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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: 

Read and interpret basic engineering drawings 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
9882  Read and interpret basic engineering drawings 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  8 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
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 
Reading and interpreting basic engineering drawings to be able to select components to be manufactured or assembled. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
This unit standard has been designed as part of a progression. It is one of a series of unit standards for activities below, at and above this level. The credits assigned to it are based on the assumption that I am learning what is needed for this unit standard as part of my learning for a range of related unit standards at this level or below it.

If I have experience in these related activities but do not have credits for them, I can obtain credits by being assessed through a process that recognises prior learning.

If I do not have such experience of related activities, then my learning time will be increased. I can choose to be assessed and obtain credits against those other unit standards as I make progress towards the outcomes of this unit standard. 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
The learner is able to refer to engineering drawings, sketches and material lists to access any information necessary to perform his/her duties. 

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
Demonstrate an understanding of basic engineering drawings, sketches and material lists. 
OUTCOME NOTES 
Explain basic concepts of line structures 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. Selected work piece corresponds to engineering drawing. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators:

1. Engineering drawings correctly interpreted, taking into account line structures and dimensions.
2. Interpretation done in a methodical manner.

Understanding confirmed:

1. Discuss and explain
  • Measurement and dimensions
  • Use of measurement scales
  • Concepts of basic geometry and units of measurement
  • Line structures
  • Dimensioning 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Purpose of engineering drawings, sketches and material lists explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators:

    1. Engineering drawings correctly interpreted, taking into account line structures and dimensions.
    2. Interpretation done in a methodical manner.

    Understanding confirmed:

    1. Discuss and explain
  • Measurement and dimensions
  • Use of measurement scales
  • Concepts of basic geometry and units of measurement
  • Line structures
  • Dimensioning 
    		•

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Interpret basic engineering drawings and sketches. 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
    Interpret measurements and dimensions 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Selected work piece corresponds to engineering drawing. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators:

    1. Engineering drawings correctly interpreted, taking into account line structures and dimensions.
    2. Interpretation done in a methodical manner.

    Understanding confirmed:

    1. Discuss and explain
  • Measurement and dimensions
  • Use of measurement scales
  • Concepts of basic geometry and units of measurement
  • Line structures
  • Dimensioning 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Purpose of engineering drawings, sketches and material lists explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators:

    1. Engineering drawings correctly interpreted, taking into account line structures and dimensions.
    2. Interpretation done in a methodical manner.

    Understanding confirmed:

    1. Discuss and explain
  • Measurement and dimensions
  • Use of measurement scales
  • Concepts of basic geometry and units of measurement
  • Line structures
  • Dimensioning 
    		•

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Select components from engineering drawings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Selected work piece corresponds to engineering drawing. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators:

    1. Engineering drawings correctly interpreted, taking into account line structures and dimensions.
    2. Interpretation done in a methodical manner.

    Understanding confirmed:

    1. Discuss and explain
  • Measurement and dimensions
  • Use of measurement scales
  • Concepts of basic geometry and units of measurement
  • Line structures
  • Dimensioning 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Purpose of engineering drawings, sketches and material lists explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators:

    1. Engineering drawings correctly interpreted, taking into account line structures and dimensions.
    2. Interpretation done in a methodical manner.

    Understanding confirmed:

    1. Discuss and explain
  • Measurement and dimensions
  • Use of measurement scales
  • Concepts of basic geometry and units of measurement
  • Line structures
  • Dimensioning 
    		•


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    My assessment will be governed by the policies and guidelines of the MERSETA Education and Training Quality Assurer who has jurisdiction over this field of learning. My assessor will (at the very least) be accredited and have a technical qualification in this learning area.

    I can be assessed in the language of my choice although if I have to report incidents or conditions to someone else, I will be assessed on my ability to report in the language commonly used in my working environment.

    I will be assessed in the workplace but I can submit documents, projects, test results and assignments that were not produced in the workplace.

    I can be assessed against this unit standard to obtain credits or as part of an integrated assessment for a qualification. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Names and functions of:
  • Material lists
  • Engineering symbols and abbreviations

    Purpose of:
  • Engineering drawings

    Processes, events, causes and effects, implications:
  • Implications of incorrectly interpreting engineering drawings

    Procedures and techniques:
  • Drawing interpretation process and sequence

    Theory: rules, principles, laws
  • Units of measurement (conversion) and measurement scales
  • Basic geometry
  • Dimensioning

    Relationships, systems:
  • Relationship between engineering drawing and manufacture of a product that meets customer specifications 
    		•


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems:
  • Related to the interpretation of an engineering drawing 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage myself and my activities:
  • Manage my own time 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:
  • Interpret information contained in engineering drawings
  • Make decisions based on information 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically:
  • Relate appropriate theory to the interpretation of drawings 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:
  • Understand what the purpose of engineering drawings are in the manufacturing process
  • Explain the importance of correctly interpreting the engineering drawing 
    		•

    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
    Core  65809   National Certificate: Automotive Manufacturing and Assembly  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  57878   National Certificate: CNC Production Machining  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  49091   National Certificate: Furniture Making: Wood  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Core  58268   National Certificate: Lift Installation and Maintenance  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  48695   National Certificate: Measurement, Control and Instrumentation  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-04-08  Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Core  21014   National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-11-01  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Core  36154   National Certificate: Polymer Composite Fabrication  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  22991   National Certificate: Refractories Installation  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  CETA 
    Core  60190   National Certificate: Water and Wastewater Process Control  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  EWSETA 
    Fundamental  20418   National Certificate: Electrical Engineering  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2004-02-10  Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  22673   National Certificate: Wastewater Process Operations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2007-11-28  Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  24193   National Certificate: Water Purification Process Operations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2007-11-28  Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  23708   National Certificate: Community Water, Sanitation and Health Facilitation  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-06-11  Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  21004   National Certificate: Automotive Component Manufacturing and Assembly  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-11-01  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  23473   National Certificate: Community Water, Health and Sanitation Promotion  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-06-11  Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  24198   National Certificate: Construction Material Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  CETA 
    Elective  74530   National Certificate: Measurement, Control and Instrumentation  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  58781   National Certificate: Production Technology  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Reregistered  2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  50542   National Certificate: Small Craft Construction  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2009-08-31  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  50022   National Certificate: General Draughting  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Reregistered  2023-06-30  CETA 


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