- NQF Level 06
- SAQA ID 119458
- Credits: 240
- Duration: 2 Years
The Occupational Certificate in Software Engineering is a comprehensive and specialized program designed to equip aspiring software engineers with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience necessary to excel in the dynamic and ever-evolving field of software development. This certification provides individuals with a solid foundation in computer science principles, programming languages, and industry best practices.
Why Choose the Occupational Certificate in Software Engineering?
This certificate program offers a focused and accelerated pathway for individuals seeking to enter the software development field or advance their existing careers. The hands-on approach ensures that participants develop practical skills and are ready to contribute to real-world projects from day one.
With an ever-increasing demand for skilled software engineers across industries, this Occupational Certificate empowers graduates with the tools and expertise to succeed in a competitive and rewarding profession.
Join us on this exciting journey of becoming a Software Engineer and make a significant impact on the technological landscape.
Program Overview
The Software Engineer Occupational Certificate program offers a hands-on and practical approach to learning. It covers a wide range of topics, from fundamental programming concepts to advanced software development methodologies. Participants will delve into the intricacies of various programming languages, software design principles, data structures, algorithms, and database management.
Entry Requirements
- An FETC certificate or equivalent at NQF level 4 or a Matric Certificate.
Certification & Examination Authority
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: Software Engineer 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.
Key Learning Areas
Programming Languages: Participants will gain proficiency in popular programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript, and explore the best practices for writing efficient and scalable code.
Software Development Lifecycle: The program emphasizes understanding the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, and deployment.
Object-Oriented Programming (OOP): Students will learn how to design and implement OOP concepts, encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism to build robust and maintainable software.
Web Development: The certificate covers web development essentials, including HTML, CSS, and front-end frameworks, as well as server-side programming and back-end technologies.
Database Management: Participants will learn database design, querying, and management using SQL or NoSQL databases, enabling them to build data-driven applications.
Software Testing and Quality Assurance: Understanding the principles of software testing and QA is emphasized, enabling students to deliver high-quality software products.
Version Control and Collaboration: The program introduces version control systems like Git, enabling effective collaboration and code management in team-based projects.
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the Occupational Certificate in Software Engineering, graduates can pursue various career paths within the tech industry, including:
- Software Developer
- Web Developer
- Mobile App Developer
- Full-Stack Developer
- Backend Developer
- Frontend Developer
- Software Engineer
- Quality Assurance Engineer
- DevOps Engineer