OC: Design Thinking Practitioner (NQF level 4)
- 1 Year
Purpose of Qualification
• Conduct applied ethnographic research and immerse self in the environment and context to augment engagement and empathize with stakeholders and conduct problem analysis.
• Apply the design thinking process and methodology to stimulate creativity and innovation for the design and creation of innovative solutions to solve a problem.
Overview
Career Focus
• Conduct Applied Ethnographic Research
• Lead Group Interaction for Innovative Solutions
• Apply Design Thinking for Innovation Principles and Methodologies
Registered By
Department of Higher Education & Training
Accredited By
QCTO (SAQA ID:118705)
Admission Requirements
NQF level 3 qualification or Equivalent
Articulation
Horizontal:
• Occupational Certificate: Community Development Worker, NQF Level 4.
• Further Education and Training Certificate: Graphic Web Design and Multimedia, NQF Level 4.
• Further Education and Training Certificate: New Venture Creation, NQF Level 4.
Vertical
• National Certificate: N6: Art and Design, NQF Level 5.
Assessment of Programme
The Institution will conduct internal assessments by means of assessment activities and signed off work experience log sheets. Upon successful completion of all modules, The Institution provides a statement of results to the candidate and QCTO, as part of the candidate’s application to complete the external Summative Assessment conducted by the QCTO.
Modules
Year 1
Total Credits: 100
| Semester: 1 | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|
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Knowledge Modules |
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242102-001- 00-KM-01 Human Centred Innovation |
4 |
4 |
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242102-001- 00-KM-02 Design Thinking Fundamentals |
4 |
4 |
|
242102-001- 00-KM-03 Collaboration |
4 |
4 |
|
242102-001- 00-KM-04 Fundamentals of Positive Psychology for Design Thinking |
4 |
4 |
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242102-001- 00-KM-05 Research to Inform Design Thinking Processes |
4 |
4 |
|
242102-001-00-KM-06 Benefits of
Design Thinking
|
4 |
2 |
|
Practical Modules |
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242102-001-00-PM-01 Conduct Applied Ethnographic Research |
4 |
8 |
|
242102-001-00-PM-02 Apply Design Thinking for Innovation Principles and Methodologies |
4 |
24 |
|
Work Experience Modules |
||
|
242102-001-00-WM-01 Applied Ethnographic Research |
4 |
4 |
| Semester: 2 | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|
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Knowledge Modules |
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242102-001-00-KM-07 Introduction to Project Management for Design Thinking |
5 |
4 |
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242102-001-00-KM-08 Introduction to Design Thinking Governance, Legislation and Ethics |
4 |
2 |
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242102-001-00-KM-09 4IR and Future Skills |
4 |
4 |
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242102-001-00-KM-10 Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Computer Technology and Utilisation |
3 |
2 |
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Practical Modules |
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242102-001-00-PM-03 Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Computer Technology and Utilisation |
3 |
2 |
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242102-001-00-PM-04 Apply Ethics and Effectiveness in the Workplace |
4 |
4 |
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Work Experience Modules |
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242102-001-00-WM-02 Creative Innovation Solution Design |
4 |
24 |
Contact us
Sharecall: 0861 995 020
Whatsapp :+27 670 9636
Email: info@gopctraining.co.za
www.gopctraining.co.za
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