University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Informatics

Communication Studies and Language - Information Studies

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Purpose and Rationale

Qualification Purpose:

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with the ability to:

  • Demonstrate practical experience of a number of Informatics sub-fields by conducting lab experiments, developing computer programs, and doing investigations into a number of problems areas in IT technology.

  • Get an in-depth overview of a number of Informatics sub-fields (foundational competitiveness).

  • Obtain competencies and skills in the IT domain which can be applied in solving practical IT problems in industry enhancing decision making and strategic thinking.

Outcomes

  1. The learner should be able to demonstrate his abilities to study a theoretical IT topic and to reach a specified level of competence. Apply the theoretical knowledge in IT to the solution of practical IT problems.
  2. It is expected from a learner to liase with the lecturer in completing assignments and projects. It is expected form a learner to work in a group relationship with other learners. Must be able to give guidance to learners on junior levels in solving IT related assignments and problems (programming of assignments).
  3. The learner must be a reliable learner, completing tasks and assignments within preset time limits. Must have a positive attitude towards the course by regularly attending lectures and participating in class discussions.
  4. The learner must be able to work independently in solving assigned problems. Must be able to use technology to gather information on a specific IT topic (browsing the internet). Must be able to apply gathered info in an effective and systematical way in order to solve the problem under investigation.
  5. The learner must be able to summarise research results in a concise format (by visual/graphical/oral means) Must be able to conduct a class discussion on a selected IT topic. Must be able to participate in group discussion on any relevant IT topic.
  6. The learner must be able to use IT technology during the course (word processing, data base, slide shows, internet) Must be able to develop algorithms and to program these algorithms using a recognized high level language.
  7. The learner must be able to apply IT technology in real world problems to the benefit of society by improving living conditions.
  8. The learner must be able to obtain bibliographical references to study topics by using media such as textbooks, journals, CD-Rom libraries or the Internet. Must be able to do a systematically study of selected theoretical topics in IT and write tests and exams. Must be able to apply the theoretical knowledge in solving IT problems in industry. Make contact with lectures on an individual basis in order to get a deeper insight into the subject.
  9. The learner must be aware of responsibilities to use IT knowledge to the benefit of other citizens by improving living conditions. Must be responsible not to misuse IT knowledge to the detriment of other citizens (hacking the internet, writing viruses, breaking security codes)
  10. The learner must be sensitive to the needs of other citizens and how to apply research results in such a way not to offend any individual or group.
  11. The learner must be aware of means and ways to develop an IT career path. Must be able to draw up a CV. Must be aware of how to present himself during a job interview.
  12. The learner must be aware of the principles of self-employment. Must be able to act as an IT consultant. Must be aware of business principles in managing a business. Must be aware of generating jobs in the IT industry.

Assessment Criteria

Assessment Practices

  1. Formative Assessment:

    • Continuous assessment through practical assignments, class projects, and development of computer qualifications.
    • Formal assessment through written tests and exams.

  2. Group Participation:

    • Learner should have ample opportunity to demonstrate ability to work in group participation.

  3. Responsibility:

    • Demonstrating responsibility by completing the course within the preset time frame.
    • Ongoing evaluation by the lecturer on participation in class activities.

  4. Information Handling:

    • Ability to collect, structure, and interpret information from various sources.

  5. Communication Skills:

    • Ability to communicate with different stakeholders in the IT industry.
    • Use of multimedia facilities to present views on IT topics.

  6. Utilization of IT Technology:

    • Ability to use IT technology to solve complex study problems.

  7. Social Responsibility:

    • Applying IT knowledge for the benefit of society and the environment.

  8. Study Procedure:

    • Ability to follow a systematic study procedure.

  9. Ethics and Citizenship:

    • Ensuring IT skills are used for the benefit of society.

  10. Positive Attitude:

    • Maintaining a positive attitude towards fellow citizens.

  11. Employment Ethics:

    • Understanding ethics of employment in the IT industry.
    • Ability to draw up a CV.

  12. Business Principles:

    • Knowledge of business principles in the IT industry.

Integrated Assessment

  • Formative Assessment Practice:

    • Continuous assessment through informal class tests and formal semester tests.
    • Practical programming and software design assignments.
    • Evaluation of subject-related documents.

  • Summative Assessment:

    • Two written examinations per module per semester focusing on exit-level outcomes.

Qualification Details

Type
Honours Degree
NQF Level
08
Min. Credits
120
SAQA Source
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The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a public university located in Johannesburg, South Africa. It was established in 2005 through the merger of the Rand Afrikaans University, Technikon Witwatersrand, and the Soweto and East Rand campuses of Vista University. UJ is one of the largest universities in South Africa, with over 50,000 students enrolled across its four campuses. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields, including arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, business, and health sciences. UJ is known for its commitment to providing quality education, promoting social justice, and fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
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