{"id":58911,"date":"2024-01-12T17:29:59","date_gmt":"2024-01-12T17:29:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/50applications.com\/?p=58911"},"modified":"2024-01-12T17:29:59","modified_gmt":"2024-01-12T17:29:59","slug":"unisa-short-course-in-designing-and-implementing-telecommunication-networks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/unisa-short-course-in-designing-and-implementing-telecommunication-networks\/","title":{"rendered":"UNISA Short Course in Designing and Implementing Telecommunication Networks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\">UNISA Short Course in Designing and Implementing Telecommunication Networks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-3715078449\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p>Short Course in Designing and Implementing Telecommunication Networks (70157)Purpose<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Data Communications and Computer Networks are becoming increasingly more important. The business world could not function without either. Business managers, computer programmers, system designers and home computer users alike need a thorough understanding of the basic features, operations and limitations of different types of computer networks. This course introduces concepts that achieve an in-depth understanding of the often complex topic of Data Communications and Computer Networks by balancing the more technical aspects and the everyday practical aspects. This course includes readability and coverage of the most current technologies. It offers full coverage of wireless technologies, industry convergence, compression techniques, network security, LAN technologies, VoIP, and expanded coverage of error detection and correction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Target group<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course is intended for people who want to learn about telecommunication as well as those who want to formalize their computer network knowledge.<br>&nbsp;Admission requirements<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Senior Certificate or an equivalent NQF 4 level qualification<br>&nbsp;Duration<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Semester course<br>&nbsp;Language medium<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>English<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Registration periods<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>for more information about registrations visit&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/cs-cert.unisa.ac.za\/\">http:\/\/cs-cert.unisa.ac.za<\/a><br>e-mail address:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:cense@unisa.ac.za\">cense@unisa.ac.za<\/a><br>&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Tuition method<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course has two modes namely a web-based mode and a correspondence mode. Students can follow any one of these two modes but cannot interchange between the modes as the semester proceeds.<br>&nbsp;<br><em>MODE 1: Web-based course&nbsp;<\/em>This course is presented in a paperless, web-based mode. It requires a permanent e-mail address as well as a personal Internet connection, which may be at home or from work. An Internet Cafe solution is not a suitable Internet connection, since most of these types of connections do not allow for PDF readable formats, which is the basic format of all electronic notes of this course. Course notes are made available on the web and the download of the material is the responsibility of the student.<br>&nbsp;<br><em>MODE 2: Correspondence course&nbsp;<\/em>This course is presented in a paper-based format. It requires a permanent postal address from where students can collect the course notes that will be sent to them. Having an e-mail address and temporary Internet access through an Internet Cafe or a friend can be beneficial but is not compulsory.<br>&nbsp;Kind of assessment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><br>Formative assessment and examination admission will comply with UNISA\u2019s formative assessment rules and policies<br><strong><em>Formative assessment:<\/em><\/strong><br>Two assignments throughout the semester<br><strong><em>Summative assessment:<\/em><\/strong><br>A two-hour examination at the end of the semester<br>&nbsp;Designing and Implementing Telecommunication Networks (Correspondence \u2013 CSTC1DB) (Web-Based \u2013 CSTC1WW)Syllabus\/Content Topics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Introduction to Computer Networks and Data Communications<\/li><li>Fundamentals of Data and Signals<\/li><li>Conducted and Wireless Media<\/li><li>Making Connections<\/li><li>Making Connections Efficient: Multiplexing and Compression<\/li><li>Errors, Error Detection and Error Control<\/li><li>Local Area Networks: The Basics<\/li><li>Local Area Networks: Software and Support Systems<\/li><li>Introduction to Metropolitan Area Networks and Wide Area Networks<\/li><li>The Internet<\/li><li>Voice and Data Delivery Networks<\/li><li>Network Security<\/li><li>Network Design and Management<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Course leader<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ms H Abdullah BSc (Computer Science) (UNISA) Hons (Computer Science) (UNISA) MSc (Computer Science) (UP)<br>School of Computing<br>Office: Block C 4-62, Cnr Christiaan de Wet and Pioneer Avenue, Florida Campus, UNISA<br>Tel: 011 670 9100<br>E-mail:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:abdulh@unisa.ac.za\">abdulh@unisa.ac.za<\/a><br>&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;Programme administrator(s)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>School of Computing<br>Office: Block C 3-06, Cnr Christiaan de Wet and Pioneer Avenue, Florida Campus, UNISA<br>Tel: 011 670 9131 \/ 9139<br>E-mail:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:cense@unisa.ac.za\">cense@unisa.ac.za<\/a><\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-3444820296\"><div style=\"width: 300px; padding: 20px; margin: 0 auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f9f9f9; text-align: center; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n    <p style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Need Information or Confused about Something ? <\/p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/onlineapplications.co.za\/ask\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; background-color: #007BFF; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; transition: background-color 0.3s;\">Ask a Question<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"advads-btf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-770175634\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads btf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"5513273173\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-4219647083\"><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Sponsored Guide<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Complete Guide to NSFAS Online Loan Application for South African Students (2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are a South African student looking to pursue higher education but are facing financial difficulties, the <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is one of the most accessible funding options available. NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary 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application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone 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