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VUTVaal University of Technology

2015 for 2016Faculty of Applied and Computer Sciences

Vanderbijlpark

Biomedical TechnologyBiomedical TechnologyBiotechnologyBiotechnology

Analytical ChemistryAnalytical ChemistryNon-Destructive TestingNon-Destructive TestingInformation TechnologyInformation Technology

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1. Admission Requirements:

2. Curriculum

2.1 In-service training

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Part 5Part 6

: Anatomy and Physiology I (Module I), Calculations andStatistics, Chemistry I, Introduction to Medical Technology, Physics I,English Development.

: Anatomy and Physiology I (Module 2), Biochemistry II,Immunology II, Pathophysiology II, Basic Computer Skills.

: Blood Transfusion Technology, Cellular Pathology I, ChemicalPathology I, Microbiology I, Communication Skills I.

: Cellular Pathology II, Chemical Pathology II, Haematology II,Microbiology II, Communication Skills II.

: Laboratory Practice III.: Cellular Pathology III, Chemical Pathology III, Haematology III,

Microbiology III, Entrepreneurship.

Training can be done in any of the following categories: Microbiology,Virology, Parasitology, Haematology, Immunology, Blood TransfusionTechnology, Chemical Pathology, Pharmacology, Radio-isotopeTechnology, Histopathology Techniques, Cytotechnology, Cytogenetics,Forensic Medical Pathology.OrA minimum of six months’ practical training in each of the followingcategories: Microbiology, Chemical Pathology and Haematology. Thiscombination is collectively known as Clinical Pathology.

3. What are the functions of a Medical LaboratoryTechnologist?

4. Career Opportunities

5. Enquiries

Microscopic, microbiological and chemical examination of specimens frompatients to assist the medical practitioner with diagnosis, determinationof blood levels of drugs for optimal therapy, tests to determine whichantibiotics are the most effective against specific bacteria, tissue sectionsto determine whether malignancy is present.

Medical Laboratory Technology offers a challenging and exciting career inboth the private and public sectors. There is a continuous demand fortrained technologists. Job opportunities exist at the following institutions:The National Health Laboratory Services with its main branch inJohannesburg and other branches in South Africa.

Enquiries may be addressed to:Head: Department of Health SciencesFaculty: Applied and Computer SciencesVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021VANDERBIJLPARK 1900Tel: (016) 950 7592; Fax: (086) 651 4274E-mail: [email protected]/[email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

Biomedical TechnologyFaculty: Applied and Computer Sciences

Department: Health Sciences

National Diploma: Biomedical Technology

3 Year course

B Tech: Biomedical TechnologyFive semesters class attendance at the University plus one semester applicable in-service training in a

laboratory approved for training purposes by the HPCSA Health Professions Council of South Africa.

SubjectsNSC endorsementCompulsory subjects

Any other 2 subjects

EnglishMathematicsPhysical ScienceLife ScienceLife Orientation

TOTAL

Note3 = 40-49%4 = 50-59%5 = 60-69%6 = 70-79%7 = 80-89%8 = 90-99%

NDip: BiomedicalTechnology

Eligibility for Diploma or BTech degree

4444Max 37

26

Note: Scholars who do not qualify for the National Diploma Programmes may apply forthe pre diploma programmes. Tel: (016) 950-9589. For details on the pre diplomaprogrammes see VUT website www.vut.ac.za


2. Curriculum

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Semester 5

Semester 6

Semester 1

Microbiology I, Chemistry I, Biodiversity and Ecology, Calculations &Statistics I, English Development, Communication Skills 1 (Module 1).

Microbiology II, Biochemistry II, Analytical Chemistry: Biological II,Disease and Immune Response III, Basic Computer Skills, EnglishDevelopment (Module 1), Communication Skills I (Module2).

Microbiology: Biological III, Introductory Genetics II, MicrobialBiochemistry III, Fermentation Technology II, Communication Skills II(Module 1).

Food Microbiology III, Analytical Biochemistry III, Quality Assurance I(Biological), Bioprocessing III, Entrepreneurship, Communication Skills 2(Module 2).

Biotechnology Laboratory Practice I.

Biotechnology Laboratory Practice II.

Quality control in enterprises such as the following: water purificationplants, food processing factories, dairies, pharmaceutical factories,sewerage plants, etc. Liaison with chemical engineers and technicians inthe fermentation and biotechnology industries.

A career as a microbiologist/biotechnologist offers challenging andexciting opportunities in a variety of institutions. There is a demand fortrained microbiologists/biotechnologists. Job designations may vary fromlaboratory assistant at the entry level to laboratory technician at themiddle level and eventually laboratory manager at the top level.

Enquiries may be addressed to:

Head: Department of Biosciences

Faculty of Applied and Computer Sciences

Vaal University of Technology

Private Bag X021

VANDERBIJLPARK 1900

Tel: (016) 950 9248; Fax: (016) 950 9794

E-mail: [email protected]

website: www.vut.ac.za

3. What are the functions of a Microbiologist/Biotechnologist?

4. Career opportunities

5. Enquiries

BiotechnologyFaculty: Applied and Computer Sciences

Department: Biosciences

National Diploma: Biotechnology

3 Year course

B Tech: Biotechnology

M Tech: Biotechnology

Subjects

NSC endorsement

Compulsory subjects


TOTAL

EnglishMathematicsPhysical ScienceLife ScienceLife Orientation

Note3 = 40-49%4 = 50-59%5 = 60-69%6 = 70-79%7 = 80-89%8 = 90-99%

NDip:

BiotechnologyEligibility for Diploma or BTech degree

4444Max 37

26


ChemistryFaculty: Applied and Computer Sciences

Department: Chemistry

National Diploma: Analytical Chemistry

3 Year Course

B Tech: Chemistry 1 year full time, 2 year part time.

M Tech: Chemistry 2 year full time, 4 year part time

D Tech: Chemistry 3 year full time, 5 year part time


2. Curriculum

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Semester 5

Semester 6

Option 2Semester 5

Semester 6

N Dip: Analytical Chemistry

Chemistry 1, Physics I, Mathematics I, EDL, AppliedCommunication 1.1.

Analytical Chemistry I, Inorganic Chemistry II, Analytical Chemistry:Practical I, Physical Chemistry II, Organic Chemistry IIICT Skills

Inorganic Chemistry III, Physical Chemistry III, Organic Chemistry III,Analytical Chemistry II, Analytical Chemistry: Practical II.

Analytical Chemistry III, Analytical Chemistry: Practical III, ChemicalQuality Assurance, Physics II/Mathematics II.

Chemical Process Industries II, Entrepreneurial Skills, Industrial ChemicalAnalysis, Mathematics II/Physics II.

Chemical Industry: Practical P1.

Chemical Industry: Practical P1.

Chemistry Project P2.

Option 1

Analytical Chemistry IV, Inorganic Chemistry IV, Research Project IV,Physical Chemistry IV, Organic Chemistry IV. Admission Requirements: NDip Analytical Chemistry or equivalent and a 60% average in final yearchemistry subjects and Mathematics 2.

Research project by dissertation.Admission Requirements: B Tech Chemistry or BSc. Hons Chemistry orM Tech/MSc.

Research project by thesis.Admission Requirements: M Tech, MSc (Chemistry) or equivalent.

Analysis of samples by the wet methods or using analytical instruments,writing reports on analysis, developing methods for analysis, writingrequisitions for purchasing instrumentation, managing of a laboratory.

A career in analytical chemistry offers challenging and excitingopportunities in both the private and public sectors. There is a continuousdemand for trained analytical technicians. Position on entry level:Laboratory assistant. Middle level: Laboratory technician. Top level:Laboratory manager. Research opportunities are also available at theUniversity. Researchers and development scientists.

Enquiries may be addressed to:Head of Department: ChemistryFaculty of Applied and Computer SciencesVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021VANDERBIJLPARK 1900Tel: (016) 950-9603; Fax: (016) 950-9794 / 086 612 8645E-mail: [email protected]

2.2 M Tech/MSc: Chemistry

2.3 D Tech/PhD: Chemistry

3. What are the functions of an Analytical ChemistryTechnician?


5. Enquiries



TOTAL

EnglishMathematicsPhysical ScienceLife Orientation

NDip: AnalyticalChemistryEligibility for Diploma or TBech degree

444Max 39

24

Note3 = 40-49%4 = 50-59%5 = 60-69%6 = 70-79%7 = 80-89%8 = 90-99%


2.1 B Tech: Chemistry

Non-Destructive TestingFaculty: Applied and Computer Sciences

Department: Non-Destructive Testing & Physics

National Diploma: Non-Destructive Testing

3 Year Course

The course includes class attendance and work integrated learning.


2. SubjectsSemester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Option1Semester 5

Chemistry 1, Mathematics I, Physics I, Communication Studies I, AppliedCommunication Skills 1.1, ICT Skills, Intro to NDT (Theory), Intro to NDT(Practical).

Mathematics 2, Physics 2 (Theory), Physics 2 (Practical), Drawing:Mechanical Engineering, Penetrant Testing (Theory), Penetrant Testing(Practical), Radiographic Testing (Theory), Radiographic Testing(Practical), Applied Communication Skills 1.2.

Magnetic Testing (Theory), Magnetic Testing (Practical), Ultrasonic Testing(Theory), Ultrasonic Testing (Practical), Quality Assurance, Metallurgy forNDT 1.

Advanced Materials Evaluation (Theory), Advanced Materials Evaluation(Practical), Eddy Current Testing (Theory), Eddy Current Testing (Practical),Introduction to Fracture Mechanics, Entrepreneurial SkillsMetallurgy for NDT 2.

Advanced Radiographic Testing (Theory), Advanced Radiographic Testing(Practical), Advanced Eddy Current Testing (Theory), Advanced Eddy

Current Testing (Practical), Signal Processing, Project (NumericalAnalysis).

Work Integrated Learning 2.



Semester 6

Option 2Semester 5

Semester 6

3. What are the functions of a Non-Destructive TestingTechnician?


5. Enquiries

Conducts tests on manufactured products and components to ascertaintheir fitness for purposes designed for according to specifications.

- Technicians: perform, monitor, evaluate inspections using non evasivemethods and quality assessment techniques. This is achieved throughboth fabrication and maintenance inspections conducted in accordancewith regulatory requirements. This can be within a company environmentor as an inspections contractor.- Engineers: being part of a team involved in project developmentincluding design, fabrication and specifying inspection techniques andmethods to be used to ensure product safety, reliability and longevity.- Research and development professionals: working on improvingreliability of inspection methods and techniques as well as new andimproved materials and products utilised in the industry.

Enquiries may be addressed to:Head: Department of Non Destructive Testing & PhysicsFaculty of Applied and Computer SciencesVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021VANDERBIJLPARK 1900Tel: (016) 950-9321; Fax: (016) 950-9794E-mail: [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za



TOTAL

EnglishMathematicsPhysical ScienceLife Orientation

NDip: Non-destructivetesting

444Max 39

24

Note3 = 40-49%4 = 50-59%5 = 60-69%6 = 70-79%7 = 80-89%8 = 90-99%

Eligibility for Diploma or BTech degree


Information TechnologyFaculty: Applied and Computer Sciences

Department: Information and Communication TechnologyNational Diploma: Information Technology (3 year course – Full time).

B.Tech.: Information Technology (1 - 2 year course - Part time).M.Tech: Information Technology (2 – 3 years – Part time).

D.Tech: Information Systems (2 - 4 years - Part time).

1. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

2. CURRICULUM2.1 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (206010)

BUSINESS APPLICATIONSFirst year:

The minimum admission requirements for the IT Diploma are listed below (1.1). Forlearners not qualifying, a 12 month entry level certificate in ICT (IT Bootcamp) is offered(1.2).

1.1 NSC Entrance Requirements

1.2 The IT Bootcamp is a 12 month course running on campus. It includes modulessuch as Fundamentals of Programming, MS Office, Internet and E-mail, Maths, Life-and English Comprehension skills. This is to prepare the learner to enter the InformationTechnology Diploma (main stream). A 60% pass rate for all modules are required asminimum entrance level to the IT diploma.

Note: Only 1 other language will be counted 3

Access to an own computer is compulsory.Computer specifications are available from the HOD / Secretary.

The IT Diploma is offered in two specialisation fields: Business Applications andInformation Systems & Information Management.

Subjects/Instructional Offerings:

Information Systems 1, Systems Software 1, Development Software 1, ProgrammingLogic 1, Accounting Skills 1, Information Technology Skills 1(Entrepreneurship, Law),Communication 1, EDL.

≥

Second year:

Third Year

Information Systems II, Development Software II, Business Analysis II, SystemsSoftware II, Web Management II, Communication 2.

(Exit point - National Diploma: Information Technology):Development Software III, Business Analysis III.

INFORMATION MANAGEMENTFirst year:

Second year:

Third Year

2.2 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY- 306017

Admission requirements:

Subjects / Instructional offerings:

2.3 MAGISTER TECHNOLOGIAE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -606002Admission requirements:

2.4 DOCTOR TECHNOLOGIAE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -606003Admission requirements:

3. SYLLABI

Accounting Skills I

Advanced Information and Technology Management IV

Application Technology IV

Information Systems 1, Systems Software 1, Development Software 1, ProgrammingLogic 1, Accounting Skills 1, Information Technology Skills 1(Entrepreneurship,Law), Communication 1, EDL.

Information Systems II, Development Software II, Business Analysis II, SystemsSoftware II, Web Management II, Communication 2.

(Exit point - National Diploma: Information Technology):Information Systems III, Business Analysis III.

The BTech IT is running at both the campuses (Vanderbijlpark and Ekurhuleni). It isoffered on a part time basis. Students can expect to complete the BTech in 18 to 24months.

NDip : Information Technology – (206010, 206008) with average of 60% for finalyear subjects.(Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit).

Compulsory subjects: IT Management IV, Advanced IT Management IV, ProjectManagement IV, Strategic Information Systems IV, Research Methodology IV, ProjectIV (2 modules)Optional subjects (choose any 3 depending on what is offered for the semester):Software Engineering and Design IV, Artificial Intelligence IV, Expert Systems IV,Computer Security IV, Networks IV ,Database Administration IV, New Technology Programming IV.

BTech Information Technology - 306002 / 306017 and Research Methodology as aprerequisite.(Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit)Duration of course:Minimum 2 years, maximum 3 years part time study.Research project and dissertation

MTech Information Technology - 606002(Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit)Duration of course:Minimum 2 years, maximum 4 years part time study.CourseAdvanced research project and thesis

- Basic accounting skills: interpretation and application ofaccounting principles.

- Theapplication and management of IT Auditing within large enterprises.

- Introduction to and use of most recenttechnology: selection of software / hardware, testing, bench marking, usage in

Subjects

NSC endorsement

Compulsory subjects


TOTAL

EnglishMathematicsInformation TechnologyAny other subjectLife Orientation

Bootcamp Requirements (NSC)Subjects (Life Skills included) NDipCompulsory SubjectsEnglish 4Mathematics or 3 orMathematical literacy 5Life Orientation Max 3Any 3 other subjects 12Total 23 (with mathematics)

25 (with mathematical literacy)

Note3 = 40-49%4 = 50-59%5 = 60-69%6 = 70-79%7 = 80-89%8 = 90-99%

Note3 = 40-49%4 = 50-59%5 = 60-69%

NDip: Information

TechnologyEligibility for Diploma or BTech degree

4444Max 37

26

Note: Scholars who do not qualify for the National Diploma Programme may apply forthe pre diploma programmes. Tel: (016) 950-9589. For details on the pre diplomaprogrammes see VUT website www.vut.ac.za

applications.

- Fundamentals of artificial intelligence: ConceptLearning and the General-to-Specific ordering, Bayesian Learning, Fuzzy Logic Systems,Neural Networks, Support Vector Machines (SVM), Decision Trees

: Enterprise resource planning, Business Analysis andmanagement, Functional business systems, Enterprise modelling, Process modelling.The students are also introduced to SQL and PL/SQL as a relational databasemanipulation language.

: Strategic Management and business analysis tools.Application of business analysis concepts, tools and techniques to an IT related casestudy.

- Practical experience and the completion of a practicalproject in a work environment.

- Principles of computer security: cryptology (symmetric andasymmetric), software, Virtual private networks (VPN), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI),VLANS, WEP, WPA, WPA2, steganopgraphy, watermarking, certificate authority (CA),certificate revocation lists (CRL), registration authorities (RA), SSL, SET

- Learners learn the basic skills and concepts ofprogramming using a GUI interface with Visual Basic as the programming language.Learners should be able to use the control structures, various GUI controls, manipulatestrings, implement independent functions and sub procedures, use sequential files,process arrays, implement basic classes and use objects as well as arrays that storesobjects in an application using Visual Basic.NET.

- Learners will learn the concepts and techniquesnecessary to connect to an SQL Database using ADO.NET in a Visual Basic.NETenvironment. Learners will also be introduced practically to the fundamentals of theJava language. Classes and objects are introduced in Object Oriented Programming,together with Input validation and Exception handling using Java as the programminglanguage.

- The learners are introduced practically to theadvanced concepts of the Java language. Topics that are introduced include Patterns,linking to a database and XML, and graphical user-interface programming (using theSwing framework). Students will also be introduced practically to various datastructures.

- Fundamentals of expert systems: problem representation,knowledge acquisition & validation, inferences, uncertainty in knowledge-basedsystems.

- IT Management basics,technology trends, e-business assets, outsourcing and personnel management.

- An overview of Information Systems and the role thatInformation Systems play in an organization. Relational database design and basicimplementations of databases.

- Systems analysis, design and development principles.

Swotting effective logical and physical system modelling tools. Solving IT problems byapplying SDLC principles.

- Advanced database systems, GUI and reportimplementation using Oracle software, as well as advanced project managementconcepts.

: Apply project management principles, techniques andpractices in the effective development of IT systems

- Basic IT skills: entrepreneurial skills, interpersonal communication skills, legal aspects.

- Advanced networking concepts: standards, hardware, protocols,topology, all seven layers, and practical application.

– The student is introduced to basic programming constructsand concepts. Logic and problem-solving skills are taught to solve problems in a genericmanner using pseudocode.

In module 2 the student is introduced to advanced programming constructs andconcepts. More advanced logic and problem-solving skills are taught to solve problemsin a generic manner using pseudocode.

- Student selected industry project: literature study and application.

- Advanced project management concepts.

- Theory and practise of conducting research: types ofinvestigations, selection of topic, title, coming up with a problem statement and a thesisstatement, coming up with a research strategy, learn how to read a scientific Paper andhow test if a topic is researchable, intellectual property rights, learn how to writefunding applications.

Artificial Intelligence IV

Business Analysis II

Business Analysis III

Business Analysis Project

Computer Security IV

Development Software I

Development Software II

Development Software III

Expert Systems IV

Information and Technology Management IV

Information Systems I

Information Systems II

Information Systems III

Project Management

Information Technology Skills I

Networks IV

Programming Logic I

Project IV

Project Management IV

Research Methodology IV

Software Engineering and Design IV

Strategic Information Systems IV

System Software I

System Software 2

Web Management II

4. WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING

4. WHAT DOES THE IT SPECIALIST DO?

Career opportunities

Career status

6. ENQUIRIES

- Software engineering methodologies,testing of systems and user interface design.

- Theory and application of Strategicinformation systems.

(CISCO) CCNA Discovery Course - networking for home, smallbusinesses and ISPs. This course provides hands-on introduction to networking and theinternet using tools and hardware commonly found in the home and small businessenvironments. The student will also cover an introduction to routing and remote access,addressing and network services, they are also familiarized with servers providing emailservices, web space and authenticated access.

(CISCO) CCNA Discovery Course - networking for home, smallbusinesses and ISPs. The course provides a hands-on introduction to networking and theInternet using tools and hardware commonly found in the home and small businessenvironments. The student will also cover an introduction to routing and remote access,addressing and network services. They are also familiarized with servers providing emailservices, web space and authenticated access. The installation and configuration ofoperating systems in a networked environment.

- E-commerce principles and management of webenvironments. An introduction to PHP and server-side languages are also covered.

Although the IT Diploma does not have a formal Work Integrated Learning componentthe third year learners do a project for six months. This could either be within a workingenvironment or a self-chosen project. The learner is responsible to obtain practicaldevelopment work since the project entails a complete working application.

The person will find himself/herself in any of a wide variety of computerisedenvironments. Responsibilities may include the maintenance of systems in use, systemsanalysis and design and/or programming of new systems, network administration,database administration and user support. The computer specialist communicates withmanagement and the different users of the systems, which make the position animportant link in the global set-up of the organisation. Management of IT functions is apossible position in the career development of the keen IT specialist.

Computerisation of most facets of modern society creates a multitude of possibilities. In-service training includes the development of prototypes or systems and/or the supervisedsupport of existing systems. The typical entry level is that of programmer with a quickadvance to the level of senior programmer. Further promotions are to the level ofSystems Analyst, Network Administrator or Database Administrator.

IT specialists can acquire membership of the Computer Society of South Africa.

6.1 Student AdministrationThe Head: Student Administration

Vaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X0211900 VANDERBIJLPARK

Tel: (016) 950 9347Fax: (016) 950 9907

6.2 Information Technology specificHead of Department: Information and Communication TechnologyVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X0211900 VANDERBIJLPARK

Tel: (016) 950 9605Fax: (016) 950 9793

Welcome

Admission Requirements

Sport Codes

The Sport Academy would like to extend a warm welcome toyou as a new student on campus. We invite you to makeuse of the numerous well equipped sport facilities that areavailable. We have top quality coaches who are willing tohelp with your needs. Through sport we build the image ofVUT. We wish you a happy and successful sportingexperience.

Registration at any one of the sport clubs is open to all fulltime, part time, at the VaalUniversity of Technology. Acceptance to clubs depend onthat club’s constitution. There is no discrimination withregard to gender, colour or creed at the Sport Academy andits associated divisions and clubs. This is also the policy atthe Vaal University of Technology. Kindly note that only bonafide VUT students will qualify for selection to nationalstudent teams and for representing the VUT at the UniversitySport South Africa (USSA) tournaments.

USSA and Provincial LeaguesTrack and FieldCross CountryRoad RunningTennisTable TennisDanceKarateCricketHockeyRugbyBasketballSoftballVolleyballNetballBody BuildingAerobicsChessFootball

Dean: Mr GB Koen (016) 950-9918Head of Department (Sport and Recreational Services):(016) 950-9248

as well as non-students

Secretary (016) 950-9282Stadium Manager: Mr Hannes Hattingh (016) 981 6403

Isak Steyl Stadium2 rugby fields (floodlit)grandstand & VIP lounge3 soccer fields (floodlit)1 athletics track (floodlit)throws practice nets (floodlit)Astro Hockey field (floodlit)2 hockey grass fields (floodlit)hockey/cricket/soccer clubhouse2 cricket fields (2 x floodlit)8 cricket netshockey/cricket open pavillion6 netball courts (floodlit)6 tennis courts (floodlit)3 basketball courts (floodlit)weight training roomVUT radio station

3 tennis courts (floodlit)2 soccer fields1 gymnasium

Merit bursaries are available, with the minimumrequirements being provincial colours. Priority is given toUSSA sports.The annual closing date is 31 October.

Honours:Awarded to athletes who are selected at a senior provinciallevel or higher and to those who are selected to representthe different USSA teams.

Merits:Awarded to athletes who are selected for provincial juniorteams.General:The Sport Academy works in conjunction with the AcademicFaculties and the Sport Management Department as well as

Facilities

Hostels

Sport Merit Bursaries

Sport Awards

Sport Academy‘Where champions meet’

THROWS AREA /PARKING

& V

IP

SOCCER

B-FIELD

RUGBY

SOCCER

CRICKET

SOFTBALL

A-FIELD

A-FIELD

C-FIELD

GPS coordinates

S26, 42' 15.1 / E 27, 52' 35.1

The Sport Academy works in conjunction with the AcademicFaculties and the Sport Management Department as well aswith South African Sport Federations such as Athletics SouthAfrica, Basketball South Africa, Gauteng Cricket Board,Falcons Rugby etc.

Sport AcademyVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021Vanderbijlpark 1900Tel: (016) 950-9917Fax: (016) 950-9763

Sport and RecreationTel: (016) 950-9282Fax: (016) 950-9763

Enquiries

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75%+

70%+

65%+

75%+

70%+

65%+

75%+

70%+

65%+

TOTAL

Criteria

Photography,

Fine Arts

Accounting

Accounting

Accounting

Other

Other

Other

Science, Engineering & Technology,

Bursary

R 15 000

R 12 000

R 10 000

R 10 000

R 6 000

R 4 000

R 7 500

R 5 000

R 3 000

2013 GRADE 12 RESULTS

VISION

MISSION

1. SPORT BURSARIES

2. MERIT AWARD (Academic)

To become recognised as a leading administrative sectionproviding a creative, holistic personalised and satisfactoryservice to a wide range of clients, to the maximum benefit ofall concerned.

Financial Aid Office strives to offer a comprehensive internaland external administrative service to all stakeholders,specifically catering for individual needs in a creative andprofessional manner in order to make a meaningfulcontribution to their success and in so doing to foster a longterm working relationship.The Financial Aid Office offers the following services in orderto help students to obtain bursaries and/or loans to be ableto complete their studies. Bursaries and/or loans are offeredin all study fields at the Vaal University of Technology.

The Vaal University of Technology offers Sport Bursaries tostudents who have excelled in sport. The value of thesebursaries is determined by the level of competitions in whichcandidates have participated.The retention of a sport bursary is dependent on statisfactoryacademic progress.Contact number: (016) 950 9282 / 9307

2.1 FIRST YEARS

Closing date: 31 January each yearContact number: (016) 950 9342 / 950 9486

2.2 SENIOR STUDENTSPlease note:A list of all qualified students will be published no later than31 March.Funds are allocated in the following manner:Annual aggregate of 75+(Minimum 3 registered subjectsper annum), R5000 automatic award.

Depending on the availability of funds, students can receiveprestige awards dependant on involvement in studentactivities throughout the year.Contact number: (016) 950 9900

At the Vaal University of Technology we fully provideassistance to all company sponsored students.Students who are in possession of confirmation letters mustreport to the Financial Aid Bureau where their registrationwill be dealt with.The following assistance is provided* Meal vouchers* Book vouchers* Booking of residence* Sending of statements* Sending of Academic Records* Handling of all refunds* Debt Collection* Company Visits

NOTE: The Vaal University of Technology is not responsiblein funding nor seeking sponsorship (s) for students. It alsoremains the responsibility of the student to ensure that theiraccounts are settled on time.

Should any information be required feel free to contact thefollowing numbers:Tel: (016) 950 9342 Fax: (016) 950 9106

The Vaal University of Technology will provide assistance tostudents in securing placements for experiential training butdoes not guarantee such placements.

3. PRESTIGE AWARDS

4. COMPANY BURSARIES

Bursaries and LoansFinancial Aid Office

5. LOANSi) NSFAS LOANSWhat is NSFAS?The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a loanand bursary scheme operating in terms of Act 56 of 99 andfunded by the National Department of Education.NSFAS has been established to assist academically deservingand financially needy students to achieve academic goals attertiary educational institutions in South Africa, withparticular concern in overcoming barriers created bystructural disadvantagement.

What does NSFAS offer?- The means to obtain a tertiary qualification- Loans at low interest rates- Loans without guarantees- A reasonable repayment plan

NSFAS convert loan (s) to a Bursary.Up to 40% of the award may be converted into a bursarydepending on your end of year results.

- If you pass all the courses for which you have registered,you qualify for a 40% bursary.- If you pass three quarters of the course, you qualify for a30% bursary.- If you pass half of the courses, you qualify for a 20%bursary.- If you pass one quarter of the course, you qualify for a10% bursary.- If you pass none of the courses, you qualify for no bursaryat all.

What is a loan?- A loan is the money you borrow to cover tertiary studies.- This loan has to be repaid.

Who qualifies for a NSFAS loan?You can qualify for a NSFAS loan if you are:- A South African citizen;- Registered at a South African university or University ofTechnology;- An undergraduate, studying for a first tertiary educationalqualification; or- Studying for a second tertiary qualification, if this isnecessary to practice in your chosen profession; (e.g. LLB orHDE)- Able to demonstrate potential for academic success;- Financially needy;- You will, however, be expected to make your own familycontribution towards the total costs of your studies.(EFC)

How much money do you get?- There is a minimum award and a maximum award, which

is determined annually by NSFAS. Please enquire at theFinancial Aid Office for the current limits.

Where do you apply for a loan?At the Financial Aid Office of the Vaal University ofTechnology.

NOTE: Interest on NSFAS awards is determined annually byNSFAS.

Contact numbers: (016) 950 9484, 9972, 9486, 9485,9571Brochures for NSFAS ‘Students guide to funding’ areavailable at the Financial Aid Bureau office.

ii) EDU-LOANDo you need study finance?You can apply for Edu-loan at the VUT campus (Finance).Edu-loan offers hassle free educational finance. As long asyou, or a family member, receive a salary, paid into a bankaccount then you could qualify for an Edu-loan. What’smore, if we have an agreement with your, or your familymember’s employer, we won’t even have to carry out creditchecks.Once your loan is approved we will:Pay your student fees to the educational institution of yourchoice.Assure you of affordable interest rates with a fixed monthlyinstalment.Give you the option of an Edu-Xtras Smart Card for booksand accessories.You don’t even have to pay a deposit.

Contact numbers EDU-LOAN (016) 950 9948/9373

Call Centre: 0861 861 888 or 0861 861 VUT

Financial Aid OfficeVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021VANDERBIJLPARK1900

Financial Aid Office support a care free education.

Closing dates:Senior students (year and first semester courses) 04 October2013First year students (year and semester courses) 31 October2013. Late first year applicants: 24 January 2014.Late applicants will be considered for awards if fundsare available.

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Faculty of Applied and Computer Sciences

VUT

Whilst every effort has been made to present you with the relevant information in this brochure,program offerings may be subject to change in order to keep abreast with new developments in thehigher education landscape.The institution therefore reserves the right to unilaterally change oramend any of the content/structures contained herein.

Major expenses for the year

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Registration fee, Accommodation, Class / course fees, Books, Pocket money, Transport to campus. For costssee VUT website www.vut.ac.za (look under: Study at VUT, Tuition fees & Study loans.)

Prospective students are advised to apply early in the year preceding registration for admission to thecourse, and/or for hostel accommodation.Arrangements can be made to visit the campus in this regard. Closing dates for admission and/oraccommodation applications 31 October.

How to apply: See front page of application form or VUT website (www.vut.ac.za) click on ‘Study at VUT’and then ‘Admissions and How to apply’ and then on ‘How to apply’.

The Department of Co-operative Education assists in experiential learning administration and placements.Contact details: Tel: 016-950-9496, Fax: 016-950-9759, E-mail: [email protected]

The Institution makes every attempt to accommodate students with disabilities.

International students: 31 October.

General Tel: (016) 950 9924/5 or Call Centre 0861 861 888

Admission Enquiries: (016) 950-9356

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