intervals and revisit problem



areas as they are identified. This is very beneficial to Extended Programme students. After two years of receiving foundational support the students have had sufficient support to enable them to cope with the regular Semester 3 and Semester 4 courses without further foundational support. Students on the Extended Programme enrol for the courses as described in section Curriculum Structure (see below). Programme Information Minimum Admission Requirements The minimum admission requirements are the same as for the National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical (for details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Selection criteria for new students The initial selection of new students is based on an applicant’s NSC or Matric results. Students who do not gain direct acceptance, but who meets the minimum admission requirements are provisionally accepted. Students who do not gain direct acceptance are required to complete a set of three Standardised Assessment Tests (SATAPs), which comprise of Mathematics, Physical Science and English Proficiency. Each SATAP test takes 2 hours to complete. Results from SATAP tests and Matric/NSC symbols are then graded using a conversion scale. Grade 12/NSC results constitute 50% of the graded mark (other 50% forthcoming from SATAP’s). On completion of the SATS tests the applicants are rated according to their (graded) marks. Applicants who do not gain direct entry into the (mainstream) National Diploma programme are considered for enrolment into the Extended programme (on sites where the Extended programme is offered). Selection is based on the weighted marks obtained by applicants and is subject to quota limitations. Programme Rules As for Faculty rules (see section 8). Admission Rules & Applications for Recognition of Credits For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Progression Rules Re-Admission of Existing Students Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under institutional rules G8.1, G8.2. G9.1 & G9.2 the Department of Civil Engineering has set the criteria for re-admission for the ND: Electrical Engineering Extended programme as per table in section 10.6.1.7.6.2 below. Promotion Rule from Extended Programme at end of Year 1



Students who successfully complete all S1 courses after Year 1, and who obtain an aggregate of at least 70% for each of the courses listed below, will be eligible for consideration by the HOD, for promotion to the S2 main stream programme. [Courses: Digital Systems I, Electronics I, Electrical Engineering I, Mathematics I] Exit Rules Completion Rules The Extended Programme forms part of National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical qualification, of which the exit/ completion details are described under the National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Exclusion Rules Students should take specific note of the WSU’s General Rules & Regulations (specifically rules G7-G11) on re-admission and exclusion of students to undergraduate programmes. The specific rules on exclusion for the ND: Electrical Engineering Extended programme is as follows: A student that progresses at a slower rate than that set out below, will be refused further re-admission on the grounds of “poor academic performance” While student is enrolled in Extended programme (Level 1A & 1B)

At the end of academic period (semesters) 1 2 3 4 5 6


55 100 120

Once student has progressed to mainstream programme(Level 2 & 3)

At the end of academic period (semester) 1 2 3 4 5 6


150 180 210 240 180 206

WIL subjects (P1 & P2) - once student has progressed to mainstream programme

For each academic period (semester) that student is enrolled 1 2

Minimum credits in WIL subjects that student must have obtained* 60 120 Notes Credits refer to SAQA credits Academic period refers to each semester that the student was enrolled Registration requirements that must be met a) First time entering students must enrol for all the required courses at that level (i.e. at S1/ Level 1A).






Programmes offering The Department of Electrical Engineering currently offers the Extended Programme at both the College Street delivery site in Buffalo City and the Ibika delivery site in Butterworth. Curriculum Structure In order to allow for foundational material to be integrated into the Diploma courses, the programme is extended by six months in both the first and second semester periods of study. For some courses the foundational provision is in the form of additional material necessary to facilitate the students understanding of the Diploma course material. In other courses the foundational provision is in the form of the extra time available in the extended programme. The extra time enables lecturers to spend longer on the very difficult sections of work, test more frequently to identify problem areas, revise at regular intervals and revisit problem areas as they are identified. This is very beneficial to Extended Programme students. After two years of receiving foundational support the students have had sufficient support to enable them to cope with the regular Semester 3 and Semester 4 courses without further foundational support. Students on the Extended Programme enrol for the following courses, which all contains foundational provision The National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Extended Programme is structured as follows: S1 — 1 Year Course Code Credit Pre- Requisite

Communication Skills I ECMM 1/0 0,05 Computer Skills I ECSKI 1/0 0,05

Digital Systems I EDSY 1/0 0,1 Electronics I EELT 1/0 0,1

Electrical Engineering I EEEN 1/0 0,1

Mathematics I EMAT 1/0 0,1 YEAR 2




Digital Systems II EDSY 2/0 0,1 Digital Systems I

Electronics II EELT 2/0 0,1 Electronics I, Electrical Engineering I

Electrical Engineering II EEEN 2/0 0,1 Electrical Engineering I, Mathematics I

Mathematics II EMAT 2/0 0,1 Mathematics I

Projects I PROJ 1/0

0,1 Electronics I, Electrical Engineering I

Programming I EPRG 1/0 0,1 Computer Skills I (College Street)

Level 2 (P1 & S3) and Level 3 (P2 & S4) of this programme are described under the same section for National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Once a student on this programme progresses to S3 he/she follow the curriculum as is described for the National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Work Integrated Learning Not applicable. Pre-Requisite Courses


Digital Systems II Digital Systems I

Electronics II Electronics I, Electrical Engineering I

Electrical Engineering II Electrical Engineering I, Mathematics I


Projects I Electronics I, Electrical Engineering I

Programming I Computer Skills I ( College Street campus)

Available electives None Award of Qualification The Extended Programme forms part of National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical qualification, of which the exit/ completion details are described under the National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical.



Programme Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees. Articulation For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Core Syllabi of Courses Offered For details see relevant courses under same section under the National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical Note: Course codes are different (see curriculum above) as well as duration for completion of S1 and S2 courses in National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical [Extended], i.e. S1 and S2 are each of one year duration and includes foundational provision (shown with F) COMMUNICATION SKILLS I


ECMM1/0 (see above) 5 (6) 0,05 Year



Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Academic literacy (F); 2.Computer literacy (F); 3.Process of Communication; 4.Organisational Communication; 5. Interpersonal Communication; 6. Non-verbal Communication; 7. Intercultural Communication; 8. Reading Strategies in the Computer Laboratory; 9. Technical report writing in the Computer Laboratory; 10. Multimedia communication (F); Practicals: Continuous throughout the year (F); Presentation module (F); Submission of a portfolio of work (F)


COMPUTER SKILLS I


ESKI 1/0 (see above) 5 (6) 0,05 Year



2 x 45 min 2 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to the desktop computer – keyboard and monitor application (F); 2. Fundamentals of the desktop computer – the menu (F);



3. Basic Concepts of IT. 4. File Management. 5. Word Processing. 6. Spreadsheets. 7. Presentations. 8. Information and Communication. 9. Compilation of technical reports; 10.Fundamentals of Computer Aided Drawing (F); Practicals: Continuous throughout the year. Presentation module. Submission of a portfolio of work.


DIGITAL SYSTEMS I


ESYS 1/0 (see above) 5 (12) 0,1 Year



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Review of the basics of mathematical calculations needed for digital principles (F); 2. Review of the basics of digital principles (F); 3. Introduction to Digital Logic; 4. Stored Programme Computer; 5. Number Systems and Codes; Logic Gates; 6. Boolean Algebra; Combinational Logic; 7. Functions of Combined Logic; 8. Error Detection and Correction. Laboratory work Practicals x 3 Laboratory work (F) Practicals x 3


MATHEMATICS I


EATH 1/0 (see above) 5 (6) 0,05 Year



2 x 45 min 2 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: Determinants & Cramer’s Rule - Evaluation of a 2x2 matrix, Evaluation of a 3x3 matrix, Solving systems of linear equations by



Cramer’s rule; 2. Significant Figures; 3. Measurements and SI units (F); 4. Changing the subject of an equation (F); 5. Revision of logs and exponents (F); 6. Angular and linear velocities; 7. Logs and Natural logs - Logarithms and exponents, Logarithmic rules, Logarithmic and exponential equations, Revision of trigonometry (F); 8. Trigonometry - Use a calculator to evaluate trigonometric expressions, Solve trigonometric equations on the interval [-π;π] or [ 0; 2π]; 9. Misconceptions in algebra and trigonometry (F); 10. Calculator usage & general operational rules (F); 11. Complex numbers - Cartesian and polar coordinate system, Basic definitions and operations with complex numbers in rectangular form, Argand diagram, The polar form of complex number; 12. Complex Numbers (continued) - De Moivre’s theorem I, De Moivre’s theorem II, The exponential form of complex numbers; 13. Differential Calculus - General rules, power rule, sum and difference rule, Chain Rule, Product rule and Quotient rule, Transcendental functions Higher Order Derivatives Logarithmic differentiation, Implicit differentiation; 14. Revision of graphs (F); 15. Applications of Differentiation - Derivative as a rate, Curve sketching, Optimization. 16. Integral Calculus - Simpson’s rule, Power Rule; 17. Integral Calculus - The general power rule, Other integration formulas, The definite integral; 18. Integral Calculus - Applications of Integration


ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING I


EEEN 1/0 (see above) 5 (12) 0,1 Semester


Notional hours

4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Quantities (F) 2. Introduction to Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Applications (F); 3. Introduction to Electrical Batteries (F); 4. Batteries; DC Theory and Network Analysis; 5. Electromagnetism; 6. Magnetic Circuits; 7. Inductance; 8. Capacitance; 9. Basic AC Theory; 10. Measurements Laboratory work Practicals x 3 Laboratory work Practicals x 3




ELECTRONICS I


EELT1/0 (see above) 5 (12) 0,1 Year



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to Basic Measurements (F); 2. Measurements; 3. Introduction to Semiconductor Theory (F); 4. Semiconductor Theory; 5. Introduction to Diodes (F); 6. Diodes; 7. Introduction to Transistors (F); 8. Transistor Theory; 9. Principles of electronic applications (F); 10. Electronic Applications (F) 11. Applied technology Laboratory Work: Practicals X3 Laboratory Work (F) Practicals X3


DIGITAL SYSTEMS II


ESYS 2/0 (see above) 5 (12) 0,1 Year



4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Review of Digital Systems I (F); 2. Flip-flops and other Multi-vibrators; 3. Introduction to Counters (F); 4. Counters; 5. Introduction to Shift Registers (F); 6. Shift Registers; 7. Understanding the principles memories (F); 8. Memories;



9. Interfacing and Data Transmission;10. Introduction to Microprocessors (F); 11. Microprocessors; 12. Integrated Circuit Technologies; 13. Data Sheets; 14. Displays; 15. Introduction to PLDs (F); 16. PLDs Laboratory Work: Practicals X3 Laboratory Work (F) Practicals X3


ELECTRONICS II


EETR 2/0 (see above) 5 (12) 0,1 Year


Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Review of Transistors (F); 2. Field Effect Transistors; 3. Introduction to Shift Registers (F); 4. Basic Rectification; 5. Introduction to Single Stage Transistor Amplifiers (F); 6. Single Stage Transistor Amplifiers; 7. Introduction to Operational Amplifiers (F); 8. Operational Amplifiers; 9. Introduction to Applied Technology (F); 10. Applied Technology; 11. Introduction to Power Supplies (F); 12. Power Supplies; Laboratory Work: Practicals X3 Laboratory Work (F) Practicals X3


ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING II


EEEN 2/0 (see above) 5 (12) 0,1 Year





4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to AC Networks (F); 2. AC Networks; 3. Resonance: Series and Parallel Circuits; 4. Introduction to Power Factor Correction (F); 5. Power Factor Correction (Single Phase); 6. Introduction to DC and AC Circuits (F); 7. DC and AC Circuit Theorems; 8. Introduction to Harmonics (F); 9. Harmonics; 10. Introduction to Three Phase Circuits (F); 11. Three Phase Circuits (Balanced); 12. Introduction to Transformers (F); 13. Transformers; Laboratory Work: Practicals X3 Laboratory Work (F) Practicals X3


MATHEMATICS II


EATH 2/0 (see above) 5 (12) 0,1 Year


6 x 45 min None 2 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Review of Mathematical concepts covered under Maths I (F); 2. Review of Differentiation (F); 3. Differentiation II; 4. Review of Integration (F); 5. Integration II; 6. Introduction to 1st order Differential Equations (F); 7. Differential Equations (1st order)


PROJECTS I


EROJ 1/0 (see above) 5 (12) 0,1 Semester





4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

1. Introduction to Engineering projects (F); 2. Principles of Project Organisation and Management (F); 3. Introduction to Computer Assisted Drawing (F); 4. Planning and Construction of Projects compatible with the level in the

particular discipline, including: Applicable Computer Assisted Drawing;

5. Introduction to Design Principles (F); 6. Ergonomic and Aesthetic Design Principles in construction, Operating

Procedures and Maintenance; 7. Introduction to Construction Techniques (F); 8. Construction Techniques; 9. Introduction to Projects Documentation and Regulations (F); 10. Documentation, soldering , wiring harness, building and design

of selected projects. Practicals: Continuous throughout the year. Presentation module. Submission of a portfolio of work.


PROGRAMMING I


EPRG 1/0 (see above) 5 (12) 0,1 Semester




4 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 30 240

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Purpose and application of Programming (F); 2. Programming principles (F); 3. Introduction to Programme Design (F); 4. Programme Design; 5. Introduction to Programming Techniques (F); 6. Programming Techniques; 7. Introduction to Structured Programming (F); 8. Structured Programming; 9. Introduction to Modular Programming (F); 10. Modular Programming; 11. Data Types; 12. Control Structures; 13. Functions, Recursion, Arrays, Pointers, Data Structures Laboratory Work: Practicals X3 Laboratory Work (F) Practicals X3



B TECH: ENGINEERING: ELECTRICAL Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Career Opportunities For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical, except that graduates will be able to perform work at the technologist level. Purpose of Qualification The purpose of the B Tech: Engineering: Electrical is to train technologists who will meet the criteria for registration as a professional technologist by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), and who will display competence as part of the engineering team in the execution of technical tasks under remote supervision by using and applying their knowledge in independent judgement in the identification and solution of complex Electrical engineering problems. Graduates achieving this qualification should, after initial supervision, be able to apply engineering principles, techniques and instruments to systematically diagnose an solve broadly-defined Electrical engineering problems, perform procedural design functions of limited context, be able to use appropriate terminology, style and structure to communicate effectively with superiors and subordinates, apply management concepts to projects and operations and exhibit an awareness of ethics, professionalism, safety and consideration of the social and natural environment. Exit Level Outcomes of the Programme (Conforming to SAQA’s NLRD no 49509) The programme’s exit level outcomes are aimed at providing graduates with the following attributes, skills, and competencies to enable them to practice Electrical Engineering activities and applications at the level expected of a Professional Engineering Technologist, and to manage Electrical Engineering activities and applications at the level expected of a Professional Engineering Technician: 1. Problem Solving Apply Electrical Engineering principles to systematically diagnose and solve broadly-defined Electrical Engineering problems. 2. Application of scientific and engineering knowledge Demonstrate the application of mathematical, science and engineering knowledge and the requisite skills in an Electrical Engineering environment. 3. Engineering Design Perform procedural and non-procedural design of broadly-defined components, systems, works, products or processes to meet desired needs in the applicable standards, codes of practice and legislation.



4. Communication Communicate technical, supervisory and general management information effectively, both orally and in writing, using appropriate language and terminology, structure, style and graphical support. 5. Engineering Management Apply engineering management principles and concepts to engineering activities 6. Project Development Identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project 7. Application of Complementary Knowledge Demonstrate a critical awareness of the impact of engineering activity on the social, industrial and physical environment, and of the need to act professionally within one’s own limits of competence. The graduate with this qualification should therefore be able to: Apply an integration of theory, principles, proven techniques, practical experience and appropriate skills to

the solution of broadly defined problems in the field of Electrical Engineering while operating within the relevant standards and codes.

Perform procedural design of broadly-defined elements/components to meet desired needs. Communicate effectively at all levels. Apply the knowledge gained to new, broadly-defined, situations, both concrete and abstract, in the


synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to the audience. Demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial, and career opportunities,

and to develop him/her professionally, including the ability to proceed to the Masters level. Make independent decisions taking into account the relevant technical, economic, social, safety and

environmental factors. Work independently, as a member of a team and as a supervisor. Relate Electrical Engineering activities to environmental, safety, cultural and economic sustainability. Identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes This qualification has same Critical Cross-Field Outcomes as for National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Programme Characteristics For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Basis of Programme Academic Structure The programme is offered in terms of the:



Formal Technikon Instructional Programmes in the RSA - NATED Report 151 (99/01) of Education NATED

150/151 document. South African Qualifications Authority Registered Qualification: Bachelor of Technology: Engineering:

Electrical - SAQA 0480/09 - ID 80135 Programme Information Minimum Admission Requirements The minimum admission requirement is that candidates must have one of the following qualifications: National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical, including a credit for Mathematics III, and with an overall

average for all courses of at least 60%. Old National Diploma (T3): Electrical Engineering : Heavy Current or Light Current, plus enough additional

courses to accumulate at least 20 credits, including Engineering Mathematics III and Design Projects III, or their equivalents, and with an overall average for all courses of at least 60%.

National Higher Diploma: Electrical Engineering: Heavy or Light Current, including a credit for Engineering Mathematics IV or at least Engineering Mathematics III.

Any applicant who has a national diploma plus two years work experience in a related field, but fail to meet the average mark of 60 % will have his/her application reviewed by a panel to determine whether he/she can be admitted or not.

Selection criteria for new students See Minimum Admission Requirements above. Programme Rules For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical. Admission Rules & Applications for Recognition of Credits For Admission Rules see the section on Admission Requirements above. In addition the Department will consider courses done at other Tertiary Institutions for exemption, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the University subject to the following criteria. If a student wishes to graduate from WSU but decides to enrol for one or more programme courses at another university, then the student must lodge a written application (through the HOD to Dean of the Faculty) before registration at the other Institution. Students must take note of the institutional rules which state that: Not more than 50 % of the courses in the qualification will be exempted in this way. All exit level courses must be done at WSU.



Only in exceptional circumstances will recognition of one (1) exit level subject from another university be considered but such consideration is subject to a recommendation from the Department and approval thereof by Senate. Any provisional approval by faculty is subject to final approval by Senate [also see WSU’s General Rules & Regulations]. Where the applicant cannot meet the criteria as is stipulated in this section, the applicant will be advised that the qualification cannot be awarded by WSU and that he/she should apply to graduate at the other Institution. Applications from students wishing to enrol for individual courses, which will not lead to the award of a qualification (i.e. enrol for non degree/diploma purposes) will only be considered after students wishing to study towards full degree/diploma qualifications have been accommodated, as enrolment is subject to space being available. Students coming from other higher education institutions are to be advised at admission, by the Head of Department that admission to the programme remains provisional and that at registration they are required to immediately apply for recognition of any credits which they wish to be considered. Approval of such applications is subject to the application for recognition of credits being approved by Senate. Where a student wishes to apply to graduate the fully completed applications for recognition of credits, if it forms part of the grad application must be received by the HoD before 15th January (for May graduation event) and before 30 April (for September graduation event). Failure to comply with these requirements will result in non processing of applications and/or automatic de-registration of students. Progression Rules Re-Admission of Existing Students Refer to the institutional rules on re-admission of students. In addition to the above if a student fails the same course twice, the student is not allowed to re-register for the course. Exit Rules Completion Rules Over and above the requirements as set out below an application for the award of a qualification will be scrutinised for compliance to the statutory requirements as is set out in NATED documents together with the requirements as is described in WSU’s General Rules & Regulations. The qualification will be awarded after completing 120 SAQA credits (1.0Nated credit) at NQF level 7.. Exclusion Rules Refer to the WSU’s General Rules & Regulations for re-admission of existing students. The respective maximum permissible period of study for the BTech: Eng: Electrical qualification, done on a Part-Time study basis is 4



years. After the maximum period students will not be allowed to register at the WSU. A student may appeal the decision to the Dean to reconsider his/her case. The Dean shall, through the Faculty Board, make a recommendation to the Senate. The Senate decision on the appeal shall be final [also see WSU’s General Rules & Regulations]. Programme offering The Department of Electrical Engineering only offers the BTech: Electrical programme from the College Street delivery site in East London, Buffalo City. The BTech: Engineering: Electrical consists of two streams: Communication Engineering and Computer Engineering, and Power Engineering and Control Systems. The degree will be issued on completion of 120 (1.0 Nated) credits at NQF Level 7. The learners can compile their curriculum from any of the streams; however, the subjects done at diploma level will dictate which of the two streams the learner can follow. There are 3 compulsory/common courses which must be taken with the prescribed courses indicated in each of the main specialisations. The remaining courses may be selected from the other specialisation. The following specialisations and course combinations are offered at WSU. Please note: The offering of the Bachelor Technology: Engineering: Electrical will only commence once ECSA has approved the offering thereof - accreditation application is currently being prepared. BTech: Engineering: Electrical Curriculum

Subject Code SAQA Credits (Nated Credits) Common Subjects Industrial Project IV IDPR4/0 36 (0.3)

Engineering Mathematics IV EMAT4/0 12 (0.1)

Engineering Management IV EMAN4/0 12 (0.1)

Communication Engineering and Computer Engineering

Signal Processing IV ESPG4/0 12 (0.1)

Computer Networks IV ECON4/0 12 (0.1)

Electronic Communications Systems IV

ECOS4/0 12 (0.1)

Electronic Communications IV ECOM4/0 12 (0.1)

Digital Signal Processing IV EDSP4/0 12 (0.1)

Software Engineering IV ESEN4/0 12 (0.1)



Microcontroller Systems IV MICS4/0 12 (0.1)

Power Engineering and Control Systems

Power Systems IV EPOS4/0 12 (0.1)

Electrical Protection IV EPRO4/0 12 (0.1)

Electrical Machines IV EMAC4/0 12 (0.1)

Power Electronics IV PELE4/0 12 (0.1)

Control Systems IV COSB4/0 12 (0.1)

Digital Control Systems IV CODB4/0 12 (0.1)

High Voltage Engineering IV EHVE4/0 12 (0.1)

Total Credits Minimum 120 (1)

Please note: Though the institution promises to offer all the subjects listed above, the department reserve a right not to offer a specific course it is not economically viable to offer it. Work Integrated Learning Not applicable under this programme. BTech: Engineering: Electrical Curriculum - Prerequisites

Subject Code Prerequisites

Common Subjects Industrial Project IV IDPR4/0 Design Project III, and the

approval of the project topic will be subject to the learner passing appropriate level III or lV subjects

Engineering Mathematics IV EMAT4/0 Mathematics III

Engineering Management IV EMAN4/0 None

Communication Engineering and Computer Engineering

Signal Processing IV ESPG4/0 Mathematics III and preferable Digital Communication II

Computer Networks IV ECON4/0 Networks III and/or Digital



Communication II

Electronic Communications Systems IV

ECOS4/0 Radio Engineering III

Electronic Communications IV ECOM4/0 Engineering Mathematics IV, Radio Engineering III and preferable Digital Communication II

Digital Signal Processing IV EDSP4/0 Engineering Mathematics IV and/or Signal Processing IV

Software Engineering IV ESEN4/0 Software Design III or Programming III

Microcontroller Systems IV MICS4/0 Digital Systems III

Power Engineering and Control Systems

Power Systems IV EPOS4/0 Electrical Engineering III

Electrical Protection IV EPRO4/0 Electrical Protection III

Electrical Machines IV EMAC4/0 Electrical Machines III

Power Electronics IV PELE4/0 Power Electronics III or Industrial Electronics II

Control Systems IV COSB4/0 Control Systems III and Engineering Mathematics IV

Digital Control Systems IV CODB4/0 Control Systems III and Engineering Mathematics IV

High Voltage Engineering IV EHVE4/0 Electrical Distribution III or Electrical Protection III

Available electives See details under Curriculum section above. Award of Qualification See section on Completion Rules above.



Programme Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees. Articulation

Vertical A graduate of a programme meeting these standards would meet requirements for entry to a number of programmes including: Formal specialist study towards post-graduate qualification in Engineering; Programme leading to a qualification required for registration as a Professional Certificated Engineer/Competent Engineering Practitioner; Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering With responsible work experience, Masters Degree in Business Administration Horizontal Within WSU: Horizontal Articulation is possible with other B Tech qualifications offered by the university at NQF Level 7. Other Universities: Horizontal Articulation is possible by enrolment in B Tech qualifications offered by such institutions, subject to the relevant institution’s admission requirements. Professional Articulation

After graduation a candidacy programme toward registration as a Professional Engineering Technologist can be followed as per conditions laid down by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).

Core Syllabi of Courses Offered

COMPUTER NETWORKS IV


ECON 4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester

Lectures per week

Min Pracs per sem

Tutorials per Sem


1 x 3.5 hours. 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Introduction : Electrical Interfacing; Local Area Networks; Wide Area Networks; Internetworking



Assessment: Continuous Evaluation.

CONTROL SYSTEMS IV


COSB 4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester

Lectures per week

Min Pracs per sem Tutorials per Sem


1 x 3.5 hours. 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Elements of Systems Simulation; State Space Analysis of Linear Systems; Control Design; Frequency Domain Design; State Space Design of Linear Systems; Elements of non-linear Systems; Elements of Digital Control Systems.


DIGITAL CONTROL SYSTEMS IV


CODB 4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester

Lectures per week

Min Pracs per sem Tutorials per Sem


1 x 3.5 hours. 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Discrete-time Models and Sampled-data Systems; Mathematical Representation of the Sampling Process; Analysis of Sampled data Systems; Adaptive Control and Self-tuning; Feed forward Control; Cascade control.


DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING IV


EDSP 4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester

Lectures per Min Pracs per sem Tutorials per Sem Number of Notional



week weeks hours

1 x 3.5 hours. 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Overview of Signals and Systems; Discrete and Continuous Time Signals; Transforms; Digital Filter Design; State Variables.


ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION IV


ECOM 4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester

Lectures per week Min Pracs per sem Tutorials per Sem

Number of weeks

Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours. 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Signals and Systems; Data Transmission; Communication Channel; Digital Modulation Techniques; Signal Coding.


ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS IV


ECOS 4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester

Lectures per week Min Pracs per sem

Tutorials per Sem


1 x 3.5 hours. 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Digital Radio Systems; Satellite Communications; Television Systems; Microwave Systems.




ELECTRICAL PROTECTION IV


EPRO 4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester

Lectures per week Min Pracs per sem Tutorials per Sem Number of weeks Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours. 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Faults in power systems and fault calculations. Types of relays according to number of inputs and principle of operations. Protection of; Transmission lines, Synchronous generators, Power transformers, Busbars, Electrical motors. Instrument transformers for protection relays.


ELECTRICAL MACHINES IV


EMAC4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester

Lectures per week Min Pracs per sem Tutorials per Sem Number of weeks Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours. 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Synchronous Machines; Induction Machines; Special Machines; Design; Motor Applications; Laboratory Work.


ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS IV


EMAT4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester

Lectures per week Min Pracs per sem Tutorials per Sem Number of weeks

Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours. 0 5 15 100

Content/ Elements of Complex Analysis; Matrices and Vectors; Linear



Syllabus Differential Equations; Linear Difference Equations; Transforms and their Applications.


ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT IV


EMAN4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester


Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours. 0 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

The engineer and the manager, the engineering organisation. Total quality management: principles, applications, the human element in engineering management, engineering and construction contracts, professional ethics, the business plan, strategic and financial management.


HIGH VOLTAGE ENGINEERING IV


EHV4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester


Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours. 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Breakdown of solids, Liquids and gases; High Voltage Generation; High Voltage Measurements; High Voltage Testing; Corona


INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS IV


IDPR4/0 (see above) 7 (36) 0.3 Year




Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours. 0 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Project Engineering; Research Methodology; An Integrated project, with an industry-orientated approach, which will promote an entrepreneurial attitude in respect of technological innovation and analysis. The project may incorporate teamwork. It need not be original or unique.


MICROCONTROLLER SYSTEMS IV


MICS4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester


Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours. 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Advanced Microcontroller architecture, programming and applications.

Assessment: Continuous Evaluation. Marks will be obtained from assessments based on tests, and assignments/projects. Final mark will be obtained from class tests (20%) + Assignment/Projects (70%) + Lab work (10%).

POWER ELECTRONICS IV


PELE4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester


Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Overview of Devices and Circuits; Thermal Modelling; Single and 3-Phase Diode and SCR Rectifiers; AC Voltage Controllers; Inverters; DC Choppers; High-Frequency Transformer Design; Resonant Converters; Applications.




POWER SYSTEMS IV


EPOS4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester


Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Transmission lines, Multiport representation of Power Systems and Load Flow Analysis; Control of Power; Stability; High Voltage DC Transmission; Energy Management Systems.


SIGNAL PROCESSING IV


ESGP4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester


Notional hours

1 x 3.5 hours 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Signals and Systems, Continuous and Discrete Signals, Filters.


Software Engineering IV


ESEN4/0 (see above) 7 (12) 0.1 Semester

Lectures per week Min Pracs per sem Tutorials per Sem

Number of weeks

Notional hours



1 x 3.5 hours 3 5 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Structured Analysis Techniques; Advanced Software Design; Software Implementation (Coding); Testing a Software System; Controlling Software Development.




DEPARTMENT OF FASHION CONTACT DETAILS Ms S. Mabusela Butterworth Campus Tel: 0474016113 Email: [email protected] Introduction of the Department If you wish to pursue an educational or career progression within the fields of fashion, textiles, or design for performance then this three year National Diploma: Fashion course is ideal. You will be able to build upon your previous experience and establish a future direction. The course allows you to stimulate your intellectual awareness whilst developing relevant practical skills. Mission of the Department We commit ourselves to: Develop and maintain a relevant programme with a good balance between theory and practice. Providing the best affordable teaching to facilitate quality learning for our students. Creating maximum opportunities for staff to grow and develop their potential. Ensuring that facilities and support services in the department are of an acceptable standard. Establish and maintain partnerships with commerce / industry/ the profession that we serve. Participating in community based activities relevant to our discipline. Developing and maintaining an entrepreneurial approach in the department and providing students with

entrepreneurial skills to enable them to create their own employment. Cooperating as a team in a democratic and transparent way to the highest ethical standards. Making students aware of their culture and heritage and cultivate pride for their work. Empower students with wisdom and life skills. In living this mission we are guided by the values of professionalism and integrity. Vision of the Department Our vision is to develop students with the skills and knowledge to be entrepreneurs in their communities and to become professionals in the fashion industry with pride in their work.

Department Programmes offered Duration Delivery Site

Fashion ND: Fashion 3yrs Ibika

Accreditation Status of Delivery Sites where programmes are offered This programme is SAQA accredited and registered.



Goals of the Department This qualification aims to: Enable learners to develop knowledge, understanding and applied skills of fashion. Encourage progression by assisting in the development of knowledge, understanding and skills that

learners will need to access further or higher education or to enter employment. Encourage an evaluative approach to personal and professional development. Our goal is to develop students with the skills and knowledge to be entrepreneurs in their communities and to become professionals in the fashion industry with pride in their work. Student Societies in Department The Department’s Fashion Designers Society (FADESO) is independent from other departments. The society is independently managed by the students with guidance from the SRC and the Faculty Management. There is an exciting yearly programme that is followed for the furtherance of educational activities of the students. These programmes enhance leadership and Organisational qualities as well as help to foster other potential talents of students while they express themselves freely in all aspects of their educational activities.



PROGRAMMES IN THE DEPARTMENT NATIONAL DIPLOMA: FASHION Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students Students with an entrepreneurial spirit will find many opportunities within the Fashion industry for the establishment of their own business venture. These are not only as Freelance designers, but also as suppliers to Designer Emporiums or major retail chains who give entrepreneurs opportunities to develop their own design labels. Designers can also supply straight to the market through flea-markets or their own outlets. Various government programs are in place to help and assist such young designers to become successful entrepreneurs. Career Opportunities The National Diploma is studied by those who will be employed in a variety of jobs including: Patternmaker, Designer, Stylist as well as production assistants and managers. The Diploma in Fashion will provide you with a solid grounding in apparel industry knowledge, develop your conceptual and craft skills and equip you with a portfolio to support your career objectives. Completion of the diploma may provide entry with credit to the B Tech should you wish to further your study. The following are a few of the possible career options in the fashion industry: Designer; either freelance or for a Retail company Stylist for a magazine, for individual clients or a shop-front stylist for a company. Patternmaker; freelance or for a company Grader; freelance or for a company Illustrator; freelance or for a magazine or for a fashion company Costume Designer; freelance or for a company Fashion buyer/ Assistant Buyer freelance or for a company Merchandiser in a fashion/ textile company Purpose of Qualification The purpose of this qualification is to provide the learner with Fashion Designing/manufacturing skills to enable him/her to enter into the fashion industry. Projects are both theoretical and skills based and students are given an opportunity to design and make garments. The student’s portfolio of work will serve as evidence of the learner’s capabilities within the fashion design environment. The National Diploma: Fashion has been developed with career progression in mind. It is essential that learners gain the maximum benefit from their programme of study, through continuous additional self-study and by using all opportunities to develop their own brand.



Exit Level Outcomes of the Programme Learners studying for National Diploma: Fashion will be expected to develop the following skills during the programme of study: synthesis of a range of concepts, knowledge and skills relating to fashion and textiles application of complex theories to practical realistic work situations in the fashion and textiles sector independence of approach to study and the generation of fashion and textiles evidence ability to engage with complex and/or unpredictable situations in fashion and textiles contexts ability to take responsibility to manage and direct their own and others’ activities insight and judgement in relation to the margins and consequences of error research and investigative skills responsiveness to change and ability to multi-task ability to innovate and work in a creative way. Learning and Teaching Learners must pass all units on their programme of learning to be awarded a National Diploma: Fashion. This is a very intensive fashion design course which aims to produce highly skilled professionals for the challenges associated with fashion designers of the future. The individual lessons build upon each other so that the student can easily follow the whole course. The lessons require being active; they show how to analyse the market, how to find sources of information and how to get inspiration. The student will learn what professional fashion designers do and how they do it. Basis of Programme Academic Structure The Programme is offered in terms of the following structures: Department of Education-NATED document South African Technikon Instructional Programmes-NATED Report of the Education-NATED document General Policy for Technikon Instructional Programmes-NATED Report Work Integrated Learning We have business people serving on our Advisory Board, who advise us on certain curriculum elements. Meetings with these business persons are held so whereby their input in developing projects that learners undertake with them is invaluable. During the course of the year lecturers organize site visits to the clothing companies locally and sometimes nationally, with an aim to expose learners to practical demonstrations of the stages of the manufacturing. When such visits are undertaken, Students are given projects to complete while at the company or Organisation to fulfil a certain aspect of the theory done in class. All these activities promote interaction between the university and business community to ensure that by the time the learners qualify they know what work opportunities they can venture into.



Programme Information Minimum Admission Requirements

NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE Minimum Accumulated Point Score



Other

-NSC achievement rating of at least 3 (40% - 49%) for English as a home language or first additional language level; -NSC achievement rating of at least 3 (40% - 49%) for mathematical literacy or 2 (30-39%) for mathematics OR Accountancy for costing fabric and garments and promotion purposes.

It is recommended that the student should have done the following subjects: Technology, Design and Art

Relevant and appropriate NCV 4 results will be accepted

Grade 12/Matric A Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification with a minimum of: E – symbol or (3-4)(HG) in English (Second Language) FET Colleges National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4: Consult HOD for details of admission requirements. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) RPL is undertaken by WSU in line with the principles of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). It is undertaken within the context of the University’s commitment to broaden access to higher education and increase the number of graduates. RPL can accelerate progress through learning programmes and contribute to the increased mobility of students across higher education institutions and other learning contexts. RPL takes at least three months to process depending on whether or not all the requirements have been submitted. RPL candidates/applicants need to gather all the evidence required by the Institution to prepare for the assessment. Secondly, WSU needs time to assess your application. Once approved, there are administrative procedures that the application must go through, before the successful RPL applicant can register as a student, therefore, candidates will have to adhere to the following deadline/s:



* The deadline for the January following year intake is 1 September the previous year. Learners may provide a portfolio of their work upon application for the recognition of prior learning. International Students Applications from international students are considered in terms of institutional equivalence reference document (where required) submission of international qualification to SAQA for benchmarking in terms of HEQF Mature Age Endorsement

[as per General Prospectus Rule G1.6] Selection Criteria for New Students The selection of new students is done by the HOD and entry requirements rules apply. Entry requirements require the students attend an interview session with lecturers and complete an entry test, which is designed to assess the student’s aptitude for the course. Programme Rules General Upon registration in this Programme, students should know that they are agreeing to abide by the rules and regulations of not only Fashion Department but also that of Walter Sisulu University. Class Attendance Attendance is essential to your success in this Educational Programme and we require that students be punctual in all class attendances. A minimum of 80% attendance is required to qualify for final evaluation. Semester Tests, Practicals/Lab Work, Site Visits and Assignments Students should submit all assignments on time and according to the brief issued. If students could not submit an assignment due to illness, such a student should contact the lecturer as soon as possible once returned to class. All projects done in class counts towards the assessment of the student. The Fashion Department follows Continuous Evaluation practices. Progression Rules Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under Rule G8.1, 8.2, 9.1 & 9.2 the Department of Fashion has set the following criteria for re-admission.



A Student that progresses at a slower rate than that set out below, will be reused further re-admission on the grounds of “poor academic performance”

At the end of Academic Period (year) 1 2 3 4 5

Minimum credits that student must have obtained 60 120 190 240 360 A student is promoted to the next study level provided the above credits has been passed and he/she has: Passed all the major subjects of the previous study level; To repeat only a maximum of two failed subjects of the previous level. A student who fails three (3) or more subjects or two (2) or more major subjects, at any level, will not be

permitted to register for any subject at the next level. Carrying over to the next level of subjects as stipulated in above, shall be subject to the academic time-

table permitting concurrent registration in the subjects. A student whose academic progress is unsatisfactory in the opinion of the Senate, may be refused re-

registration. Completed relevant WIL when all year courses have been completed Exit Rules A Student will qualify to graduate when the minimum requirements are met: All major subjects and electives at the final year are passed satisfactorily and upon calculation of his/her

credits they total up to the value of 360; A student who at their year of graduation have only one outstanding course to complete and the course

was done but failed the previous year could be allowed to write a special exam-rules will apply; Students should have completed all their final year major subjects at WSU for them to graduate in the

Programme and can only be credited by up to 50% of the number of courses done outside the Institution-WSU, for them to qualify to graduate at WSU,

A maximum of three years plus two additional years of study would be allowed, thereafter a student are excluded from the programme.

Compulsory to complete relevant course specific Experiential Training before the student can qualify for graduation

Completion Rules All courses and modules must be completed before one qualifies for graduation. Exclusion Rules The minimum period is three years. However a maximum of five years is allowed. If the student does not graduate after the maximum period, he/she will not be allowed to register. All other exclusion rules explained in the general prospectus of the university will apply (Refer General Prospectus: Page 53, Rule G7 (7.1, 7.2, 7.3).



At the end of Academic Period (year) 1 2 3 4 5

Minimum credits that student must have obtained 60 120 190 240 360

Curriculum Structure The Fashion Curriculum consists of four mother courses, indicated below as shaded areas, with the module courses that comprise the content of the mother course below each shaded area. The module courses’ credits adds up to that of each mother course above it.

FASHION STRUCTURE

Level/Year 1 Technical Drawing I TEDR 1/0 0.05 None None

Creative Design I CRTD 1/0 0.1 None None

Fashion Illustration I FASI 1/0 0.05 None None

Life Drawing I LFDR 1/0 0.05 None None

Two and Three Dimensional Studies I

TATD 1/0 0.05 None None

Pattern Technology I PATT 1/0 0.2 None Garment Technology I Garment Technology I GRMT 1/0 0.2 None Pattern Technology I Textiles I TEXT 1/0 0.05 None None

Clothing Management and Technology I

CMGT 1/0 0.05 None None

History of Clothing Design I HOCD 1/0 0.1 None None

Computer End Use I COMP 1/0 0.033 None None

Communication I COMM 110 0.033 None None

Introduction to Entrepreneurship I

IENT 1/0 0.033 None None

Total to be earned at YR end 1 credit None None

Level/Year 2 Technical Drawing 2 TEDR 2/0 0.07 Technical Drawing 1 None

Creative Design 2 CRTD 2/0 0.1 Creative Design 1 Technical Drawing 2 Fashion Illustration 2 FASI 2/0 0.08 Fashion Illustration 1 None



Two and Three Dimensional Studies 2

TATD 2/0 0.05 Two and Three Dimensional Studies 1

None

Pattern Technology II PATT 2/0 0.15 Pattern Technology I Garment Technology II Pattern Grading I PTNG 1/0 0.05 Pattern Technology I Pattern Technology II Garment Technology II GRMT 2/0 0.15 Garment Technology I Pattern Technology II Textiles II TEXT 2/0 0.05 Textiles I None

Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing I

CADM 1/0 0.05 Computer End Use I Creative Design 2

Clothing Management and Technology II

CMGT 2/0 0.05 Clothing Management and Technology I

None

History of Clothing Design II HOCD 2/0 0.1 History of Clothing Design I

None

Computer End Use II COMP 2/0 0.04 Computer End Use I None

Entrepreneurship I ENTR 1/0 0.06 Introduction to Entrepreneurship I

None

Total to be earned at YR end 1credit

Level/Year 3 Technical Drawing 3 TEDR 3/0 0.07 Technical Drawing 2 Creative 3 Creative Design 3 CRTD 3/0 0.1 Design Studies 2 None

Fashion Illustration 3 FASI 3/0 0.08 Design Studies 2 None

Two and Three Dimensional Studies 3

TATD 3/0 0.05 Design Studies 2 None

Pattern Technology III PATT 3/0 0.175 Applied Clothing Technology 2

Creative Design III, Garment Technology III

Pattern Grading II PTNG 2/0 0.05 Applied Clothing Technology 2

None

Garment Technology III GRMT 3/0 0.175 Applied Clothing Technology 2

Pattern Technology III

Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing II

CADM 2/0 0.05 Applied Clothing Technology 2

Creative Design 3

Clothing Management and Technology III

CMGT 3/0 0.05 Clothing Management and Technology 2

None

History of Clothing Design III HOCD 3/0 0.1 History of Clothing Design II

None



Marketing I MRKT 1/0 0.05 Business Studies II None

Professional Skills I

PRFS 1/0 0.05 Business Studies II None

Total to be earned at YR end 1 credit

1.6 Assessment The purpose of assessment is to ensure that effective learning of the content of each unit has taken place. Evidence of this learning, or the application of the learning, is required for each unit. The assessment of the evidence relates directly to the assessment criteria for each unit, supported by the relevant grade descriptors as set out on the project brief. The process of assessment supports effective learning by seeking and interpreting evidence to determine the competency that learners have reached in their learning, what further learning needs to take place and how best to do this. Summary of grades In order to achieve a pass all outcomes and associated assessment criteria should have been met In order to achieve a merit pass requirements achieved and all merit grade descriptors achieved In order to achieve a distinction pass and merit requirements achieved plus all distinction grade descriptors achieved Award of Qualification The National Diploma: Fashion qualification will be awarded after obtaining all the 360 credits, i.e. all subjects in the laid down curriculum and subject to all Departmental, Faculty and Institutional rules and regulations. [also see Rule G12 of General Prospectus] Programme Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees. Articulation Vertical Articulation Students can enrol for B. TECH Fashion or Advanced Diploma Fashion, at other institutions, or can be credited for some subjects at first and second year for a B-degree Fashion at institutions who offer the course.



Horizontal Articulation Horizontal Articulation can be done with NQF Level 6 qualifications offered by WSU, subject to the admission requirements of that qualification. Core Syllabi of Subjects Offered

MODULE CODE

MODULE NAME

NQF LEVEL CREDITS SEMESTER

CRTD1/0 CREATIVE DESIGN 1

5 0.1 1/2

Lectures per week

Pracs per week Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

1 x 45min 2 x 45min 1 x 1.5h Self Study

0 32 120

Content / Syllabus

Introduction to Colour. Media demonstrations. Skirts. Bodice, Dress. Trousers. Kiddies Wear.

Assessment and progression rules

Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory): 4 x practical assignments. 2 x controlled tests.

Re-examination (Not compulsory): Students will be allowed to redo any unsatisfactory work during the year/semester.

MODULE CODE

MODULE NAME NQF LEVEL CREDITS SEMESTER

TEDR 1/0 TECHNICAL DRAWING 1

5 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week

Pracs per week Tutorials per week


1 x 45min 1 x 45min 1 x 22.5min Self Study

0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Terminology and Techniques. Styles and its construction. Practicals: Accuracy of line detail of the fashion drawing. basic style variations of skirts, dresses, collars, sleeves, cuffs, blouses, trousers and closers. Graphically recording clear representations for constructing patterns and constructional



detail. Relationships of technical drawing to Pattern Technology.






MODULE CODE


FASI 1/0

FASHION ILLUSTRATION 1

5 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week



0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Terminology, Sourcing and Inspiration Techniques. Practicals: 9 Head figure, Fashion poses, Fleshing out figures, Colour wheel, Study of the face, Collage, Fabric rendering, Fashion illustration with fabric rendering, Copy fashion illustrators style.




MODULE CODE


LFDR1/0 LIFE DRAWING 1 5 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week





0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Terminology, Medium handling. Practicals: Shoe realistic, Shoe stylised ink, Pencil drawing wooden figure, Drawing shapes, Fashion articles, Study of the face, Figure poses, Wool bale still life, Charcoal medium drawing, Oil/chalk drawing, free medium choice drawing.




MODULE CODE


TATD 1/0

TWO AND THREE DIMENSIONAL STUDIES 1

5 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week




0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Terminology, Introduction to 2+3D. Practicals: Hats, Handbags, Jewellery, Slippers.




MODULE CODE


PATT 1/0

PATTERN TECHNOLOGY 1

5 0.2 1&2



Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours


32 240

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Identification and importance of pattern and measuring tools. Understanding of human body and taking of measurements, Pattern Terms, and information required on patterns, Introduction to skirt lengths and styles, Different fits of the bodice, types of sleeves, types of pockets Practicals: Construction of Skirt Block, Style Adaptation using skirt block, Bodice Block Construction, Dart Manipulation, Front openings & facings, Different kinds of pockets, Construction of Dress blocks, style adaptations, Construction of a sleeve block, style adaptation for different kinds of sleeves. Kiddies Patterns.




MODULE CODE


GARM 1/0

GARMENT TECHNOLOGY 1

5 0.2 1&2

Lectures per week

Practical per week Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours


32 240

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Being able to identify the machine parts, different types of fabric and their textures. Practicals: Threading of the machine, Sewing of different stitches, Sewing different seam allowances, Sewing different styles, Stitching complete garments.



Re-examination (Not compulsory): Students will be allowed to redo



any unsatisfactory work during the year/semester.

MODULE CODE

MODULE NAME

NQF LEVEL CREDITS SEMESTER

TEXT 1/0 TEXTILE 1 5 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week



0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Textile Fibres, Textile spinning, Yarns, Fabric Construction Techniques: including knitting, weaving, and felting. Textile Care, Textile Identification.




MODULE CODE


CMGT 1/0

CLOTHING MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY 1

5 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week



0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Factory Terminology, Parts of the Machine, Clothing Factory Equipment, Knowledge of various stitch types, needle types, attachments, clothing terms & definitions and safety regulations. Pressing equipment used in a clothing factory, methods of pressing used & fusing equipment. Threads, Trouble shooting, Fasteners, Pattern laying.

Assessment Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory): 2 x tests, 2 practical



and progression rules

assignments. 2 x controlled tests.


Module Code Module Name NQF Level Credits Semester HOCD 1/0

HISTORY OF COSTUME 1

5 0.1 1&2

Lectures per week


3 x 45min 1 x 1.5h Self Study 0 32 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Byzantium, Medieval. Pre-French Revolution, Nineteenth Century Historic Fashion. Practicals: Ancient Fashion, Medieval Fashion, Pre-French Revolution Fashion, Nineteenth Century Fashion.


Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory): 2 x tests, 2 practical assignments. 2 x controlled tests.


Module Code Module Name NQF Level Credits Semester

COMP 110 COMPUTER I 5a 0.03 2

Lectures per week


1 x 45 min 1 x 22.5min Self Study

32 36

Content / Syllabus

Theory: &Practicals: Basic Concepts of Information Technology, Using computers and managing files: Windows XP Professional, Word Processing: using Microsoft Word 2003, Spreadsheets: Using Microsoft Excel 2003, Presentations: Using Microsoft PowerPoint 2003, Information and Communication : MS Internet Explorer

Assessment and




progression rules Re-examination (Not compulsory): Students will be allowed to redo

any unsatisfactory work during the year/semester.


COMM 110

COMMUNICATION I

5 0.03 2

Lectures per week


1 x 45 min 1 x 22.5min Self Study

32 36

Content / Syllabus

Theory & Practicals: Theory of communication and the media, inter and intra personal communication, verbal and nonverbal communication, Organisational communication, intercultural communication, mass media communication.




Module Code Module Name NQF Level Credits Semester IENT 1/0

INTRODUCTION TO ENTREP 1

5a 0.04 1

Lectures per week


2 x 45 min Self Study 32 48

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Entrepreneurship and small business perspective, Basic business concepts, Idea generation and identification of a feasible business idea, Identifying your own business, Simplified business plan.


Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory):2 x tests, 1 x group assignment, 1 x individual assignment.






5 0.07 1&2

Lectures per week


1 x 45 min 2 x 45min 1 x 22.5min Self Study

32 84

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Practicals: Study, Analyse and Understand the given design, Start tracing out a proportioned figure for technical drawings, Dressing up the specified figure according to the creative design provided, A final project to be finished in black fine liner with annotations. Technical Samples - Straight lines- Curved lines- Pockets- Pleats- Style/ Princess Lines – Darts Technical layout Measuring of the distance in-between Reading of the design stipulated


Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory): 8 practical assignments. 2 x controlled tests.



CRTD 2/0

CREATIVE DESIGN 2

5 0.1 1&2

Lectures per week



0 32 120

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Competitions, Menswear, Corsetry, Swimwear, Lingerie, Kiddies Wear, Fashion Week, Tailoring, Range.







FASI 2/0

FASHION ILLUSTRATION

5 0.08 1&2

Lectures per week



1 x 45min 2 x 45min 1 x 45min Self Study

32 96

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Charcoal/mixed media drawing, Magazine cover, Business stationary, Texture project, Self portrait, Stylising self portrait, Collage self portrait, Quick sketching, Fabric collage/drawing, Theatre production character storyboard.





TATD 2/0


5 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours


0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Rings, Belts, Bangles, Bags, Necklace, Beadwork, Scarves, Ties, Hair Pins.







PATT 2/0


5 0.15 1&2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours


32 180

Content / Syllabus

Theory: & Practicals: Pattern terminology, Pre-teen, Men’s Formal Shirt Basic, Men’s Trouser Basic Block, Corset & Semi-lined Panelled Two piece (Cami & Knickers) lingerie, Men’s Tailored Waistcoat, Girls track suit age ( 5-6)





PTGR 1/0

PATTERN GRADING 1

5b 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week



0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Manual Grading, Block Grading Ladies grading and Men’s Grading,







GARM 2/0


5 0.15 1&2

Lectures per week



32 180

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Men’s wear, Semi-tailoring, Lingerie, Corsetry, Teenage wear, Office wear, Traditional wear, Sportswear.





TEXT 2/0 TEXTILE 2 5 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week



0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Textile terminology, Fabric Dyeing, Hand painting, Fabric Printing, Silk Screening, Embroidery, Beadwork, Appliqué, Weaving and Knitting

Assessment Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory):4 practical assignments. 2




x controlled tests.



CADM 1/0

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN 1

5 0.05 2nd semester

Lectures per week



0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Menu’s, Grading, Creating a Size Chart, Marker Making


Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory): 4 class tests, 2 practical assignments. 2 x controlled tests.



CMGT 2/0


5 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours


0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Theory: The Clothing and Textile Industry in South Africa. Factory Flow, storage of raw materials, cutting room-equipment and systems. Manufacturers, suppliers and retailers, production systems in the sewing room. Quality assurance and warehouse, importance of sample ranges, quality & time deadlines, Simple exercises in fabric utilization.




Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory): 4 class tests, 2 x controlled Assignments.



HOCD 2/0


5 0.1 1&2

Lectures per week


3 x 45min 1 x 1.5h Self Study

0 32 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: History of Costume, design and designers through the twentieth century’s 1900’s, 1910’s, 1920’s 1930’s, 1940’s, 1950’s and 1960’s. Practicals: Storyboard. Dress-up, Presentations, Movie Design, Character Design, Portfolio presentation.


Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory): 4 assignments, 2 x controlled tests.



COMP 2/0 COMPUTER 2 5 0.04 1 &2

Lectures per week


2 x 45 min Self Study 32 48

Content / Syllabus

Theory: & Practicals: Word Processing, Excel, PowerPoint presentations







ENTR 1/0 ENTREPRENEURSHIP 1 5b 0.06 1& 2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

1 x 45 min 1x45 min 1x45 min Self Study

32 72

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Writing a business plan, Funding a business Innovation and your business. Task Allocation, HR, Bookkeeping for your small business.






6 0.07 1&2

Lectures per week



32 84

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Advanced principles of Technical Drawing, Detail and components of garments. Practical: development of technical drawings for men and women tailoring, Evening wear and specialised range.







CRTD 3/0

CREATIVE DESIGN 3

6 0.01 1&2

Lectures per week




0 32 120

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Evening wear, tailoring and specialisation ranges.





FASI 3/0

FASHION ILLUSTRATION3

6 0.08 1&2

Lectures per week



1 x 45min 2 x 45min 1 x 45min Self Study

32 96

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Different Design Illustrations, Stylisation of self and figures, Sketching and inspirational designing.







TATD 3/0


6 0.5 1&2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours


0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Hats, Bags, Shoes, Range Accessories, Wearable Art.





PATT 3/0


6 0.175 1&2

Lectures per week


2 x 45 min 6 X 45 min 1x33.75 Self Study

32 210

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Interlinings and their uses in tailored garments. Types of interlinings, fusing processes, and selecting correct interlining. Practical: Compulsory integrated projects from Creative, Pattern and Garment) Construction of a women’s tailored jacket, Block for different fits. Style Adaptation using the correct fit for a style given. Two-piece collars: single and double break lines collars and lapels. Two piece sleeve. Develop patterns and styling for tailored jacket and skirt using an existing patterns. Develop master patterns for specialised styles designed from the Creative class.







GARM 3/0


6 0.175 1&2

Lectures per week


2 x 45 min 6 X 45 min 1x33.75 Self Study

32 210

Content / Syllabus

Theory: &Practicals: Evening wear, Tailoring, Range according to own area of specialisation.


Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory):8 assignments.



PTGR 2/0

PATTERN GRADING 2

6 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week



0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Size, Body and Personal Measurement Charts, Developing Figures, Grading with Ratio’s, ¼ and ½ scale grading, Ladies grading and Men’s Grading, Stylised Grading.

Assessment Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory): 8 assignments, 2 x




controlled tests.



CADM 2/0

COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN 2

6 0.05 2nd semester

Lectures per week



0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Practicals: Digitising, , Grading, Season & Colour Palettes, Creating and Drawing Symmetry Objects, Reducing and Re-colouring a scanned Image,





CMGT 3/0


6 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week

Pracs per week Tutorials per week Number of weeks

Notional hours


0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Design room management, The role of the designer, Suppliers and sourcing, The role of the merchandiser, The role of the buyer, The role of the coordinator.

Assessment Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory):2 tests, 2 assignments, 2




x controlled tests.



HOCD 3/0


6 0.1 1&2

Lectures per week


3 x 45min 1 x 1.5h Self Study

0 32 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and 2000s fashion trends and how it influences modern fashion and design. Practicals: Basic research on all fashion eras above.


Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory): 3 Assignments and one test.


Module Code Module Name

NQF Level Credits Semester

MKTG 1/0

MARKETING 1

6 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week




0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Introduction to Fashion Marketing. Fashion Marketing Basics. The Functions of Marketing. The Fashion Cycle. The Design Process. Everyday Designers, Selling Fashion. Exploring Careers in Fashion Marketing




Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory): 2 Class tests, 2 Assignments 2 x Controlled tests.



PRFS 1/0

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS 1

5a 0.05 1&2

Lectures per week




0 32 60

Content / Syllabus

Theory: CV’s, Resumes, Job descriptions, Funding aspects. E-business. Fashion Show planning and other event management.


Continuous Assessment (CA) (Compulsory):2 Assignments 2 x controlled assignments/presentations


Horizontal Articulation Horizontal Articulation can be done with NQF Level 6 qualifications offered by WSU, subject to the admission requirements of that qualification.



DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY Contact Details Ms A Ndaliso-Roji Information & Communication Technology Butterworth Campus Tel: 047 401 6232 Email: [email protected]

INTRODUCTION AND WELCOME BY THE HEAD OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

The Department of Information and Communication Technology offers core academic programmes at undergraduate level and short learning programmes that cater for generalist and professional development needs.

Our modern society’s reliance on computing is exceptional, as is the speed at which computing technology is developing and changing. Constant innovation and improvement in software performance and security are paramount. So too is the design and maintenance of our software and hardware systems. Career prospects for information technology graduates are excellent as the majority of businesses worldwide require personnel skilled in programming, systems analysis and design, and the management of computer resources.

Computing skills play an increasingly vital role in almost all occupations, and contribute to productivity gains, innovation and employment growth across all South African and international industries. This leads to exciting career opportunities. The industry is now taking a front-row seat in the development of innovative solutions to many of society’s most pressing issues. Many new jobs have been created in the past decade and the long-term career prospects for diplomates and graduates continue to strengthen.

DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

The Department of Information and Communication Technology at IBIKA campus offers undergraduate programmes at the National Diploma and BTech levels. Students who do not qualify entry into the Departmental programmes at undergraduate level, but who are assessed as having the potential to succeed, are admitted to the extended curriculum programmes. From where they may progress into the level 2 of the regular mainstream after the successful completion of study level 1 of the respective programmes. The following is a summary of programmes that are offered by the Department of Information and Communication Technology:

DEPARTMENT PROGRAMMES OFFERED DURATION DELIVERY SITES Department of Information and

National Diploma: Information Technology (Business Applications)

3yrs Ibika



Communication Technology

National Diploma: Information Technology (Communication Networks)

3yrs Ibika

National Diploma: Information Technology (Software Development)

3yrs Ibika

National Diploma: Information Technology with Study Level 1 Curriculum Extended

4yrs Ibika

B Tech: Information Technology (Communication Networks )* (Full Time)

1yr Ibika

B Tech: Information Technology (Software Development)* (Full Time)

1yr Ibika

*These programmes will be offered subject to availability of adequate resources and student numbers

ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION CONTACT DETAILS Contact Details Ms A. Ndaliso-Roji Information & Communication Technology Butterworth Campus Tel: 047 401 6232 Email: [email protected] STUDENT SOCIETY The Information Technology Society (ITS) is independently managed by the students with guidance from the SRC and the IT Department management. The society offers a range of educational activities to its members. The ITS is engaged in community development programmes. These activities enhance leadership and Organisational qualities as well as help to unleash other potential talents of students ACADEMIC FOCUS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY The academic focus of the Department is to offer programmes specifically aimed at preparing students for the workplace by offering training that will enable diplomates and graduates to demonstrate competence, knowledge and judgment in addressing discipline related problems. Department Vision and Mission Vision of the Department The Department of Information and Communication Technology is aiming at contributing to the achievement of local, provincial and national goals of social and economic upliftment by being a leading provider of expertise in connectivity technologies and research; by promoting scientific thinking, and by supporting entrepreneurship and the development of SMMEs



Mission of the Department The mission of the Department of Information and Communication Technology is to offer relevant, community-focused programs and research in an innovative, developmental and accessible learning environment. It also aims at developing highly-skilled diplomates and graduates who are employable, entrepreneurial, and who will contribute towards sustainable development of the country. INFORMATION APPLICABLE TO ALL UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES IN THE DEPARTMENT Admission Rules Prospective students will need at least a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent school-leaving

certificate for admission to a diploma programme and must ensure that four of their seven subjects are from the designated list for a degree programme.

Apart from this, there are also specific subject requirements for some programmes. See in programme descriptions below.

In addition to each programme’s NSC or Matric entry requirements, applicants for the Department of Information and Communication Technology will be required to sit placement tests and may also be required to present themselves for an interview.

The combination of the prospective student’s NSC and placement test results will determine whether the student is admitted to the programme and then will also determine whether the student is placed in either the mainstream programme or the extended programme.

There are limits to the number of students that can be admitted to each programme. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee acceptance into a programme.

Progression Rules for Programmes in the Department of Information and Communication Technology Re-Admission of existing students

Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under institutional rules G8.1, 8.2. 9.1 & 9.2 the Department of Information and Communication Technology has set the following criteria for re-admission. A student that progresses at a slower rate than that set out below, will be refused further re-admission on the grounds of “poor academic performance”

Four year National Diploma: Information Technology (Extended Programme)

At the end of academic period (year) 1 2 3 4 5 6 Minimum credits student must have obtained 40 80 120 180 270 360 Three year National Diploma: Information Technology (main stream)



At the end of academic period (year) 1 2 3 4 5 Minimum credits student must have obtained 60 120 180 270 360

Notes Credits refer to SAQA credits

Registration requirements that must be met

e) First time entering students must enrol for all the required courses at that level (i.e. Level 1A OR Level 1). f) If a student fails courses spanning multiple levels then the student must firstly enrol for the courses at the


g) A student will not be allowed to jump levels or enrol for courses at more than two levels (e.g. a student with Year1 courses outstanding cannot enrol for Year3 courses but will be required to complete the Year1 first).

h) No student will be allowed to register for any courses in the National Diploma: Information Technology mainstream programme until he/she has obtained the 120 credits required for the Year 1&2 of the extended programme

i) The Head of Department may limit the number of courses that a student may enrol for when poor academic progress is evident.

Exit Rules Completion Rules As per Faculty Prospectus THE EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME Extended curriculum programmes lead to the same qualifications as the mainstream programmes. Extended curriculum programmes have been developed for all undergraduate programmes in the Department of Information and Communication Technology, in order to enhance student development and to improve chances of successfully completing the diplomas. In the extended curriculum programme the first year curriculum is extended over two years with additional academic support and tuition. Because the extended curriculum programmes lead to the same qualifications the job opportunities are exactly the same as all the corresponding diploma and degree programmes listed in this prospectus. PROGRAMMES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY The Department of Information and Communication Technology offers the National Diploma: Information Technology and BTech: Information Technology in different specialisations. The National Diploma first level of study is common to all the different specialisations on all the delivery sites. Students undertake their specialisation from their second year of study. The extended programme component is common to all the specialisations. Students proceed to the second level of study in their chosen specialisation after completing the extended program component.



The Department of Information and Communication Technology strives towards improving its leadership role in the higher education sector with specific reference to the IT industry. It promotes excellence in appropriate research and application of technology and offers career orientated diploma and B Tech programmes, in line with the requirements of South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), the Council for Higher Education (CHE) and Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC). Its programs are designed to be relevant to the socio-economic needs of the region and the continent in general.



PROGRAMMES OFFERED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMMES NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BUSINESS APPLICATIONS)

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROGRAMME

NAME OF PROGRAMME

NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (Business Applications)

PURPOSE STATEMENT

To provide basic knowledge that is required for the creation and customisation of total integrated IT solutions to business problems and management of those systems.

RATIONALE

Business analysts and information systems developers/specialists are required locally, nationally, and internationally in any business organisation/industries.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Programmers, business analysts, information systems specialists, computer/IT technician, support service specialists with numerous entrepreneurial opportunities.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

The qualifying learner should have the ability to: Analyse and design software solutions to industry related Information Technology problems. Utilise the required technical skills to effectively implement the designed solutions in a distributed IT environment. Utilise the required technical skill to design and implement solutions in data communications, networks and the internet environment. Demonstrate the effective utilisation of business and management skills to bridge the gap between the IT discipline and the business functional areas in industry. Demonstrate the ability to use hardware to its full potential by understanding the technical operation of hardware and to control it on a low level.



Demonstrate the ability to provide support services.

PROGRAMME CURRICULUM

NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BUSINESS APPLICATIONS) 360 CREDITS OVER 3 YEARS

DELIVERY SITE: IBIKA

STUDY LEVEL 1: ONE YEAR FULL TIME

COURSE DEPT CODE CREDITS

S/Y F/C PRE-REQUISITE

Development Software 1

DEV1120 30 Y C Admission Requirements

Information Systems 1

INF1120 30 Y C Admission Requirements

Information Technology Skills 1

ITS1120 30 Y F Admission Requirements

System Software 1

SYS1130 30 Y C Admission Requirements


Applied Statistics 2

AST2110 30 Y C Admission Requirements


INF2120 30 Y F Information Systems 1

Business Analysis 2

BNL2110 30 Y C Admission Requirements

Business Accounting 1

BACC1110 30 Y C Admission Requirements


Management Information Systems 3

MIS3110 30

Y C Business Analysis 2




INF3120 30 Y C Information Systems 2

Business Analysis 3

BNL3110 30 Y C Business Analysis 2

Enterprise Systems Technologies 3

EST3110 30 Y C Information Systems 2

Y: Year S: Semester F: Foundation C: Core E: Elective

UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE, DISTRIBUTION OF CREDITS & PROGRAMME RULES

Knowledge to analyse and design business systems to provide decision support on appropriate technology for acquiring and processing knowledge essential for innovation, and for betterment of Organisational responsiveness, effectiveness and /or efficiency.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC)

Minimum statutory NSC requirements for diploma entry must be met i.e. NSC achievement rating of 3 (Moderate Achievement, 40-49%) or better in four recognised NSC 20-credit subjects. COMPULSORY NSC SUBJECTS : NSC achievement rating of at least 4 (50-59%) in English as a home language or first additional language level and either 5 (60-69%) in Mathematical Literacy or 3 (40-49%) in Mathematics

GRADE 12/ MATRIC

Applicants must have obtained full Matriculation Exemption, Conditional Exemption or Mature Age Exemption if the Candidate is 23 years on the year of registration with the following subjects: English First Language E(HG)/D(SG) or English Second Language D(HG)/C(SG) Mathematics E(HG)/D(SG)

FET COLLEGE

An N3 certificate with C symbols for at least four subjects including Mathematics and English as well the language requirements for the Senior Certificate. National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 (NCV4)

Must meet NC(V) Level 4 statutory requirements



Must obtain the following (minimum) percentage score for the fundamental subjects

o English – 50% (as it is the University’s language of learning and teaching (LOTL))

o Mathematics – 50% OR Mathematics literacy – 60%

o Life Orientation – 50%

60% for three of the following compulsory vocational modules (in any combination):

o Systems Analysis and Design

o Data Communication and Networking

o Computer Programming

o Physical Science

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Applications from international students are considered in terms of the institutional equivalence reference document and (where required) submission qualification to SAQA for benchmarking in terms of HEQF

MATURE AGE ENDORSEMENT

(as per General Prospectus G1.6)

PLACEMENT TESTS

On completion of placement tests in Numeracy and English, points are awarded for final school results and placement tests to determine placement of student into 3 year or the Extended 4 year Programme.

RECOGNITION OF CREDITS FROM OTHER INSTITUTIONS

Not more than 50% of subjects in the Diploma will be exempted in this way All exit level subjects should be done in the department. Also See General Prospectus Rule G15 & G16.

DISTRIBUTION OF CREDITS OVER THE LEVELS

Study Level 1: CREDITS 120 (NQF level 5) Study Level 2: CREDITS 120 (NQF level 5/6) Study Level 3: CREDITS 120 (NQF level 6)

PROGRAMME RULES

PROMOTION RULES

All core and pre-requisite courses must be completed.



Refer section 8.2 for additional rules.

EXIT RULES

COMPLETION

All courses and modules must be completed.

EXCLUSION

Maximum 3 years plus two additional years allowed. Refer section 8.2 for additional rules.

National Diploma: Information Technology (Communication Networks)


NAME OF PROGRAMME

NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (Communication Networks)

PURPOSE STATEMENT

To provide the basic knowledge that is required to design, develop, implement and manage reliable and cost effective computer networks for the purpose of communication and information sharing in an Organisation.

RATIONALE

Computer network specialists/administrators/technicians are required locally, nationally, and internationally in any business Organisation/industries.


Network Technician, network administrator, support service specialist, computer/IT technician with numerous entrepreneurial opportunities.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

The qualifying learner should have the ability to: Analyse and design software solutions to industry related Information Technology problems. Utilise the required technical skills to effectively implement the designed solutions in a distributed IT environment. Utilise the required technical skill to design and implement solutions in data communications, networks, and the internet environment. Demonstrate the effective utilisation of business and management skills to bridge the gap between the IT discipline and the business functional areas in industry.



Demonstrate the ability to use hardware to its full potential by understanding the technical operation of hardware and to control it on a low level. Demonstrate the ability to provide support services.


NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (COMMUNICATION NETWORKS) 360 CREDITS OVER 3 YEARS











System Software 1

SYS1130 30 Y C Admission Requirements


Communication Networks 2

CNT2110 30

Y C System Software 1

IT Electronics 2 ITE2110 30 Y F Admission Requirements

Technical Programming 1

PTP1130 30 Y C Development Software 1

Distributed Systems 2

DST2110 30 Y C Systems Software 1



CNT3110 30

Y C Communication Networks 2



Emerging Technologies 3

EMT3110 30 Y C Distributed Systems 2


PTP2110 30 Y C Technical Programming 1

Project Management 3

PMT3110 30 Y C Communication Networks 2


UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE, ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS, DISTRIBUTION OF CREDITS & PROGRAMME RULES

As for National Diploma: Information Technology (Business Applications) above

National Diploma: Information Technology (Software Development)


NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT) 360 CREDITS OVER 3 YEARS











System Software 1 SYS1130 30 Y F Admission Requirements



DEV2130 30

Y C Development Software 1

Information Systems 2 INF2120 30 Y C Information



Systems 1


PTP1120 30


Graphic User Interface Design 1

GUD1110 30 Y F Admission Requirements



DEV3120 30



INF3120

30 Y C Information Systems 2


PTP2110 30 Y C Technical Programming 1

System Software 2 SYS2120

30 Y C System Software 1

Y: Year S: Semester F: Foundation C: Core

UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE, ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS, DISTRIBUTION OF CREDITS & PROGRAMME RULES

As per ND: Information Technology (Business Applications) above

National Diploma: Information Technology (EXTENDED CURRICULUM)


NAME OF PROGRAMME

NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (EXTENDED CURRICULUM)

PURPOSE STATEMENT

The purpose of extending the curriculum is to improve the success and graduation rates of students from disadvantaged backgrounds within the National Diploma: Information Technology programmes offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Technology. In order to achieve its purpose the programme aims to: Provide students “at risk” with a viable platform to successfully undertake computing

studies at tertiary education level.



Provide students from disadvantaged backgrounds with an adequate level of foundational competence which is based on specific and discipline-related computing knowledge.

Improve the retention and throughput of disadvantaged students entering the mainstream programmes.

Provide a learning environment where the gap in terms of disadvantaged learner needs and the learner support required are bridged.

The programme will contain, but is not limited to the following enrichment areas: Academic Literacy - will provide learners with the ability to attend to their academic

needs, manage their academic behaviour, manage their time, and exercise personal choices with respect to their academic studies that are both reflective and independent.

Life Skills – will provide learners with the skills necessary to deal with topical psychological and social factors as both an individual and a student.

Maths Literacy – will provide learners with the necessary foundation to seek to improve their numeric skills by making use of daily examples to instil mathematical principles.

Communication in English – will provide learners with the effective methods for improving interpersonal communication. The importance of this area arises from the fact that the majority of information technology related business transactions in South Africa are done in English, and does not diminish the importance of any one mother tongue.

Information Literacy – will capacitate learners in competencies like locating, sifting, sorting and evaluating various information sources in order to select what is required and present it in a useful way.

RATIONALE

IT specialists are required locally, nationally, and internationally in the ICT and allied industries.


Programmer, systems developer, database administrator, systems analyst, support specialist with numerous entrepreneurial opportunities.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

The qualifying learner should have the ability to: Analyse and design software solutions to industry related Information Technology

problems. Utilise the required technical skills to effectively implement the designed solutions in a

distributed IT environment. Utilise the required technical skill to design and implement solutions in data

communications, networks and the internet environment. Demonstrate the effective utilisation of business and management skills to bridge the

gap between the IT discipline and the business functional areas in industry. Demonstrate the ability to use hardware to its full potential by understanding the



technical operation of hardware and to control it on a low level. Demonstrate the ability to provide support services.


NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME) 360 CREDITS OVER 4 YEARS


STUDY LEVEL 1A: ONE YEAR FULL TIME


S/Y F/C/E

PRE-REQUISITE

Information Technology Skills Extended Year 1

EITS110 20 Y F Admission Requirements

Information Systems 1 Extended Year 1

EINS110 20 Y F Admission Requirements

System Software 1 Extended Year 1

ESYS110 20 Y F Admission Requirements

*STUDY LEVEL 1B: ONE YEAR FULL TIME

Development Software 1 Extended Year 2

EDEV120

30 Y F Information Technology Skills Extended Year 1 System Software 1 Extended Year 1

Information Technology Skills 1 Extended Year 2

EITS120 10 Y F Information Technology Skills Extended Year 1

Information Systems 1 Extended Year 2

EINS120 10 Y F Information Systems 1 Extended Year 1

System Software 1 Extended Year 2

ESYS120 10 Y F System Software 1



Extended Year 1

STUDY LEVEL 2: ONE YEAR FULL TIME (120 Credits) According to one of the following specialisations: Business Applications Communication Networks Software Development

STUDY LEVEL 3: ONE YEAR FULL TIME (120 Credits) According to one of the following specialisations chosen in Study LEVEL 2: Business Applications Communication Networks Software Development


ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS, PROGRAMME RULES

As for National Diploma: Information Technology (Business Applications) above

PROGRESSION RULES AND EXCLUSION RULES

Maximum duration of programme is four (4) years plus two (2) additional years. Refer section 8. 2 for additional rules.

DISTRIBUTION OF CREDITS

Study Level 1A: 60 Credits NQF Level 5 Study Level 1B: 60 Credits NQF Level 5 Study Level 2: 120 Credits NQF Levels 5/6 Study Level 3: 120 Credits NQF Level 6 11.2.3 Courses in the National Diploma: Information Technology Programme Applied Statistics 2

Course Code Course Name NQF Level Credits Year

AST2110 Applied Statistics 2 5 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

5x45 min 0 2x45 min. 25 300

Content / Mathematics (sets, relations, functions, basic logic, and graphs and



Syllabus trees for IT) Statistics and probability in Information Technology.

Entry Rules Admission Requirements


Duly Performed (DP): Average of Summative assessments. To qualify for examination students must obtain a Duly Performed of 40%. The contribution of the duly performed (DP) to the overall assessment (OA) is 40%.

Examination (EA): One paper based examination. To qualify for Overall Assessment (OA) students must obtain an examination mark of 40%. The contribution of the examination (EA) to the overall assessment (OA) is 60%.

Overall Assessment or Final Mark (OA): OA = 40% (DP) + 60% (EA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.

Re-examination: To qualify for re-examination students must obtain an overall assessment of between 40 and 49%.

Business Analysis 2


BNL2110 Business Analysis 2 5 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

5x45 min 1x45 min. 1x45 min. 25 300

Content / Syllabus

1. Introduction to Business Management. The Enterprise and its Environments. 3. The Enterprise and its field of business. 4. Choice of a form of Enterprise and Establishment procedures. 5. Different levels of management. 6. Introduction To E-Business And E-Commerce, 7. E-Commerce Fundamentals. 8. E-Business Infrastructure, 9. E-Environment, 10. E-Business Strategy, 11. Supply Chain Management, 12. E-Procurement, 13. E-Marketing, 14. Customer Relationship Management

Entry Rules Admission criteria

Assessment Duly Performed (DP): Average of Summative assessments. To




qualify for examination students must obtain a Duly Performed of 40%. The contribution of the duly performed (DP) to the overall assessment (OA) is 40%.


Overall Assessment or Final Mark (OA): OA = 40%(DP) + 60%(EA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.


Business Analysis 3


BNL3110 Business Analysis 3 6 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 4 x 45min 0 25 300

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Financial Management module - Fundamentals of Financial Management, Working capital management and short-term planning, Long-term financial management. MS Excel Module - Visual presentation of data, Measures of central tendency, Measures of dispersion, Linear regression and correlation analysis, Time series analysis and forecasting, Data analysis (Inference), Sampling and Sampling Distributions, Confidence interval estimation, Regression analysis, Uncertainty (measuring and modelling), Elementary Probability, Probability Distributions, Waiting lines and Queuing theory.

Entry Rules Business Analysis 2










CNT2110 Communication Networks 2

6 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 40 min 2 x 40min 1 x 40 min 25 300

Content / Syllabus

1. Communicating over the Network. 2. OSI Layers 3. Ethernet. 4. Planning and Cabling Networks. 5. Configuring and Testing Network. 6. Routing and Packet Forwarding. 7. Routing Protocols 8. VLSM and CIDR 9. Routing Table 10. Basic Switch configuration 11.Basic Switch management 12. Designing Local Area Networks 13. Virtual Local Area Network and VTP 14. Spanning Tree Protocols 15. Introduction to Wireless Routing and Switching

Entry Rules Systems Software 1




Overall Assessment or Final Mark (OA): OA = 40%(DP) +



60%(EA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.




CNT3110 Communication Networks 3

7 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 25 300

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to Wide Area Networks 2.Wide Area Network technologies 3.Introduction to Network Security 4.Access Control Lists and Internet Protocol Addressing 5. Quality of Service 6. Advanced Routing Practical(Lecturer led): On completion of this module, learners should be able to design and implement Virtual Local Area Networks and implement small networks across a range of applications and understand quality of service. Tutorials (lecturer led): Tutorials are done on the theory mentioned above.

Entry Rules Communication Networks 2









DEV1120 Development Software 1 5 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

2 x 45 min 3 x 45 mins (lecturer led)

2 x 45 min (lecturer led)

25 300

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. The Software Development Environment 2. General Problem Solving 3. Pseudocode 4. Problem Solving Tools & Simple Selection 5. Using Visual Basic Console Application 6. Advanced Selection, Iteration and VB functions Tutorials (lecturer led): Paper based exercises pertaining to theory. Practicals (lecturer led): Computer based exercises pertaining to theory.












Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours



25 300

Content / Syllabus

1. Introduction To Visual Basic .Net, .Net Framework And VB IDE 2. Basic Data Types And Vb.Net Controls. 3. Debugging and Error handling in Vb.Net. 4. User Interface Design. 5. User Defined Procedures/Functions. 6. Files, Directories And Streams. 7. Web Forms and XML web services 8. Accessing Databases In Vb.Net

Entry Rules Development Software 1











Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 0 25 300

Content / Syllabus

1. Database Programming using ADO.NET. 2. Advanced Data Updating Using Vb.Net 2005. 3. Writing Reports using Crystal Reports. 4. Internet Applications using ASP.NET (Web Forms and controls). 5. Web Services. 6. Adding Help files to VB.NET.







Distributed Systems 2


DST2110 Distributed Systems 2 6 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 45 min

3 x 45 min (Lecturer Led) 0 25 300



Content / Syllabus

Operating Systems Internal Functionality (memory management, process(o)r management and file management), Introduction & Architecture Of Distributed Computing System, Principles & Paradigms With Distributed Systems, OSI Model & Communication In A Distributed System And Communication Models, RPC & Client-Server Stubs, Different Types Of Communication, Shell Scripting in Linux

Entry Rules Systems Software 1






Emerging Technologies 3


EMT3110 Emerging Technologies 3 7 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 25 300

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Wireless 2. Network Security 3. Mobile Computing 4. Real-time applications Practical (Lecturer led): On completion of this module, learners should understand cutting edge technologies. Tutorials (lecturer led): Tutorials are done on the theory mentioned above.



Entry Rules Distributed Systems 2




Overall Assessment or Final Mark (OA): OA = 40% (DP) + 60%(EA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.

Enterprise Systems Technologies 3


EST3110 Enterprise Systems Technologies 3

6

30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 3 x 45 min (lecturer led)


25 300

Content / Syllabus

Enterprise Information Systems and Technology Background Data Input and Output Capabilities Enterprise Resource Planning Enterprise Information Systems Life Cycle and ERP Systems Development

Entry Rules Information Systems 2



Examination (EA): One paper based examination. To qualify for Overall Assessment (OA) students must obtain an examination mark



of 40%. The contribution of the examination (EA) to the overall assessment (OA) is 60%.



Graphical User Interface Design 1


GUD1110 Graphical User Interface Design 1

5 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours



25 300

Content / Syllabus

1. Characteristics of Graphical and non-graphical user interface 2.The user interface design process 3.The principles of good screen design 4. Introduction to HCI 5. Interaction design basics in various application domains 6.Usability guidelines, standards and principles 7.Components of GUI/Web interfaces 8. Emerging Technologies in I/O devices





Overall Assessment or Final Mark (OA): OA = 40% (DP) + 60% (EA).



To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.




INF1120 INFORMATION SYSTEMS 1

5 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3x45 min 2x45 min 2 x 45 min (lecturer led)

25 300

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Module 1: Information Systems and the Internet , Module 2: Software, Module 3: Information Processing Cycle, Module 4: Communication Networks , Module 5: Computer Security, Ethics and Privacy, Module 6: Relational Databases, Module:7 Careers in Information Systems / Technology Practical: Module 1:Typing, Internet(WWW), E-mail and FTP, Module 2: Calculator paint and File Management, Module 3: Word Processor, Module 4: PowerPoint, Module 5: Spreadsheet, Module 6: Access











INF2120 Information Systems 2 6 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 0 x 45 min 25 300

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. The Systems Development Environment, 2. Systems Planning, 3. Systems Analysis: Determining Systems Requirements, 4. Systems Analysis: Modelling System Requirements, 5. Database Systems, 6. Designing Databases, 7. Evaluating Alternatives For Requirements, Environment, And Implementation, 8. Designing The User Interface, 9. Systems Implementation, 10. Systems Analysis: Modelling System Requirements, 11. Database Systems, 12. Designing Databases











INF3120 Information Systems 3 6 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 0 x 45 min 25 300

Content / Syllabus

1. Entity Relationship (ER) Modelling, 2. Advanced Data Modelling, 3. Transaction Management And Concurrency Control, 4. Distributed Database Management Systems, 5. The Data Ware House, 6. Database Design Using MySQL, 7. SQL Server 2005: Databases And Application Development, 8. It Project Management, 9. E-Commerce And Internet (Excluded on Potsdam Campus)









ITS1120 Information Technology Skills 1

5 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours



4 x 45 min 3 x 45 min (lecturer led)

25 300

Content / Syllabus

1. Academic Skills 2. Communication Skills 3. Legal issues in IT 4. Entrepreneurship 5. Introduction to Maths & Stats as applied to Business 6. Introduction to Logical Reasoning 7. HIV/AIDS







IT Electronics 2


ITE2110 IT ELECTRONICS II 6 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 25 300

Content / Syllabus

IT Mathematics : 1. Binary Review, 2. Computer Codes, 3. Zoned Decimal and Packed Decimal Formats, 4. Computer Arithmetic, 5. Representation of Numbers in the Computer, 6. Methods of proof, 7. Theory of Sets, 8. Fundamentals of logic, 9. Algebraic Structures, 10.Functions



Computer Architecture : 1. Digital Logic, 2. Digital Systems, 3. Machine Level Representation of Data, 4. Assembly Level Machine Organisation, 5. Memory System Organisation and Architecture, 6. Interfacing and Communication, 7. Alternative Architectures.






Management Information Systems 3


MIS3110 Management Information Systems 3

6 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 3 x 45min 1 x 45 min 25 300

Content / Syllabus

Commercial Law: Sale and Acquisition of Goods, Credit and Security, Consumer Credit and protection, Company law, close corporations, law of partnerships, information technology legislation issues E-Commerce: Web-based tools for Electronic Commerce, Implementing Security for Electronic Commerce, Electronic Payment Systems , B2B Strategies, Impacts and Issues of Electronic Commerce, Design and Implementation of a web-based trading software

Entry Rules Business Analysis 2








Project Management 3


PMT3110 Project Management 3 7 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 40 min 2 x 40min 1 x 40 min 25 300

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Project Management Overview, 2. PM in IT Context, 3. Project Integration 4. Project Management of Scope, Time, Cost, Quality, Human Resource, Communications and Risk. Practical : Network Project

Entry Rules Communication Networks 2








System Software 1


SYS1130 System Software 1 5 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

2x45 min 2x45 min 2x45 min. (lecturer led)

25 300

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to the personal computer 2.Number Systems 3. Safe lab procedures and tools to use 4. Computer assembly 5. Preventative maintenance and troubleshooting 6. Fundamentals of operating systems 7. Fundamental laptops and portable devices 8. Printers and scanners 9. Networks 10. Security 11. Communication skills Tutorials (lecturer led): N/A Practicals (lecturer led): Computer based exercises pertaining to theory





Overall Assessment or Final Mark (OA): OA = 40% (DP) + 60% (EA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall



assessment of 50%.


System Software 2


SYS2120 System Software 2 5 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 45 min

3 x 45 min (Lecturer Led) 0 25 300

Content / Syllabus

Theory 1. History and Evolution of Operating systems 2. Memory Management 3. Process (or) Management 4. File Management 5. Device Management 6. Introduction to Virtual Machine technologies 7. Server Administration (Proprietary & Open Source Environments) 8. User and Group Supervision 9. Printer Services 10. Troubleshooting techniques 11. Introduction to System Security

Entry Rules System Software 1










PTP1130 Technical Programming 1 5 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours



25 300

Content / Syllabus

Theory: 1. Basic elements of C++ 2. Understand the usage of input and output streams 3. Control structures and describe their usage 4. Use of arrays in a program 5. Functions/methods 6. Overview of Java 7. Object-oriented Programming Concepts 8. Review of Programming elements in relation to Java 9. Basic Input and Output in Java Tutorials (lecturer led):.Same topics discussed in theory classes. Learners broken down into smaller groups to discuss these topics with examples. Practical (lecturer led):.Learners get to work on their individual and group projects. These projects demonstrate the Learner’s understanding of how to apply the Design Guidelines discussed in Theory Classes.





Overall Assessment or Final Mark (OA): OA = 40 %( DP) + 60 %( EA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.






PTP2120 Technical Programming 2 6 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours


0 25 300

Content / Syllabus

1. Object Oriented Programming 2. Control Structures 3. Data Structures 4. Inheritance and Aggregation 5. Interfaces and Packages, 6. Exceptions, 7. File Management, Streams and I/O 8. Graphical User Interface –Containers 9. GUI-Layout 10. JDBC Database Connectivity 11. Threads

Entry Rules Technical Programming 1






Courses in the Extended Curriculum of the National Diploma: IT Programme Enrichment Modules Integrated Into The National Diploma Regular Courses Academic Literacy and Communication in English Deals with the English language proficiency and will provide learners with the ability to attend to their academic needs, manage their academic behaviour, manage their time, and exercise personal choices with respect to their academic studies that are both reflective and independent



Information Literacy Provides the means to capacitate learners in competencies like locating, sifting, sorting and evaluating various information sources in order to select what is required and present it in a useful way. Communication in English Provides learners with effective methods for improving interpersonal communication. The importance of this area arises from the fact that the majority of Information Technology related business transactions in South Africa are done in English, and does not diminish the importance of any one mother tongue.



Life Skills Equips students with life management skills, personal finance, encourages them to be responsible citizens and will provide learners with the skills necessary to deal with topical psychological and social factors as both an individual and a student. Mathematical Literacy Deals with the application of mathematics in everyday life activities and in business. The objective of the course is to make students aware of the systematic approach in IT subjects such as Development Software and to serve as a basis for the more specialised fields of study. Courses Development Software 1B


EDEV120 Development Software 1B 5 30 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours


4 X 45 mins(lecturer led)

25 600

Content / Syllabus Core subject

Learners are taught how to analyse problems and how to write logically correct algorithmic solutions using pseudocode and the VB.Net (Console Application) programming language. Learners are introduced to the concept of the Program Development Cycle and taught how to use some of the tools associated with each stage. Note: Foundational provision is in the form of additional time. Theory: 1. The Software Development Environment 2. General Problem Solving 3. Pseudocode 4. Problem Solving Tools & Simple Selection 5. Using Visual Basic Console Application 6. Advanced Selection, Iteration and VB functions Tutorials (lecturer led): Paper based exercises pertaining to theory. Practicals (lecturer led): Computer based exercises pertaining to theory.

Entry Rules Information Technology Skills 1A and System Software 1A



Information Systems 1A

Module Code Module Name NQF Level Credits Year

EINS110 INFORMATION SYSTEMS 1A

5 20 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

2 x 45 min 2 x 45 min 0 25 180

Enrichment module 2 x 45 min

0 0 25 80

Content / Syllabus

Information Systems course, in the first year, teach students to effectively use some common application software that are used in office and business. It includes a word processor (Microsoft Word), a spreadsheet (Microsoft Excel), and presentation software (Microsoft PowerPoint). The students will also learn how to use internet effectively to access information and will use e-mail for communication. Note: Foundational provision is in the form of additional time and includes Life Skills enrichment. Theory: Theory: 1. Module 1: Information Systems and the Internet. Module 2: Software, Module 3: Information Processing Cycle. Practical: Module 1: Typing, Internet(WWW), E-mail and FTP, Module 2: Calculator paint and File Management, Module 3: Word Processor, Module 4: PowerPoint

Information Systems 1B


EINS120 INFORMATION SYSTEMS 1B

5 10 1


Number of weeks

Notional hours

2 x 45 min 3 x 45 min 0 25 200


0 0 25 120



Content / Syllabus

In the second year of this course, learners will be taught the basic principles of computer processing. The students will be aware of various IT professions and the skills required in each of these specialised fields. The learners will be aware of the various types of threats to computer systems and will know the basic precautions to be taken to use the computer system in a secure environment. The learners will appreciate the impact of computers on the modern society and how computers could be used to improve the lives of people. Learners will use a relational database and spreadsheet. Note: Foundational provision is in the form of additional time and includes Information Literacy enrichment. Theory: 1. Communication networks, 2. Database management, 3. Computer security, ethics & privacy, 4. Careers in information systems / technology Practical: 1. Spreadsheet, 2. Databases(Relational databases)

Information Technology Skills 1A


EITS110 IT SKILLS 1A 5 20 1


Number of weeks

Notional hours

2 x 45 min 0 2x 45 min(lecturer led)

25 180

Enrichment Module (6 x 45)

0 0 25 250

Content / Syllabus

The course concentrates on developing specific skills in an IT environment. It covers study skills and research skills, oral and written communication skills. The students will learn how to work effectively in a group, how to manage stress and conflict and will also gain a general understanding of the various legal aspects that are applicable in the IT industry. Students will also be introduced to logical reasoning needed in problem solving in the IT context. Note: Foundational provision is in the form of additional time and includes Academic Literacy and Communication in English enrichment. 1. Academic Skills 2. Communication Skills 3. Legal issues in IT 4. Introduction to Logical Reasoning



Information Technology Skills 1B


EITS120 IT SKILLS 1B 5 10 1


Number of weeks

Notional hours

2 x 45 min 0 1 x 45 min (lecturer led)

25 120

Content / Syllabus

The course will reinforce the skills students have learnt during the first year and will cover entrepreneurship and the basic business principles in an IT environment. Students will also be introduced to Maths and Stats as applied to business. The final module covers the issues of HIV/AIDS. Note: Foundational provision is in the form of additional time. 4. Introduction to Logical Reasoning 5. Entrepreneurship 6. Introduction to Maths & Stats as applied to Business 7. HIV/AIDS

System Software 1A


ESYS110 System Software 1A 5 20

1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

Core subject 2 x 45 min

Core subject 1 x 45 min

0 25 180


0 0 25 350

Content / Syllabus

Systems software course makes students aware of the relationship between hardware and the software. The course mainly deals with the hardware concepts. Students will be taught to identify the various hardware components that make up a computer system and explain the purpose and characteristics of each of them. They will be taught to assemble a computer using the individual components.



Students will also learn the basic precautions to be taken when handling and using these components. The course will also include the concepts of basic preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. Students will learn how to upgrade computer systems to have multimedia capabilities. They will also learn the basic concepts of networking of computer systems. Note: Foundational provision is in the form of additional time and Mathematical Literacy. Theory: Module1: Introduction to Personal Computer, Module2: Number Systems, Module3: Safe Labs Procedures and tool used, Module4: Computer Assembly –step by step, Module5: Basic Preventative Maintenance and Troubleshooting, Module6: Fundamental Operating Systems, Module7: Multimedia Capabilities, Module8: Network Fundamentals, Module9: Advanced Hardware. Practicals: Online Practicals and Labs (Simulation program: to assemble a computer)

System Software 1B


ESYS120 System Software 1B 5 10

1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

2 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 0 25 120

Content / Syllabus

In the second year, the course covers the concept of multimedia computer systems. Students will learn how to upgrade the computer systems to have multimedia capabilities. They will also learn the basic concepts of networking of computer systems. They will learn the various types of topologies and will be able to select a particular topology for specific environments. They will be able to install, maintain and troubleshoot various peripheral devices like printers along with an existing computer system. Note: Foundational provision is in the form of additional time. Theory: Module7: Multimedia Capabilities, Module8: Network Fundamentals, Module9: Advanced Hardware, Module10: Printers and Printing, Module11: Upgrading PC components, Module12:



Preventative Maintenance Safety, Module13: Troubleshooting PC hardware, Module14:Troubleshooting Software



BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME Description of Programme The Bachelor of Technology: Information Technology programme is taken over one full-time year or two part-time years in two specialisations: Communications Networks or Software development. This one year programme is normally undertaken by students with an excellent academic record in the National Diploma: Information Technology who wish to broaden their knowledge as further preparation for professional practice or to meet the requirements for admission to a research degree. Students enrolled in the programme are required to complete a project and directed electives. Programme Information The Bachelor of Technology: Information Technology is a one-year 120 credit programme made up of eight 12-credit coursework modules and an individual, supervised project worth 24 credits. Bachelor of Technology: Information Technology (Communication Networks)


NAME OF PROGRAMME

Bachelor of Technology: Information Technology (Communication Networks)

PURPOSE STATEMENT

The programme provides students with the advanced skills needed for careers involving the design, configuration and implementation of computer networks.

RATIONALE OF PROGRAMME

Information Technologists are required locally, nationally, and internationally in the scientific, business and manufacturing industries. A BTech degree also naturally leads to a research higher degree at master or doctorate level.


Graduates enjoy excellent career prospects as the majority of businesses countrywide require personnel skilled in programming, computer networks. Students can go to more interesting research and development positions in the ICT industries because of their extra skills.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES Manage and control an IT environment by applying management skills and strategies (C)



To demonstrate an ability to understand and apply advanced Communication Network principles. (C) Apply advanced techniques in the design and implementation of solutions to IT oriented problems. Apply advanced techniques in the analysis and design of IT software systems (E) Apply advanced techniques in the planning and design of network systems and infrastructures (C) Demonstrate the ability to plan and integrate the User Interface with the design of a production system. (E) Apply advanced techniques in analysis, design and implementation of a database/knowledge base system. (E) Apply advance techniques in the introduction and control of information security in an IT environment. (E) Inter-relate various operating systems, application systems, databases, etc. into a single operating environment. (E) Develop and implement an expert system. (E) Apply research techniques to analyse and design effective solutions for IT problems. (E) Effectively document proposed solutions. (E) Explain the concepts of artificial intelligence and commercial applications that can result from it. (E) Develop and implement local area network. (C) Develop and implement advanced Internet and web solutions. (E) Develop and implement advanced solutions for intelligent industrial systems. (E) Manage end user call centres. (E) Develop and implement advanced technical systems. (E) Demonstrate the ability to produce a professionally prepared dissertation. (E) Demonstrate the ability to produce professionally prepared progress reports on work done as part of the industry exposure needed for this qualification. (E) Effectively administer a certain IT specialist field. Administer the design and implementation of business applications (E) Administer the design and implementation of software and database systems. (E) Administer a network and data communications environment. (C) Administer the full utilisation of Web development and Internet solutions. (E) Administer the design and implementation of intelligent industrial system applications (E) Administer support services systems (E) Administer the design and implementation of technical applications (E) Administer a hardware and computer architecture environment. (E)




Course Code

Course Title Semester Credits Course Type

REM4110 Research Methodology IV 1&2 12 Core

PRJ4110 Projects IV 1&2 24 Core

CSC4111 Computer Security IV 1 12 Core

FMT4111 Functional Management IV 1 12 Core

CNT4111 Communication Networks IV 1 12 Core

Course Code


OPS4112 Operating Systems IV 2 12 Core

PMT4112 Project Management IV 2 12 Core

ITM4112 Information Technology Management IV

2 12 Core

ACN4112 Advanced Communication Networks IV

2 12 Core

11.2.5.3.7 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have successfully completed the National Diploma or equivalent programme in a cognate discipline with a minimum 60% pass.

Bachelor of Technology: Information Technology (Software Development)


NAME OF PROGRAMME

Bachelor of Technology: Information Technology (Software Development)

PURPOSE STATEMENT

The programme provides students with the advanced skills needed for careers involving the design, configuration and implementation of computer networks.



RATIONALE OF PROGRAMME

Information Technologists are required locally, nationally, and internationally in the scientific, business and manufacturing industries. A BTech degree also naturally leads to a research higher degree at master or doctorate level.


Graduates enjoy excellent career prospects as the majority of businesses countrywide require personnel skilled in programming, computer networks. Students can go to more interesting research and development positions in the ICT industries because of their extra skills.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES Apply the required strategies to manage an IT specialist area. Manage and control an IT environment by applying management skills and strategies (c) To demonstrate an ability to understand and apply advanced software development principles. (C) Apply advanced techniques in the design and implementation of solutions to IT oriented problems. Apply advanced techniques in the analysis and design of IT software systems (E) Develop and implement advanced software systems (C) Apply advanced techniques in the planning and design of network systems and infrastructures (E) Demonstrate the ability to plan and integrate the User Interface with the design of a production system (E) Apply advanced techniques in analysis, design and implementation of a database/knowledge base system (E) Apply advance techniques in the introduction and control of information security in an IT environment (E) Inter-relate various operating systems, application systems, databases, etc. into a single operating environment (E) Develop and implement an expert system (E) Apply research techniques to analyse and design effective solutions for IT problems. (E) Effectively document proposed solutions (E) Explain the concepts of artificial intelligence and commercial applications that can result from it. (E) Develop and implement local area networks (E) Develop and implement advanced Internet and web solutions. (E) Develop and implement advanced solutions for intelligent industrial systems. (E) Manage end user call centres. (E) Develop and implement advanced technical systems. (E) Demonstrate the ability to produce a professionally prepared dissertation. (E) Demonstrate the ability to produce professionally prepared progress reports on work done as



part of the industry exposure needed for this qualification. (E) Effectively administer a certain IT specialist field. Administer the design and implementation of business applications (E) Administer the design and implementation of software and database systems (C) Administer a network and data communications environment. (E) Administer the full utilisation of Web development and Internet solutions. (E) Administer the design and implementation of intelligent industrial system applications. (E) Administer support services systems. (E) Administer the design and implementation of technical applications. (E) Administer a hardware and computer architecture environment. (E)


Course Code


REM4110 Research Methodology IV 1&2 12 Core

PRJ4110 Projects IV 1&2 24 Core

DEV4111 Development Software IV 1 12 Core

FMT4111 Functional Management IV 1 12 Core

Course Code


SOE4111 Software Engineering IV 1 12 Core

APT4112 Application Technology IV 2 12 Core

DTB4112 Database Systems IV 2 12 Core


2 12 Core

ADV4112 Advanced Development Software IV 2 12 Core

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have successfully completed the National Diploma or equivalent programme in a cognate discipline with a minimum 60% pass.



11.2.6 Courses in the BTech: Information Technology Programmes Advanced Communication Networks IV


ACN 4112 Advanced Communication Networks IV

7 12 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Description of Network Requirements; Introducing VoIP Networks; Digitising and Packetising Voice Encapsulating Voice Packets for Transport; Calculating Bandwidth Requirements; Implementing Voice Support in an Enterprise; Introduction to IP QoS; Identifying Models for Implementing QoS; Methods for Implementing QoS; DiffServQoS Model; AutoQoS; Wireless Scalability


Examination (Compulsory): One examination (EA). The contribution of the examination (EA) to the overall assessment (OA) is 60%. OA = 60% (EA) + 40%(CA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.

Advanced Development Software IV


ADV4112 Advanced Development Software IV

7 12 2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 1 x 3 hrs 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Theory: Introduction to Software Development; Introduction to



Syllabus

Object-Oriented Design; Collections; Recursion; Linked Lists; Stacks and Queues; Searching and Sorting Algorithms; Binary Trees.

Entry Rules Admission criteria: National Diploma (IT) in Information Technology


Examination (Compulsory): One examination (EA). The contribution of the examination (EA) to the overall assessment (OA) is 60%. OA = 40% (CA) + 60%(EA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.

Exclusion from module

A student will be excluded from the course after failing the module twice. A student excluded from a course may be re-admitted after presenting a similar course from another university for credit.

Application Technology IV


APT4112 Application Technology IV

7 12 2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 1 x 3 hrs 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

1. E-Commerce Fundamentals 2. E-Commerce Management 3. Introduction to Web Development 3. Review of Web Technologies 4. Client side scripting 5. Server side Scripting 6. Three Tier Models for Web Development 7. E-Commerce Development: A Case Study This course builds on Software Engineering IV. Learners apply the knowledge and skills applied to develop a non-trivial web-based application.



100% continuous evaluation. Students will be given assignments and test papers and are required to develop projects as per the requirements listed in the detailed study programme. Individual participation in practical activities and attendance of lectures and practical sessions will also be assessed.





Communication Networks IV


CNT4111 Communication Networks IV

7 12 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Overview of Scalable Internetworks; Routing Overview including IP Addressing Schemes; RIPv2 EIGRP ; OSPF; IS-IS; Route Optimisation; BGP; IP Multicasting and IPv6 Addressing


Examination (Compulsory): One examination (EA). The contribution of the examination (EA) to the overall assessment (OA) is 60%. OA = 60% (EA) + 40% (CA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.

Computer Security IV


CSC4111 Computer Security IV 7 12 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Introduction to Computer Security; Cryptography; Identification and Authentication; Access Control; Database Security; Intrusion Detection, Firewalls and Intrusion Prevention





Database Systems IV


DTB4112 Database Systems IV 7 12 2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 1 x 3 hrs 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Introduction to Databases and Databases Users; Database System Concepts and Architecture; Data Modelling using Entity-Relationship(ER) Model; Data Modelling using the Enhanced Entity-Relationship(EER) Model; The Relational Data Model and Relational Database Constraints; Relational Database Design by ER- and EER-to-Relational Mapping; The Relational Algebra; SQL-99: Schema Definition, Constraints, and Queries and Views; Functional Dependencies and Normalisation for Relational Databases To enable the students master some of the advanced program design and problem solving skills including various data structures.








Development Software IV


DEV4111 Development Software IV

7 12 2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 1 x 3 hrs 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Object oriented programming and methodologies, Object Oriented Analysis and Design, Design and analysis using UML, Analysis and design patterns, Components, Subject and Aspect oriented programming.






Functional Management IV


FMT4111 Functional Management IV

7 12 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

6 x 45 min None 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Management Theory; Planning; Leading; Organising





Examination (Compulsory): One examination (EA). The contribution of the examination (EA) to the overall assessment (OA) is 60%. OA = 40% (CA) + 60% (EA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.



Information Technology Management IV



7 12 2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 1 x 3 hrs 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Information Technology in the Organisation, Information Technology concepts and management, Organisational Applications/Uses of Information Systems, Strategic use of Information Technology in Digital Economy, Transaction Processing, Functional Applications, CRM, and Integration, Enterprise systems : from supply chains to ERP to CRM, Using Information Technology for Strategic Advantage, Acquiring IT Applications and Infrastructure, Implementing and managing Information technology, Managing Information’s resources and security.








Operating Systems IV


OPS4112 Operating Systems IV 7 12 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Operating Systems Structures; Characteristics of Modern Distributed Systems; System models; Process Management (processes, threads, CPU scheduling, synchronisation, and deadlock), Memory Management (segmentation, paging, swapping), file systems, and operating system support for distributed systems. Unix/Linux will be used as a case study to illustrate the underlying operating systems principles and shell scripting.



Project IV


PRJ4110 Project IV 7 24 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3x45 min None 1 x 45 min 30 240

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Conducting research and writing deliverables or a dissertation.



Examination (None): Continuous Evaluation. Overall Assessment = 100% (CA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.





Project Management IV


PMT4112 Project Management IV 7 12 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 4 x 45 min 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

Theory: Introduction to Project Management; Project Planning; Project Evaluation; Selection of project approaches; Effort Estimation; Activity Planning; Risk Management; Resource Allocation; Monitoring and Control; Managing Contracts; Managing people and organising teams; Project Quality Aspects;


Examination (Compulsory): One examination (EA). The contribution of the examination (EA) to the overall assessment (OA) is 60%. OA = 60% (EA) + 40% (CA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.

Research Methodology IV


REM4110 Research Methodology IV 7 12 1

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

4 x 45 Mins none 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

To equip students with basic skills in research. Students will learn how to choose a research topic, how to discover new knowledge using different research techniques, and how to present research findings



Theory: Using Statistics; Surveys; Case Studies and Experiments; Overview of Research Methods; Formalities, Psychology, Ethics and Philosophy; Reporting.



Examination (None): Continuous Evaluation. Overall Assessment = 100% (CA). To qualify for course credit students must obtain an overall assessment of 50%.



Software Engineering IV


SOE4111 Software Engineering IV 7 12 2

Lectures per week


Number of weeks

Notional hours

3 x 45 min 1 x 3 hrs 1 x 45 min 15 120

Content / Syllabus

1. Introduction to Software Engineering 2. Methodologies: A Historical Perspective 3. Software Development Teams 4. Globally Distributed Software Development 5. Modelling in OOP 6. Requirements Analysis 7. Requirements Design 8. Re-usable Component The course introduces learners to modern software development methodologies, e.g., RUP, Agile and Open Source Models. Strong emphasis is placed on teamwork.



Examination (Compulsory): One examination (EA). The contribution of the examination (EA) to the overall assessment (OA) is 40%. OA = 60% (CA) + 40%(EA).





DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Contact Details Ms T Mchizana: Academic Secretary Tel: 047 401 6228, Fax: 047 401 6228 E-mail: [email protected] Information about the Department The process of professional development of a Professional Engineering Technician starts with the attainment of a qualification that meets this standard. After graduation a programme of training and experience is completed to attain the competencies for professional registration. The following is a summary of programmes that are offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Department Programmes offered DurationDept of Mechanical Engineering

ND: Eng (Mechanical, Extended Programme) 4yrsND: Eng (Mechanical) 3yrs

Accreditation Status of programme offered As a statutory body, constituted in terms of the Engineering Profession of South Africa Act, 46 of 2000, ECSA has the power of setting and auditing of academic standards for purposes of registration through a process of accreditation of engineering programmes at universities. Following an ECSA visit in March 2010 ECSA has made the following resolutions regarding accreditation status of programmes offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering Accreditation National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical accredited until end of 2014, which is the end of the current accreditation cycle. Mission of the Department The Mechanical Engineering Department of the Walter Sisulu University strives to provide technologically and vocationally trained graduates which enables the University to meet the career needs of our community and satisfies the requirements of industry and commerce. Goals of the Department Working closely with our community and with the essential support of both the public and private sector, we seek to produce graduates capable of dynamic participation in the economic and environmental development of the region and beyond.



Through a commitment to service excellence, staff development and the maximum use of human and other resources, the Mechanical Engineering Department of the Walter Sisulu University strives to unite students, staff and employers in the common goal of improving the quality of life of our community. Student Societies in the Department The Mechanical Engineering Society (MES) is a student initiative and is managed by the students for the educational well-being of the students. The Mechanical Engineering Society strives to: Integrate all Mechanical Engineering student activities. Develop close relations with appropriate professional Organisations. Recognise the achievements of members through team projects. Build a database of fellow Mechanical Engineering students. Encourage career development and support from industry. Organise educational tours and site visits. Being the voice for all Mechanical Engineering students. Be non political and non-discriminatory in the conduct of Society affairs. Aims and Objectives of the Mechanical Engineering Society To integrate all Mechanical Engineering students and promote a spirit of unity with the other engineering

departments at WSU. To develop its members not only academically but also on other aspects relating to career development. To take up needs and demands of Mechanical Engineering students of the WSU with acknowledgement of

the SRC. To strive for the development and growth of the Mechanical Engineering Department at WSU. Programmes in the Department National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students It is part of the Department of Mechanical Engineering mission to instil entrepreneurial skills in their graduates to support their academic talents. Therefore compulsory ongoing entrepreneurial exposure will be presented via successful local business people and other entrepreneurial experts. Business principles will permeate throughout the programme on an informal basis. The Department of Mechanical Engineering also encourages students and staff to become members of the various professional and institutional bodies. While studying towards the diploma qualification, students are encouraged to join various institutions and professional bodies. More information is available from the HOD. Students are encouraged to visit the ECSA, SAIMechE and NSBE websites for more information.



Career Opportunities The job opportunities for graduates in Mechanical Engineering include the management and control of all mechanical related design, construction, manufacturing, testing, commissioning and maintenance of equipment and systems. This career also offers challenging opportunities in the following Mechanical Engineering Fields. Computer applications (CAD/CAM); Design and development of mechanical components; Quality control and Condition monitoring; Management of industrial projects and production lines; Design of hydraulic/pneumatic systems; Retail, design or development of air conditioning equipment; Engineering supervisor; Management of maintenance teams and production services; Technical education. Purpose of the Qualification The purpose of the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical is to train technicians who will meet the criteria for registration as a professional technician by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), and who will display competence as part of the engineering team in the execution of technical tasks under remote supervision by using and applying their knowledge in independent judgement in the identification and solution of complex Mechanical engineering problems. This qualification is intended for technician level employment in industry within the range of planning, design, construction and maintenance of Mechanical Engineering operations. Diplomats achieving this qualification should, after initial supervision, be able to apply engineering principles, techniques and instruments to systematically diagnose an solve well-defined Mechanical Engineering problems, perform procedural design functions of limited context, be able to use appropriate terminology, style and structure to communicate effectively with superiors and subordinates, apply management concepts to projects and operations and exhibit an awareness of ethics, professionalism, safety and consideration of the social and natural environment. Exit Level Outcomes of the Programme Ability to apply Mechanical Engineering principles to systematically diagnose and solve well-defined

Mechanical Engineering problems. Demonstrate the application of knowledge and the requisite skills in a Mechanical Engineering

environment. Perform procedural design of well-defined elements/components to meet desired needs within applicable



within the Mechanical Engineering environment, within the range: Maintenance, Operation, Development, Safety, Quality Assurance, and Environmental.


standards, codes of practice and legislation.



Follow developments in Mechanical Engineering and critique the status of current knowledge. Apply the knowledge gained to new, well-defined, situations, both concrete and abstract, in the


synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to the audience. Use basic methods of enquiry in a Mechanical Engineering environment to contribute to a project. Demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial, and career opportunities,


environmental factors. Work independently, as a member of a team and as a supervisor Relate Mechanical Engineering activities to environmental, safety, cultural and economic sustainability. This qualification promotes, in particular, the following Critical Cross-Field Outcomes: In the problem solving process, the student is expected to be both creative and critical. Working effectively with others as a member of a group, Organisation and community, e.g. demonstrate

effectiveness in: o individual work and the ability to function in a team situation; o communication, including receiving advice from supervisors.

Self management by organising and managing oneself and one’s activities responsibly and effectively; Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information; Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and / or language skills in the modes of oral and / or

written persuasion when presenting design and investigations; Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and

health of others; Demonstrating and understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-

solving contexts do not exist in isolation by taking technical, social, economic, environmental factors into account.

Programme Characteristics Programme Academic Structure The programme is offered in terms of the: Formal Technikon Instructional Programmes in the RSA - NATED Report 151 (01/04) of Education NATED

150/151 document. South African Qualifications Authority Registered Qualification: National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical -

SAQA 0480/09 - ID 80161 Career Orientated Academic Study



The programme is career orientated because academic study is combined with related projects and in-service training in industry. The Mechanical Engineering courses are developed co-operatively using inputs from both academic and industrial sources on a continuous basis. Site Visits & Practical Work One of the objectives of the programme is to make the theory covered under the coursework more meaningful, and therefore improve the skills of students through on-site “hands-on” work exposure. To achieve this, practical demonstrations and site visits are arranged during the course. This exercise has proved popular and beneficial to students as it enables the students who participate to broaden their understanding of the various engineering fields; it also provides students with a real “feel” of engineering. Teaching & Learning Methodology Learning activities are structured in a way that focuses the students learning experiences and creates opportunity for development via feedback. Students must be prepared to work independently using their own initiative in order to develop the ability to reason methodically and think creatively. Programme Information Minimum Admission Requirements National Senior Certificate APS Required NSC Subjects

(Compulsory) Recommended NSC Subjects (Not Compulsory)

Other

30 NSC achievement rating of at least 3 (40-49%) for English at a Home Language or First Additional Language level NSC Achievement rating of at least 3 (40-49%) for Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) NSC achievement rating of at least 3 (40-49%) for Physical Sciences.

Engineering graphics and designMechanical Technology


Grade 12/Matric Senior Certificate Requirement: An E-symbol for English (2nd language) on the Higher Grade. In addition, an E-symbol on the Higher Grade or a D-symbol on the Standard Grade for Mathematics and Physical Science.



FET Colleges National Certificate Requirement: An N3 certificate with C-symbols for at least four subjects including Mathematics and Engineering Science or a D-symbol at N4 level as well as the language requirements as specified for the Senior Certificate. National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4: Requirements as defined in Government Gazette 32743 dated 26th November 2009 with specific requirements as set out below: Must meet NC(V) level 4 statutory requirements Must obtain 50% in the three fundamental subjects which in the case of this programme are

required to be: English, as it is the university’s language of learning and teaching (LOTL); Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) Life Orientation

50% in Physical Science 60% for three of the following compulsory vocational modules (in any combination):

Engineering Processes Engineering Technology Fitting and Turning Automotive Repair & Maintenance Engineering Fabrication – Boilermaking or Sheet Metal Worker Welding Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Process Electro-technology Computer Integrated Manufacturing Mechatronic Systems

All NC(V) 4 applicants are required to participate and perform satisfactorily in the Placement Tests (SATAPS/NBT’s) as is conducted by the department. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) RPL may be used to demonstrate competence for admission to this programme. This qualification may be achieved in part through recognition of prior learning processes. Credits achieved by RPL must not exceed 50% of the total credits and must not include credits at the exit level. The provision that the qualification may be obtained through the recognition of prior learning, facilitates access to an education, training and career path in engineering and thus accelerates the redress of past unfair discrimination in education, training and employment opportunities. Evidence of prior learning must be assessed through formal RPL processes through recognised methods. Any other evidence of prior learning should be assessed through



formal RPL processes to recognise achievement thereof.Learners submitting themselves for RPL should be thoroughly briefed prior to the assessment and will be required to submit a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) in the prescribed format to be assessed for formal recognition. While this is primarily a workplace-based qualification, evidence from other areas of learning may be introduced if pertinent to any of the Exit Level Outcomes (ELOs). The structure of this non-unit standard based qualification makes RPL possible, if the learner is able to demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes implicit in this first stage engineering qualification. Learners who already work in the engineering industry who believe they possess competencies to enable them to meet some or all of the ELOs listed in the qualification will be able to present themselves for assessment against those of their choice. International Students Applications from international students are considered in terms of: HESA/Institutional guideline document, “Exemption Requirements: Foreign School

Qualifications” institutional equivalence reference document (where required) submission of international qualification to SAQA for benchmarking in

terms of HEQF Mature Age Endorsement

Refer to requirements as per WSU’s General Rules & Regulations – Section 1.6

Selection criteria for new students The initial selection of new students is based on an applicant’s NSC or Matric results. Where an applicant has symbols one level above the minimum admission requirement for Maths and Science such an applicant will be offered direct enrolment. Students offered direct enrolment will however be required to participate in Standardised Assessment Tests (SATAPs), but in such cases the results will only be used for diagnostic evaluation. Students who do not gain direct enrolment, but who meets the basic requirements are provisionally accepted. Such students are required to complete a set of three SATAP tests, which comprise of Mathematics, Physical Science and English Proficiency. Each SATAP test takes 2 hours to complete. Results from SATAP tests and Matric/NSC symbols are then graded using a conversion scale. Grade 12/NSC results constitute 50% of the graded mark (other 50% forthcoming from SATAP’s). On completion of the SATAP tests the applicants are rated according to their (graded) marks. Those with highest marks will be offered direct enrolment entry into the National Diploma programme, at the campus where they have applied. All enrolments are subject to quota limitations.



Programme Rules As for Faculty rules (see section 8). Admission Rules & Applications for Recognition of Credits For Admission Rules see the section on Admission Requirements above. In addition the Department will consider courses done at other Tertiary Institutions for exemption, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the University subject to the following criteria. If a student wishes to graduate from WSU but decides to enrol for one or more programme courses at another university, then the student must lodge a written application (through the HOD to Dean of the faculty) before registration at the other Institution. Students must take note of the institutional rules which state that: Not more than 50 % of the courses in the qualification will be exempted in this way. All exit level courses must be done at WSU. Only in exceptional circumstances will recognition of one (1) exit level subject from another university be considered but such consideration is subject to a recommendation from the Department and approval thereof by Senate. Any provisional approval by department/faculty is subject to final approval by Senate [also see WSU’s General Rules & Regulations]. Where the applicant cannot meet the criteria as is stipulated in this section, the applicant will be advised that the qualification cannot be awarded by WSU and that he/she should apply to graduate at the other Institution. Applications from students wishing to enrol for individual courses, which will not lead to the award of a qualification (i.e. enrol for non degree/diploma purposes) will only be considered after students wishing to study towards full degree/diploma qualifications have been accommodated, as enrolment is subject to space being available. Students coming from other higher education institutions are to be advised at admission, by the Head of Department that admission to the programme remains provisional and that at registration they are required to immediately apply for recognition of any credits which they wish to be considered. Approval of such applications is subject to the application for recognition of credits being approved by Senate. Where a student wishes to apply to graduate the fully completed applications for recognition of credits, if it forms part of the grad application must be received by the HoD before 15th January (for May graduation event) and before 30 April (for September graduation event). Failure to comply with these requirements will result in non processing of applications and/or automatic de-registration of students.



Progression Rules Re-Admission of Existing Students Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under institutional rules G8.1, G8.2. G9.1 & G9.2 the Department of Mechanical Engineering has set the criteria for re-admission for the ND: Mechanical Engineering programme as per table in section 12.6.1.7.6.2 below. Registration requirements that must be met a) First time entering students must enrol for all the required courses at that level (i.e. at S1/ Level 1A). b) If a student fails courses spanning multiple levels then the student must firstly enrol for the courses at the



d) The Head of Department may limit the number of courses that a student may enrol for when poor academic progress is evident.

Exit Rules Completion Rules Over and above the requirements as set out below an application for the award of a qualification will be scrutinised for compliance to the statutory requirements as is set out in NATED documents together with the requirements as is described in WSU’s General Rules & Regulations. The qualification will be awarded after completing 360 SAQA credits (3 NATED credits) with: 120 SAQA credits (1 NATED credits)credit obtained from the two compulsory in-service training course

offerings 240 SAQA credits (2 NATED credits)credits obtained from the listed instructional offerings with at least 60

SAQA credits (0,5 NATED credits) obtained from level III instructional offerings. Exclusion Rules Students should take specific note of the WSU’s General Rules & Regulations (specifically rules G7-G11) on re-admission and exclusion of students to undergraduate programmes. The specific rules on exclusion for the ND: Mechanical Engineering programme is as follows: A student that progresses at a slower rate than that set out below, will be refused further re-admission on the grounds of “poor academic performance”.



Theory subjects (Levels 1, 2 & 3) At the end of academic period (semester) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8


30 60 90 120 150 180 210 240

WIL subjects (P1 & P2) For each academic period (semester) that student is enrolled

1 2


60 120





Programmes offering The Department of Mechanical Engineering currently operates from the Ibika Delivery Site at Butterworth.

Portion of Programme Semester





P1: Work Integrated Learning Industry based: Enrolment in 1st and 2nd semester

P2: Work Integrated Learning Industry based: Enrolment in 1st and 2nd semester

Note: All offerings are subject to viable student enrolment numbers being met (as determined by HOD) and all physical and human resources being available.



Curriculum Structure

S1 — 6 Months Course Code Credit

Communication Studies I CMST1/0 10 (0.083)

Computer and Programming Skills 1 CAPS11/0 10 (0.083)

Mechanics I MECH1/0 10 (0.083)

Mechanical Engineering Drawing I MEDR1/0 10 (0.083)

Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering 1 MMEN1/0 10 (0.083)

Mathematics I MATH1/0 10 (0.083)



Computer Aided Draughting I CADA1/0 10 (0.083)

Fluid Mechanics II FMEC2/0 10 (0.83)

Mechanics of Machines II MECM2/0 10 (0.083)

Strength of Materials II STMA2/0 10 (0.083)

Thermodynamics II MTHE2/0 10 (0.083)

Mathematics II MATH2/0 10 (0,083)


CEP 2 — 6 Months in industry Course Code Credit

Mechanical Engineering Practice I (P1) MEEP1/0 60 (0,5)


CEP 2B — 6 Months in industry Course Code Credit

Mechanical Engineering Practice II (P2)

MEEP2/0 60 (0,5)





Mechanical Engineering Design II MEDS2/0 10 (0,083)

Fluid Mechanics III FMEA3/0 10 (0,083)

Mechanics of Machines III MECA3/0 10 (0,083)

Strength of Materials III STMA3/0 10 (0,083)

Thermodynamics III MTHA3/0 10 (0,083)

Mathematics III MATH3/0 10 (0,083)

Mechanical Manufacturing II MMEN2/0 10 (0,083)


S4 — 6 Months Course Code Applied Strength of Materials III STMB3/0 10 (0,083)

Mechanical Engineering Design III MEDA3/0 10 (0,083)

Hydraulic Machines III FMEB3/0 10 (0,083)

Steam Plant III MTHB3/0 10 (0,083)

Management Skills I MANM1/0 10 (0,083)

Electro-technology I ELTC1/0 10 (0,083)

Mechanical Manufacturing III MMEA3/0 10 (0,083)

Total credits for this period 0,500 Work Integrated Learning To fulfil the requirements of the National Diploma a student must complete at least one year of applicable experiential learning. In the curriculum the experiential learning has been divided into two semester modules namely Mechanical Engineering Practice 1 and Mechanical Engineering Practice 2. A manual outlining the requirements for successful completion of this component of the curriculum is obtainable from the Co-operative Education department. The set out curricula for each of the disciplines, previously listed, is the ideal suggested progression. A student who possesses the following experience/qualifications may apply for recognition of credits for Mechanical Engineering Practice I or II, the application which will be subject to Senate approval:



A student who has completed an (in-house or in-company) apprenticeship in a mechanical engineering

discipline may apply to be exempted for Mechanical Engineering Practice I. A student who has completed an apprenticeship and has been evaluated by a governmental service

provider in a mechanical engineering discipline may apply to be exempted for Mechanical Engineering Practice I & II.

A student with a Government Certificate of Competency (GCC), Mines or Works may apply to be exempted for both Mechanical Engineering Practice I and II.

Pre-Requisite Courses Course Pre-/co-Requisites

Computer Aided Draughting I Mechanical Engineering Drawing I; Computer Skills I

Fluid Mechanics II Mechanics I, Mathematics I, Mechanical Engineering Drawing I

Mechanics of Machines II Mechanics I, Mathematics I, Mechanical Engineering Drawing I

Strength of Materials II Mechanics I, Mathematics I, Mechanical Engineering Drawing I

Thermodynamics II Mechanics I, Mathematics I, Mechanical Engineering Drawing I

Mechanical Engineering Design II Mechanics I, Mathematics I, Mechanical Engineering Drawing I


Electrotechnology I Mathematics I (Co-Requisite)

Mathematics III Mathematics II

Fluid Mechanics III Fluid Mechanics II

Mechanics of Machines III Mechanics of Machines II

Strength of Materials III Strength of Materials II

Thermodynamics III Thermodynamics II

Applied Strength of Materials III Strength of Materials III

Mechanical Engineering Practice I Completed S2 Level or a minimum of 120 (1,0) Academic Credit

Mechanical Engineering Practice II Completed S3 Level; Mechanical Engineering Practice I or a minimum of 180 (1.5) Academic Credits

Mechanical Engineering Design III Mechanical Engineering Design II;



Hydraulic Machines III Fluid Mechanics III

Steam Plant III Thermodynamics III

Mechanical Manufacturing II Mechanical Manufacturing I

Mechanical Manufacturing III Mechanical Manufacturing II

Electro-technology II Electro-technology I

Electro-technology III Electro-technology II

Maintenance Engineering II Maintenance Engineering I

Available electives Note: Offerings of electives cannot be guaranteed and are subject to physical and human resources being available and viable student enrolment numbers being met (as determined by HOD).

Course Code Offered

Mechanical Manufacturing II MMEN2/0 √

Mechanical Manufacturing III MMEA3/0 √

Electro-technology I ELTC1/0 √

Electro-technology II ELTC2/0 √

Electro-technology III ELTC3/0 √

Award of Qualification See section on Completion Rules above. Programme Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees. Articulation

Vertical Vertical Articulation is possible with: Bachelor of Engineering Technology, NQF Level 7. The Exit Level Outcomes ensure that a graduate of a programme meeting these standards would meet requirements for entry to a number of programmes including: A candidacy programme toward registration as a Professional Engineering Technician. A Studentship programme directed at becoming registered as a Professional Engineering



Technician or meeting other industry requirements.Formal specialist study toward the B.Eng Tech. Horizontal Within WSU: Horizontal Articulation is possible with NQF Level 6 qualifications offered by WSU, e.g. Diploma in Management, NQF Level 6, subject to the admission requirements of that qualification. Other Universities: Horizontal Articulation is possible with NQF Level 6 qualifications offered by other universities, subject to the relevant institution’s admission requirements. Professional Articulation: After graduation a candidacy programme toward registration as a Professional Engineering Technician can be followed as per conditions laid down by Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). Core Syllabi of Courses Offered

COMMUNICATION


CMST 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester


Notional hours

6 x 45 min 1 X 45 min None 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: Listening Skills, Thinking Skills, Speaking Skills, Writing Skills, Academic Writing, Reading Skills, Information Gathering Skills, Principles and Models of Communication. Practicals:: Language Lab (L100 Software)

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessment based on assignments. . Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark required is 50%.


COMPUTER SKILLS


CAPS1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester






Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Basic Concepts of IT. 2. File Management. 3. Word Processing. 4. Spreadsheets. 5. Presentations. 6. Information and Communication. Practicals: Presentation module will be done practically as students will learn a variety of skills such as research, group working, speaking, confidence as well as using the application itself. Mech Ext may submit a word processing assignment should it be deemed necessary.


MECHANICS 1


MECH 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per sem Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs None 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Units, physical quantities and vectors. 2. Kinematics. 3. Dynamics. 4. Statics. 5. Work and Energy. 6. Impulse and momentum. 7. Rotational motion. Practicals: Consist of three experiments chosen from approved syllabus.



MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DRAWING I


MEDR 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per sem Tutorials per week Number of weeks

Notional hours

6 x 45 min None 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction of Drawing Equipments, Basic Drawing Principles, Application of Freehand Sketching, Assembly Drawing, Introduction to AutoCAD, 2D Drawing with AutoCAD.




MECHANICAL MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING I


MMEN1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester


6 x 45 min 10 x 2 hrs 0 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Safe practices. 2. Hand processes. 3. Marking out. 4. Sheet-metal operations. 5. Measuring equipment. 6. Cutting tools and cutting fluids. 7. Drilling. 8. Turning. 9. Surface grinding. 10. Milling. 11. Joining Methods. 12. Materials Practicals: Consist of a project to be made by students in the workshop.


MATHEMATICS I


MATH 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week

Pracs Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min None 1 x 2 hours 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Radian measure. 2. Trigonometry. 3. Determinants. 4. Logarithms. 5. Complex numbers. 6. Differentiation. 7. Applications of Derivatives. 8. Integration and Applications on Integration.


COMPUTER AIDED DRAUGHTING




CADA1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per year Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min None 1 x 2 hrs 15 100

Content/Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction, 2. Organising your drawing Setup, 3. Using coordinate systems, 4. Creating Objects, 5. Editing methods, 6. Using object snap, 7. Controlling the draw display 8. Dimensioning 9. Working with text 10. Hatching 11. Calculating 12. Blocks and xrefs 13. Plotting 14. Three-Dimensional Space 15. Creating solids 16. Meshed Surfaces 17. Editing in 3D 18. Rendering 19. Working with Paper Space 20. Working with content. Practical: None


FLUID MECHANICS II


FMEC 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week



6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Static Pressure and Head 2. Fluid Pressure on Surfaces. 3. Buoyancy and stability of floating bodies. 4. Liquid in Motion. 5. Flow measurement _ venture and Pitot tube. 6. Flow measurement _ Small and Large Orifices. 7. Flow measurement _ Notches and Weirs. Practicals: Consist of three experiments and two research report chosen from approved sections.


MECHANICS OF MACHINES II


MECM 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester



Lectures per week Pracs per Semester Tutorials per week (PAL)


6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Vehicle Dynamics. 2. Belt Drives and Band Brakes. 3. Moments of Inertia. 4. Simple Harmonic Motion. 5. Hoisting and Hauling Machines. 6. Friction Clutches. Practicals:: Consist of three experiments-Belts, Simple Harmonic Motion and Centripetal Force


STRENGTH OF MATERIALS II


STMA2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week

Pracs per semester Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Simple stress and strain 2. Behavior of materials in tension. 3. Compound bars. 4. Thin Cylinders. 5. Thin Rotating Rims. 6. Shear force and Bending moment in beams. 7. Close Coiled helical Springs. 8. Pin Jointed frames. 9. Material testing. Practicals: Consist of three experiments.


THERMODYNAMICS II


MTHE 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per semester Project per semester


6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Theory: 1. Gases. 2. Properties of water and steam. 3. Basic steam



Syllabus plant layout. 4. Condensers. 5. Combustion. Practicals: consist of three experiments chosen from approved thermodynamics sections.


MATHEMATICS II



Lectures per week Pracs Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min None 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Matrix Algebra. 2. Hyperbolic Functions. 3. Parametric Equations. 4. Newton’s Method. 5. Partial Differentiation. 6. Integration techniques and integration applications. 7. First Order Differential Equations.


MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN II


MEDS 2/0 (see above) 6 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week



6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs None 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to the Design Process. 2. Circular Shaft. 3. Keys and splined connections. 4 Couplings and Joints. 5. Gear Design 6. Welded Joints. 7 .Fasteners and bolted connections. 8. Belt and bearings. Practicals: Consist of three projects and research report chosen from approved sections.




FLUID MECHANICS III


FMEA 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per semester Tutorials per week Number of weeks

Notional hours

6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1.Pipe flow. 2. Transmission of power in pipeline. 3. Quasi Steady Flow. 4. Dimensional Analysis and Similarity. 5. Viscous Flow. 6. Hydrodynamic. 7. Vortices. Practicals: Consist of three experiments.


MATHEMATICS III





6 x 45 min None 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Laplace Transforms. 2. Linear Differential Equations of the second order and higher. 3. Systems of Linear Algebraic Equations. 4. Harmonics. 5. Numerical Methods.


STRENGTH OF MATERIAL IIIA


STMA 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0.083) Semester


6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 15 100



Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Bending stress in beams. 2. Shear stress in beams. 3. Catenaries. 4. Temperature stresses. 5. Strain energy absorbed by materials. 6. Fatigue and Creep Practicals: Consist of three experiments chosen from approved syllabus.


THERMODYNAMICS III


MTHA 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per Semester Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1.Gas and Steam processes 2. Compressors. 3. Internal Combustion Engines. 4. Refrigeration. 5. Nozzles. 6. Revision. Practicals:: Consist of three experiments/Projects, i.e. Refrigeration, Compressors and Steam Nozzles



APPLIED STRENGTH OF MATERIALS III B


STMB 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0.083) Semester


6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs None 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Slope and deflection of beams. 2. Thick Cylinders. 3. Laminated Springs. 4. Struts. 5. Transformation of stress and strain. Practicals: Consist of three experiments chosen from approved syllabus.





MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN III


MEDA 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Group consultation sessions/week

Tutorials per week

Number of weeks

Notional hours

6 x 45 min 2 hrs None 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1.Project Management 2.MS Project 3.Engineering Design, 4.Problem Identification, 5.Design Proposal, 6.Creativity, 7.Design Drawings, 8.Design Analysis, 9.Implimentation, 10.Report Writing


HYDRAULIC MACHINES III


FMEB 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0.083) Semester



6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Impulse Turbine. 2. Reaction Turbine. 3. Similarity of turbines. 4. Rotodynamic Pumps. 5. Pump Characteristic Curves. 6. Pumping System-Pump Selection and Operation. 7. Pumps: General and Technical data. Practicals: Consist of three experiments.


THERMODYNAMICS III


MTHA 3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per Semester Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours



6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1.Gas and Steam processes 2. Compressors. 3. Internal Combustion Engines. 4. Refrigeration. 5. Nozzles. 6. Revision. Practicals: Consist of three experiments/Projects, i.e. Refrigeration, Compressors and Steam Nozzles



MECHANICAL MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING II


MMEN2/0 (see above) 6 10 (0.083) Semester


6 x 45 min 10 x 2 hrs None 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1.Fault Diagnosis, Failure Analysis and Advanced measuring equipment, 2. Test Methods, Interpretation and Action., 3. Powder Metallurgy, 4.Metal forming, 5. Casting, 6. Plastics-Moulding and machining, 7. Obtaining Finnish and Accuracy. Practical: Workshop manufacturing Project


MANAGEMENT SKILLS 1


MANM1/0 (see above) 10 (0.083) Semester


Number of weeks

Notional hours

6 x 45 min None 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to management. 2. Evolution of management theory. 3. Managing in a changing environment. 4. Business environment. 5. Goal formation. 6. Planning. 7. Managerial Decision making. 8. Organisation Design. 9. Authority, Power and Job design. 10. Leadership. 11. Motivation. 12. Communication and Negotiation.



13. Control. 14. Entrepreneurship and small business management in perspective. 15. Basic business concepts for the prospective entrepreneur. 16 Identification of feasible small business ideas. 17. Viability of a small business idea. 18. Business plan. 19 Setting up a business.


ELECTROTECHNOLOGY I


ELTC1/0 (see above) 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week

Pracs per semester Tutorials per week Number of weeks

Notional hours

6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Intro to Electricity and Basic Concepts. 2. Resistance. 3. Electrical Circuits. 4. Electromagnetism. 5. Inductance. 6. Capacitance. 7. Measuring Instruments. 8. Cells. 9. Basic AC Theory. Practicals: Consist of three experiments and two research report chosen from approved sections.


MECHANICAL MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING III


MMEA3/0 (see above) 6 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week



6 x 45 min 10 x 2 hrs None 15 100

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: Overview of traditional Manufacturing process, 2. Jigs and fixtures, 4. Non-traditional Machining, 5. Advanced Machine Tools, 6. Automation, 7. CNC Machines, 8. CAD/CAM, 9. Robotics, 10. Flexible Manufacturing system. Practical: Project

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessment based on assignments. . Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting



outcomes. Pass mark required is 50%.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PRACTICE 1


MEEP 1/0 (see above) 6 0.5 Semester

Site visits once per semester



2hrs/student 1hr/student 24 1200

Content/ Syllabus

Practical: 1. Workshop Practice, 2. Measuring equipment and hand tools, 3. Turning, 4. Milling, 5. Welding, 6. On-the-job training, 7. Practical workshop experience, planning and handling of material; 8. Maintenance production and construction experience. 9. Inventory control and storage. 10. Operational /service activity investigation and Project Work (Lower level)

Assessment: Final mark will be obtained based on logbook submission and evaluation from site visit. Either a Pass mark or Fail mark awarded.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PRACTICE 2


MEEP2/0 (see above) 6 0.5 Semester

Site visits once per semester



2hrs/student 1hr/student 24 1200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1.Design Process, 2. Project and systems development work, 3. Project Management, 4. Engineering equipment and systems. 5. Power Point Presentations.

Assessment: Final mark will be obtained based on logbook submission and evaluation from site visit. Either a Pass mark or Fail mark awarded.



NATIONAL DIPLOMA: ENGINEERING: MECHANICAL [EXTENDED PROGRAMME] Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Career Opportunities For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Purpose of Qualification The purpose for National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical Extended Programme is to equip underprepared students, who wish to study towards a National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Additional modules are therefore introduced at S1 and S2 levels, hence the extended time period for the completion of this programme. In order to achieve its purpose the programme aims to: Provide students at risk with a viable platform to successfully undertake Mechanical Engineering studies at

tertiary education level. Provide students from disadvantaged backgrounds with an adequate level of foundational competence

which is based on specific and discipline-related knowledge. Improve the retention and throughput of disadvantaged students entering the mainstream programme. Provide a learning environment where the gap in terms of disadvantaged student needs and the student

support required are bridged. Provide a student who has the potential to succeed with Mechanical Engineering studies at tertiary level

with an opportunity to: o gain a contextualised understanding of the field of Mechanical Engineering; o develop the knowledge and skills to engage in basic Mechanical Engineering practices effectively; o become familiar with the application of basic knowledge and skills in the Mechanical Engineering

discipline. Ensure that the required educational quality standards in teaching and learning are maintained while at the

same time achieving the above aims. The rationale for the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical Extended Programme is, therefore, essentially the same as for the three year National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical programme but is specifically designed in such a way to benefit students by providing support to students to obtain essential skills for completion of the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Students successfully completing the Extended Programme will thus be able to: Develop a contextualised understanding of the field of Mechanical Engineering. Develop the knowledge and skills to engage in Mechanical Engineering practices effectively. Apply knowledge and skills in the Mechanical Engineering academic environments.



Continue with their studies beyond the S2 level towards the obtainment of a National Diploma: Mechanical. Exit Level Outcomes of the Extended Programme The exit level outcomes for National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical Extended Programme are the same as for the three year National Diploma programme [details are as indicated for that programme]. There are however, outcomes which the Extended Programme aims to re-enforce to better equip the students. These additional modules are introduced at S1 and S2 levels, hence the extended time period. The additional outcomes of the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical Extended Programme are: To ensure students understand and are able to master the basic concepts of mathematics, physics and

building science and their application which forms part of the National Diploma Engineering: Mechanical programme.

To develop students computer skills in order to equip them for further academic studies. To enhance and develop the students’ academic skills with particular emphasis on academic literacy as

applicable to the National Diploma Engineering: Mechanical programme. To develop students’ life skills in order that they can use the tools (e.g. study and time management skills)

in their studies. Programme Characteristics Programme Academic Structure For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Academic Programme Structure Courses on the academic programme is offered in terms of the Department of Higher Education Grant approval for offering of Extended Programme, which include foundation provision, which is in addition to the courses required as part of the academic structure as per the Departments of Education NATED 150/151 document for the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Career Orientated Academic Study For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Teaching & Learning Methodology In order to allow for foundational material to be integrated into the Diploma courses, the programme is extended by six months in both the first and second semester periods of study. For some courses the foundational provision is in the form of additional material necessary to facilitate the students understanding of the Diploma course material. In other courses the foundational provision is in the form of the extra time available in the extended programme. The extra time enables lecturers to spend longer on the very difficult sections of work, test more frequently to identify problem areas, revise at regular intervals and revisit problem areas as they are identified. This is very beneficial to Extended Programme students. After two years of



receiving foundational support the students have had sufficient support to enable them to cope with the main stream Semester 3 and Semester 4. Programme Information Minimum Admission Requirements The minimum admission requirements are the same as for the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical (for details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical). Selection criteria for new students The initial selection of new students is based on an applicant’s NSC or Matric results. Students who do not gain direct acceptance, but who meets the minimum admission requirements are provisionally accepted. Students who do not gain direct acceptance are required to complete a set of three Standardised Assessment Tests (SATAPs), which comprise of Mathematics, Physical Science and English Proficiency. Each SATAP test takes 2 hours to complete. Results from SATAP tests and Matric/NSC symbols are then graded using a conversion scale. Grade 12/NSC results constitute 50% of the graded mark (other 50% forthcoming from SATAP’s). On completion of the SATS tests the applicants are rated according to their (graded) marks. Applicants who do not gain direct entry into the (mainstream) National Diploma programme are considered for enrolment into the Extended programme (on sites where the Extended programme is offered). Selection is based on the weighted marks obtained by applicants and is subject to quota limitations. Programme Rules As for faculty rules (see section 8). Admission Rules & Applications for Recognition of Credits For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Progression Rules Re-Admission of Existing Students Students should take note of the institutional rules G7-G11 on re-admission of students to undergraduate programmes. As provided for under institutional rules G8.1, G8.2. G9.1 & G9.2 the Department of Mechanical Engineering has set the criteria for re-admission for the ND: Mechanical Engineering Extended programme as per table in section 12.6.2.6.7.2 below.



Promotion Rule from Extended Programme at end of Year 1 Students who successfully complete all S1 courses after Year 1, and who obtain an aggregate of at least 70% for each of the courses listed below, will be eligible for consideration by the HOD, for promotion to the S2 main stream programme. [Courses: Mechanics I, Mechanical Engineering Drawing I, Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering I, Mathematics I] Exit Rules Completion Rules The Extended Programme forms part of National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical qualification, of which the exit / completion details are described under the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Exclusion Rules Students should take specific note of the WSU’s General Rules & Regulations (specifically rules G7-G11) on re-admission and exclusion of students to undergraduate programmes. The specific rules on exclusion for the ND: Mechanical Engineering Extended programme is as follows: A student that progresses at a slower rate than that set out below, will be refused further re-admission on the grounds of “poor academic performance” While student is enrolled in Extended programme (Level 1A & 1B) At the end of academic period (semesters) 1 2 3 4 5 6


50 100 120

Once student has progressed to mainstream programme(Level 2 & 3) At the end of academic period (semester) 1 2 3 4 5 6


150 170 180 200 220 240

WIL subjects (P1 & P2) - once student has progressed to mainstream programme For each academic period (semester) that student is enrolled 1 2

Minimum credits in WIL subjects that student must have obtained* 60 120

Notes Credits refer to SAQA credits Academic period refers to each semester that the student was enrolled Registration requirements that must be met a) First time entering students must enrol for all the required courses at that level (i.e. at S1/ Level 1A).






Extended Programmes offering Sites The Department of Mechanical Engineering currently offer the Extended Programme at both the Chiselhurst delivery site (Buffalo City) and the Ibika delivery site (Butterworth). Curriculum Structure In order to allow for foundational material to be integrated into the Diploma courses, the programme is extended by six months in both the first and second semester periods of study. For some courses the foundational provision is in the form of additional material necessary to facilitate the students understanding of the Diploma course material. In other courses the foundational provision is in the form of the extra time available in the extended programme. The extra time enables lecturers to spend longer on the very difficult sections of work, test more frequently to identify problem areas, revise at regular intervals and revisit problem areas as they are identified. This is very beneficial to Extended Programme students. After two years of receiving foundational support the students have had sufficient support to enable them to cope with the regular Semester 3 and Semester 4 courses without further foundational support. Students on the Extended Programme enrol for the following courses, which all contains foundational provision. The National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical Extended Programme is structured as follows:


Communication Studies I ECOM 1/0 10 (0.083)

Computer and Programming Skills 1 ECPR 1/0 10 (0.083)

Mechanics I EMEC 1/0 10 (0.083)

Mechanical Engineering Drawing I EMED 1/0 10 (0.083)

Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering 1 EMME 1/0 10 (0.083)

Mathematics I EMAT 1/0 10 (0.083)





Computer Aided Draughting I ECAD 1/0 10 (0.083)

Fluid Mechanics II EFME 2/0 10 (0.083)

Mechanics of Machines II EMEC 2/0 10 (0.083)

Strength of Materials II ESTM 2/0 10 (0.083)

Thermodynamics II EMTH 2/0 10 (0.083)

Mathematics II EMAT 2/0 10 (0.083)

Total credits for this period 60 (0,5) Level 2 (P1 & S3) and Level 3 (P2 & S4) of this programme are described under the same section for National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Once a student on this programme progresses to S3 he/she follow the curriculum as is described for the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Work Integrated Learning For details see same section under National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Pre-Requisite Courses S2 Courses Pre-Requisite

Computer Aided Draughting I Mechanical Engineering Drawing I; Computer Skills I

Fluid Mechanics II Mechanics I, Mathematics I, Mechanical Engineering Drawing I

Mechanics of Machines II Mechanics I, Mathematics I, Mechanical Engineering Drawing I

Strength of Materials II Mechanics I, Mathematics I, Mechanical Engineering Drawing I

Thermodynamics II Mechanics I, Mathematics I, Mechanical Engineering Drawing I




Available electives None Award of Qualification The Extended Programme forms part of National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical qualification, of which the exit/ completion details are described under the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Programme Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees. Articulation The Extended Programme forms part of National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical qualification, of which the articulation details are described under the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical. Core Syllabi of Courses Offered For details see relevant courses under same section under the national diploma: engineering: mechanical note: codes are different (see curriculum above) as well as duration for completion of S1 and S2 courses in National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical [Extended], i.e. S1 and S2 are each of one year duration and includes foundational provision.

COMMUNICATION


ECOM 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester


Notional hours

6 x 45 min 1 X 45 min None 30 200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Academic literacy (F); 2.Computer literacy (F); 3.Process of Communication; 4.Organisational Communication; 5. Interpersonal Communication; 6. Non-verbal Communication; 7. Intercultural Communication; 8. Reading Strategies in the Computer Laboratory; 9. Technical report writing in the Computer Laboratory; 10. Multimedia communication (F); Practicals:: Language Lab (L100 Software); Continuous throughout the year (F); Presentation module (F); Submission of a portfolio of work (F)





COMPUTER SKILLS


ECAP1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester




Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to the desktop computer – keyboard and monitor application (F); 2. Fundamentals of the desktop computer – the menu (F); 3. Basic Concepts of IT. 4. File Management. 5. Word Processing. 6. Spreadsheets. 7. Presentations. 8. Information and Communication. 9. Compilation of technical reports; 10.Fundamentals of Computer Aided Drawing (F); Practicals: Continuous throughout the year. Presentation module. Submission of a portfolio of work.


MECHANICS 1


EMEC 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per sem Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs None 30 200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Review of the basics of mathematical measurement and calculations needed for physics (F); 2. Review of the fundamentals of physics (F); 3. Units, physical quantities and vectors; 4. Kinematics; 5. Dynamics; 6. Statics; 7. Work and Energy; 8. Impulse and momentum; 9. Rotational motion. Practicals: Consist of three fundamental experiments and three experiments chosen from approved syllabus.

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessment based on



assignments. . Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting outcomes. Pass mark required is 50%.


MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DRAWING I


EMED 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per sem Tutorials per week Number of weeks

Notional hours

6 x 45 min None 3 x 45 min 30 200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to Drawings (F); 2. Introduction to Drawing Applications and Practices (F); 3. Introduction to Drawing Equipment (F); 4. Use of Drawing Equipment; 5. Basic Drawing Principles, Application of Freehand Sketching, Assembly Drawing, Introduction to AutoCAD (F), 2D Drawing with AutoCAD. Practicals: Practicing sessions in AutoCAD (spread throughout year) (F)


MECHANICAL MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING I


EMME1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester


6 x 45 min 10 x 2 hrs 0 30 200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to Basic Safety in the work environment (F); 2. Safe practices. 3. Introduction to Manufacturing Theory and Practices (F); 4. Hand processes. 5. Marking out. 6. Sheet-metal operations. 7. Measuring equipment. 8. Cutting tools and cutting fluids. 9. Drilling. 10. Turning. 11. Surface grinding. 12. Milling. 13. Joining Methods. 14. Materials Practicals: Consist of a project to be made by students in the workshop.




MATHEMATICS I


EMAT 1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week

Pracs Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min None 1 x 2 hours 30 200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Measurements and SI units (F); 2. Changing the subject of an equation (F); 3.Revision of logs and exponents (F); 4.Determinants & Cramer’s Rule; 5.Significant Figures; 6.Radian measure. 2. Trigonometry. 3. Determinants. 4. Logarithms. 5. Complex numbers. 6. Differentiation. 7. Applications of Derivatives. 8. Integration and Applications on Integration.


COMPUTER AIDED DRAUGHTING


ECAD1/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per year Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min None 1 x 2 hrs 30 300

Content/Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to CAD, 2. Organising your drawing Setup, 3. Using coordinate systems, 4. Creating Objects, 5. Editing methods, 6. Using object snap, 7. Controlling the draw display 8. Dimensioning 9. Working with text 10. Hatching 11. Calculating 12. Blocks and xrefs 13. Plotting 14. Three-Dimensional Space 15. Creating solids 16. Meshed Surfaces 17. Editing in 3D 18. Rendering 19. Working with Paper Space 20. Working with content. Practical: 10 x computer drawing labs

Assessment: Year mark (DP) will be obtained from continuous assessment based on assignments. . Final mark will be obtained from the average of assignments and in meeting



outcomes. Pass mark required is 50%.

FLUID MECHANICS II


EFME 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week



6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 30 200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Review of hydraulic principles (F). 2. Static Pressure and Head. 3. Fluid Pressure on Surfaces. 4. Buoyancy and stability of floating bodies. 5. Liquid in Motion. 6. Flow measurement _ venture and Pitot tube. 7. Flow measurement _ Small and Large Orifices. 8. Flow measurement _ Notches and Weirs. Practicals: Consist of three fundamental experiments and three core experiments. Research work: Two research reports chosen from approved sections.


MECHANICS OF MACHINES II


EMEC 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per Semester Tutorials per week (PAL)


6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 30 200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to Machines (F). 2.Vehicle Dynamics. 3. Belt Drives and Band Brakes. 4. Moments of Inertia. 5. Simple Harmonic Motion. 6. Hoisting and Hauling Machines. 7. Friction Clutches. Practicals:: Consist of three fundamental experiments and three core experiments-Belts, Simple Harmonic Motion and Centripetal Force




STRENGTH OF MATERIALS II


ESTM 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week

Pracs per semester Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 30 200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Introduction to engineering materials (F). 2. Simple stress and strain. 3. Behaviour of materials in tension. 3. Compound bars. 4. Introduction to Cylinders (F). 5. Thin Cylinders. 6. Introduction to rotating rims (F). 7. Thin Rotating Rims. 8. Shear force and Bending moment in beams. 9. Close Coiled helical Springs. 10 Pin Jointed frames. 11. Material testing. Practicals: Consist of three fundamental experiments and three experiments.


THERMODYNAMICS II


EMTH 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs per semester Project per semester


6 x 45 min 3 x 2 hrs 3 x 45 min 30 200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1.Revision of physic fundamentals (F). 2. Principles of Thermodynamics (F). 3. Introduction to properties of gases (F). 4. Gases. 5. Introduction to properties of water (F). 6. Properties of water and steam. 7. Introduction to steam plant (F). 8. Steam plant layout. 9. Introduction to Condensers (F). 10. Condensers. 11. Combustion. Practicals: consist of three fundamental experiments chosen from approved thermodynamics sections. Consist of three experiments chosen from approved thermodynamics sections.





MATHEMATICS II


EMAT 2/0 (see above) 5 10 (0.083) Semester

Lectures per week Pracs Tutorials per week Number of weeks Notional hours

6 x 45 min None 3 x 45 min 30 200

Content/ Syllabus

Theory: 1. Review of Mathematical concepts covered under Maths I (F). 2. Matrix Algebra. 3. Hyperbolic Functions. 4. Parametric Equations. 5. Newton’s Method. 6. Review of Differentiation (F). 7. Partial Differentiation. 8. Review of Integration. 9. Integration techniques and integration applications. 10. Introduction to 1st order Differential Equations. 11. First Order Differential Equations.




DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES AND APPLIED INFORMATICS CONTACT DETAILS: Departmental Secretary Tel: 0474016316

Information about Department There is an important role that the Department plays in many programmes offered in other departments and faculties. These programmes include courses/modules that are taught by department. Currently, a large number of students from Engineering, Education and Economic Sciences are serviced by the Department of Mathematical Sciences and Applied Informatics.

Mission of the Department

The mission of the Department of includes Creating mathematically rich environment for the development of sufficiently sophisticated scientists,

engineers and teachers of mathematics. Conducting and promoting research that addresses the local, regional as well as national priorities. Popularising mathematics through innovative teaching methods and constant communication with other

interfacing departments. Continually streamlining our programmes to align them with the demands of industry and commerce.

Goals of the Department The goals of the Department are: To produce quality graduates capable of dynamic participation in the economic and environmental

development of the region and beyond. Working closely with our community attempt to solve some of the problems and ensure that the

programmes are always relevant to their needs. Through a commitment to service excellence, staff development and the maximum use of human and

other resources, the Department of Mathematical Science and Applied Informatics strives to unite students, staff and employers in the common goal of improving the quality of life of our community.



Department Rules General Students should note that on registration to study at Walter Sisulu University, they automatically become members of the University and agree to abide by the rules and regulations of Walter Sisulu University as amended from time to time and for which further details are available in the general University prospectus. Class attendance All lectures, including tutorials and laboratory work are compulsory. Students should at all times be punctual in attending classes. Lecturers will keep a register of class attendance by students, which may be used as part of the

assessment of student performance.

Semester tests, lab work and handing in of assignments Students who are absent from semester assessments or who fail to submit assessments before or on the

due date, will receive a zero mark for that assessment. If the lecturer is provided with a signed certificate within 7 days after the assessment from a medical

practitioner to confirm that he/she was ill and/or incapacitated the assessment will be re-administered. Major semester assessments missed will be re-administered by departmental arrangement. Course Evaluation Students will be required to complete Evaluation forms on Course Offering & Lecturer for each courses at

the end of the course. Code of conduct The following code of conduct forms part of the way the work within the Department is envisaged: That the main focus is for students to study & learn; that the lecturer and students will take joint responsibility in ensuring that classes are conducted in an

environment conducive to learning; to promote such a learning environment by the students & lecturer;

undertake to be respectful to lecturers and other students; commit themselves to perform the work in a diligent and responsible manner; understand that students are encouraged to ask questions and get feedback; undertake to be punctual in attendance of all learning/teaching activities; undertake to keep venues clean & tidy and agree not to eat or litter inside the classroom and undertake to take care of the documentation & equipment issued and of the equipment that are used

in practicals or in the classroom.



Entrepreneurship & Professional Development of Students Mathematics is a scarce skill in South Africa and is crucial to the scientific and technological development that leads to economic development of the country. In view of this, the long term plan of the department envisages the establishment of a linkage between the department and industry and commerce.

Career Opportunities A strong background in mathematics is necessary for research in many areas of computer science, social science, and engineering

Teaching and Learning Methodology Learning activities include lectures, tutorials, practicals in which in which independent study is integrated.

Course Tuition Fees Students are referred to the Walter Sisulu University institutional Fee Booklet for costs of tuition fees, application fees, registration fees, late registration-fees and other student fees.

Service Modules offered by the Department

Module Name Code Credits Level Semester Faculty/DeptMathematics S1 MATH1/0 10 1 S1 ND: Civil Mathematics S2 MATH2/0 10 2 S2 ND: CivilMathematics S1 Ext EATH1/0 10 1 S1&S2 ND: CivilMathematics S2 Ext EATH 2/0 10 2 S1 &S2 ND: CivilMathematics S1 Ext EMAT1/0 12 1 S1& S2 ND: ElectricalMathematics S1 MATH1/0 12 1 S1 ND: ElectricalMathematics S2 MATH2/0 12 2 S2 ND: ElectricalMathematics S3 MATH3/0 12 3 S3 ND: ElectricalMathematics S1 Ext EMAT0/0 12 1 S1&S2 ND: Mechanical Mathematics S2 Ext EMAT2/0 10 2 S1&S2 ND: Mechanical Mathematics S1 MATH1/0 12 1 S1 ND: Mechanical Mathematics S2 MATH2/0 10 2 S2 ND: Mechanical Mathematics S3 MATH3/0 10 3 S3 ND: Mechanical Applied Statistics AST2110 30 Y2 ND: IT IT Electronics CNET2110 15 Y2 ND: IT End User Computing I EUCM110 ND: Tourism Management Computer Skills 1 ECSK1/0 ND: Engineering: Electrical (EP) Computer Skills 1 CSK1/0 ND: Engineering: Electrical Hospitality Information Systems 1

HINS110 ND: Hospitality Management

Hospitality Information Systems 2


Hospitality Information Systems 3




Computer Applications 1 CAPP1E0 ND: Building (EP) Computer Applications 1 CAPP1/0 ND: Building Computer Skills 1 ECSK/0 ND: Engineering: Civil(EP) Computer Skills 1 CSKI1/0 ND: Engineering: Civil Computer Skills 1 ECLI110 ND: Human Resource Management (ECP) Computer Applications in Education

EDU1266 B Ed FET (EMS)

Computer Applications in Education

EDU1266 B Ed FET (Technical)

Computer Applications 1 ECPR1/0 ND: Engineering: Mechanical(EP)Computer & Programming Skills

CAPS1/0 ND: Engineering: Mechanical

Computer Studies 1 COMP1/0 ND: Fashion Computer Studies 2 COMP2/0 ND: Fashion Computer Literacy CLIT1/0 ND: ABET



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