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

Collect, analyse, use and communicate numerical data 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
7451  Collect, analyse, use and communicate numerical data 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Math. Literacy Mathematics and Math Sciences 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences Mathematical Sciences 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
ABET Level 4  Regular-Fundamental  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
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 does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
People credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Identify situations for investigation and data collection, collect data;
  • Classify and analyse data;
  • Summarise and display organised data;
  • Extract and interpret information from various forms of display, communicate findings and critically evaluate information; and
  • Demonstrate understanding of the concept of chance and simple probabilities. 
    		•

    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The following competency at ABET Numeracy level 3 is assumed to be in place:

    The ability to construct and use tables and graphs to organise and interpret information. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Identify situations for investigation and data collection and collect numerical data. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Situations for data collection are identified in terms of the purpose for data collection. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Appropriate methods are selected to collect data. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. A variety of appropriate data collection methods are used to collect data from primary and secondary sources. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Surveys, books, interviews, observations, tally sheets and questionnaires.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The potential misuse of data achieved through the data collection method is described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Reasons for and limitations of using sampling are described. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Classify and analyse numerical data. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Grouped and ungrouped data. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Data is organised for meaningful analysis. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Classification, ordering, listing.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Analytical tools are used correctly and appropriately to analyse the data. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Median, mean, modes, frequency, range.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The differences between and uses of mean, median and mode are described. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Summarise and display organised numerical data. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Graphs: pie, frequency polygon, histogram, simple bar graph, stem and leaf.
    Tables, basic tree diagrams.
    Display may be through different technologies. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The form of display is appropriate to the data and context, and is justified in terms of its appropriateness. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The scale is selected and used for a reasonable presentation of the data, and the scale is justified in terms of its reasonableness. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Different forms of display are identified and evaluated in terms of their purposes. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Extract, interpret and critically evaluate information from various forms of display. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Extract, interpret and critically evaluate information from various forms of display and communicate findings. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Graphs: pie, frequency polygon, histogram, simple bar graph, stem and leaf.
    Tables, basic tree diagrams.
    Display may be through different technologies. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The information extracted from the display is consistent with the display. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The information is interpreted to form informed opinions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Displays that distort information are identified and the manner in which they distort information is described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The effect of distortions in displays is described in terms of the impact on meaning in social, socio-historical, political and economic contexts. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Projections or predictions are made in a manner that is consistent with the display. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. The information is analysed to determine and report on the validity of data collection methods, forms of display and projections that are made. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Communication of findings is clear, consistent with the display and makes use of accepted terminology. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Demonstrate understanding of the concept of chance and calculate simple probabilities. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Limited to systematic counting strategies. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Situations are identified in which chance arises. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Simple probabilities are determined. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Statements of chance are correctly interpreted. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The number of combinations and the probability of a particular event are determined. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Probabilities are used to address simple real or simulated problems. 



    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve mathematical problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise critically evaluate numerical data. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using numerical data. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Understand the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation. 

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

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Fundamental  23114   Basic Certificate: Early Childhood Development  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-01-10  ETDP SETA 
    Fundamental  48642   General Education and Training Certificate Housing: Housing Consumer Education  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-05-13  Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  24153   General Education and Training Certificate: Adult Basic Education and Training  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-09-13  Was ETDP SETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  49606   General Education and Training Certificate: Ancillary Health Care  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  HW SETA 
    Fundamental  50584   General Education and Training Certificate: Clothing Manufacturing Processes  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Fundamental  22971   General Education and Training Certificate: Conservation  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2012-06-30  CATHSSETA 
    Fundamental  49411   General Education and Training Certificate: Construction  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CETA 
    Fundamental  23093   General Education and Training Certificate: Development Practice  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  ETDP SETA 
    Fundamental  49552   General Education and Training Certificate: Environmental Practice  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  LG SETA 
    Fundamental  50225   General Education and Training Certificate: General Forestry  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Fundamental  49668   General Education and Training Certificate: Horticulture  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Fundamental  57937   General Education and Training Certificate: Hygiene and Cleaning  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  SERVICES 
    Fundamental  49583   General Education and Training Certificate: Poultry Processing  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Fundamental  49580   General Education and Training Certificate: Poultry Production  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Fundamental  22190   General Education and Training Certificate: Tourism  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2012-06-30  CATHSSETA 
    Fundamental  48495   General Education and Training Certificate: Water Services  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  EWSETA 
    Fundamental  23853   GETC: Domestic Services  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  SERVICES 
    Fundamental  49082   GETC: Wood Products Processing  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Fundamental  23253   National Certificate (GETC): Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Activities  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Fundamental  48970   National Certificate: Animal Production  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Fundamental  22865   National Certificate: Chemical Operations  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2005-10-09  Was CHIETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  14406   National Certificate: Early Childhood Development: Preschool Phase  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2003-10-11  Was ETDP SETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  20287   National Certificate: Farming  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Fundamental  20173   National Certificate: Hygiene and Cleaning  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2007-02-21  Was SERVICES until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  48971   National Certificate: Mixed Farming Systems  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Fundamental  48972   National Certificate: Plant Production  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Fundamental  21798   Certificate: Telecommunications for Customer Premises Equipment  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-10-03  Was MICTS until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  49014   National Certificate: Rockbreaking: Underground Hard Rock  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2007-08-16  Was MQA until Last Date for Achievement 


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    78. Knoop Academy NPC 
    79. Knowledge For Ever 
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    88. Maishamalema Development Training 
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    92. MARS Business Consulting 
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    100. Mdaka Omnyama Trading and Projects 
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    104. Mobile Agri Skills Development and Training NPC 
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    108. Mortarboard Training Solutions 
    109. Morwa Agri-development cc 
    110. Mpontshe Training 
    111. Mthashana FET College - Vryheid Campus 
    112. MURRAY & ROBERTS CEMENTATION (PTY)LTD 
    113. Mvelo Consultant 
    114. MVIMBI BUSINESS ENTERPRISE 
    115. National Institute For The Deaf - NID 
    116. Ndoma Mathodi Trading Enterprise 
    117. Ndwamato Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    118. Neopeo Trading & Projects 
    119. Networx for Career Development 
    120. New Beginnings Training and Development Organisation 
    121. New Heights 1082 Pty Ltd 
    122. Ngwato Wa Mphela Agriculture Training Services 
    123. Nkalebetja Agricultural Projects and Management services 
    124. Nkangala Public FET College - Central Office 
    125. Nkinane Trading Enterprise 
    126. NOBO Training and Development Services (Pty) LTD 
    127. Nophelo Training Centre 
    128. NORTHAM PLATINUM LTD 
    129. Northlink College 
    130. Novi General Services 
    131. NTATAISE TRUST 
    132. Ntsangalala Business Enterprise 
    133. Owen Sithole College of Agriculture 
    134. P N K Management Services 
    135. PALABORA COPPER (PTY) LTD 
    136. Peddie Development Centre 
    137. PERENNIAL SERVICES PTY LTD 
    138. Phambile Skills Training (Pty) Ltd 
    139. Phepha Consulting Services 
    140. Phill Skills and Development Institute 
    141. Pineridge Training Centre 
    142. PMA Holdings (PTY ) LTD. 
    143. Premier Agric (Pty) Ltd 
    144. Progressive Environmental Projects 
    145. Progressive School of Business and Engineering (Pty) 
    146. PTDEV (Pty) Ltd 
    147. QPD CONSULTANTS 
    148. Redefined Skills Training & Development (Pty) Ltd 
    149. Reflections Development Institute 
    150. REGIONAL EDUCARE COUNCIL 
    151. Retsogile Education and Training 
    152. Rhodes University 
    153. RICHARDS BAY MINING PTY LTD 
    154. RLSTP Training & Development (PTY) LTD. 
    155. SANTS College 
    156. SBJ Shadikamang Agriculture 
    157. Scientific Roots (Pty) Ltd 
    158. Sekhukhune FET College - Central Office 
    159. Selipha Trading (Pty) Ltd 
    160. SENZEKO EXECUTIVE RISK CC 
    161. SEOPOSENGOE TRAINING CONSULTANCY CC 
    162. Setlakala Business Development 
    163. Seza Bantu Rural Agricultural Projects 
    164. SIBANYE GOLD ACADEMY PROPRIETARY LIMITED 
    165. Silver Falls Scientific 
    166. Simmek Holdings 
    167. Sioma Training and Enterprise Developement 
    168. Siyafundisa I Africa 
    169. Siyasanga Training Centre 
    170. Siyathuthuka Nursery School 
    171. South African Corporate Training Association 
    172. South African Forestry Training College 
    173. South Cape Public FET College - George Campus 
    174. SPS Consulting (Pty) Ltd 
    175. Suidwes Beleggings Eiendoms Beperk 
    176. Takatso Educare Training and Development Services 
    177. Taletso FET College - Central Office 
    178. Tasc Business Consulting and Training 
    179. Tebkhan Investments (Pty) Ltd 
    180. The Brokers Learning Centre 
    181. The College of Modern Montessori 
    182. THE GMC GROUP PTY LTD 
    183. The Port Elizabeth Early Learning Centre 
    184. The Skills Development Hub (Pty) Ltd 
    185. THUNGELA OPERATIONS (PTY) LTD 
    186. Thuto Boshwa Skills Development Services 
    187. Thutong Learning College 
    188. Timothy Fasheun Group Enviromentors (Pty) Ltd 
    189. Tinotsile Training and Development 
    190. Tlatlana Events Solution and Communication 
    191. TM Mashwara and Projects 
    192. Tompi Seleka Agricultural College 
    193. TPN Training and Recruitment cc 
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