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

Understand the properties and applications of materials in a processing environment. 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
244081  Understand the properties and applications of materials in a processing environment. 
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  5 
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 understand and be able to discuss the properties and applications of solid materials in a processing environment.

The qualifying learner is able to:
  • Describe the different solid materials and the unique properties applicable to a processing environment.
  • Explain basic material selection considerations.
  • Describe metals used in a processing environment, their properties and typical process applications.
  • Describe polymers used in a processing environment, their properties and typical process applications.
  • Describe ceramics used in a processing environment, their properties and typical process applications.
  • Describe composites and organic materials used in a processing environment, their properties and typical process applications. 
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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 included in the applicable assessment criteria. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Describe the different solid materials used in a processing environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Main material classifications are defined and described as applicable to a processing environment. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Classifications may include but are not limited to metals, polymers, ceramics, composites and organic materials.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Key properties used in the selection of materials are defined in terms of their process applications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Properties may include but are not limited to mechanical, electrical, deterioration resistance, thermal properties, magnetic properties and optical properties.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The importance of process condition knowledge in the selection of materials is explained in accordance with specified requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Typical process applications for each of the material classifications are described in accordance with specified requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The concept of life-cycle-cost and the importance of using it in the selection of materials are discussed in terms of process applications. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the use of metals in a processing environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different metals and alloys are identified and described in terms of their use in a processing environment. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Metals and alloys may include but are not limited to steel, stainless steel, copper, brass, aluminium, titanium, tungsten, speciality alloys.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Molecular structure of the different metals and alloys is discussed using scientific terminology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Key properties of the different metals and alloys are discussed as applicable to a processing environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The different forms in which metal products are produced are described in accordance with processing requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Forms may include but are not limited to sheet, plate, bar, profiles, forgings and castings.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Methods used for joining metals are explained as applicable to a processing environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Typical process applications for each of the metals and alloys are described in accordance with specified requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the use of polymers in a processing environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different polymers are identified and described in terms of their use in a processing environment. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Polymers may include but are not limited to polypropylene, polyethylene, polystyrene, PVC, Teflon, nylon and rubber products.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Basic molecular structure of polymers is discussed using scientific terminology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Key properties of the different polymers are discussed as applicable to a processing environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Methods used for joining polymers are explained in terms of processing applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Typical process applications for each of the polymers are described in accordance with specified requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the use of ceramics in a processing environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different ceramics are identified and described in terms of their use in a processing environment. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Ceramics may include but are not limited to glass, graphite, clay products, refractories, cements and abrasives.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Basic molecular structure of ceramics is discussed using scientific terminology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Key properties of the different ceramics are discussed as applicable to process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Typical process applications for each of the ceramics are described in accordance with specified requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the use of composites and organic materials in a processing environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different composites and organic materials are identified and described in terms of their use in a processing environment. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Organic materials may include but are not limited to wood, cork, natural rubber and leather. Composites include concrete, fibre reinforced materials and multi-layered sandwich panels.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Key properties of composites and organic materials are discussed as applicable to a processing environment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Typical process applications for composites and organic materials are described in accordance with specified requirements. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An assessor, accredited with a relevant NQF Level 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 
    Qualifying learners understand and can:
  • Describe the different solid materials and the unique properties applicable to a processing environment.
  • Explain basic material selection considerations.
  • Describe metals used in a processing environment, their properties and typical process applications.
  • Describe polymers used in a processing environment, their properties and typical process applications.
  • Describe ceramics used in a processing environment, their properties and typical process applications.
  • Describe composites and organic materials used in a processing environment, their properties and typical process applications. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in the following areas, which response displays that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made:
  • Identifying different materials according to their classification.
  • Interpreting material properties.
  • Identifying process applications associated with materials.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community by:
  • Maintaining sound relations with co-workers/learners.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    The learner is able to organise and manage himself and his activities responsibly and effectively by:
  • Logically classifying the different material types.
  • Logically distinguishing between different material properties.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information by:
  • Logically identifying and classifying the different material types.
  • Logically distinguishing between different material properties.
  • Identifying process applications associated with materials.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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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 during:
  • Use of applicable terminology.
  • Explaining material properties and applications.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others when:

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems. This is evident in:
  • Correlating basic material properties and the application of these materials in industry.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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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:
  • Using a range of relevant criteria to make an informed choice.

    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:
  • Composites: An integrated combination of materials including at least two of the following: metals, polymers, ceramics or organic materials.
  • PVC: Polyvinyl chloride. 
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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
    Elective  58955   National Certificate: Chemical Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CHIETA 
    Elective  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 


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