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The IT Technical support qualification creates entry level systems support professionals with good fundamental knowledge of the information technology field. The next qualification in the IT track, IT Solutions Administrator: MCSA further builds on the technical skills required to progress to the IT CLOUD Administrator: MCSE. These qualifications are aligned to International certifications that prepare learners to write the selected international Microsoft exams in the MCSA and MCSE certification tracks.

MCSA: Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate: Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate is intended for people who seek entrylevel jobs in an information technology environment. MCSA is a prerequisite for more advanced Microsoft certifications

MCSE: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert: Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert is a certification intended for IT professionals seeking to demonstrate their ability to build innovative solutions across multiple technologies, both on-premises and in the cloud.

Included in the fees
  • Access to books on Safari
  • International exams listed (does not include rewrites)
  • Office 365

Requirements

A device (tablet) and a minimum of 5GB data (uncapped recommended) are required to access training material.

Optional

Should you prefer to use or purchase your own PC for studies at home or laptop for studies at the campus, refer to the website for more information or contact the nearest campus for device specifications.

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3 Study options available

Full Time

1-3 year tertiary education programmes for school leavers. National qualifications & international certifications.

FULL TIME, DAY CLASSES,
MONDAY - FRIDAYS

Part Time

Are you a working individual and do not have the time to study full time? This option is perfect for you!
*Only runs in VILT (Virtual Instructor Led Training)

2 EVENINGS P/WEEK
& SATURDAYS

Self-Paced

This flexible study method consists of contact sessions, self-paced and online training – ideal for someone who wants to study while working.

*Only available for IT TECHNICAL SUPPORT. Student must have relevant IT experience or work in the relevant industry

STUDY FROM HOME,
80% SELF-PACED &
20% CONTACT SESSIONS

YEAR 1

IT TECHNICAL SUPPORT*

MODULES

  • CPS511: Computer Technology Principles and Support
  • NA511: Network Architecture
  • PS511: PowerShell (OpenEDX–Desktop Support)
  • MDA512: Modern Desktop Administration
  • IBP412: IT and Business Planning

NATIONAL QUALIFICATION

  • FET Certificate: IT Technical Support (SAQA ID 78964, NQF Level 4, 163 Credits)
  • Certificate issued by MICT SETA

INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

comptia certifiedmicrosoft certified

  • 220-1001 CompTIA A+ Core 1
  • 220-1002 CompTIA A+ Core 2
  • MD-100 Windows 10
  • MD-101 Managing Modern Desktops

    • *Optional (for student’s own account)

  • N10-007* CompTIA Network+

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

National Senior Certificate (Grade 12), including an achievement rating of at least 3 (40-49%) in Mathematics Literacy & language or English first additional language
Application form & diagnostics assessment at the campus

YEAR 2

IT CLOUD SOLUTIONS ADMINISTRATOR

MODULES

  • SS521: Introduction to Server Management
  • ML521: Machine Learning
  • CC521: COFI Curriculum for Fibre Optics
  • ADS522: Advanced Server Systems
  • ITIL522: Information Technology Infrastructure Foundation
  • CF521: Cloud Fundamentals

NATIONAL QUALIFICATION

  • National Certificate:IT Systems Support (SAQA ID 48573, NQF Level 5, 147 Credits)
  • Certificate issued by MICT SETA

INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

microsoft certified

  • 70-740 Installation, Storage and Compute with Windows Server 2016
  • 70-741 Networking with Windows Server 2016
  • 70-742 Identity with Windows Server 2016

    • *Optional (for student’s own account)

  • AZ-900* Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

FET Certificate: IT Technical Support (SAQA ID 78964, NQF Level 4, 163 Credits)

YEAR 3

IT CLOUD SOLUTIONS ENGINEER

MODULES

  • CA621: Cloud Administration
  • CCS621: Computer and Cloud Security
  • IPM411: Intro to Project Management
  • CAT622: Cloud Architect Technologies and Design
  • MA622: Messaging Administration

NATIONAL QUALIFICATION

  • Certificate:IT Database Administration (SAQA ID 71869, NQF Level 6, 120 Credits)
  • Certificate issued by MICT SETA

INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

microsoft certified

    Outcome – Microsoft Certified Azure Cloud Administrator

  • AZ-300: Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies

    • Outcome – MCSE: Cloud Platform & Infrastructure

  • AZ-300: Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies
  • AZ-301: Microsoft Azure Architect Design

    • Outcome – Microsoft Certified Azure Solution Architect Expert

  • AZ-500Microsoft Azure Security Technologies

    • Outcome – Microsoft Certified Azure Data Engineer Associate
    *Optional (for student’s own account)

  • DP-201* Designing an Azure Data Solution
  • MS-200* Planning and Configuring a Messaging Platform
  • MS-201* Implementing a Hybrid and Secure Messaging Platform

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

International Certificate: MCSA: Windows Server 2016 (NQF 5) National Certificate: IT Systems Support (SAQA ID 48573, NQF Level 5, 147 Credits)

ADD-ON

CLOUD AND SECURITY PROFESSIONAL: CISCO

MODULES

  • CN511: Core Networks
  • CSA511: Cyber Security Analyst
  • IPM611: Project Management (SCRUM)
  • CCC511: CCNA Cloud
  • CCV512: CCNA Voice
  • CS512: Computer Structures

NATIONAL QUALIFICATION

    After successfully completing MCSA:

  • The benefit of doing this programme as an add-on, is the international certifications.
  • Additional 10 credits of SAQA ID 50080 (not full qualification)

INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION

cisco certifications

  • 210-250 Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Fundamentals SECFND
  • 210-225 Implementing Cisco Cybersecurity Operations (SECOPS)

    • *Optional (for student’s own account)
    ** New exam (CCNA v3); also known as CCNAX

  • C 200-125** CCNA Routing and Switching
  • CS0-001* Cyber Security Analyst

    • On completion of international exams:

  • CCNA: CISCO Certified Network Associate

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

National Certificate: IT System Support (SAQA ID 48573, NQF Level 5, 147 Credits)

Registered self-study students get free access to CTU Cloud Campus’ subscription-based e-learning (access over 1,060 soft-skills and Microsoft office e-learning for every job role). The CTU Cloud Campus online training options offer traditional education with a higher degree of freedom. The benefit of CTU Cloud Campus is that you can study from home at your own pace, with online support. You get access to interactive resources and can stay connected through interactive student forums.

SELF-STUDY LEARNING

A flexible study method consisting of contact sessions, self study and online training – ideal for someone who wants to study while working.

Please Note:

  • Self-study Learning programme fees (programme & cash fee) does not include any international examinations and is payable monthly over 12 months.
  • There will be an additional charge for postage/package fees.
  • A deposit is required before the programme commences.

Self study & contact sessions

  • All students must keep a workplace experience log book. The only experience related to the student’s studies should be captured.
  • Intakes: February, May, August. Induction day and first session attendance are compulsory.
  • Students will build an electronic Portfolio of Evidence. Summative assessments (x4 sessions) to take place on-site.
  • Confirm graduation date with the campus manager.
  • Please refer to the study guide for more information.
CTU Training Solutions (PTY) Ltd (selected registered campuses) is also provisionally registered as a private higher education institution in terms of section 54(3) of the Higher Education Act, 1997 (Act No 101 of 1997), and Regulation 14(4)(b) of the Regulations for the Registration of Private Higher Education Institutions, 2016. (No 2014/HE07/004). (Registered campuses: Bloemfontein, Boksburg, Polokwane, Potchefstroom , Pretoria, Stellenbosch)

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    CTU Training Solutions | Updated: January 10th, 2020
    Terms & Conditions: The content of this page is subject to change without notification due to market trends in the industry, legislation and/ or programme version updates. Refer to website for the latest version of the prospectus. The CTU Career Campus, a division of CTU Training Solutions (PTY) Ltd, reserves the right to change the programme content without prior notice. Additional international exams may be written but are not included in the programme fee. Minimum student (capacity) group sizes will fall into the Virtual Instructor-Led programme commencing in the months of February & July of each year.

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