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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Advanced Diploma in Multimedia Computing 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
111263  Advanced Diploma in Multimedia Computing 
ORIGINATOR
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Advanced Diploma  Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences  Information Technology and Computer Sciences 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  120  Not Applicable  NQF Level 07  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered  EXCO 0821/24  2019-08-19  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30   2031-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
This qualification equips learners with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue a career in Multimedia Computing, focusing on:
  • Writing and implementing computer programs, general and specific to the Multimedia environment.
  • Design, develop and implement multimedia applications on different platforms.
  • Design and development of multimedia elements (text, audio, graphics, video, 3D modelling and animation) to produce multimedia content.
  • Create interactive virtual environments.
  • Use applicable equipment to create multimedia content.

    Qualifying learners be able to implement and recommend solutions to Information and Communications Technology (ICT) problems, thereby assisting in strengthening the country's economy. With the ever-increasing speed of technology change, especially in virtual reality and interactive environments, the shortage of developers for these new technologies will become a major problem in the Information Technology (IT) industry in South Africa.

    Rationale:
    The Advanced Diploma in Multimedia Computing builds upon the foundation laid by the Diploma in Multimedia Computing, by strengthening the learners' game design and development skills, and adding Internet programming and multimedia courseware development skills. This qualification provides learners with knowledge of game design combined with computer science skills required to develop games and interactive applications. The qualification combines theoretical and practical knowledge, and teaches learners how to apply these to the development of 2D and 3D simulations, as well as the development of e-learning courseware and Internet programming solutions.

    The demand from employers for candidates capable of working effectively in a Multimedia Computing environment continues to grow, as does their demand for technical skills and expertise. This qualification aims to provide the necessary skills and depth of knowledge to ensure that candidates remain attractive to relevant employment markets.

    This qualification is a combination of learning outcomes that has the defined purpose of capacitating the learner with workplace applicable competencies and which will provide the learner with a solid foundation for any future learning endeavours in the multimedia industries. The learner will be equipped with the necessary skills to apply for several job positions in demand in the ICT industry. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be used to demonstrate competence for admission to this qualification. RPL may also be used to grant access to the qualification or obtain credits for some learning outcomes. Evidence of prior learning will be assessed through formal institutional policies and procedures.

    Entry Requirements:
    The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • Diploma in information Technology, NQF Level 6.
    Or
  • National Diploma in Information Technology NQF Level 6. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification consists of the following compulsory and elective modules at Level 8 totalling 120 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules: 105 Credits:
  • Games Engineering, 15 Credits.
  • Multimedia Project Design, 15 Credits.
  • M0ultimedia Project, 15 Credits.
  • Human Computer Interaction, 15 Credits.
  • Internet Programming, 15 Credits.
  • Advanced Games Programming, 15 Credits.
  • Instructional Multimedia Design, 15 Credits.

    Elective Modules: 15 Credits (Choose one):
  • Introduction to Software Engineering, 15 Credits.
  • Computer Graphics, 15 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Design and develop 3D interactive games.
    2. Design and develop industry related multimedia projects.
    3. Apply system-level perspective to recognise the functionality of context of computer systems and the human computer interaction.
    4. Design and develop web programing solutions.
    5. Design instructional programmes for e-learning.
    6. Apply software engineering principles to the multimedia project life cycle.
    7. Apply mathematical algorithms to create application software for multimedia signal processing and communication. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Implement interactive technologies in the development of games for educational, advertisement, or training purposes.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • The phases of designing a multimedia project are explained and implemented to realise the artefact of the project.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • An explanation of fundamental design and evaluation techniques of human computer interaction is provided.
  • Prototypes are created which demonstrate the interactivity of user interfaces.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
  • Websites that incorporate multimedia elements are designed and realised.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
  • An immersive multimedia learning system is designed and developed that makes use of instructional design, interaction design and gamification elements.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
  • Software is created by applying the design, development, maintenance, testing, and evaluation phases of software engineering.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
  • Software is developed to demonstrate how known mathematical algorithms can be used to store multimedia content like, text, images, animations, sound, and other media.
  • Software is developed to demonstrate how known mathematical algorithms can be used to transmit multimedia content like, text, images, animations, sound, and other media over a network connection.
  • Software is developed to demonstrate how known mathematical algorithms can be used to process multimedia content like, text, images, animations, sound, and other media.

    Integrated Assessment:
    Integrated assessment takes the form of an appropriate variety of assessment methods. This includes summative assessment in the form of written or oral exams, and formative assessment in the form of problem solving assignments, computer programs, projects, presentations, case studies, portfolios, log books, documentation, and towards the end of the year, a reflective assessment where learners will complete a single Multimedia Computing project that will incorporate the identification, analysis, designing and development of a real life scenario based in the Multimedia Computing environment. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification is benchmarked against the Curricula Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and Computer Society of the Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE-CS) Curricula, which is used by most universities and is accepted international best practice. This qualification is unique in South Africa, but similar qualifications exist in the Philippines (Manila).

    Several international universities internationally offer one year Advanced Diplomas in Multimedia Applications or Multimedia Design, but the main focus of these qualifications are the design of multimedia and provide the learners with the necessary skills and knowledge required to develop effective multimedia applications. Such qualifications introduce learners to the diverse aspects of multimedia including professional multimedia development, packages for multimedia development, web development, 3D animation, special effects, digital audio and video. The proposed Advanced Diploma in Multimedia Computing combines skills such as design skills with internet and advanced games programming in order to create interactive virtual environments or simulations. Such simulations are the core of the virtual and augmented reality technologies, which is growing rapidly all over the world.

    In Philippines (Manila) two universities/colleges, the Career Academy Asia and the Lyceum of the Philippines University each offer a one year and three year Advanced Diploma and Bachelor of Arts Degree respectively. The curriculum covers design fundamentals but to a greater extent than our curriculum, and they also focus on producing interactive interfaces and motion graphics which is similar to our curriculum. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Design, Level 7.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Arts Honours in Visual Multimedia Arts, Level 8. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
    N/A 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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    1. Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) 


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