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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Apply elementary statistical process control principles 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
244076  Apply elementary statistical process control principles 
ORIGINATOR
Chemical Industries SGB 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Engineering and Related Design 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  6 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
Learners who demonstrate competence as described in the outcomes of this unit standard will be able to monitor and control product parameters in a processing environment.

The qualifying learner is able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of monitoring product parameters in a processing environment.
  • Assess product suitability by means of measurements, checks and simple tests.
  • Plot values and compare these values against maximum/minimum control limits.
  • Take corrective action to address non conforming results. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this unit standard will have demonstrated competence against mathematical literacy and literacy at NQF Level 1 or equivalent. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The typical context of this unit standard includes any processing environment, for example chemical-, minerals- or beverage processing.

    Range statements, which are applicable to the unit standard titles, specific outcomes and assessment criteria are found beneath the applicable assessment criteria. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate an understanding of monitoring product parameters in a processing environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The purpose of monitoring product parameters in a processing environment is stated in terms of product quality. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Consequences of not rejecting non-conforming products are explained in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Product functional and aesthetic properties are defined in terms of workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Product quality parameters are defined in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The concept of "control limits" is defined in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The concept of trends is defined in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The concept and role of measurement in quality control is explained in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Assess product suitability by means of measurements, checks and simple tests. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Measurement methods and units, as pertaining to product suitability, are described in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Product checks are listed and effectively implemented in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Product measurement techniques are described and effectively implemented in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Basic product testing techniques are described and effectively implemented in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Plot analysed values and compare these values against maximum/minimum control limits. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Finished goods specifications are tabulated in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Measured values are manually plotted and compared against control limits in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Measured values are plotted and compared against control limits, using relevant computer software. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Monitoring intervals are adjusted in accordance with situational requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Test and check values are plotted and compared against control limits. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Analysed values are tested and checked for trends. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Take corrective action to address non conforming results. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The reasons for rejecting non-conformance products are stated and correct rejection procedures are applied in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The reasons for rejecting defective products are stated in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Corrective actions are implemented in line with delegated authority or under supervision. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The reasons for stopping the process are described and correct procedures are applied in accordance with workplace procedures. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An assessor, accredited with a relevant NQF 2 or higher qualification, will assess the learner's competency.
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this Unit Standard must be registered as an Assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Direct observation in simulated or actual work conditions is required. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The following essential embedded knowledge will be assessed by means of the specific outcomes in terms of the stipulated assessment criteria.
  • How to perform basic measurements.
  • How to plot values and compare these against control limits.
  • How to apply corrective actions. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    The learner is able to identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made by:
  • Solving a variety of numerical problems.
  • Applying correct procedures to adjust the process and identifying reasons for the removal of defective products.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcome/s:
  • Plot analysed values and compare these values against maximum/minimum control limits.
  • Take corrective action to address non conforming results. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    The learner is able to organise and manage himself and his activities responsibly and effectively by:
  • Monitoring and controlling product parameters according to acquired knowledge and standard operating procedures.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information by:
  • Plotting values and comparing these against maximum/minimum limits in order to take corrective actions.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcome/s:
  • Plot analysed values and compare these values against maximum/minimum control limits. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively by using mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations by:
  • Using everyday language and mathematical language to describe relationships, processes and problem solving methods.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcome/s:
  • Assess product suitability by means of measurements, checks and simple tests.
  • Plot analysed values and compare these values against maximum/minimum control limits.
  • Take corrective action to address non conforming results. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others by:
  • Using software to analyse, describe and represent various situations and to solve problems. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by:
  • Explaining the purpose of monitoring product parameters in a processing environment.
  • Explaining the consequences of not rejecting non-conforming products.
  • Stating the reasons for rejecting defective products.
  • Describing the reasons for stopping the process.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcome/s:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of monitoring product parameters in a processing environment.
  • Take corrective action to address non conforming results. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large by:
  • Understanding the role of basic statistical control in a process environment and the effect it has on the growth and development of the organisation, its customers and employees.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Supplementary Information:

    Terms and definitions:
  • Standard operating procedures means the documented practice(s) defining the who, what, and when of quality activities.
  • Process means the manufacturing process where a product is manufactured using machinery and equipment with limited guidance or control from the learner.
  • Deviations are variations from a specified value or range of values that remain constant during normal operation.
  • Process and operating specifications are the measurements and indications of all variables monitored during operations including temperatures, pressures, speed, flow rates, power consumption, noise, vibration and visual indicators.
  • Changes are measurements and indications that may occur suddenly or over a period of time including changes within and beyond the limits specified in the (standard) operating instructions.
  • Trend means general direction and tendency. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  78527   National Certificate: Chemical Operations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Core  61929   National Certificate: Pulp and Paper Operations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Core  59017   National Certificate: Tissue Conversion  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Elective  58955   National Certificate: Chemical Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CHIETA 
    Elective  63349   National Certificate: Molten Glass Production  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CHIETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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