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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: 

Install a personal computer or handheld computer and peripherals 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
14950  Install a personal computer or handheld computer and peripherals 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Information Systems and Technology 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences Information Technology and Computer Sciences 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular-Fundamental  Level 4  NQF Level 04  7 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Reregistered  2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

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 unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard is intended:
  • To provide a competent knowledge of the areas covered.
  • For those working in, or entering the workplace in the field of Hardware, Infrastructure Maintenance and Support.

    People credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Plan the installation of a single-user personal computer and peripherals
  • Install, test, and gain user acceptance for the installation of a single-user personal computer and peripherals.
    The performance of all elements is to a standard expected in a professional environment. 
    		•

    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The credit value of this unit standard is based on a person having prior knowledge and skills to:
  • Demonstrate PC competency skills (End-User Computing unit standards at least up to NQF Level 3). 
    		•

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Plan the installation of a single-user personal computer and peripherals. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The plan identifies and explains the feasibility of the specification. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The plan identifies the time and resources required for the installation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The plan adopts a review procedure which ensures that the final outcome meets user requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The plan ensures that the resources required for the installation are available at the time of the installation. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Install a single-user computer and peripherals. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The installation ensures that the hardware units match the installation specification. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The installation ensures that the hardware units are located in accordance with the installation and the manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The installation ensures that the hardware units are interconnected according to the installation and the manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The installation ensures that the hardware units complete the manufacturer's diagnostic tests free of errors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. The installation ensures that the system software is configured and customised according to the installation and the manufacturer's specifications. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Test the installation of a single-user computer and peripherals. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The test ensures that the computer system operates according to the manufacturer's and installation specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The testing procedure meets the manufacturer's guidelines. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The test results are recorded according to organisation specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The test ensures that the system software and application software communicate with the hardware according to the manufacturer's specifications. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Gain user acceptance for the installation of a single-user computer and peripherals. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. An explanation of the manufacturer supplied operating procedures allows the user to begin operating the system. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. An explanation of training and support options allows the user to obtain training and support. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. A review of the installation and installation specification allows the user to judge that the installation has been completed. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Providers must be accredited by the relevant Education and Training Quality Authority (ETQA) before they can offer programs of education and training assessed against unit standards.

    Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    1. Performance of all elements is to be carried out in accordance with organisation standards and procedures, unless otherwise stated. Organisation standards and procedures may cover: quality assurance, documentation, security, communication, health and safety, and personal behaviour.
    2. Performance of all elements complies with the laws of South Africa, especially with regard to copyright, privacy, health and safety, and consumer rights.
    3. All activities must comply with any policies, procedures and requirements of the organisations involved, the ethical codes of relevant professional bodies and any relevant legislative and/ or regulatory requirements.
    4. Performance of all elements is to be completed within the normal range of time and cost that would be expected in a professional environment (e.g In a commercial or government organisation). 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify, solve problems and make decisions in relation to the current systems development environments. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and or language skills in the modes of oral and/ or written persuasion when engaging with systems development. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to his/her full personal development and the social and economic development of the society at large by being aware of the importance of: reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively, exploring education and career opportunities and developing entrepreneurial opportunities. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Supplementary information:
    None.

    Sub-Sub-Field (Domain):
    Hardware, Infrastructure Maintenance and Support. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  49129   Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Management and Administration  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Reregistered  2023-06-30  SERVICES 
    Elective  78964   Further Education and Training Certificate: Information Technology: Technical Support  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MICTS 
    Elective  24293   National Certificate: Information Technology: Technical Support  Level 4  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2010-01-23  Was MICTS until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  60652   Professional Qualification: Management and Administration  Level 4  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4  Reregistered  2021-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. Academy of Training and Development 
    2. Afedile M Learning Centre (Pty) Ltd 
    3. Amitek Business College 
    4. Arise Business Centre 
    5. ATTI Nelspruit Pty Ltd 
    6. AUM IT Solutions 
    7. Bophelo Tota ICT Driving Academy (Pty) Ltd 
    8. Broadband College of Technology 
    9. Bytes People Solutions A Division of Altron TMT (Pty) Ltd 
    10. Calandra Trading 523(PTY) 
    11. Careers IT (Pty) Ltd 
    12. Claas Illustration 
    13. CTU Training Solutions 
    14. Daily Training Cc 
    15. DC Dynamic College of Commerce & Further Training (Pty) Ltd 
    16. Denwin's Computer & Business School 
    17. DVG Property (Pty)Ltd 
    18. Ekasi IT Solutions CC 
    19. Fakazani Management Services 
    20. Falcon Business Institute (Pty) Ltd 
    21. Forek Institute of Technology (Pty) Ltd 
    22. Foster-Melliar 
    23. Gabasega Consulting and Training Centre 
    24. Gegana Computer Academy and Business Solutions cc 
    25. Golden Step Campus (Pty) Ltd. 
    26. iLearn Corporate Services PTY LTD 
    27. Information Technology Resource Centre 
    28. iSolve Business Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    29. IT SA Computer Services Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    30. Jeppe College of Commerce and Computer Studies 
    31. Johannesburg Institute of Engineering & Technology 
    32. Jonda Learning Academy 
    33. Kezla Investments 
    34. Khuphulanani Training Institute (Pty) Ltd 
    35. King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College 
    36. Konani Training and Development Institute 
    37. Leseding Computer Systems (Pty) Ltd 
    38. Limco Consulting and management (Pty) Ltd 
    39. M-cot Corporate Training 
    40. Malope IT Solutions 
    41. Mass Computer Training And Printers 
    42. MasterGrade IT 
    43. Mosadikago Trading Cc 
    44. National Computer College Carletonville 
    45. National Computer College Cc 
    46. Ngubeni Corporation 
    47. Ocule IT cc 
    48. On the Ball College Pty ltd 
    49. Overcomers Training College (Pty) Ltd 
    50. Prophesy Training College (Pty) Ltd 
    51. PROSERV SA (PTY) LTD 
    52. Qhakaza Management Services 
    53. Rand Training College 
    54. SEDIBENG 
    55. Sivile Housing Association RSA 
    56. Smart Byte Training Cc 
    57. Springfield Training (Pty) Ltd 
    58. Star Light Consulting 
    59. Success Christian Training Centre 
    60. Taal-Net Training Institute 
    61. Titan Trade Technologies (Pty) Ltd 
    62. Torque Technical Computer Training (Pty) Ltd 
    63. Tshwane College of Commerce and Computer 
    64. Umbuso Training Services (Pty) Ltd. 
    65. Umzinyathi Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd 
    66. Xtensive ICT Academy (Pty) Ltd 
    67. Xylo Trading 12 (Pty) Ltd 
    68. ZJ Africa Learn (Pty) Ltd 


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.