Xolisile Dladla
Full-time Student
Summary
Current Statistics and Computer Science student with a strong interest in a variety of IT roles, including cybersecurity, data analysis, data visualization, and basic programming. Experienced in research, teamwork, and presenting ideas to stakeholders. Served as a peer mentor, demonstrating leadership and communication skills. Eager to grow technical and analytical skills through practical experience and continuous learning.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Peer Mentor
Sol Plaatje University
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Served as a role model for fellow students, demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Provided guidance to peers on academic and personal matters, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conversations to support open communication among mentees.
Tutor
Excel@Uni
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help tutor students.
Vacation Work Student
Volkswagen Group South Africa
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Researched and developed ideas for a system to manage pre- and post-licensing processes under IT department
- Collaborated with a team to create a mockup demonstrating the system's design and functionality
- Presented the final concept and mockup to stakeholders as part of a group presentation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematical And Computer Science
Sol Plaatje University
Kimberley, South Africa 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Dalpark Secondary
Brakpan, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
- Cybersecurity fundamentals
- Data collection and interpretation
- Statistical Analysis & Modelling
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Programming in python,SQL,C and R
- Basic understanding of IT operations and system design
Hard Skills
- Report writing
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Emotional Intelligence
- Leadership
Soft skills
Certification
Introduction To Cybersecurity
Additional Information
Mr. Nemadimahulu Vincent Kundisani
High School Teacher
Phone: +27 79 903 3273
Email: nemadiv@gmail.com
Mr. Tumo Baitshenyetsi
Senior Lecturer, Computer Science
Sol Plaatje University
Email:tumo.baitshenyetsi@spu.ac.za
Tel: 053 491 0000
Ms. Zipho Msimango
Career Services Officer
Student Affairs Team
Email: zipho.msimango@spu.ac.za
Tel: 053 491 0043
Timeline
Vacation Work Student
Volkswagen Group South Africa
07.2024 - 07.2024
Tutor
Excel@Uni
03.2024 - 10.2024
Peer Mentor
Sol Plaatje University
01.2024 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mathematical And Computer Science
Sol Plaatje University
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Dalpark Secondary
04.2001 -
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