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Occupational Certificate: Data Science Practitioner

Data Science Practitioner

Programme ID: 118708 (Level 5)

Number of credits: 185

Duration: 2 Years

 

A Data Science Practitioner is tasked with finding answers to crucial business objectives such as optimising business operations, reducing costs, improving customer experience by using Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Science and Business domain knowledge. 

The Occupational Certificate in Data Science Practitioner is a comprehensive and specialized program designed to equip aspiring data scientists with the essential skills and knowledge required to thrive in the fast-evolving field of data science. This certificate program offers a unique blend of theoretical foundations, hands-on practical experience, and industry-relevant projects to prepare individuals for successful careers in the data-driven world.

Course Overview

This qualification builds an understanding of programming such as creating a set of instructions to a computer on how to perform a task using coding and programming languages. Data scientists apply machine learning algorithms to numbers, text, images, video, audio, and other data types to create artificial intelligence (AI) systems that can perform tasks that would normally require human intelligence. 

This qualification enables students to possess a variety of skill sets that can leverage data and information, that further helps companies to make better strategic decisions.

Entry Requirements

  • An FETC certificate or equivalent at NQF level 4 or a Matric Certificate.

Certification & Exam

On successful completion of the programme, the student will receive a statement of result from Cape Business & Engineering College and upon meeting the EISA requirements, receive an Occupational Certificate: Data Science Practitioner from the QCTO. All External Examinations are set and administered by QCTO and its Accrediting Partners.

EISA is a single, national assessment which leads to competent learners being awarded Occupational Certificates. It is an integral and critical component of QCTO’s quality assurance system, as it ensures that the assessment of occupational qualifications, part-qualifications and trades is standardised, consistent and credible. Qualifying for External Assessment: To qualify for an external assessment, learners must provide proof of completion of all required knowledge and practical modules by means of statements of results and a record of completed work experience