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Software Engineer Qualification

NQF Level 6 | MICT SETA

Software Engineer

Master advanced software engineering principles including software development, database design, project management, and testing methodologies. This comprehensive qualification prepares you for senior software engineering roles in the technology industry.

240
Credits
24-36
Months
NQF 6
Level
Software engineer working on advanced projects

Qualification Overview

The Software Engineer qualification is designed for professionals seeking to advance their careers in software development and engineering. This comprehensive program covers advanced programming techniques, software architecture, database design, project management, and quality assurance practices essential for modern software engineering roles.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this qualification, learners will be able to:

  • Design and develop complex software applications using advanced programming techniques
  • Architect scalable and maintainable software systems
  • Design, implement, and optimize database solutions
  • Apply project management principles to software development projects
  • Implement comprehensive testing and quality assurance procedures
  • Lead software development teams and mentor junior developers
  • Deploy and maintain enterprise-level applications
  • Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions

Career Opportunities

This qualification opens doors to senior software engineering opportunities including:

Senior Software Developer
Software Architect
Technical Lead
Engineering Manager
Systems Analyst
DevOps Engineer

Core Modules

Module 1: Software Engineering & Programming (150 Credits)

  • • Software Engineering principles and methodologies (20 credits)
  • • Advanced Programming techniques and paradigms (20 credits)
  • • Document System Design and architecture (25 credits)
  • • Programme and Deploy Applications (25 credits)
  • • Software Design patterns and best practices (30 credits)
  • • Software Development lifecycle management (30 credits)

Module 2: Database Design & Management (55 Credits)

  • • Database Design and Information Systems (15 credits)
  • • Digital and Business Mathematics (15 credits)
  • • Design and Manipulate Databases (5 credits)
  • • Advanced Database Design and Manipulation (20 credits)

Module 3: Project Management (5 Credits)

  • • Fundamentals of Project Management in Software Engineering (5 credits)
  • • Agile and Scrum methodologies
  • • Resource planning and risk management
  • • Team leadership and communication

Module 4: Testing & Quality Assurance (30 Credits)

  • • Test and Debug Source Code to meet client requirements (15 credits)
  • • Advanced Software Testing methodologies (15 credits)
  • • Automated testing frameworks and tools
  • • Performance testing and optimization

Module 5: Software Architecture & Design

  • • System architecture and design patterns
  • • Microservices and distributed systems
  • • API design and integration
  • • Cloud computing and deployment strategies

Module 6: DevOps & Deployment

  • • Continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD)
  • • Version control and collaboration tools
  • • Infrastructure as code and automation
  • • Monitoring and maintenance practices

Qualification Details

SETA MICT SETA
NQF Level Level 6
Credits 240 Credits
Duration 24-36 Months
Delivery Mode Blended Learning
Assessment Competency Based
NLRD ID 119458
Status Accredited
Provider SpecCon

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