Using a Web Browser to Surf the Internet (S115931)

Use a GUI-based web-browser to search the Internet L2 (SAQA ID 116931)

Purpose

• The unit standard is intended for people who need to use a GUI-based web browser to search for information on the Internet either as a user of computers or as basic knowledge for a career in the ICT industry.

Who should do the programme?

• Learners who require end user computing skills in all sectors of the economy, as End User Computing is an essential skill in any business today. This unit standard is designed to accommodate both learners in formal education and learners already employed. It aims to develop informed and skilled learners that can apply the acquired skills in any industry and should contribute towards improved productivity and efficiency in the workplace.

What skill will you learn?/Basic content of programme (Exit Level Outcomes)

• Understand the concepts and terms of the Internet.
• Explain legal and ethical issues in relation to Internet use.
• Use a GUI-based browser to display a given Web Page.
• Adjust setting to customize the view and preferences of the browser application.
• Navigate on the Internet.
• Use a Search engine to locate given information specifications.
• Obtain information from a Web site.

Price and duration

• 14 hours (7 x 2 hours)
• R610

Where will it be offered?

All campuses (depending on minimum enrolment of 15 learners per group)

Contact details:

• Caledon: Wallace Swartz at 028 212 3942
• Paarl:  Alta Nel at 021 872 3323
• Stellenbosch: Daniël Lötter at 021 887 3027
• Strand: Mcebisi Mazwi at 021 853 7611
• Worcester: Annette le Roux at 023 348 6920