Past Courses – Short Courses at Stellenbosch University

2023

Health Sciences

Abortion: Law & Ethics Online

The aim of this course is to equip those who deal with abortion to critically analyse the relevant ethical arguments, understand how to communicate with abortion patients and have a knowledge of legal, cultural and religious positions on abortion.One of the key work areas of the Clinical Genetics Unit relates to genetic counselling of pregnant…

Arts; Cultural & Social Sciences | Language & Communication skills

Academic Editing / Akademiese Redigering

The main objectives of the workshop are that participants should:– Have a better understanding of the nature of academic editing– Have an understanding of the ethical challenges that arise during the practice of academic editing– Be aware of the international guidelines for the editing of academic texts– Have an understanding of the various types and…

Language & Communication skills

Academic Editing II/ Akademiese Redigering II

The main objectives of the short course are that participants should:– Have a better understanding of the nature of academic editing– Have an understanding of the ethical challenges that arise during the practice of academic editing– Be aware of the international guidelines for the editing of academic texts– Have an understanding of the various types…

Research Methodology and Development

Academic writing skills for doctoral candidates

The facilitator takes an ‘outside in-‘ approach. The facilitator will start with the general conventions of academic writing and then look at the external structure – how to build a skeleton for your text. She will then move onto the internal structure – how to pack the meat onto the bones so that you eventually…

Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals

To expose industry and students alike to the fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing (AM), to improve their knowledge base on the topic, and to assist with adoption of the various AM technologies.

Administrative Law for State Functionaries

¿ Understanding of typical judicial considerations in the interpretation of concepts such as rational, reasonable, lawful and fair. ¿ Familiarise participants with core administrative justice principles from case law to be complied with in everyday decision-making in state affairs. ¿ Acquire greater awareness of typical mistakes and systems fault lines in personal, team and organisational…

Advanced Geotechnics

The objective of this course is to provide an understanding of:Basic reliability concepts including an introduction to Monte Carlo simulation and First Order Reliability MethodsReliability basis of Limit States DesignLimit state design of geotechnical structures using SANS 10160-5Application of STR limit state to design of foundationsApplication of First Order Reliability Methods (FORM) in geotechnical design

Executive Development

Advanced Project Management: Leadership

Project managers are required to lead high performing project teams to success whilst navigating organisational dynamics, facilitating change management and developing the performance of project team members through coaching. This online short course provides advanced project managers with leadership knowledge and skills that have been tailored to the project domain and can be applied seamlessly…

Executive Development

Advanced Project Management: Strategy Realisation

Business strategy is realised through projects that drive strategic goals. This online short course contextualises projects in relation to business strategy and provides project managers with the skills to manage a continued business case, deploy a gated process and ensure value realisation for all project stakeholders.

Applied Machine Learning

In this module students will be exposed to a wide range of machine learning techniques and gain practical experience in implementing them.

Environmental; Agri & Natural Sciences

Basic Principles of Insect Rearing

Expose participants to the complexities of insect rearing by focusing on the following topics: Designing good rearing facilities; Genetics of starter and developed colonies; Importance of the environment on the physiology of reared insects; Developing diets; Good standard operational procedures for effective insect rearing; Disease detection and identification of causal pathogens; Worker and insect health…

Big Data Technologies (Eng)

This module focuses on the tools and platforms for big data management and processing. Big data management refers to the governance, administration and organisation of large volumes of data of different types (both structured and unstructured). Efficient platforms to store and manage big data will be considered, including NoSQL, data warehousing, and distributed systems.

Health Sciences

Biostatistics II

To introduce students to the more commonly used advanced statistical techniques and regression modelling methods building on what was learned in the Biostatistics 1 module. Students should know when it is appropriate to use each method, some of the calculations and equations involved, and how to interpret results obtained from Stata output.

CAD for Manufacturing – Fusion 360 Fundamentals

To create 3D models, alterations, fabrication drawings, import components & image files.To create a rendered image, animation, or technical drawing to share with others using cloud technology.

CAM for CNC Manufacturing – Learn to Program CAM Fundamentals

To produce parts for CNC machines using Fusion 360. To have a full understanding on using Fusion 360 for CNC machining. To sketch, model and produce tooling paths. To generate G-Code files to load into CNC machine

Leadership Development

Democracy and the Engaged Citizen

During this course participants will:1.) Analyse their existing understandings of popular definitions within a democratic framework (specifically South African and African context**); 2.) understand organs of a democracy, and evaluate those democratic structures;3.) remember the basic principles of a constitution and create a working definition for `engaged citizenship¿.*This course seeks to facilitate the attendees progression…

Design of prestressed concrete

The course introduces the fundamental principles of prestressed concrete design and continues with the application thereof for post and pretensioned bridge decks and building slabs. Worked examples are presented.

Research Methodology and Development

Digital & Data Strategies for Leaders

With the amount of data generated within and outside organizations, business leaders must consider how these can be used to derive value through digital strategies, particularly through generating customer value. Past case studies have shown how these strategies have generated value through targeted marketing, cross-selling and customer retention. For leaders to consider digital strategies, one…

Public Administration and Leadership

Digital Transformation of the State

This course aims to provide participants with an understanding on how the new building blocks of the digital transformation (platforms, data, smart devices, produsers) can be used for respective public services provided today and in the future at a national or community level. Furthermore, as technology is expensive and skills are scarce, a viable change…

Community Development & Engagement

Essential Theology

This course will consist of four parts1) Old and New Testament2) Our Christian Faith3) Overview of Church History4) Challenges and Opportunities for the Church in SAThe aim of this course is to give pastors (veterans and beginners) an overview of the basic theological knowledge they need for a responsible ministry. For some pastors who could…

Health Sciences

Expanded Programme on Immunisation in SA (EPI-SA)

The aim of this course is to update health professionals with the knowledge and skills required to provide high quality, safe and effective delivery of vaccines

Fire Behaviour

The course focuses on understanding the fundamental principles of fire behaviour in relation to combustion, enclosure fire dynamics, plumes, heat release rates, fire spread and similar topics. The course is presented online and includes talks and demonstrations. The course is broken up over multiple weeks.

Flood Hydrology

The objective of this course is to transform advance knowledge on flood calculation methods to post graduate students. Methods will be illustrated with appropriate sessions.

FOUNDATION DESIGN FOR HOUSING

Objective ListThe objective of this course is to provide a practical understanding of:Site investigation requirements and methods for township establishment & individual homes.The selection and design of appropriate foundations for houses,Design of retaining walls and semi-basements including damp-proofing and subsoil drainage.Construction control requirements.Recognition of problems soils, precautionary measures and methods of remediation.Roles of players in…

Environmental; Agri & Natural Sciences

Fruit Fly 101: Basic Training in Fruit Fly Identification

Training participants in the basic identification of economically significant fruit flies especially Tephritidae Adequate training will assist industry role players in improving decision making when it comes to fruit fly control and management. To expose participants to techniques used to identify fruit flies of economic importance. Understand general distribution, diversity and importance of fruit flies,…

Renewable and Sustainable Development

Global Gap as food standard and specifications of greenhouse produce

The objective of this one-day short course is to equip farm owners, managers, supervisors, and staff with the knowledge and skills needed to successfully navigate the global market by meeting rigorous food standards and specifications. The course will specifically focus on the GlobalGAP Certification, with a special emphasis on Produce Handling, a recognized food standard…

Environmental; Agri & Natural Sciences

Greenhouse cultivation systems / Hygiene prevention

Understanding Greenhouse construction properties of tomatoes, cucumber and sweet bell peppers. Basic understanding of Greenhouse specs for viable year-round cultivation Understanding of Hygiene as pest and disease prevention strategy. Focus on entrance policy of workers and visitors. Focus on entrance policy for incoming goods and appliances. Understanding of scouting and monitoring as a logic next…

Hands-on Small Satellite

Introduce the core objectives ofsatellites.* Introduce the core subsystems insatellites, including the physicalstructure, communication system,ground station, electrical powersupply, and sensors of a nano-satellite.* Introduce the assembly and integrationprocess of a nano-satellite.* Introduce the test and debug processto produce working subsystems.* Introduce the coding andcommunication with the satellite usinga ground station.

Health Sciences

Hyperbaric Medicine Course

To equip medical practitioners with the knowledge and skills to manage a hyperbaric treatment facility and practice in the field of hyperbaric medicine.

Health Sciences

Infectious Disease Epidemiology

To train candidates to understand the principles and dynamics of control of infectious diseases in developing countries.

Renewable and Sustainable Development

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for protected cultivation systems

The objective of this course is to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and its direct application within greenhouse production systems. By merging preventive and corrective measures, this course aims to empower learners with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively minimize damage from pests and diseases, ensuring the long-term…

Intellectual Property and Competition Law

Provide Introductory knowledge in IP and Competition Law Introduce the importance of the abovementioned fields

Intelligent Transport Systems

To provide students with a working knowledge of ITS in general (including technology and communication options). Sustainable ITS implementation will be approached from a Systems Engineering perspective, with more detailed knowledge obtained in certain application areas (including freeway management systems and public transport applications). Several design tutorials will supplement the practical learning experience of attendees.

Research Methodology and Development

Introduction to Data Science

None The participants should attain knowledge of data science lifecycles, technologies, and processes.

Research Methodology and Development

Introduction to Data Science

This short course is designed as an introductory overview to data science explained at the hand of the data science project life cycle. The course will cover the following theoretical elements with a focus on the data science project life cycle:– Introduction to data science– Data science technologies– Business and data understanding– Data preparation– Modelling…

Environmental; Agri & Natural Sciences

Introduction to greenhouse design and construction

This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to design and construct efficient, sustainable greenhouse facilities. By the course’s conclusion, participants will understand the impact of local climate on greenhouse selection, excel in site preparation and spatial layout for optimized crop growth, and grasp the essential infrastructure requirements. They will become…

Health Sciences

Introductory Hand Therapy

The overall aim of this course is to introduce and educate clinicians on hand therapy approaches and principles towards being able to effectively treat hand and upper limb injured clients within context.

Health Sciences

KINESIO TAPING

Kinesiology theory and methods and principles of application of kinesiology tape.

Health Sciences

Know the basics and master the detail: obstetric ultrasound “at your fingertips”

The overall aim of the course is to enable delegates to perform a basic obstetric scan according to requirements defined by SASUOG.The aim of the theoretical course is to educate delegates about the required content of the basic obstetric scan as well as the minimum requirements for skills and record keeping.The hands-on session in the…

Leadership Development

Leadership in Context

1) To unpack the conceptual underpinnings of `culture¿ as a social construct, in order to identify the role that `culture¿ plays, and could play, in shaping and defining the leadership landscape within the Higher Education landscape;2) To explore and analyse, based on past leadership experiential practices, the prevalent customs, behaviours and values relating to student…

Language & Communication skills

Leeskringe/Book clubs

The main objectives of this workshop is to:– Discuss a selection of the most exciting novels and poetry collections that have appeared in Afrikaans in recent years– Pay attention to aspects such as the author’s oeuvre, genre, structural features, authorial techniques and thematic elements.– Show how certain theoretical angles (such as gender studies, postcolonialism, psychoanalysis…

Arts; Cultural & Social Sciences | Language & Communication skills

Literêre Vertaling / Literary Translation

Die oorkoepelende doel van die kursus is die onderrig van alle genres literêre vertaling met Engels en Afrikaans as bron- en doeltaal. Daar word dus in beide tale vertaal en studente verwerf vaardighede ten opsigte van beide as doeltaal.Spesifieke doelwitte behels dat studente gelei word om:Die spesifieke aard en uitdagings van literêre vertaling te begrypVertaalstrategieë…

Language & Communication skills

Masabelane (Let’s share together): Beginners isiXhosa for staff

Participants will be able to use isiXhosa in a basic and functional manner on campus. They will gain a basic isiXhosa vocabulary for use in campus-related communication and specific emphasis will be placed on speaking, listening, and reading. As part of the larger university context, they will also gain an understanding of the cultural value…

Language & Communication skills

Nederlands voor beginners

Deze online cursus Nederlands voor beginners geeft je een goed inzicht in de Nederlandse taal en zal jou helpen om op een correcte manier in het Nederlands te communiceren. Dankzij de sterke verwantschap tussen het Afrikaans en het Nederlands geeft de kennis van het Afrikaans je een geweldige voorsprong bij het aanleren van het Nederlands.…

Pavement Materials I

This course focuses on pavement materials beneath the surfacing layer, including the subgrade, in both flexible and rigid pavements. Attention is paid to the characterization of soils, unbound and bound materials. Engineering and performance charac¬teristics are considered with relation to environmental impacts and traffic loading.

Pavement Materials II Asphalt

This course focuses on important developments in the field of asphalt technology. Rheology will be explained and binder tests will be reviewed. Feedback will be given from International Conferences. The latest South African approach to asphalt technology will also be reviewed. Asphalt mix design will be explored with attention to the factors that control the…

Environmental; Agri & Natural Sciences

Postharvest Physiology and Technology of Fresh Horticultural Crops

This 3-day course focuses on the underlying principles of postharvest physiology and technology applicable for the postharvest handling of a wide range of South African crops, including deciduous fruit, citrus, vegetables, ornamentals and fresh cut flowers. The aim of the course is for attendees to understand the basic principles that govern postharvest fresh produce quality…

Project Management (Eng)

This course focuses advanced and strategic topics within project management. A focus is put on the role project management plays within the organisation (both functional and strategic). The course will furthermore look at the role of the project leader to facilitate successful organisations as a result of practising project management correctly and delivering projects successfully.

Environmental; Agri & Natural Sciences

Project Management Foundations

Understanding what a project is and why we need projects in our teams and organizations. What is a Project Manager, and what skills, tools and techniques do I, the Project Manager use to be a successful Project Manager What are the main steps in the process of making sure we identify the correct projects, plan…

Public Administration and Leadership

Public Policy Analysis, Development and Implementation

The objective of the course is to improve the policy formulation skills of public sector managers and officials to enable improved analysis, implementation and evaluation of operational and substantive policies in the public sector.

Public Transport Systems

To provide a thorough understanding of the key issues involved in the planning, design and operation of public transport systems.

Health Sciences

Quality Improvement and Clinical Governance

Quality improvement and patient care is an important module/short course as it is the central outcome for leaders in health care organisations.The body of knowledge for this module/short course includes:Theory and practice of quality in health careConcepts, methodology, model, tools, and measurement for Quality ImprovementLeadership, team collaboration and stakeholder engagementChange and transition

Health Sciences

Research Methodology in Health Professions Education

Adopting an enquiry-based approach towards your teaching practice can potentially be one of the most enriching activities you can embark on. We look forward to exploring this exciting terrain with you. Many of you will probably have already been exposed to research in some form or another in the past. We trust that you will…

Arts; Cultural & Social Sciences | Language & Communication skills

Science communication: An introduction to theory, best practice and practical skills

Plan, implement and evaluate science communication To provide professional development opportunities for people working in environments where science and research outcomes need to be made accessible to the general public and to science policy audiences: typically communication and research management/development staff in government departments, universities, science councils and NGOs, as well as science communication and…

Seismic design of Building Structures (S811)

Certain areas in South Africa have been identified by the Structural Loading Code as regions where buildings need to be designed for seismic loads. The aim of this course is to present the principles for the design and layout of structures subjected to seismic loads. The emphasis will be placed on design of reinforced concrete…

Environmental; Agri & Natural Sciences

Soil Microbiology in Agriculture

Familiarise participants with the complex world of the soil microbiome Explore the role of microorganisms in nutrient cycles Explain the use of effective microbes (EM) and biofertilisers in soil communities. Provide hands on demonstration of common soil organisms, and the protocols to study these.

Sport Massage – Level 1

To introduce, learn, teach and practically apply sport massage techniques in a variety of settings Identify the environment/ circumstances needed for massagetherapy Apply safe, effective and ethical working practices. To understand the potential effects and benefits of sport massage Describe and apply the various techniques and applications of sport massage. Develop knowledge of remedial massage…

Structural Fire Engineering

This course aims to provide a good technical and practical basis for the design of structures in fire. The fundamental principles of fire behaviour and the response of timber, steel, concrete and timber structures is covered.

Structural Fire Engineering I

This course aims to provide a good technical and practical basis for the design of structures in fire. The fundamental principles of fire behaviour and the response of timber, steel, concrete and timber structures is covered.

Education and Professional Development

Supervising Boundary Research

Boundary research takes place when academic staff and their students from different disciplines work independently on a common problem or research question. Hereby, researchers share research goals and work on the same problem but seek understanding and solutions from the perspective of their own discipline. The findings from each discipline are supplementary and one advantage…

Education and Professional Development

SUPERVISING CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORKS

This unique short course provides guidelines to both senior degree supervisors and candidates on why conceptual frameworks are important, how they can be constructed and, most importantly, how they can guide senior degree studies as sound scholarly contributions worthy of being conferred.

Health Sciences

Supervisor as Teacher

The aim of the course is to prepare clinicians to be effective facilitators of learning in the clinical setting.

Health Sciences

Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis

To train candidates to understand the methods and applications of conducting a systematic review to answer a clearly defined healthcare question.

Language & Communication skills

Taalverwerwingsmetodiek

Die kursus het ten doel om studente toe te rus met ¿n stewige metodologiese grondslag ten opsigte van basiese metodologiese en onderrigbeginsels oor die onderrig van addisionele tale.Spesifieke doelstellings is:Om studente aan die taakgebaseerde benadering bekend te stelOm studente aan behoefte-analises met die oog op sillabusontwerp bekend te stelOm studente die praktiese onderrigbeginsels te laat…

Health Sciences

Teaching and Learning in HPE

Learning is a personal process (incidental or purposeful) which takes place in a social context and is influenced by the world in which it takes place. This module aims to provide some insight into the most prominent learning theories as a basis for understanding how learning takes place. Readings and discussion on the neurobiology of…

Health Sciences

The Ground beneath our feet: The foundations of mindfulness

For participants to be exposed to the historical origins, the ethical and compassionate foundation of mindfulness, and its on-going relevance and applicability in the present-day The objectives of the short course are to:For participants to be experience the depth of mindfulness practice and the ethos from which it arose. For participants to encounter the framework…

Environmental; Agri & Natural Sciences

Tomato Production- The basics of choosing the right cultivation system

Understanding the different cultivation systems, divided in open field, shade net house and Tunnel or Greenhouse Farming Basic understanding of the benefits of the three systems with corresponding target markets. Market driven approach of choosing cultivation method, variety, plant density, crop duration and planting date Analyzing and understanding of risk management and control measures in…

Transportation Safety Engineering

The context of this course is specifically on road transportation crashes. The course examines the multiple factors involved in crashes¿including environmental, human and vehicular factors to improve the understanding of the causes and types of traffic crashes. The role of the transportation engineer in response to these factors will be explored, and specific approaches and…

Research Methodology and Development

What is Data Science

This course is non-technical and there is no programming. The outcome is for students to have an appreciation for data science and artificial intelligence, different types of data, the data science life cycle, and the importance of ethics, data quality, metadata management, and data governance in data science.