REGISTRATION AND ACCREDITATION Tshwane College is registered as a Private Further Education Institution (Registration No: 2010/FE07/39), and as a Matric Re-write Centre (Registration No: GDE4000386). PROSPECTUS
PROSPECTUS 3 Contents Principal s message 4 Mission and Vision 6 ICB Accredited Qualifications 8 National Further Education and Training (FET) Qualifications 13 Nated Courses (N1 N6) 16 Short Learning Programmes 20 Matric Rewrite Programme & High School 22 Contact Details: 24 Copyright (c) Tshwane College of Commerce and Computer Studies (c) All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or means - mechanical or electronic, including recordings or tape recording and photography - without prior permission of the publisher.
4 PROSPECTUS Principal s MESSAGE At Tshwane College of Commerce and Computer Studies, we have one simple goal: ensuring that you achieve the best results in order to lay the best foundation for your chosen career. Arafat Masimbi Principal Tshwane College of Commerce and Computer Studies has a long and proud history of providing quality affordable qualifications that lead to careers in both the private and public sectors. These qualifications include the following: Qualifications that are accredited by professional bodies such as the Institute of Certified BookKeepers (ICB) National Further Education and Training (FET) qualifications Nated Courses (N1-N6) Matric Re-Write programme (both old and new curriculum) and Primary as well as High School (Grade 1 12) We also offer short courses (skills development programmes) such as Computer Literacy and Call (contact) Centre. Considerable investment in the college has been made over the last few years in order to meet the demands of a consistently growing student population. This includes the acquiring of new
PROSPECTUS 5 teaching facilities and upgrading of existing areas. For example, the College now has three Campuses in the following cities: Pretoria, Johannesburg and Durban. We also have student residences that are located in close proximity of our Campuses. These facilities, coupled with dedicated and skilled staff, strong links with private and public sector entities as well as concentration on specialist areas help Tshwane College to give you the best possible start to your career. Your life outside the classroom is important too. Tshwane College s location within the Central Business Districts of the three Metropolitan cities of Pretoria, Johannesburg and Durban means that you will pay lower housing, living and transport costs than in other parts of country. Yet you will still be within easy range of all government departments and head offices of some private entities if you need part-time or full time jobs. And of course you will have ready access to all the social life, entertainment and human diversity of three of Africa s greatest Metropolitan cities. This prospectus can only give you a brief glimpse of the college and its facilities. My colleagues and I would be delighted to welcome you to Tshwane College and to help you with any queries. We look forward to the opportunity of having you as our student. Yours Sincerely Arafat Masimbi
6 PROSPECTUS VISION To prepare future leaders who espouse the African tradition of honour and integrity for both the public and private sectors. MISSION To provide and facilitate the delivery of affordable quality education, efficiently and effectively. To achieve the above mission and vision, we have highly qualified, competent and friendly academic and support staff to offer relevant market related courses in the business, management, information technology and public sector fields of study. Our academic staff is supported by lecturers from leading local and international universities. Together they groom our students for a brighter future. BACKGROUND Tshwane College was established by a group of current and former university lecturers and professors. Their aim is to provide high quality education to students in order to prepare them for a brighter future. The foundation of Tshwane College is excellent in preparing students to be productive responsible citizens. This is achieved by providing quality education in cooperation with family and community. The college espouses the values of a solid work ethic, good citizenship and a sense of morality that supports the community s values. Students are encouraged to develop a sense of responsibility that enables them to be both self-disciplined and self-reliant. The instruction offered to students provides them with the skills necessary to compete and achieve success in the academic and nonacademic fields. Our Goal: Academic Excellence Education at Tshwane College is focused on the development of the total student, preparing him or her for a brighter future and a commitment to social justice and a concern for the world at large. We prepare our students for a mission that extends beyond mere education into the arena of both public and private service. DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATION PROGRAMMES Which will you choose?
1 TAKE A STEP BEYOND EXCELLENCE by enrolling for any of our qualifications that make you excel. INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPERS (ICB) ACCREDITED PROGRAMMES
8 INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPERS 1. INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPERS (ICB) We offer the following ICB Accredited Programmes: 1.1 NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: BOOKKEEPING NQF L3 - SAQA ID: 58375 Entry Requirements: Grade 10 (Std 8) or equivalent. Certified copy of your previous results and certified copy of your identity documents Certified proof of your residential address No prior accounting knowledge needed You must be at least 16 years of age. Bookkeeping to Trial Balance Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns Computerised Bookkeeping Business Literacy 1.2 CERTIFICATE: BOOKKEEPING NQF L4 - SAQA ID: 58376 Entry Requirements: Grade 11 (Std 9) or equivalent Assessed as competent in the previous learning areas (1-4) or be a qualified Certified Junior Bookkeeper. Certified copy of your previous results and certified copy of your identity documents Certified proof of your residential address
INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPERS 9 Financial Statements Cost and Management Accounting 1.3 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: TECHNICAL FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING NQF L5 - SAQA ID: 36213 Entry Requirements: Grade 11 (Std 9) or equivalent Assessed as competent in the previous learning areas (1-4) or be a qualified Certified Junior Bookkeeper. Certified copy of your previous results and certified copy of your identity documents Certified proof of your residential address Income Tax Returns Business Law and Accounting Control 1.4 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING NQF L6 - SAQA ID: 48736 Entry Requirements: National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting NQF L5 (consist of the previous 8 learning areas) or an equivalent qualification Certified copy of your previous results and certified copy of your identity document Certified proof of your residential address. Corporate Strategy Management Accounting and Control Systems Financial Reporting and Regulatory Frameworks Accounting Theory and Practice
10 INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPERS 1.5 CERTIFICATE: OFFICE ADMINISTRATION NQF L5 - SAQA ID: 23618 Entry Requirements: Grade 12 (Std 10) or equivalent and you must be at least 16 years of age No prior accounting knowledge needed Certified copy of your previous results and certified copy of your identity documents Certified proof of your residential address Office Communication Business and Office Administration I Bookkeeping Marketing Management and Public Relations Business Law and Administrative Practice Cost and Management Accounting 1.6 HIGHER CERTIFICATE: OFFICE ADMINISTRATION NQF L5 - SAQA ID: 23619 Entry Requirements: Certificate in Office Administration NQF L5, which consists of the previous 6 learning areas. Certified copy of your previous results and certified copy of your identity documents Certified proof of your residential address Business and Office Management II Human Resources Management and Labour Relations Economics
INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPERS 11 1.7 DIPLOMA: OFFICE ADMINISTRATION NQF L6 - SAQA ID: 35958 Entry Requirements: Higher Certificate: Office Administration, which consists of the previous 9 learning areas. Certified copy of your previous results and certified copy of your identity documents Certified proof of your residential address Business and Office Management III Financial Accounting Management
2 TAKE A STEP BEYOND EXCELLENCE by enrolling for any of our qualifications that make you excel. NATIONAL FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING (FET) QUALIFICATIONS
FET QUALIFICATIONS 13 2.1 NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY END USER COMPUTING (NQF3) CREDITS: 130 SAQA ID: 61591 Entry requirements: Basic Computer Skills Duration: 1 Year 1st Semester: Basic Computing End User Computing 1A Life Skills Basic Mathematics Project Management Tools 2nd Semester: End User Computing 1B Business Communication Introduction to Programming PC Maintenance Introduction to Computers Experiential Learning 2.2 NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT (NQF4) CREDITS: 163 SAQA ID: 24294 Entry requirements: Senior Certificate or Equivalent Duration: 1 Year Life Skills 1st Semester: 2nd Semester: Business Communications
14 FET QUALIFICATIONS 1st Semester: Basic Computing Programming Logic Mathematical Literacy Contact Centre Operations End User Computing 2nd Semester: Programming C++ Operating Systems Computer Architecture Computer Hardware & Software Experiential Learning 2.3 NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: TECHNICAL SUPPORT (PC ENGINEERING) CREDITS: 163 SAQA ID: 24293 (NQF4) Entry requirements: Senior Certificate or Equivalent Duration: 1Year 1st Semester: Business Communications End User Computing Computer Hardware and Software Basic Mathematics Contact Centre Operations 2nd Semester: Data Communication Hardware & Software Installation Infrastructure Support Computer Architecture Experiential Learning Computing
3 TAKE A STEP BEYOND EXCELLENCE by enrolling for any of our qualifications that make you excel. NATED COURSES (N1 N6)
16 NATED COURSES (N1 N6) 3.1 NATED COURSES: MANAGEMENT (N1 N6) Examination centre number: 899998827 Students write examinations set by the Department of Education and receive a Department of Education Certificate on completion of Level 4 and level 5, while Diplomas are received upon completion of Level 6 and working experience of 18 months. Admission requirements: Senior Certificate or equivalent N4 N5 N6 Finance, Economics & Accounting Financial Accounting Financial Accounting Financial Accounting Computer Financial System Computer Financial System Computer Financial System Management Communication Cost and Management Cost and Management Entrepreneurship Mercantile Law Income Tax Human Resource Management Human Resource Management Human Resource Management Human Resource Management Computer Practice Computer Practice Computer Practice Management Communication Human Resource Training Human Resource Training Entrepreneurship Labour Relations Labour Relations
NATED COURSES (N1 N6) 17 Public Relations Information Processing Information Processing Information Processing Communication Public Relations Office Practice Office Practice Communication Communication Entrepreneurship Office Practice Public Relations Marketing Management Marketing Marketing Marketing Advertising Promotions Advertising Promotions Advertising Promotions Marketing Communication Marketing Communication Marketing Communication Public Management Public Administration Public Administration Public Administration Computer Practice Computer Practice Public Law Communication Communication Computer Practice Office Practice Office Practice Office Practice
18 Tourism Travel Office Procedures Travel Office Procedures Travel Office Procedures Tourist Destinations Tourist Destinations Tourist Destinations Travel Services Travel Services Travel Services Tourism Communication Tourism Communication Hotel Reception Business Management Computer Practice Computer Practice Computer Practice Financial Accounting Financial Accounting Financial Accounting Entrepreneurship/Bus Management Entrepreneurship/Bus Management Entrepreneurship/Bus Management Management Communication Sales Management Sales Management N4 N5 N6 Management Assistant Computer Practice Computer Practice Computer Practice Communication Communication Communication Office Practice Office Practice Office Practice Information Processing Information Processing Information Processing
NATED COURSES (N4 N6) 19 3.2 ENGINEERING PROGRAMMES N1-N6 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Electrotechnics Digital Electronic Mathematics Engineering Science Industrial Electronics Protective Device Communication Engineering Physics Logic System Comm. Electronics Computer Principles Fault Finding + Industrial Intruments CIVIL ENGINEERING Building & Structure Construction Building & Structure Survey Supervisory Management Building Admin Quantity Survey Mathematics (0) MECHANICAL ENGINEERING Strength of Materials Motor Vehicle Science Power Machines Suppervisory- Management Mechanical Draughting Mechanotechnics Steel Drawing Fluid Mechanics Plating and Structural Mathematics Engineering Science
20 SHORT LEARNING PROGRAMMES 4. SHORT LEARNING PROGRAMMES Entry requirements: Senior Certificate is not a requirement Duration: 1 Month to 6 Months 4.1 Computer Literacy Business communication Computer Fundamentals Microsoft Word Microsoft Excell Microsoft Powerpoint Microsoft Access Microsoft Outlook 4.2 Call Centre/Contact Centre Inbound Call Centre Business Communication Telephone Etiquette Computer Practice Outbound Call Centre Typing Skills
5 TAKE A STEP BEYOND EXCELLENCE by enrolling for any of our qualifications that make you excel. MATRIC RE-WRITE AND HIGH SCHOOL (GR 8-12)
22 MATRIC RE-WRITE AND HIGH SCHOOL (GR 8-12) 5. MATRIC RE-WRITE AND HIGH SCHOOL Department of Education Registration No: GDE: 400386 Note that the High School (Grade 8-12) and the Matric Re-write programmes are housed in a separate building from the rest of the college. Admission requirements: Certified copy of identity document Two ID photos Certified copy of previous results or equivalent Transfer cards NCS AND MATRIC REWRITE SUBJECTS NEW CURRICULUM SUBJECTS (NCS) Mathematics Physical Sciences Life Sciences English History NEW CURRICULUM SUBJECTS (NCS) Geography Computer Application Tech African Languages Business Studies Tourism Economics Mathematical Literacy Accounting MATRIC REWRITE : OLD CURRICULUM OLD CURRICULUM SUBJECTS Mathematics Physical Sciences Biology OLD CURRICULUM SUBJECTS History Geography Mercantile Law
MATRIC RE-WRITE AND HIGH SCHOOL (GR 8-12) 23 MATRIC REWRITE : OLD CURRICULUM English OLD CURRICULUM SUBJECTS Business Economics OLD CURRICULUM SUBJECTS African Languages Accounting Economics Code of Conduct Any student/learner admitted at Tshwane College is expected to acquaint him/herself with our code of conduct. We also expect parents to play an active role in our students /learners discipline. We do not tolerate any deviation from the rules of the college.
CONTACT DETAILS GENERAL ENQUIRIES PO Box 13535, The Tramshed 0126 Cell: 071 628 3941/076 623 9220 Fax: 086 574 0791 Email: enquiries@tshwanecollege.net Website: www.tshwanecollege.net PRETORIA CAMPUS EDUHOUSE 210 Du Toit Street Pretoria CBD Tel: 012 322 5866 Cell: 071 628 3941 Email: adminpta@tshwanecollege.net JOHANNESBURG CAMPUS 28 Plein Street Cnr. Plein and Joubert Street Tel: 011 333 2220 Cell: 079 608 6707 Fax: 086 574 0791 Email: adminjhb@tshwanecollege.net DURBAN CAMPUS 368 Anton Lembede Street (Smith Street) Durban CBD Tel: 031 301 8488 Cell: 076 623 9220 Fax: 086 574 0791 Email: admindbn@tshwanecollege.net