Calendar PART
7
2007
College of Science,
Engineering and Technology
The complete Calendar consists of:
PART 1
General Information and Rules
PART 2
PART 3
PART 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
PART 8
Subjects and syllabuses
Rules: College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences
Rules: College of Economic and Management Sciences
Rules: College of Human Sciences
Rules: College of Law
Rules: College of Science, Engineering and Technology
VUDEC/UNISA
(All degrees, diplomas and certificates)
(General information, rules, regulations and transitional arrangements)
NOTICE
The Calendar is valid for 2007 only. Rules and syllabuses may be changed for 2008.
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PO Box 392
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Vision
Towards the African university in the service of humanity
Mission
The University of South Africa is a comprehensive, open learning and distance education institution, which, in response to the diverse needs of society:
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provides quality general academic and career-focused learning opportunities underpinned by principles of lifelong learning, flexibility, and
student-centredness;
undertakes research and knowledge development guided by integrity, quality and rigour;
participates in community development by utilizing its resources and capacities for the upli�ment of the disadvantaged;
is accessible to all learners, specifically those on the African continent, and the marginalised, by way of a barrier-free environment, while
responding to the needs of the global market;
addresses the needs of a diverse learner profile by offering relevant learner support, facilitated by appropriate information and
communications technology;
develops and retains high quality capacities among its staff members to achieve human development, by using the resources at its disposal
efficiently and effectively;
cultivates and promotes an institutional ethos, intellectual culture and educational experience that is conducive to critical discourse,
intellectual curiosity, tolerance, and a diversity of views;
contributes to good and responsible society by graduating individuals of sound character and versatile ability; and
meets the needs of the global competitive society by nurturing collaborative relationships with its stakeholders and other partners.
Values
The University of South Africa espouses the values in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa: human dignity, the achievement of equality, and
social justice. We also affirm the historic principles of academic freedom. We seek to weave these into the fabric of our institutional life and culture.
Elaborated, these values and principles consist of the following elements:
INTEGRITY
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Subscribing to truth, honesty, transparency and accountability of conduct in all that we do
SOCIAL JUSTICE AND FAIRNESS
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Promoting equity of access and opportunity so that all may develop their full potential
EXCELLENCE
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Upholding high standards of aspiration in all our practices, with continuous a�ention to improvement in quality
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SECTION 1:
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ADVICE AND INFORMATION
Introduction .......................................................................................5
Admission to studies ........................................................................5
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Physics stream (02089 – NFI).........................................................27
Physics and Computer Science stream (02089 – NFC) ..............27
Chapter 6
Degrees and Certificates ............................................................................ 6
1
Degrees ...............................................................................................6
2
Certificate/Diploma ..........................................................................7
The National Certificate in Datametrics ............................................... 28
6.1
Introduction .....................................................................................28
6.2
For whom? .......................................................................................28
6.3
Rules for the National Certificate in Datametrics ......................28
Sc10 Admission ........................................................................................28
Sc11 Duration of study and number of study units per year ............29
Sc12 Subjects .............................................................................................29
Sc13 Composition and completion of the curriculum ........................30
Sc14 Exemption ........................................................................................30
Sc15 Pass with distinction .......................................................................30
6.4
Core modules for the National Certificate in Datametrics .......30
6.5
Model Curricula for the National Certificate in Datametrics ...31
6.6
Recognition for Degree studies .....................................................33
Chapter 3
Chapter 7
Rules for the Degree of Bachelor of Science ......................................... 7
Sc1
Admission ..........................................................................................7
Sc2
Definitions ..........................................................................................8
Sc3
Duration of study and number of study units per year ..............9
Sc4
Subjects ...............................................................................................9
Sc5
Composition and completion of the curriculum ..........................9
Sc6
Pass-mark and subminima; retention of credit...........................10
Sc7
Pass with distinction .......................................................................10
Sc8
Major subjects – see also Sc5(1)(b) ................................................10
Practical work and practical examinations........................................... 34
7.1
General information .......................................................................34
7.2
Exemption from practical examinations/modules at other
universities or institutions .............................................................34
Chapter 4
Rules for the Degree of Honours Bachelor of Administration ........ 35
PSc28 Admission ........................................................................................35
PSc29 Subjects .............................................................................................35
PSc30 Pass with distinction .......................................................................36
PSc31 Curriculum and other requirements ............................................36
SECTION 2:
RULES FOR FORMATIVE AND
PROFESSIONAL UNDERGRADUATE
QUALIFICATIONS
Chapter 1
Telephone numbers .................................................................................... 6
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Administration ..................................................................................6
2
Contact numbers for Departments .................................................6
Chapter 2
Advice and information on registration for the BSc Degree ............ 10
4.1
Procedure for compiling a BSc curriculum .................................10
4.2
How many modules can you cope with each year? ..................11
4.3
Compulsory handbooks.................................................................11
4.4
Registration and fees ......................................................................11
4.5
Applications for exemption from study units ............................11
4.6
Registration for a second BSc Degree or the equivalent............12
4.7
Electronic pocket calculators for examination purposes...........12
4.8
The Science Library.........................................................................12
4.9
Duration of examination papers/modules ..................................12
Chapter 5
BSc – Specialisation Degrees .................................................................. 12
BSc (with specialisation in Environmental Management) ............... 12
Chemistry stream (02089 – ENC)..................................................13
BSc (with specialisation in Mathematical and Statistical Science) . 13
Mathematics stream (02089 – MMA) ...........................................13
Applied Mathematics stream (02089 – MAM) ............................14
Financial modelling stream (02089 – MFI) ..................................15
Mathematical modelling stream (02089 – MMM) ......................15
Mathematical Statistics stream (02089 – MMS) ..........................16
Statistical Decision Science stream (02089 – MSD) ....................16
Statistics for Management stream (02089 – MSM) .....................16
Environmental Statistics stream (02089 – MES) .........................17
BSc (with specialisation in Information Technology and Computer
Science) ....................................................................................................... 17
So�ware Engineering stream (02089 – ISE).................................18
Computational Intelligence stream (02089 – ICI) .......................18
Scientific Computing stream (02089 – ISC) .................................19
Information Technology Management stream (02089 – ITM) ..19
Computational Statistics (Programming) stream (02089 – ICP) .20
Computational Statistics (Information Systems) stream (02089
– ICS) ...............................................................................................20
Informatics and Decision Modelling stream (02089 – IDM) .....21
Information Systems and Geography stream (02089 – ISG) .....21
Decision Modelling and Computing stream (02089 – IDC)......22
BSc (with specialisation in Natural Sciences) ..................................... 22
Astronomy stream (02089 – NAS) ................................................23
Biochemistry and Chemistry stream (02089 – NOC) .................23
Botany and Chemistry stream (02089 – NBC) ............................24
Chemistry and Mathematics stream (02089 – NCM).................24
Chemistry and Microbiology stream (02089 – NCK) ................25
Chemistry and Physics stream (02089 – NCF) ............................25
Chemistry and Physiology stream (02089 – NCP) .....................26
Chemistry and Zoology stream (02089 – NCZ) ..........................26
SECTION 3:
RULES FOR FORMATIVE AND
PROFESSIONAL POSTGRADUATE
QUALIFICATIONS
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Rules for the Degree of Honours Bachelor of Arts............................. 36
PSc44 Curriculum and other requirements ...........................................36
Statistics ........................................................................................... 36
Chapter 3
Rules for the Degree Honours Bachelor of Commerce...................... 36
PSc32 Admission ........................................................................................36
PSc33 Pass with distinction .......................................................................36
PSc34 Curriculum and other requirements ............................................37
Business Informatics ...................................................................... 37
Statistics ........................................................................................... 37
Chapter 4
Rules for the Degree of Honours Bachelor of Science....................... 37
PSc3 Admission ........................................................................................37
PSc4 Definitions ........................................................................................37
PSc5 Subjects .............................................................................................37
PSc6 Curriculum and examination ........................................................38
PSc7 Pass, retaining of credit and pass with distinction ....................38
PSc8 List of modules and papers ...........................................................38
Applied Mathematics .................................................................... 38
Astronomy ...................................................................................... 38
Chemistry ........................................................................................ 38
Computer Science .......................................................................... 39
Data mining .................................................................................... 39
Information Systems ...................................................................... 39
Mathematics.................................................................................... 39
Physics ............................................................................................. 39
Statistics ........................................................................................... 40
Chapter 5
Rules for the Degree of Master of Administration ............................ 40
PSc35 Admission ........................................................................................40
PSc36 Subjects .............................................................................................40
PSc37 Curriculum.......................................................................................40
Statistics ........................................................................................... 41
Chapter 6
Rules for the Degree of Master of Arts ................................................. 41
PSc44 Admission requirements................................................................41
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PSc45 Subjects .............................................................................................41
PSc46 Curriculum and other requirements ............................................41
Statistics ........................................................................................... 41
Chapter 7
Rules for the Degree Master in Commerce .......................................... 41
PSc38 Admission ........................................................................................41
PSc39 Curriculum.......................................................................................41
Statistics ........................................................................................... 41
Chapter 8
Rules for the Degree of Master of Science ........................................... 41
PSc9 Admission ........................................................................................41
PSc10 Subjects .............................................................................................41
PSc11 Composition and completion of curriculum ..............................42
PSc12 Scientific article................................................................................42
PSc13 Pass, retaining of credit and pass with distinction ....................42
PSc14 Curriculum requirements ..............................................................42
Applied Mathematics .................................................................... 42
Astronomy ...................................................................................... 42
Chemical Education ....................................................................... 42
Chemistry ........................................................................................ 42
Computer Science .......................................................................... 42
Information Systems ...................................................................... 43
Mathematics.................................................................................... 43
Mathematics Education................................................................. 43
Physics ............................................................................................. 43
Statistics ........................................................................................... 43
Chapter 9
Rules for the Degree of Master of Science in Mathematics, Science
and Technology Education ...................................................................... 43
PSc15 Admission ........................................................................................43
PSc16 Subjects .............................................................................................43
PSc17 Curriculum.......................................................................................43
Chapter 10
Rules for the Degree of Doctor of Administration ............................. 44
PSc40 Subjects .............................................................................................44
PSc41 Curriculum.......................................................................................44
Chapter 11
Rules for the Degree of Doctor of Commerce ..................................... 44
PSc42 Subjects .............................................................................................44
PSc43 Curriculum.......................................................................................44
Chapter 12
Rules for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy .................................... 44
PSc20 Admission ........................................................................................44
PSc21 Subjects .............................................................................................44
PSc22 Curriculum.......................................................................................44
Chemistry ........................................................................................ 44
Mathematics Education................................................................. 44
PSc23 Scientific article................................................................................45
Chapter 13
Rules for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics,
Science and Technology Education ....................................................... 45
PSc24 Admission ........................................................................................45
PSc25 Subjects .............................................................................................45
PSc26 Curriculum.......................................................................................45
PSc27 Other requirements.........................................................................45
SECTION 4:
RULES FOR VOCATIONALLY
ORIENTED QUALIFICATIONS
Chapter 1
School of Computing ............................................................................... 46
Instructional programmes ....................................................................... 46
1. National Diploma: Information Technology ................................... 47
2. BTech: Information Technology (phasing out) ................................. 49
3. BTech: Information Technology .......................................................... 50
4. MTech: Information Technology ......................................................... 51
Chapter 2
School of Engineering .............................................................................. 52
1. National Instructional Programmes: Mining and Mining-related ..52
1.1 National Diploma: Mine Surveying ................................................. 53
1.2 National Diploma: Surface Mining ................................................. 54
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1.3 National Diploma: Mining Engineering ......................................... 55
1.4 Magister Technologiae: Engineering: Mining ................................ 57
2. National Instructional Programmes: Engineering ........................ 57
2.1 National Diploma: Engineering: Chemical ..................................... 58
2.2 Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Chemical ...................... 60
2.3 Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Chemical
(Environmental) ......................................................................................... 61
2.4 Magister Technologiae: Engineering: Chemical ............................ 61
2.5 National Diploma: Pulp And Paper Technology ........................... 62
2.6 National Diploma: Engineering: Civil ............................................ 63
2.7 Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Civil ............................. 64
2.8 Magister Technologiae: Engineering: Civil ..................................... 66
2.9 National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical...................................... 67
2.9.1 Computer Systems ............................................................... 67
2.9.2 Electronics and Electronic Communication ..................... 68
2.9.3 Power Engineering............................................................... 70
2.9.4 Process Instrumentation ..................................................... 71
2.9.5 Mechatronics......................................................................... 72
2.9.6 Clinical Engineering ............................................................ 73
2.10 Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Electrical ................... 77
2.10.1 Computer Systems .............................................................. 78
2.10.2 Power Engineering............................................................. 79
2.10.3 Process Instrumentation ................................................... 79
2.10.4 Telecommunication............................................................. 80
2.10.5 Clinical Engineering .......................................................... 80
2.11 Magister Technologiae: Engineering: Electrical............................ 82
2.12 National Diploma: Engineering: Industrial ................................. 82
2.13 Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Industrial .................. 84
2.14 Magister Technologiae: Engineering: Industrial ......................... 85
2.15 National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical .............................. 85
2.15.1 Maintenance......................................................................... 88
2.15.2 Manufacturing ..................................................................... 88
2.15.3 Design ................................................................................... 88
2.15.4 Mechatronics........................................................................ 89
2.15.5 Computer Systems .............................................................. 89
2.16 Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Mechanical .............. 90
2.17 Magister Technologiae: Engineering: Mechanical ........................ 90
2.18 Magister Technologiae: Engineering: Engineering Management90
3. National Certificate Programmes ...................................................... 90
3.1 National Certificate: Water Care .......................................... 90
4. Government Certificate Of Competency ......................................... 91
4.1 Government Certificate Of Competency: Electrical
Engineering ............................................................................... 91
4.2 Government Certificate Of Competency: Mechanical
Engineering ............................................................................... 91
4.3 Government Certificate Of Competency: “Multi-discipline” ...92
5. Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa
(ECSA) ......................................................................................................... 92
6. Non-formal Programmes .................................................................. 92
SECTION 1:
ADVICE AND
INFORMATION
NB
Although Unisa is a member of the CAO, prospective students applying only
to Unisa do not have to apply to the CAO but must contact UNISA directly.
Applications for Undergraduate studies at the following KwaZuluNatal Institutions will be processed by the Central Applications Office
(CAO)
University of KwaZulu Natal
University of Zululand
Durban University of Technology
Mangosuthu Technikon
Further information can be obtained from the CAO.
CAO
Private Bag X06
DALBRIDGE
4014
Telephone
Fax
Web site
(031) 268-4444
(031) 268-4422
h�p://www.cao.ac.za
A1
Introduction
This section of the Calendar contains the rules for the various degrees,
diplomas and certificates offered by Unisa.
If, a�er having carefully read this part of the Calendar you still
have problems in deciding on a course of studies or doubts as to
the interpretation of the rules, you are most welcome to write to the
Registrar. You may also discuss the ma�er in person with the staff of the
Department of Student Admissions and Registrations (Tel 0861 670 411)
or staff a�ached to one of the registration facilities.
When reading the composition of the various curricula, you must take
into account the modularised semesterised tuition model. See Part 2 of
the Calendar to check whether and in which semester a specific module
for which you wish to register is being offered.
Unless otherwise specified, the admission requirement for studies at Unisa
is a certificate of exemption from the matriculation examination. See G13 in
Part 1 of the Calendar. The following is an abstract of Rule G13.
NB
Part 1 of the Calendar contains the General Rules applicable to registered
students and is issued to them together with their registration material.
G13
Admission to studies
BACHELOR’S DEGREE
To be registered for a degree, a student must hold one of the following
certificates:
(a)
a senior certificate with matriculation or university admission
endorsement (exemption);
(b)
a certificate of full or conditional exemption issued by the
Matriculation Board of Higher Education South Africa (HESA);
or
(c)
comply with any other requirements as stipulated under
‘Admission’ to the specific qualification in the College Calendar.
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY DEGREES
To be registered for this degree, a student must hold an applicable
National Diploma and or comply with any other requirements as
stipulated under ‘Admission’ to the specific qualification in the relevant
College Calendar.
DIPLOMAS
To be registered for a diploma, a student must
(a)
hold a senior or school leaving certificate with or without a
matriculation exemption/endorsement, but with at least 5
subjects on Higher and/or Standard Grade or
(b)
qualify for a certificate of full or conditional exemption issued
by the Matriculation Board of Higher Education South Africa
(HESA) or
(c)
hold the qualifications as stipulated under ‘Admission’ to the
specific qualification in the relevant College Calendar.
CERTIFICATES
Requirements for admission to study vary from certificate to certificate.
Please refer to ‘Admission’ to the specific qualification in the relevant
College Calendar.
NON-DEGREE PURPOSES (NDP)
To be registered for any course or module for non-degree purposes, a
student must
(a)
hold a senior or school leaving certificate with at least 5 subjects
on Higher and/or Standard Grade or
(b)
qualify for a certificate of full or conditional exemption issued
by the Matriculation Board of Higher Education South Africa
(HESA).
ACCESS PROGRAMME
To be registered for the Access Programme, a student must hold one of
the following certificates:
(a)
senior certificate;
(b)
ordinary level certificate with 5 O-level subjects passed with
symbols A–C, (C+ for Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education)
including English language or literature in English
(c)
International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)
with 5 subjects passed with symbols A–C including English First
Language
(d)
The Angolan 3rd year Pre-University Certificate;
(e)
The Mozambican Certidao 12th class;
(f)
ACE School of Tomorrow Grade 12 College Entrance Certificate
or National Christian Schools’ Certificate Level 3.
APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION CERTIFICATES FOR
ADMISSION TO BACHELOR’S DEGREE STUDIES
A student who is not in possession of an exemption certificate, may
enquire at the University (Access and Matriculation Exemption Office)
about the possibility that he/she may qualify for any of the other types
of exemption certificates, i.e on the grounds of foreign or post school
qualifications obtained and/or mature age.
An application for such an exemption certificate must be submi�ed to
the University who will, upon finalisation of the application, forward
it to the Matriculation Board. The certificate will then be issued, if
approved by the Board. In the case where a certificate of conditional
exemption is issued a student will be required to renew such a certificate
when it lapses.
The following documents and fees must be submi�ed in support of any
application for exemption, which should be made prior to or on the day
of registration:
1.
2.
Original Educational qualifications (High School and postschool qualifications) or only copies certified correct by the
Registrar of a South African university or by a South African
Embassy, Consulate, High Commission, Trade Mission or by a
Public Notary in a foreign country. Original sworn translations
into either English or Afrikaans must accompany documents
issued in another language.
An original official academic record reflecting the courses passed
in different years, if the application is based on the grounds of
post-school qualifications, with a prescribed minimum duration
of at least three years uninterrupted study. (RSA/SADC students
only)
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3.
4.
5.
6.
A certified copy of the particulars in the applicant’s identity
document or passport reflecting his/her date of birth and full
names or the applicant’s birth certificate.
A married or divorced women must also submit a certified copy
of her marriage certificate or divorce order.
There are fees payable.
The fees are not refunded if the applicant does not qualify or fails
to respond to le�ers regarding the application.
Applications for exemption from the matriculation endorsement
together with the items mentioned under 1 to 5 above, must
be submi�ed to the Registrar (Academic), University of South
Africa, PO Box 392, UNISA, 0003.
Please take note that ORIGINAL educational qualifications are required.
The original documents will be returned to the student in person (if
the application is made in person) or by registered mail (in the case
of a postal application). Students in foreign countries may have their
documents certified in the manner prescribed above.
NB
No application for exemption or registration will be processed unless all the
prescribed documents and fees are received before or on the relevant closing
date for registration.
SECTION 2:
RULES FOR
FORMATIVE AND
PROFESSIONAL
UNDERGRADUATE
QUALIFICATIONS
NB
The College of Science, Engineering and Technology has only ONE registration
period per year.
C h a p t e r
1
Telephone numbers
Administration
1
Enquiries in connection with registration, cancellation, curricula and
change of modules for qualifications offered in this College:
UNISA CONTACT CENTRE
Tel:
0861 670 411 (nationally)
+27 11 670 9000 (internationally)
Fax: (012) 429-4150
e-mail: scientia@unisa.ac.za
No other e-mail address should be used for correspondence regarding
administrative ma�ers sent to the Department of Student Admissions
and Registrations.
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Contact numbers for
Departments
Chemistry
Civil and Chemical Engineering
Computing
Electrical and Mining Engineering
Mathematical Sciences
Mathematics, Science and Technology Education
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Physics
Statistics
C h a p t e r
(012) 429-8805
(011) 471-3251
(012) 429-6817
(011) 471-2299
(012) 429-6266
(012) 429-6598
(012) 429-5711
(012) 429-8006
(012) 429-6733
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Degrees and Certificates
1
Degrees
The following degrees may be awarded in the College:
Bachelor of Science................................................................................... BSc
Bachelor of Technology .......................................................................BTech
Honours Bachelor of Science ........................................................Hons BSc
Master of Technology ........................................................................ MTech
Master of Science .....................................................................................MSc
Doctor of Philosophy ..............................................................................PhD
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Certificate/Diploma
2
(a)
The following diploma/certificate may be issued in the
College:
National Certificate in Datametrics
National Diploma
C h a p t e r
3
Rules for the Degree of
Bachelor of Science
(Degree code: 02089)
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
(b)
Complete list of modules/courses for
the BSc Degree
NB
BEFORE YOU COMPLETE THE REGISTRATION FORM for submission
together with the prescribed fees and documents (see Part 1 of the Calendar and
the Information Brochure), PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU:
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have fulfilled all the ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS for the BSc
degree (see Sc1) or, where applicable, the National Certificate in
Datametrics (see Sc10);
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comply with all the PREREQUISITES and CO-REQUISITES as set
out in the respective chapter in Part 2 of the Calendar for each of the
modules (or courses) for which you wish to be registered (see Sc2 for
definitions):
Subject (and subject code)
Applied Mathematics (APM)
Archaeology (ACE)
Astronomy (AST)
Biochemistry (BCH)
Biology (BLG)
Botany (BOT)
Chemistry (CHE)
Comprehension Skills for
Science (CSS)
Computer Science (COS)
Geography (GGH)
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Subject (and subject code)
Geology (GEL)
Mathematics (MAT)
Information Systems (INF)
Microbiology (MIB)
Operations Research (OPS)
Physics (PHY)
Physiology (FIS)
Psychology (PSY)
Statistics (STA)
Zoology (ZOL)
will be able to comply with all the PRACTICAL WORK
REQUIREMENTS for those modules that have a practical component;
do not register for too many modules – SEE RULE Sc3 and 3.2;
understand the rules regarding the composition of your curriculum.
For the BSc curriculum see Sc5 and 3.1. For the National Certificate in
Datametrics see Sc13 and the examples under 4.5.
Further advice and information on particular subjects will be found in
the relevant chapter together with the closing dates for assignments and
dates for practical work and practical examinations.
THE RULES ARE STRICTLY APPLIED AND FAILURE TO COMPLY
WITH THEM WILL CAUSE UNNECESSARY DELAYS AND MAY
RESULT IN THE PARTIAL OR TOTAL CANCELLATION OF YOUR
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION.
Sc1
(1)
Admission
To be registered as a candidate for the BSc degree, a student
must:
(c)
hold one of the following certificates (see IMPORTANT
below and Sc1(1) NB1):
(i)
a matriculation certificate issued by the Joint
Matriculation Board;
(ii)
a senior or school leaving certificate with a
matriculation exemption endorsement signed by
the Secretary of the Joint Matriculation Board;
(iii) a senior certificate with a matriculation or
university admission endorsement issued by the
South African Certification Council;
(iv)
a certificate of full or conditional exemption from
the matriculation examination issued by the Joint
Matriculation Board;
(v)
an exemption certificate or conditional exemption
certificate issued by the Matriculation Board of the
Commi�ee of University Principals.
A degree shall not be awarded to a student who holds a
conditional exemption certificate until all the conditions
have been met and an exemption certificate can be
produced.
AND have
satisfied the following prerequisite in respect of
Mathematics:
(i)
obtained at least 40% (E symbol) in Mathematics
HIGHER GRADE at matriculation level
or
(ii)
obtained at least 50% (D symbol) in Mathematics
STANDARD GRADE at matriculation level
or
(iii) passed Mathematics at matriculation level prior to
the differentiation
or
(iv)
passed an equivalent ** examination in Mathematics;
or
(v)
passed the Mathematics access module MAT011K
– see Sc1(1)(c) below and the subject chapter on
Mathematics in Part 2 of the Calendar.
Students who have matriculation exemption as specified
in Sc1(1)(a) but who do not satisfy the minimum
requirements for mathematics as stated in Sc1(1)(b):
(i)
a student may register for the Mathematics access
module (MAT011K) and a maximum of four of
the undermentioned modules for non-degree
purposes (NDP).
As soon as MAT011 has been passed, the student
may register for the BSc degree (in accordance with
Sc3(2) and (3)), and any of the undermentioned
modules passed (excluding MAT011), will be
recognised as credits towards the degree. Credit
will be granted for FIVE first level modules in
Mathematics for a BSc degree.
AST131F
BLG111H
BLG112J
BLG113K
BLG114L
CHE111Q
CHE112R
COS111U
CSS101H
General introduction to astronomy
(Astronomy131)
Basic Biology (Biology 111)
Biology of plants (Biology 112)
Biology of animals (Biology 113)
Practical (Biology 114)
Introductory chemistry A (Chemistry
111)
Introductory chemistry B (Chemistry
112)
Introduction to programming 1
(Computer Science 111)
Comprehension skills for science
(Comprehension Skills for Science
101)
** A student who has NOT passed Mathematics at matriculation level at the
required level, and has not passed either Mathematics on at least ‘O’-level for
the General Certificate of Education (GCE) or NTC V Mathematics (or NTC IV
Mathematics with at least 50%), but has a similar qualification in Mathematics,
must FIRST write to the Registrar or discuss the ma�er in person with the staff
of the Department of Student Admissions and Registrations (Tel. 0861 670 411)
to determine whether it will be acceptable.
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GGH101Q
GGH102R
CEM101A
INF1059
PHY1015
PHY1026
PYC101Y
PYC1023
STS1113
STS1124
STS1055
Know your world: introduction to
geography (Geography 101)
World issues: a geographical
perspective (Geography 102)
End-user Computing (Information
systems 101)
Introduction to Business Information
Systems (Information Systems 105)
Elementary mechanics (Physics 101)
Elementary electromagnetism and
heat (Physics 102)
Basic psychology (Psychology 101)
Psychology in society (Psychology 102)
Descriptive statistics and probability
(Statistics 111)
Data analysis and inference
(Statistics 112)
Basic statistics (Statistics 105)

(2)
(ii)
(d)
Students will be granted credit for not more than
six modules towards the BSc degree for modules or
courses passed BEFORE the Mathematics admission
requirements to the College have been met.
Students who do not have matriculation exemption as
stated in Sc1(1)(a) but who hold a senior or school leaving
certificate:

(3)
There are two possibilities:
(i)
(ii)
Students who obtained less than 40% (E symbol)
in Mathematics HIGHER GRADE or less than 50%
(D symbol) in Mathematics STANDARD GRADE
at matriculation level.
Such students must register for CSS011 (English
for Science Access) and MAT011 (Access to
Mathematics), and may register for a maximum
of two modules from the list given in Sc1(1)(c)
for non-degree purposes. When both CSS011 and
MAT011 have been passed the student may apply
for a Senate discretionary conditional exemption
certificate, and any of the modules from the list in
Sc1(1)(c) that have been passed can be recognised
as credits towards a BSc degree.
Students who obtained at least 40% (E symbol) in
Mathematics HIGHER GRADE or at least 50% (D
symbol) in Mathematics STANDARD GRADE at
matriculation level.
Such students must register for CSS011 (English for
Science Access), and may register for a maximum
of two first-level modules in the subjects given
at the beginning of Chapter 2, except for those
modules where the student does not satisfy the
stated mathematics or other prerequisites, or does
not satisfy the stated co-requisites. When CSS011
and the two first-level modules has been passed
the student may apply for a Senate discretionary
conditional exemption certificate, and any firstlevel modules mentioned in the previous sentence
that have been passed can be recognised as credits
towards a BSc degree.


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NB
If you hold a senior or school leaving certificate without a matriculation
exemption, matriculation or university admission endorsement, you
should contact the University in connection with conditional exemption
(eg on grounds of age (+23)) – see Sc1(1) NB 1.
If you first obtained a senior or school leaving certificate without
a matriculation exemption, matriculation or university admission
endorsement, and then began studies for an approved THREE- or
FOUR-YEAR DIPLOMA (eg at a Teachers’ College, a Technikon, a
University or a Nursing College that was affiliated to a South African
university), you can normally apply to the University for a certificate
of exemption on completion of the diploma.
A certified copy of the relevant document under Sc1(1)(a) AND evidence
that you have satisfied the Mathematics requirement in Sc1(1)(b)(i)–(iv)
or Sc1(1)(c), must accompany your FIRST application for registration.
See G13 in Section 1 in connection with applications for a certificate
of exemption, conditional exemption and exemption by virtue of
qualifications obtained in other countries.
Application for registration for a second BSc degree
A student who has completed a BSc or another degree in Science
or Engineering may not register for a second BSc degree without
permission of the Senate. Applications must be submi�ed on
the prescribed form which appears at the end of Section 6.
The application must be accompanied by a statement of all the
courses already passed, unless he/she completed his/her previous
qualification(s) at Unisa. The sixteen modules on second and third
level prescribed in accordance with Rule Sc5(1)(a) must be passed
at this University towards the second BSc degree. Exemption from
these modules cannot be granted. A student may not choose as
a major subject for the second BSc degree a subject which was
passed as a major subject for the first BSc degree.
Application for registration for a BSc degree a�er a completed
Bachelors degree
Students who have completed a Bachelors degree (not necessarily
in Science) must pass the sixteen modules on second and
third level prescribed in accordance with Rule Sc5(1)(a) at this
university. Exemption from these modules may not be granted.
If a student is exempted from one or more modules (or a course)
on third-year level on the grounds of courses passed at this or
another university towards a completed degree, such modules/
courses will NOT be counted as part of a major subject towards
the BSc degree, except in the case of third-level modules that
were previously passed at this university for the National
Certificate in Datametrics or for non-degree purposes (NDP) in
accordance with the provisions of Sc13(1)(d). See also Sc7(3). The
sixteen modules on second and third level prescribed by Rule
Sc5(1)(a) must be passed at this University.
Sc2
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
Definitions
Study units in all subjects are known as MODULES.
A student receives credit for each study unit passed – see Sc6.
If Module A is a PREREQUISITE for Module B, a student must
pass Module A before he/she enrols for Module B.
If Module A is a CO-REQUISITE for Module B and a student wishes
to enrol for Module B but has not yet passed Module A, he/she must
register for Modules A and B simultaneously.
A student may NOT cancel his/her enrolment for a co-requisite
unless the module(s) for which it is prescribed is(are) also
cancelled.
Modules, courses and the papers of second- and third-year
courses are designated by codes consisting of seven characters.
The first three indicate the subject, the fourth the level of the
study unit and the next two the number of the unit. The seventh
character is for purposes of control.
EXAMPLES
CHE101N is module number 1 (or 101) on level 1 in the subject
Chemistry
CHE213V is module number 3 (or 213) on level 2 in the subject
Chemistry
MAT301S is module number 1 (or 301) on level 3 in the subject
Mathematics
NB
The FULL CODE (eg MAT101L or MAT102M) for each study unit must
be used by students in all cases. The full codes will be found in the respective
subject chapter in Part 2 of the Calendar.
(6)
The examination in each module with a theoretical component
consists of one paper of two hours (or, in specified cases, three
hours).
Sc3
(1)
(2)
(i)
(ii)
(3)
Duration of study and number
of study units per year
The BSc degree cannot be completed in under THREE YEARS. It
must be obtained within ten years of a student’s first registration
for the degree.
ON FIRST REGISTRATION and on RE-ENROLMENT at this
University the number of study units for which a student may
register is determined by ‘Number of study units per year’ in
Section D3 in Part 1 of the Calendar.
NB
A student who is restricted to registration for FOUR modules may
register for ONE of the following as an additional module:

CSS101H (Comprehension Skills for Science)

MAT110M (Precalculus Mathematics A)

MAT111N (Precalculus Mathematics B)
All three modules may be taken as additional modules only by students
who register for a maximum of two other modules.
One course is regarded as the equivalent of four modules for the purpose
of this rule, and two courses as the equivalent of eight modules.
Sc5


(1)
A student may register for a maximum of TWELVE modules
a year. The maximum includes any modules that are taken for
non-degree purposes (NDP) in accordance with Sc5(1)(e).
Sc4
Subjects
The subjects in which modules/courses may be selected for the BSc
degree are listed below. The syllabuses, prerequisites and all relevant
information relating to the subject will be found in the subject chapter
in Part 2 of the Calendar
The le�er M before the name of a subject indicates that it may be selected
as a major subject.

OFFERED BY THE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING
AND TECHNOLOGY
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
M
Applied Mathematics (APM)
Astronomy (AST)
Chemistry (CHE)
Computer Science (COS)
Experimental Physics,
Theoretical Physics (PHY)
Informations Systems (INF)
Mathematics (MAT)
Operations Research (OPS)
Statistics (STA)
OFFERED BY THE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
M Biochemistry (BCH)
Biology (BLG)
M Botany (BOT)
M Geography (GGH)
Geology (GEL)
M Microbiology (MIB)
M Physiology (FIS)
M Zoology (ZOL)


NB 1
Students registering for semester modules MUST refer to the
Information Brochure in connection with semester registrations.
For general information and examples of curricula for students who are
interested in particular subjects you should refer to the relevant chapter
– see also 4.1.
The curriculum for the BSc degree comprises THIRTY MODULES
(except where indicated otherwise under the specialisation
streams), must be composed as follows:
(a)
At least TWENTY-FOUR of the thirty modules must be in
subjects from the list under Sc4. Note that:

not more than FOURTEEN of the thirty modules
may be on first level. This includes any courses
that are selected under Sc5(1)(c). Additional
modules on first level may be taken for non-degree
purposes (NDP), subject to Sc5(1)(e);

at least SIXTEEN of these twenty-four modules
must be on second and third level and of these at
least EIGHT must be on third level. If Physics III,
Psychology III or Chemistry III were included in
the curriculum, at least four further modules on
third level must be selected. If any two of Physics
III, Psychology III and Chemistry III were included,
the two courses are regarded as the equivalent of ten
modules on third level. See Sc5(1)(b);

for the purpose of this rule, Courses I, II and III
in Physics, Chemistry and Psychology are each
regarded as the equivalent of two, three and five
modules respectively.
NB 2
If a student is exempted from one or more modules (or a course) on
third-year level, such modules/course will NOT be counted among
the four modules (or one course) required on third level (or higher) in
accordance with Sc5(1)(b), except in the case of third-level modules that
were previously passed for the National Certificate in Datametrics and
for non-degree purposes (NDP) in accordance with the provisions of
Sc13(1)(d). See also Sc7(3).
No student may be exempted from more than fi�een modules (or the
equivalent in courses and modules), except in accordance with the
provisions of General Rule G17 (4) in Part 1 of the Calendar.
Courses or modules passed by a graduate for non-degree purposes
(NDP) in accordance with the exception under General Rule G19 in
Part 1 of the Calendar, may, subject to the approval of College and
Senate, be credited towards the BSc degree or the National Certificate
in Datametrics at a later date provided that the duration of study for
such degree or diploma is not less than the prescribed minimum period
required to complete the relevant qualification.
(b)
(c)
OFFERED BY OTHER COLLEGES
M Archaeology (ACE)
Comprehension Skills for
Science (CSS)
M Psychology (PSY)
Composition and completion
of the curriculum
(d)
The curriculum must include at least ONE MAJOR
SUBJECT. For this purpose, each major consists of at least
four modules (or one course) on third level as specified
for each major subject. A particular module cannot be
counted as a credit for more than one major subject.
Not more than THREE courses on first-year level (the
equivalent of six modules) may be in subjects from the
curricula of first Bachelor’s degrees of other Colleges.
Such courses must be selected and taken subject to the
examination timetable and the rules of the College
concerned.
Such courses on first-year level are each regarded as the
equivalent of two modules on first-year level.
Not more than FIFTEEN modules may be selected
in any particular subject for degree purposes, unless
both Experimental Physics or Theoretical Physics are
taken as major subjects. Subject to the provisions of (e)
below, additional modules may be taken for non-degree
purposes (NDP).
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(e)
(2)
(3)
(A�er the student has satisfied the requirements for the
BSc degree, a final decision can be made (if necessary) in
consultation with the Department of Student Admissions
and Registrations as to which modules will be recognized
for degree and for non-degree purposes.)
Modules and/or courses for each year must be selected in such a
manner that the examination dates DO NOT CLASH.
The theoretical examinations in modules and courses on Levels 1, 2
and 3 are conducted in October/November. Examinations in semester
modules are conducted in May/June and October/November.
Credit is NOT granted for a particular module as well as its
equivalent(s). See under ‘General Information’ under the relevant
subject.
Sc6
(1)
In addition to the THIRTY modules that may be selected
for the BSc degree curriculum in accordance with
Sc5(1)(a)–(d), a student may register for a maximum
of EIGHT modules (or a maximum of two courses, or
a maximum of four modules and one course) for nondegree purposes (NDP) concurrently with those for the
BSc degree subject to Sc3(4).
Pass-mark and subminima;
retention of credit
To pass a module, a candidate must obtain at least 50% in the
examination but, in the case of the modules listed below, both
a pass-mark of at least 50% and the subminimum opposite the
module concerned must be obtained.
In the case of modules with both a practical and a theoretical
component, credit for one component (practical or theoretical)
can be retained for a maximum of two successive calendar
years a�er the year in which it was passed, on condition that
the student passes the other component within that period. The
student must re-enrol for the module concerned in the year(s) in
which the uncompleted component is repeated
There is, at present, no time limit on the retention of credit for
modules in which a student has passed as a whole, but conditions
may be a�ached to the granting of exemptions.
(2)
Module
Subminimum
MIB321–324 .............. 50% in the theory and 50% in the practical
ZOL222 ..................... 50% in the theory and 50% in the project
See General Rules G22 and G23 in Part 1 of the Calendar for the
requirements to pass individual papers and Courses I, II and III
in Archaeology, Geography and Psychology.
Sc7
(1)
(2)
(3)
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Pass with distinction
A candidate shall pass a major subject with distinction if he/
she obtains an average of at least 75% in the prescribed thirdlevel modules. To pass with distinction in the final course of
Archaeology, Psychology and Geography a candidate shall
obtain an average of at least 75% in all the papers combined.
A candidate shall be awarded the degree with distinction if
he/she obtains, on third level, an average of 75% for his best
eight modules, or nine modules if Archaeology, Geography
or Psychology is selected as a major or ten modules if two of
Archaeology, Geography and Psychology are selected as major
subjects at Unisa. For this purpose Archaeology III, Geography
III (Option B) and Psychology III (any option) are each (prior to
2002) regarded as the equivalent of five third-level modules.
Only third level modules passed for a completed Diploma/
National Certificate in Datametrics and for non-degree purposes
(NDP) in accordance with Sc13(1)(d) can later be counted among
the four modules (or one course) on third level required for the
BSc degree in accordance with Sc5(1)(b) and can be considered
for the purpose of distinctions. Other third-level modules from
which a student has been exempted will not be considered for
the purpose of distinctions.
Sc8
Major subjects – see also
Sc5(1)(b)
Major subjects for the BSc degree must be selected from the list under
Sc4. The modules (or the course) a student must pass to obtain credit for
a particular major subject are listed in the relevant chapter.
A subject in which a student has passed as a major or principal subject
for a completed degree may not be selected as a major for this degree.
NB
A particular module cannot be recognized as part of more than one major
subject (eg COS311 can be recognized as part of a major in either Computer
Science or Information Systems but NOT for both subjects).
C h a p t e r
4
Advice and information
on registration for the BSc
Degree
4.1
Procedure for compiling a BSc
curriculum
NOTE that each subject is discussed under a separate chapter in Part
2 of the Calendar. A form to assist you in compiling your curriculum
appears at the end of Section 6.



NB
If you are interested in a particular subject (or subjects), first read the relevant
chapter before deciding on the modules to be taken in your first year.
A student who wishes to register for the BSc degree may, where applicable,
consider registering first for the National Certificate in Datametrics. All
credits obtained for the certificate will normally be recognized as credits
for the BSc degree at a later date. Particulars of the National Certificate
(including model curricula) will be found in Chapter 4.
BEFORE you complete the registration form, you are strongly advised
to follow the important general information under the relevant subject.
See also Rule Sc3 for possible restrictions. The dates for practical work
and practical examinations also appear under the relevant chapter.
It is quite simple to compile a BSc curriculum if you begin as follows:
4.1.1
4.1.2
Divide a sheet of paper horizontally into three parts to represent
the three levels, with four or more columns – one for each of the
subjects which you include in your curriculum. See the examples
under 4.1.4.
You must select at least EIGHT modules (or one course and
four modules or two courses) on third level (or higher) in such a
manner that at least one major is included – see Sc5(1) and Sc8.
4.1.3
Fill in the codes for these modules in the appropriate columns
and blocks on your diagram.
Consult the relevant subject chapter to determine which modules
are prescribed as the prerequisites and co-requisites for each of
the third-level modules you have already selected.
4.1.4
Fill in the codes for the new modules in the appropriate columns
and blocks.
Repeat this procedure in respect of the prerequisites and corequisites for those modules and/or recommended modules
which you added under 4.1.3 above.
EXAMPLE 1
If you have selected Chemistry and Mathematics as your major subjects
(see the respective subject chapters), your curriculum will already
contain the following 23 modules:
Level 3 CHE311/321,
312/322,
313/323,
314/324
4 MAT
modules
Level 2 CHE211/221,
212/222,
213/223,
214/224
MAT211,
MAT213
At least 2
other secondlevel MATmodules
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10
Number of
modules the
student can
manage
1
This curriculum will be in order if seven more modules are added (eight
if exemption (without credit) from CSS101 is granted). These modules
may be in Mathematics and/or Applied Mathematics, or in one or more
other subjects. See 4.1.5 and 4.1.6 below.
EXAMPLE 2
If you have selected Computer Science and Geography as major subjects
then your curriculum will already contain the following 31 modules:
Level 3 COS301, 311,
321, 332
GGH301, 302,
303, 304, 305
Level 2 COS201, 211,
214, 221, 233
GGH201, 202,
203, 204
Level 1 COS101, 111,
112, 113
GGH101, 102
13
Total
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4.1.6
MAT111, 112,
103
3
If you have not yet selected at least SIXTEEN modules on second
and third level, you must now select the necessary number of
modules at this level, bearing in mind that the new prerequisites
and co-requisites and recommended modules must also be
added. You may select modules in subjects other than those
already chosen.
Repeat the procedure described in 4.1.5 until you have a total of
THIRTY modules in your curriculum.
4.2
Hours available
for study per
week
Number of
modules the
student can
manage
10-12
13-15
16-18
19-21
3
4
5
6
7
22-24
25-27
28-30
31-33
More
than 33
8
9
10
11
12
To use this table you must first make a realistic estimate of the average
number of hours you will have available each week for study from 1
February to 15 October. You should then determine the number of
modules for which you should register from the table.
Suppose we consider our average student as an example. He/she has 14
hours available per week (say 2 hours per evening Monday to Friday
and 4 hours over the weekend) and for him/her the table gives:
Recommended number of modules per year = 5
This curriculum will be in order if another three modules (preferably
on first level) are taken.
4.1.5
A simple table that you can use to determine for how many modules
you should register for has been derived from the results of the survey
mentioned above:
Hours available
Less than
for study per
10
week
Level 1 CHE101, 102, MAT112, 113, CSS101
103, 104
111, 103
Total
NB 1
You must complete the degree within 10 academic years in the study units
available during your period of study.
How many modules can you
cope with each year?
No student may register for more than twelve modules a year for the
BSc degree. See Sc11 in connection with the National Certificate in
Datametrics.
This, however, does not answer the question posed. We answer it in the
light of the following findings:
The results of a survey indicate that the average Unisa science student
has about 14 hours per week available for study.
Compare this with the average student at a residential university who
has about 40 hours available. Since he/she can usually manage only four
first-year courses this implies that the average Unisa student can only
manage the equivalent of a li�le more than one first-year course per
year.
It is thus recommended that you restrict the number of modules you
take each year to comply with your own personal circumstances.
That is, you should be able to manage five modules per year. At this
rate it will take six years to complete 30 modules for the BSc degree if
no modules are repeated.
You may feel that you can manage much more, but remember you will
find it much more stimulating if you pass all your modules each year
than if you register for too many and pass only a few.


NB 2
Note that the abovementioned survey revealed that many students
have poor academic records because they a�empt to do too many study
units.
A�ention is also drawn to the restrictions in Sc3 and the requirements
for readmission to study in part 1 of the calendar.
4.3
Compulsory handbooks
See under General Information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
4.4
Registration and fees
See also under General Information and D1(2): Payment of Fees in Part
1 of the Calendar and the Information Brochure.
4.5
Applications for exemption
from study units
With due observance of General Rule G17 in Part 1 of the Calendar,
students may apply for exemption from study units towards a BSc degree
or the National Certificate in Datametrics that are not necessarily offered
by the College of Science, Engineering and Technology at Unisa. Such
applications for exemption will only be considered on condition that
the previous University or Technikon would have granted recognition
for that study unit towards a similar degree at that institution.
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An application form will be found in the Information Brochure.
4.6
This degree can be obtained in the following areas of
specialisation:

Environmental Management
Registration for a second BSc
Degree or the equivalent


See Sc1(2) for the BSc degree and Sc10(2) for the National Certificate in
Datametrics.
4.7
Electronic pocket calculators
for examination purposes
Students may use electronic pocket calculators in the examinations only
where special permission is granted by the departments concerned.

A pocket calculator used in the examinations must comply with the
following requirements:
(a)
it must be ba�ery driven and the ba�eries must be fully charged
(b)
it must not be programmable
(c)
it must fit into a jacket pocket
(d)
no calculator literature or instruction manual may be taken into
the examination room
(e)
there may be no notes in or on the calculator
(f)
calculators may not be passed from one student to another
during the examination.
For general scientific work the following functions will be adequate:
sin, cos, tan, arcsin, arccos, arctan, √x, x2, yx, log, ℓn, 10x, ex, two memories,
statistics (for Statistics studente) and scientific notation.
4.8
The Science Library
Literature for the departments in the College of Science, Engineering
and Technology is housed in the Main Library, except books and
journals for Chemistry and Physics, and journals for Mathematics,
Applied Mathematics and Astronomy, which can be found in the Unisa
Science Library, on the first floor of the Science Block of the main Unisa
building in Pretoria.
The Science Library is open from Mondays to Fridays between 07:45
and 13:00, and between 13:45 and 16:00. Students requiring access to
Science Library material outside of these hours can telephone (012) 4298077 on any weekday before 15:00 and make arrangements to have the
relevant material transferred to the Main Library.
Further details of Library Services will be found in the Library
Regulations in the brochure ‘Services and Procedures’ which is issued
to registered students together with their tutorial ma�er.
4.9
Duration of examination
papers/modules
See the syllabus of the relevant subject in Part 2 of the Calendar.
C h a p t e r
5
BSc – Specialisation
Degrees
Admission, Definition, Duration of study and number of study units
per year for all degrees in this chapter – see Sc1, Sc2 and Sc3
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Botany stream – See Part 3 of the Calendar
Chemistry stream (02089 – ENC)

Zoology stream – See Part 3 of the Calendar
Mathematical and Statistical Science

Mathematics stream (02089 – MMA)

Applied Mathematics stream (02089 – MAM)

Financial Modelling stream (02089 – MFI)

Mathematical Modelling stream (02089 – MMM)

Mathematical Statistics stream (02089 – MMS)

Statistical Decision Science stream (02089 – MSD)

Statistics for Management stream (02089 – MSM)

Environmental Statistics stream (02089 – MES)
Information Technology and Computer Science

So�ware Engineering stream (02089 – ISE)

Computational Intelligence stream (02089 – ICI)

Scientific Computing stream (02089 – ISC)

Information Systems and Geography stream (02089
– ISG)

Information Technology Management stream (02089 – ITM)

Computational Statistics (Programming) stream (02089
– ICP)

Computational Statistics (Information Systems) stream
(02089 – ICS)

Information and Decision Modelling stream (02089 – IDM)

Decision Modelling and Computing stream (02089 – IDC)
Natural Sciences

Astronomy stream (02089 – NAS)

Biochemistry and Botany stream – See Part 3 of the Calendar

Biochemistry and Chemistry stream (02089 – NOC)

Biochemistry and Microbiology stream – See Part 3 of the
Calendar

Biochemistry and Physiology stream – See Part 3 of the
Calendar

Biochemistry and Zoology stream – See Part 3 of the Calendar

Botany and Chemistry stream (02089 – NBC)

Botany and Microbiology stream – See Part 3 of the Calendar

Botany and Zoology stream – See Part 3 of the Calendar

Chemistry and Mathematics stream (02089 – NCM)

Chemistry and Microbiology stream (02089 – NCK)

Chemistry and Physics stream (02089 – NCF)

Chemistry and Physiology stream (02089 – NCP)

Chemistry and Zoology stream (02089 – NCZ)

Microbiology and Physiology stream – See Part 3 of the
Calendar

Microbiology and Zoology stream – See Part 3 of the Calendar

Physiology and Zoology stream – See Part 3 of the Calendar

Physics stream (02089 – NFI)

Physics and Computer Science stream (02089 – NFC)


BSc (with specialisation in
Environmental Management)
Purpose: the purpose of the programme is twofold. Firstly, to deliver
competent emerging professionals who have a holistic approach to
environmental issues as well as a focused knowledge of the human
impact on the natural, socio-economic and cultural environments, and
who are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to participate
in the work of an environmental Management team. Secondly, to
deliver citizens who have the knowledge to act as responsible and
knowledgeable stakeholders in environmental decision making.
This degree may be taken in the following specialisation
direction in this College:
Chemistry
Chemistry stream (02089 – ENC)
Purpose: it will provide BSc graduates with the knowledge, skills and
a broad theoretical and practical competence to occupy entry level
positions as professionals in the field of environmental management,
and who are able to apply their knowledge and skills concerning
Geography and Chemistry in environmental analysis and problem
solving, specifically relating to air, water and soil pollution as well as
other forms of environmental degradation. This stream also forms the
basis for further postgraduate studies in Geography and Chemistry.
The curriculum comprises 32 modules:
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises of 15 modules, the following 14 of which are
compulsory:
GGH101Q
:
GGH102R
:
CHE101N
CHE102P
CHE103Q
CHE104R
MAT111N
MAT112P
BLG112J
BLG113K
GEL1156
CSS101H
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Know your world: introduction to geography
(Geography 101)
World issues: a geographical perspective
(Geography 102)
General chemistry A (Chemistry 101)
General chemistry B (Chemistry 102)
Organic chemistry (Chemistry 103)
Chemistry practical (Chemistry 104)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Biology of plants (Biology 112)
Biology of animals (Biology 113)
Environmental geology (Geology 115)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
STS1055
:
CEM101A
:
and 1 of the following:
OPS101G
: Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
APY101E
: The anthropological study of culture in a
multicultural context (Anthropology 101) (or
SKA100V prior to 2001)
APY102F
: Culture as human resource in the African context
(Anthropology 102) (or SKA100V prior to 2001)
DVA101Q
: Introduction to development studies (Development
Studies 101)
COM101X : Introduction to communication (Communication
Science 101)
SOC101V
: Introduction to Sociology: Societal structures and
processes (Sociology 101) (or SOS1004 prior to 2001)
PYC1023
: Psychology in society (Psychology 102)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises 10 modules, the following 9 of which are
compulsory:
GGH201T
:
The African challenge: people and environment
(Geography 201)
GGH203V : Map and aerial photo interpretation (Geography 203)
GGH204W : People and the natural environment: use and
impact (Geography 204)
GGH205X
: Environmental politics (Geography 205)
CHE211T/CHE221V
: Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 211 and 221)
CHE212U/CHE222W
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 212 and 222)
CHE213V/CHE223X
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 213 and 223)
ECS208H
: Environmental economics (Economics 208)
LEG201E
: Legal aspects of environmental management (Legal
Aspects of Environmental Management 201)
and 1 of the following:
AGE2018
: Archaeological fieldwork techniques and analytical
methods (Archaeology 201)
CHE214W/CHE224Y
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 214 and 224)
PUB206G
IOP205U
:
:
ENE2019
:
GGH206Y
:
Environmental affairs (Public Administration 206)
Environmental psychology (Industrial Psychology
205)
Environmental education (Environmental Education
201)
Geography of tourism (Geography 206)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 7 modules, the following 6 of which are
compulsory:
GGH301W
:
GGH302X
GGH303Y
:
:
GGH3054
:
PLS2036
DVA303Y
:
:
State of the people and environment in Southern
Africa (Geography 301)
Spatial economic development (Geography 302)
Introduction to geographical information systems
(Geography 303)
Environmental evaluation and impact assessment
(Geography 305)
Environmental philosophy (Philosophy 203)
Projects and programmes as instruments of
development (Development Studies 303)
and 1 of the following:
AGE302C
: Applied archaeology: heritage conservation,
cultural resource management and archaeotourism
(Archaeology 302)
PYC305D
: Interpersonal skills in diverse contexts (Psychology
305)
GGH3043
: Development of urban space (Geography 304)
GGH3076
: Ecotourism (Geography 307)
BSc (with specialisation in
Mathematical and Statistical Science)
Purpose: the overall purpose is the education and training of students
who will have an understanding of mathematical, statistical, and
operations research principles, and are equipped with the necessary
skills, knowledge and scientific a�itudes required for solving a wide
variety of mathematical, statistical and operations research problems
(including those in science, engineering, technology, finance and
commerce) at various levels of complexity.
This degree may be taken in any of the following streams:
Mathematics
Applied Mathematics
Financial Modelling
Mathematical Modelling
Mathematical Statistics
Statistial Decision Science
Statistics for Management
Environmental Statistics
Mathematics stream (02089 – MMA)
Purpose: the specific purpose of this stream is to bring students to
the point where they have mastered the basic theory of the two main
traditional branches of Mathematics, viz. real analysis (which includes
calculus) and linear algebra, as well as two to four of the following:
abstract algebra, complex analysis, discrete mathematics, ordinary
differential equations, partial differential equations. Such students
are equipped for a wide variety of careers in education (e.g. insurance
companies, engineering and technology) and an academic career,
depending on the various exit levels, and on the other discipline that
the student chooses to study.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises the following 14 modules:
MAT110M
:
MAT111N
:
Precalculus Mathematics A (Mathematics 110) (if
necessary)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
13
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
CSS101H
:
:
:
:
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
plus 7 or 8 other suitable first-year modules, in 1 or more of the following
subjects:
Applied Mathematics
Astronomy
Computer Science
Operations Research
Physics
Statistics
It is strongly recommended that the module Statistics 105 (STS1055) be
taken, if neither Physics 103 (PHY1038), nor Chemistry 104 (CHE104R)
nor any other Statistics modules are chosen from the recommended list
of subjects mentioned above.
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 modules:
MAT211R
: Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
MAT213T
: Real analysis (Mathematics 213)
and AT LEAST 2 of the following modules:
MAT212S
: Introduction to discrete mathematics (Mathematics
212)
MAT215V
: Calculus in higher dimensions (Mathematics 215)
MAT216W : Differential equations (Mathematics 216)
MAT217X
: Applied dynamical systems (Mathematics 217)
MAT2193
: Computer algebra (Mathematics 219)
plus 1 to 4 suitable second-year modules to make up the required number of 8
modules in this level, with 1 or more of the following subjects being strongly
recommended:
Applied Mathematics
Astronomy
Computer Science
Operations Research
Physics
Statistics
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 modules:
AT LEAST 4 of the following modules:
MAT301S
: Linear algebra (Mathematics 301)
MAT302T
: Algebra (Mathematics 302)
MAT305W : Complex analysis (Mathematics 305) (if MAT215 is
selected in second level)
MAT306X
: Ordinary differential equations (Mathematics 306)
(if MAT216 is selected in second level)
MAT307Y
: Discrete mathematics: Combinatorics (Mathematics
307) (if MAT212 is selected in second level)
MAT311U
: Metric spaces and the Lebesgue integral (Mathematics
311) (if MAT215 is selected in second level)
APM301W : Partial differential equations (Applied Mathematics
301) (if MAT217 was selected in second level to make
up the required number of 8 modules on this level)
plus 2 to 4 other suitable third-level modules to make up the required number of
8 modules on this level with 1 or more of the following subjects being strongly
recommended:
Applied Mathematics
Astronomy
Computer Science
Operations Research
Physics
Statistics
Applied Mathematics stream (02089 – MAM)
Purpose: the specific purpose of this stream is to bring students to the point
where they have mastered the basic theory and some of the applications
of ordinary differential equations and multivariable calculus: as well as
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three of four of the following branches of Applied Mathematics: partial
differential equations, numerical methods, mechanics, special theory
of relativity, discrete mathematics. Such students are also equipped for
the careers mentioned for the Mathematics Stream, but will generally
have a wider knowledge of the applications of Mathematics, and will
be more proficient in practical problem solving and the development of
mathematical models.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises the following 14 modules:
MAT110M
:
Precalculus Mathematics A (Mathematics 110) (if
necessary)
MAT111N : Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
MAT112P
: Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
MAT113Q : Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
MAT103N : Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
CSS101H
: Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
plus AT LEAST 2 of the following:
APM111S
: Mechanics I (Applied Mathematics 111)
APM112T
: Mechanics II (Applied Mathematics 112)
APM113U : Applied linear algebra (Applied Mathematics 113)
APM114V : Mathematical modelling (Applied Mathematics 114)
plus 3 to 6 other suitable first-year modules (to make up the 14 modules required in
this level), with 1 or more of the following subjects being strongly recommended:
Astronomy
Computer Science
Operations Research
Physics
Statistics
It is strongly recommended that the module STS1055 (Statistics 105) be
taken, if neither PHY1038 (Physics 103), nor CHE104R (Chemistry 104)
nor any other Statistics modules are chosen from the recommended list
of subjects mentioned above.
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 modules:
APM211V
APM212W
:
:
Differential equations (Applied Mathematics 211)
Calculus in higher dimensions (Applied
Mathematics 212)
and AT LEAST 2 of the following modules:
APM213X
: Numerical methods 1 (Applied Mathematics 213)
APM214Y
: Applied dynamical systems (Applied Mathematics
214)
APM2164
: Computer algebra (Applied Mathematics 216)
plus 3 or 4 other suitable second-year modules (to make up the 8 modules required on
this level), with 1 or more of the following subjects being strongly recommended:
Astronomy
Computer Science
Mathematics
Operations Research
Physics
Statistics
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 modules:
At least 4 of the following modules:
APM301W : Partial differential equations (Applied Mathematics
301)
APM311Y
: Numerical methods 2 (Applied Mathematics 311)
APM3123
: Mechanics and the calculus of variations (Applied
Mathematics 312)
APM3134
: Special relativity and Riemannian geometry
(Applied Mathematics 313)
MAT306X
: Ordinary differential equations (Mathematics 306)
(if MAT211 was selected on second level)
MAT307Y
:
Discrete mathematics: Combinatorics (Mathematics
307) (if MAT212 was selected on second level)
and 2 to 4 suitable other third-level modules to make up the 8 modules
required on third level with 1 or more of the following subjects being strongly
recommended:
Applied Mathematics
Astronomy
Computer Science
Operations Research
Physics
Statistics
Financial modelling stream (02089 – MFI)
Purpose: the education and training of professionals who will have an
understanding of mathematical, statistical, and operations research
concepts and principles, and are equipped with the necessary skills,
knowledge and scientific a�itudes required for solving a wide variety
of mathematical, statistical and operations research problems (including
those in finance, science, engineering, technology and commerce) at
various levels of complexity.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises the following 13 compulsory modules:
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
APM114V
OPS101G
:
:
:
:
:
:
OPS102H
:
ECS1016
ECS1028
STS1113
STS1124
IOP101M
:
:
:
:
:
COS111U
:
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Mathematical modelling (Applied Mathematics 114)
Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
Modelling in a financial environment (Operations
Research 102)
Economics 1A (Economics 101)
Economics 1B (Economics 102)
Descriptive statistics and probability (Statistics 111)
Data analysis and inference (Statistics 112)
Psychological processes in work context (Industrial
Psychology 101)
Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 9 compulsory modules:
OPS201K
:
OPS202L
OPS205P
APM211V
APM213X
MAT211R
ECS209J
STA202M
STA203N
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Mathematical programming (Operations Research
201)
Rational decision making (Operations Research 202)
Financial modelling (Operations Research 205)
Differential equations (Applied Mathematics 211)
Numerical methods 1 (Applied Mathematics 213)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
The South African financial system (Economics 209)
Distribution theory (Statistics 202)
Applied statistics (Statistics 203)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
OPS302P
OPS303Q
OPS304R
:
:
:
OPS305S
APM301W
:
:
APM311Y
MAT306X
IOP311V
:
:
:
Optimisation of resources (Operations Research 302)
Simulation (Operations Research 303)
Models for strategic decision-making (Operations
Research 304)
Financial risk modelling (Operations Research 305)
Partial differential equations (Applied Mathematics
301)
Numerical methods 2 (Applied Mathematics 311)
Ordinary differential equations (Mathematics 306)
Investor psychology (Industrial Psychology 311))
Mathematical modelling stream (02089
– MMM)
Purpose: this programme provides the BSc graduate with the knowledge,
specific skills and a broad theoretical and practical competence to use
Operations Research, Mathematics and Applied Mathematics in a
decision-making environment. It aims to integrate a solid understanding
of the principles underlying various mathematical techniques with
their implementation in the modelling of decision and management
problems in the business, financial and related milieus. It also prepares
the graduate for postgraduate studies in Operations Research and/or
Applied Mathematics.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises the following 13 compulsory modules:
OPS101G
:
OPS102H
:
STS1113
STS1124
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
APM113U
APM114V
CSS101H
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
CEM101A
COS111U
:
:
Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
Modelling in a financial environment (Operations
Research 102)
Descriptive statistics and probability (Statistics 111)
Data analysis and inference (Statistics 112)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Applied linear algebra (Applied Mathematics 113)
Mathematical modelling (Applied Mathematics 114)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
OPS201K
:
OPS202L
OPS205P
STA202M
MAT211R
MAT212S
:
:
:
:
:
APM211V
APM213X
:
:
Mathematical programming (Operations Research
201)
Rational decision making (Operations Research 202)
Financial modelling (Operations Research 205)
Distribution theory (Statistics 202)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
Introduction to discrete mathematics (Mathematics
212)
Differential equations (Applied Mathematics 211)
Numerical methods 1 (Applied Mathematics 213)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 9 compulsory modules:
APM301W
:
Partial differential equations (Applied Mathematics
301)
APM311Y
: Numerical methods 2 (Applied Mathematics 311)
MAT306X
: Ordinary differential equations (Mathematics 306)
MAT307Y
: Discrete mathematics: Combinatorics (Mathematics
307)
plus 5 of the following 6 modules
OPS301N
: Production modelling (Operations Research 301)
OPS302P
: Optimisation of resources (Operations Research 302)
OPS303Q
: Simulation (Operations Research 303)
OPS304R
: Models for strategic decision-making (Operations
Research 304)
OPS305S
: Financial risk modelling (Operations Research 305)
OPS306T
: Selected topics in Operations Research (Operations
Research 306)
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Mathematical Statistics stream (02089 – MMS)
Purpose: statistics is the collection and analysis of data, followed by
the interpretation and presentation of the information in the data.
This stream develops a thorough mathematical foundation on which
statistical theories are built.
NB
CEM101A must be taken for non-degree purpose, if a student is not computer
literate.
FIRST LEVEL
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
OPS101G
:
FIRST LEVEL
OPS102H
:
This level comprises the following 13 compulsory modules:
STS1113
STS1124
MAT103N
MAT112P
COS111U
:
:
:
:
:
COS112V
:
COS113W
:
STA121M
STA122N
STA123P
STA124Q
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
APM113U
COS111U
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
COS112V
:
CSS101H
:
CEM101A
:
Descriptive statistics (Statistics 121)
Probability and probability distributions (Statistics 122)
Statistical inference (Statistics 123)
Data analysis (Statistics 124)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Applied linear algebra (Applied Mathematics 113)
Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises 9 modules, the following 8 of which are
compulsory.
STA202M
: Distribution theory (Statistics 202)
STA203N
: Applied statistics (Statistics 203)
STA204P
: Design of experiments (Statistics 204)
STA206R
: Sampling and survey methods (Statistics 206)
STA208T
: Forecasting (Statistics 208)
MAT211R
: Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
MAT213T
: Real analysis (Mathematics 213)
MAT215V
: Calculus in higher dimensions (Mathematics 215)
plus 1 of the following modules:
APM213X
: Numerical methods 1 (Applied Mathematics 213)
MAT212S
: Introduction to discrete mathematics (Mathematics
212)
MAT216W : Differential equations (Mathematics 216)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 7 of which are
compulsory:
STA302Q
: Distribution theory (Statistics 302)
STA303R
: Inference (Statistics 303)
STA305T
: Analysis of variance and regression (Statistics 305)
STA306U
: Sampling techniques (Statistics 306)
STA312S
: Time series (Statistics 312)
MAT301 S
: Linear algebra (Mathematics 301)
MAT305W : Complex analysis (Mathematics 305)
plus 1 of the following modules:
MAT302T
: Algebra (Mathematics 302)
MAT306X
: Ordinary differential equations (Mathematics 306)
(provided MAT216 was selected on second level)
Statistical Decision Science stream (02089
– MSD)
Purpose: This stream provides the graduate with knowledge of
operations research, statistics and aspects of computer science and
informatics. It also prepares the graduate for postgraduate studies in
data mining, operations research and statistics.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
16
Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
Modelling in a financial environment (Operations
Research 102)
Descriptive statistics and probability (Statistics 111)
Data analysis and inference (Statistics 112)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
SECOND LEVEL
OPS201K
:
OPS202L
OPS205P
STA202M
STA203N
STA204P
STA208T
STA311R
COS211X
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
COS2144
:
INF206D
:
Mathematical programming (Operations Research
201)
Rational decision making (Operations Research 202)
Financial modelling (Operations Research 205)
Distribution theory (Statistics 202)
Applied statistics (Statistics 203)
Design of experiments (Statistics 204)
Forecasting (Statistics 208)
Matrix methods in statistics (Statistics 311)
Programming: data structures (Computer Science
211)
Programming: contemporary concepts (Computer
Science 214)
Systems analysis and design methods (Information
Systems 206)
THIRD LEVEL
OPS302P
OPS303Q
OPS304R
:
:
:
OPS305S
STA302Q
STA303R
STA305T
STA312S
INF303D
INF307H
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Optimisation of resources (Operations Research 302)
Simulation (Operations Research 303)
Models for strategic decision-making (Operations
Research 304)
Financial risk modelling (Operations Research 305)
Distribution theory (Statistics 302)
Inference (Statistics 303)
Analysis of variance and regression (Statistics 305)
Time series (Statistics 312)
Principles of databases (Information Systems 303)
Database design and implementation (Information
Systems 307)
NB
Should a student wish to continue with an honours degree in Information
Systems, the following modules should be added (for non-degree purposes):
INF207E
: Object-oriented concepts (Information Systems 207)
INF305F
: Advanced systems development (Information Systems
305)
INF308J :
So�ware project management (Information Systems
308)
Statistics for Management stream (02089
– MSM)
Purpose: this stream develops programming, modelling, simulation,
risk analysis, forecasting and statistical techniques required to solve
problems in manufacturing, banking, business management and
management consultancy.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises the following 13 compulsory modules:
This level comprises the following 13 compulsory modules:
STA121M
STA122N
STA123P
STA124Q
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
OPS101G
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
OPS102H
:
CEM101A
INF1059
:
:
CSS101H
:
Descriptive statistics (Statistics 121)
Probability and probability distributions (Statistics 122)
Statistical inference (Statistics 123)
Data analysis (Statistics 124)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
Modelling in a financial environment (Operations
Research 102)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Introduction to Business Information Systems
(Information Systems 105)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises 9 modules, of which 8 are compulsory:
STA202M
STA203N
STA208T
MAT211R
MAT215V
OPS201K
:
:
:
:
:
:
Distribution theory (Statistics 202)
Applied statistics (Statistics 203)
Forecasting (Statistics 208)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
Calculus in higher dimensions (Mathematics 215)
Mathematical programming (Operations Research
201)
OPS202L
: Rational decision making (Operations Research 202)
OPS205P
: Financial modelling (Operations Research 205)
plus 1 of the following 2 modules:
STA204P
: Design of experiments (Statistics 204)
STA206R
: Sampling and survey methods (Statistics 206)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 6 of which are
compulsory:
STA302Q
: Distribution theory (Statistics 302)
STA303R
: Inference (Statistics 303)
STA305T
: Analysis of variance and regression (Statistics 305)
plus 3 of the following 4 modules:
OPS301N
: Production modelling (Operations Research 301)
OPS303Q
: Simulation (Operations Research 303)
OPS305S
: Financial risk modelling (Operations Research 305)
OPS306T
: Selected topics in Operations Research (Operations
Research 306)
plus the following 2 modules:
STA306U
: Sampling techniques (Statistics 306)
and
STA312S
: Time series (Statistics 312)
or
1 of:
OPS302P
OPS304R
:
:
and 1 of
STA306U
STA312S
Optimisation of resources (Operations Research 302)
Models for strategic decision-making (Operations
Research 304)
:
:
Sampling techniques (Statistics 306)
Time series (Statistics 312)
Environmental Statistics stream (02089 – MES)
Purpose: this stream provides the statistical and geographical knowledge
required to solve problems as environmental evaluation, population,
spatial structures, and interpretation of aerial photos.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
STA121M
STA122N
STA123P
STA124Q
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
GGH101Q
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
GGH102R
:
CEM101A
INF1059
:
:
CSS101H
:
SECOND LEVEL
Descriptive statistics (Statistics 121)
Probability and probability distributions (Statistics 122)
Statistical inference (Statistics 123)
Data analysis (Statistics 124)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Know your world: introduction to geography
(Geography 101)
World issues: a geographical perspective
(Geography 102)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Introduction to Business Information Systems
(Information Systems 105)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
This level comprises 9 modules, the following 7 of which are
compulsory:
STA202M
STA203N
STA208T
MAT211R
MAT215V
GGH203V
GGH204W
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Distribution theory (Statistics 202)
Applied statistics (Statistics 203)
Forecasting (Statistics 208)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
Calculus in higher dimensions (Mathematics 215)
Map and aerial photo interpretation (Geography 203)
People and the natural environment: use and
impact (Geography 204)
plus 1 of the following modules:
STA204P
: Design of experiments (Statistics 204)
STA206R
: Sampling and survey methods (Statistics 206)
plus 1 of the following modules:
GGH201T
: The African challenge: people and environment
(Geography 201)
GGH202U : The geography of basic services provision
(Geography 202)
INF206D
: Systems analysis and design methods (Information
Systems 206)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 7 of which are
compulsory:
STA302Q
STA303R
STA305T
GGH301W
:
:
:
:
Distribution theory (Statistics 302)
Inference (Statistics 303)
Analysis of variance and regression (Statistics 305)
State of the people and environment in Southern
Africa (Geography 301)
GGH302X
: Spatial economic development (Geography 302)
GGH303Y
: Introduction to geographical information systems
(Geography 303)
GGH3054
: Environmental evaluation and impact assessment
(Geography 305)
plus 1 of the following modules:
STA306U
: Sampling techniques (Statistics 306)
STA312S
: Time series (Statistics 312)
BSc (with specialisation in Information
Technology and Computer Science)
Purpose: the overall purpose of the programme is the education and
training of responsible and competent Information Technology and
Computer Science professionals/practitioners in a wide variety of
specialisation areas.
The degree can be taken in any of the following streams:
So�ware Engineering
Computational Intelligence
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Scientific Computing
Information Systems and Geography
Information Technology Management
Computational Statistics (Programming)
Computational Statistics (Information Systems)
Information and Decision Modelling
Decision Modelling and Computing
Software Engineering stream (02089 – ISE)
Purpose: this programme stream concerns the development of robust
and reliable so�ware. It will provide the BSc graduate with the
knowledge, specific skills and applied and theoretical competence to
occupy entry level positions involved in the development of computer
based systems ranging from business applications to so�ware control
systems in power plants, aircra�, medical devices, etc.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 10 of which are
compulsory.
INF1059
:
Introduction to Business Information Systems
(Information Systems 105)
INF1208
: Human-computer interaction I (Information
Systems 120)
COS101S
: Theoretical computer science 1 (Computer Science
101)
COS111U
: Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
COS112V
: Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
COS113W
: Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
COS114X
: Introduction to visual programming (Computer
Science 114)
CSS101H
: Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
STS1055
: Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
plus 4 suitable first-year modules.
If COS2338 is chosen on second level the following 3 modules must be included:
MAT111N : Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
MAT112P
: Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
MAT103N : Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
If COS340A is chosen on third level, MAT103N must be included.
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 4 of which are
compulsory:
INF206D
:
Systems analysis and design methods (Information
Systems 206)
INF207E
: Object-oriented concepts (Information Systems 207)
COS211X
: Programming: data structures (Computer Science
211)
COS2144
: Programming: contemporary concepts (Computer
Science 214)
and 4 of the following modules:
COS201V
: Theoretical computer science 2 (Computer Science
201)
COS2213
: Computer organisation (Computer Science 221)
COS2269
: Computer networks I (Computer Science 226)
COS2338
: Numerical methods 1 (Computer Science 233)
COS261C
: Formal logic 2 (Computer Science 261)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 2 of which are compulsory:
INF303D
INF305F
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:
:
Principles of databases (Information Systems 303)
Advanced systems development (Information
Systems 305)
plus at least 1 of the following modules:
INF307H
: Database design and implementation (Information
Systems 307)
INF308J
: So�ware project management (Information
Systems 308)
INF320E
: Human-computer interaction II (Information
Systems 320)
plus at least 3 of the following modules:
COS301Y
: Theory of computer science 3 (Computer Science 301)
COS3114
: Advanced programming (Computer Science 311)
COS3216
: Operating systems and architecture (Computer
Science 321)
COS340A
: Computer graphics (Computer Science 340)
COS351D
: Techniques of artificial intelligence (Computer
Science 351)
The remaining modules may also include:
COS332A
: Numerical methods 2 (Computer Science 332)
COS361F
: Formal logic 3 (Computer Science 361)
Computational Intelligence stream (02089
– ICI)
Purpose: this programme stream concerns the development of computer
so�ware to solve problems such as game playing, logical Inferencend
theory? improving?, planning, medical diagnosis, learning, vision,
robotics, and natural language understanding. The programme aims to
educate and train computational intelligence professionals/practitioners
that possess and are able to apply these skills.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 11 of which are
compulsory.
COS101S
:
Theoretical computer science 1 (Computer Science
101)
COS112V
: Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
COS113W
: Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
INF1208
: Human-computer interaction I (Information
Systems 120
MAT112P
: Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
MAT111N : Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
PYC101Y
: Basic psychology (Psychology 101)
COS111U
: Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
CSS101H
: Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
STS1055
: Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
plus 3 of the following modules:
COS114X
: Introduction to visual programming (Computer
Science 114)
MAT103N : Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
OPS101G
: Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
PLS102Y
: Critical reasoning (Philosophy 102)
LIN101W
: Grammatical concepts (Linguistics 101)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 4 of which are compulsory.
COS201V
:
Theoretical computer science 2 (Computer Science
201)
COS211X
: Programming: data structures (Computer Science
211)
COS261C
: Formal logic 2 (Computer Science 261)
COS2144
: Programming: contemporary concepts (Computer
Science 214)
plus 4 of the following modules:
COS2213
: Computer organisation (Computer Science 221)
COS2338
: Numerical methods 1 (Computer Science 233)
MAT212S
:
LIN309F
LIN2024
PLS207B
:
:
:
Introduction to discrete mathematics (Mathematics
212)
Text structure and function (Linguistics 309)
Linguistic categorisation (Linguistics 202)
Philosophy of science (Philosophy 207)
:
COS2269
:
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 5 of which are compulsory:
:
Theory of computer science 3 (Computer Science
301)
INF320E
: Human-computer interaction II (Information
Systems 320)
COS351D
: Techniques of artificial intelligence (Computer
Science 351)
COS361F
: Formal logic 3 (Computer Science 361)
PYC303B
: Cognition: thinking, memory and problem solving
(Psychology 303)
plus 3 of the following modules:
COS3114
: Advanced programming (Computer Science 311)
COS332A
: Numerical methods 2 (Computer Science 332)
MAT307Y
: Discrete mathematics: Combinatorics (Mathematics
307)
INF303D
: Principles of databases (Information Systems 303)
LIN3028
: Approaches in Linguistics (Linguistics 302)
COS340A
: Computer graphics (Computer Science 340)
PLS303A
: Mind and reality (Philosophy 303)
Scientific Computing stream (02089 – ISC)
Purpose: this programme stream aims to educate and train practitioners/
professionals with specialisation in computational abilities and scientific
programming as applied in Mathematics, Statistics, Quantitative
Management, Applied Mathematics, Geography, Physics and Chemistry.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
THIRD LEVEL
COS301Y
:
COS3114
COS332A
COS3216
:
:
:
MAT307Y
:
INF303D
OPS302P
COS340A
:
:
:
This level comprises 13 compulsory modules.
:
COS112V
:
COS113W
:
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
APM113U
APM114V
COS111U
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
CSS101H
:
STS1055
CEM101A
:
:
Theoretical computer science 1 (Computer Science
101)
Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Applied linear algebra (Applied Mathematics 113)
Mathematical modelling (Applied Mathematics 114)
Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 9 compulsory modules.
COS201V
:
COS211X
:
COS2144
:
COS2213
COS2338
OPS201K
:
:
:
OPS202L
:
Theoretical computer science 2 (Computer Science
201)
Programming: data structures (Computer Science
211)
Programming: contemporary concepts (Computer
Science 214)
Computer organisation (Computer Science 221)
Numerical methods 1 (Computer Science 233)
Mathematical programming (Operations Research
201)
Rational decision making (Operations Research
202)
Theory of computer science 3 (Computer Science
301)
Advanced programming (Computer Science 311)
Numerical methods 2 (Computer Science 332)
Operating systems and architecture (Computer
Science 321)
Discrete mathematics: Combinatorics (Mathematics
307)
Principles of databases (Information Systems 303)
Optimisation of resources (Operations Research 302)
Computer graphics (Computer Science 340)
Information Technology Management
stream (02089 – ITM)
Purpose: the emphasis of this stream is on information technology and
the management thereof. The information Technology management
stream has a strong technical basis, but includes business exposure to
prepare students for a career in so�ware development in a business
environment and eventually for the management of information
technology in an enterprise.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 13 modules, the following 12 of which are
compulsory:
INF1059
COS101S
Introduction to discrete mathematics (Mathematics
212)
Computer networks I (Computer Science 226)
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
THIRD LEVEL
COS301Y
MAT212S
:
Introduction to Business Information Systems
(Information Systems 105)
COS112V
: Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
COS114X
: Introduction to visual programming (Computer
Science 114)
COS113W
: Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
MNB101D : Business management 1A (Business Management
101)
MNB102E
: Business management 1B (Business Management
102)
ACN101M : Accounting concepts, principles and procedures
(Accounting 101)
ACN102N : Accounting reporting (Accounting 102)
COS111U
: Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
CSS101H
: Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
STS1055
: Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
plus 1 of the following modules:
INF1208
: Human-computer interaction I (Information
Systems 120)
COS101S
: Theoretical computer science 1 (Computer Science
101)
QMG101P/QMS101D
: Mathematical
modelling
I
(Quantitative Management 101)
QMG102Q/QMS102E
: Introductory financial mathematics
(Quantitative Management
102)
OPS101G
: Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises 9 modules, the following 8 of which are
compulsory:
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INF206D
:
Systems analysis and design methods (Information
Systems 206)
INF207E
: Object-oriented concepts (Information Systems 207)
COS2269
: Computer networks I (Computer Science 226)
COS211X
: Programming: data structures (Computer Science
211)
COS2144
: Programming: contemporary concepts (Computer
Science 214)
COS2213
: Computer organisation (Computer Science 221)
MNG2016
: General management (Business Management 201)
AUI2028
: The internal auditing process (Internal Auditing
202)
plus 1 of the following modules:
DPA202T
: Practical accounting data processing (Accounting
Data Processing 202)
MNE202V : Introduction to entrepreneurship and smallbusiness management (Business Management
202)
MNF2023
: Financial management (Business Management 202)
MNH202C : Human
resources
management
(Business
Management 202)
MNK203R : Enterprise
risk
management
(Business
Management 203)
MNM202Y : Marketing management (Business Management 202)
MNO202B : Production and operations management (Business
Management 202)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 6 of which are
compulsory:
INF303D
INF305F
:
:
Principles of databases (Information Systems 303)
Advanced systems development (Information
Systems 305)
INF307H
: Database design and implementation (Information
Systems 307)
INF308J
: So�ware project management (Information
Systems 308)
MNG301A : Strategic management 3A (Business Management
301)
MNG302B : Strategic management 3B (Business Management
302)
plus 2 of the following modules:
COS3114
: Advanced programming (Computer Science 311)
COS3216
: Operating systems and architecture (Computer
Science 321)
INF320E
: Human-computer interaction II (Information
Systems 320)
Computational Statistics (Programming)
stream (02089 – ICP)
Purpose: statistics requires the intelligent, critical and judicious use
of computers this stream provides the necessary statistical and
computational techniques and skills required to make a meaningful
contribution to any computing team.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 13 of which are
compulsory.
STA121M
STA122N
STA123P
STA124Q
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
COS111U
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:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Descriptive statistics (Statistics 121)
Probability and probability distributions (Statistics 122)
Statistical inference (Statistics 123)
Data analysis (Statistics 124)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
COS112V
:
Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
COS113W
: Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
CSS101H
: Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
plus 1 of the following modules:
INF1059
: Introduction to Business Information Systems
(Information Systems 105)
OPS101G
: Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 9 modules of which 8 are
compulsory:
STA202M
STA203N
STA208T
MAT211R
MAT215V
COS211X
:
:
:
:
:
:
Distribution theory (Statistics 202)
Applied statistics (Statistics 203)
Forecasting (Statistics 208)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
Calculus in higher dimensions (Mathematics 215)
Programming: data structures (Computer Science
211)
COS2144
: Programming: contemporary concepts (Computer
Science 214)
COS2338
: Numerical methods 1 (Computer Science 233)
plus 1 of the following 2 modules:
STA204P
: Design of experiments (Statistics 204)
STA206R
: Sampling and survey methods (Statistics 206)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 7 compulsory modules:
STA302Q
STA303R
STA305T
STA306U
STA312S
COS332A
INF303D
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Distribution theory (Statistics 302)
Inference (Statistics 303)
Analysis of variance and regression (Statistics 305)
Sampling techniques (Statistics 306)
Time series (Statistics 312)
Numerical methods 2 (Computer Science 332)
Principles of databases (Information Systems 303)
Computational Statistics (Information
Systems) stream (02089 – ICS)
Purpose: this stream aims to educate and train statistical practitioners
and professionals primarily involved in the business information needs
of an organisation. It provides a sound understanding of computers
databases, and the essence of statistical theory.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises the following 14 compulsory modules:
STA121M
STA122N
STA123P
STA124Q
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
INF1059
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
OPS101G
:
OPS102H
:
CSS101H
:
CEM101A
:
Descriptive statistics (Statistics 121)
Probability and probability distributions (Statistics 122)
Statistical inference (Statistics 123)
Data analysis (Statistics 124)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Introduction to Business Information Systems
(Information Systems 105)
Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
Modelling in a financial environment (Operations
Research 102)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
COS114X
:
Introduction to visual programming (Computer
Science 114)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules of which the following 7 are compulsory:
STA202M
STA203N
STA208T
MAT211R
MAT215V
INF206D
:
:
:
:
:
:
Distribution theory (Statistics 202)
Applied statistics (Statistics 203)
Forecasting (Statistics 208)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
Calculus in higher dimensions (Mathematics 215)
Systems analysis and design methods (Information
Systems 206)
INF207E
: Object-oriented concepts (Information Systems 207)
plus 1 of the following 2 modules:
STA204P
: Design of experiments (Statistics 204)
STA206R
: Sampling and survey methods (Statistics 206)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 7 of which are
compulsory:
STA302Q
STA303R
STA305T
INF303D
INF305F
:
:
:
:
:
Distribution theory (Statistics 302)
Inference (Statistics 303)
Analysis of variance and regression (Statistics 305)
Principles of databases (Information Systems 303)
Advanced systems development (Information
Systems 305)
INF307H
: Database design and implementation (Information
Systems 307)
INF308J
: So�ware project management (Information
Systems 308)
plus 1 of the following modules:
STA306U
: Sampling techniques (Statistics 306)
STA312S
: Time series (Statistics 312)
Informatics and Decision Modelling stream
(02089 – IDM)
Purpose: this programme provides the BSc graduate with the knowledge,
specific skills and a broad theoretical and practical competence to use
Operations Research and Information Systems in a decision-making
environment. It aims to integrate modelling skills, algorithmic and
heuristic techniques from Operations Research with computer Systems
principles and practice. It also prepares the graduate for postgraduate
studies in Operations Research and/or Information Systems.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 13 of which are
compulsory.
OPS101G
:
Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
OPS102H
: Modelling in a financial environment (Operations
Research 102)
STS1113
: Descriptive statistics and probability (Statistics 111)
STS1124
: Data analysis and inference (Statistics 112)
MAT111N : Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
MAT112P
: Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
MAT113Q : Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
MAT103N : Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
INF1059
: Introduction to Business Information Systems
(Information Systems 105)
INF1208
: Human-computer interaction I (Information
Systems 120)
CSS101H
: Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
COS114X
: Introduction to visual programming (Computer
Science 114)
plus 1 of the following modules:
PLS207B
: Philosophy of science (Philosophy 207)
COS101S
:
QMS101D
:
Theoretical computer science 1 (Computer Science
101)
Mathematical
modelling
I
(Quantitative
Management 101)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises 7 modules, the following 6 are compulsory:
OPS201K
:
Mathematical programming (Operations Research
201)
OPS202L
: Rational decision making (Operations Research 202)
OPS205P
: Financial modelling (Operations Research 205)
STA202M
: Distribution theory (Statistics 202)
INF206D
: Systems analysis and design methods (Information
Systems 206)
INF207E
: Object-oriented concepts (Information Systems 207)
plus 1 of the following modules:
COS2269
: Computer networks I (Computer Science 226)
STA203N
: Applied statistics (Statistics 203)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 9 modules of which the following 7
are compulsory:
INF303D
INF305F
:
:
Principles of databases (Information Systems 303)
Advanced systems development (Information
Systems 305)
OPS301N
: Production modelling (Operations Research 301)
OPS302P
: Optimisation of resources (Operations Research 302)
OPS303Q
: Simulation (Operations Research 303)
OPS304R
: Models for strategic decision-making (Operations
Research 304)
OPS305S
: Financial risk modelling (Operations Research 305)
plus 2 of the following modules:
INF307H
: Database design and implementation (Information
Systems 307)
INF308J
: So�ware project management (Information
Systems 308)
INF320E
: Human-computer interaction II (Information
Systems 320)
Information Systems and Geography stream
(02089 – ISG)
Purpose: This stream equips students with the skills, knowledge and
insight concerning information technology and geographical and other
relevant applications, together with decision-support methodologies,
in order for them to qualify for entry level positions in the field of
Geographical Information Systems and to pursue postgraduate studies
to specialise in this field.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 11 modules, the following 10 of which are
compulsory:
CEM101A
INF1059
:
:
INF1208
:
COS113W
:
COS114X
:
STS1055
AGE1014
GGH101Q
:
:
:
GGH102R
:
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Introduction to Business Information Systems
(Information Systems 105)
Human-computer interaction I (Information
Systems 120
Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
Introduction to visual programming (Computer
Science 114)
Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
Introduction to archaeology (Archaeology 101)
Know your world: introduction to geography
(Geography 101)
World issues: a geographical perspective
(Geography 102)
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CSS101H
:
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
plus one of the following modules:
QMG101P : Quantitative
modelling
I
(Quantitative
Management 101)
QMS101D
: Mathematical
modelling
I
(Quantitative
Management 101)
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises the following 13 compulsory modules.
OPS101G
:
SECOND LEVEL
OPS102H
:
This level comprises 9 modules, the following 8 of which are
compulsory:
STS1113
STS1124
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
COS112V
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
COS113W
:
COS101S
:
CEM101A
COS111U
:
:
INF206D
:
Systems analysis and design methods (Information
Systems 206)
INF207E
: Object-oriented concepts (Information Systems 207)
GGH201T
: The African challenge: people and environment
(Geography 201)
GGH202U : The geography of basic services provision
(Geography 202)
GGH203V : Map and aerial photo interpretation (Geography 203)
GGH204W : People and the natural environment: use and
impact (Geography 204)
QMG201S
: Mathematical
programming
(Quantitative
management 201)
QMG202T : Rational
decision-making
(Quantitative
management 202)
plus one of the following modules:
AGE2018
: Archaeological fieldwork techniques and analytical
methods (Archaeology 201)
COS2269
: Computer networks I (Computer Science 226)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 10 modules, the following 8 of which are
compulsory:
INF303D
INF305F
:
:
Principles of databases (Information Systems 303)
Advanced systems development (Information
Systems 305)
INF307H
: Database design and implementation (Information
Systems 307)
INF320E
: Human-computer interaction II (Information
Systems 320)
GGH301W : State of the people and environment in Southern
Africa (Geography 301)
GGH302X
: Spatial economic development (Geography 302)
GGH303Y
: Introduction to geographical information systems
(Geography 303)
GGH3043
: Development of urban space (Geography 304)
plus two of the following modules:
INF308J
: So�ware project management (Information
Systems 308)
QMG302W : Optimisation
of
resources
(Quantitative
management 302)
QMG303X : Simulation (Quantitative management 303)
QMG304Y : Models for strategic decision-making (Quantitative
management 304)
QMG3053
: Risk analysis techniques (Quantitative management
305)
AGE302C
: Applied archaeology: heritage conservation,
cultural resource management and archaeotourism
(Archaeology 302)
GGH3054
: Environmental evaluation and impact assessment
(Geography 305)
Decision Modelling and Computing stream
(02089 – IDC)
Purpose: this programme provides the BSc graduate with the knowledge,
specific skills and a broad theoretical and practical competence to use
Operations Research and Computer Science in a decision-making
environment. Graduates are equipped with the modelling skills and
numerical and programming techniques needed to solve real-life
decision and management problems. It also prepares the graduate for
postgraduate studies in Operations Research and/or Computer Science.
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Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
Modelling in a financial environment (Operations
Research 102)
Descriptive statistics and probability (Statistics 111)
Data analysis and inference (Statistics 112)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
Theoretical computer science 1 (Computer Science
101)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 9 compulsory modules:
OPS201K
:
OPS202L
OPS205P
STA202M
COS211X
:
:
:
:
COS2144
:
COS2338
COS2213
COS261C
:
:
:
Mathematical programming (Operations Research
201)
Rational decision making (Operations Research 202)
Financial modelling (Operations Research 205)
Distribution theory (Statistics 202)
Programming: data structures (Computer Science
211)
Programming: contemporary concepts (Computer
Science 214)
Numerical methods 1 (Computer Science 233)
Computer organisation (Computer Science 221)
Formal logic 2 (Computer Science 261)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
COS3114
COS3216
:
:
COS332A
COS351D
:
:
OPS301N
OPS302P
OPS303Q
OPS305S
:
:
:
:
Advanced programming (Computer Science 311)
Operating systems and architecture (Computer
Science 321)
Numerical methods 2 (Computer Science 332)
Techniques of artificial intelligence (Computer
Science 351)
Production modelling (Operations Research 301)
Optimisation of resources (Operations Research 302)
Simulation (Operations Research 303)
Financial risk modelling (Operations Research 305)
BSc (with specialisation in Natural
Sciences)
Purpose: the overall purpose of the programme is the education and
training of professionals who will have an understanding of concepts
and principles in a variety of specialisation areas in Science, and are
equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge and scientific a�itudes
required for solving a wide variety of problems in one or more of these
areas at various levels of complexity.
This degree may be taken in any of the following streams
in this College:
Astronomy
Biochemistry and Chemistry
Botany and Chemistry
Chemistry and Mathematics
Chemistry and Microbiology
Chemistry and Physics
Chemistry and Physiology
Chemistry and Zoology
Physics
Physics and Computer Science
Astronomy stream (02089 – NAS)
Purpose: the overall purpose of this stream is the education and training
of professionals who will have an understanding of astronomical
concepts and principles, and are equipped with the necessary skills,
knowledge and scientific a�itudes required for solving a wide variety
of problems in astronomy and related disciplines at various levels of
complexity.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following of which are compulsory.
AST131F
AST134J
:
:
General introduction to astronomy (Astronomy 131)
Spherical astronomy and Kepler orbits (Astronomy
134)
MAT111N : Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
MAT112P
: Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
MAT113Q : Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
MAT103N : Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
PHY1038
: Practical work (Physics 103)
PHY1049
: Modern physics (Physics 104)
PHY105A
: Mechanics (Physics 105)
PHY106B
: Electromagnetism and heat (Physics 106)
CSS101H
: Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
plus 2 other modules. A selection from the following modules are strongly
recommended:
STS1055
: Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
APM113U : Applied linear algebra (Applied Mathematics 113)
APM114V : Mathematical modelling (Applied Mathematics 114)
COS111U
: Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
COS112V
: Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
AST251N
AST252P
:
:
AST255S
:
The structure and evolution of stars (Astronomy 251)
The structure and evolution of galaxies (Astronomy
252)
Astronomy Practical (Astronomy 255)
MAT215V
or
APM212W
:
Calculus in higher dimensions (Mathematics 215)
:
Calculus in higher
Mathematics 212)
MAT216W
or
APM211V
:
Differential equations (Mathematics 216)
:
Differential equations (Applied Mathematics 211)
PHY2019
PHY202A
PHY206E
:
:
:
Classical mechanics (Physics 201)
Electricity and magnetism (Physics 202)
Waves (Physics 206)
dimensions
(Applied
AST362U
: Radiative Transfer (Astronomy 362)
AST363V
: Observational Techniques (Astronomy 363)
plus 2 appropriate second or third year modules. A selection from the following
modules is strongly recommended:
MAT2193
: Computer algebra (Mathematics 219)
MAT305W : Complex analysis (Mathematics 305)
MAT306X
: Ordinary differential equations (Mathematics 306)
COS2338
: Numerical methods 1 (Computer Science 233)
APM301W : Partial differential equations (Applied Mathematics
301)
APM3123
: Mechanics and the calculus of variations (Applied
Mathematics 312)
APM3134
: Special relativity and Riemannian geometry
(Applied Mathematics 313)
COS332A
: Numerical methods 2 (Computer Science 332)
Biochemistry and Chemistry stream (02089
– NOC)
Purpose: this stream will provide the BSc graduate with the knowledge,
specific skills and a broad theoretical and practical competence to occupy
entry-level positions as professionals for a wide range of vocations
such as medical research, agriculture as well as the chemical, food and
biotechnological industries or as teachers. This program also forms the
basis for further postgraduate studies in Chemistry and Biochemistry.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises the following 14 modules:
CHE101N
CHE102P
CHE103Q
CHE104R
BLG111H
BLG112J
BLG113K
BLG114L
MAT111N
MAT112P
CEM101A
CSS101H
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
General chemistry A (Chemistry 101)
General chemistry B (Chemistry 102)
Organic chemistry (Chemistry 103)
Chemistry practical (Chemistry 104)
Basic Biology (Biology 111)
Biology of plants (Biology 112)
Biology of animals (Biology 113)
Practical (Biology 114)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
plus 2 of the following modules:
MAT103N : Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
STS1055
: Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
PLS207B
: Philosophy of science (Philosophy 207)
OPS101G
: Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
CHE211T/CHE221V
: Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 211 and 221)
CHE212U/CHE222W
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 212 and 222)
CHE213V/CHE223X
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 213 and 223)
CHE214W/CHE224Y
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 214 and 224)
BCH2118
: Introductory biochemistry (Biochemistry 211)
BCH2129
: Bioenergetics (Biochemistry 212)
BCH213A
: Biopolymers of heredity (Biochemistry 213)
BCH214B
: Experimental biochemistry (Biochemistry 214)
THIRD LEVEL
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following which are compulsory:
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
PHY302D
PHY303E
AST355V
AST361T
:
:
:
:
Quantum physics (Physics 302)
Statistical physics (Physics 303)
Advanced Astronomy Practical (Astronomy 355)
Radiative Mechanisms (Astronomy 361)
CHE311W/CHE321Y
:
CHE312X/CHE3223
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 311 and 321)
Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 312 and 322)
23
CHE313Y/CHE3234
:
Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 313 and 323)
CHE3143/CHE3245
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 314 and 324)
BCH311B
: Enzymology (Biochemistry 311)
BCH312C
: Advanced metabolism (Biochemistry 312)
BCH313D
: Molecular genetics (Biochemistry 313)
BCH314E
: Analytical biochemistry and practical (Biochemistry
314)
Botany and Chemistry stream (02089 – NBC)
Purpose: this stream will provide the BSc. graduate with the knowledge,
specific skills and a broad theoretical and practical competence in
Chemistry and in plants and their environment to occupy entry-level
positions as professionals for a wide range of vocations such as the
teaching, in industry, forestry, plant breeding and in other sectors
where knowledge of Botany and Chemistry is needed. Graduates may
continue with studies at a postgraduate level in Chemistry, Botany,
Ecology or Environmental Sciences.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 12 of which are
compulsory:
BOT131W
:
Plant structure: cytology, morphology and anatomy
(Botany 131)
BOT132X
: Biodiversity (Botany 132)
BOT133Y
: Plant diversity and environmental botany (Botany
133)
BOT1343
: Practical (Botany 134)
CHE101N
: General chemistry A (Chemistry 101)
CHE102P
: General chemistry B (Chemistry 102)
CHE103Q
: Organic chemistry (Chemistry 103)
CHE104R
: Chemistry practical (Chemistry 104)
MAT111N : Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
MAT112P
: Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
CSS101H
: Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
plus 2 of the following modules:
MAT103N : Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
ZOL121Q
: Animal diversity 1 (Zoology 121)
ZOL122R
: Animal diversity 2 (Zoology 122)
ZOL123S
: Animal diversity 3 (Zoology 123)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
CHE211T/CHE221V
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 211 and 221)
CHE212U/CHE222W
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 212 and 222)
CHE213V/CHE223X
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 213 and 223)
CHE214W/CHE224Y
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 214 and 224)
BOT221X
: Systematics of non-vascular plants (Botany 221)
BOT222Y
: Systematics of vascular plants (Botany 222)
BOT2233
: Plant anatomy and physiology (Botany 223)
BOT2244
: Practical (Botany 224)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
24
CHE311W/CHE321Y
:
CHE312X/CHE3223
:
CHE313Y/CHE3234
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 311 and 321)
Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 312 and 322)
Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 313 and 323)
CHE3143/CHE3245
BOT3214
BOT3225
BOT3236
BOT3248
:
:
:
:
:
Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 314 and 324)
Plant physiology (Botany 321)
Aquatic ecology (Botany 322)
Terrestrial ecology (Botany 323)
Practical (Botany 324)
Chemistry and Mathematics stream (02089
– NCM)
Purpose: this stream will provide the BSc. graduate with the knowledge,
specific skills and a broad theoretical and practical competence to
occupy entry level positions in teaching Mathematics and Physical
Science, as technicians in the chemical, mining and petroleum industry
or to continue with Chemistry or Mathematics at a postgraduate level.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 10 of which are
compulsory:
CHE101N
CHE102P
CHE103Q
CHE104R
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
CEM101A
CSS101H
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
General chemistry A (Chemistry 101)
General chemistry B (Chemistry 102)
Organic chemistry (Chemistry 103)
Chemistry practical (Chemistry 104)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
plus 4 of the following modules:
COS111U
: Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
LGC1014
: Formal logic 1 (Computer Science 161)
COS113W
: Computer systems: fundamental concepts (Computer
Science 113)
PLS207B
: Philosophy of science (Philosophy 207)
OPS101G
: Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
APM113U : Applied linear algebra (Applied Mathematics 113)
APM114V : Mathematical modelling (Applied Mathematics 114)
STS1055
: Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 6 of which are
compulsory:
CHE211T/CHE221V
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 211 and 221)
CHE212U/CHE222W
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 212 and 222)
CHE213V/CHE223X
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 213 and 223)
CHE214W/CHE224Y
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 214 and 224)
MAT211R
: Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
MAT213T
: Real analysis (Mathematics 213)
plus 2 of the following modules:
MAT212S
: Introduction to discrete mathematics (Mathematics
212)
MAT215V
: Calculus in higher dimensions (Mathematics 215)
MAT216W : Differential equations (Mathematics 216)
MAT2193
: Computer algebra (Mathematics 219)
APM214Y
: Applied dynamical systems (Applied Mathematics
214)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, of which the following 6 are
compulsory
CHE311W/CHE321Y
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 311 and 321)
CHE312X/CHE3223
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 312 and 322)
CHE313Y/CHE3234
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 313 and 323)
CHE3143/CHE3245
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 314 and 324)
MAT301S
: Linear algebra (Mathematics 301)
MAT302T
: Algebra (Mathematics 302)
plus 2 of the following modules:
MAT307Y
: Discrete mathematics: Combinatorics (Mathematics
307)
MAT305W : Complex analysis (Mathematics 305)
MAT306X
: Ordinary differential equations (Mathematics 306)
MAT311U
: Metric spaces and the Lebesgue integral
(Mathematics 311)
Chemistry and Microbiology stream (02089
– NCK)
Purpose: this stream will provide the BSc. graduate with the knowledge,
specific skills and applied and theoretical competence to occupy entrylevel positions in the teaching, in the chemical, pharmaceutical and
brewing industry, in agriculture or environmental vocations, in health
and food-related industries or to continue with studies in Chemistry
and Microbiology at a postgraduate level.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 12 of which are
compulsory:
CHE101N
CHE102P
CHE103Q
CHE104R
BLG111H
BLG112J
BLG113K
BLG114L
MAT111N
MAT112P
CEM101A
CSS101H
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
General chemistry A (Chemistry 101)
General chemistry B (Chemistry 102)
Organic chemistry (Chemistry 103)
Chemistry practical (Chemistry 104)
Basic Biology (Biology 111)
Biology of plants (Biology 112)
Biology of animals (Biology 113)
Practical (Biology 114)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
plus 2 of the following modules:
MAT103N : Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
STS1055
: Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
PLS207B
: Philosophy of science (Philosophy 207)
OPS101G
: Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
CHE211T/CHE221V :
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 211 and 221)
CHE212U/CHE222W
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 212 and 222)
CHE213V/CHE223X
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 213 and 223)
CHE214W/CHE224Y
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 214 and 224)
MIB221Q
: Introductory Microbiology (Microbiology 221)
MIB222R
: Microbial ecology (Microbiology 222)
MIB223S
: Introductory microbial genetics, immunology and
epidemiology (Microbiology 223)
MIB224T
: Practical microbiology II (Microbiology 224)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
CHE311W/CHE321Y
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 311 and 321)
CHE312X/CHE3223
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 312 and 322)
CHE313Y/CHE3234
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 313 and 323)
CHE3143/CHE3245
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 314 and 324)
MIB321T
: Microbial physiology (Microbiology 321)
MIB322U
: Advanced microbial genetics, recombinant
DNA technology and industrial microbiology
(Microbiology 322)
MIB323V
: Microbial diversity (Microbiology 323)
MIB324W
: Practical Microbiology III (Microbiology 324)
Chemistry and Physics stream (02089 – NCF)
Purpose: this stream will provide the BSc. graduate with the knowledge,
specific skills and a broad theoretical and practical competence to occupy
entry level positions in the teaching of Physical Science, as technicians
in the chemical, mining, petroleum, electrical and applied technological
industries or to continue with Chemistry, Physics or Material Science at
a postgraduate level.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 12 of which are
compulsory:
CHE101N
CHE102P
CHE103Q
CHE104R
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
MAT103N
PHY1038
PHY1049
CEM101A
CSS101H
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
General chemistry A (Chemistry 101)
General chemistry B (Chemistry 102)
Organic chemistry (Chemistry 103)
Chemistry practical (Chemistry 104)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Practical work (Physics 103)
Modern physics (Physics 104)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
plus the following 2 modules:
PHY1015
: Elementary mechanics (Physics 101)
PHY1026
: Elementary electromagnetism and heat (Physics
102)
or
PHY105A
PHY106B
:
:
Mechanics (Physics 105)
Electromagnetism and heat (Physics 106)
Students who have passed MAT113 need not register for MAT111 and
MAT112 but may choose any 2 of the following modules:
STS1055
: Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
OPS101G
: Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
PLS207B
: Philosophy of science (Philosophy 207)
COS111U
: Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
COS112V
: Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
COS113W
: Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
LGC1014
: Formal logic 1 (Computer Science 161)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 modules, the following 7 of which
are compulsory :
CHE211T/CHE221V
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 211 and 221)
25
CHE212U/CHE222W
:
Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 212 and 222)
CHE213V/CHE223X
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 213 and 223)
CHE214W/CHE224Y
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 214 and 224)
PHY2019
: Classical mechanics (Physics 201)
PHY202A
: Electricity and magnetism (Physics 202)
PHY206E
: Waves (Physics 206)
plus 1 other of the following modules:
PHY204C
: Practical work (Physics 204)
COS2144
: Programming: contemporary concepts (Computer
Science 214)
COS261C
: Formal logic 2 (Computer Science 261)
MAT211R
: Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises 8 modules, the following 6 of which are
compulsory:
CHE311W/CHE321Y
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 311 and 321)
CHE312X/CHE3223
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 312 and 322)
CHE313Y/CHE3234
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 313 and 323)
CHE3143/CHE3245
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 314 and 324)
PHY302D
: Quantum physics (Physics 302)
PHY303E
: Statistical physics (Physics 303)
plus 2 of the following modules:
PHY307J
: Solid state physics (Physics 307)
PHY308K
: Atomic and nuclear physics (Physics 308)
PHY310D
: Mechanics and the calculus of variations (Physics
310)
Chemistry and Physiology stream (02089
– NCP)
Purpose: this stream will provide the BSc. graduate with the knowledge,
specific skills and a broad theoretical and practical competence to occupy
entry-level positions as professionals for a wide range of vocations such
as medical and related professions, the chemical and food industries,
dietetics, occupational hygiene, sport physiology and biokinetics and
environmental sciences. This program also forms the basis for further
postgraduate studies in Chemistry and Physiology.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 13 of which are
compulsory:
CHE101N
CHE102P
CHE103Q
CHE104R
BLG111H
BLG112J
BLG113K
BLG114L
MAT111N
MAT112P
CEM101A
CSS101H
General chemistry A (Chemistry 101)
General chemistry B (Chemistry 102)
Organic chemistry (Chemistry 103)
Chemistry practical (Chemistry 104)
Basic Biology (Biology 111)
Biology of plants (Biology 112)
Biology of animals (Biology 113)
Practical (Biology 114)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
STS1055
: Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
plus 1 of the following modules:
PLS207B
: Philosophy of science (Philosophy 207)
OPS101G
: Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
26
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
CHE211T/CHE221V
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 211 and 221)
CHE212U/CHE222W
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 212 and 222)
CHE213V/CHE223X
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 213 and 223)
CHE214W/CHE224Y
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 214 and 224)
FIS211K
: Digestion, endocrine control and metabolism
(Physiology 211)
FIS212L
: Respiration and excretion (Physiology 212)
FIS213M
: Physiological defence mechanisms (Physiology 213)
FIS214N
: Practical (Physiology 214)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
CHE311W/CHE321Y
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 311 and 321)
CHE312X/CHE3223
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 312 and 322)
CHE313Y/CHE3234
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 313 and 323)
CHE3143/CHE3245
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 314 and 324)
FIS311N
: Physiology of the nervous system (Physiology 311)
FIS312P
: Cardiovascular system (Physiology 312)
FIS313Q
: Membrane and effector physiology (Physiology 313)
FIS314R
: Practical (Physiology 314)
Chemistry and Zoology stream (02089 – NCZ)
Purpose: this stream will provide the BSc. graduate with the knowledge,
specific skills and a broad theoretical and practical competence in
Chemistry and Zoology to occupy entry-level positions in teaching, as
technicians in pest control firms, in the broad chemical and veterinary
science related fields industries, in the fisheries industry, in forestry and
in environmental and agricultural sectors. Graduates may continue
with studies at a postgraduate level in Chemistry, Zoology or Ecology.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 12 of which are
compulsory:
CHE101N
CHE102P
CHE103Q
CHE104R
ZOL121Q
ZOL122R
ZOL123S
ZOL124T
MAT111N
MAT112P
CEM101A
CSS101H
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
General chemistry A (Chemistry 101)
General chemistry B (Chemistry 102)
Organic chemistry (Chemistry 103)
Chemistry practical (Chemistry 104)
Animal diversity 1 (Zoology 121)
Animal diversity 2 (Zoology 122)
Animal diversity 3 (Zoology 123)
Practical (Zoology 124)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
plus 2 of the following modules:
MAT103N : Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
BOT131W
: Plant structure: cytology, morphology and anatomy
(Botany 131)
BOT132X
: Biodiversity (Botany 132)
BOT133Y
: Plant diversity and environmental botany (Botany
133)
BOT1343
: Practical (Botany 134)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
CHE211T/CHE221V
:
Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 211 and 221)
CHE212U/CHE222W
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 212 and 222)
CHE213V/CHE223X
: Organic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 213 and 223)
CHE214W/CHE224Y
: Analytical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 214 and 224)
ZOL221T
: Comparative animal physiology (Zoology 221)
ZOL222U
: Ethology and Project (Zoology 222)
ZOL223V
: Cytogenetics and embryology (Zoology 223)
ZOL224W : Practical (Zoology 224)
This level comprises the following 8 compulsory modules:
CHE311W/CHE321Y
Inorganic chemistry/Practical
(Chemistry 311 and 321)
CHE312X/CHE3223
: Physical chemistry/Practical
(Chemistry 312 and 322)
CHE313Y/CHE3234
: Organic chemistry/Practical
(Chemistry 313 and 323)
CHE3143/CHE3245
: Analytical chemistry/Practical
(Chemistry 314 and 324)
ZOL321W : Ecology (Zoology 321)
ZOL322X
: Applied zoology 1 (Zoology 322)
ZOL323Y
: Applied zoology 2 (Zoology 323)
ZOL3243
: Practical (Zoology 324)
:
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work
work
work
Physics stream (02089 – NFI)
Purpose: this stream will provide the student with education up to the BSc
degree level in Physics, in particular in physical and mathematical modelling,
and thereby equip students with the necessary theoretical background and
applied competence to be self-employed, work in industry, be teachers or
administrators, or to continue studies at a postgraduate level.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 9 of which are
compulsory:
Modern physics (Physics 104)
Practical work (Physics 103)
Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
Precalculus Mathematics B (Mathematics 111)
Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
General chemistry B (Chemistry 102)
Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
Students who have passed MAT113 need not register for MAT111 and
MAT112 but must register for 2 of the additional modules from the
undermentioned list.
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
plus 2 of the following modules:
PHY1015
: Elementary mechanics (Physics 101)
PHY1026
: Elementary electromagnetism and heat (Physics 102)
or
PHY105A
PHY106B
and any 3 of the
recommended:
OPS101G
STS1055
PLS207B
:
:
:
:
COS112V
:
COS113W
:
APM114V
AST131F
AST134J
:
:
:
General chemistry A (Chemistry 101)
Organic chemistry (Chemistry 103)
Chemistry practical (Chemistry 104)
Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
Mathematical modelling (Applied Mathematics 114)
General introduction to astronomy (Astronomy 131)
Spherical astronomy and Kepler orbits (Astronomy
134)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 modules, the following 6 of which
are compulsory:
THIRD LEVEL
PHY1049
PHY1038
MAT103N
MAT111N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
CHE102P
CSS101H
CHE101N
CHE103Q
CHE104R
COS111U
PHY2019
: Classical mechanics (Physics 201)
PHY202A
: Electricity and magnetism (Physics 202)
PHY206E
: Waves (Physics 206)
MAT215V
: Calculus in higher dimensions (Mathematics 215)
MAT211R
: Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
MAT216W : Differential equations (Mathematics 216)
plus 2 of the following:
PHY204C
: Practical work (Physics 204)
CHE211T/CHE221V
: Inorganic chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 211 and 221)
CHE212U/CHE222W
: Physical chemistry/Practical work
(Chemistry 212 and 222)
COS211X
: Programming: data structures (Computer Science 211)
COS2338
: Numerical methods 1 (Computer Science 233)
AST251N
: The structure and evolution of stars (Astronomy 251)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 modules, the following 7 of which
are compulsory:
PHY302D
PHY307J
PHY308K
APM3123
:
:
:
:
Quantum physics (Physics 302)
Solid state physics (Physics 307)
Atomic and nuclear physics (Physics 308)
Mechanics and the calculus of variations (Applied
Mathematics 312)
PHY303E
: Statistical physics (Physics 303)
MAT305W : Complex analysis (Mathematics 305)
MAT306X
: Ordinary differential equations (Mathematics 306)
and any 1 of the following modules:
PHY306H
: Practical work (Physics 306)
COS332A
: Numerical methods 2 (Computer Science 332)
APM3134
: Special relativity and Riemannian geometry
(Applied Mathematics 313)
Physics and Computer Science stream
(02089 – NFC)
Purpose: this stream aims to provide education up to the BSc degree
in Physics with a strong background in Computer Science, focussing
on the use of computer technology in investigations of physical
phenomena, in particular physical and computer modelling, and
thereby equip students with the necessary theoretical background and
applied competence to be self-employed, to do computer intensive
work at a research centre, in business or industry. It also prepares
students for studies at postgraduate level in science where computers
are extensively used.
The curriculum comprises 30 modules.
: Mechanics (Physics 105)
: Electromagnetism and heat (Physics 106)
following additional modules of which the following are
:
:
:
Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
Philosophy of science (Philosophy 207)
FIRST LEVEL
This level comprises 14 modules, the following 10 of which are
compulsory:
PHY1049
PHY1038
:
:
Modern physics (Physics 104)
Practical work (Physics 103)
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COS111U
:
Introduction to programming 1 (Computer Science
111)
COS112V
: Introduction to programming 2 (Computer Science
112)
COS113W
: Computer systems: fundamental concepts
(Computer Science 113)
MAT112P
: Calculus A (Mathematics 112)
MAT113Q : Calculus B (Mathematics 113)
MAT103N : Linear algebra (Mathematics 103)
CSS101H
: Comprehension skills for science (Comprehension
Skills for Science 101)
CEM101A
: End-user Computing (Information systems 101)
and 2 of the following modules:
PHY1015
: Elementary mechanics (Physics 101)
PHY1026
: Elementary electromagnetism and heat (Physics 102)
or
PHY105A
: Mechanics (Physics 105)
PHY106B
: Electromagnetism and heat (Physics 106)
plus 2 of the following:
OPS101G
: Introduction to the business world (Operations
Research 101)
STS1055
: Basic statistics (Statistics 105)
PLS207B
: Philosophy of science (Philosophy 207)
CHE101N
: General chemistry A (Chemistry 101)
CHE102P
: General chemistry B (Chemistry 102)
APM114V : Mathematical modelling (Applied Mathematics 114)
AST131F
: General introduction to astronomy (Astronomy 131)
SECOND LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 modules, the following 6 of which
are compulsory:
PHY2019
PHY202A
COS211X
:
:
:
Classical mechanics (Physics 201)
Electricity and magnetism (Physics 202)
Programming: data structures (Computer Science
211)
COS2338
: Numerical methods 1 (Computer Science 233)
MAT215V
: Calculus in higher dimensions (Mathematics 215)
MAT211R
: Linear algebra (Mathematics 211)
plus any 2 of the following modules:
COS2144
: Programming: contemporary concepts (Computer
Science 214)
COS2213
: Computer organisation (Computer Science 221)
MAT216W : Differential equations (Mathematics 216)
PHY204C
: Practical work (Physics 204)
PHY206E
: Waves (Physics 206)
THIRD LEVEL
This level comprises the following 8 modules, the following 4 of which
are compulsory:
PHY302D
: Quantum physics (Physics 302)
PHY303E
: Statistical physics (Physics 303)
COS311X
: Advanced programming (Computer Science 311)
COS332A
: Numerical methods 2 (Computer Science 332)
plus any 4 of the following modules:
COS3216
: Operating systems and architecture (Computer
Science 321)
MAT301S
: Linear algebra (Mathematics 301)
MAT305W : Complex analysis (Mathematics 305)
PHY306H
: Practical work (Physics 306)
PHY307J
: Solid state physics (Physics 307)
PHY308K
: Atomic and nuclear physics (Physics 308)
APM3134
: Special relativity and Riemannian geometry
(Applied Mathematics 313)
APM3123
: Mechanics and the calculus of variations (Applied
Mathematics 312)
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C h a p t e r
6
The National Certificate in
Datametrics
(Certificate code: 02402)
6.1
Introduction
The level of training for this certificate is the same as that for the
BSc degree, but is less extensive. This enables the student to obtain
recognition, by means of a qualification, for the acquisition of that
knowledge of datametrics for which he/she has a need. It also enables
the employer to set a limited but specifically directed requirement for
employees already in service.
The National Certificate in Datametrics has a reasonable measure of
flexibility, enabling the student to provide for his/her own particular
needs by compiling his/her own curriculum from a variety of modules
and subjects. Model curricula will be found under 6.5.
6.2
For whom?
The National Certificate in Datametrics is intended inter alia for the
following persons:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
Researchers conducting opinion polls.
Postgraduate students and researchers in economics,
engineering, the natural and the social sciences who have to
process quantitative data.
Decision makers and persons preparing themselves for posts
at middle and top level in administration or Management. A
communication knowledge of the computer is a necessity for
persons in these posts.
Accountants, cost and Management accountants, design
engineers, quantity surveyors, city planners and building
managers who use or could use the computer for technical work
to an increasing extent.
Computer operators and programmers who wish to obtain an
official qualification.
BSc and BCom students who already have modules or courses to
their credit, as well as prospective students in these directions.
Graduates wishing to qualify for admission to studies for the Honours
BSc degree in a particular subject. See the examples under 6.5.
6.3
Rules for the National
Certificate in Datametrics
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
Sc10
(1)
Admission
To be registered as a candidate for this certificate, a student must:
(a)
hold one of the following certificates:
(i)
a matriculation certificate issued by the Joint
Matriculation Board;
(ii)
a senior or school leaving certificate with a
matriculation exemption endorsement signed by
the Secretary of the Joint Matriculation Board;
(iii) a senior certificate with a matriculation or
university admission endorsement issued by the
South African Certification Council;
(iv)
(v)
AND HAVE
(b)
satisfied the following prerequisite in respect of
Mathematics:
(i)
obtained at least 40% (E symbol) in Mathematics
HIGHER GRADE at matriculation level
or
(ii)
obtained at least 50% (D symbol) in Mathematics
STANDARD GRADE at matriculation level
or
(iii) passed Mathematics at matriculation level prior to
the differentiation
or
(iv)
passed an equivalent ** examination in Mathematics
or
(v)
passed the Mathematics access module MAT011K
– see the subject chapter on Mathematics
(c)
Students who have matriculation exemption as specified
in Sc1(1)(a) but who do not satisfy the minimum
requirements for mathematics as stated in Sc1(1)(b):
(i)
A student may register for the Mathematics access
module (MAT011K) and a maximum of four of the
undermentioned modules for non-degree purposes
(NDP). As soon as MAT011 has been passed, the
student may register for the National Certificate
in Datametrics (concluding Rule Sc3(2) and (3)),
and any of the undermentioned modules passed
(excluding MAT011), will be recognised as credits
forwards the certificate. Credit will be given for all
FIVE first-level modules in Mathematics towards
the National Certificate in Datametrics.
AST131F
BLG111H
BLG112J
BLG113K
BLG114L
CHE111Q
CHE112R
COS111U
CSS101H
GGH101Q
GGH102R
CEM101A
INF1059
PYC101Y
PYC1023
(ii)
(d)
a certificate of full or conditional exemption from
the matriculation examination issued by the Joint
Matriculation Board;
or
qualify for an exemption certificate or conditional
exemption certificate issued by the Matriculation
Board of the Commi�ee of University Principals.
General introduction to astronomy
(Astronomy 131)
Basic Biology (Biology 111)
Biology of plants (Biology 112)
Biology of animals (Biology 113)
Practical (Biology 114)
Introductory chemistry A (Chemistry
111)
Introductory chemistry B (Chemistry
112)
Introduction to programming 1
(Computer Science 111)
Comprehension skills for science
(Comprehension Skills for Science 101)
Know your world: introduction to
geography (Geography 101)
World issues: a geographical
perspective (Geography 102)
End-user Computing (Information
systems)
Introduction to Business Information
Systems (Information Systems 105)
Basic psychology (Psychology 101)
Psychology in society (Psychology
102)
Students will be granted credit for not more than
six modules towards the National Certificate
in Datametrics for modules or courses passed
BEFORE the Mathematics admission requirements
to the College have been met.
** A student who has NOT passed Mathematics at matriculation level at the
required level, and has NOT passed either Mathematics on at least ‘O’-level for
the General Certificate of Education (GCE) or NTC V Mathematics (or NTC IV
Mathematics with at least 50%), but has a similar qualification in Mathematics,
must FIRST write to the Registrar or discuss the ma�er in person with the staff
of the Department of Student Admissions and Registrations (Tel. 0861 670 411)
to determine whether it will be acceptable.
Students who do not have matriculation exemption as
stated in Sc1(1)(a) but who hold a senior or school leaving
certificate:
All such students (whether or not they have passed
mathematics at the relevant level) must register for the access
modules in both Mathematics and English. When both these
examinations have been passed, the student may apply for a
Senate discretionary conditional exemption certificate.





(2)
(3)
NB
If you hold a senior or school leaving certificate without a matriculation
exemption, matriculation or university admission endorsement, you
should contact the University in connection with conditional exemption
(eg on grounds of age (+23)).
If you hold a senior or school leaving certificate without a matriculation
exemption, matriculation or university admission endorsement,
and then began studies for an approved THREE- or FOUR-YEAR
DIPLOMA (eg at a Teachers’ College, a Technikon, a University or a
Nursing College that was affiliated to a South African university), you
can normally apply to the University for a certificate of exemption on
completion of the diploma.
A certified copy of the relevant document under Sc10(1)(a) AND evidence
that you have satisfied the Mathematics requirements in Sc10(1)(b)(i)–
(v) or (1)(c) must accompany your FIRST application for registration.
If you do NOT hold one of the certificates under Sc10(1)(a)(i)–(iv),
you must apply to the University for a certificate of exemption or
conditional exemption.
Evidence that you qualify for such exemption must accompany your
FIRST application for registration.
See G13 in Part 1 of the Calendar in connection with applications for
a certificate of exemption, conditional exemption and exemption by
virtue of qualifications obtained in other countries.
A student who has completed a BSc degree or another degree in
Science or Engineering may not select subjects for the National
Certificate in Datametrics which were included in the degree
curriculum without special permission. His/Her application
must be justified in writing. It must be accompanied by a
statement of all the courses he/she has already passed, unless
he/she completed the previous qualification(s) at Unisa.
Students for the National Certificate in Datametrics may not be
registered concurrently for any other qualification at this or at
any other university.
Sc11 Duration of study and number
of study units per year
(1)
(2)
Students may not be registered for more than five academic years
(years of registration) towards the cerficate. It must be completed
within this period of time.
ON FIRST REGISTRATION and on RE-ENROLMENT at this
University the number of study units for which a student may
register is determined by ‘Number of study units per year’ in
Section D3 in Part 1 of the Calendar.
NB
One course is regarded as the equivalent of four modules for the purpose of
this rule.
Sc12
Subjects
The subjects in which modules for the certificate may be selected, are
as follows:
Computer Science/Information
Science (COS and INF)
Mathematics (MAT)
Operations Research (OPS)
Physics (PHY)
Statistics (STA)
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Sc13


(1)
Composition and completion
of the curriculum
NB 1
Students registering for semester modules MUST refer to the
Information Brochure in connection with semester registrations.
See the model curricula under 6.5.
The curriculum comprises TEN MODULES, and must be
composed as follows:
(a)
at least EIGHT modules must be selected from the list of
core modules in 6.4. Note that at least three of these eight
modules must be on second and/or third level (a thirdlevel module is no longer compulsory);
(b)
not more than two non-core modules (or one course on
first level) may be selected.
(c)
(d)
Alternatively, a maximum of one course on first-year
level (the equivalent of two modules) may be selected in
a subject from the curricula of first Bachelor’s degrees of
other Colleges.
If a student is exempted from one or more modules from
a completed B-degree (the maximum is five), the modules
he/she must still pass to complete the certificate must
include at least three on second and/or third level.
In addition to the TEN modules that must be selected for
the diploma curriculum in accordance with Sc13(1)(a)–(c),
a student may register for a maximum of FOUR modules
for non-certificate purposes concurrently with those for
the certificate. Such modules may NOT be exchanged for
other modules or courses.
(A�er the student has satisfied the requirements for the
certificate, a final decision can be made (if necessary) in
consultation with the Department of Student Admissions
and Registrations as to which modules will be recognized
for certificate and for non-certificate purposes.)
NB 2
Courses or modules passed by a graduate for non-degree purposes in accordance
with the exception under General Rule G19 in Part 1 of the Calendar will NOT
be credited towards the BSc degree or the National Certificate in Datametrics
at a later date.
(2)
Modules (or courses) for each year must be selected in such a
way that the examination dates do not clash.
A candidate shall be awarded the certificate with distinction if he/she
obtains an average of at least 75% in three core modules on second (or
third) level.
Modules from which exemption has been granted and those passed
for non-degree purposes (NDP) in accordance with the provisions of
Sc13(1)(d) above are NOT taken into consideration for this purpose
without the approval of Senate.
See Sc6 in connection with the ordinary pass-mark and subminima.
6.4
(i)
(ii)
Exemption
A student may be exempted from a maximum of FIVE modules
by virtue of degree courses or modules already passed towards
a completed BSc degree. Note that modules or courses for
which credit has already been obtained for a completed or
uncompleted degree or university diploma may not be repeated
for the National Certificate in Datametrics.
If the student qualifies for exemption from second-level modules,
the compulsory three modules on 2nd and/or 3rd level for the
National Certificate in Datametrics must be passed at Unisa.
A student may, on grounds of an uncompleted BSc-degree at
Unisa, be granted credit from a maximum of eight core modules
and two non-core modules as required under 6.4, towards a
National Certificate in Datametrics. Subject to Sc11(1), such
credits will be transferred from an uncompleted BSc degree
in order for the student to complete the National Certificate in
Datametrics. On registration for the BSc degree a�er completion
of the National Certificate in Datametrics, exemption will be
granted towards the BSc degree from all courses passed for the
certificate – see 6.6.1.
Core modules for the National
Certificate in Datametrics
NB
See under the relevant subject in Part 2 of the Calendar for the
prerequisites and co-requisites for each module.
A�ention is also drawn to the important general advice under the
relevant subjects.
See the model curricula under 6.5.
Credit for the Certificate will be granted for five MAT modules on first
level.




Note that practical work is required for specific modules in Computer
Science and Information systems (COS/INF).
The list of core modules from which at least EIGHT must be selected for
the National Certificate in Datametrics is as follows:
(A)
FIRST-LEVEL MODULES
COS101S
COS111U
COS112V
COS113W
COS114X
INF1014
CEM101A
INF1048
INF1059
INF1208
(B)
Sc14
Pass with distinction
Sc15
MAT110M OPS101G
MAT111N OPS102H
MAT101L 
MAT102M
MAT103N
MAT112P
MAT113Q
STA121M
STA122N
STA123P
STA124Q
or
STS1113
STS1124
SECOND-LEVEL MODULES
COS201V
COS211X
COS212Y
COS2144
COS2213
COS2269
COS2338
COS261C
MAT216W
OPS201K
OPS202L
OPS205P
STA202M
STA203N
STA204P
STA206R
STA208T
INF206D
or
INF203A
INF207E
or
INF204B
INF205C
(MAT216W is available only if COS332A is included in the
curriculum.)
(C)
THIRD-LEVEL MODULES
COS301Y
COS3114
COS3216
COS332A

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PHY1026
or
PHY106B
No longer offered.
OPS301N
OPS302P
OPS303Q
OPS304R
PHY305G
PHY309L
STA302Q
STA303R
STA305T
STA306U
COS340A
COS351D
COS361F
INF303D
INF304E
INF305F
INF307H
INF308J
INF320E
OPS305S
OPS306T
STA312S
(F)
Model Curricula for the
National Certificate in Datametrics
6.5
Subject to Rules Sc10–Sc15 and the prerequisites and co-requisites for
each module, the student may compile his/her curriculum to suit his/
her own circumstances, interests and needs. A few model curricula for
specific purposes are nevertheless presented below to serve as a guide
for the student.
6.5.1
First year
CEM101A
INF1059
INF1208
COS114X
COMPUTER
SYSTEMS
SCIENCE
AND
INFORMATION
COMPUTER
SCIENCE
INTERACTION)
First year
COS111U
COS112V
COS113W
COS114X
INF1208
CEM101A
(G)
(A)
(H)
(B)
Second year
COS211X
COS2144
COS2213
COS2269
Third year
COS301Y
Second year
COS2144
INF206D
INF207E
Third year
INF303D
INF305F
Your curriculum must be chosen in accordance with Sc13 to give a total
of 10 modules.
(E)
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (HUMAN-COMPUTER
INTERACTION)
The curriculum suggested in this section is aimed at students who wish
to specialise in the design and/or development of interactive systems.

No longer offered.
Third year
INF303D
INF305F
Any 1 of the following:
INF307H, INF308J, INF320E
COMPUTER SCIENCE (SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMMING)
First year
COS101S
COS111U
COS112V
COS113W
MAT103N
MAT111N
MAT112P
CEM101A
Second year
COS211X
COS2144
COS2338
FOUNDATION COMPUTING MODULES
The curriculum suggested in this section is aimed at students who have
li�le knowledge of computers or who have less than 50% (D symbol) in
Mathematics HIGHER GRADE at matriculation level.
The modules to be taken in the following sequence, are:
COMPUTER SCIENCE (SOFTWARE ENGINEERING)
First year
COS111U
COS112V
COS113W
INF1059
CEM101A
Second year
INF206D
INF207E
COS2269
The following curricula may be useful if you plan to use a computer for
scientific and technical computation:
(I)
Second year
COS201V
COS211X
COS2144
Third year
INF320E
COS3114*
One of these modules must be taken for non-certificate purposes, since
credit is granted for only ten modules for the certificate.
COMPUTER SCIENCE (THEORETICAL)
First year
COS101S
COS111U
COS112V
COS113W
COS114X
CEM101A
(D)
Third year
COS351D
COMPUTER SCIENCE (GENERAL)
First year
COS101S
COS111U
COS112V
COS113W
COS114X
CEM101A
(C)
Second year
COS211X
COS2144
COS261C
(HUMAN-COMPUTER
The curriculum suggested in this section is aimed at students who wish
to specialise in Information Systems.
If you wish to obtain a certificate with Computer Science or Information
Systems, you could consider one of the following curricula:
First year
COS101S
COS111U
COS112V
COS113W
COS114X
CEM101A
Second year
COS211X
COS2144
Third year
INF303D
INF305F
INF320E
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GENERAL)
First year
CEM101A
COS114X
INF1059
INF1208
COMPUTER SCIENCE (ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE)
Second year
INF206D
INF207E
COS2269
First year
Second year
INF1059
COS113W
CEM101A
COS114X
COS111U
INF1208
CSS101H (non-core module)
(J)
Third year
COS2269
INF206D
INF207E
GENERAL (FAST TRACK)
It is possible to complete the National Certificate in two years. You
can complete five to seven modules in the first year or study, and
the remaining modules in the second. If you plan to upgrade the
National Certificate to a BSc degree with majors in Computer Science
and Information Systems later on, you may consider the following
curriculum:
First year
CEM101A
INF1059
COS101S
COS111U
*
Second year
any three of the following:
INF206D
INF207E
COS201V
COS211X
Can be replaced by INF206D
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COS112V
COS113W
COS114X
COS2144
COS2213
COS2269
6.5.2 QUALIFYING FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDIES IN
COMPUTER SCIENCE OR INFORMATION SYSTEMS
If you have completed a Bachelor’s degree without Computer Science
or Information Systems as a major subject, you may be admi�ed to
studies for the Honours BSc degree in the subject concerned, provided
you satisfy the further requirement of three third-level modules from
COS or INF (or the equivalent) – see Computer Science and Information
Systems for full details on admission requirements. COS301 is strongly
recommended for all students wishing to continue with postgraduate
studies in Computer Science.
Where applicable, you could obtain credit for the required modules
by completing a National Certificate in Datametrics, provided you can
satisfy the provisions of Sc10(2). One of the following curricula could be
considered for this purpose:
(A)
PREPARING FOR THE HONOURS BSC DEGREE IN
COMPUTER SCIENCE
First year
COS101S
COS111U
COS112V
COS113W
CEM101A
Second year
COS201V
COS211X
COS2144
COS2213 or
COS2338 or
COS261C or
COS2269
Third year
COS301Y
and 2 of the following:
COS3114
COS3216
COS332A
COS351D
INF303D
One or more of these modules must be taken for non-certificate purposes,
since credit is granted for only ten modules for the National Certificate.
Students who wish to include COS233 and/or COS332 should note that
there are certain Mathematics prerequisites for these modules.
(B)
PREPARING FOR THE HONOURS BSC DEGREE IN
INFORMATION SYSTEMS
First year
(CEM101A
INF1059
COS114X
INF1208) or
(CEM101A
COS111U
COS112V
COS113W
INF1208)
Second year
INF206D
INF207E
COS2269
Third year
INF303D
INF305F
and at least 1 of the following:
INF320E or
INF307H
INF308J
1 or more of these modules must be taken for non-certificate purposes,
since credit is granted for only 10 modules for the certificate.
6.5.3 COMMERCE
Students registering for semester modules MUST refer to the
Information Brochure in connection with semester registrations. If
students wish to complete a BCom, BCompt, BBA or BAdmin degree
a�er having completed the National Certificate in Datametrics, they can
obtain various credits for the degree concerned by taking the curriculum
below (see also 6.6).
Accounting I, Economics I, Business Economics I and Industrial
Psychology I comprise two modules. Only ONE of these subjects may
be taken for the certificate.
PREPARING FOR BCOM, BCOMPT OR BADMIN WITH
STATISTICS
First year
STS1113
STS1124
and 2 first-level
modules from 1
of the following
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Second year
STA203N
STA206R
Third year
STA311R
STA312S
and 1 of:
STA305T
STA306U
subjects:
Economics
Accounting
Business Economics
Industrial Psychology
plus 1 other module to be chosen according to Sc13.
6.5.4 OPERATIONS RESEARCH
Students who are more interested in Operations Research can consider
the following curriculum:
First level
Second level
OPS101G
OPS201K
OPS102H
OPS202L
QMS101D (or any 2 OPS205P
of MAT101, 102, 112,
113, 103)
Third level
Any 4 of the following:
OPS301N
OPS302P
OPS303Q
OPS304R
OPS306T
6.5.5 QUALIFYING FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDIES IN
OPERATIONS RESEARCH
Graduates with credit for (or exemption from) first-level modules in
Statistics and Mathematics (eg Industrial Engineers) can consider the
following curriculum. In all cases prospective students should consult
the Head of the Department of Decision Sciences prior to registration.
It is sometimes possible to satisfy the prerequisites for admission to
postgraduate studies in one year:
First year
OPS101G
OPS102H
OPS201K
OPS202L
OPS205P
Second year
Any 5 of the following:
OPS301N
OPS302P
OPS303Q
OPS304R
OPS305S
OPS306T
6.5.6 OPERATIONS RESEARCH FOR PRODUCTION AND
QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Students who are interested in production and quality management
can consider the following curriculum:
First level
Second level
OPS101G
OPS201K
OPS102H
OPS202L
QMS101D (or any 2 STA206R
of MAT101, 102, 112,
113, 103)
STS1113
STS1124
Third level
OPS301N
STA306U
One of these modules must be taken for non-certificate purposes since
credit is granted for only 10 modules for the certificate
6.5.7 OPERATIONS RESEARCH FOR FINANCIAL MODELLING
Students who are interested in financial and risk modelling can consider
the following curriculum:
First level
Second level
OPS101G
OPS201K
OPS102H
OPS202L
STS1113
OPS205P
STS1124
STA202M
QMS101D (or any 2
of MAT101, 102, 112,
113 and 103)
Third level
OPS305S
6.5.8 OPERATIONS RESEARCH FOR SIMULATION
Students who are interested in simulation can consider the following
curriculum:
First level
OPS101G
Second level
OPS201K
Third level
OPS303Q
OPS102H
OPS202L
STS1113
STA202M
STS1124
QMS101D (or any 2
of MAT101, 102, 112,
113 and 103)
COS111U or COS114X
6.6
6.6.1 BSc
A student who has completed the National Certificate in Datametrics
with any of the above curricula, may normally apply for exemption
from all ten modules as part of his/her curriculum for a BSc degree but,
if he/she has already completed a BSc or another degree in Science or
Engineering, he/she is referred to Sc1(2).
6.5.9 STATISTICS
A student interested in the statistical interpretation and processing of
data is advised to compile his/her curriculum within the following
framework:
First year
STA121M
STA122N
STA123P
STA124Q
MAT111N
MAT101L
Second year
STA203N
STA204P
STA206R
STA306U
COS111U
COS112V
6.6.2 BCom, BCompt OR BAdmin
Students who wish to continue with studies towards one of these
degrees a�er completion of the National Certificate in Datametrics,
may normally apply for exemption from one or more of the following,
where applicable:
(a)
(b)
Two of these modules must be taken for non-certificate purposes, since
credit is granted for only 10 modules for the certificate.
(c)
6.5.10 QUALIFYING FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDIES IN
STATISTICS
(d)
A student who has completed a Bachelor’s degree without Statistics as
a major subject, and who wishes to qualify for admission to studies for
the Honours BSc degree in Statistics, is advised to study the structure
of compulsory modules for a major subject combination in Part 2 of
the Calendar: Statistics for the College of Science, Engineering and
Technology.
(e)
(f)
(g)
6.5.11 STATISTICS FOR THE SOCIAL SCIENCES
Social scientists who plan research experiments and analyse the results
can greatly increase their research effectiveness by obtaining a certificate
compiled as follows:
First year
Second year
STA121M
STA124Q
STA122N
STA203N
STA123P
STA204P
Psychology I or
STA206R
Industrial Psychology I
Third year
STA305T
STA306U
6.5.12 ECONOMETRIC STATISTICS
Second year
STA124Q
STA203N
STA204P
Third year
STA312S
STA206R
6.5.13 STATISTICS FOR INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
Students who are interested in quality control and other industrial
applications are advised to complete the following curriculum:
First year
Second year
STA121M
STA202M
STA122N
STA203N
STA123P
STA204P
STA124Q
STA306U
COS111U
COS112V
(or MAT111N and
MAT101L/MAT112P)
(h)
(i)
Students who are interested in Econometric Statistics are advised to
complete the following curriculum:
First year
STA121M
STA122N
STA123P
COS111U
COS112V
Recognition for Degree studies
Information Systems I if (COS113 or INF105 or INF101 (prior to
1997)) and (INF103 or INF120) were included.
Information Systems II if (INF203 or INF206), (INF204 or
INF207), (INF205 or INF202 (prior to 1998)) were included.
Information Systems III if INF303, INF305, INF306 were
included prior to 2002. Herea�er the following five modules will
be required: INF303, INF305, INF306, INF307, and INF308.
Accounting I or Economics I or Business Economics I or
Business Management I in its own right.
Industrial Psychology I if Psychology I or Industrial Psychology
I was included.
Mathematics I if MAT101, 102, 103 and 111 were included.
Quantitative Management (first-level modules):

QMG101 if any three modules in Mathematics (MAT)
were included.

QMG102 if OPS102 was included.

QMS101 if any second-level modules in Mathematics
(MAT) and any module in Computer Science (COS) and
any module in Information Systems (INF) were included.

QMS102 if OPS102 was included.

QMI101 if any module in Statistics (STA) and Mathematics
(MAT) and OPS102 were included.
Quantitative Management (second-level modules):

QMG201 if OPS201 was included.

QMG202 if OPS202 was included.

QMG205 if OPS205 was included.

QMS201 if OPS201 was included.

QMS202 if OPS202 and STA101 and STA202 were included.

QMS205 if OPS205 was included.
Quantitative Management (third-level modules):

QMG301 if OPS301 was included.

QMG302 if OPS302 was included.

QMG303 if OPS303 was included.

QMG304 if OPS304 was included.

QMG305 if OPS305 was included.

QMS301 if OPS301 was included.

QMS302 if OPS302 was included.

QMS303 if OPS303 and STA202 and STA203 and INF205
were included.

QMS304 if OPS304 was included.

QMS305 if OPS305 and STA202 and STA203 were
included.
NOTE: These possible exemptions are not necessarily valid in the
reverse order, especially regarding the first-level modules and the
QMG-modules.
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C h a p t e r
7
APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATIONS FOR A SECOND
BSc DEGREE
Practical work and
practical examinations
Name: ......................................... Student number: .....................................
1.
Particulars of all previous registrations at Unisa and other
universities.
Year
Degree/Diploma
General information
7.1
MODULES FOR
PRESCRIBED
WHICH
PRACTICAL
WORK
Note that in many cases, depending on the subject, the practical
work and the practical examinations must be done in PRETORIA or
POTCHEFSTROOM at specified times. Prospective students must,
therefore, be in a position to make the necessary leave and travel
arrangements. Information about accommodation in Potchefstroom
and the cost thereof will be supplied to the students concerned on
registration (or soon therea�er).
The cancellation of a student’s registration for modules with a practical
component CANNOT be considered on grounds of his/her being unable
to comply with the requirements in respect of the practical work and/or
the practical examinations.
Subject (and subject code)
Astronomy (AST)
Biology (BLG)
Chemistry (CHE)
Geography (GGH)
Geology (GEL)
Operations Research (OPS)
Physiology (FIS)
If completed
state year
IS
Practical work for the subjects listed below is normally prescribed only
for specified modules, and students who register for such modules
are required to do practical work during the year as indicated in the
relevant sections below. See also the prerequisites and co-requisites
under the relevant subject.
Subject (and subject code)
Biochemistry (BCH)
Botany (BOT)
Computer Science/Information
Systems (COS/INF)
Microbiology (MIB)
Physics (PHY)
Zoology (ZOL)
2.
A�ach a complete statement of courses passed or an academic
record. If this is not available, state all the courses passed towards
all your previous qualifications.
3.
Justify your application in full.
4.
Proposed curriculum
A
First-level modules/courses
1
6
11
2
7
12
3
8
13
4
9
14
5
10
B
7.2
University
Exemption from practical
examinations/modules at other
universities or institutions
Exemption from the practical work and examination in a particular
practical module cannot be considered.
Second-level modules/courses
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
10
C
Third-level modules/courses
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
10
5.
Proposed major subjects
1.
2.
Signature: .........................................
Date:..........................................
______________________________________________________________
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY
RECOMMENDATION
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PROPOSED CURRICULUM FOR THE BSc DEGREE
SECTION 3:
Important
1.
2.
3.
Refer to Chapter 3 on how to compile a BSc curriculum.
Refer to Chapter 3 for the major subject combinations.
Refer to the relevant subject chapters with regard to prerequisites
and/or co-requisite.
Name: ..........................................
Student number: ................................
Proposed major subject(s)
1.
............................................
2.
A
Third-level modules/courses
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
10
NB
M and D degrees can also be obtained in African Renaissance Studies. Students
interested in this field should contact the Centre for African Renaissance
Studies (Tel. (012) 320-3180 or 320-3181).
....................................................
C h a p t e r
Second-level modules/courses
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
5
10
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
the general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG2 to PG8 in connection with duration of study,
re-registration, etc.
(Minimum of 8 modules)
C
First-level modules/courses
PSc28
(1)
1
6
11
2
7
12
3
8
13
4
9
14
5
10
(Minimum of 14 modules)
Total of 30 modules
(2)
Signature: .........................................
1
Rules for the Degree
of Honours Bachelor of
Administration
(Minimum of 8 modules)
B
RULES FOR
FORMATIVE AND
PROFESSIONAL
POSTGRADUATE
QUALIFICATIONS
Date:..........................................
Admission
Students must:
(a)
hold the BAdmin degree and have passed the final course
in the subject in which they wish to proceed; or
(b)
be in possession of another degree and have passed at least
six BAdmin courses, including at least the final course in
the subject in which they wish to proceed, Economics I
(or ECS1016 and ECS1028), a course on second-year level*
in one of the following subjects: Development Studies,
Public Administration and Municipal Government
and Administration, and one of the following courses:
Accounting I (or ACN101M and ACN102N), Business
Management I (Business Economics I before 1996) (or
MNB101D and MNB102E), Industrial Psychology I (or
IOP101M and IOP102N) or Statistics I (or STS101X and
STS102Y).
Students with B-degrees older than 10 years may also apply for
admission to Honours and such requests could be handled in
two possible ways:
(a)
students must repeat the major subject in which they wish
to do their Honours
or
(b)
students must apply to the Head of a Department by
submi�ing a CV, providing evidence including references
that they have been employed in the selected subject
direction during the past 10 years (or longer), thus having
kept abreast with developments in the field. These CVs
will then have to be evaluated by the Head of Department
for approval for registration.
PSc29
Subjects
This degree may be conferred in Statistics (Degree code: 04944) in this
college.
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Pass with distinction
PSc30
Candidates shall be awarded the degree with distinction if they obtain
an average of at least 75% for the required modules for the degree.
Curriculum and other
requirements
PSc31
The requirements for the Honours BAdmin degree in Statistics are the
same as those for the Honours BCom degree.
C h a p t e r
(ii)
(iii)
C h a p t e r
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
the general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG2 to PG8 regarding duration of study, reregistration, etc.
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG11 to PG18 regarding duration of study, reregistration, requirements for dissertation, etc.
PSc32
(1)
Curriculum and other
requirements
The approved papers, curricula and, where applicable, the combination
of papers and particular admission and/or language requirements,
appear below.
Statistics
(Degree code: 05061)
CURRICULUM
The curriculum comprises ten fourth-level modules as listed below.
With the approval of the Heads of the Departments concerned, not
more than two of the modules may be replaced by fourth-level modules
or an Honours paper from a subject in which the student has sufficient
background knowledge.
The syllabuses, further particulars on the admission requirements,
choice of modules, etc appear in the Departmental brochure on
postgraduate studies which is obtainable free of charge from the
Registrar on request.
The modules are as follows:
(i)
36
STA401S
STA414X
STA415Y
:
:
:
STA4163
STA4174
STA431Y
STA421W
:
:
:
:
STA4334
STA4356
STA4528
:
:
:
Matrix Methods in Statistics
Statistical Techniques A: Functional methods
Statistical Techniques B: Structural methods (Corequisite: STA401)
Nonparametric regression
Survival analysis
Linear Model A (Co-requisite: STA401)
Multivariate Distribution Theory (Co-requisite:
STA401)
Regression A (Co-requisite: STA431)
Time Series (Co-requisite: STA401)
Sampling Techniques
NB
If module X is a co-requisite for module Y, and students wish to enrol
for module Y but have not yet obtained credit for module X, they shall
take modules X and Y simultaneously.
3
Rules for the Degree
Honours Bachelor of
Commerce
2
Rules for the Degree of
Honours Bachelor of Arts
PSc44
A student who has not as yet passed any modules must register for at
least two modules.
Only in highly exceptional circumstances will a student be allowed to
register for more than six modules in any year of study. Such a student must
obtain the wri�en permission of the Head of the Department beforehand
(2)
(3)
Admission
Students must:
(a)
hold the BCom or BCompt degree or another approved
degree in the Economic and Management Sciences and
have passed the final course in the subject in which they
wish to proceed; or
(b)
be in possession of another degree and have passed at
least five BCom courses, including at least Economics I (or
ECS1016 and ECS1028), Business Management I (Business
Economics I prior to 1996) (or MNB101D and MNB102E)
and Accounting I (or ACN101M and ACN102N) or
Accounting IA (or ACN101M and ACN103P); and have
passed the final course in the subject in which they wish
to proceed; or
(c)
have obtained the Certificate in the Theory of Accountancy
at a recognised university, and have qualified for or be
in possession of the CA(SA) and have passed Economics
I (or ECS1016 and ECS1028), Business Management I
(Business Economics I prior to 1996) (or MNB101D and
MNB102E) and the final course in the subject in which
they wish to proceed.
Students may not take the degree:
(a)
in Auditing, unless they have passed Accounting II; or
(b)
in Accounting, unless they have passed Cost Accounting
or an equivalent course.
Students with B-degrees older than 10 years may also apply for
admission to Honours and such requests could be handled in
two possible ways:
(a)
students must repeat the major subject in which they wish
to do their Honours
or
(b)
students must apply to the Head of a Department by
submi�ing a CV, providing evidence including references
that they have been employed in the selected subject
direction during the past 10 years (or longer), thus having
kept abreast with developments in the field. These CVs
will then have to be evaluated by the Head of Department
for approval for registration.
PSc33
Pass with distinction
Candidates shall be awarded the degree with distinction if they obtain
an average of at least 75% for the required papers for the degree.
Curriculum and other
requirements
PSc34
The approved papers, curricula and, where applicable, the combination
of papers and/or particular admission requirements appear below.
The syllabuses, further particulars on the admission requirements,
choice of modules, etc appear in the Departmental brochure on
postgraduate studies which is obtainable free of charge from the
Registrar on request.
The modules are as follows:
Business Informatics
(Degree code: 05282)
PREREQUISITES
In order to be admi�ed, a student must:
(a)
have passed Informatics III (or an equivalent course) with an
average of at least 60%;
and
(b)
qualify for admission to enrol for the Honours level courses/
modules in the subject(s) chosen from the list of subjects below.
CURRICULUM
(i)
The curriculum consists of ten modules compiled as follows:
INF450P
:
Information Systems Development: Methodologies,
Techniques and Tools
INF417N
: So�ware Engineering
INF431L
: Information security
INF418P
: Database design
Any two courses (the equivalent of four modules, i.e. each course carries the credits
of two modules) at Honours level chosen from the following list of subjects:
Accounting
Accounting (Local Government)
Auditing
Internal Auditing
Business Management
Economics
Industrial Psychology
Quantitative Management
Transport Economics
Logistics
Any two modules chosen from the following:
INF412H
: Project Module
INF462T
: Research for Computing (Information Systems)
or
2 of the following modules
INF420H
: Human-Computer Interaction
INF425N
: So�ware Project Management
INF462T
: Research for Computing
NB
Honours modules in Information Systems assume that students have experience
in programming. If you lack programming experience, we highly recommend
that you register for either COS114X and/or (COS111U and COS112V) for
non-degree purposes.
Access to the Internet is a requirement for students registering for an Honours
degree in Business Informatics. Access to the Internet can be cost-effectively
obtained through Internet Cafes if a student does not have access to the Internet
at work or at home.
Statistics
(Degree code: 04103)
(ii)
(iii)
STA401S
STA414X
STA415Y
:
:
:
STA4163
STA4174
STA431Y
STA421W
:
:
:
:
STA4334
STA4356
STA4528
:
:
:
Matrix Methods in Statistics
Statistical Techniques A: Functional methods
Statistical Techniques B: Structural methods (Corequisite: STA401)
Nonparametric regression
Survival analysis
Linear Model A (Co-requisite: STA401)
Multivariate Distribution Theory (Co-requisite:
STA401)
Regression A (Co-requisite: STA431)
Time Series (Co-requisite: STA401)
Sampling Techniques
NB
If module X is a co-requisite for module Y, and students wish to enrol
for module Y but have not yet obtained credit for module X, they shall
take modules X and Y simultaneously.
A student who has not as yet passed any modules must register for at
least two modules.
Only in highly exceptional circumstances will a student be allowed to
register for more than six modules in any year of study. Such a student must
obtain the wri�en permission of the Head of the Department beforehand.
C h a p t e r
Rules for the Degree of
Honours Bachelor of Science
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG2 to PG8 regarding the number of modules for
which a student must register, duration of study, re-registration, etc.
PSc3
Admission
To be admi�ed, students must hold a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent
qualification and satisfy Senate as to their proficiency in the subject
concerned.
PSc4
(1)
(2)
(3)
Definitions
Study units in the subjects listed in PSc5 below are known as
MODULES except in the case of Geography and Psychology
which are offered in the form of PAPERS.
If Module A is a PREREQUISITE for Module B, students shall have
obtained credit for Module A before they enrol for Module B.
If Module A is a CO-REQUISITE for Module B, and students wish
to enrol for Module B but have not yet obtained credit for Module
A, they must register for Modules A and B concurrently.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum comprises ten fourth-level modules as listed below.
With the approval of the Heads of the Departments concerned, not
more than two of the modules may be replaced by fourth-level modules
or an Honours paper from a subject in which the student has sufficient
background knowledge.
4
PSc5
Subjects
The degree may be conferred in the following subjects:
Applied Mathematics (Degree code: 0457X)
Astronomy (Degree code: 04561)
Chemistry (Degree code: 04472)
Computer Science (Degree code: 04545)
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Environmental Management – See Part 3 of the Calendar
Geography – See Part 3 of the Calendar
Information Systems (Degree code: 04693)
Mathematics(Degree code: 04588)
Operational Research – See Part 4 of the Calendar
Physics (Degree code: 04502)
Statistics (Degree code: 04596)
PSc6
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
NB
Further particulars regarding the admission requirements and curricula appear
in the departmental brochures on postgraduate studies which are available free
of charge on request from the Registrar.
(1)
(2)
Pass, retaining of credit
and pass with distinction
To pass a paper or a module, a candidate shall obtain at least 50%
in it.
To be awarded the degree with distinction, a candidate shall
obtain an average of at least 75% in the minimum number of
prescribed papers or modules on fourth-level.
PSc8
List of modules and
papers
The complete list of approved modules and papers, with the exception
of those for Computer Science and Information Systems, and any
special requirements are indicated below. The approved modules for
Computer Science and Information Systems appear in the departmental
brochure on postgraduate studies.
The codes, comprising seven characters, which appear in the first
column or in brackets a�er the names of papers, must be indicated on
the registration form. Note that the seventh character has been omi�ed
in the other columns of the tables below and in cross-references to
facilitate the reading of these tables.
Applied Mathematics
(Degree code: 0457X)
PREREQUISITES
In order to be admi�ed, a student must have passed either:
(a)
Applied Mathematics III;
or
(b)
four third-level modules in Applied Mathematics;
or
(c)
three third-level modules in Applied Mathematics and two
third-level modules in Mathematics;
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or
the equivalent of (a), (b) or (c) above.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum comprises ten modules on approved topics, particulars
of which appear in the Departmental brochure on postgraduate studies
which is obtainable from the Registrar free of charge on request.
Astronomy
(Degree code: 04561)
Curriculum and
examination
The curricula for the subjects mentioned above appear under
Rule PSc8.
All the papers/modules are not necessarily offered each year and
the Head of the Department must be consulted beforehand.
The theoretical examination in each module with a theoretical
component consists of one two-hour, three-hour or four-hour
paper.
In the College of Science, Engineering and Technology, and
subject to the approval of the heads of the departments concerned,
students may include not more than two Honours papers or four
fourth-level modules from another subject(s) in their Honours
curricula if the departmental heads are of the opinion that the
students have sufficient background knowledge to be able to offer
such papers/modules and it is in the best interest of the students.
PSc7
(d)
PREREQUISITES
In order to be admi�ed, a student must have a BSc degree with a
major in Astronomy, Physics or Applied Mathematics. Students should
consult with the Head of the Astronomy section in the Department of
Mathematical Sciences before registering.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum comprises ten modules on approved topics, particulars
of which appear in the departmental brochure on postgraduate studies
which is obtainable from the Registrar free of charge on request.
Chemistry
(Degree code: 04472)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To be admi�ed, students must:
(a)
have passed CHE311/321 – CHE314/324 or Chemistry III or an
equivalent course with an average of 60% or more within the
past five years; and
(b)
have passed MAT112, MAT113 or an equivalent course.
NB
Students whose average for Chemistry III or equivalent is between 55% and
59% and fulfilled the other admission requirements stipulated above may
be granted provisional admission taking into consideration the experiences
of the candidate in his profession. Such students may be allowed to register
for a maximum of three honours modules in consultation with the Head of
Department of Chemistry. Students may not register for any other honours
modules in the following year unless he/she has passed the three stipulated
honours modules.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum comprises ten fourth-level modules. The nine modules
from List A are compulsory and the remaining one module must be
selected from List B. In the current syllabus the modules are available
as core and elective modules. A student is advised not to register for a
module in List B unless some of the modules in List A have been passed
or are taken concurrently (see Postgraduate Brochure for examples).
LIST A
CHE441A
CHE442B
CHE443C
CHE444D
CHE445E
CHE446F
CHE447G
CHE448H
CHE449J
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Physical Inorganic Chemistry
Advanced Physical Chemistry
Synthetic Organic Chemistry
Instrumental Analysis
Quantum Chemistry
Advanced Organic Spectroscopy
Structural Chemistry
Chemical Analysis
Applied Chemistry
:
:
Chemistry Honours Practical
Chemistry Honours Project
LIST B
CHE4409
CHE450B
(i)
NB
CHE4409 consists of practical work which is designed to include the
four branches of Chemistry, namely Analytical, Inorganic, Organic and
Physical. Approximately two weeks (±80 hours) of practical work are
required for each discipline. A student must have successfully completed
the theory module(s) (as specified in the Postgraduate brochure) before
he/she is permi�ed to complete the experimental portion that applies to
the specific module(s). Alternatively if a student wishes to complete the
practical component in tandem with the theory module(s), then a pass
(≥50%) in the first assignment for the module(s) in question must be
obtained.)
All practical work must be carried out in approved laboratories,
particulars of which must be submi�ed by the student to the Department
of Chemistry. Details about the practical work are obtainable from the
Department of Chemistry on request.
(ii)
Students who have no or inadequate practical facilities at their disposal
may contact the responsible lecturers in the Department in order to
arrange for practical work to be carried out in the Department’s
laboratories in Pretoria.
CHE450B consists of a mini research project conducted under the
supervision of a chemistry staff member. The research project must be carried
out at the university or at an approved external laboratory. The proposal
should be approved by the executive commi�ee and upon completion of the
project, a comprehensive report be submi�ed to the Chemistry Department
for evaluation and credit a�er approval by the supervisor.
TRANSITIONAL ARRANGEMENTS
Students who have passed modules under the old curriculum retain
credits for the modules passed. Each student will be advised on an
individual basis which modules to register for. The current elective
modules, CHE471, CHE472 and CHE473 will be available to students
where appropriate.
Computer Science
(Degree code: 04545)
At Honours level, Computer Science includes topics such as logic and
the theory of computing, analysis of algorithms, formal languages and
programming languages, computer architecture, networks, real-time
programming and aspects of operating systems, artificial intelligence,
numerical methods and graphics. A limited choice of modules from
Information Systems is also allowed. The module on Research for
Computing is compulsory. It is also possible to do a practical or research
project, which carries the weight of one module.
(d)
(e)
have a sound knowledge of data structures (at least on second
level – the equivalent of COS211X);
have a sound working knowledge of databases (at least at third
level – the equivalent of INF303D).
CURRICULUM
The curriculum comprises ten modules:
HONDANE
HONNNSH
HONPR1B
HONPR2C
STA401S
STA414X
STA415Y
STA4163
COS408D
INF418P
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Decision analysis
Neural networks
Project 1
Project 2
Matrix methods in statistics
Statistical techniques A: Functional methods
Statistical techniques B: Structural methods
Nonparametric regression
Data structures and algorithms
Databases: advanced concepts
NB
Only in exceptional cases will a student be allowed to register for more than six
modules in a study year. Such a student must obtain the wri�en permission of
one of the Heads of Departments.
Information Systems
(Degree code: 04693)
The subject Information Systems consists mainly of aspects of so�ware
engineering. Topics such as project management, system specification,
so�ware design, system implementation and testing, data base design
and consideration of the information system environment such as
distributed processing, operating systems and networks are discussed
in the various modules. A limited choice of modules from Computer
Science is also allowed. The module on Research for Computing is
compulsory. It is also possible to do a practical or research project,
which carries the weight of one module.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum consists of at least ten fourth-level modules. The list of
approved modules can be found in the School of Computing brochure
on postgraduate studies in Computer Science and Information Systems
which is available free of charge from the Registrar. The brochure also
contains further details on admission requirements and advice on the
compilation of a curriculum.
Mathematics
(Degree code: 04588)
CURRICULUM
The curriculum consists of at least ten fourth-level modules. The list of
approved modules appears in the School of Computing brochure on
postgraduate studies in Computer Science and Information Systems
which is available free of charge from the Registrar. The brochure also
contains further details on admission requirements and advice on the
compilation of a curriculum.
Data mining
Degree code: (05622)
NB
This degree is multidisciplinary and is presented jointly by the Departments of
Decision Sciences and Statistics and the School of Computing.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In order to be admi�ed, a student must:
(a)
(b)
(c)
have majored in Statistics with an average of at least 60%;
have passed four third level modules in Operations Research
with an average of at least 60%;
be proficient in a scientific programming language;
PREREQUISITES
In order to be admi�ed, a student must have passed Mathematics III or
four third-level modules in Mathematics or three third-level modules in
Mathematics and two third-level modules in Applied Mathematics.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum comprises ten modules on approved topics, particulars
of which appear in the Departmental brochure on postgraduate studies
which is obtainable from the Registrar free of charge on request.
Physics
(Degree code: 04502)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
An average of at least 60% for a full complement of third-year Physics
modules.
(Under exceptional circumstances and at the discretion of the Chairperson
of the Department, candidates not satisfying the above requirement, may
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be provisionally admi�ed for two modules only. If these are passed,
admission to the Honours degree may be considered.)
CURRICULUM
The curriculum comprises ten modules.
(i)
(ii)
NB
In addition to the prerequisites indicated below, access to a computer
which is capable of executing programmes in at least one of the computer
languages Fortran, Basic, C or Pascal is a further requirement for module
PHY419R (Numerical Physics). The computer facilities of the Department
of Physics are available to students who register for this module. Time can
also be reserved on a computer in one of Unisa’s microcomputer laboratories
in Pretoria, Polokwane, Cape Town and Durban.
For module PHY419R, students must a�end a practical course of one
week during September/October in the laboratory of the Department of
Physics in Pretoria, during which they must do a practical examination.
A sub-minimum of 50% must be obtained in the practical examination
as well as in the theoretical examination which is wri�en in January/
February. Both components carry equal weight in the calculation of the
final mark. Credit for only one component (theoretical or practical) can
be retained for a maximum of two successive academic years a�er the
year in which it was passed, on condition that the student passes the
other component within that period.
PHY405K
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PHY406L
PHY407M
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PHY408N
PHY409P
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PHY413K
PHY418Q
PHY419R
PHY420J
PHY421K
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Advanced Mathematical Methods (Prerequisites:
Any four third level PHY-modules (PHY305 and
PHY309 excluded) or Physics III)
Electromagnetism I (Prerequisites: as for PHY405)
Electromagnetism II (Prerequisites: as for PHY405,
Co-requisites: PHY406)
Quantum Mechanics I (Prerequisites: as for PHY405)
Quantum Mechanics II (Prerequisites: as for
PHY405, Co-requisite: PHY408)
Solid State Physics (Prerequisites: as for PHY405)
Statistical Physics (Prerequisites: as for PHY405)
Numerical Physics (Prerequisites: as for PHY405)
Project (Prerequisites: as for PHY405)
Nuclear Physics (Prerequisites: as for PHY405)
Students who have passed PHY412J and/or PHY414L retain credit for
the module(s) passed and must, in consultation with the Head of the
Department, choose the outstanding module(s) from those listed above.
Students who have passed one of (or both) the modules indicated in List
A below under a previous curriculum may not register for the module
opposite to it in List B:
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STA431Y
STA4334
STA4356
STA4528
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CURRICULUM
The curriculum comprises ten fourth-level modules as listed below.
With the approval of the Heads of the Departments concerned, not
more than two of the modules may be replaced by fourth-level modules
or an Honours paper from a subject in which the student has sufficient
background knowledge.
The syllabuses, further particulars on the admission requirements,
choice of modules, etc appear in the Departmental brochure on
postgraduate studies which is obtainable free of charge from the
Registrar on request.
:
:
Matrix Methods in Statistics
Statistical Techniques A: Functional methods
Statistical Techniques B: Structural methods (Corequisite: STA401)
Nonparametric regression
Survival analysis
Multivariate Distribution Theory (Co-requisite:
STA401)
Linear Model A (Co-requisite: STA401)
Regression A (Co-requisite: STA431)
Time Series (Co-requisite: STA401)
Sampling Techniques
NB
Only in highly exceptional circumstances will a student be allowed to register
for more than five modules in any year of study. Such a student must obtain the
wri�en permission of the Head of the Department beforehand.
C h a p t e r
5
Rules for the Degree of
Master of Administration
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
the general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG11 to PG18 regarding duration of study, reregistration, requirements for dissertation, etc.
PSc35
Admission
Subject to the requirements of General Rule PG10(1), a student must
hold the Honours BAdmin degree.
Subjects
The degree may be conferred in Statistics (Degree code: 07145) in this
college.
PSc37
Curriculum
Statistics
(Degree code: 07145)
PHY421K
PHY420J
Statistics
(Degree code: 04596)
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STA4163
STA4174
STA421W
List B
PHY416N
PHY410G
STA401S
STA414X
:
PSc36
TRANSITIONAL ARRANGEMENTS
List A
STA415Y
CURRICULUM
The curriculum consists of a research dissertation on an approved topic
and at most five prerequisite modules specified by the Department.
Thc choice of modules rests with the department and the supervisor in
consultation with the student. Students must pass at least three of these
modules before submi�ing a dissertation topic and research proposal.
Particulars regarding the admission requirements as well as available
modules appear in the brochure on Postgraduate Studies in Statistics.
With the approval of both the Heads of the Departments concerned,
not more than two of the modules may be replaced by postgraduate
modules from another subject if the Heads of Departments are of the
opinion that the knowledge covered in these modules are relevant to
the research topic.
Each module and the dissertation must be passed seperately with at least
50%.
C h a p t e r
6
Rules for the Degree of
Master of Arts
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
the general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG11 to PG18 regarding duration of study, reregistration, requirements for dissertation, etc.
Admission requirements
PSc44
Subject to the provisions of General Rule PG10(1), a student must hold
the degree of Honours Bachelor of Arts.
Subjects
PSc45
The degree may be conferred in Statistics (Degree code: 07471) in this
College.
Curriculum and other
requirements
PSc46
Unless otherwise indicated below, the curriculum comprises a
dissertation on an approved topic. Any special requirements are also
indicated below.
Statistics
(Degree code: 07471)
CURRICULUM
The curriculum consists of a research dissertation on an approved topic
and at most five prerequisite modules specified by the Department.
Thc choice of modules rests with the department and the supervisor in
consultation with the student. Students must pass at least three of these
modules before submi�ing a dissertation topic and research proposal.
Particulars regarding the admission requirements as well as available
modules appear in the brochure on Postgraduate Studies in Statistics.
With the approval of both the Heads of the Departments concerned,
not more than two of the modules may be replaced by postgraduate
modules from another subject if the Heads of Departments are of the
opinion that the knowledge covered in these modules are relevant to
the research topic.
Each module and the dissertation must be passed seperately with at least
50%.
Admission
PSc38
Subject to the provisions of General Rule PG10(1), a student must hold
the Honours BCom degree.
Curriculum
PSc39
Unless otherwise indicated below, the curriculum comprises a
dissertation on an approved topic. Any special requirements are also
indicated below.
Statistics
(Degree code: 06114)
CURRICULUM
The curriculum consists of a research dissertation on an approved topic
and at most five prerequisite modules specified by the Department.
Thc choice of modules rests with the department and the supervisor in
consultation with the student. Students must pass at least three of these
modules before submi�ing a dissertation topic and research proposal.
Particulars regarding the admission requirements as well as available
modules appear in the brochure on Postgraduate Studies in Statistics.
With the approval of both the Heads of the Departments concerned,
not more than two of the modules may be replaced by postgraduate
modules from another subject if the Heads of Departments are of the
opinion that the knowledge covered in these modules are relevant to
the research topic.
Each module and the dissertation must be passed seperately with at
least 50%.
C h a p t e r
8
Rules for the Degree of
Master of Science
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG11 to PG18 regarding duration of study, reregistration, requirements for dissertation, etc.
PSc9
Admission
To be admi�ed, students must hold an Honours Bachelor’s degree or an
equivalent qualification and satisfy Senate as to their proficiency in the
subject concerned.
Any special admission requirements are indicated under PSc14 below.
C h a p t e r
7
Rules for the Degree
Master in Commerce
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG11 to PG18 regarding duration of study, reregistration, requirements for dissertation, etc.
PSc10
Subjects
The degree may be conferred in the following subjects:
Applied Mathematics
Astronomy
Chemical Education
Chemistry
Computer Science
Geography (See Part 3 of the Calendar)
Information Systems
Mathematics
Mathematics Education
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Physics
Statistics
PSc11
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
If two papers and a dissertation of limited scope are offered, the weight of the
papers shall be 40% and that of the dissertation of limited scope 60%. Each
paper and the dissertation of limited scope must be passed separately.
The curriculum must be compiled in consultation with the Head
of the Department. The curriculum requirements are indicated
under PSc14 below.
All the papers/modules are not necessarily offered each year and
the Head of the Department must be consulted beforehand.
Subject to the provisions of General Rule PG11(2), modules/
papers may be wri�en separately or concurrently.
Rule PSc4(2) and (3) shall apply.
The theoretical examination in each module with a theoretical
component consists of one two-hour, three-hour or four-hour paper.
PSc12
Scientific article
A student who must submit a dissertation, a dissertation of limited
scope or a short dissertation for examination must, together with the
examination copies thereof, submit the same number of copies of a
scientific article in the form of either a manuscript or a reprint of an
article which is based on the research.
The article must, where applicable, be wri�en under the guidance of the
student’s supervisor and, if applicable, the joint supervisor. The copies
of the article will be sent to the examiners as additional information.
Students are advised to submit the article to an approved subject journal
for publication if such publication has not already taken place.
PSc13
(1)
(2)
Pass, retaining of credit
and pass with distinction
To pass a paper or a module, a candidate shall obtain at least 50%
in it. The pass-mark for a dissertation or a dissertation of limited
scope is also 50%.
To be awarded the degree with distinction, a candidate shall
obtain an average of at least 75% in the minimum prescribed
requirement(s). The wri�en examination in Chemistry is not
taken into consideration for this purpose.
PSc14
Curriculum requirements
NB
Further particulars regarding the admission requirements and the curricula
appear in the departmental brochures on postgraduate studies which are
available free of charge, on request, from the Registrar.
Applied Mathematics
(Degree code: 06580)
The curriculum comprises either two papers set on approved topics and a
dissertation of limited scope on an approved topic, or a dissertation only.
If two papers and a dissertation of limited scope are offered, the weight
of the papers shall be 40% and that of the dissertation of limited scope
60%. Each paper and the dissertation of limited scope must be passed
separately.
Astronomy
(Degree code: 06572)
The curriculum comprises either two papers set on approved topics and a
dissertation of limited scope on an approved topic, or a dissertation only.
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Chemical Education
(Degree code: 07277)
Composition and
completion of curriculum
NB
No new registrations will be allowed for this subject. Students who are
registered for the MSc degree in Chemical Education will be allowed to
complete the degree.
The curriculum comprises four modules (weight: 60%) and a dissertation
of limited scope on an approved topic (weight: 40%). MCE501B and
MCE502C are compulsory. Two additional modules must be selected
a�er consultation with the Head of the Department. These modules
must be either MCE503D or MCE504E and one of MCE505F, MCE506G
or MCE507H.
The modules are as follows:
MCE501B
MCE502C
MCE503D
MCE504E
MCE505F
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MCE506G
MCE507H
:
:
Research in Education
A topic in Chemistry
Teaching and learning Chemistry at tertiary level
Subject Didactics Physical Science
Computer based instruction in Chemical
Education
Practical work in Chemistry at tertiary level
Research information skills
MCE501B and MCE504E are offered by the School of Education,
MCE507H by the Departments of Library Services and Information
Science in conjunction with the Department of Chemistry, and the
remaining modules by the Department of Chemistry.
The examination in MCE504E is conducted during October/November,
while the examinations in the other modules, where applicable, are
conducted during January/February.
The examination in each of MCE501B and MCE504E comprises one
two-hour paper. The examination in each of MCE502C, MCE503D
and MCE506G comprises one three-hour paper. MCE505F comprises
a project on which a report must be submi�ed for examination
purposes. MCE507H comprises a project which includes a�endance
of a compulsory practical information skill training session of at least
5 days during September in Pretoria. A report on the project must be
submi�ed for examination purposes.
Chemistry
(Degree code: 06491)
Students must pass two examinations (≥ 50%) before they are allowed to
submit a dissertation. These examinations may be wri�en examinations
or seminars on topics selected in consultation with the department. The
wri�en examinations are wri�en in the Department of Chemistry and
may be arranged at any time during the period of studies. The seminars
should be given at the department and students should contact the Head
of Department in order to arrange for the seminar(s) to be presented.
An examination panel will assess the seminar.
Computer Science
(Degree code: 06556)
The curriculum consists of a research dissertation on an approved topic
and five prerequisite modules specified by the School of Computing.
This course work is required to provide the student with the subject
fundamentals and background material necessary for doing the research
dissertation. In exceptional cases the requirement of completing some
or all of the modules may be waived. The student will only be allowed
to submit the dissertation for examination once the modules have been
completed to the satisfaction of the study leader.
The modules must be chosen in consultation with the Graduate
Commi�ee of the School of Computing and the student’s supervisor. At
least two of the five modules must be examination modules, while other
assessment methods may be considered for the other three modules in
consultation with the student’s supervisor. Particulars regarding the
available modules appear in the brochure on Postgraduate Studies in
the School of Computing which is obtainable free of charge on request
from the Registrar. The brochure also contains details on admission
requirements and advice on the compilation of a curriculum.
Information Systems
(Degree code: 06955)
The curriculum consists of a research dissertation on an approved topic
and five prerequisite modules specified by the School of Computing.
This course work is required to provide the student with the subject
fundamentals and background material necessary for doing the research
dissertation. In exceptional cases the requirement of completing some
or all of the modules may be waived. The student will only be allowed
to submit the dissertation for examination once the modules have been
completed to the satisfaction of the study leader.
The modules must be chosen in consultation with the Graduate
Commi�ee of the School of Computing and the student’s supervisor. At
least two of the five modules must be examination modules, while other
assessment methods may be considered for the other three modules in
consultation with the student’s supervisor. Particulars regarding the
available modules appear in the brochure on Postgraduate Studies in
the School of Computing which is obtainable free of charge on request
from the Registrar. The brochure also contains details on admission
requirements and advice on the compilation of a curriculum.
Mathematics
(Degree code: 06599)
The curriculum comprises either two papers set on approved topics and a
dissertation of limited scope on an approved topic, or a dissertation only.
If two papers and a dissertation of limited scope are offered, the weight of the
papers shall be 40% and that of the dissertation of limited scope 60%. Each
paper and the dissertation of limited scope must be passed separately.
Mathematics Education
(Degree code: 06505)
NB
No new registrations will be allowed for this subject. Students who are
registered for the MSc degree in Mathematics Education will be allowed to
complete the degree.
The curriculum comprises two papers or four modules on approved
topics (weight: 40%) and a dissertation of limited scope on an approved
topic (weight: 60%). Each paper or module and the dissertation of
limited scope must be passed separately.
Additional papers/modules may, with the approval of Senate, be
prescribed for students who do not comply with the additional
requirement under (b) above or whose background knowledge reveals
deficiencies. Such papers/modules, which are taken for non-degree
purposes, must be passed before the dissertation of limited scope may
be submi�ed for examination.
Physics
(Degree code: 06513)
The curriculum comprises two of the fi�h-level modules mentioned
below, chosen in consultation with the supervisor, and a dissertation of
limited scope. The weight of the two modules shall be 20% and that of
the dissertation of limited scope 80%.
PHY501J
:
PHY502K
:
PHY505N
PHY514P
PHY515Q
:
:
:
Advanced Solid State Physics I (Prerequisites:
PHY408, PHY409, PHY413)
Advanced Solid State Physics II (Prerequisites:
PHY408, PHY409, PHY413)
Sca�ering Theory (Prerequisites: PHY408, PHY409)
Applied Solid State Physics I (Prerequisites: PHY413)
Applied Solid State Physics II (Prerequisites: PHY413)
PHY516R
:
Nuclear Reactions (a student who has passed
PHY417P may not register for PHY516R)
(Prerequisites: PHY421)
Statistics
(Degree code: 06602)
The curriculum consists of a research dissertation on an approved topic
and at most five prerequisite modules specified by the Department.
Thc choice of modules rests with the department and the supervisor in
consultation with the student. Students must pass at least three of these
modules before submi�ing a dissertation topic and research proposal.
Particulars regarding the admission requirements as well as available
modules appear in the brochure on Postgraduate Studies in Statistics.
With the approval of both the Heads of the Departments concerned,
not more than two of the modules may be replaced by postgraduate
modules from another subject if the Heads of Departments are of the
opinion that the knowledge covered in these modules are relevant to
the research topic.
Each module and the dissertation must be passed seperately with at least
50%.
C h a p t e r
9
Rules for the Degree
of Master of Science in
Mathematics, Science and
Technology Education
(Degree code: 07870)
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG11 to PG18 regarding duration of study, reregistration, requirements for dissertation, etc.
PSc15
Admission
To be admi�ed, students must hold an (Honours) BSc degree or equivalent.
‘Equivalence’ will be determined by an Admissions Commi�ee.
PSc16
Subjects
The degree may be conferred in the following subjects:
Astronomy Education (Specialisation code: AST)
Chemistry Education (Specialisation code: CHE)
Computing Education (Specialisation code: COM)
Life Sciences Education (Specialisation code: LIF)
Mathematics Education (Specialisation code: MAT)
Physics Education (Specialisation code: PHY)
Science Education (Specialisation code: SCI)
Statistics Education (Specialisation code: STA)
Technology Education (Specialisation code: TEC)
PSc17
Curriculum
The curriculum consists of a research dissertation on an approved topic
and four compulsory modules. The modules are designed to enable
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students to acquire the necessary background knowledge to produce a
research dissertation. The compulsory modules are:
MSTCONS
:
MSTTHER
:
MSTPRE3
:
MSTHIS4
:
Contributions from Cognitive Science to Teaching
and Learning (12 credits)
Contemporary Theories of Learning and
Implications for Teaching (12 credits)
Research Methods in Mathematics, Science and
Technology Education (24 credits)
History and Philosophy of Science
A presentation must be submi�ed, accepted and presented at a national
or international conference related to MST Education or an article must
be submi�ed to a recognized journal.
C h a p t e r
10
Rules for the Degree of
Doctor of Administration
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
the general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG19 to PG23 regarding admission, duration of
study, re-registration, requirements for thesis, etc.
Subjects
PSc40
The degree may be conferred in Statistics (Degree code: 09016) in this
college.
PSc41
Curriculum
The curriculum comprises a thesis on an approved topic.
C h a p t e r
11
Rules for the Degree of
Doctor of Commerce
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
the general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG19 to PG23 regarding admission, duration of
study, re-registration, requirements for thesis, etc.
PSc42
Subjects
The degree may be conferred in Statistics (Degree code: 08117) in this
college.
PSc43
Curriculum
The curriculum comprises a thesis on an approved topic.
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C h a p t e r
12
Rules for the Degree of
Doctor of Philosophy
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG20 to PG23 regarding duration of study, reregistration, requirements for thesis, etc.
PSc20
Admission
To be admi�ed, students must hold a Master’s degree or an equivalent
qualification and have satisfied Senate as to their proficiency in the
subject concerned.
Any special admission requirements are indicated under PSc22 below.
NB
Further particulars on the admission requirements appear in the departmental
brochures on postgraduate studies which are available free of charge, on request,
from the Registrar.
Subjects
PSc21
The degree may be conferred in the following subjects:
Applied Mathematics (Degree code: 08567)
Astronomy (Degree code: 08559)
Chemistry (Degree code: 08478)
Computer Science (Degree code: 08532)
Consulting Psychology (Degree code: 0927X)
Geography (See Part 3 of the Calendar)
Information Systems (Degree code: 09849)
Mathematics (Degree code: 08575)
Mathematics Education (Degree code: 08508)
Physics (Degree code: 08494)
Statistics (Degree code: 08583)
PSc22
Curriculum
Unless otherwise indicated below, the curriculum comprises a thesis on
an approved topic. Any special requirements are also indicated below.
Chemistry
(Degree code: 08478)
Students must pass two examinations (≥ 50%) before they are allowed
to submit a thesis. These examinations may be wri�en examinations or
seminars on topics selected in consultation with the department. The
wri�en examinations are wri�en in the Department of Chemistry and
may be arranged at any time during the period of studies. The seminars
should be given at the department and students should contact the Head
of Department in order to arrange for the seminar(s) to be presented.
An examination panel will assess the seminar.
Mathematics Education
(Degree code: 08508)
NB
No new registrations will be accepted for this subject. Students who are
registered for the PhD in Mathematics Education will be allowed to complete
the degree.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In order to be admi�ed, a student must:
(a)
have obtained an MSc degree in Mathematics Education or
Mathematics or an equivalent qualification; and
(b)
furthermore one of the following qualifications is preferable
but not compulsory: an approved postgraduate Diploma in
Education, or an Honours BEd degree, or a four year composite
Degree in Education with Mathematics as a major subject.
Mathematics Education (Specialisation code: MAT)
Physics Education (Specialisation code: PHY)
Science Education (Specialisation code: SCI)
Statistics Education (Specialisation code: STA)
Technology Education (Specialisation code: TEC)
PSc26
The curriculum comprises a thesis on an approved topic.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum comprises a thesis on an approved topic.
Certain papers/modules may, with the approval of Senate, be prescribed
for students who do not comply with the additional requirement under
(b) above or whose background knowledge reveals deficiencies. Such
papers/modules, which are taken for non-degree purposes, must be
passed before the thesis may be submi�ed for examination.
PSc23
Curriculum
Scientific article
PSc27
Other requirements
Students should present at least one paper at a national or international
conference. A wri�en version of the paper should also be produced in a
form suitable for publication in conference proceedings.
An article, based on the research, should be submi�ed to an international
journal in the field for publication.
When students submit the thesis for examination, they must, together
with the examination copies thereof, submit the same number of copies
of a scientific article in the form of either a manuscript or a reprint of an
article which is based on the research.
The article must, where applicable, be wri�en under the guidance of the
student’s promoter and, if applicable, the joint promoter. The copies of
the article will be sent to the examiners as additional information.
Students are advised to submit the article to an approved subject journal
for publication if such publication has not already taken place.
C h a p t e r
13
Rules for the Degree of
Doctor of Philosophy in
Mathematics, Science and
Technology Education
These rules should be read in conjunction with the general rules and
general information in Part 1 of the Calendar.
See General Rules PG20 to PG23 regarding duration of study, reregistration, requirements for thesis, etc.
PSc24
Admission
To be admi�ed, a student must hold an MSc degree or equivalent.
“Equivalence” will be determined by an Admissions Commi�ee
comprising of the Executive Dean of the College of Science, Engineering
and Technology, Professor of Science Education and the relevant
Head(s) of Department.
PSc25
Subjects
The degree may be conferred in the following subjects:
Astronomy Education (Specialisation code: AST)
Chemistry Education (Specialisation code: CHE)
Computing Education (Specialisation code: COM)
Life Sciences Education (Specialisation code: LIF)
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SECTION 4:
RULES FOR
VOCATIONALLY
ORIENTED
QUALIFICATIONS
2
Be sure that you use legal and not pirate (copied) so�ware. Valid
licensing and activation codes for your so�ware is your responsibility.
NB
As from 2006 there will only be ONE registration period in the College of
Science, Engineering and Technology, that is December to February.
C h a p t e r
1
School of Computing
Important information
1
Prerequisite hardware and
software
Computer facilities are prerequisites for students enrolling for any
of the following: National Diploma: Information Technology, BTech:
Information Technology and MTech : Information Technology. Students
must have access to computer facilities or have their own computer
with the specific so�ware they will require.
Use the following as a guideline to ensure that you have the minimum
computer configuration (or higher).
NB
Please note that less than the mentioned minimum configuration will not be
sufficient.









An IBMTM compatible machine using a Windows 2000/NT/XP
operating system.
20 GB hard disk drive
128 MB RAM
Colour SVGA screen with 4MB controller
A mouse
Stiffy drive
CD-ROM drive (54 speed)/DVD drive
Printer (DeskJet or Laser Printer)
Access to the Internet and e-mail *
You are requested to consult the electronic Subject Description
Information List h�p://www.unisa.ac.za/itweb regarding subject
specific requirements.
Students are expected to do practical work on a computer and to submit
computer printouts as part of assignments for some of the prescribed
subjects. Printer facilities are therefore also necessary.
*Access to the Internet is required in most of the Information Technology
subjects.


For first year subjects occasional access to e-mail is compulsory
(i.e. Internet café) and access to the Internet will be an advantage.
For second, third and higher level subjects, access to e-mail and
Internet is compulsory.
Please note that UNISA has no duty to supply, in any manner
whatsoever, the minimum required computer facilities and that no
action by UNISA or its employees can be so construed to create such
a duty for UNISA.
UNISA has Learner Support Centres available in SOME regions. You
may phone the Unisa Contact Centre on 0861 670 411 to find out if there
is such a centre in your area.
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Important note regarding
licensed software
3
Students with no previous
computer and programming
experience
Students with no computer experience are advised not to register for
Development So�ware I: Programming Concepts and Development
So�ware I: Program Implementation during the same registration cycle.
Although DEV1M1IE is not a prerequisite for DEV1M2IE, it is advised
that DEV1M1IE be completed before DEV1M2IE. Refer to the General
Rules and Information, Part 1, on how to register for subjects.
Students experiencing problems with programming subjects are
advised not to enrol for more than two programming subjects during
the same registration cycle.
4
Suggested number of subjects to
enrol for
If you are a full-time student, you can enrol for four subjects per year.
If you are a part-time student we advise that you do not enrol for more
than three subjects per year. These are guidelines and not regulations.
You can take more or fewer subjects depending what your situation is.
You can structure your qualification over three, four or five years.
You may use the following as a guideline to decide over how many
years to complete your Diploma:
YOUR SITUATION
YEARS
You are a full-time student or you are experienced in IT and
have received credits/exemptions for some of the subjects
3
You are a part-time student with some exposure in IT
4
You are a part-time student with no knowledge of computers
5
5
Maximum duration of
registration for a qualification
Information Technology is a rapidly changing industry hence new
courses are frequently phased in while older ones are phased out.
If you take more than five years to complete your diploma or degree,
UNISA reserves the right to demand that certain subjects be repeated
before the diploma/degree will be awarded.
Instructional programmes
Students registered prior to 2001
If you registered at Unisa for an IT qualification before 2001, you
should know by now that from 2001, the School of Computing has been
offering a new National Diploma in Information Technology (course
code NDINF) with the option to specialize in a specific area.
As we are offering a new Diploma while phasing out the old
instructional programmes, you must ensure that you select and register
for the correct instructional programme / subjects.
Most of the new subjects that form a part of these specialisation areas
were available as from 2002.
In 2001, you had to decide whether you wanted to convert from the
old Certificate (NSINTE), Higher Certificate (HSINTE) or Diploma
(NDINTE) to the new Diploma (NDINF). If you haven’t made that
decision yet, or if you want to revise your decision, you should take
note of the following important information. Each student’s academic
record will be evaluated for determining credits
Module 2:
Networking
Concepts
4.
PHASING OUT OF SPECIALISATION AREAS
The two specialisation areas, Web and Applications Development, and
Technical Applications, will be phasing out as of 2007. No new first year
students will be allowed to register for these specialisation areas in 2007.
Modules specific to these specialisation areas will be offered for the last
time in 2009. Students who registered for one of these specialisation
areas before 2007, have the following options:


Continue with the specialisation area. Take note that you have
to complete all the modules specific to the specialisation area by
2009.
Convert to one of the other two specialisation areas, namely
So�ware Development or Business Applications. It is advisable
to convert as soon as possible, since a delay may incur a loss of
credits.
1. National Diploma: Information
Technology
(Programme code: NDINF)
CURRICULUM
SUBJECT
CODE
2.
INY1M1I
Module 2: Word
Processing and
Spreadsheets
INY1M2I
Module 3: PC
Databases
INY1M3I
Development
So�ware I:
3.
Module 2:
Program
Implementation
DEV1M2I
ITV151I
A�er completion of the first year subjects, you have to select a
specialisation area for the 2nd and 3rd years of study.
All students that register for the Diploma are registered for the course
code: NDINF. At the time of issuing the Diploma, the specialisation area
will be indicated on the Diploma.
SPECIALISATION AREAS
CAREER PATHS
Business Applications
Business Analyst
Financial System Analysts
So�ware Development
Programmer
So�ware Analyst
Web and Applications
Development
Web Master
Internet Systems Administrator
Technical Applications
So�ware Developer
Technical Programmer
BUSINESS APPLICATIONS (Specialisation code: BUA)
SUBJECT
CODE
PREREQUISITE/NOTE
Students familiar with
the use of computers
are advised to register
for the Development
So�ware I modules
concurrently.
Students with no
computer experience
are advised not
to register for the
Development So�ware
I modules during the
same registration cycle.
5.
Business Analysis II
6.
Information
Systems II:
BUA201I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
Note: The module: INY2M2S
must either be completed
prior to or concurrently with
the module: INY2M1S.
Structured Systems
Analysis and
Design
INY2M1S
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
Object-Oriented
Systems Analysis
and Design
INY2M2S
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
7.
Development
So�ware II
DEV201I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
8.
Accounting Skills I
ASK131U
Third year
Systems So�ware I:
Module 1:
Hardware
Concepts
Module 2:
Entrepreneurship
and Legal Issues
when Starting
your own Business
Second year
(Exit level: National Higher Certificate)

DEV1M1I
LLS101E
CURRICULUM

Module 1:
Programming
Concepts
Module 1:
Language and
Life Skills
Specialisation areas
Information
Systems I:
Module 1: Theory
Information
Technology Skills I:
PREREQUISITE/NOTE
First year
(Exit level: National Certificate)
1.
SSO1M2S
Students with NO prior
knowledge of computers are
advised to complete SSO1M1S
before registering for SSO1M2S.
SSO1M1S
9.
Business Analysis
III
10.
Information
Systems III:
Databases
BUA301I
Prerequisites: Business
Analysis II, Information
Systems II and Development
So�ware II
Note: The module: INY3M2I
must either be completed
prior to or concurrently with
the module: DEV3M2I.
INY3M1I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems II and Development
So�ware II
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CURRICULUM
Project
Management
11.
12.
SUBJECT
CODE
INY3M2I
PREREQUISITE/NOTE
WEB
AND
APPLICATIONS
DEVELOPMENT
(Specialisation code: WEB) (Phasing out)
Prerequisites: Information
Systems II and Development
So�ware II
CURRICULUM
Advanced Topics
DEV3M1I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware II and Information
Systems II
Project
DEV3M2I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware II and Information
Systems II
Commercial
Programming I
CPM101I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware I and Information
Systems I
5.
6.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT (Specialisation code: SOD)
SUBJECT
CODE
Note: The module: INY2M2S
must either be completed prior
to or concurrently with the
module: INY2M1S.
Information Systems
II:
Structured Systems
Analysis and Design
INY2M1S
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
Object-Oriented
Systems Analysis
and Design
INY2M2S
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
6.
Development
So�ware II
DEV201I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
7.
Technical
Programming I
(Java)
TEP101I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware I and Information
Systems I
8.
Graphical User
Interface Design I
GUI101I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
10.
Information Systems
III:
INT2M1I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
Java
INT2M2I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
Information Systems
II:
Note: The module: INY2M2S
must either be completed
prior to or concurrently with
the module: INY2M1S
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
Object-Oriented
Systems Analysis
and Design
INY2M2S
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
7.
Web Management II
WEB201I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware I and Information
Systems I
8.
Graphical User
Interface Design I
GUI101I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
Project
IPG3M1I
Prerequisites: Internet
Programming II, Web
Management II and
Information Systems II
Advanced Topics
IPG3M2I
Prerequisites: Internet
Programming II, Web
Management II and
Information Systems II
Third year
9.
10.
Internet
Programming III:
Web Management
III:
Note: The module:
WEB3M2I must either
be completed prior to or
concurrently with the
module: IPG3M1I
Note: The module: INY3M2I
must either be completed prior
to or concurrently with the
module: DEV3M2I.
Advanced Topics
WEB3M1I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems II and Internet
Programming II
Project Management
WEB3M2I
Prerequisites: Web
Management II, Information
Systems II and Internet
Programming II
11.
Commercial
Programming I
CPM101I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware I and Information
Systems I
12.
Systems So�ware II
SSS241F
Prerequisite: Systems
So�ware I
Databases
INY3M1I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems II and Development
So�ware II
Project Management
INY3M2I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems II and Development
So�ware II
Development
So�ware III:
Advanced Topics
DEV3M1I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware II and Information
Systems II
Project
DEV3M2I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware II and Information
Systems II
11.
Technical
Programming II
TEP201I
Prerequisite: Technical
Programming I
12.
Commercial
Programming I
CPM101I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware I and Information
Systems I
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Internet
Fundamentals
INY2M1S
Third year
9.
Internet
Programming II:
Structured Systems
Analysis and Design
PREREQUISITE/NOTE
Second year
(Exit level: National Higher Certificate)
5.
PREREQUISITE/NOTE
Second year
(Exit level: National Higher Certificate)
Development
So�ware III:
CURRICULUM
SUBJECT
CODE
TECHNICAL APPLICATIONS (Specialisation code: TEA)
(Phasing out)
CURRICULUM
SUBJECT
CODE
PREREQUISITE/NOTE
Second year
(Exit level: National Higher Certificate)
5.
Technical
Programming I
(Java)
TEP101I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware I and Information
Systems I
CURRICULUM
6.
SUBJECT
CODE
Information Systems
II:
PREREQUISITE/NOTE
Note: The module:
INY2M2S must either
be completed prior to or
concurrently with the
module: INY2M1S



A copy of each of your previously obtained degrees/diplomas. If
you are unsure whether your qualifications will be sufficient for
admission to the BTech degree, also include copies of certificates
for all training courses/seminars/workshops related to the IT
discipline that you a�ended.
An academic record for each qualification obtained.
Concise curriculum vitae. Please supply sufficient details of
current and previous employment. (Note that this is only
required if you did not obtain a National Diploma: Information
Technology at a Technikon within the past five years.)
The completed application form at the end of this chapter.
Structured Systems
Analysis and Design
INY2M1S
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
Object-Oriented
Systems Analysis
and Design
INY2M2S
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
7.
Graphical User
Interface Design I
GUI101I
Prerequisites: Information
Systems I and Development
So�ware I
8.
Systems So�ware II
SSS241F
Prerequisite: Systems
So�ware I
9.
Commercial
Programming I
CPM101I
Prerequisites: Development
So�ware I and Information
Systems I
UNISA will not necessarily admit all students for the degree programme
and may require the student to complete more subjects if the student’s
previous qualifications and/or results are considered inadequate for the
BTech degree programme.
TEP201I
Prerequisite: Technical
Programming I
TPG3M1I
Prerequisites: Systems
So�ware II, Technical
Programming II and
Information Systems II
In order to speed up the registration process, please download the
application form from h�p://www.unisa.ac.za/itweb and forward via email before a�empting to register and before the start of the registration
cycle. Details available on the website. We will evaluate your application
and provide you with feedback via e-mail.
Third year
10.
Technical
Programming II
11.
Technical
Programming III:
Project
Advanced Topics
12.
TPG3M2I
Systems So�ware III:
Advanced Topics
Note: The module: SSS3M2I
must either be completed
prior to or concurrently with
the module: TPG3M1I
SSS3M1I
Project Management
Prerequisites: Systems
So�ware II, Technical
Programming II and
Information Systems II
SSS3M2I
Prerequisites: Systems
So�ware II, Technical
Programming II and
Information Systems II
Prerequisites: Systems
So�ware II, Technical
Programming II and
Information Systems II
2. BTech: Information Technology
(phasing out)
(Programme code: BTINE)
2.1





Admission requirements
A National Diploma: Information Technology or equivalent
qualification with Information Systems III and Development
So�ware III or an applicable university degree.
An overall average of 60% for the major subjects (Information
Systems and Development So�ware) or equivalent subjects at
the third-year level.
Employment in an IT-related capacity.
Access to the Internet.
Applications that do not fall within these parameters will be
considered on merit.
2.2
How to enrol
Students who want to enrol for the BTech must apply to the School of
Computing for admission.
The following documents must be included with your application:

NB 1
If you have already obtained approval to register for the BTech on a previous occasion,
please hand in a certified copy of your National Diploma as well as a certified copy the
approval form. This will accelerate the registration process considerably.


NB 2
Study material for IT subjects forming a part of the BTech is only
available on the Internet. This means that you must obtain all material
via UNISA’s virtual campus (h�p://unisa.ac.za). This is not applicable
to the subject: Research Methodology and approved non-IT subjects.
As from 2003 UNISA offers a BTech degree for only one specialisation
area: So�ware Development.
This section pertains to students who have already completed some
courses or who do not wish to convert to the new qualification.
Students registered for the first time in 2005 may not register for
this qualification, please see the next section.
The BTech: Information Technology will be awarded to a student who
has passed NINE subjects of the prescribed curriculum. The minimum
recommended duration for the degree is two years.
COMPULSORY SUBJECTS:
PREREQUISITE/
NOTE
CURRICULUM
SUBJECT
CODE
Functional
Management
FMN101I
Research
Methodology
RME101Q
Project IV:
Note that the subject: Project IV consists of two
modules. You must pass both modules in order to
obtain credit for the subject. Do NOT register for these
modules in your first year of studying for the BTech
(Refer to the syllabus)
Practical Project
PRJ4M1I
Prerequisite:
Research
Methodology
×
×
×
Research Script
PRJ4M2I
Prerequisite:
Research
Methodology
×
×
×
Students are
advised to register
for Research
Methodology
in their 1st year
of study as
this subject is
a prerequisite
for the subject:
Project IV.
YEAR
2004
2005
2006
×
×
×
×
×
×
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CHOOSE AT LEAST FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING SUBJECTS:
CURRICULUM
SUBJECT
CODE
YEAR
2004
2005
2006
Development
So�ware IV
DSO401I
×
×
×
So�ware
Engineering IV
SWE401I
×
×
×
Operating
Systems IV
OPS401I
×
×
×
Networks IV
NTW401I
Database
Systems IV
DBS401I
×
×
×
×
×
×
PREREQUISITE/
NOTE
CHOOSE THE REST OF YOUR SUBJECTS FROM THE
TABLE BELOW:
CURRICULUM
SUBJECT
CODE
YEAR
PREREQUISITE/
NOTE
2004
2005
2006
Development
So�ware IV
DSO401I
×
×
×
So�ware
Engineering IV
SWE401I
×
×
×
Operating
Systems IV
OPS401I
×
×
×
Networks IV
NTW401I
×
×
×
Database
Systems IV
DBS401I
×
×
×
Computer
Security IV
CPS401I
×
×
×
3. BTech: Information Technology
(Programme code: BTINF)
3.1





Admission requirements:
A National Diploma: Information Technology or equivalent
qualification with Information Systems III and Development
So�ware III or an applicable university degree.
An overall average of 60% for the major subjects (Information
Systems and Development So�ware) or equivalent subjects at
the third-year level.
Employment in an IT-related capacity.
Access to the Internet.
Applications that do not fall within these parameters will be
considered on merit.
3.2
How to enrol:
Students who want to enrol for the BTech must apply to the School of
Computing for admission.
The following documents must be included with your application:

A copy of each of your previously obtained degrees/diplomas. If
you are unsure whether your qualifications will be sufficient for
admission to the BTech degree, also include copies of certificates
for all training courses/seminars/workshops related to the IT
discipline that you a�ended.

An academic record for each qualification obtained.

Concise curriculum vitae. Please supply sufficient details of
current and previous employment. (Note that this is only
required if you did not obtain a National Diploma: Information
Technology at a Technikon within the past five years.)

The completed application form included on the second last
page of this book.
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NB 1
If you have already obtained approval to register for the BTech on a previous occasion,
please hand in a certified copy of your National Diploma as well as a certified copy the
approval form. This will accelerate the registration process considerably.
Unisa will not necessarily admit all students for the degree programme
and may require the student to complete more subjects if the student’s
previous qualifications and/or results are considered inadequate for the
BTech degree programme.
In order to speed up the registration process, please download the
application form from h�p://www.unisa.ac.za/itweb and forward via email before a�empting to register and before the start of the registration
cycle. Details available on the website. We will evaluate your application
and provide you with feedback via e-mail.
NB 2
Study material for IT subjects forming a part of the BTech is only available
on the Internet. This means that you must obtain all material via UNISA’s
virtual campus (h�p://unisa.ac.za). This is not applicable to the subject:
Research Methodology and approved non-IT subjects.
Specialisation area: Software Development
This section pertains to students registering for this qualification for the
first time in 2006 or who registered prior to 2005 and wish to convert to
the new qualification.
The BTech: Information Technology will be awarded to a student who
has passed NINE subjects of the prescribed curriculum. The minimum
recommended duration for the degree is two years.
COMPULSORY SUBJECTS
CURRICULUM
SUBJECT
CODE
PREREQUISITE/NOTE
Information
and Technology
Management IV
INT401I
Research
Methodology
RME101Q
Project IV:
Note that the subject: Project IV consists of two
modules. You must pass both modules in order
to obtain credit for the subject. Do NOT register
for these modules in your first year of studying
for the BTech (Refer to the syllabus)
Practical Project
PRJ4M1I
Prerequisite: Research
Methodology
Research Script
PRJ4M2I
Prerequisite: Research
Methodology
Development
So�ware IV
DSO401I
It is recommended that you
register for Development So�ware
IV in your 1st year of study as this
subject is a prerequisite for the
subject: Advanced Development
So�ware IV.
Advanced
Development
So�ware IV
DEV401I
Prerequisite: Development
So�ware IV
It is recommended that you register
for Research Methodology in your
1st year of study as this subject is a
prerequisite for the subject: Project IV.
CHOOSE THE REST OF YOUR SUBJECTS FROM THE
TABLE BELOW
CURRICULUM
SUBJECT
CODE
So�ware Engineering
and Design IV
SED401I
Operating Systems IV
OPS401I
PREREQUISITE/NOTE
This subject is similar to So�ware
Engineering IV (SWE401I) from
the curriculum of the old BTech:
Information Technology. You will
receive a credit for this subject if
SWE401I was already completed.
CURRICULUM
SUBJECT
CODE
APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION – BTECH (IT)
PREREQUISITE/NOTE
(available on http://www.unisa.ac.za/itweb)
NTW401I
Surname
Database Systems IV
DBS401I
ID Number
Computer Security IV
CPS401I
Student
Number (If
available)
Tel
Fax
E-mail
Cell
Networks IV
4. MTech: Information Technology
(Programme code: MTINT)
4.1
Admission requirements:
BTech: Information Technology or equivalent qualification. Students must
have passed a 4th level instructional offering in Research Methodology.
Academic
Qualifications
Initials
Qualification (1)
Technikon /
University
Year
Qualification (2)
Technikon /
University
Year
Qualification (3)
Technikon /
University
Contact details:
4.2
Before registering for the MTech: Information Technology degree,
contact the School of Computing for more details and information.
Details available on the website: h�p://www.unisa.ac.za/itweb
NB
Admission into this programme is dependent upon an acceptable topic and the
availability of a suitable supervisor.
CURRICULUM
SUBJECT
CODE
Official Registration: Research
Project
RPI501I
PREREQUISITE / NOTE
This instructional programme
comprises the completion of a
thesis. In the thesis students must
prove that they understand a
particular problem in the industry
in which they have done research,
are able to analyse and present it
logically, are able to arrive at logical
conclusions or a diagnosis, and are
then able to make proposals for the
improvement / elimination of the
problem. The thesis must comply
with UNISA’s general technical
requirements and rules with regard
to scope, quality and layout.
Year
List the two main subjects of your Diploma or
equivalent qualification as well as the percentage
obtained in your third year.
%
%
How many years experience do you have in the IT
industry? (Total)
List the time frames
and job titles e.g:
1997-1998
Programmer
Please start with your
current position and
work backwards.
1
4
2
5
3
6
Summary of job
responsibilities (ITrelated) in the past
two years.
List any Industry
qualifications
obtained, e.g. MCSE,
CNE, etc.
Do you have access to the
Internet? (Yes/No)
□YES
I hereby declare that to the best of my knowledge, the
above information is true. I also acknowledge that I
have taken note of the fact that the BTech: IT degree is
offered via the Internet and that I have to obtain study
material (except prescribed books) for subjects (except
non-IT subjects), from UNISA’s website.
□NO
SIGNATURE
Please a�ach all other relevant documentation (Diploma, academic
record, CV).
Note: Comprehensive CV only required if you do not have a National
Diploma in Information Technology.
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2
School of Engineering
General Notice
1
Work Integrated Learning
Modules (also referred to
as Experiential Learning) for
Engineering students
1.1
INTRODUCTION

To fulfill the requirements for the National Diploma: Engineering
a student must have completed a minimum of one year work
intergrated learning: (In some courses this period is 18 months).
This Work Integrated Learning should be under the guidance
of a qualified supervisor (in some cases ECSA registered and
termed a mentor) according to the syllabus guidelines. These
guidelines are given in the respective programme sections.
On completion of the student’s work integrated learning period,
the employer (supervisor/mentor) must certify that he/she has
completed such learning successfully.
If the employer feels that the student does not meet the minimum
requirements for the National Diploma and his/her performance
is still not up to standard, the period of work intergrated learning:
can be extended.


1.2
GENERAL
The Work Integrated Learning component for the Engineering and
Mining courses is offered as one subject or as multiple subjects. A
student must register, and satisfactorily complete the requirements of
this subject(s) at some point in his/her studies, before a qualification
can be awarded.
The implication for the student is that he/she must be employed at
some time in the course of his/her studies by an employer who can
offer relevant and necessary Work Integrated Learning. If the student
is not able to complete this work intergrated learning:, he/she will not
be awarded the qualification, even though all the academic subjects
have been passed.
Work Integrated Learning is usually monitored by means of a logbook
and mentor system.
1.3
PLACEMENT OF STUDENTS
It must be emphasised that Unisa is not responsible for arranging Work
Integrated Learning opportunities. In certain cases the academic staff in
the School of Engineering will endeavor to facilitate certain placements.
1.4
Requirements for information
technology related study units
Computer facilities are prerequisites for students enrolling for any of
the Information Technology related study units. Students must have
access to computer facilities or have their own computer with the
specific so�ware they will require.
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1. National Instructional Programmes:
Mining and Mining-related
1a
General
A diploma is a qualification awarded to students who have successfully
completed a total of three year levels of study comprising theory AND
acceptable work intergrated learning:/Work Integrated Learning in the
relevant field of study.
1b
Admission requirements
Students who register for any of the mining and mining-related
diplomas must have a senior certificate education (or equivalent)
with a pass in Mathematics, Science and English, (minimum D symbol
at Standard Grade or at least an E at Higher Grade), OR an N3 with
Mathematics, Science and English as study units, passed at 50% or higher.
Consult the Access Brochure if you do not meet these requirements.
It is strongly recommended that students who wish to register for the subject
MINERAL EXPLOITATION I (MEP171-X) must be or have been employed or
doing work intergrated learning in or on a mine. It is further recommended
that the student has either passed Mathematics I or does Mathematics I in
conjunction with this subject. Students should contact one of the mining
lecturers for advice in this regard.
1c
Work Integrated Learning
This is the term used to describe the practical “on the job” exposure that
a student must have and forms part of the minimum requirements for
the ultimate awarding of any mining or mining related diploma.
(i)
STUDENT VISITS
A Unisa representative will visit the student and his/her mentor
occasionally on a need-to basis.
2
Use the following as a guideline to ensure that you have the minimum
computer configuration (or higher):

an IBMTM compatible machine using a Windows 2000/NT/XP
operating system.

20GB harddisk drive

128MB RAM

Colour SVGA screen with 4MB controller

A mouse

Stiffy drive

CD-ROM drive (54 speed)/DVD drive

Printer (Deskjet or Laser Printer)

Access to e-mail facilities and occasional Internet accesses on
first year level

Access to e-mail and Internet facilities on higher levels
(ii)
(iii)
Ideally you should be employed on a mine or related operation
where you can gain exposure to the practical aspects relating to
your field of study.
Further information is given with the information on each
diploma in this calendar.
Students, who have already acquired adequate experience in
their field of study may apply for credit for part of or the entire
work intergrated learning: component. This application is called:
Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL).
It is very important to note that credit will be awarded not for
experiences you have had but rather for what you have learned from
your experiences.
In most instances a ‘portfolio’ will be required. In this context a
portfolio will be a file or folder of information, which describes
your relevant experience, identifies and analyses your learning
achievements and provides proof in the form of documents that
you do have the skills that you claim. It will include a CV and a
comprehensive record of employment.
(iv)
1d
A portfolio is not just pu�ing together a set of documents for
someone else to assess, but is also seen as a valuable learning
experience. The portfolio must adequately:

Identify/describe your relevant learning accomplishments
(knowledge, skills, competencies, abilities)

Show a match between learning achievements and the
requirements of the course

Verify these learning accomplishments with supportive
documents.
A Practical Guide (Logbook) is issued on registration of the
‘Practice’ (work intergrated learning:) subject for the purpose of
guiding, recording and verifying the work intergrated learning:
gained. The logbook includes a guide to the mentor which is there
for your information as well. It also includes a “tutorial le�er”
which will inform you, in more detail, what the requirements
are for completing this subject. The Logbook covers three year
levels and must be completed satisfactorily to gain a pass at each
year level of the subject. The exception is the mining engineering
diploma, which only covers 2 year levels. Registration for any
‘Practice’ subject is valid for 12 months per year level. Therea�er you
will need to re-register for the subject.
Medium of instruction
English is the medium of instruction and for writing assignments and
examinations. Responses in other languages may be accepted provided
that the lecturer concerned consents.
The above conditions apply to MINING AND MINING-RELATED
DIPLOMAS ONLY. Other Engineering fields have different criteria.
1e
Advice to students
The number of study units for which a student may register at any
one time is optional and obviously depends on the amount of study
time available and the ability of the student. As a general rule students
should allow themselves a minimum of one hour of study time per day
per subject (over 5 days). This figure should then be kept in mind when
selecting the number of study units. (Most employed students take
three study units or less.)
1f
Requirements for Information
Technology related study units
1.1 National Diploma: Mine
Surveying
(Programme code: NDMSR)
1.1.1
Admission requirements
Refer to admission requirements for Mining and Mining Related
Programmes. Note that this is a mine specific diploma. Read work
intergrated learning: requirements.
Aim of diploma
1.1.2
To produce competent mine surveyors whose responsibilities
(simplified) would include taking measurements upon and under the
surface of the earth either in a horizontal or vertical plane and showing
the results in the form of a map or plan applicable to the relevant
mineral deposit to be mined.
1.1.3
Career opportunities
Mining remains one of the major role-players in the South African
economy and offers employment opportunities for the technically
qualified person both in the exploratory stage as well as in the
production phase of its operation.
Curriculum
1.1.4
PART 1
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
MEM101U Mineral Engineering
Management I
2.
SMI181Q
Science: Mining I
Science Gr 12/N3/Tertiary
Preparation
3.
WIM131U
Mathematics: Mining I
Mathematics Gr 12/N3/
Tertiary Preparation
4.
MEP171X
Mineral Exploitation I
Mathematics Gr 12/N3/
Tertiary preparation.
It is recommended
that this subject is
a�empted together with
or a�er having passed
Mathematics: Mining
and that students are
employed in or on a mine.
5.
STM121Q
Statistics: Mining I
MSP101R
Work integrated learning:
Mine Survey Practice I
Computer facilities are prerequisites for students enrolling for any of
the Information Technology related study units. Students must have
access to computer facilities or have their own computer with the
specific so�ware they will require.
Use the following as a guideline to ensure that you have the minimum
computer configuration (or higher).

an IBMTM compatible machine using a Windows 2000/NT/XP
operating system.

20GB harddisk drive

128MB RAM

Colour SVGA screen with 4MB controller

A mouse

Stiffy drive

CD-ROM drive (54 speed)/ DVD drive

Printer (Deskjet or Laser Printer)

Access to e-mail facilities and occasional Internet accesses on
first year level

Access to e-mail and Internet facilities on higher levels
NB
Please note that less than the mentioned minimum configuration will not be
sufficient.
6.
PART 2
CODE
7.
Mineral Engineering
Management II (3
Modules):
MEM2M1U Computer Literacy:
Mineral II (Theory)
MEMPRAC Computer Literacy:
Mineral II (Practical)
MEM2M2U Communication: Mineral
II
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mineral Engineering
Management I
(MEM101U)
See requirements for IT
related study units
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CODE
8.
9.
MVA231Q
MSG211Q
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mine Valuation II
Mine Survey II
Mineral Exploitation
I (MEP171X) and
Mine Survey Practice I
(MSP101R)
Mineral Exploitation
I (MEP171X) and
Mine Survey Practice I
(MSP101R)
10. MGY291S
Mining Geology II
Mineral Exploitation I
(MEP171X)
11. WIM241Q
Mathematics: Mining II
Mathematics: Mining I
(WIM131U)
12.
Work integrated learning:
Mine Survey Practice II
MSP242S
CODE
PREREQUISITE /
NOTES
Mineral Engineering
Management III (2
Modules)
MEM3M1Y Module A
MEM3M2Y Module B
Mineral Engineering
Management II
(MEM2M2Y)
14. MVA382Y
Mine Valuation III
Mine Valuation II
(MVA231Q) and
Statistics: Mining I
(STM121Q)
15. MSG342S
Mine Survey III
Mine Survey II
(MSG211Q)
16. STG381S
Structural Geology III
Mining Geology II
(MGY291S)
17.
Work integrated learning:
Mine Survey Practice III
MSP352T
1.1.5
Work Integrated
Learning: Mine Surveying
Working knowledge of mining and geology departments
Working knowledge of metallurgical and assaying processes
You must identify and register a suitable and willing qualified person as
your mentor. Your mentor will coach and guide you through the required
work intergrated learning/work integrated learning as set out in the
work intergrated learning: in service training guide.
Your practical expertise will be assessed on the successful completion of
Parts 1, 2 and 3 before a national diploma will be issued. The assessment/
evaluation will be done by an expert from industry and the portfolio
(checked by the mentor) will form the core of this assessment.
NOTE:
(A)
(B)
PART 3
13.


A logbook detailing the EXPECTED work intergrated learning:
requirements will be issued to you on registration for Mine
Survey Practice I.
Do not register for Mine Survey Practice I if you are not already
employed on a mine.
1.1.6
Duration of the course
and awarding of the diploma
A national diploma is awarded if students have been registered for
at least three years, passed all the study units of Parts 1, 2 and 3 and
produced proof that they have been employed for a period of at least 18
months in the surveying department of a mine together with meeting
the requirements of the 3 work integrated learning components.
1.2 National Diploma: Surface Mining
(Programme Code: NDSMI)
1.2.1
Admission requirements
Refer to admission requirements for Mining and Mining Related
Programmes.
Aim of diploma
1.2.2
A diploma is awarded to students who:

have been registered for at least three years

have passed all the study units in Parts 1, 2 and 3 (national diploma)

have been employed in the survey department of a mine for a
period of at least eighteen months

have acquired an acceptable level of competence in the practical
skills in mine surveying as detailed in the areas below.
To produce competent mining engineers whose responsibilities would
include the selection and managing of the optimal mining process
applicable to the relevant mineral deposit to be mined.
Work intergrated learning is intrinsic to mine surveying. You will
be required to acquire adequate exposure and practical skills in the
following areas and as detailed in the mine surveying guide and
logbook:

Sampling (stopes and development)

Valuation of stopes and development ends

Measuring excavations (stopes, development and large excavations)

Traversing (stopes, development and surface)

Direction and grade lines (flat and steeply inclined development
ends)

Levelling (underground and surface)

Constructing, planning and se�ing out of development ends

Sha� surveys and layouts

Resections, forward intersections and trilaterations

Tape surveys

Tacheometry

Global Positioning Systems

Draughting – construction and updating of plans

Pay limits and control factors

Grade control

Various reporting requirements
Mining remains one of the major role-players in the South African
economy. It not only offers employment opportunities for the technically
qualified person but also for the small business entrepreneur in mining
and mining-related ventures.
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1.2.3
Career opportunities
Curriculum
1.2.4
PART 1
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
WIM131U
Mathematics: Mining I
Mathematics Gr 12/N3./
Tertiary Preparation
2.
SMI181Q
Science: Mining I
Science Gr 12/N3/Tertiary
Preparation
3.
MEM101U Mineral Engineering
Management I
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
4.
MEP171X
Mineral Exploitation I
5.
STM121Q
Statistics: Mining I
SMR121Q
Work integrated learning:
Surface Mining Practice I
6.
Mathematics Gr 12/N3/
Tertiary Preparation
It is recommended
that this subject is
a�empted together with
or a�er having passed
Mathematics: Mining
and that students are
employed in or on a mine
PART 2
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
7.
MEN251W Mine Engineering II
Science: Mining I
8.
SSV201S
Surface Surveying &
Valuation II
Mineral Exploitation I
(MEP171X)
9.
MSU201S
Mining: Surface II
Mineral Exploitation I
(MEP171X)
10. ASK131U
11.
12.
Accounting Skills I
Mineral Engineering
Management II (3
Modules)
MEM2M1U Computer Literacy:
Mineral II (Theory)
MEMPRAC Computer Literacy:
Mineral II (Practical)
MEM2M2U Communication: Mineral II
SMR230P
(A)
See requirements for IT
related study units
(B)
(C)
Work integrated learning:
Surface Mining Practice II
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
13. MGY291S
Mining Geology II
Mineral Exploitation I
(MEP171X)
14. SSV301S
Surface Surveying &
Valuation III
Surface Surveying &
Valuation II (SSU201S)
15. MSU301S
Mining: Surface III
Mining: Surface II
(MSU201S)
16. SME301S
Surface Mining
Equipment III
Mineral Engineering
Management III (Two
modules)
MEM3M1Y Module A
MEM3M2Y Module B
SMR351Y
An in-service Training Guide and Logbook detailing the ideal
work intergrated learning requirements as well as a guide for
mentors are sent to students when they enrol for the work
intergrated learning: subject.
Please do not enrol for work intergrated learning: if you are
not employed on a mine or related operation, industry or
activity where you can obtain adequate exposure to the above
experiences.
Unfortunately UNISA is not responsible to arrange work
intergrated learning: opportunities.
1.2.6
CODE
18.
NOTE:
Mineral Engineering
Management I
(MEM101U)
PART 3
17.
Areas students must be involved in or exposed to include the
following:
1.
Mining, i.e. Production or Winning of the basic material (where
this is done by means of blasting, the obtaining of a blasting
certificate is desirable). This activity must include, as appropriate,
Making Safe, (Health and Safety), Cu�ing, Drilling, Breaking,
Loading, and Transportation.
2.
You must be able to work in (or be comprehensively exposed to)
the following departments or operations or obtain experience in
related areas:
2.1
Surveying and Valuation
2.2
Geology
2.3
Engineering Workshops
2.4
Planning
2.4
Management (People and Resources)
2.6
Beneficiation
2.7
Environmental Management
3.
Ideally you should be involved in mining-related project work. A
copy of this should be included in your portfolio (Refer to point
iii under work intergrated learning:).
4.
You must be able to identify and register as your mentor, a
suitably qualified person who will be able to coach and guide
you through the requirements of work intergrated learning: that
is needed for this diploma.
Mineral Engineering
Management II
(MEM2M2U)
Work integrated learning:
Surface Mining Practice III
A national diploma is awarded if the student has passed all the study
units of Parts 1, 2 and 3 and submi�ed proof of work intergrated
learning: as per requirements.
1.3 National Diploma: Mining
Engineering
(Programme code: NDMIN)
1.3.1
Workplace Integrated
Learning: Surface Mining
Work intergrated learning is an integral part of this diploma and must
cover a period of at least eighteen months. The diploma caters for
persons who are employed or who are able to gain extensive exposure
to one or more of the following categories of surface mining:
(a)
Quarrying/Dimension Stone Operations
(b)
Open Cast/ Strip Mining Operations
(c)
Open Pit Operations
(d)
Alluvial Mining Operations
(e)
Coastal Mining Operations
Admission requirements
Refer to admission requirements for Mining and Mining Related
Programmes.
1.3.2
1.2.5
Duration of the course
and awarding of the diploma
Aim of diploma
To produce competent mining engineers whose responsibilities would
include the selection and managing of the optimal mining process
applicable to the relevant mineral deposit to be mined.
1.3.3
Career opportunities
Mining remains one of the major role-players in the South African
economy. It not only offers employment opportunities for the technically
qualified person but also for the small business entrepreneur in mining
and mining-related ventures.
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Curriculum
1.3.4
PART 4
PART 1
CODE
CODE
Geology: Mining III
KVH171Y
2.
CPK151V
Computer Skills I
(Theory)
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical)
Both modules have to
be passed to pass this
subject. See note2.
3.
MAT181Q
Mathematics I
Mathematics Gr 12/N3./
Tertiary Preparation
4.
MEP171X
Mineral Exploitation I
Mathematics Gr 12/N3/
Tertiary Preparation.
It is recommended
that this subject is
a�empted together with
or a�er having passed
Mathematics: Mining
and that students are
employed in or on a mine
Communication Skills I
5.
QTC171R
Quantitative Techniques I
6.
SMI181Q
Science: Mining I
20. SAV301U
Mine
Survey
Valuation III
21. MTS351X
Mining Technical Services
III
22. EMA301E
Engineering Management Engineering Management
III
II (EMA2M1E)
23. MIN301E
Mining III
Mining II (MIN201E)
24. MIE301E
Mine Engineering III
Mine
Engineering
(MEN251W)
CODE
1.
ASK131U
Accounting Skills I
8.
CAD161S
Computer Aided
Draughting I
9.
EWS121Q
Engineering Work
Study I
10. MAT291X
Mathematics II
11. MED161Q
Mechanical Engineering
Drawing I
12. ENV301E
Environmental
Management III
Work integrated learning:
Mining Engineering
Practice I
Mining Engineering
Practice II
1.3.5
Mathematics I
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
13. MEN251W Mine Engineering II
Science: Mining I
14. MGY291S
Mining Geology II
Mineral Exploitation I
(MEP172X)
15. SAV231Y
Mine Survey and
Valuation II
Mineral Exploitation I
(MEP172X)
16.
Engineering
Management II (Two
modules)
EMA2M1E Module A
EMA2M2E Module B
Mineral Beneficiation II
Mineral Exploitation I
(MEP171X)
18. MIN201E
Mining II
Mineral Exploitation I
(MEP171X)
IN THE CASE OF AN UNDERGROUND HARD ROCK
MINE
These activities must be for both Stoping and Development and
include general and construction work and should culminate in
obtaining a Blasting Certificate.
B
IN THE CASE OF AN UNDERGROUND COAL MINE
1.
Basic Underground Mining is the introduction to competencies
involved in production activities and should include all aspects
of the Basic Mining Cycle, Supporting, Making Safe, Cu�ing,
Drilling, Charging Up, Blasting and Loading.
These activities must be carried out in a normal production
section and in a development section. They must include general
and construction work and should culminate in obtaining a
Blasting Certificate for Fiery Mines.
Ideally you should carry out the actual work done by a miner
in:
3.1
Bord and pillar Mining
3.2
Pillar Extraction
3.3
Longwall Mining
3.4
Mechanised Continuous Mining or any other underground
coal production method used at your mine.
2.
3.
C
17. MBE201E
Work integrated learning:
Mining Engineering
Basic underground mining which is the introduction to competencies
involved in production activities and should include aspects of the
Basic Mining Cycle, Supporting, Making Safe, Marking, Drilling,
Charging Up, Blasting and Loading (Cleaning).
PART 3
CODE
II
Work integrated learning is an integral part of this diploma and must
cover a period of at least twelve months. The exposure obtained should
be in accordance with the relevant mining operation and could be as
follows:
A
Relevant to the mine/
operation where you are
employed/ gain exposure.
See information under
heading work intergrated
learning: below.
and Mine Survey and Valuation
II (SAV231Y)
This diploma is the entrance qualification to the BTech: Mining
Engineering.
The course uses Computer Based Training material; access to
a Personal Computer is compulsory. See requirements for IT
related study units
2.
Science Gr 12/N3/Tertiary
Preparation
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
7.
II
NOTES
PART 2
MPR201E
Mining
Geology
(MGY291S)
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
MPR101E
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
19. GMI351X
IN THE CASE OF OTHER MINING OPERATIONS
– FOR EXAMPLE:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
Quarrying/Dimension Stone Operations
Open Cast/ Strip Mining Operations
Open Pit Operations
Alluvial Mining Operations
Coastal Mining Operations
Areas of involvement and exposure should include the following:
Mineral Extraction, i.e. Production or Winning of the basic material
(where this is done by means of blasting, the obtaining of a blasting
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2. National Instructional
Programmes: Engineering
certificate is desirable). This activity must include, as appropriate,
Making Safe, (Health and Safety), Cu�ing, Drilling, Breaking, Loading,
and Transportation.
General
1.3.6
In any of the above or combination of the above broad categories of
mines:
You should be able to work in (or be comprehensively exposed to) all or
the majority of the following generic components in the operation of the
mine/operation or obtain experience in related areas where applicable:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
General construction work
Technical and engineering services
Environmental control
Supervision
Safety and health
Survey or sampling
Geology
Treatment plant
Engineering
Mine planning
At the end of the practical phase it would be expected that you, the
student, could confidently be put in charge of a gang of workmen
in a mining production environment and for you to safely and
knowledgeably carry out effective production activities.
Ideally you should be involved in mining-related project work. A copy
of such a project should be included in your work intergrated learning:
portfolio (Refer to point iii under work intergrated learning:).
You must be able to identify and register as your mentor, a suitably
qualified person, who will be able to coach and guide you through
the requirements of work intergrated learning: that is needed for this
diploma.
NOTE:
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
An in-service “Training Guide and Logbook” detailing the
ideal work integrated learning requirements as well as a guide
for mentors are sent to students when they enrol for the work
intergrated learning: subject.
Please do not enrol for work intergrated learning if you are not
employed on a mine or related operation where you can obtain
exposure to the above experiences.
Unfortunately UNISA is not responsible to arrange work
intergrated learning opportunities.
This diploma leads on to the BTech: Mining Engineering for
which no additional work intergrated learning is required
1.3.7
Duration of the course
and awarding of the diploma
A national diploma is awarded if the student has passed all the study
units of Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4 and submi�ed proof of work intergrated
learning as per requirements.
1.4 Magister Technologiae:
Engineering: Mining
(Programme code: MTMIN)
This degree will be offered from 2007, subject to governmental
approval. For further information contact the Head of the Departement
of Electrical and Mining Engineering.
2.a
Admission requirements
ONE of the following:
1.
Senior certificate with Mathematics, Physical Science and English
with at least an E symbol on the Higher Grade or a D symbol on
the Standard Grade.
OR
2.
An N3 certificate with Mathematics, Engineering Science and
English with a minimum mark of 50% (For Engineering: Chemical,
Industrial Chemistry N3 is required as well.)
OR
3.
An N4 certificate with Mathematics and Engineering Science
with a minimum mark of 50%.(For Engineering: Chemical,
Industrial Chemistry N3 is required as well.)
OR
4.
The equivalent of number 1, 2 or 3 will be considered.
5.
Any student might be requested to write a pre-registration test
to ensure correct placement.
2.b
Provisional admission
Students who do not comply with the admission requirements in terms
of the marks obtained for Mathematics, Science or English, will only be
permi�ed to register for the non-mathematical first level study units
such as Communication Skills I and Computer Skills I. Students must
improve their marks in Mathematics, Science or English in order to be
admi�ed to the other mathematical study units.
Students can improve their marks for the relevant study units by one of
the following options:
1.
Registering for Mathematics and/or Engineering Science at N3
level at any technical college.
2.
Registering for equivalent study units at any other recognised
institution.
3.
Registering for the appropriate study units contained in the
Access Brochure
Also see TECHNIKON CERTIFICATE: LITERACIES: SCIENCE,
ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY in the Access Brochure.
LABORATORY
(PRACTICAL)
COMPONENT
OF
STUDY
UNITS
Certain study units require compulsory laboratory work. The
student can either complete the laboratory component in his working
environment or a�end a laboratory workshop. Students who choose to
a�end a laboratory workshop for the particular subject should enquire
about the schedule. Additional fees must be paid for the practical session or
workshop as it is not covered by the registration fees.
The number of study units for which a student may register is optional
and obviously depends on the amount of study time available. As
a general rule, and in order to establish a sound basis for study
management, students should allow themselves a minimum of one
hour of study per day per subject. This figure should then be kept in
mind when selecting the number of study units.
Please consult the responsible lecturer before registering for more than four
study units.
CREDITS obtained at other tertiary educational institutions will be
considered for exemptions.
2.c
Medium of instruction
PLEASE NOTE: The examination papers for most of the study units will
be available in English only. This will apply to those study units where
the course material and tutorial le�ers are available in English only.
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2.d
Availability of study units
Study units marked with an asterisk (*) or a question mark (?) are
currently being developed and were not available when this calendar
went to press. However, the study material may become available
during the year. Students are therefore requested to enquire about the
availability, should such a subject be required.
2.1.3
Career opportunities
Chemical engineering is applied in most major industries, e.g.
petrochemical, food and beverage, paper, textiles, mineral processing,
coal, water treatment and power generation.
Curriculum
2.1.4
2.e
Exit levels
A fee is payable for the issue of the certificates. Candidates do not
qualify automatically for the issuing of a national certificate or national
higher certificate.
Requirements for Information
Technology related study units
2.f
Computer facilities are prerequisites for students enrolling for any of
the Information Technology related study units. Students must have
access to computer facilities or have their own computer with the
specific so�ware they will require.
Use the following as a guideline to ensure that you have the minimum
computer configuration (or higher).
an IBMTM compatible machine using a Windows 2000/NT/XP
operating system.
20GB harddisk drive
128MB RAM
Colour SVGA screen with 4MB controller
A mouse
Stiffy drive
CD-ROM drive (54 speed)/ DVD drive
Printer (Deskjet or Laser Printer)
Access to e-mail facilities and occasional Internet accesses on
first year level
Access to e-mail and Internet facilities on higher levels










PART 1
CODE
1.
MAT181Q
2.
CPK151V
2.1 National Diploma: Engineering:
Chemical
(Programme code: NDENG)
2.1.1
Admission requirements
See admission requirements for engineering programmes.
2.1.2
Aim of diploma
Chemical engineering is concerned with the manufacturing of chemicals
on an industrial scale as well as with the industrial processes that
convert raw materials into products that have higher economic value.
In a particular manufacturing environment, there is usually a chemical
engineering team. This team is usually led by a degreed Chemical
Engineer, usually assisted by a Chemical Engineering Technologist or
a Chemical Engineering Technician. They all obtain their qualifications
from a technikon or a university. The technologist has obtained a BTech
degree and the technician a National Diploma. The team is qualified to
research, develop, design, construct and operate the plants required to
make any processed product.
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Mathematics I
3.
DCE131G
Drawing: Chemical
Engineering I
4.
KVH171Y
Communication Skills I
5.
CHE181T Chemistry I (Theory)
CHE1PRA Chemistry I (Practical)
See Note 1
6.
FIC181C
FIC1PRA
See Note 1
Computer Skills I
(Theory)
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical)
Physics I (Theory)
Physics I (Practical)
Mathematics Gr12/N3
/Tertiary Preparation
Both modules have to
be passed to pass this
subject.
See Note 2
PART 2
CODE
7.
MAT291X
8.
CEM211F
9.
CPI271Y
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mathematics II
Mathematics I
Chemical Engineering
Chemistry I (Theory)
Technology II (Theory) See Note 1
CEM2PRA Chemical Engineering
Technology II (Practical)
10. INC251U
NB
Please note that less than the mentioned minimum configuration will not be
sufficient.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
INC2PRA
Chemical Process
Industries II
Chemistry I (Theory)
Inorganic Chemistry II
(Theory)
Inorganic Chemistry II
(Practical)
Chemistry I (Theory)
See Note 1
11. ORC221F
Organic Chemistry II
(Theory)
ORC2PRA Organic Chemistry II
(Practical)
Chemistry I (Theory)
See Note 1
12. PCH241P
Chemistry I and Physics I
(Theory) See Note 1
Physical Chemistry II
(Theory)
PCH2PRA Physical Chemistry II
(Practical)
13. ENP291Q
ENP2PRA
Engineering Physics II
(Theory)
Engineering Physics II
(Practical)
Physics I (Theory) See
Note 1
PART 3
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
14. MSA1M1U Management Skills I
(Module A)
15. CEM311A
Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Module
A) (Theory)
CEM3PRA Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Module
A) (Practical)
16. CHP311A
Chemical Plant III
(Module A)
Chemical Engineering
Technology II (Theory)
See Note 1
Chemical Engineering
Technology II (Theory)
CODE
17. PCT381H
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Process Control III
Chemical Engineering
Technology II and
Mathematics II
18. TDC341P
Thermodynamics:
Physical Chemistry II and
Chemical Engineering III Mathematics II
19. CEP101E
Work intergrated learning: See Work intergrated
learning: below All part 1
Chemical Engineering
and all part 2 study units
Practice I
chemical engineering industry for a period of a year in order to register
for the two work intergrated modules.
Work intergrated learning: is done with an accredited company or at a
chemical engineering related workplace. Chemical Engineering Practice
has two parts namely Chemical Engineering Practice I and Chemical
Engineering Practice II. Each Chemical Engineering Practice module
is six months relevant work intergrated learning: and is monitored
by means of a logbook and mentor system. Only students who are
graduating at Unisa can register for these two modules.
1.
PART 4
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
20. MSA1M2U Management Skills I
(Module B)
21. CEM321B
CEM3PRB
Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Module
B) (Theory)
Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Module
B) (Practical)
Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Mod A)
See Note 1
22. CHP321B
Chemical Plant III
(Module B)
23. CPD371S
Chemical Process Design: Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Mod A)
Principles III
24. TDA331V
Thermodynamics:
Applied III
25. CEP201E
Work intergrated learning: See Work intergrated
learning: below All part 3
Chemical Engineering
Practice II
study units and Chemical
Engineering Practice I
CEP101E – Chemical Engineering Practice I:
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all of the S1 and S2 study units
CEP201E – Chemical Engineering Practice II:
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all of the S3 study units; Chemical
Engineering Practice I
2.
ITEM
NO
CO-REQUISITE SUBJECT
Chemical Engineering Technology Chemical Engineering Technology
III (Mod B) (CEM321B)
III (Mod A) (CEM311A)
Chemical Process Design:
Principles III (CPD371S)
Safety training as required for the specific work station
2
Process monitoring:

Taking readings and entering logsheets

Monitoring readings against standard operating
conditions

Assisting in instrument calibrations

Tasks as required for good housekeeping
3
Laboratory work concerning quality control such as:

Routine distillations

Specific gravities

Viscosities

Ash and moisture determination

Titrations and saponification numbers

Gas analysis
4
Flow diagrams of plants, piping systems – symbols and
specifications
NOTES
2.
3.
The practical component of these study units is compulsory.
Registration of the practical component is done at UNISA. The
practical component must be done at other institutions such as
Vaal University of Technology, Durban University of Technology
and Cape Peninsula University of Technology, offering the same
courses. If the student decides to do the practical component
at these institutions. Then UNISA will make the necessary
arrangements and pay the costs involved. Both the theoretical
and the practical component of the subject must be passed before
credit for the subject can be obtained. The practical component
must be done simultaneously or a�er the theoretical component.
The course uses Computer Based Training material; access to a
Personal Computer is compulsory. Also see requirements for IT
related study units.
All study materials and examination papers (except Mathematics
III) are available only in English.
TOPICS TO BE COVERED
1
Chemical Engineering Technology
III (Mod A) (CEM311A)
Practical and theoretical components of the same subject are co-requisite
study units.
1.
SUGGESTED CURRICULA
CEP101E – Chemical Engineering Practice I:
Listed in the table below are topics from which the student and his/
her mentor/training manager, in consultation with the Chemical
Engineering representative, can draw up a training programme to make
up the required 24 weeks of work intergrated learning: in the Chemical
Engineering field of study:
CO-REQUISITE STUDY UNITS
SUBJECT (SUBJECT CODE)
CO-REQUISITES
5
Elementary mass balances
6
The application of some of the theory principles given in
the S1 and S2 study units
7
Report writing
CEP201E – Chemical Engineering Practice II:
Listed in the table below are topics from which the student and his/her
mentor/training manager, in consultation with the Unisa representative,
can draw up a training program to make up the required 24 weeks
for the second part of work intergrated learning: in the Chemical
Engineering field of study:
Work intergrated
learning: Engineering: Chemical
2.1.5
WORK INTERGRATED LEARNING:
Work intergrated learning: is an integral part of the National Diploma;
Chemical Engineering. You must be employed or have a placement in a
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ITEM
NO.
1
Plant operations and troubleshooting (compulsory):

Mastering basic operating skills, e.g. ensuring safe
conditions and then operating valves, starting motors,
turbines, pumps, compressors, conveyors, etc.

Handling of equipment specific to the operation
concerned

Partaking in project work in order to understand
the specific nature of projects, e.g. design of piping
systems, optimization of processes; troubleshooting
projects.

Loss control: Loss control inspections; safety
inspections; quality audits
Curriculum
2.2.3
TOPICS TO BE COVERED
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
MCE301C
Mathematics: Chemical
Engineering III
2.
CEM4M1C Chemical Engineering
Technology IV : Fluid
Flow (Module A)
3.
CEM4M2C Chemical Engineering
Technology IV: Heat and
Mass (Module B)
4.
Management: Exposure to elements of:

Financial management, i.e. ROI calculations and
depreciation

Human resources, i.e. planning for and application
of HR; industrial relations
CEM4M3C Chemical Engineering
Technology IV: Unit
Operations (Module C)
5.
CPD4M1C Chemical Process Design Chemical Engineering
IV : Equipment Design Technology IV(Module C)
(Module A)
3
Overall material balance of plant or part thereof
6.
4
Energy balance
5
Schematic diagrams of unit operations
CPD4M2C Chemical Process Design Chem. Engineering
IV: Plant Design (Module Technology IV (Mod C)
B)
See Note 2
6
Analysis of design. This may include checking someone
else’s calculations
7.
PCT401C
Process Control IV
(Chemical)
7
Determination of power requirements for pumps, mixers, etc.
8.
PCI401C
8.
Environmental Assessment
Production Engineering:
Chemical Industry IV
9.
RTE401C
Reactor Technology IV
10. PCE401C
Project: Chemical
Engineering IV
OR
Thermodynamics:
Chemical Engineering
IV*
See Note 3
Entrepreneurship IV
Subject is optional but
recommended
2
3.
INFORMATION
For more information please contact the Unisa Contact Centre: 0861 670
411.
2.1.6
Duration of course
A minimum of three years. The national diploma will be awarded
a�er all the prescribed study units have been passed and the work
intergrated learning: has been completed successfully.
2.2 Baccalaureus Technologiae:
Engineering: Chemical
(Programme code: BTENC)
2.2.1
Aim of degree
Please refer to the National Diploma: Engineering: Chemical.
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11. ENT401I
*This subject is not offered
12. CHE4PRA Chemical Engineering IV Reactor Technology IV
(Practical)
and Process Control IV.
See note 4
NOTES
1.
Admission requirements
One of the following :
(i)
National Diploma: Engineering: Chemical (‘S’ diploma: Four
semesters technikon training plus two semesters in-service training);
OR
(ii)
National Diploma: Chemical Engineering (‘T-3’ diploma: three
semesters technikon training plus three semesters in-service
training) PLUS the following four bridging study units:

Process Control III (PCT381H)

Chemical Engineering Technology III (Module B)
(CEM321B and CEM3PRB)

Thermodynamics: Chemical Engineering III (TDC341P)

Chemical Process Design: Principles III (CPD371S)
OR
(iii) National Higher Diploma: Chemical Engineering (T4)
PLUS the following bridging subject:

Process Control III (PCT381H), which is the prerequisite
for PCT401C.
2.2.2
TDC401C
Mathematics: Chemical
Eng. III and Process
Control III
2.
3.
4.
IMPORTANT: Students may only register for the BTech:
Engineering: Chemical if he/she:
(i)
can identify and complete a research project for PROJECT:
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING IV (PCE401C);
(ii)
has access to a computer simulation design programme/
package for CHEMICAL PROCESS DESIGN IV : PLANT
DESIGN (Module B) such as ASPEN, CHEMCAD, PROII,
etc.;
(iii) can provide a mentor for each of the above study units
respectively.
It is the responsibility of the student to find these elsewhere.
CHEMICAL PROCESS DESIGN IV: PLANT DESIGN (Module
B): No formal wri�en examination - design to be handed in and
an oral presentation. It is the responsibility of the student to
find access to the design packages such as CHECAD or ASPEN,
which is necessary for this subject. If you don’t have access to
the above packages, please contact (011) 471-3251 or (011) 4712048 before registering for this subject.
PROJECT: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING IV: No formal wri�en
examination. Industrial project to be handed in. It is the responsibility
of the student to find a suitable project title from industry. If you are
not employed at the chemical industry, please contact (011) 4713251 or (011) 471-2048 before registering for this subject.
This subject is the practical component of the BTech. It is compulsory
and offered at two different institutions, namely Durban Institute
of Technology and Vaal University of Technology. Students have
to pass this subject before their graduation.
2
CO-REQUISITE STUDY UNITS
SUBJECT (SUBJECT CODE)
CO-REREQUISITE STUDY
UNITS

Chemical Process Design Chemical Process Design IV
(Module A) (CPD4M1C)
IV (Mod B) (CPD4M2C)

Chemical Engineering IV Reactor Technology IV (RTE401C)
&
(Practical) (CHE4PRAC)
Process Control IV (PCT401C)
2.3 Baccalaureus Technologiae:
Engineering: Chemical
(Environmental)
(Programme code: BTECE)
Admission requirements
2.3.1
National Diploma:
qualification.
Engineering:
Chemical
or
an
Curriculum
2.3.3
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
CEM4M2C Chemical Engineering
Technology IV: Heat and
Mass (Module B)
2.
CEM4M3C Chemical Engineering
Technology IV: Unit
Operations (Module C)
3.
CPD4M1C Chemical Process Design Chemical Engineering
IV : Equipment Design Technology IV(Module C)
(Module A)
4.
CPD4M2C Chemical Process Design Chem. Engineering
IV: Plant Design (Module Technology IV (Module
B)
C)
5.
RTE401C
Reactor Technology IV
6.
CEE401C
Chemical Environmental See note 1
Engineering IV (Project) Co-requisite: Air Quality
Control (Chemical) IV or
Solid Waste Treatment
(Chemical) IV or Waste
Treatment (Chemical) IV
7.
AQC401C
Air Quality Control
(Chemical) IV
8.
EMC401C
Environmental
Management for
Chemical Engineers IV
9.
SWT401C
Solid Waste Treatment
(Chemical) IV
NOTE
1.
THREE of the following:
Reactor Technology IV
Environmental Chemistry and Microbiology IV
Solid Waste Treatment (Chemical) IV
Water Treatment (Chemical) IV
2.4 Magister Technologiae:
Engineering: Chemical
(Programme code: MTENC)
equivalent
This degree primarily focuses on the planning, design and operation of
technological processes in the Chemical engineering industry. The aim
is to equip students with a chemical engineering background with the
relevant knowledge to effectively design and operate chemical plants
with due consideration to the environmental impact.
10. WTC401C
OPTIONAL INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
Aim of degree
2.3.2
1.
3
Chemical Process Design IV: Plant Design (Module B): No
formal wri�en examination – design to be handed in and an
oral presentation. It is the responsibility of the student to find
access to the design package such as CHECAD or ASPEN, which
is necessary for this subject. If you don’t have access to the above
package, please contact (011) 471 3251 or (011) 471-2048 before
registering for this subject.
Project: Chemical Engineering IV: No formal wri�en examination.
Industrial project to be handed in. It is the responsibility of the
student to find a suitable project title from the industry. If you
are not employed in the chemical industry, please contact (011)
471-3251 or (011) 471-2048 before registering for this subject.
Water Treatment
(Chemical) IV
2.4.1
1.
2.
Admission requirements
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Chemical, OR an
equivalent qualification; and
An instructional offering in Research Methodology (can be taken
concurrently with MTech)

Equivalent qualifications will be considered by the Senate
of UNISA.
2.4.2
Aim of qualification
To apply integrated technical knowledge/skills and advanced analysis
and problem solving to a particular specialised research area in
Chemical Engineering.
2.4.3
Duration of course
The minimum duration of this course is one year full-time. Students doing
this course part-time should complete it in the minimum of two years.
The MTech programme comprises a thesis only, provided the student
has already passed an instructional offering in research methodology. In
the thesis the student must prove that he/she understands a particular
problem in the industry in which research has been done, is able to
analyse and set it out logically, is able to arrive at a logical conclusion or
diagnosis, and is then able to make proposals for the improvement/the
elimination of the problem. The thesis must comply with the normal
general technical requirements and rules with regard to scope, quality
and layout.
Selection criteria
2.4.4
Students are selected on academic merit and approved field of study.
Curriculum
2.4.5
REN401M
REC501M
Research Methodology *
Thesis**
Chemical Environmental Engineering IV (Project): No wri�en
examination - project to be handed in; oral evaluation.
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NOTES
*
CODE
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY is compulsory, and must be
taken and passed in the first year of study. An equivalent offering
in research methodology already passed at another higher
education institution, can be accredited.
**
A press-ready subject-related article based on the study of the
MTech: Engineering: Chemical must be submi�ed at the same
time as the dissertation for purposes of publication.
9.
PTL101P
Pulp and Paper
Technology I
10. PCY201P
Pulp and Paper
Chemistry II*
11. PCH241P
Physical Chemistry II
(Theory)
PCH2PRA Physical Chemistry II
(Practical)
12. ENP291Q
2.4.6
1.
Application procedures
All applicants must supply the following:
Completed application form
Certified copies of certificates, diploma, etc.
Certified copies of marks obtained in the highest
qualification
Students whose applications have been approved will be
registered provisionally. They must then prepare a research
theme and proposal in consultation with (a) study leader/s. No
students will be allowed to commence their studies until they
have been officially authorised to do so.
Forward your application to:
Director: School of Engineering
UNISA
Private Bag X6
1710 FLORIDA



2.
3.
2.5 National Diploma: Pulp And
Paper Technology
(Programme code: NDPPT)
2.5.1
ENP2PRA
13.
Curriculum
2.5.2
PART 1
PUP101P
Physics I (Theory &
Practical)
See Note 1
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
14. MSA1M1U Management Skills I
(Module A)
15. CEM311A
Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Module
A) (Theory)
CEM3PRA Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Module
A) (Practical)
Chemical Engineering
Technology II (Theory &
Practical)
See Note 1
16. CHP311A
Chemical Plant III
(Module A)
Chemical Engineering
Technology II (Theory &
Practical)
17. PTL201P
Pulp and Paper
Technology II
Pulp and Paper
Technology I
18.
Work intergrated learning: Prerequisite: Successful
Pulp and Paper Practice completion of all the part
II
1 and part 2 study units
PUP201P
PART 4
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
19. MSA1M2U Management Skills I
(Module B)
Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Module
B) (Theory)
Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Module
B) (Practical)
Chemical Engineering
Technology III (Mod A)
See Note 1
21. CHP321B
Chemical Plant III
(Module B)
Chemical Engineering
Technology II(Theory &
Practical)
22. PTL301P
Pulp and Paper
Technology III
Pulp and Paper
Technology II
Pulp and Paper Chemistry
II
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mathematics I
Chemistry I and Physics I
(Theory & Practical)
See Note 1
Work intergrated learning:
Pulp and Paper Practice I *
CODE
20. CEM321B
CODE
Engineering Physics II
(Theory)
Engineering Physics II
(Practical)
Chemistry I
PART 3
Admission requirements
See admission requirements for engineering programmes.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
CEM3PRB
1.
MAT181Q
2.
CPK151V
3.
KVH171Y
4.
CHE181T Chemistry I (Theory)
CHE1PRA Chemistry I (Practical)
See Note 1
23. PCY301P
5.
FIC181C
FIC1PRA
Physics I (Theory)
Physics I (Practical)
See Note 1
Pulp and Paper
Chemistry III*
24. TDA331V
Thermodynamics:
Applied III
6.
IPM101P
Introduction to Pulp and
Paper Making I
25.
Work intergrated learning: Prerequisite: Successful
Pulp and Paper Practice completion of all the part
III
3 study units
Computer Skills I
(Theory)
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical)
Mathematics Gr12/N3
/Tertiary Preparation
Both modules have to
be passed to pass this
subject. See Note 2
Communication Skills I
PUP301P
PART 2
* Study units marked with * are not available in 2007
CODE
7.
QST101P
8.
CEM211F
62
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Quality Assurance and
Statistics I*
Chemical Engineering
Chemistry I (Theory &
Technology II (Theory) Practical)
CEM2PRA Chemical Engineering
See Note 1
Technology II (Practical)
NOTES
1.
The practical component of these study units is compulsory.
Registration of the practical component is done at UNISA. The
practical component must be done at other institutions such as
Vaal Institute of Technology, Durban University of Technology
and Cape Technikon, offering the same courses. If the student
decides to do the practical component at these institutions. Then
UNISA will make the necessary arrangements and pay the costs
involved. Both the theoretical and the practical component of
the subject must be passed before credit for the subject can be
obtained. The practical component must be done simultaneously
or a�er the theoretical component.
The course uses Computer Based Training material; access to a
Personal Computer is compulsory. Also see requirements for IT
related study units.
2.
2.5.3
Work intergrated
learning: Pulp and Paper
WORK INTERGRATED LEARNING:
Work intergrated learning: is an integral part of the National Diploma:
Pulp and Paper. You must be employed or have a placement in a pulp
and paper industry for a period of a year in order to register for the
three work intergrated modules.
Work intergrated learning: is done at a Pulp and Paper industry. It has
three parts namely Pulp and Paper Practice I, Pulp and Paper Practice
II and Pulp and Paper Practice III. Each Practice module is four months
relevant work intergrated learning: and is monitored by means of a
logbook and mentor system.
2.6 National Diploma: Engineering:
Civil
(Programme code: NDECI)
2.6.1
Admission requirements
See paragraph 2a – Admission requirements for National Instructional
Programmes: Engineering
Aim of diploma
2.6.2
CODE
6.
CPK151V
Computer Skills I
(Theory)
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical)
CODE
CMT101C
8.
MAT291X
Mathematics II
9.
Construction Materials I
(Theory)
CMT1PRA Construction Materials I See Note 3
(Practical)
CMD101C
Construction Methods I
Curriculum
PART 1
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
MAT181Q
Mathematics I
2.
SRV121Q
SRV1PRA
Surveying I (Theory)
Surveying I (Practical)
See Note 2
See Note 3
3.
DRW111X
Drawing I
See Note 1
4.
KVH171Y
Communication Skills I
5.
AMC141R
Applied Mechanics I
(Theory)
AMC1PRA Applied Mechanics I
(Practical)
See Note 3
MAT181Q
10. MCL191S
Management: Civil I
11. DRW221Y
Drawing II
DRW111X
12. TST271Z
Theory of Structures II
(Theory)
Theory of Structures II
(Practical)
AMC141R
See Note 3
Surveying: Civil II
(Theory)
Surveying: Civil II
(Practical)
SRV121Q
See Note 2
See Note 3
14. MCL221S
Management: Civil II
MCL191S
15. SAN271Z
Structural Analysis II
TST271Z
16. TPE211C
Transportation
Engineering II (Theory)
Transportation
Engineering II (Project)
Co-requisite: SRC211Q
See Note 1
See Note 4
TST2PRA
13. SRC211Q
SRC2PRA
PART 3
CODE
TPE2PJT
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
17. WEN221R
Water Engineering II
(Theory)
WEN2PRA Water Engineering II
(Practical)
Career opportunities
2.6.4
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
7.
18. GTE281Q
Civil engineering provides career opportunities in the fields of
Transportation, Water, Structural, Geotechnical, Construction
Management, Urban and Environmental engineering.
See Note 1
PART 2
To train a Civil Engineering Technician with sufficient academic
knowledge and practical experience to plan, design construct and
manage projects in the Civil Engineering field.
2.6.3
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
GTE2PRA
19. RCD301C
RCD3PJT
20.
PEC201C
AMC141R
See Note 3
Geotechnical Engineering
II (Theory)
Geotechnical Engineering See Note 3
II (Practical)
Reinforced Concrete
and Masonry Design III
(Theory)
Reinforced Concrete
and Masonry Design III
(Project)
Structural Analysis II
(Theory and Practical)
(SAN271Z)
See Note 4
Work Integrated Learning: All study units in parts 1
Engineering Practice:
and 2
Civil II
See Note 5
PART 4
CODE
21. DCM371Y
DCM3PJT
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Documentation III
(Theory)
Documentation III
(Project)
See Note 4
22. SAN341H
Structural Analysis III
SAN271Z
23. SSD301C
SSD3PJT
Structural Steel and
Timber Design III
(Theory)
Structural Steel and
Timber Design III
(Project)
Structural Analysis
(Theory and Practical)
(SAN271Z)
See Note 4
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CODE
24. TPE381V
TPE3PRA
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Transportation
Engineering III (Theory)
Transportation
See Note 3
Engineering III (Practical)
Water Engineering III
(Theory)
WEN3PRA Water Engineering III
(Practical)
WEN3PJT Water Engineering III
(Project)
25. WEN361F
26. GTE331Q
GTE3PRA
27. PEC301C
Geotechnical Engineering
III (Theory)
Geotechnical Engineering
III (Practical)
Water Engineering II
(Theory and Practical)
(WEN221R)
See Note 3
See Note 4
Geotechnical Engineering
II (Theory & Practical)
(GTE281Q)
See Note 3
COMPUTER-BACKED STUDY UNITS
This study unit uses computer-backed training material. Access to a
personal computer is necessary.
2.
SURVEYING 1 (PRACTICAL) AND SURVEYING:
CIVIL II (PRACTICAL)
Both these practical components consist of a week-long practical session
at a pre-determined venue.
3.
PRACTICAL STUDY UNITS
Both the practical component and the theory component must be passed
to obtain full credit for the study unit.
4.
PROJECT STUDY UNITS
Both the project component and the theory component must be passed
to obtain full credit for the study unit.
5
The Training Plan should aim to distribute the time evenly among the
four practical experience fields.
Prior work experience will count towards the Work Integrated
Learning.
6
DURATION OF COURSE
A minimum period of three years. The national diploma will be
awarded a�er all the prescribed study units have been passed and the
work intergrated training has been completed successfully.
2.7 Baccalaureus Technologiae:
Engineering: Civil
(Programme code: BTECV)
Work Integrated Learning: Co-requisite: PEC201C
Engineering Practice:
All study units in parts 1,
Civil III
2 and 3
See Note 5
NOTES
1.
supervisor in the four practical experience fields. All work must be
certified by a mentor, who must be a professional engineer, registered
with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING: ENGINEERING:
CIVIL
Co-requisites
It is recommended that students wishing to enrol for Engineering
Practice: Civil II – PEC201C should have completed all study units
in Parts 1 and 2. Students enrolling for Engineering Practice: Civil III
– PEC301C should have completed all study units for Parts 1, 2 and 3.
2.7.1
One of the following:
(i)
National Diploma: Engineering: Civil (S4)
(ii)
National Higher Diploma in Civil Engineering (T4)
Students with a National Diploma (T3) in Civil Engineering must do
bridging study units.

Documentation III
Choose three of the following four study units:

Structural Analysis III

Transportation Engineering III

Water Engineering III

Geotechnical Engineering III
2.7.2
Planning experience
Design experience
Contracts experience
Construction experience
A minimum of six months work integrated learning for Engineering
Practice: Civil II and a minimum of six months work integrated learning
for Engineering Practice: Civil III under the supervision of a qualified
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Curriculum
2.7.3
Compulsory for all the Btech Civil Engineering Options:
CODE
EGE401C
For a student to be considered as having met the minimum requirements
to have passed the Work Integrated Learning courses, they are required
to have obtained formal practical experience in a Civil Engineering
related work environment for a period of at least twelve months.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
Aim of qualification
To train Civil Engineering Technologists for specialisation in a particular
field of Civil Engineering, e.g. Transportation, Water, Geotechnical,
Construction Management, Urban and Environmental Engineering.
Suggested work integrated learning (WIL) curricula
The training programme will be agreed to by the student and his
mentor at the beginning of the work intergrated learning: period. The
work integrated learning programme must include the following four
practical experience fields as required by the Engineering Council of
South Africa (ECSA):
Admission requirements
EGE4PJT
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Environmental
Management
Engineering: Civil IV
(Theory)
Environmental
Management
Engineering: Civil IV
(Project)
See Note 2
Choose ONE of the following BTech options:
A.
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING (Spec code:
TRA)
NB
This option is suspended from 2007. No new students will be allowed to register
for this option. Students already registered for this option will be allowed to
complete the required modules by the end of 2008.
CODE
1.
APT401C
APT4PJT
2.
PVT401C
PVT4PJT
3.
TRE401C
TRE4PJT
4.
TRP401C
TRP4PJT
5.
GDS401C
GDS4PJT
B.
Asphalt Technology IV
(Theory)*
Asphalt Technology IV
(Project)*
See Note 3
Traffic Engineering IV
(Theory)*
Traffic Engineering IV
(Project)*
See Note 2
Transportation Planning
IV (Theory)*
Transportation Planning See Note 2
IV (Project)*
Geometric Design IV
(Theory)
Geometric Design IV
(Project)
Hydraulics IV (Theory)
Hydraulics IV (Project)
See Note 2
2.
HDG401C
HDG4PJT
Hydrology IV (Theory)
Hydrology IV (Project)
See Note 2
3.
RDM401C
Reticulation Design and Corequisite: HDL401C
Management IV (Theory)
Reticulation Design and See Note 2
Management IV (Project)
RDM4PJT
WWT401C Waste Water Treatment
Technology IV (Theory)
WWT4PJT Waste Water Treatment
Technology IV (Project)
WTT401C
WTT4PJT
Water Treatment
Technology IV (Theory)
Water Treatment
Technology IV (Project)
CODE
Structural Analysis IV
2.
SMD401C
Structural Masonry
Design IV (Theory)
Structural Masonry
Design IV (Project)
SMD4PJT
SSD401C
SSD4PJT
Structural Steel Design
IV (Theory)
Structural Steel Design
IV (Project)
See Note 2
See Note 2
TST401C
Theory of Structures IV
FEN401C
Foundation Engineering
IV (Theory)
Foundation Engineering See Note 2
IV (Project)
RCD401C
RCD4PJT
Reinforced Concrete
Design IV (Theory)
Reinforced Concrete
Design IV (Project)
See note 1
See Note 2
HGE3PJT
CMT401C
CMT4PJT
3.
GCV401C
GCV4PJT
4.
EDS401C
EDS4PJT
5.
FEN401C
E.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Hydrogeology III
(Theory)*
Hydrogeology III
(Project)*
Construction Materials
Technology IV (Theory)
Construction Materials
Technology IV (Project)
Geology: Civil IV
(Theory)*
Geology: Civil IV
(Project)*
Earthworks Design IV
(Theory)*
Earthworks Design IV
(Project)*
See Note 2
See Note 3
See Note 2
See Note 2
See Note 2
Foundation Engineering
IV (Theory)
Foundation Engineering See Note 2
IV (Project)
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (Spec. cde: COM)
(See Specific programme structure – Construction
Management)
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
MPP401C
Management Principles
and Practice IV
Compulsory
2.
HRC401C
Human Resources
Management: Civil IV
Compulsory
3.
CMC401C
Contract Management:
Civil IV (Theory)
Contract Management:
Civil IV (Project)
Compulsory
Project Management:
Civil IV
Compulsory
4.
PJM401C
See Note 2
Choose ONE of the following study units:
5.
FEN4PJT
HGE301C
CMC4PJT
4.
6.
1.
See Note 2
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
SAN401C
3.
See Note 2
See Note 3
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING (Spec code: GEO)
FEN4PJT
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING (Spec. code: STR) (See
Programme Structure – All Options)
1.
Concrete Technology IV
(Theory)
CNT4PRA Concrete Technology IV
(Practical)
CNT4PJT Concrete Technology IV
(Project)
CNT401C
CODE
2.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
NB
This option is suspended from 2007. No new students will be allowed to register
for this option. Students already registered for this option will be allowed to
complete the required modules by the end of 2008.
WATER ENGINEERING (Spec. code: WAT) (See
Programme Structure – All options)
HDL401C
HDL4PJT
C.
D.
See Note 2
1.
5.
7.
See Note 2
Pavement Technology IV
(Theory)
Pavement Technology IV See Note 2
(Project)
CODE
4.
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Co-requisite: CNT401C
5.
FNM301C
Financial Management III
6.
PME361V
Principles of Management
Economics III
7.
IRN201C
Industrial Relations and
Negotiation II
8.
CLC1M1C Commercial Law: Civil
(Module A)
CLC1M2C Commercial Law: Civil
(Module B)
See Note 2
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F.
URBAN ENGINEERING (Spec. code: URB) (See
Programme structure – all options)
CODE
1.
UPD401C
UPD4PJT
2.
CMT401C
CMT4PJT
3.
PVT401C
PVT4PJT
4.
RDM401C
RDM4PJT
5.
6.
G.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Urban Planning and
Design IV (Theory)
Urban Planning and
Design IV (Project)
Construction Materials
Technology IV (Theory)
Construction Materials
Technology IV (Project)
2.
2.
See Note 2
Both the project component and the theory component must be passed
to obtain full credit for the study unit.
3.
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING (Spec. code: ENV)
(See specific programme structure – Environmental
Engineering)
Compulsory
Co-requisite: EEN4M2C
See Note 2
SNS4M1C
Compulsory
Co-requisite: SNS4M2C
See Note 2
SNS4PJB
Co-requisite: EEN4M1C
See Note 2
3.
SWM401C Solid Waste Management
IV (Theory)
SWM4PJT Solid Waste Management See Note 2
IV (Project)
4.
WWT401C Waste Water Treatment
Technology IV (Theory)
WWT4PJT Waste Water Treatment
Technology IV (Project)
WTT401C
WTT4PJT
Water Treatment
Technology IV (Theory)
Water Treatment
Technology IV (Project)
1.
2.
4.
Choose all THREE of the following study units:
A total of eight (8) study units must be taken.
Environmental Management for Engineers: Civil IV is
compulsory for all the options.
At least five (5) study units must be taken from (any) of the
options and in any BTech specialisation option at least four (4)
study units must be on level IV.
Specific programme
structure – Construction Management
3.
Co-requisite: SNS4M1C
See Note 2
Programme structure
– all options
2.7.5
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
EEN4M1C Environmental
Engineering: Civil IV:
Module A (Theory)
EEN4PJA Environmental
Engineering: Civil IV:
Module A (Project)
EEN4M2C Environmental
Engineering: Civil IV:
Module B* (Theory)
EEN4PJB
Environmental
Engineering: Civil IV:
Module B* (Project)
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY IV
2.7.4
3.
See Note 2
PROJECT STUDY UNITS
This subject may not be taken in combination with Concrete Technology
IV and/or Asphalt Technology IV.
GDS401C
GDS4PJT
Social Environmental
Studies: Civil IV: Module
A (Theory)
Social Environmental
Studies: Civil IV: Module
A (Project)
Social Environmental
Studies: Civil IV: Module
B (Theory)
Social Environmental
Studies: Civil IV: Module
B (Project)
PRACTICAL STUDY UNITS
See Note 3
1.
2.
SNS4M2C
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1.
SWM401C Solid Waste Management
IV (Theory)
SWM4PJT Solid Waste Management See Note 2
IV (Project)
SNS4PJA
5.
NOTES
Both the practical component and the theory component must be passed
to obtain full credit for the study unit.
Reticulation Design and Co-requisite: HDL401C
Management IV (Theory) See Note 2
Reticulation Design and
Management IV (Project)
Geometric Design IV
Geometric Design IV
(Project)
Check the availability of these study units before registration.
See Note 2
Pavement Technology IV
(Theory)
Pavement Technology IV See Note 2
(Project)
CODE
1.
*
The following study units are compulsory for the Construction
Management option:

Management Principles and Practice IV

Human Resource Management: Civil IV

Contract Management: Civil IV

Project Management: Civil IV
Choose any one (1) of the remaining study units from the
Construction Management option.
Choose two (2) study units from the other BTech: Engineering:
Civil options (except from Environmental Engineering).
An extended period of experience to enhance the applicant’s
engineering competency is required for ECSA registration.
Specific programme
structure – Environmental Engineering
2.7.6
1.
2.
The following study units are compulsory for the Environmental
Engineering option:

Environmental Engineering (Civil) IV: Module A
Environmental Engineering (Civil) IV: Module B

Social Environmental Studies (Civil) IV: Module A
Social Environmental Studies (Civil) IV: Module B
For Environmental Engineering all the study units must be
selected from the Environmental Engineering specialisation
field.
See Note 2
2.8 Magister Technologiae:
Engineering: Civil
(Programme code: MTECI)
See Note 2
NB
The offering of this degree is subject to ministerial approval. For further details
contact Civil Engineering.
2.9 National Diploma: Engineering:
Electrical
(Programme code: NDEEN)
A
Admission requirements
Refer to the admission requirements for engineering. Students who have
not done Engineering Science N3, but have done other electrical study
units as part of their N3 should contact the Department of Electrical and
Mining Engineering for approval prior to registration.
B
Purpose of qualification
To train a technician with a sound general knowledge of electrical
engineering, who is capable of applying that knowledge to solve
technical problems independently, and/or co-operatively, in a logical
and responsible manner.
C
Composition and completion
of Curriculum
Table A lists all the study units from which a complete curriculum for
the diploma can be composed. The following minimum requirements
for the diploma should be met:
1.
Compulsory study units: Communication Skills I
Computer Skills I or Programming I
Mathematics I, II, III
Electrical Engineering I, II
Electronics I, II
Digital Systems I
Design Project III
2.
A minimum total of three credits for study units from Table A (**).
3.
At least 0.5 credits for level three (III) study units.
4.
Work integrated learning (previously experiential training)
as offered in Electrical Engineering Practice I and Electrical/
Electronic Engineering Practice II.
**
D
A maximum of 0.5 credits towards the diploma may be taken
from any of the other instructional offerings in Engineering.
Subject prerequisites and corequisites
Refer to table A for the prerequisite and co-requisites for each subject.
A prerequisite subject is a subject that must be passed before the
student can enrol for another subject. A co-requisite subject is a subject
that the student must register for together with the subject under
consideration.
Design project III
F
Design Project III is the main design subject of the National Diploma:
Engineering: Electrical where students apply their level III subject
knowledge to solve a specific problem. Students do projects that are
related to their working environments under the supervision of suitable
mentors. The student must identify his/her own mentor in the working
environment. The student and the mentor should then together identify
a suitable project and propose it in the form of a first progress report.
Students thus have to be working in a technical environment to be able
to do the Design Project III. Since the projects are work-related UNISA
is not in a position to provide students with projects and mentors.
A suitable project will however provide for the phases of problem
definition, concept study, design, evaluations and conclusions.
UNISA will guide and evaluate the student through a mechanism of
progress reports (3), a final report and in conclusion an oral examination.
Prescribed books
G
The books prescribed for each subject are specified in the first tutorial
le�er of each subject or on the myUnisa site.
Suggested curricula
H
Any non-compulsory study units can be chosen in the composition
of a curriculum, as long as the minimum requirements are met. The
curriculum should however be composed in order to prepare the student
for a specific field of specialisation. Suggested fields of specialisation for
curricula are the following:
1.
Computer Systems
2.
Electronics and Electronic Communication
3.
Power Engineering
4.
Process Instrumentation
5.
Mechatronics
6.
Clinical Engineering
There are other fields of specialisation for which curricula can be
composed. Refer to table A for alternative study units.
Availability of study units
I
See TABLE A.
The number of study units for which a student may register is optional
and depends on the amount of study time available. As a general rule,
and in order to establish a sound basis for study management, students
should allow themselves a minimum of one hour of study per day per
subject. This figure should then be kept in mind when selecting the
number of study units.
2.9.1 Computer Systems
(Programme code: NDEEN – COS)
The course uses Computer Based Training material; access to a Personal
Computer is compulsory. Also see requirements for IT related study units.
E
Practical study units
The student must register for the practical and related theoretical study
units simultaneously. Registration fees are payable for all the practical
study units. The student can do the practical work in either his/her
working environment or a�end a practical workshop only in Gauteng.
More details are given in the tutorial le�ers.
Suggested Curriculum
1.
PART 1
CODE
1.
KVH171Y
2.
CPK151V
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Communication Skills
I ++
Computer Skills I
(Theory) ++
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical) ++
See requirements for IT
related study units
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CODE
3.
MAT181Q
Mathematics I ++
See admission
requirements for
Engineering studies
4.
ELE171U
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory ++
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) ++
See admission
requirements for
Engineering studies
ELE1PRA
5.
ECT151R
ECT1PRA
Electronics I – Theory ++ See admission
Electronics I (Practical) requirements for
++
Engineering studies
6.
DIG111Z
Digital systems I
– Theory ++
Digital systems I
(Practical) ++
DIG1PRA
7.
PRG1M1E
PRG1M2E
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Programming I
(PRG111E) (TWO
Modules)
Module A
Module B
See requirements for IT
related study units
Co-requisite: Electronics
II (Theory and Practical)
(ECT261Z and ECT2PRA)
Co-requisite: Mathematics
II (MAT291X)
NSY311E
Network Systems II
(NSY211E)
SYA2M1E
SYA2M2E
20. ELP201E
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
MAT291X
Mathematics II++
Mathematics I (MAT181Q)
9.
ELE281X
Electrical Engineering II
– Theory++
Electrical Engineering II
(Practical) ++
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory (ELE171U)
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) (ELE1PRA)
11. DIG221X
DIG2PRA
12.
PRG2M1E
PRG2M2E
Systems Analysis II (Two Computer Skills (Theory
modules)
and Practical) (CPK151V
Theory
and CPKPRAC)
OR Programming
PC Database
I (PRG1M1E and
PRG1M2E)
See notes **
Work intergrated learning: 15 study units towards
Electronic Engineering
the diploma
Practice II++
CODE
8.
10. ECT261Z
ECT2PRA
Network Systems III
(TCP/IP)
PART 4
PART 2
ELE2PRA
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Electronic
Communication II
– Theory
ECM2PRA Electronic
Communication II
(Practical)
ECM291Z
21. DPJ391U
Digital Systems I (Theory)
(DIG111Z)
Digital systems I
(Practical) (DIG1PRA)
Programming II
(PRG211E) (TWO
modules):
Programming II
Programming II
Programming I
(PRG1M1E and
PRG1M2E))
See requirements for IT
related study units
10 study units on level 1
or 2, & 2 study units on
level 3. See par. F
22. TWO of the following theoretical study units together with the related
& practical study units:
23.
OSY3M1E
Electronics II - Theory++ Electronics I – Theory
Electronics II
(ECT151R)
(Practical)++
Electronics I (Practical)
(ECT1PRA)
Digital Systems II
– Theory
Digital Systems II
(Practical)
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Design Project III++
OSY3M2E
Operating Systems III:
Hardware Concepts
Operating Systems III:
Networking Concepts
Management II (Eng:
Electrical) (2 Modules):
MNG2M1Y Module A
MNG2M2Y Module B
ENT2M1I
ENT2M2I
++
Entrepreneurship II (2
Modules):
Module A
Module B
See notes **
See notes **
Compulsory study units.
13. NSY211E
Network Systems II
NOTES **
14.
Work intergrated learning: 10 study units towards
Electrical Engineering
the diploma
Practice I++
Students who have completed OSY3M2E OPERATING SYSTEMS (Module:
Networking Concepts) will be credited with NSY211E Network Systems II.
EPR101E
Students can only do either Management II or Entrepreneurship II (Not
Both). Both modules of each must be passed to pass the subject.
PART 3
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
14. MAT301W Mathematics III++
Mathematics II
(MAT291X)
15. ECT381A
ECT3PRA
Electronics III - Theory Electronics II (Theory)
Electronics III (Practical) (ECT261Z)
Electronics II (Practical)
(ECT2PRA)
16. DIG331Q
Digital Systems III Theory
Digital Systems III
(Practical)
Digital Systems II
(Theory) (DIG221X)
Digital Systems II
(Practical) (DIG2PRA)
Programming III
Programming
II (PRG2M1E and
PRG2M2E)
DIG3PRA
17. PRO301E
18. TWO of the following theoretical study units together with the related
& practical study units:
19.
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Students registered prior to 2004 who are uncertain as to which
module(s) to register for, must contact the Unisa Contact Centre: 0861
670 411.
2.9.2 Electronics and Electronic
Communication
(Programme code: NDEEN – EEC)
Suggested curriculum
1.
PART 1
CODE
1.
KVH171Y
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Communication Skills I ++
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
2.
CPK151V
Computer Skills I
(Theory) ++
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical) ++
See requirements for IT
related study units
3.
MAT181Q
Mathematics I ++
See admission
requirements for
Engineering Studies
4.
ELE171U
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory ++
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) ++
See admission
requirements for
Engineering Studies
ELE1PRA
CODE
20.
ELP201E
5.
ECT151R
ECT1PRA
Electronics I – Theory ++ See admission
Electronics I (Practical) ++ requirements for
Engineering Studies
PART 4
6.
DIG111Z
Digital systems I
– Theory ++
Digital systems I
(Practical) ++
21. DPJ391U
DIG1PRA
7.
PRG1M1E
PRG1M2E
See admission
requirements for IT
related study units.
MCE341Z
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
MAT291X
Mathematics II++
MAT181Q (Mathematics I)
9.
ELE281X
Electrical Engineering II
– Theory++
Electrical Engineering II
(Practical) ++
ELE171U (Electrical
Engineering I –Theory)
ELE1PRA (Electrical
Engineering I (Practical))
ELE2PRA
10. ECT261Z
ECT2PRA
11. DIG221X
DIG2PRA
12.
PRG2M1E
Digital Systems II
– Theory
Digital Systems II
(Practical)
DIG111Z (Digital Systems
I – Theory)
DIG1PRA (Digital systems
I (Practical))
Programming II
(PRG211E) (TWO
modules):
Programming II
Programming II
Programming I
13.
EPR101E
Electronic
Communication II
– Theory & practical
(ECM291Z and
ECM2PRA)
RAE341X
Radio Engineering III
– Theory
Radio Engineering III
(Practical)
Electronic
Communication II
– Theory & practical
(ECM291Z and
ECM2PRA)
Control Systems III
– Theory
Control Systems III
(Practical)
Electronics II – Theory &
Practical ((ECT261Z and
ECT2PRA)
Electrical Engineering
II –Theory & Practical
(ELE281X and ELE2PRA)
Mathematics III
CSY391B
CSY3PRA
Management II (Eng:
See notes **
Electrical)(Two Modules)
MNG2M1Y Module A
MNG2M2Y Module B
PRG1M1E
ENT2M1I
ENT2M2I
Entrepreneurship II (Two See notes **
Modules)
Module A
Module B
PRO301E
Programming III
Programming II
(PRG2M1E and
PRG2M2E)
FUELCET
Fuel Cell Technology I
This study unit is an
optional extra
FUELCES
Fuel Cell Systems I
This study unit is an
optional extra
PRG1M2E
Work intergrated learning: 10 study units towards
Electrical Engineering
the diploma
Practice I++
PART 3
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
14. MAT301W Mathematics III++
15. ECT381A
ECT3PRA
16. DIG331Q
DIG3PRA
17. ECM291Z
MAT291X (Mathematics II)
ECT261Z (Electronics II
– Theory)
Electronics III (Practical) ECT2PRA (Electronics II
(Practical))
Electronics III - Theory
Digital Systems III Theory
Digital Systems III
(Practical)
Electronic
Communication II
– Theory
ECM2PRA Electronic
Communication II
(Practical)
DIG221X (Digital Systems
II – Theory)
DIG2PRA (Digital
Systems II (Practical))
10 study units on level 1
or 2, & 2 study units on
level 3. See par. F
Microwave
Communication III
– Theory
MCE3PRA Microwave
Communication III
(Practical)
RAE3PRA
Electronics II - Theory++ ETC151R (Electronics I
– Theory)
Electronics II
ETC1PRA (Electronics I
(Practical)++
(Practical))
PRG2M2E
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Design Project III++
22. THREE of the following theoretical study units together with the related
23. practical study units:
&
24.
PART 2
8.
Electronics II – Theory &
Practical
Metrology III and Electronic
Measurements III
MUST be taken together.
Together these study units
are the equivalent of one
subject.
Work intergrated learning: 15 study units towards
Electronic Engineering
the diploma
Practice II++
CODE
Programming I
(PRG111E) (TWO
Modules)
Module A
Module B
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
18. MTR341X Metrology III – Theory
MTR3PRA Metrology III (Practical)
and
19. EKM341X Electronic Measurements
III – Theory
EKM3PRA Electronic Measurements
III (Practical)
++
Compulsory study units.
NOTES **
Students can only do either Management II or Entrepreneurship II (Not
Both). Both modules of each must be passed to pass the subject.
Electronics II (Theory and
Practical) – co-requisite
Mathematics II – corequisite
69
2.9.3 Power Engineering
(Programme code: NDEEN – PEN)
CODE
15. ELE391X
ELE3PRA
Suggested curriculum
1.
16. INE211E
PART 1
INE2PRA
CODE
1.
KVH171Y
2.
CPK151V
3.
4.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Communication Skills I ++
Computer Skills I
(Theory) ++
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical) ++
See requirements for IT
related study units
MAT181Q
See admission
requirements for
Engineering Studies
ELE171U
ELE1PRA
Mathematics I ++
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory ++
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) ++
6.
DIG111Z
Digital systems I
– Theory ++
Digital systems I
(Practical) ++
DIG1PRA
7.
PRG1M1E
PRG1M2E
Programming I
(PRG111E) (TWO
Modules)
Module A
Module B
20.
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mathematics II++
Mathematics I (MAT181Q)
9.
ELE281X
Electrical Engineering II
– Theory++
Electrical Engineering II
(Practical) ++
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory (ELE171U)
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) (ELE1PRA)
10. ECT261Z
ECT2PRA
Electronics II - Theory++ Electronics I – Theory
Electronics II
(ECT151R)
(Practical)++
Electronics I (Practical)
(ELE1PRA)
11. DIG221X
Digital Systems II
– Theory
Digital Systems II
(Practical)
Digital Systems I – Theory
(DIG111Z)
Digital systems I
(Practical) (DIG1PRA)
Programming II
(PRG211E) (TWO
modules):
Programming II
Programming II
Programming I
(PRG1M1E and
PRG1M2E)
PRG2M1E
PRG2M2E
13.
EPR101E
Work intergrated learning: 10 study units towards
Electrical Engineering
the diploma
Practice I++
PART 3
CODE
14. MAT301W Mathematics III++
70
Electronics I – Theory &
Practical (ECT151R and
ECT1PRA)
Electrical Engineering
I – Theory & Practical
(ELE171U and ELE1PRA)
EPR201E
Electrical Distribution III Electrical Engineering
- Theory and
II – Theory & Practical
Electrical Distribution III (ELE281X and ELE2PRA)
(Practical)
Control Systems III
– Theory
Control Systems III
(Practical)
Electronics II – Theory &
Practical (ECT261Z and
ECT2PRA)
Electrical Engineering
II –Theory & Practical
(ELE281X and ELE2PRA)
Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
Digital Systems III
- Theory and
Digital Systems III
(Practical)
Digital Systems II
– Theory & Practical
(DIG221X and DIG2PRA)
Work intergrated learning: 15 study units towards
Electrical Engineering
the diploma
Practice II++
PART 4
MAT291X
12.
DIG331Q
DIG3PRA
8.
DIG2PRA
CSY391B
See admission
requirements for IT
related study units
PART 2
ELE2PRA
ELD371R
CSY3PRA
Electronics I – Theory ++ See admission
Electronics I (Practical) requirements for
++
Engineering Studies
Industrial Electronics II
- Theory and
Industrial Electronics II
(Practical)
18. TWO of the following theoretical study units together with the related
& practical subject:
19.
ELD3PRA
ECT151R
ECT1PRA
Electrical Engineering III Electrical Engineering
- Theory and
II – Theory & Practical
Electrical Engineering III (ELE281X and ELE2PRA)
(Practical)
17. EMM261R Electrical Machines II
- Theory and
EMM2PRA Electrical Machines II
(Practical)
See admission
requirements for
Engineering Studies
5.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mathematics II
(MAT291X)
CODE
21. DPJ391U
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Design Project III++
10 study units on level 1
or 2, & 2 study units on
level 3. See par. F
22. TWO of the following theoretical study units together with the related
& practical study units:
23.
PCE361U
PCE3PRA
Power Electronics III
- Theory and
Power Electronics III
(Practical)
Electronics II (Theory &
Practical) (ECT261Z and
ECT2PRA) OR
Industrial Electronics
II (Theory & Practical)
(INE211E and INE2PRA)
ELM381Z
Electrical Protection III
- Theory and
ELM3PRA Electrical Protection III
(Practical)
Electrical Engineering
II (Theory & Practical)
(ELE281X and ELE2PRA)
EMM371R Electrical Machines III
- Theory and
EMM3PRA Electrical Machines III
(Practical)
Electrical Engineering
II (Theory & Practical)
(ELE281X and ELE2PRA)
&
Electrical Machines II
(Theory & Practical)
(EMM261R and
EMM2PRA)
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
MTR341X Metrology III – Theory
MTR3PRA Metrology III (Practical)
Electronics II – Theory &
Practical (ECT261Z and
ECT2PRA)
and
Metrology III and
Electronic Measurements
EKM341X Electronic Measurements III
MUST be taken together.
III – Theory
EKM3PRA Electronic Measurements These study units will be
III (Practical)
combined and become
one subject pending
on ICT system being
integrated.
Management II (Eng:
See notes **
Electrical)(Two Modules)
MNG2M1Y Module A
MNG2M2Y Module B
ENT2M1I
ENT2M2I
Entrepreneurship II (Two See notes **
Modules)
Module A
Module B
FUELCET
Fuel Cell Technology I
This study unit is an
optional extra
FUELCES
Fuel Cell Systems I
This study unit is an
optional extra
++
Compulsory study units.
9.
ELE281X
ELE2PRA
Suggested curriculum
PART 1
1.
KVH171Y
2.
CPK151V
Digital Systems II
– Theory
Digital Systems II
(Practical)
DIG2PRA
12. PRS131P
PRS1PRA
13.
EPR101E
3.
MAT181Q
Mathematics I ++
See admission
requirements for
Engineering Studies
4.
ELE171U
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory ++
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) ++
See admission
requirements for
Engineering Studies
ECT151R
ECT1PRA
Electronics I – Theory ++ See admission
Electronics I (Practical) ++ requirements for
Engineering Studies
6.
DIG111Z
Digital systems I
– Theory ++
Digital systems I
(Practical) ++
DIG1PRA
7.
PRG1M1E
PRG1M2E
CODE
Programming I
(PRG111E) (TWO
Modules)
Module A
Module B
CODE
MAT291X
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
14. MAT301W Mathematics III++
PRS2PRA
16. INE211E
INE2PRA
17. CSY391B
Process Instrumentation Process Instrumentation
II - Theory and
I – Theory & Practical
Process Instrumentation (PRS131P and PRS1PRA)
II (Practical)
Industrial Electronics II
- Theory and
Industrial Electronics II
(Practical)
Electronics I – Theory &
Practical (ECT151R and
ECT1PRA)
Control Systems III
– Theory
Control Systems III
(Practical)
Electronics II – Theory &
Practical (ECT261Z and
ECT2PRA)
Electrical Engineering
II –Theory & Practical
(ELE281X and ELE281X)
Mathematics III
Digital Systems III
- Theory and
Digital Systems III
(Practical)
Digital Systems II
– Theory & Practical
(DIG221X and DIG2PRA)
19.
Programming II
(PRG211E) (TWO
modules):
Programming II
Programming II
Programming I
(PRG1M1E and
PRG1M2E)
PRG2M1E
PRG2M2E
20.
EPR201E
Work intergrated learning: 15 study units towards
Electrical Engineering
the diploma
Practice II++
CODE
See admission
requirements for IT
related study units.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
21. DPJ391U
Design Project III++
22. PRS341Z
Process Instrumentation Process Instrumentation
III – Theory and
II – Theory & Practical
Process Instrumentation (PRS241S and PRS2PRA)
III (Practical)
PRS3PRA
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mathematics II++
18. DIG331Q
Mathematics II.
PART 4
PART 2
8.
Work intergrated learning: 10 study units towards
Electrical Engineering
the diploma
Practice I++
PART 3
DIG3PRA
5.
Digital Systems I – Theory
(DIG111Z)
Digital systems I
(Practical) (DIG1PRA)
Process Instrumentation I
- Theory and
Process Instrumentation I
(Practical)
Communication Skills I ++
See requirements for IT
related study units
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory (ELE171U)
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) (ELE1PRA)
11. DIG221X
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Computer Skills I
(Theory) ++
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical) ++
ELE1PRA
Electrical Engineering II
– Theory++
Electrical Engineering II
(Practical) ++
Electronics II - Theory++ Electronics I – Theory
Electronics II
(ECT151R)
(Practical)++
Electronics I (Practical)
(ECT1PRA)
CSY3PRA
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
10. ECT261Z
ECT2PRA
15. PRS241S
2.9.4 Process Instrumentation
(Programme code: NDEEN – PIN)
1.
CODE
10 study units on level 1
or 2, & 2 study units on
level 3. See par. F
23. ONE of the following theoretical study units together with the related
practical subject:
Mathematics I
71
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
MTR341X Metrology III – Theory
MTR3PRA Metrology III (Practical)
Electronics II – Theory &
Practical (ECT261Z and
ECT2PRA)
and
Metrology III and
Electronic Measurements
EKM341X Electronic Measurements III
MUST be taken together.
III – Theory
EKM3PRA Electronic Measurements These study units will be
III (Practical)
combined and become
one subject pending
on ICT system being
integrated.
Management II (Eng:
See notes **
Electrical)(Two Modules)
MNG2M1Y Module A
MNG2M2Y Module B
ENT2M1I
ENT2M2I
++
Entrepreneurship II (Two See notes **
Modules)
Module A
Module B
CODE
10. ECT261Z
ECT2PRA
Electronics II - Theory++ Electronics I – Theory
Electronics II
(ECT151R)
(Practical)++
Electronics I (Practical)
(ECT1PRA)
11. DIG111Z
Digital Systems I Theory++
Digital Systems I Practical++
DIG1PRA
12.
PRG1M1E
PRG1M2E
14. SOM251R
Strength of Materials II
– Theory
SOM2PRA Strength of Materials II
- Practical
15.
Students can only do either Management II or Entrepreneurship II (Not
Both). Both modules of each must be passed to pass the subject.
2.9.5 Mechatronics
(Programme code: NDEEN – MEC)
Suggested curriculum
1.
1.
KVH171Y
2.
CPK151V
3.
MAT181Q
Mathematics I ++
See admission
requirements for
Engineering Studies
4.
ELE171U
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory ++
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) ++
See admission
requirements for
Engineering Studies
5.
ECT151R
ECT1PRA
6.
MCA141Z Mechanics I – Theory
MCA1PRA Mechanics I – (Practical)
7.
MED161Q
17. INE211E
Industrial Electronics II
- Theory and
Industrial Electronics II
(Practical)
Electronics I – Theory &
Practical (ECT151R and
ECT1PRA)
Control Systems III
– Theory
Control Systems III
(Practical)
Electronics II – Theory &
Practical (ECT261Z and
ECT2PRA)
Electrical Engineering
II –Theory & Practical
(ELE281X and ELE2PRA)
Mathematics III
Digital Systems II Theory and
Digital Systems II
(Practical)
Digital Systems I – Theory
& Practical (DIG111Z and
DIG1PRA)
CSY3PRA
DIG2PRA
20. MOM371A Mechanics of Machines
III - Theory
MOM3PRA Mechanics of Machines
III - Practical
Mechanics of Machines II
–Theory & Practical
21. FMC201U
Mechanics I – Theory &
Practical (MCA141Z and
MCA1PRA)
Fluid Mechanics II
- Theory
FMC2PRA Fluid Mechanics II
- Practical
22.
EPR201E
Work intergrated learning: 15 study units towards
Electrical Engineering
the diploma
Practice II++
PART 4
CODE
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
8.
MAT291X
Mathematics II++
Mathematics I (MAT181Q)
9.
ELE281X
Electrical Engineering II
– Theory++
Electrical Engineering II
(Practical) ++
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory (ELE171U)
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) (ELE1PRA)
72
INE2PRA
Electronics I – Theory ++ See admission
Electronics I (Practical) ++ requirements for
Engineering Studies
PART 2
ELE2PRA
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mathematics II
(MAT201X). Ook in
Afrikaans aangebied
19. DIG221X
Mechanical Engineering
Drawing I
Work intergrated learning: 10 study units towards
Electrical Engineering
the diploma
Practice I++
CODE
Communication Skills I ++
See requirements for IT
related study units
Mechanics I – Theory &
Practical (MCA141Z and
MCA1PRA)
16. MAT301W Mathematics III++
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Computer Skills I
(Theory) ++
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical) ++
ELE1PRA
EPR101E
18. CSY391B
CODE
See admission
requirements for IT
related study units.
PART 3
(Take Note: This curriculum contains more than the minimum number
of credits for the National Diploma)
PART 1
Programming I
(PRG111E) (Two
Modules):
Module A
Module B
13. MOM251Z Mechanics of Machines II Mechanics I – Theory &
– Theory
Practical (MCA141Z and
MOM2PRA Mechanics of Machines II MCA1PRA)
- Practical
Compulsory study units.
NOTES **
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
23. DPJ391U
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Design Project III++
24. EMM261R Electrical Machines II
- Theory
EMM2PRA Electrical Machines II
- Practical
10 study units on level 1
or 2, & 2 study units on
level 3. See par. F
Electrical Engineering
I – Theory & Practical
(ELE171U and ELE1PRA)
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
25. DIG331Q
Digital Systems III
– Theory
Digital Systems III
- Practical
Digital Systems II
– Theory & Practical
(DIG221X and DIG2PRA)
Power Electronics III
– Theory
Power Electronics III
- Practical
Industrial Electronics
II – Theory & Practical
(INE211E and INE2PRA)
OR Electronics II – Theory
& Practical (ECT261Z and
ECT2PRA)
27. FUELCET
Fuel Cell Technology I
This study unit is an
optional extra
28. FUELCES
Fuel Cell Systems I
This study unit is an
optional extra
DIG3PRA
26. PCE361U
PCE3PRA
++
Compulsory study units.
2.9.6 Clinical Engineering
(Programme code: NDEEN – CEN)
CODE
12.
PRG2M1E
PRG2M2E
13.
PART 1
CODE
CODE
Electronics III - Theory++ Electronics II – Theory
Electronics III
(ECT261Z)
(Practical)++
Electronics II (Practical)
(ECT2PRA)
16. DIG331Q
Digital Systems III
– Theory
Digital Systems III
- Practical
DIG3PRA
17. BSY1015
Bio-systems I ++
18. MEQ3116
Medical Equipment III A
– Theory++
Medical Equipment III A
– Practical++
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
MEQ3P1C
Communication Skills I ++
2.
CPK151V
Computer Skills I
(Theory) ++
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical) ++
See requirements for IT
related study units
19. MEQ3128
3.
MAT181Q
Mathematics I ++
See admission
requirements for
Engineering Studies
20.
4.
ELE171U
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory ++
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) ++
See admission
requirements for
Engineering Studies
ECT151R
ECT1PRA
Electronics I – Theory ++ See admission
Electronics I (Practical) ++ requirements for
Engineering Studies
6.
DIG111Z
Digital Systems I Theory++
Digital Systems I Practical++
DIG1PRA
7.
PRG1M1E
PRG1M2E
CODE
21. DPJ391U
MRS301L
Mathematics II++
Mathematics I (MAT181Q)
9.
ELE281X
Electrical Engineering II
– Theory++
Electrical Engineering II
(Practical) ++
Electrical Engineering I
–Theory (ELE171U)
Electrical Engineering I
(Practical) (ELE1PRA)
DIG2PRA
Electronics II - Theory++ Electronics I – Theory
Electronics II
(ECT151Z)
(Practical)++
Electronics I (Practical)
(ECT1PRA)
Digital Systems II Theory and
Digital Systems II
(Practical)
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Design Project III++
10 study units on level
1 or 2, & 2 study units
on Clinical Engineering
subjects. See par. F
Digital Systems I – Theory
& Practical (DIG111Z and
DIG1PRA)
Medical Radiation
Systems III – Theory*
Biosystems I – Theory
(ESV1015) * Available, 2nd
cycle 2006
Management II (Eng:
See notes **
Electrical)(Two Modules)
MNG2M1Y Module A
MNG2M2Y Module B
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
MAT291X
11. DIG221X
Work intergrated learning: 15 study units towards
Electronic Engineering
the diploma
Practice II++
22. TWO of the following theoretical study units, together with the
& practical study unit
23.
8.
10. ECT261Z
ECT2PRA
ELP201E
PART 4
PART 2
ELE2PRA
Digital Systems II
– Theory & Practical
(DIG221Z and DIG2PRA)
Medical Equipment III B
– Theory++
MEQ3P2D Medical Equipment III B
– Practical++
Programming I (PRG111- See requirements for IT
E) (Two Modules):
related study units
Module A
Module B
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mathematics II
(MAT291X)
15. ECT381A
ECT3PRA
KVH171Y
5.
Work intergrated learning: 10 study units towards
Electrical Engineering
the diploma
Practice I++
14. MAT301W Mathematics III++
1.
ELE1PRA
Programming
I (PRG1M1E and
PRG1M2E)
PART 3
Suggested curriculum
1.
EPR101E
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Programming II
(PRG211E) (TWO
modules):
Programming II
Programming II
ENT2M1I
ENT2M2I
++
Entrepreneurship II (Two See notes **
Modules)
Module A
Module B
Compulsory study units.
NOTES **


Students can only do either Management II or Entrepreneurship
II (Not Both). Both modules of each must be passed to pass the
subject.
Students registered prior to 2004 who are uncertain as to which
module(s) to register for, must contact the Unisa Contact Centre:
0861 670 411
73
TABLE A:
PREREQUISITES AND CO-REQUISITES
STUDY UNIT
NO. OF
CREDITS
CODE
CODE
STUDY UNIT
NO. OF
CREDITS
National Diploma: Engineering:
Electrical
PREREQUISITE
COA
STUDY UNIT REQUISITE
STUDY
UNIT
AVS211E
Avionics II
0.1
AVS111E
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
ECT151R &
ECT1PRA
DIG111Z &
DIG1PRA
MAT131Q
None
X
PREREQUISITE
COA
STUDY UNIT REQUISITE
STUDY
UNIT
AVS111E
Avionics I
0.1
None
None
X
BSY1015
Bio-systems I
0.1
None
None
4
CPK151V
Computer Skills I
– Theory
0.05
None
CPKPRAC
4
CPK291Z
Computer Skills II
0.05
CPK151V &
CPKPRAC
None
X
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
– practical
0
None
CPK151V
4
CSY251H
Control Systems II
– Theory
0.1
CSY2PRA
X
KVH171Y Communi-cation
Skills I
0.05
None
None
4
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
MAT291X
0
X
0.1
None
DIG1PRA
4
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
MAT291X
CSY251H
DIG111Z
CSY2PRA Control Systems II
– practical
DIG1PRA Digital Systems I
– practical
0
None
DIG111Z
4
DCM211E Digital Communication Ii
– Theory
0.1
DIG221X &
DIG2PRA
ELE171U
0.1
None
ELE1PRA
4
DCM2PRA X
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
0
None
ELE171U
4
DCM2PRA Digital Communication II
– practical
0
ELE1PRA Electrical
Engineering I
– practical
DIG221X &
DIG2PRA
EPR101E
Electrical
Engineering
Practice I
0,5
10 Study Units
Towards The
Diploma
None
4
DCM211E
X
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
DIG221X
0.1
DIG111Z &
DIG1PRA
Electronics I
– Theory
0.1
None
ECTIPRA
4
ECT1PRA Electronics I
– practical
0
None
ECT151R
4
DIG2PRA
4
ECT151R &
ECT1PRA
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
0
FUELCET Fuel Cell
Technology I
0.1
None
None
4
DIG111Z &
DIG1PRA
FUELCES Fuel Cell Systems I 0.1
None
None
4
DIG221X
4
ECT151R &
ECT1PRA
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
MAT181Q Mathematics I
0.1
None
None
4
None
MCA141Z Mechanics I
– Theory
0.1
None
MCA1PRA
4
ECM291Z Electronic
0.1
Communi-cation II
– Theory
MCA1PRA Mechanics I
– Practical
0
None
MCA141Z
4
ECM2PRA 4
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
MAT291X
None
MTC111E Mechanical
Technology I
– Theory
0.1
MCA141Z &
MCA1PRA
MTC1PRA
4
ECM2PRA Electronic
0
Communi-cation II
– practical
ECM291Z
4
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
MAT291X
MTC1PRA Mechanical
Technology I
– Practical
0
MCA141Z &
MCA1PRA
MTC111E
4
ECT261Z
0.1
ECT151R &
ECT1PRA
FIC181C
Physics I – Theory
0.1
None
FIC1PRA
4
ECT2 PRA 4
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
DIG111Z &
DIG1PRA
FIC1PRA
Physics I – practical 0
None
FIC181C
4
0
PRS131P
Process
Instrumenta-tion I
– Theory
0.1
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
PRS1PRA
4
ECT2PRA Electronics II
– practical
ECT151R &
ECT1PRA
ECT261Z
4
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
DIG111Z &
DIG1PRA
PRS1PRA Process
Instrumentation I
– Practical
0
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
PRS131P
4
ELE281X
0.1
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
PRG111E
Programming I
0.1
None
CPK151V & 4
CPKPRAC
ELE2PRA
4
ECT151R &
ECT1PRA
DIG111Z &
DIG1PRA
PRJ101Z
Projects I
0.1
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
ECT151R &
ECT1PRA
DIG111Z &
DIG1PRA
None
0
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
ELE281X
4
ECT151R &
ECT1PRA
DIG111Z &
DIG1PRA
ECT151R
74
Digital Systems I
– Theory
Electrical
Engineering I
– Theory
X
Digital Systems II
– Theory
DIG2PRA Digital Systems II
– practical
Electronics II
– Theory
Electrical
Engineering II
– Theory
ELE2PRA Electrical
Engineering II
– practical
PREREQUISITE
COA
STUDY UNIT REQUISITE
STUDY
UNIT
CODE
STUDY UNIT
DPJ391U
Design Projects III
0.1
10 Study units
None
on level 1 or 2
and 2 study units
on level 3
4
EAP311E
Electronic
Applications III
0.1
ECT381A &
ECT3PRA
None
X
Electrical
Distribution III
– Theory
0.1
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
ELD3PRA
4
NO. OF
CREDITS
STUDY UNIT
NO. OF
CREDITS
CODE
PREREQUISITE
COA
STUDY UNIT REQUISITE
STUDY
UNIT
ELP201E
Electronic
Engineering
Practice II
0,5
15 Study units
towards the
diploma
NONE
4
EPR201E
Electrical
Engineering
Practice II
0.5
15 Study units
towards the
diploma
NONE
4
EMM261R Electrical Machines 0.1
II – Theory
None
EMM2 PRA 4
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
ELD371R
EMM2PRA Electrical Machines 0
II – practical
None
EMM261R
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
4
ELD3PRA Electrical
Distribution III
– practical
0
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
ELD371R
4
ENT231I
Entrepeneurship II 0.1
None
NONE
4
ELE391X
0.1
4
Industrial
Electronics II
– Theory
0.1
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
INE2PRA
4
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
ELE3PRA
INE211E
0
4
0
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
INE211E
4
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
ELE391X
INE2PRA Industrial
Electronics II
– practical
MAT181Q
NONE
4
MNG251Y Management II
(Engineering:
Electrical)
0.1
None
NONE
4
EMM261R &
EMM2 PRA
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
4
0.1
EMM371R Electrical Machines 0.1
III – Theory
EMM3PRA
MAT291X Mathematics II
4
0.1
EMM261R &
EMM2 PRA
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
EMM371R
MTC211E Mechanical
Technology II
EMM3PRA Electrical Machines 0
III – practical
ECT381A
0.1
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
ECT3PRA
4
ECT3PRA Electronics III
– practical
0
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
ECT381A
4
EKM341X Electronic
Measurements III
– Theory
0.05
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
EKM3PRA 4
MTR341X &
MTR3PRA
EKM3PRA Electronic
Measurements III
– Practical
0
ECT261Z &
ECT2 PRA
EKM341X
4
MTR341X &
MTR3PRA
0.05
ECT261Z &
ECT2 PRA
None
X
NSY211E
Network Systems
II
0.1
MTC111E
or
Mechanics I
ELE171U & 4
ELE1PRA
ECT151R &
ECT1PRA
DIG111Z &
DIG1PRA
ELE171U &
ELE1PRA
ECT151R &
ECT1PRA
DIG111Z &
DIG1PRA
CPK151V &
CPKPRAC
DIG211X
4
Electrical
Engineering III
– Theory
ELE3PRA Electrical
Engineering III
– practical
Electronics III
– Theory
PRG211E
Programmng II
0.1
PRG111E/
SDG211E
None
4
EKM351X Electrical
Measurements III
PRJ211T
Projects II
0.1
PRJ101Z
None
X
ELM381Z Electrical Protection 0.1
III – Theory
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
ELM3PRA
4
PRS241S
Process
Instrumentation II
– Theory
0.1
PRS131P
&PRS1PRA
PRS2PRA
4
ELM3PRA Electrical Protection 0
III – practical
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
ELM381Z
4
PRS2PRA Process
Instrumentation II
– practical
0
PRS131P
&PRS1PRA
PRS241S
4
ETC301E
Electronic
0.1
Communication III
ECM291Z &
ECM2PRA
LGD311E
0.1
X
So�ware Design II
0.1
None
None
X
DIG331Q &
DIG3PRAC
LGD3PRA
SDG211E
Logic Design III
– Theory
SYA211E
System Analysis II
0.1
None
4
LGD3PRA Logic Design III
– practical
0
DIG331Q &
DIG3PRA
LGD311E
X
AVS311E
Avionics III
0.1
AVS211E
MAT201X
X
LUX311E
0.1
X
Control Systems III 0.1
– Theory
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
MAT301W
CSY3PRA
4
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
LUX3PRA
CSY391B
LUX3PRA Illumination III
– practical
0
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
LUX311E
X
MAT301W Mathematics III
0.1
MAT291X
None
4
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
MAT301W
CSY391B
MEQ3116 Medical Equipment 0.1
III A – Theory
None
MEQ3O1C
4
MEQ3O1C Medical Equipment 0
None
MEQ3116
4
0.1
DIG221X &
DIG2PRA
DIG3PRA
4
MEQ3128 Medical Equipment 0.1
III B – Theory
None
MEQ3P2D
4
0
DIG221X &
DIG2PRA
DIG331Q
4
MEQ3P2D Medical Equipment 0
None
MEQ3128
4
CSY3PRA Control Systems III 0
– practical
DIG331Q
Digital Systems III
– Theory
DIG3PRA Digital Systems III
– practical
4
Illumination III
– Theory
X
III A – Practical
III B -practical
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STUDY UNIT
NO. OF
CREDITS
CODE
PREREQUISITE
COA
STUDY UNIT REQUISITE
STUDY
UNIT
MCE341Z Microwave
0.1
Communication III
– Theory
ECM291Z &
ECM2PRA
MCE3PRA
4
MCE3PRA Microwave
0
Communication III
– practical
ECM291Z &
ECM2PRA
MCE341Z
4
MNG351Y Management III
(Eng)
0.1
MNG251Y
None
4
MTC311E Mechanical
Technology III
0.1
MTC211E
None
4
MTR341X Metrology III
– Theory
0.05
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
MTR3PRA 4
EKM341X &
EKM3PRA
MTR3PRA Metrology III
– practical
0
ECT261Z &
ECT2PRA
MTR341X
4
EKM341X &
EKM3PRA
NSY311E
Network Systems
III – Theory
0.1
NSY211E &
NSY2PRA
None
X
OSY311E
Operatng Systems
III
0.1
PRG211E
None
4
PCE361U
Power Electronics
III – Theory
0.1
INE211E&
INE2PRA
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
PCE3PRA
4
PCE3PRA Power Electronics
III – practical
0
INE211E&
INE2PRA
ELE281X &
ELE2PRA
PCE361U
4
PRO301E
Programming III
0.1
PRG211E/
SDG311E
None
4
PRS341Z
Process
0.1
Instrumentation III
– Theory
PRS241S &
PRS2PRA
PRS3PRA
CSY391B &
CSY3PRA
4
PRS3PRA Process
0
Instrumentation III
– Practical
PRS241S &
PRS2PRA
PRS341Z
CSY391B &
CSY3PRA
4
RAD361S
ECM291Z &
ECM2PRA
RAD3PRA
X
Radar III – Theory 0.1
Engineering Practice I consists of six months relevant work integrated
learning a�er completing 10 (ten) study units towards the diploma.
Electrical Engineering Practice II is similar except that it is done
a�er completing 15 (fi�een) study units towards the diploma. Work
integrated learning is monitored by a log-book and mentor system.
Students with an applicable N6 diploma or N6 certificate together with
a recognised Trade Certificate (issued by the Department of Manpower),
can apply for a credit for Electrical Engineering Practice I. Also see Work
intergrated learning: Engineering: Electrical below.
CO-REQUISITES
EPR101E – Electrical Engineering Practice I:
Ten study units successfully completed towards the national diploma
EPR201E – Electrical Engineering Practice II:
Fi�een study units successfully completed towards the national diploma
ELP201E – Electronic Engineering Practice II:
Fi�een study units successfully completed towards the national diploma
Fields of specialisation
3
The fields of specialisation for which curricula are suggested are the
following:

Computer Systems

Electronics and Electronic Communication

Power Engineering

Process Instrumentation

Mechatronics

Clinical Engineering
Suggested curricula
4
EPR101E – Electrical Engineering Practice I
Topics from which the student and his/her mentor/training manager
in consultation with the UNISA representative, can draw up a training
programme to make out the required 24 weeks of work intergrated
learning: in the applicable field of study, are listed in the following
table:
ITEM
NO.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
TIME PERIOD
*1
Orientation
1 Week
*2
Safety / First Aid Skills
Nil
*3
Basic Hand Skill and Computer Literacy
3 Weeks
*4
General Administration
1 Week
RAD3PRA Radar III
– practical
0
ECM291Z &
ECM2PRA
RAD361S
X
RAE341X
0.1
ECM291Z
&ECM2PRA
RAE3PRA
4
*5
Report Writing
1 Week
0
ECM291Z &
ECM2PRA
RAE341X
4
*6
Electrical Components / Electronic
Components / Wiring of Circuits
4 Weeks
None
None
X
*7
Circuit Diagrams and Applicable Drawings
3 Weeks
X
*8
Measuring Instruments
3 Weeks
9
Power Sources
3.weeks
10
Programmable Devices
3 Weeks
11
Measuring Instruments and Analysers
3 Weeks
12
Assembly and Preparation of Computer
Components
3 Weeks
13
Network Administration
3 Weeks
Radio Engineering
III – Theory
RAE3PRA Radio Engineering
III – practical
SDG311E
So�ware Design III 0.1
SGP301E
Signal Processing
III
0.1
TEV351V
Television III
– Theory
0.1
TEV3PRA Television III
– Practical
A
4
X
?
2
-
0
ECM291Z &
ECM2PRA
ECM291Z &
ECM2PRA
TEV3PRA
TEV351V
X
X
Availability
Offered
Not offered
Inquire about availability
Work intergrated learning:
Engineering: Electrical
Work integrated learning is done at a company (approved by UNISA)
a�er registering for Electrical Engineering Practice I or II. Electrical
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14
Application Programming
3 Weeks
15
Basic Communication ( Modems, X.25 Pads)
3 Weeks
16
Power Supplies
2 Weeks
17
Flow Measurement
1 Week
18
Pressure Measurement
1 Week
19
Level Measurement
1 Week
20
Temperature Measurement
1 Week
ITEM
NO.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
TIME PERIOD
21
Control Systems
2 Weeks
22
Wiring and Soldering of Elementary Circuits
2 Weeks
23
Manufacturing of Pc Boards
2 Weeks
24
Wiring Arrangements and Cable Binding
3 Weeks
*
4.
POWER ENGINEERING
ITEM
NO.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1
Power Cables
2
Overhead Lines
3
Power Transformers
Items 1-8 are common to all fields of specialisation and must be
completed by all students.
4
AC Machines
5
DC Machines
ELP201E – Electronic Engineering Practice II
All topics for the second part of work intergrated learning: are listed
below, from which at least five mentioned in each field of specialisation,
need to be covered to make up a total of 24 weeks.
6
Rectification and Conversion
7
Protection Systems
8
Switchgear
9
Installation and Commissioning of Equipment
10
Drawing and Design of Circuits and Systems
11
Any other Task in Agreement with Technikon SA
1.
COMPUTER SYSTEMS
ITEM
NO.
1
ITEM DESCRIPTION
Advanced Communication Systems
2
Requirements, Analysis and Design of Network Systems
3
Project Management, Installation, Commissioning and
Testing of Computer – System
4
Trouble Shooting and Maintenance of Computer Network
Systems
5
Computer Aided Engineering and Computer Applications
6
Quality Control (ISO 9000)
7
Any other Task in Agreement with Technikon SA
2.
ELECTRONICS AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION
ITEM
NO.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1
Communication Systems
2
Industrial Electronics and Instrumentation
3
Design of Analogue and / or Digital Systems
4
Installation, Commissioning and Testing of New Analogue
/digital Systems
5
Fault-finding and Maintenance of Digital and Analogue
Systems
6
Computer-aided Engineering and Computer Applications
7
Quality Control
8
Any other Task in Agreement with Technikon SA
3.
PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION
ITEM
NO.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1
Communication Systems
2
Industrial Electronics and Instrumentation
3
Design of Analogue and / or Digital Systems
4
Installation, Commissioning and Testing of New Analogue
/digital Systems
5
Fault-finding and Maintenance of Digital and Analogue Systems
6
Computer-aided Engineering and Computer Applications
7
Quality Control
8
Any other Task in Agreement with Technikon SA
EPR201E – Electrical Engineering Practice II
All topics for the second part of work intergrated learning: are listed
below, from which at least five mentioned in each field of specialisation,
need to be covered to make up a total of 24 weeks.
5.
MECHATRONICS
ITEM
NO.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1
Electrical and Mechanical Systems
2
Measuring Instruments
3
AC and DC Machines
4
Protection Systems
5
Mechanisation, Control Systems and Automation
6
Fault-finding and Maintenance
7
Drawing and Design of Circuits and Systems
8
Installation and Commissioning of Equipment
9
Project Scheduling
10
Computer Aided Engineering and Computer Applications
11
Any other Task in Agreement with Technikon SA
2.10 Baccalaureus Technologiae:
Engineering: Electrical
(Programme code: BTELN)
A
Admission requirements
One of the following:
(i)
National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical (S4) with Mathematics III
OR
(ii)
National Diploma In Electrical Engineering (T3) with
Mathematics III
PLUS the Bridging Subject: Design Project III (DPJ391U)
OR
(iii) National Higher Diploma in Electrical Engineering (T4) with
Mathematics III,
PLUS the Bridging Subject: Design Project III (DPJ391U)
OR
(iv)
equivalent relevant qualification.
Table B lists all the study units from which a complete curriculum for
the degree can be composed. The following minimum requirements for
the degree should be met:
1.
2.
***
Compulsory study units:
IPR401E
Industrial Project IV
EMT401E
Engineering Mathematics IV
A further minimum of 0.6 credits for study units from table B (***).
A maximum of 0.2 credits towards the degree may be taken from
any of the other instructional offerings in Engineering at level
IV.
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B
Purpose of qualification
To train an electrical engineer technologist capable of exercising
leadership and of applying problem-solving techniques and innovation
in the development, production, testing, commissioning and
maintenance of an engineering environment. She/he must be capable of
decision-making at an intellectual level requiring mature judgement and
have the ability to conceive, identify and optimise technical solutions.
C
Subject prerequisites and corequisites
Refer to table B for the prerequisites and co-requisites for each subject.
A pre-requisite subject is a subject that must be passed before the
student can enrol for another subject. A co-requisite implies that the
student must register for these study units together with the subject
under consideration.
D
Compulsory subject: Industrial
Project IV
Since the subject Industrial Project IV is based on theoretical knowledge
gained at BTech level, it is required that at least four technical electrical
study units on the BTech level be completed before registration for
Industrial Project IV is allowed.
E
Practical study units
The student must register for the practical and related theoretical
study units simultaneously. Registration fees are payable for all the
practical study units. The student can do the practical work either in
his/her working environment or a�end a practical workshop (ONLY in
Gauteng). More details are given in the tutorial le�ers.
F
The field of study as well as the mentor will be approved by a UNISA
supervisor. The field of study forms the basis for the first stage of
the project namely a literature study. During this phase the student
familiarises him/herself with all relevant technologies in the field.
Only in the next stage will the student together with his/her mentor
and based on the literature study define a specific project title. The
actual project then commences under the supervision of the UNISA
supervisor and the guidance of the mentor. Progress reports form the
basis of evaluating the student’s progress and providing the necessary
supervision. The final evaluation takes the form of a presentation which
is evaluated by a panel of experts from Unisa and industry according to
the standards required by the Engineering Council of South Africa.
Prescribed books
The books prescribed for each subject are specified in the first tutorial
le�er of each subject.
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Any non-compulsory study units can be chosen in the composition
of a curriculum, as long as the minimum requirements are met. The
curriculum would however normally be composed in order to prepare
the student for a specific field of specialisation. Suggested fields of
specialisation for curricula are the following:
1.
Computer Systems
2.
Power Engineering
3.
Process Instrumentation
4.
Telecommunication
5.
Clinical Engineering
There are other fields of specialisation for which curriculums can be
composed. Refer to table B for alternative study units.
2.10.1 Computer Systems
(Programme code: BTELN – COS)
Suggested curriculum
1.
1.
COMPULSORY STUDY UNITS
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
IPR401E
Industrial Project IV
2.
EMT401E
Engineering Mathematics Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
IV
3.
DBP401E
Database Programming IV Programming II
(PRG2M1E and
PRG2M2E)
4.
CMN401E
Computer Networks IV
Network Systems III
(NSY311E)
5.
SSY401E
So�ware Systems IV
Programming III
(PRO301E) & Systems
Analysis II (SYA2M1E and
SYA2M2E)
6.
SWE401I
So�ware Engineering IV Programming III
(PRO301W) & Systems
Analysis II (SYA2M1E and
SYA2M2E)
Industrial project IV
Industrial Project IV is the project subject of the BTech: Engineering:
Electrical integrating and applying various technologies. This subject
is also based on solving an industry-related problem. Students have to
identify a suitable mentor in the working environment and together
with the mentor identify a field of study that finds application in his/
her working environment. Due to the industrial nature of the subject
UNISA cannot provide a student with a project or a mentor.
G
Suggested curricula
H
2.
CHOOSE TWO FROM THE FOLLOWING:
CODE
7.
DSP401E
DSP4PRA
8.
OPE401E
OPE4PRA
9.
Design Project III
(DPJ391U) and 4 level IV
technical electrical study
units. See par. F
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Digital Signal Processing Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
IV (Theory
Digital Signal Processing
IV (Practical)
Opto-Electronics IV
(Theory)
Opto-Electronics IV
(Practical)
CAN401E
Circuit Analysis IV
(Theory)
CAN4PRA Circuit Analysis IV
(Practical)
Electronics III – Theory &
Practical (ECT381A and
ECT3PRA)
Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
10. ENT401I
ENM401E
Entrepreneurship IV Or
Engineering
Management IV
11. ECT401E
ECT4PRA
Electronics IV (Theory) Electronics III – Theory &
Electronics IV (Practical) Practical (ECT381A and
ECT3PRA)
The project for
Entrepreneurship IV must
be engineering-oriented.
NOTES:
BELOW TO MAKE UP A TOTAL OF SIX STUDY
UNITS FROM ALL THE ELECTIVES.
A total of eight study units must be passed.
See requirements for IT related study units.
1.
2.
2.10.2 Power Engineering
(Programme code: BTELN – PEN)
Suggested curriculum
1.
1.
COMPULSORY STUDY UNITS
CODE
1.
2.
2.
IPR401E
EMT401E
4.
6.
7.
Electrical Engineering III
& Electrical Protection
III – Theory & Practical
(ELE391X and ELE3PRA)
PRT401E
Electrical Protection III
– Theory & Practical
(ELM381Z and
ELM3PRA)
Protection Technology IV
(Theory)
Protection Technology IV
(Practical)
ELM401E
Electrical Protection III
– Theory & Practical
(ELM381Z and
ELM3PRA)
EMM401E
Electrical Machines IV
(Theory)
EMM4PRA Electrical Machines IV
(Practical)
Electrical Machines III
– Theory & Practical
(EMM371R and
EMM3PRA)
PSY401E
Power Systems IV
(Theory)
Power Systems IV
(Practical)
Electrical Engineering
III – Theory & Practical
(ELE391X and ELE3PRA)
and Electrical Distribution
III – Theory & Practical
(ELD371R and ELD3PRA)
Power Electronics IV
(Theory)
Power Electronics IV
(Practical)
Power Electronics III
– Theory & Practical
(PCE3PRA and PCE361U)
Digital Control Systems
IV (Theory)
Digital Control Systems
IV (Practical)
or
Control Systems IV
(Theory)
Control Systems IV
(Practical)
Control Systems III
and Digital Systems
II - Theory & Practical
(DIG221X and DIG2PRA)
PCE401E
DCS401E
CSY401E
CSY4PRA
10. ECT401E
ECT4PRA
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Opto-Electronics IV
(Theory)
Opto-Electronics IV
(Practical)
12. CAN401E
Circuit Analysis IV
(Theory)
CAN4PRA Circuit Analysis IV
(Practical)
13. ENT401I
ENM401E
Entrepreneurship IV
or
Engineering
Management IV
Control Systems III
- Theory & Practical
(CSY391S and CSY3PRA)
Electronics IV (Theory) Electronics III – Theory &
Electronics IV (Practical) Practical (ECT381A and
ECT3PRA)
IF FEWER THAN SIX STUDY UNITS WERE CHOSEN
FROM THE ELECTIVES CHOOSE ANOTHER ONE
OR TWO STUDY UNITS FROM THE STUDY UNITS
Electronics III – Theory &
Practical (ECT381A and
ECT3PRA)
Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
The project for
Entrepreneurship IV must
be engineering-oriented
NOTE:
A total of eight study units must be passed.
2.10.3 Process Instrumentation
(Programme code: BTELN – PIN)
Suggested curriculum
1.
1.
COMPULSORY STUDY UNITS
CODE
Electrical Protection IV
(Theory)
ELM4PRA Electrical Protection IV
(Practical)
DCS4PRA
3.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
High Voltage
Engineering IV (Theory)
HVE4PRA High Voltage
Engineering IV
(Practical)
PCE4PRA
9.
Design Project III and
4 level IV technical
electrical study units. See
par. F
Engineering Mathematics Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
IV
HVE401E
PSY4PRA
8.
OPE4PRA
CHOOSE A MINIMUM OF FOUR AND A MAXIMUM
OF SIX FROM THE FOLLOWING:
PRT4PRA
5.
11. OPE401E
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Industrial Project IV
CODE
3.
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
IPR401E
Industrial Project IV
2.
EMT401E
Engineering Mathematics Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
IV
3.
PRS401E
Process Instrumentation Process Instrumentation
IV (Theory)
III – Theory & Practical
Process Instrumentation (PRS341Z and PRS3PRA)
IV (Practical)
PRS4PRA
Design Project III and
4 level IV technical
electrical study units
4.
DCS401E
Digital Control Systems
IV (Theory)
Control Systems III and
Digital Systems II Theory
& Practical (DIG221X and
DIG2PRA)
5.
CSY401E
Control Systems IV
(Theory)
Control Systems IV
(Practical)
Control Systems III
- Theory & Practical
(CSY391A and CSY3PRA)
CSY4PRA
6.
2.
ECT401E
ECT4PRA
Electronics IV (Theory) Electronics III – Theory &
Electronics IV (Practical) Practical (ECT381A and
ECT3PRA)
CHOOSE TWO FROM THE FOLLOWING:
CODE
7.
DSP401E
DSP4PRA
8.
OPE401E
OPE4PRA
9.
CAN401E
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Digital Signal Processing Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
IV (Theory)
Digital Signal Processing
IV (Practical)
Opto-Electronics IV
(Theory)
Opto-Electronics IV
(Practical)
Circuit Analysis IV
(Theory)
CAN4PRA Circuit Analysis IV
(Practical)
Electronics III – Theory &
Practical (ECT381A and
ECT3PRA)
Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
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CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
10. CMN401E
Computer Networks IV
Network Systems III
(MSY311E)
11. ENT401I
Entrepreneurship IV
or
Engineering
Management IV
The project for
Entrepreneurship IV must
be engineering-oriented
ENM401E
12. ENT401I
ENM401E
A total of eight study units must be passed.
See requirements for IT related study units.
Suggested curriculum
1.
COMPULSORY STUDY UNITS
CODE
1.
IPR401E
2.
EMT401E
3.
ECM401E
4.
2.
Engineering Mathematics Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
IV
RAE401E
Radio Engineering III
- Theory & Practical
(RAE341X and RAE3PRA)
DSP401E
ECT401E
ECT4PRA
Radio Engineering IV
(Theory)
Radio Engineering IV
(Practical)
Electronics IV (Theory) Electronics III – Theory &
Electronics IV (Practical) Practical (ECT381A and
ECT3PRA)
8.
9.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Microwave Engineering
IV (Theory
MWE4PRA Microwave Engineering
IV (Practical)
Radio Engineering III
- Theory & Practical
(RAE341X and RAE3PRA)
Satellite Communications Radio Engineering III
IV (Theory)
- Theory & Practical
SCM4PRA Satellite Communications (RAE341X and RAE3PRA)
IV (Practical)
OPE401E
Opto-Electronics IV
(Theory)
Opto-Electronics IV
(Practical)
10. CAN401E
Circuit Analysis IV
(Theory)
CAN4PRA Circuit Analysis IV
(Practical)
11. CMN401E
Computer Networks IV
Suggested curriculum
1.
1.
COMPULSORY STUDY UNITS
CODE
Electronics III – Theory &
Practical (ECT381A and
ECT3PRA)
Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
Network Systems III
(NSY311E)
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
IPR401E
Industrial Project IV
2.
EMT401E
Engineering Mathematics Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
IV
3.
MEQ4018
Medical Equipment IV A
– Theory
Medical Equipment IV A
- Practical
Medical Equipment III A
– Theory (MEQ3116)
Medical Equipment III A
- Practical (MEQ301C)
Design Project III and
3 level IV Clinical
Engineering study units
Medical Equipment IV B
– Theory
MEQ4P2G Medical Equipment IV B
- Practical
Medical Equipment III B
– Theory (MEQ3128)
Medical Equipment III B
- Practical (MEQ302D)
4.
MEQ4029
5.
CET401J
Clinical Engineering
Medical Equipment III A
Technology Management – Theory (MEQ3116)
IV
Medical Equipment III A
– Practical (MEQ301C)
6.
ENM401E
Engineering
Management IV
2.
CHOOSE THREE FROM THE FOLLOWING:
CODE
7.
DSP401E
DSP4PRA
8.
SCM401E
OPE4PRA
80
2.10.5 Clinical Engineering
(Programme code: BTELN – CEN)
CHOOSE TWO FROM THE FOLLOWING:
MWE401E
The project for
Entrepreneurship IV must
be engineering-oriented
NB
Availability of study units: see Table B.
MEQ4P1F
Digital Signal Processing Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
IV (Theory)
Digital Signal Processing
IV (Practical)
CODE
7.
Design Project III and 4
level IVtechnical electrical
study units
Radio Engineering III
- Theory & Practical
(RAE341X and RAE3PRA)
DSP4PRA
6.
Industrial Project IV
Electronic
Communication IV
(Theory)
ECM4PRA Electronic
Communication IV
(Practical)
RAE4PRA
5.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Entrepreneurship IV
or
Engineering
Management IV
A total of eight study units must be passed.
See requirements for IT related study units.
2.10.4 Telecommunication
(Programme code: BTELN – TEL)
1.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
NOTES:
1.
2.
NOTES:
1.
2.
CODE
OPE401E
OPE4PRA
9.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Digital Signal Processing Mathematics III
IV (Theory)
(MAT301W)
Digital Signal Processing
IV (Practical)
Opto-Electronics IV
(Theory)
Opto-Electronics IV
(Practical)
CAN401E
Circuit Analysis IV
(Theory)
CAN4PRA Circuit Analysis IV
(Practical)
10. ECT401E
ECT4PRA
11. MWE401E
Electronics III – Theory &
Practical (ECT381A and
ECT3PRA)
Mathematics III
(MAT301W)
Electronics IV (Theory) Electronics III – Theory &
Electronics IV (Practical) Practical (ECT381A and
ECT3PRA)
Microwave Engineering
IV (Theory
MWE4PRA Microwave Engineering
IV (Practical)
Radio Engineering III
- Theory & Practical
(RAE341X and RAE3PRA)
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
CODE
12. ECM401E
Radio Engineering III
- Theory & Practical
(RAE341X and RAE3PRA)
ECT401E
Electronic
Communication IV
(Theory)
ECM4PRA Electronic
Communication IV
(Practical)
13. RAE401E
RAE4PRA
14. ENT401I
Radio Engineering IV
(Theory)
Radio Engineering IV
(Practical)
Radio Engineering III
- Theory & Practical
(RAE341X and RAE3PRA)
Entrepreneurship IV
or
The project for
Entrepreneurship IV must
be engineering-oriented
NOTES:
1.
2.
A total of eight study units must be passed.
See requirements for IT related study units.
NB
Availability of study units: see table B
BTech: Engineering: Electrical
TABLE B
SUBJECT PREREQUISITES AND CO-REQUISITES
SUBJECT
NO. OF
CREDITS
CODE
PREREQUISITE
SUBJECT
COREQUISITE
A
SUBJECT
Electronics IV
– Theory
NO. OF
CREDITS
CODE
COREQUISITE
A
ECT381A &
ECT3PRA
ECT4PRA
4
ECT4PRA Electronics IV – Pra 0
Ctical
ECT381A &
ECT3PRA
ECT401E
4
ELM401E Electrical Protection 0.1
IV – Theory
ELM381Z&
ELM3PRA
ELM4PRA
X
ELM4PRA Electrical Protection 0
IV –practical
ELM381Z &
ELM3PRA
ELM401E
X
EMF401E
MAT301W
None
X
EMM401E Electrical Machines 0.1
IV – Theory
EMM371R &
EMM3PRA
EMM4PRA
4
EMM4PRA Electrical Machines 0
IV – practical
EMM371R &
EMM3PRA
EMM401E
4
ENM401E Engineering
Management IV
0.1
None
None
4
EMT401E Engineering
Mathematics IV
0.1
MAT301W
None
4
ENT401I
0.125 None
None
4
HVE401E High Voltage
Engineering IV
– Theory
0.1
ELE391X &
ELE3PRA
ELD371R &
ELD3PRA
HVE4PRA
4
0
ELE391X &
ELE3PRA
ELD371R &
ELD3PRA
HVE401E
4
Electric And
Magnetic Field
Theory IV
Entrepreneurship
IV
0.1
PREREQUISITE
SUBJECT
0.1
AUE401E Audio Engineering 0.1
IV
ECT381A &
ECT3PRA
None
X
CAN401E Circuit Analysis IV 0.1
– Theory
MAT301W
CAN4PRA
4
HVE4PRA High Voltage
Engineering IV
– practical
CAN4PRA Circuit Analysis IV 0
– practical
MAT301W
CAN401E
4
IPR401E
Industrial Project
IV
0.3
4
CET401J
MEQ3116 &
MEQ3P1C
None
X
DPJ391U & AT
None
LEAST 4 LEVEL
IV ELECTRICAL
STUDY UNITS
LUX401E
Illumination IV
– Theory
0.1
LUX311E &
LUX3PRA
LUX4PRA
X
PRG211E
None
4
LUX4PRA Illumination IV
– practical
0
LUX311E &
LUX3PRA
LUX401E
X
CSY391B &
CSY3PRA
CSY4PRA
4
MEQ4018 Medical Equipment 0.1
IV A – Theory
MEQ3116 &
MEQ3P1C
MEQ4P1F
X
CSY4PRA Control Systems IV 0
– practical
CSY391B &
CSY3PRA
CSY401E
4
MEQ4P1F Medical Equipment 0
IV A – Practical
MEQ3116 &
MEQ3P1C
MEQ4018
X
DBP401E
Database
Programming IV
0.1
PRG211E
None
4
MEQ4029 Medical Equipment 0.1
IV B – Theory
MEQ3128 &
MEQ3P2D
MEQ4P2G
X
DCS401E
Digital Control
Systems IV
0.1
CSY391B &
CSY3PRA
DIG221X &
DIG2PRA
None
4
MEQ4P2G Medical Equipment 0
IV B – Practical
MEQ3128 &
MEQ3P2D
MEQ4029
X
MST401E
0.1
MST4PRA
X
0.1
MAT301W
DSP4PRA
4
EKM351X
EKM341X &
EKM3PRA
MTR341X &
MTR3PRA
0
MAT301W
DSP401E
4
0
MST401E
X
ECM401E Electronic
0.1
Communication IV
Theory
RAE341X &
RAE3PRA
ECM4PRA
4
EKM351X &
EKM3PRA
MTR341X &
MTR3PRA
MSD401E Micro Systems
0.1
Design IV – Theory
DIG331Q &
DIG3PRA
MSD4PRA
X
ECM4PRA Electronic
0
Communication IV
–practical
RAE341X &
RAE3PRA
ECM401E
4
MSD4PRA Micro Systems
Design IV
– practical
0
DIG331Q &
DIG3PRA
MSD401E
X
ECS401E
ECM401E &
ECM4PRA
None
X
MCS401E Microcontroller
Systems IV
0.1
DIG331Q &
DIG3PRA
None
X
Clinical
Engineering
Technology
Management IV
CMN401E Computer
Networks IV
CSY401E
DSP401E
0.1
0.1
Control Systems IV 0.1
– Theory
Digital Signal
Processing IV
– Theory
DSP4PRA Digital Signal
Processing IV
– practical
Electronic
Communication
System IV
0.1
Measurement
Technology IV
– Theory
MST4PRA Measurement
Technology IV
– practical
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PREREQUISITE
SUBJECT
COREQUISITE
CODE
A
SUBJECT
NO. OF
CREDITS
SUBJECT
NO. OF
CREDITS
CODE
PREREQUISITE
SUBJECT
COREQUISITE
A
SSM401E
System Simulation
IV
0.1
ECT381A &
ECT3PRA
None
X
TVE401E
Televsion
Engneering IV
– Theory
0.1
TVE351V &
TVE3PRAC
TVE4PRA
X
4
TVE351V &
TVE3PRAC
TVE401E
X
X
TVE4PRA Televsion
Engneering IV
– practical
0
None
ECT381A &
ECT3PRA
OPE4PRA
4
OPE4PRA Opto-electronics IV 0
– practical
ECT381A &
ECT3PRA
OPE401E
4
PLK401E
Plant Engineering
And Legal
Knowledge IV
0.2
None
None
X
PCE401E
Power Electronics
IV – Theory
0.1
PCE361U &
PCE3PRA
PCE4PRA
4
PCE4PRA Power Electronics
IV – practical
0
PCE361U&
PCE3PRA
PCE401E
4
PSY401E
0.1
ELE391X &
ELE3PRA
PSY4PRA
4
ELE391X &
ELE3PRA
PSY401E
4
0.1
CSY391B &
CSY3PRA
PCT4PRA
X
0
CSY391B &
CSY3PRA
PCT401E
X
PRS341Z &
PRS3PRA
PRS4PRA
4
PRS4PRA Process
0
Instrumentation IV
– practical
PRS341Z &
PRS3PRA
PRS401E
4
PRT401E
0.1
ELM381Z &
ELM3PRA
PRT4PRA
4
0
ELM381Z &
ELM3PRA
PRT401E
4
RAD401E Radar Engineering 0.1
IV – Theory
RAD361S &
RAD3PRA
RAD4PRA
X
RAD4PRA Radar Engineering 0
IV – practical
RAD361S &
RAD3PRA
RAD401E
X
RAE401E
0.1
RAE341X &
RAE3PRA
RAE4PRA
4
0
RAE341X &
RAE3PRA
RAE401E
4
SCM401E Satellite
0.1
Communications IV
– Theory
RAE341X &
RAE3PRA
SCM4PRA
4
SCM4PRA Satellite
0
Communications IV
– practical
RAE341X &
RAE3PRA
SCM401E
4
SGP401E
0.1
MAT301W
SGP4PRA
X
SGP4PRA Signal Processing
IV – practical
0
MAT301W
SGP401E
X
SWE401I
So�ware
Engineering IV
0.1
PRG311E,
SYA211E
None
4
SSY401E
So�ware Systems
IV
0.1
PRG311E,
SYA211E
None
4
MWE401E Microwave
Engineering IV
– Theory
0.1
RAE341X &
RAE3PRA
MWE4PRA 4
MWE4PRA Microwave
Engineering IV
– practical
0
RAE341X &
RAE3PRA
MWE401E
NMS401E Numerical Methods 0.1
And Statistics IV
MAT301W
OPE401E
Optoelectronics IV
– Theory
Power Systems IV
– Theory
0.1
PSY4PRA Power Systems IV
– practical
PCT401E
Process Control:
Electrical IV
– Theory
PCT4PRA Process Control:
Electrical IV
– practical
PRS401E
Process
0.1
Instrumentation IV.
– theory
Protection
Technology IV
– Theory
PRT4PRA Protection
Technology IV
– practical
Radio Engineering
IV – Theory
RAE4PRA Radio Engineering
IV – practical
82
Signal Processing
IV – Theory
A
4
X
?
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2.11 Magister Technologiae:
Engineering: Electrical
(Programme code: MTEEN)
NB
This degree will be offered in 2007, subject to governmental approval. For
further information contact the Head of the Department of Electrical and
Mining Engineering.
2.12 National Diploma: Engineering:
Industrial
(Programme code: NDEID)
Aim of diploma
2.12.1
Persons achieving this qualification should be competent in applying
operations management techniques and strategies resulting in
effectiveness and productivity in the industry. The qualified person will
be able to register with ECSA.
2.12.2
Admission requirements
Matric or equivalent certificate with a pass in Mathematics, Science and
English (Minimum D symbol at SG or E symbol at HG)
OR
N3 with Mathematics and Science (50% or higher)
Duration of course
2.12.3
A minimum of three years. The national diploma will be awarded
a�er all the prescribed study units have been passed and the work
intergrated learning: has been completed satisfactorily.
Curriculum
2.12.4
PART 1
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
MAT181Q
2.
MCA141Z Mechanics I (Theory) and
MCA1PRA Mechanics I (Practical #)
Mathematics I
3.
KVH171Y
Communication Skills I
See Note 1
CODE
4.
5.
6.
Computer Skills I
(Theory)
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical)
See Note 2
MME141X Mechanical
Manufacturing
Engineering I
See Note 1
CPK151V
MED161Q
7.
Mechanical Engineering
Drawing I
Optional subject 1
CODE
ELC161X
ELC1PRA
9.
EWS121Q
10. PEI191V
See Optional study units
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Electrotechnology I
(Theory)
Electrotechnology I
(Practical)
Qualitative Techniques I
13. FLM271S
Facility Layout and
Materials Handling II
Optional subject 3
27.
Work Integrated Learning: See 2.12.5
Industrial Engineering
Practice II
THREE approved subjects from any engineering programme(s). At
least one of the subjects must be at level III. Work intergrated learning:
related subjects may not be included in the subjects chosen from
other approved engineering programmes. Students must contact the
department for prior approval of subject choice.
#
The course uses Computer Based Training material; access to a Personal
Computer is compulsory. Also see requirements for IT related study units.
ADDITIONAL SUBJECT
Elementary electromagnetism and heat (PHY1026)
2.12.5
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
14. MFR291R
Manufacturing Relations KVH171Y
II
(Communication Skills I)
15. EWS271L
Engineering Work Study EWS121Q (Engineering
II
Work Study I)
16. PEI281S
Production Engineering: PEI191V (Production
Industrial II
Engineering: Industrial I)
17.
Costing II (Two modules)
Costing II (Module 1)
Costing II (Module 2)
18. QAS221U
Quality Assurance II
QUT151Z (Qualitative
Techniques I)
19.
Optional subject 2
See Optional study units
20.
Work Integrated Learning:
Industrial Engineering
Practice I
IDP101E
LABORATORY COMPONENT: The compulsary practical
component is done at approved laboratories country wide as
arranged by UNISA or the student. The laboratory experience is
gained in conjunction with theoretical learning.
NOTE 2
MME141X (Mechanical
Manufacturing
Engineering I)
PART 3
CTG2M1F
CTG2M2F
IDP201E
PART 4
CODE
See Optional study units
Contact sessions may be offered for Mathematics I, Mechanics I,
Mechanical Engineering Drawing I and Mechanical Manufacturing
Engineering I if such need is identified.
Production Engineering:
Industrial I
12. QUT151Z
26.
NOTE 1
Engineering Work
Study I
11. MME251U Mechanical
Manufacturing
Engineering II
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
OPTIONAL SUBJECTS
PART 2
8.
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Work integrated learning is done at an approved company a�er
registering for Industrial Engineering Practice I or II. If your employer
has not yet been approved by UNISA, contact the responsible lecturer.
Industrial Engineering Practice I consists of a minimum of six months
relevant work integrated learning a�er completing at least ten study units
towards the diploma. Industrial Engineering Practice II is similar except
that it is done a�er completing fi�een study units towards the diploma.
Work integrated learning is monitored by a logbook and mentor system.
1.
Co-requisites for work integrated learning
IDP101E – Industrial Engineering Practice I:
Completion of the first (S1) and second part (S2) study units (At
least ten study units).
IDP201E – Industrial Engineering Practice II
Completion of the first (S1), second (S2), and third part (S3)
study units (At least fi�een study units).
2.
Objectives of the work integrated learning information
The objectives of the information provided in this calendar can
be summarised as follows:
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
21. EWS381G
Engineering Work Study EWS271L (Engineering
III
Work Study II)
22. IAC323X
Industrial Accounting III CTG2M1F and CTG2M2F
(Costing II)
23. OPR371S
Operational Research III PEI281S (Production
Engineering: Industrial
II) and QUT151Z
(Qualitative Techniques I)
24. ATO331Q
Automation III
25. IDL351L
Industrial Leadership III MFR251U (Manufacturing
Relations II)
MME251U (Mechanical
Manufacturing
Engineering II)
Work Integrated Learning:
Engineering: Industrial
To ensure that:
2.1
the student technician receives the training, detailed in
the company’s training programme.
2.2
documented proof is kept of training received, progress
and performance evaluations.
2.3
evaluated and approved documentation required by the
Technikon considering the student technician’s application
for his/her diploma to be awarded, will be supplied.
3.
The nature of industrial engineering work
To understand the in-service training requirements towards your
career development in Industrial Engineering fully, it is necessary
that you grasp the essentials in the following overview on the
nature of Industrial Engineering work. Industrial Technicians/
Technologists are trained to:
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





determine the most effective ways for organisations to
use the basic factors of production – people, machines,
materials, information and energy – to make or process a
product or service.
act as bridges between management goals and operational
performance. They are more concerned with increasing
productivity through the management of people,
methods of business organisation, and technology than
are engineers in other specialities, who generally work
more with products or processes.
solve organisational, production and related problems most
efficiently. Industrial engineers/Technologists/Technicians
carefully study the product and its requirements, use
mathematical methods, such as operations research to
meet those requirements, and design manufacturing and
information systems.
develop management control systems to aid in financial
planning and cost analysis, design production planning
and control systems to co-ordinate activities. They control
product quality and design or improve systems for the
physical distribution of goods and service.
determine what plant location has the best combination of
raw materials availability, transportation and costs.
develop wage and salary administration systems and job
evaluation programmes.
TRAINING IN THE TECHNICAL TRAINING CENTRE (OR
OTHER INSTITUTION):
NO
COURSE ITEMS
PERIOD IN
WEEKS
1
Orientation Course (Including a one-day NOSA
seminar)
1
2
First Aid – First Cetificate
1
3
Drawing Interpretation
3
4
Workshop Practice
4
5
On-the-job Training:

Practical workshop experience, planning
and handling of materials.

Part of maintenance, production, and
construction teams.

Inventory Control and Storage

Operational/service activity investigations
and project work (Low level).
17
Second period work integrated learning (IDP201E):
You should now be more familiar with the work environment and
be able to work more independently. At least two larger projects
should be completed now without the one-month’s duration
of line experience per project. You should now also be able to
understand the implications of work, by observing work being
done, rather than by actually performing the relevant tasks.
Many
industrial
technicians/technologists
move
into
management positions because the work is closely related to
managerial responsibilities.
4.
Work integrated learning structure :
The following serves as a general guideline on the work
intergrated training syllabus to be followed.
First period work integrated learning (IDP101E):
The first semester of work integrated learning will give you
a relatively so� landing in the real world. Although you may
be inexperienced in the work-place situation, you will have to
perform, but in a relatively controlled environment under the
coaching and guidance of a mentor/supervisor. This approach
will allow you the time to build your own and your employer’s
confidence in your abilities.
The first two months of work intergrated learning: is at
the discretion of your employer, to provide induction and
occupational safety training as well as other work place-related
training. Your employer is also encouraged to enrol you for
relevant courses and seminars to broaden your enterprise skills.
This training should ensure that you, the student, can function
effectively and safely in the work place.
You should have identified at least one of the projects through
your own observations and analysis.
The second period of training is focused primarily on the
application of industrial engineering techniques. The student
will be part of teams concerned with specific project or system
development work. The following aspects will be covered:
NO
6
You must receive practical workshop training of at least two week’s
duration. If your employer does not have workshop facilities, such
training can be purchased at Technical Colleges, the CSIR, the
Atomic Energy Corporation and related training institutions.
These projects are performed under supervision of the mentor
and in close collaboration with the training official. You must
be involved as far as possible in the compilation of project
documentation, reporting and presentation of results.
PERIOD IN
WEEKS
Project and Systems Development Work: e.g.

Gathering, processing, and interpretation
of data.

Productivity improvement studies

Plant/office layout and design

Equipment selection and evaluation

Mechanisation and Automation

Materials handling analysis and design

Improvement projects, feasibility studies,
execution, and report writing
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2.13 Baccalaureus Technologiae:
Engineering: Industrial
(Programme code: BTENI)
2.13.1
Aim of qualification
Persons achieving this qualification should be competent in leading
programmes
involving
productivity
improvement,
integrated
manufacturing systems, operating information systems, and those of
project and logistic management. The qualified person will be able to
register with ECSA as a professional Industrial Engineering Technologist.
2.13.2
1.
2.
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COURSE
TOTAL:
An ideal training situation would be to negotiate with your
employer to complete two mini projects in the remainder of
the first semester. One project should be in the organisation’s
operational function and one in the support function. You must
realise, however, that the same improvement principles hold for
both the operational and the support functions.
Each mini project should comprise the following:

Approximately one month of actual work as an entry-level
operator in the function. This develops an appreciation for
work and its implications for the rest of the organisation
as well as empathy for the worker.

Approximately one month of study to investigate possible
improvements in the relevant area. The mentor will assist
you in the actual selection of a study theme.
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TOTAL:
Admission requirements
A National Higher Diploma: Industrial Engineering (T4)
OR
A National Diploma: Engineering: Industrial (S4)
OR
A National Diploma: Industrial Engineering (T3-diploma) as
well as the following study units from the National Diploma:
Engineering: Industrial (S4):
I)
Industrial Leadership III
II)
Automation III or Industrial Technology II
III)
Operational Research III
IV)
Industrial Accounting III
V)
Quality Assurance II
Students who hold any other approved National Diploma in
Engineering (except the ND: Engineering: Industrial) and who
want to study BTech: Engineering: Industrial, must first complete
the Higher Certificate: Industrial Engineering successfully. Refer
to the Short Learning Programmes Calendar. These students will
not be allowed to study one of the optional specialisation fields
of the BTech but must complete all eight prescribed industrial
engineering study units (Option 2).
3.
4.
2.15 National Diploma:
Engineering: Mechanical
(Programme code: NDEMC)
A career in mechanical engineering will expose you to machines,
vehicles, ships or aircra�. As part of a mechanical engineering team
you will become involved in design, development, production and
marketing of a wide variety of components and systems. You will also
be exposed to and eventually be responsible for organising the running
of industrial installations and process plants.
2.15.2
Curriculum
2.13.3
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
PRT401I
Production Technology
IV
Compulsory
2.
PRE401I
Project Engineering IV
Compulsory
OPTIONAL study units: At least FOUR of the following study units:
3.
INY401I
Information Systems IV
4.
LGE401I
Logistics Engineering IV
5.
PTR401I
Project Research IV
6.
QAS401I
Quality Assurance IV
7.
SDY401I
Systems Dynamics IV
8.
ENT401I
Entrepreneurship IV
Students have to select either option 1 or option 2.
Two compulsory subjects, any four (4) or the optional subjects plus
the following: Three subjects may be selected from any approved
engineering instructional programme(s). At least one of these subjects
must be a third-level subject. Work Integrated Learning related subjects
may not be included in the subjects selected from other approved
Engineering programmes.
OPTION 2
Two compulsory subjects plus six of the subjects listed under the
heading optional subjects above (subjects 3 – 8).
2.14 Magister Technologiae:
Engineering: Industrial
(Programme code: MTEID)
NB
This degree will be offered in 2007, subject to governmental approval. For
further information contact the Head of the Department of Mechanical and
Industrial Engineering.
Admission requirements
Refer to the admission requirements for engineering.
Duration of course
2.15.3
A minimum of three years. The national diploma will be awarded
a�er all the prescribed study units have been passed and the work
intergrated learning has been completed satisfactorily. The student is
also required to submit a valid First Aid Certificate for a basic course of
approximately 20 hours. Students must obtain this certificate on their
own initiative. It does not form part of the work integrated learning.
PLANNING YOUR STUDIES

At least 25 academic study units must be passed.

The compulsory study units MUST be taken.

Choose at least six study units at third-(III) year level.

Choose the appropriate first (I) and second-(II) level study units.

The remainder of the 25 study units can be chosen according to

OPTION 1
Aim of diploma
2.15.1

preference.
A maximum of six study units from other engineering fields may
be taken in consultation with the Department of Mechanical and
Industrial Engineering, as alternatives to non-compulsory study
units.
Students interested in management should study MANAGEMENT
SKILLS I (Module A and Module B form a unit.).
Curriculum
2.15.4
PART 1
CODE
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mathematics I++
See Note 1
1.
MAT181Q
2.
MCA141Z Mechanics I (Theory) and See Note 1
MCA1PRA Mechanics I (Practical #)
3.
MED161Q
Mechanical Engineering
Drawing I
4.
CMS101G
Communication Skills I
5.
CPK151V
6.
MME141X Mechanical
Manufacturing
Engineering I
7.
ELC161X
See Note 1
Computer Skills I
(Theory)
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical)
ELC1PRA
See Note 1
Electrotechnology I
(Theory) and
Electrotechnology I
(Practical #)
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PART 2
CODE
CODE
8.
9.
MEE231V
MAT291X
10. CMS201K
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Mechanical Engineering
Design II++
Mathematics II++
Mechanical Engineering
Drawing I (MED161Q)
and Mechanics I (Theory
& Practical) (MCA141Z)
Mathematics I (MAT181Q)
Communication Studies
II
11. At least TWO of the following study units++:
&
12.
Strength of Materials III
(Theory) and
SOM3PRA Strength of Materials III
(Practical #)
Co-requisite: Strength of
Materials II (Theory &
Practical) (SOM251R and
SOM2PRA)
FMA301A
Fluid Mechanics III
(Theory) and
FMA3PRA Fluid Mechanics III
(Practical #)
Co-requisite: Fluid
Mechanics II (Theory &
Practical) (FMC201U and
FMC2PRA)
MOM371A Mechanics of Machines
III (Theory) and
MOM3PRA Mechanics of Machines
III (Practical #)
Mechanics of Machines
II (Theory & Practical)
(MOM251Z and
MOM2PRA)
THD311A
Thermodynamics II
(Theory & Practical)
(THD291Z and
THD2PRA)
Thermodynamics
III (Theory) and
THD3PRA Thermodynamics III
(Practical #)
Strength of Materials II
(Theory) and
SOM2PRA Strength of Materials II
(Practical #)
Co-requisite: Mechanics I
(Theory) (MCA141Z) &
Mechanics I (Practical)
(MCA1PRA)
FMC201U
Co-requisite: Mechanics I
(Theory) (MCA141Z) &
Mechanics I (Practical)
(MCA1PRA)
OPTIONAL STUDY UNITS:
MOM251Z Mechanics of Machines II
(Theory) and
MOM2PRA Mechanics of Machines II
(Practical #)
Co-requisite: Mechanics I
(Theory) (MCA141Z) &
Mechanics I (Practical)
(MCA1PRA)
23. MEA351A
Mechanical Engineering
Design III
Mechanical Engineering
Design II (MEE231V)
24. ELC391A
THD291Z
Co-requisite: Mechanics I
(Theory) (MCA141Z) &
Mechanics I (Practical)
(MCA1PRA)
ELC3PRA
Electrotechnology
III (Theory) and
Electrotechnology III
(Practical #)
Electrotechnology II
(Theory & Practical)
(ELC271S and ELC2PRA)
Thermodynamics
II (Theory) and
THD2PRA Thermodynamics II
(Practical #)
OPTIONAL STUDY UNITS:
CODE
13. ELC271S
ELC2PRA
14. MEG101T
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Electrotechnology II
(Theory) and
Electrotechnology II
(Practical #)
Electrotechnology I
(Theory) (ELC161X)
and Electrotechnology I
(Practical) ELC1PRA
Maintenance Engineering I Mathematics I (MAT181Q)
or Statistics I (STA191Q)
Mechanical
Manufacturing
Engineering I (MME141Z)
16.
Both modules must be
passed to pass this subject
Management Skills I
(MSA111U) (two
modules)
MSA1M1U Module A
MSA1M2U Module B
17. STA191Q
Statistics I
18. CAD161S
Computer Aided
Draughting I
19. PEM111M
Co- requisite: Mechanical
Engineering Drawing I
(MED161Q)
See Note 3
Production Engineering:
Mechanical I
MCP101E
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
25. MAT301W Mathematics III
Production Engineering: Production Engineering:
Mechanical II
Mechanical I (PEM111M)
CODE
27.
MCP201E
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Work Integrated Learning: See Note 5 At least 18
Mechanical Engineering study units towards the
Practice II
diploma
28. At least TWO of the following study units:++
&
29.
SOM381B
SOM3PRB
FMA3PRB
Applied Strength of
Materials III (Theory) and
Applied Strength of
Materials III (Practical #)
Co-requisite: Strength of
Materials III (Theory &
Practical) (SOM381A and
SOM3PRB)
Hydraulic Machines III
(Theory) and
Hydraulic Machines III
(Practical #)
Fluid Mechanics III
(Theory & Practical)
(FMA301A and
FMA3PRA)
MOM381B Theory of Machines III
(Theory) and
MOM3PRB Theory of Machines III
(Practical #)
Mechanics of Machines
III (Theory & Practical)
(MOM371A and
MOM3PRA)
THD321B
THD3PRB
Co-requisite:
Thermodynamics III
(Theory & Practical)
(THD311A and
THD3PRA)
Steam Plant III (Theory)
and Steam Plant III
(Practical #)
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Work Integrated Learning: See Note 4
Mechanical Engineering At least 12 study units
towards the diploma
Practice I++
21. At least TWO of the following study units++:
&
22.
Mathematics II
(MAT291X)
See note 6
PART 4
FMA331B
PART 3
CODE
CODE
26. PEM211M
15. MME251U Mechanical
Manufacturing
Engineering II
86
SOM381A
SOM251R
Fluid Mechanics II
(Theory) and
FMC2PRA Fluid Mechanics II
(Practical #)
20.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
OPTIONAL STUDY UNITS:
30. MEA361B
MME381B
Machine Design III
At least 12 study units
towards the diploma,
approved by the
Programme Group.
See Notes 6 and 7.
Mechanical
Manufacturing
Engineering III
Mechanical
Manufacturing
Engineering II
(MME251U)
CODE
MEG291X
++
#
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Maintenance Engineering Maintenance Engineering
II
I (MEG101T)
Compulsory study units
LABORATORY COMPONENT: The practical component is done
at approved laboratories country wide as arranged by Unisa or
the student. The laboratory experience is gained in conjunction
with theoretical learning. The practical (laboratory) components
at level I and II must be completed for admission to the level III
(theory and practical).
NOTES
Note 1
Contact sessions may be offered for Mathematics I, Mechanics I,
Mechanical Engineering Drawing I and Mechanical Manufacturing
Engineering I.
Note 2
COMPUTER-BASED study units: Students must have access to a
computer, printer and the necessary so�ware (± 2 hours per week). Also
see requirements for IT related study units
Note 3
COMPUTER AIDED DRAUGHTING I: Students must have access to
the following equipment:
(i)
A computer, at least a Pentium or a 486DX with 16 MB RAM
(ii)
Windows3.1 or 95 or Windows NT with 32 MB RAM
(iii) AutoCad So�ware Release 13 or Student Edition Release 13
(iv)
Inkjet Printer or Laser printer
Notes 4 & 5
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING
Work integrated learning is done with an accredited company a�er
registering for MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PRACTICE I or II.
Mechanical Engineering Practice I comprises six months relevant work
integrated learning a�er completing at least twelve (12) study units
towards the diploma. Mechanical Engineering Practice II is similar
except that it is done a�er completing at least eighteen (18) study units
towards the diploma. Work integrated learning is monitored by a logbook and mentor system.
All students must register for Mechanical Engineering Practice I or II
except for the following:

A student who is a qualified artisan in a mechanical discipline
may apply for a credit for Mechanical Engineering Practice I

A student with a Mechanical Certificate of Competency, Mines or
Works may apply for a credit for both Mechanical Engineering
Practice I and II.
Also see ‘Work integrated Learning: Engineering: Mechanical’ below.
Note 6
MACHINE DESIGN III
Students who do not complete Machine Design III may experience
problems with registration as a registered technician with the
Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Note 7
MATHEMATICS III (MAT301W) and MACHINE DESIGN III are
strongly recommended for BTech studies.
Note 8
Additional study unit – Elementary electromagnetism and heat
(PHY1026)
2.15.5
Work Integrated Learning:
Engineering: Mechanical
CO-REQUISITES
Mechanical Engineering Practice I – MCP101E:
Twelve study units completed successfully toward the diploma
Mechanical Engineering Practice II – MCP201E:
Eighteen study units completed successfully toward the diploma
CURRICULA
A guideline is provided giving the major topics to be covered with the
anticipated time that should be spent on each topic.
2.1
ITEM
NO.
Mechanical Engineering Practice I: MCP101E
ITEM DESCRIPTION
TIME
PERIOD
1
Orientation - including a one-day NOSA course
1 week
2
First Aid Certificate
1 week
3
Drawing Interpretation
3 weeks
4
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.3
Workshop Practice
Measuring equipment and hand tools
Turning
Milling
Welding
1 week
1 week
1 week
1 week
5
5.1
On-the-job training
Practical workshop experience, planning and
handling of material
Maintenance production and construction
experience
Inventory control and storage
Operational/service activity investigation and
Project Work (Lower level)
5.2
5.3
5.4
17 weeks
26 weeks
2.2
Mechanical Engineering Practice II: MCP201E
Experience should be gained in the engineering equipment and
systems listed below, with the view to generating projects and systems
development reports, using the following methods:
PROJECT AND SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT WORK: EG

Gathering, processing and interpretation of data

Productivity improvement studies

Plant/office layout and design

Equipment selection and evaluation

Mechanisation and Automation

Materials handling analysis and design

Improvement projects, feasibility studies, execution and
report writing
Engineering equipment and systems

Alignment of mechanical systems

Pneumatics and Hydraulics

Propulsion

prime

secondary

Bearings and lubrication

Electrical

Vibration analysis, measurement and balancing

Pumps

Compressors

Valves - safety

operational

remote controller

Boilers

Water treatment

Air condtioning and refrigeration

CNC machining

lathe

milling machine

work centre

cu�ing

AGV and Robots
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


Advanced welding
Casting
Specialised manufacturing
PART 3
MME371A
MOM371A
SOM381A
PEM211M
QAS221U
Duration 26 weeks
SPECIALISATION OPTIONS WITH
SUGGESTED STUDY UNITS
To help students with the selection of study units in a specific field of
specialisation, the following options with their relevant study units are
available. Any non-compulsory subject in these options can be replaced
with any other subject from the mechanical engineering diploma
curriculum in consultation with Unisa academic staff.
2.15.1 Maintenance
PART 1
as per Part 1 of curriculum
PART 2
MAT291X
MOM251Z
FMC201U
MEE231V
ELC271S
MME251U
PART 3
MOM371A
FMA301A
EMM261R
QAS221U
MEG101T
MME371A
Mathematics II++
Mechanics of Machines II ++#
Fluid Mechanics II++#
Mechanical Engineering Design II++
Electrotechnology II #
Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering II
Mechanics of Machines III++#
Fluid Mechanics III++#
Electrical Machines II#
Quality Assurance II
Maintenance Engineering I^^
Mechanical Manufacturing Management III
PART 4
FMA331B
Hydraulic Machines III++#
MEG291X
Maintenance Engineering II ^^
MOM381B Theory of Machines III++#
MME381B Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering III
PLUS two of the following :
STA191Q
Statistics I
THD291Z
Thermodynamics II #
SOM251R
Strength of Materials II #
Management Skills I (MSA111U) (Two modules)
MSA1M1U Module A
MSA1M2U Module B
MEA361B
Machine Design III
PART 4
SOM381B
Applied Strength of Materials III #++
MOM381B Theory of Machines III#++
MME381B Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering III ^^
PLUS three of the following to be taken during parts 1,2,3 and 4:
EWS121Q
Engineering Work Study I
FMC201U
Fluid Mechanics II#
THD291Z
Thermodynamics II #
Costing II (CTG241F) (two modules)
CTG2M1F Costing II (Module A)
CTG2M2F Costing II (Module B)
MEA361B
Machine Design III
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING:
MCP101-E
MCP201-E
++
#
^^
++
#
^^
Mechanical Engineering Practice I
Mechanical Engineering Practice II
Compulsory study units.
LABORATORY COMPONENT: The practical component is done
at approved laboratories country wide as arranged by Unisa or
the student. The laboratory experience is gained in conjunction
with theoretical learning. Students MUST also register for the
practical study unit(s) as indicated in the curriculum.
Compulsory subject for the specific specialisation fields.
2.15.2 Manufacturing
PART 2
MAT291X
MOM251Z
SOM251R
MEE231V
MME251U
PEM111M
88
Mathematics II++
Mechanics of Machines II ++#
Strength of Materials II ++ #
Mechanical Engineering Design II++
Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering II^^
Production Engineering: Mechanical I
Compulsory study units.
LABORATORY COMPONENT: The practical component is done
at approved laboratories country wide as arranged by Unisa or
the student. The laboratory experience is gained in conjunction
with theoretical learning. Students MUST also register for the
practical study unit(s) as indicated in the curriculum.
Compulsory subject for the specific specialisation fields.
PART 1
As per Part 1 of curriculum
PART 2
One of:
MEE231V
SOM251R
MAT291X
MEG101T
CAD161S
MOM251Z
Mechanical Engineering Design II++
Strength of Materials II #
Mathematics II++
Maintenance Engineering I
Computer Aided Draughting I
Mechanics of Machines II #
FMC201U
THD291Z
Fluid Mechanics II
Thermodynamics II
PART 3
One of:
MEA351A
MAT301W
MME251U
SOM381A
MOM371A
Mechanical Engineering Design III^^
Mathematics III
Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering II
Strength of Materials III #
Mechanics of Machines III #
FMA301A
THD311A
Fluid Mechanics III
Thermodynamics III
PART 4
One of:
PART 1
As per Part 1 of curriculum
Mechanical Engineering Practice I
Mechanical Engineering Practice II
2.15.3 Design
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING:
MCP101E
MCP201E
Mechanical Manufacturing Management III^^
Mechanics of Machines III++#+
Strength of Materials III #++
Production Engineering : Mechanical II
Quality Assurance II^^
MEA361B
SOM381B
MOM381B
QAS221U
Machine Design III^^
Applied Strength of Materials III #
Theory of Machines III #
Quality Assurance II
FMA331B
THD321B
Hydraulic Machines II
Steam Plant II
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING:
MCP101E
MCP201E
++
#
Mechanical Engineering Practice I
Mechanical Engineering Practice II
Compulsory study units.
LABORATORY COMPONENT: The practical component is done
at approved laboratories country wide as arranged by Unisa or
the student. The laboratory experience is gained in conjunction
^^
with theoretical learning. Students MUST also register for the
practical study unit(s) as indicated in the curriculum.
Compulsory subject for the specific specialisation fields.
2.15.4 Mechatronics
PART 1
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
MAT181Q
MCA141Z
MCA1PRA
MED161Q
KVH171Y
CPK151V
CPKPRAC
PRG1M1E
PRG1M2E
ELC161X
ELC1PRA
DIG111Z
DIG1PRA
PART 2
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
MEE231V
MAT291X
MOM251Z
MOM2PRA
SOM251R
SOM2PRA
ELC271S
ELC2PRA
DIG221X
DIG2PRA
PRG211E
PART 3
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
MAT301W
MOM371A
MOM3PRA
SOM381A
SOM3PRA
ELC391A
ELC3PRA
DIG331X
DIG3PRA
PRG3M1E
PRG3M2E
PART 4
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
MOM381B
MOM3PRB
SOM381B
SOM3PRB
ECT151P
ECT1PRA
MME141X
FMC201U
FMC2PRA
MEA361B
Mathematics I
Mechanics I (Theory) and
Mechanics I (Practical)
Mechanical Engineering Drawing I
Communication Skills I
Computer Skills I (Theory) and
Computer Skills I (Practical)
Programming I (PRG111E)(two modules)
Module A
Module B
Electrotechnology I (Theory) and
Electrotechnology I (Practical)
Digital Systems I (Theory) and
Digital Systems I (Practical)
Mechanical Engineering Design II
Mathematics II
Mechanics of Machines II (Theory) and
Mechanics of Machines II (Practical)
Strength of Materials II (Theory) and
Strength of Materials II (Practical)
Electrotechnology II (Theory) and
Electrotechnology II (Practical)
Digital Systems II (Theory) and
Digital Systems II (Practical)
Programming II
Mathematics III
Mechanics of Machines III (Theory) and
Mechanics of Machines III (Practical)
Strength of Materials III (Theory) and
Strength of Materials III (Practical)
Electrotechnology III (Theory) and
Electrotechnology III (Practical)
Digital Systems III (Theory) and
Digital Systems III (Practical)
Programming III (PRG311E) (TWO modules)
Programming III: Internet Fundamentals
Programming III: Java
Theory of Machines III (Theory) and
Theory of Machines III (Practical)
Applied Strength of Materials III (Theory) and
Applied Strength of Materials III (Practical)
Electronics I (Theory) and
Electronics I (Practical)
Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering I
Fluid Mechanics II (Theory) and
Fluid Mechanics II (Practical)
Machine Design III (See Note)
Mechanical Engineering Practice I
Mechanical Engineering Practice II
NOTE
The project of Machine Design III must be a mechatronic design topic.
2.15.5 Computer Systems
PART 1
1.
2.
MAT181Q
MCA141Z
MCA1PRA
6.
7.
MED161Q
CMS101G
PRG1M1E
PRG1M2E
ELC161X
ELC1PRA
CSK101E
CPK1PRA
Mechanical Engineering Drawing I
Communication Studies I
Programming I (PRG111E) (two modules)
Module A
Module B
Electrotechnology I (Theory) and
Electrotechnology I (Practical)
Computer and Programming Skills I (Theory) and
Computer Skills I (Practical)
PART 2
8.
MEE231V
Mechanical Engineering Design II
9.
MAT291X
Mathematics II
10. &
11.
TWO of the following theoretical study units together with the related
practical study units:
MOM251Z Mechanics of Machines II (Theory) and
MOM2PRA Mechanics of Machines II (Practical)
SOM251R
Strength of Materials II (Theory) and
SOM2PRA Strength of Materials II (Practical)
FMC201U
Fluid Mechanics II (Theory) and (Recommended)
FMC2PRA Fluid Mechanics II (Practical)
THD291Z
Thermodynamics II (Theory) and (Recommended)
THD2PRA Thermodynamics II (Practical)
12.
CAD161S
Computer Aided Draughting I
13.
PRG211E
Programming II
14.
MME141X Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering I
PART 3
15.
MAT301W Mathematics III
16. &
17.
TWO of the following theoretical study units together with the related
practical study units:
MOM371A Mechanics of Machines III (Theory) and
MOM3PRA Mechanics of Machines III (Practical)
SOM381A
Strength of Materials III (Theory) and
SOM3PRA Strength of Materials III (Practical)
FMA301A Fluid Mechanics III (Theory) and (Recommended)
FMA3PRA Fluid Mechanics III (Practical)
THD311A
Thermodynamics III (Theory) and (Recommended)
THD3PRA Thermodynamics III (Practical)
18.
Programming III (PRG311E) (two modules)
PRG3M1E Programming III: Internet Fundamentals
PRG3M2E Programming III: Java
19.
NSY211E
Network Systems II
20.
Systems Analysis II (SYA211E) (two modules)
SYA2M1E
Systems Analysis II: Theory
SYA2M2E
Systems Analysis II: PC Databases
PART 4
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING:
MCP101-E
MCP201-E
3.
4.
5.
21. &
22.
TWO of the following theoretical study units together with the related
practical study units:
MOM381B Theory of Machines III (Theory) and
MOM3PRB Theory of Machines III (Practical)
SOM381B
Applied Strength of Materials III (Theory) and
SOM3PRB Applied Strength of Materials III (Practical)
FMA331B
Hydraulic Machines III (Theory) and (Recommended)
FMA3PRB Hydraulic Machines III (Practical)
THD321B
Steam Plant III (Theory) and (Recommended)
THD3PRB Steam Plant III (Practical)
23.
MME371A Mechanical Manufacturing Management III
24.
MEA361B
Machine Design III
25.
Operating Systems III (OSY311E) (two modules)
OSY3M1E
Operating Systems III: Hardware Concepts
OSY3M2E
Operating Systems III: Networking Concepts
26.
NSY311E
Network Systems III
WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING:
MCP101E
MCP201E
Mechanical Engineering Practice I
Mechanical Engineering Practice II
Mathematics I
Mechanics I (Theory) and
Mechanics I (Practical)
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2.16 Baccalaureus Technologiae:
Engineering: Mechanical
(Programme code: BTMEE)
2.16.1
CODE
SOM401M Strength of Materials IV
STA401M
1.
2.
TMA401M Turbo Machines IV
2.16.3
THD401M
RAC401M
Duration of course
6.
&
7.
Prerequisites study units
Before students are allowed to register for a particular subject, they must
have passed the relevant preceding subject as indicated in the curriculum.
EEN101M


A total of seven study units must be taken: Engineering Design
Project IV plus six other study units. At least five of those study
units must be engineering study units at level IV.
Students must have access to a computer.
Curriculum
2.16.6
CODE
Engineering Design
Project IV
Compulsory co-requisites:
Two relevant study units
at level IV
See Note 1
EDP401M
2.
3.
4.
&
5.
at least two of the following combinations:
90
Maintenance Engineering
II (MEG291X)
NOTES
Note 1: ENGINEERING DESIGN PROJECT IV
Two (2) relevant study units at level IV must have been passed before
this subject can be completed.
2.17 Magister Technologiae:
Engineering: Mechanical
(Programme code: MTEMC)
NB
This qualification will be offered as soon as it is approved by the relevant
responsible bodies.
2.18 Magister Technologiae:
Engineering: Engineering
Management
(Programme code: MTEEM)
NB
This qualification will be offered as soon as it is approved by the relevant
responsible bodies. This qualification is not limited to students with a
Mechanical Engineering background only. All students with a Btech
Engineering can study towards this Magister qualification.
3. National Certificate Programmes
3.1 National Certificate: Water Care
(Programme code: NCWAE)
3.1.1

MOM401M Mechanics of Machines IV Theory of Machines III
(MOM381B)
AUC401M Automatic Control IV
Theory of Machines III
(MOM381B)
Thermodynamics III
(THD311A) or Internal
Combustion Engines III.
Air Conditioning
III (ARC341P)
or Refrigeration
III (RFP371S) or
Thermodynamics III
(THD311A)
MMT401M Manufacturing
Management IV
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
1.
Fluid Mechanics III
(FMA301A)
Hydraulic Machines III
(FMA311B)
Environmental
Engineering
MMN101M Maintenance
Management
General notes
2.16.5
Applied Strength of
Materials III (SOM381B)
Applied Strength of
Materials III (SOM381B)
any two of the remaining study units above and/or below:
A minimum of one year. The degree will be awarded a�er all the
prescribed study units have been passed.
2.16.4
Thermodynamics IV
Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning IV
Admission requirements
A National Higher Diploma : Mechanical Engineering (T4 - diploma);
A National Diploma : Engineering : Mechanical (S4-diploma);
or
A National Diploma : Mechanical Engineering (T3-diploma)
with the following S4 study units of the
National Diploma : Engineering : Mechanical :

Mathematics III

Machine Design III or Air Conditioning Design III
plus two of the following :

Theory of Machines III

Applied Strength of Materials III

Hydraulic Machines III

Steam Plant III
3.
Stress Analysis IV
FMA401M Fluid Mechanics IV
Aim of qualification
Persons achieving this qualification should be able to independently
integrate mechanical engineering principles and specialist knowledge,
apply these to determine appropriate ways of approaching activities
and establish and use criteria to judge processes and outcomes. This
qualification is intended for engineering practitioners in the industry.
2.16.2
PREREQUISITE / NOTES

Admission requirements
Grade 12 (Matriculation, national senior certificate, N3 or other
certificate evaluated as being equivalent to the minimum admission
requirements) including English, Science and Mathematics.
Tertiary Preparation courses are available to assist students to
obtain entry levels.
Aim of certificate
3.1.2
The aim of this course is to expose the students to the activities of
water industry, sources and characteristics of waste water as well as the
collection, treatment and disposal thereof. It furthermore concentrates
on the purification and treatment of drinking water. Generally the
students should understand the basic treatment processes, methods of
storage and distribution of treated water.
Curriculum
3.1.3
CODE
1.
PREREQUISITE / NOTES
Principles of
Management: Water I
(Two modules):
PMW1M1T Module A
PMW1M2T Module B
2.
KVH171Y
3.
CPK151V
4.
Both modules are
compulsory
See note 1
MCB141Q
Microbiology I (Theory)
and
MCB1PRA Microbiology I (Practical)
5.
CHE181T Chemistry I (Theory) and
CHE1PRA Chemistry I (Practical)
6.
FIC181C
FIC1PRA
Physics I (Theory) and
Physics I (Practical)
7.
CAS161Z
Calculations and
Statistics
8.
WCT131S
Water Care Technology I See Note 2
PRACTICAL STUDY UNITS
1.
The student must register for the practical and related theoretical
study units simultaneously. Registration fees are payable for all
the practical study units.
The practical component is done at approved laboratories
country wide as arranged by College of Science, Engineering
and Technology or the student. The laboratory experience is
gained in conjunction with theoretical learning.
Additional a�endance fees are payable for the practicals. More
details are given in the tutorial le�ers.
2.
3.
NOTES
1.
The course used Computer Based Training material; access to a
Personal Computer is compulsory. Also see requirements for IT
related study units.
Water Care Technology I must be followed in the last year of
study.
2.
4. Government Certificate Of
Competency
A
MINES AND INDUSTRIES
Department of Manpower
Chief Directorate :
Occupational Safety
Private Bag X117
PRETORIA
0001
Department of Mineral and Energy Affairs
Private Bag X59
PRETORIA
0001
The wri�en application must also include a le�er stating that all the
prescribed theoretical requirements have been completed. This le�er
may be obtained from the School of Engineering at UNISA.
Students, who wish to study towards the certificate, can enroll for study
units in the following three disciplines:
1.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (See Programme Code: NDEEN)
2.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (See Programme Code: NDEMC)
3.
COMBINATION OF 1 and2.
NOTE:
Communication Skills I
Computer Skills I
(Theory)
CPKPRAC Computer Skills I
(Practical)
FACTORIES
Admission requirements
A candidate for the Government Certificate of Competency must:
1.
be at least 23 years of age; and
2.
have a National Diploma : Engineering : Mechanical or Electrical
with subject selection as given below; and
3.
have two years post diploma experience in maintenance and
operation of mechanical and/or electrical machinery.
Wri�en application for admission to the examination for the Certificate
must be made to :
The following are suggested subject selections for the three disciplines.
Students are advised to contact the Department of Manpower or
Mineral and Energy Affairs for confirmation of acceptance.
4.1 Government Certificate Of
Competency: Electrical Engineering
PART 1
ELE171U
ECT151R
DIG111Z
MAT181Q
MCA141Z
KVH171Y
CPK151V
PART 2
ELE281X
EMM261R
ECT261Z
MAT291X
SOM251R
MTC111E
PART 3
ELE391X
EMM371R
MED161Q
INE211E
SOM381A
MTC211E
PART 4
ELD371R
ELM381Z
PCE361U
DPJ391U
MTC311E
SOM381B
Electrical Engineering I
Electronics I
Digital Systems I
Mathematics I
Mechanics I
Communication Skills I
Computer Skills I
Electrical Engineering II
Electrical Machines II
Electronics II
Mathematics II
Strength of Materials II
Mechanical Technology I
Electrical Engineering III
Electrical Machines III
Mechanical Engineering Drawing I
Industrial Electronics II
Strength of Materials III
Mechanical Technology II
Electrical Distribution III
Electrical Protection III
Power Electronics III
Design Project III
Mechanical Technology III
Applied Strength of Materials III
4.2 Government Certificate Of
Competency: Mechanical Engineering
PART 1
MCA141Z
MME141X
MAT181Q
ELC161X
KVH171Y
CPK151V
MED161Q
Mechanics I
Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering I
Mathematics I
Electrotechnology I
Communication Skills I
Computer Skills I
Mechanical Engineering Drawing I
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PART 2
SOM251R
MOM251Z
FMC201U
THD291Z
MEE231V
ELC271S
PART 3
SOM381A
MOM371A
FMA301A
THD311A
ELC391A
MEG101T
PART 4
SOM381B
MOM381B
FMA331B
THD321B
EMM261R
MEG291X
or
ECT151R
Strength of Materials II
Mechanics of Machines II
Fluid Mechanics II
Thermodynamics II
Mechanical Engineering Design II
Electrotechnology II
Strength of Materials III
Mechanics of Machines III
Fluid Mechanics III
Thermodynamics III
Electrotechnology III
Maintenance Engineering I
Applied Strength of Materials III
Theory of Machines III
Hydraulic Machines III
Steam Plant III
Electrical Machines II
Maintenance Engineering II
Electronics I
4.3 Government Certificate Of
Competency: “Multi-discipline”
PART 1
MAT181Q
MCA141Z
MED161Q
CPK151V
KVH171Y
MME141X
ELC161X
PART 2
SOM251R
MOM251Z
FMC201U
THD291Z
ELC271S
MEE231V
PART 3
SOM381A
MOM371A
FMA301A
THD311A
ELC391A
EMM261R
PART 4
SOM381B
FMA331B
THD321B
ELD371R
MOM381B
EMM371R
Mathematics I
Mechanics I
Mechanical Engineering Drawing I
Computer Skills I
Communication Skills I
Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering I
Electrotechnology I
Strength of Materials II
Mechanics of Machines II
Fluid Mechanics II
Thermodynamics II
Electrotechnology II
Mechanical Engineering Design II
Strength of Materials III
Mechanics of Machines III
Fluid Mechanics III
Thermodynamics III
Electrotechnology III
Electrical Machines II
Applied Strength of Materials III
Hydraulic Machines III
Steam Plant III
Electrical Distribution III
Theory of Machines III
Electrical Machines III
5. Registration with the Engineering
Council of South Africa (ECSA)
Registration with ECSA is a statutory requirement when consulting
work is performed. However, because a registered person is bound
not only by legal requirements but also by an ethical code of conduct,
registration is invariably beneficial to any person because of the greater
trust enjoyed by the private and public sectors.
Application for registration as a Registered Engineering Technician
(Reg. Eng. Tech.) is possible a�er two years post-diploma experience.
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Professional status can be gained a�er three years post-BTech-degree
experience as a Professional Technologist (Engineering) with ECSA,
abbreviated Pr Tech (Eng).
Enquiries can be directly addressed to ECSA :
Tel : (011) 622-9011
Fax: (011) 622-9295
E mail: ecsa@lia.co.za
6. Non-formal Programmes
Please refer to the brochure for Short Learning Programmes