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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
| National Certificate: Polymer Compound Manufacturing |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 79408 | National Certificate: Polymer Compound Manufacturing | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| MERSETA - Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Education and Training Authority | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| National Certificate | Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Manufacturing and Assembly | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 120 | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Regular-Unit Stds Based |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
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Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
SAQA 06120/18 | 2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | |
| 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 qualification replaces: |
| Qual ID | Qualification Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Min Credits | Replacement Status |
| 23257 | National Certificate: Industrial Rubber Manufacturing: Mixing OR Extruding OR Moulding OR Calendaring | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 132 | Complete |
| PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
| Purpose:
Compound manufacturing refers to the production of polymeric compounds for the manufacture of rubber, plastics, tyre and related products. This involves the processing of polymer compounds into finished products that are used in the polymer compound manufacturing industry. This qualification contains the knowledge and skills required of people who perform routine functions in support of the manufacturing of polymer compounds as input for stage (in process) or final processing, as per customer requirements. Polymer Compound Process Workers need to understand the basic processes and practices of production. They also need to be familiar with the basic terminology used in the production/manufacturing plant, including the material, process, tools and equipment used. Such workers have to respond appropriately to situations in a production setting in the areas of health, safety, quality and production processes. Competent learners: This qualification will allow the learner to acquire and develop the following competencies: Rationale: Plastic, compound and tyre products are used extensively in our everyday lives. Their basic ingredients, in various forms, are key components in many low to high-technology industries in many parts of the world. Their industrial applications require a combination of theory and workplace or practical exposure. This qualification aims to provide that learning for entry level workers in the sector. There is a need for entry level Polymer Compound Process Workers to meet the demand for polymer products. There is a need more knowledgeable and skilled workers in the sector to increase capacity at the production line. Those standing to benefit from this Qualification are Polymer Compound Process Workers in a small to more established polymer compound processing setting. Learners who are currently working in the industry and new entrants who aspire to pursue a career in Polymer Compound manufacturing will find this Qualification beneficial. Small, Micro and Medium enterprises providing products or services to the major players in the industry stand to benefit from this Qualification as it will professionalize their businesses and entrepreneurial initiatives. This is the first in a series of Polymer Compound manufacturing qualifications that will enable competent learners to participate effectively in the Polymer Compound manufacturing industry, whether in micro, small, medium or large operations. The qualification is set within the context of either mixing, extruding, moulding or calendering. |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| It is assumed that learners are competent in Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1 or ABET Level 4.
Recognition of Prior Learning: This Qualification can be achieved wholly or in part through the Recognition of Prior Learning. The learner may have attained the knowledge or competencies in the qualification either through formal courses or through informal means or a combination of both. Assessors should ensure that learners submitting themselves to Recognition of Prior Learning are thoroughly briefed prior to assessment. Learners will be required to submit a Portfolio of Evidence in the prescribed format to be assessed for formal recognition. Access to the Qualification: Access to this Qualification is open to learners in possession of: Or |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| The minimum credits required for this qualification are120. This can be achieved as follows:
Fundamental Component: All fundamental unit standards are compulsory, 36 credits. The fundamental Component consists of the following, which is compulsory for all learners: Core Component: All core unit standards are compulsory, 41 credits. Elective Component: The Elective component consists of a number of specialisations. The learner must choose one of the specialisations and complete unit standards listed for that specialisation, according to the requirements for the specialisation and to give a minimum of 43 credits. Specialisation 1: Industrial Rubber Manufacturing. Complete any of the unit standards listed below to give a minimum of 43 credits: Specialisation 2: New Tyre and/or Retreads. Complete any of the unit standards listed below to give a minimum of 43 credits: Specialisation 3: Plastics. Learners are to complete the following two unit standards totalling 23 credits: And Additional unit standards totalling a minimum of 23 credits from the following list: |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Describe manufacturing processes in the Polymer Compound Manufacturing sector.
2. Understand and perform own role in the company with specific reference to safety and quality processes. 3. Understand production requirements of own operational area. 4. Apply production process requirements in own area. Critical Cross-field Outcomes: Critical Cross-Field Outcomes have been addressed as follows: 1. Identify and solve problems. This will be achieved when qualifying learners: 2. Work effectively with others as a member of a team or organisation. This will be achieved when qualifying learners: 3. Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively. This will be achieved when qualifying learners: 4. Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information. This will be achieved when qualifying learners: 5. Communicate effectively by using mathematical and language skills in the modes of oral and written presentations: This will be achieved when qualifying learners: 6. Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others. This will be achieved when qualifying learners: 7 .Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognizing that problem solving contexts do not exist in isolation. This will be achieved when qualifying learners: |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: Integrated Assessment: The Qualification and the Unit Standards have been written in such a way that the learning has to be assessed in an integrated way. Assessors will assess evidence to establish what the learners know, understand and can do. Such evidence may be gathered through course related activities and/or through work related activities. Integrated assessment evaluates the learner's ability to combine actions and ideas across a range of activities and knowledge areas. The integrated assessment must specifically assess the learner's ability to: The assessment will require assessment methods which measure and evaluate evidence generated during learning and on-the-job activities. Because assessment practices must be open and transparent, fair, valid and reliable; ensuring that no leaner is disadvantaged in any way whatsoever, an integrated assessment approach is incorporated into the Qualification. A variety of methods must be used in assessment tools and activities must be appropriate to the context in which the learner is working or will work. Where it is not possible to assess the learner at the workplace, simulations, case studies role plays and other similar techniques should be used to provide a context appropriate to the assessment. The term integrated assessment implies that theoretical and practical components should be assessed together. Whenever possible, the assessment of knowledge, skills, attitudes and values shown in the Unit Standards should be integrated and, during integrated assessment, the assessor should make use of a range of formative and summative assessment tools and methods. Combinations of practical, applied, foundational and reflective competencies should be assessed. Assessment should further ensure that all specific outcomes, embedded knowledge and critical cross field outcomes are evaluated in an integrated way. Assessors must assess and give credit for the evidence of learning that has already been acquired through formal, informal and non-formal learning and work experience as the assessment process is capable of being applied to Recognition of Prior Learning, subject to the rules and criteria of the relevant ETQA. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| This international comparative review has been done for the suite of qualifications in polymer manufacturing, which includes qualifications from NQF Level 2 to 5. This approach gives a clearer picture of how the South African suite of qualifications and how the individual qualifications that make up that suite compare with what is offered internationally.
Internationally, the course offerings for polymer manufacturing include post-schooling Certificate, Diploma, and Bachelor programmes. Specialised Advanced Diploma courses for Technicians already in the field are also available. There are also smaller units of study that focus only on specific applications like material moulding and similar processes, at various levels. Countries selected below are those from which there is a developed, developing and or advanced compound and plastics industry in terms of product output. Singapore, the USA, Japan and the UK are leading countries in the field of polymer technology. However, this review takes a broader view of practices across the globe. New Zealand: New Zealand's NQF provides qualifications similar in approach to those of South Africa in terms of content and approach to qualification design. There is a series of qualifications that span from Level 1 to 5 that are equivalent to those in South Africa. The New Zealand qualifications in the series are: Specialisations and supporting unit standards (New Zealand): Moulding: Supporting these qualifications, there are a number of core unit standards for the various specialisation strands: Level 1: Level 2: Level 3: Level 4: Expanded Polystyrene Moulding Extrusion: Level 1: Level 2: Level 3: Level 4: Film Conversion: Level 1: Level 2: Level 3: Injection Moulding: Level 1: Level 2: Level 3: Level 4: Injection Stretch-Blow Moulding: Level 1: Level 2: Level 3: Thermoforming: Level 1: Level 2: Level 3: The United Kingdom (UK): The National Database of Accredited Qualifications (NDAQ) contains details of qualifications that are accredited by the regulators of external qualifications in England (Ofqual), Wales (DCELLS) and Northern Ireland (CCEA). There is an opportunity for learners to also do EDEXCEL qualifications that are recognised all over the UK. Learners can also enrol for a Level 3 BTEC Extended Certificate in Engineering (applied Science). Its distinct feature is that it offers specialist units that have relevance for Plastics and Compound processing: Basic Polymer Technology, Engineering Studies for Polymer Technicians, ICT and MIS in the Polymer Industry, ICT and MIS in the Polymer Industry, Plastics Materials, Plastics Processing, Polymer Process Engineering, Polymer Science, Polymer Technology Investigations, Compound Products and Specialist Elastomers, Compound Technology, Using Science in the Workplace. The Diploma in manufacturing and product design is for all learners, and has particular relevance to learners who are 14-19 and who seek to acquire knowledge and develop skills in the broad context of manufacturing industries. Such a diploma will enable learners to, amongst others: acquire relevant personal, learning and thinking skills (PLTS) in a manufacturing context, offer progression to other Diplomas, to transfer laterally and progress to further education, apprenticeships and training and aid effective transition to further education, work-based learning or higher education and to working life. The diploma structure has the following components: Principal Learning; Generic Learning and Additional and Specialist Learning. Each Level has three themes: Business and Enterprise, Production Design and Production Systems. Learners have the opportunity to explore the manufacturing sector within their local area. There is a specialist learning focus for the Diploma in manufacturing and product design, which outlines the sector requirements for specialist learning. Progression across the 3 levels: Level 1 Summary of themes and topic titles: Theme A Business and enterprise: Theme B Product design and materials science: Theme C Production systems: Level 2 Summary of themes and topic titles: Themes and topics GLH: Theme A Business and enterprise: Theme B Product design and materials science: Theme C Production systems: Level 3 Summary of themes and topic titles: Themes and topics GLH: Theme A Business and enterprise: Theme B Product design and materials science: Theme C Production systems: The London Metropolitan University offers a distance learning University Certificate Preparatory Award over two to three years. The target group is young people new to the industry or those employed as technicians and wishing to develop their careers in the polymer, manufacturing and allied industries. The entry requirement is a minimum of five General Certificate of School Education subjects (including Mathematics, English and a relevant science), or a BTEC/Edexcel First Award in an engineering, science or technology subject. In many cases, suitable industrial experience will be accepted in lieu of academic qualifications. The modules offered are (Year 1): Polymer Materials Overview; Basic Mathematics; Computing; Basic Science; Polymer science; Practical Skills. (Year 2) Polymer Processing Overvier; Polymer Properties and Testing Engineering practices Industry and Communication Practical Skills. Learners are required to have two optional modules from the following: Extrusion Polymer Process Engineering; Composites Compound Technology; Injection Moulding. These practical classes can be completed in the workplace or at designated short courses at the University, depending on the facilities available to learners at their place of work. In, addition, there is a requirement that learners learn and acquire IT skills. The United States of America (USA): The following is a stand-alone specialist compound qualification that is on offer at a University entry level. The University of Milwaukee School of Continuing Education offers an entry-level Elastomer/Compound Technology Certificate that has the following as core courses: Dynamic Properties of Compound and Product Performance, Compound Adhesion: Principles and Practice Compound Compounding and Mixing for Performance, Compound Extrusion Technology, Moulding of Compound and Design of Compound Moulds Compound Materials Selection, Silicone Elastomers Technology and Fabrication The Elective Courses are: Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancingand Tolerance Stack Up Analysis. India: Compound Technology is strong in India. Anna University offers a BTech Programme Compound and Plastics Technology since 2000 that is recognised by and receives input from trade and industry bodies. Mauritius: The BSc (polymers) degree offered by the University of Mauritius offers the following topics: Concept of Macromolecules/polymers, history of polymers, terminology, classification and representation of polymers/copolymers, types of interactions, cohesive energy, overview of mechanical properties Molecular structure and Isomerism: stereo chemical, geometrical, tacticity, dashed-wedged and Fischer representations. Polymer morphology. Tutorials on isomerism Molar mass determination. Viscosity measurements, size-exclusion chromatography, universal calibration, NMR Polycondensation: general principles, kinetics, molar mass and DPn, functionality and gelification Free-radical polymerization: general scheme, kinetics, transfer, stereochemistry of polymerization, living free radical polymerization Copolymerization, determination and interpretation of reactivity ratios, Q-e scheme Cationic polymerization: conventional and living Anionic polymerization: conventional and living Tutorials on copolymerization, cationic and anionic polymerization Polymerization techniques: bulk, solution, suspension, emulsion Coordination polymerization: Ziegler-Natta, metallocene, metathesis (ROMP) Structure-property relationship. Singapore: In 2008, the chemical industry's contribution to the annual manufacturing output of Singapore was 38.6%, maintaining the sector's consistently key role and high growth rates. While the country is already recognised as a global hub for the industry, further growth is anticipated as several world-scale manufacturing facilities come on stream in the next few years. Developments in the newly targeted automotive, lifestyle products & services, natural resources, nanotechnology and intelligent systems sectors will further drive the demand for chemicals, advanced and specialty materials. The Diploma in Materials Science aims to equip next generation graduates with the materials science knowledge relevant to this rapidly evolving environment. A distinctive feature of the Diploma will be the inclusion of management skills training that will allow graduates to fully participate in and benefit from the exciting industry developments. While one of the newest offerings from Singapore Polytechnic, the Diploma is nevertheless built on the solid heritage of the Diploma in Chemical Process Technology, which has been widely recognised, both locally and overseas, for its academic excellence and industrial relevance. Academically, the Diploma in Materials Science comprises both newly developed and updated modules that are delivered through a comprehensive programme of lectures and tutorials. The Materials Science content is supplemented by extensive laboratory practicals where invaluable experience on a wide range of modern and sophisticated equipment may be gained in the Polymer Characterisation Centre, Polymer Chemistry Laboratory, Polymer Processing Laboratory, Materials Science Laboratory as well as the Advanced Materials Technology Centre. A wide range of local and overseas industrial attachment opportunities as well as a challenging Final Year Project will provide students with real working or research experience. National University of Singapore: Similarities: The New Zealand and South African qualifications in compound products are similar in the way they are structured. Levels 1 to 4 of New Zealand's Plastics Manufacturing (which incorporates paint, compound and plastics) are closer, though not identical, to South Africa's Levels 2 to 4 compound manufacturing qualifications. Qualifications in both countries have a core element, as well as specialist areas where specific knowledge and skills are differentiated. Fundamental learning areas are South Africa's unique feature. Areas of similarity between New Zealand's Qualifications and South Africa's compound Qualifications (including similar qualifications from other countries in this survey) is that the content includes: materials science, production and processing systems and quality considerations in product manufacturing. Approaches at National Certificate and Diploma Levels have broad similarities that differ in packaging. For example, the UK's Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design has very strong elements packaged as Principal Learning and Generic Learning, with very nuanced industry specific specialist learning areas. The same approach can also be discerned in Singapore. Differences: The differences are that South Africa's qualification series starts at Level 2, with New Zealand's equivalent starting at NQF Level 1. New Zealand has an arrangement under which the compound and paint technologies are treated as sub-sets of Plastics, which accounts for the larger breadth of specialist areas. Conclusion: The structural, product and product process proximity of the qualifications in the area of compound manufacturing argue for clustering together of similarities. This then leaves room for specialisations as determined in the qualification series. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This Qualification articulates both horizontally and vertically.
The qualification articulates horizontally to: Vertical articulation: The qualification articulates vertically to: |
| MODERATION OPTIONS |
| CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
| Anyone assessing a learner against this qualification must be registered with the relevant ETQA as an assessor.
Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement this qualification must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA. Assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the policies and guidelines for assessment of that ETQA, in terms of agreements reached around assessment and between various ETQA's (including professional bodies). Anyone wishing to be assessed against this qualification may apply to be assessed any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA. The options as listed above provide the opportunity to ensure that assessment and moderation can be transparent, affordable, valid reliable and non-discriminatory. For an applicant to register as an assessor or moderator of this qualification, the applicant needs to: |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
| As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
| NOTES |
| This qualification replaces Qualification ID 23257, National Certificate: Industrial Rubber Manufacturing: Mixing OR Extruding OR Moulding OR Calendaring, Level 2, 132 credits. |
| UNIT STANDARDS: |
| ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS | |
| Core | 376921 | Apply bonding agent to a range of surfaces | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Core | 376920 | Describe and apply fundamental processes in a polymer compound manufacturing environment | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 15 |
| Core | 376980 | Develop a learning plan and a portfolio for assessment | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
| Core | 12466 | Explain the individual`s role within business | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Core | 13220 | Keep the work area safe and productive | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Core | 376922 | Monitor the production process of polymer compound products | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Fundamental | 119463 | Access and use information from texts | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 9009 | Apply basic knowledge of statistics and probability to influence the use of data and procedures in order to investigate life related problems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Fundamental | 7480 | Demonstrate understanding of rational and irrational numbers and number systems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Fundamental | 119454 | Maintain and adapt oral/signed communication | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 12444 | Measure, estimate and calculate physical quantities and explore, describe and represent geometrical relationships in 2-dimensions in different life or workplace contexts | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Fundamental | 119460 | Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 7469 | Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal and community life | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 2 |
| Fundamental | 9007 | Work with a range of patterns and functions and solve problems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 119456 | Write/present for a defined context | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Elective | 376961 | Apply study and learning techniques | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 3 |
| Elective | 256177 | Apply tread rubber to casings | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 9909 | Identify and process waste | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Elective | 115063 | Inspect, trim, balance and sort manufactured tyres | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 19 |
| Elective | 376944 | Manufacture injection moulding products | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
| Elective | 376927 | Manufacture polymer compound lining products | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 20 |
| Elective | 119139 | Monitor the quality of the input materials and the manufactured plastic product | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
| Elective | 13164 | Monitor the quality of the output from a rubber manufacturing process | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
| Elective | 13258 | Participate in work group activities | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Elective | 12484 | Perform basic fire fighting | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Elective | 256175 | Prepare casings for retreading | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 16 |
| Elective | 13160 | Prepare industrial rubber manufacturing equipment | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
| Elective | 120496 | Provide risk-based primary emergency care/first aid in the workplace | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 5 |
| Elective | 115061 | Repair and buff tyres | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 13161 | Respond to changes in industrial rubber manufacturing processes | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
| Elective | 115111 | Set and operate equipment with simple control systems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 15 |
| Elective | 115055 | Transport materials, components or products in the tyre manufacturing process | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
| Elective | 376941 | Trim, inspect and sort manufactured polymer compound products | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
| Elective | 13163 | Use and care for services, tools and equipment in the industrial rubber manufacturing process | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 10 |
| Elective | 13158 | Work with and look after materials in the industrial rubber manufacturing process | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 12 |
| Elective | 376943 | Develop learning strategies and techniques | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 |
| LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification. |
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| PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here. |
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