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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Apply a range of project management tools and techniques

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
120385	Apply a range of project management tools and techniques
ORIGINATOR
SGB Project Management
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-
FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies			Project Management
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular-Fundamental	Level 4	NQF Level 04	7
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
2026-06-30		2029-06-30

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 replaces:

US ID	Unit Standard Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Credits	Replacement Status
10140	Apply a range of project management tools	Level 4	NQF Level 04	8

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

Learners accessing this standard will be involved in project management teams or involved in building small project management teams. These projects may be technical projects, business projects or developmental projects and will cut across a range of economic sectors. This standard will also add value to learners who are running their own business and recognise that project management forms an integral component of any business.

Learners accessing this standard will be working as a leader in the context of a small project / sub-project involving few resources and having a limited impact on stakeholders and the environment or working as a contributing team member on a medium to large project when not a leader.

The qualifying learner is capable of:

Demonstrating an understanding of project management tools.

Using a range of project management tools.

Applying corrective action steps where project management tools and techniques usage problems occur.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in mathematics and communication skills at NQF level 4 or equivalent.

Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in computer literacy and applicable software at NQF level 4 or equivalent.

ID 120372 - Explain fundamentals of project management.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

Project level may include but is not limited to working as a leader in the context of a small project / sub-project involving few resources and having a limited impact on stakeholders and the environment or working as a contributing team member on a medium to large project when not a leader.

Projects may include but are not limited to all projects including technical, developmental and business related projects.

The range of project management tools and techniques may include but are not limited to Gantt charts, network diagramming, spreadsheets, budget administration, documentation management, e-mail and internet usage and word processing, presentations, desktop calendar, computerized applications (software).

Tools are tangible such as a computer, spreadsheet program, template.

Techniques are systematic procedures using one or more tools to produce a deliverable.

Project tools may include but are not limited to tools where only knowledge is required to support a project manager.

Policies and procedures may be organisation specified systems, policies and procedures or where these do not exist, accepted industry best practice.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Demonstrate an understanding of project management tools and techniques.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

A range of tools and techniques used on a project are identified and explained in accordance with project requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Limitations and advantages of project management tools and techniques are explained using examples.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Examples of the usage of the project management tools and techniques are provided in a hard copy format.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Use a range of project management tools and techniques.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

A range of project management tools and techniques are used in accordance with established standards and procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Output of project management tools and techniques meet individual, team and organisational needs/requirements.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Apply corrective action steps where project management tools and techniques usage problems occur.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Problems with the usage of project management tools and techniques are identified against project requirements.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Possible solutions are identified and discussed in consultation with higher authority.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Authorised / agreed solutions are implemented according to agreed steps.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.

Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.

Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.

Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

The purpose of project management tools and techniques.

The use of various project management tools and techniques.

The use of computerised tools for specific applications.

The various types and uses of project management tools and techniques available.

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems relating to the use of arrange of project management tools and techniques and problems associated with their application on a project.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others when using and applying project management tools and techniques on a project.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information pertaining to the usage of project management tools and techniques.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively when establishing information needs to support the use of project management tools.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use science and technology as part of the process of using project management tools and techniques.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where the effective and efficient use of project management tools and techniques improves the success rate of the project outcomes.

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

This unit standard replaces unit standard 10140, ' Apply a range of project management tools ' , Level 4, 8 credits.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	57428	Further Education and Training Certificate: Youth Development	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	ETDP SETA
Elective	58578	National Certificate: Local Government Councillor Practices	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	LG SETA
Elective	58644	National Certificate: Local Government Support Services	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	LG SETA
Elective	58880	Further Education and Training Certificate: Fluid Power	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	57712	Further Education and Training Certificate: Generic Management	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual
Elective	65989	Further Education and Training Certificate: Human Settlements Development	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Elective	58063	Further Education and Training Certificate: Labour Recruitment Services	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SERVICES
Elective	50372	Further Education and Training Certificate: Municipal Finance and Administration	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	LG SETA
Elective	50080	Further Education and Training Certificate: Project Management	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SERVICES
Elective	57824	Further Education and Training Certificate: Public Administration	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	PSETA
Elective	61670	Further Education and Training Certificate: Railway Construction and Maintenance	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	TETA
Elective	58337	Further Education and Training Certificate: Trade Union Practice	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	ETDP SETA
Elective	36153	National Certificate: Polymer Composite Fabrication	Level 4	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MERSETA
Elective	57611	National Certificate: 2D Animation	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	MICTS
Elective	57612	National Certificate: Arts and Culture Enterprise	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CATHSSETA
Elective	66089	National Certificate: Human Settlements Development	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Elective	58600	National Certificate: Land Transport Planning	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30	LG SETA
Elective	67373	National Diploma: Orientation and Mobility Practice	Level 5	NQF Level 05	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	ETDP SETA

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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