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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Describe process control systems for processing diamond gemstones |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
119817 | Describe process control systems for processing diamond gemstones | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Mining and Minerals | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Fabrication and Extraction | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 2 |
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 |
This unit standard will be useful to people who are required to participate in the processing of diamond gemstones.
. People credited with this unit standard are able to |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
The credit calculation is based on the assumption that learners are already competent in terms of the following outcomes or areas of learning when starting to learn towards this unit standard:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
The conversion of rough diamond gemstones into cut and polished diamond gemstones for sale into local and international markets.
Specific range statements are provided in the body of the unit standard where they apply to particular specific outcomes or assessment criteria. |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Describe the stages of processing diamond gemstones. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The stages in the processing of diamond gemstones are identified. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Stages must include:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The purposes of each stage are described and explained in terms of the key activity performed. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The importance of separation of activities is explained and the importance of control over the outcomes of each stage is explained in relation to the effect on later processes. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The importance is explained of having practices and procedures to maintain the integrity of products, tools, equipment and safety standards. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Describe the controls in the process to ensure that the diamond gemstone is processed to the design, quality and productivity required. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The controls applied to ensure that design instructions are carried out are explained in accordance with general principles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
General principles must include:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The controls required for the different stages are related to general principles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The controls applied in the different stages of processing are explained in relation to how the critical elements of each operation are monitored through the control systems of the workplace. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Explain the consequences of non-adherence to process control systems. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
The critical elements in the evaluation of diamond gemstones are described. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Critical elements must include:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
The principles of productivity in the different stages are explained in relation to output expectations, quality features and the dangers of inappropriate processing. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
The consequences of deviating from workplace specific practices are described in terms of potential impact on health, safety, equipment, products and profitability. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
The importance of good housekeeping is explained in terms of preserving the value of diamonds, safety of personnel and protection of tools and equipment. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
Essential embedded knowledge will be assessed through assessment of the specific outcomes in terms of the stipulated assessment criteria. Without knowledge of the listed embedded knowledge, candidates are unlikely to achieve all the specific outcomes to the standards described in the assessment criteria. This means that for the most part, the possession or lack of the knowledge can be directly inferred from the quality of the candidate's performance. Where direct assessment of knowledge is required, assessment criteria have been included in the body of the unit standard. |
UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identify and solve problems and make decisions using critical and creative thinking.
Note: The ability of the candidate to understand the need for control systems to attain safety, quality and productivity standards requires critical and creative thinking to solve problems. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as members of a team, group, organisation or community.
Note: The understanding of the candidate of the importance of adhering to instructions and providing feedback indicates the ability to work effectively as a team member within the structure of the organisation. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage themselves and their activities responsibly and effectively.
Note: To explain the need for security and accountability for diamond gemstones and the complying with good housekeeping and security practices indicates the candidate's ability to organise and manage activities in the work environment. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
Note: The ability of the candidate to explain process control systems indicates the candidate's ability to analyse, organise and critically evaluate information. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
Note: The understanding of the impact of different processes on the outcome of the critical features of diamond gemstones demonstrates the awareness of science and technology in processing and the safeguarding of material, the environment, fellow workers and oneself. |
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 |
Terminology
Specified requirements Specified requirements include legal and site-specific requirements and are contained in one or more of the following documents: Legal Site specific Notes to assessors Assessors should keep the following principles in mind when designing and conducting assessments against this unit standard: Unit standard justification Level Average level: 12/9 = 1.33 actual level assigned: 1 Credits Total hours required by the learner to achieve the required outcome: Credits achieved: = 10l / 10 = 1 credits assigned = 1 |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Elective | 58267 | General Education and Training Certificate: Mining and Minerals Processes | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MQA |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
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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