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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
| Diploma in Analytical Chemistry |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 100741 | Diploma in Analytical Chemistry | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| Cape Peninsula University of Technology | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| CHE - Council on Higher Education | HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| Diploma (Min 360) | Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences | Physical Sciences | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 360 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 06 | Regular-Provider-ELOAC |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
| Reregistered | EXCO 0821/24 | 2021-07-01 | 2027-06-30 | |
| LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
| 2028-06-30 | 2033-06-30 | |||
| 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 qualification replaces: |
| Qual ID | Qualification Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Min Credits | Replacement Status |
| 78613 | National Diploma: Analytical Chemistry | Level 6 | NQF Level 06 | 360 | Complete |
| PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
| Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to equip learners with the required knowledge and skills to apply scientific principles and techniques of quantitative and qualitative analysis, quality control of raw materials and finished products, and contribute to research and development within industries such as petroleum, forensics, pharmaceutical, and water treatment and radiochemistry. Learners will gain hands-on practical and laboratory skills using the latest technology. Besides, learners will gain an in-depth understanding of laboratory procedures and production processes applicable to the manufacturing and retail sectors of the chemical industry. The qualification also aims to equip learners with knowledge and skills of quality control and assurance relevant to the field of study. Learners who complete the qualification will be holistically prepared to face challenges at the workplace, but also respond more meaningfully to the ever-changing demands of society through acquired skills and values such as effective communication, critical thinking, creativity, innovation and emotional intelligence within the context of the field of study of Chemistry. Rationale: The existing qualification was established approximately 15 years ago to meet the needs of the chemical industry in South Africa. Based on new trends and developments in the field of study, the qualification was revised to enhance the employability of learners. Employment opportunities in the Western Cape require skills in the Chemistry environment about specialised equipment and advanced technology. The Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) has identified knowledge and high-level technical skills in Chemistry have as scarce skills. The revised curriculum aims to address the skills shortages in regional and national niche industries such as Petrochemical, Forensics, Pharmaceutical, Water Treatment (Environmental) and Radio Chemistry identified through stakeholder engagement as well as in consultation with the South African Chemical Institute (SACI) and South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP). |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process of identifying the knowledge and skills of a learner against the admission requirements of the qualification and for credits against a part thereof. The process involves the identification, mediation, assessment and acknowledgement of knowledge and skills obtained through informal, non-formal and formal learning. The RPL process is multi-dimensional and multi-contextual, based on the individual needs of learners following an institutional RPL policy by a unit dedicated to this activity. The RPL process includes guidance and counselling, as well as the preparation of a body of evidence to be presented by the RPL candidate to meet institutional requirements. An appeal procedure is also in place to accommodate queries. RPL in this qualification will relate to gaining access to the qualification and credits/advanced standing as described in institutional guidelines. Learners may obtain access to this qualification through recognition of prior learning by means of a portfolio of evidence of relevant work experience and scholarship. Such evidence will be screen by the Faculty Recognition of Prior Learning committee and will be approved by the Faculty Board. Entry Requirements: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: ¿ National Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4, granting access to Diploma studies. Or ¿ National Certificate (Vocational) , NQF Level 4, granting access to Diploma studies. |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| This qualification consists of the following compulsory modules at National Qualifications Framework Levels 5 and 6 totalling 366 Credits.
416 Credits. Compulsory Modules, Level 5: 120 Credits: Compulsory Modules, Level 6: 246 Credits: |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Apply principles to perform advanced routine chemical analyses and syntheses in the laboratory and in production.
2. Apply management principles to independent problem-solving in the working environment. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
" Apply mathematical, physical and chemical concepts to tasks in the laboratory and production " Conduct and interpret accurately, wet chemical and instrumental analyses, using prescribed laboratory procedures. " Prepare organic and inorganic compounds using standard synthetic and purification procedures. " Perform calculations to report and evaluate the results of analyses to meet quality assurance and quality control requirements and criteria. " Report and assess results obtained from the analyses and calculations. " Apply computer skills relevant to the chemical laboratory. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: " Perform relevant Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures to ensure that processes remain within designated limits. " Use interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate teamwork in the working environment. " Ensure that all assigned work is performed in compliance with relevant occupational health, safety, and environmental laws, legislation and regulations; established policies and procedures; and in accordance with ethical principles. " Apply problem-solving skills to problems in the work environment. " Develop a plan for continued professional growth. Integrated Assessment: Integrated assessment forms part of continuous assessment at the institution and takes the form of an appropriate mix of both formative and summative assessment methods. Assessment policy and practices at the institution promote constructive alignment of the curriculum, student centred-learning and assessment, and the importance of feedback to enhance the learner engagement. Assessment practices will be fair, reliable and valid. It will also be in keeping with academic disciplinary and professional field norms and standards. Assessments will be scaffolded throughout the qualification, for example, in the first-year learners will be assessed on fundamental chemistry principles and concepts. After mastery of these principles and concepts, they will be exposed to more complicated aspects as they progress to higher levels of study. Formative assessment is aimed at enhancing the learning and provides learners with an opportunity to reflect critically on their own learning and to improve their own levels of personal accountability and time management. The formative assessment usually consists of a variety of assessment tasks relevant to the field of study. In this qualification it will consist of a variety of tasks such as problem-solving individual and/or group assignments and projects, case studies, portfolio development, class discussions and laboratory practicals and reports. Summative assessment will take place at the end of a section of work/quarter or semester and is aimed at assessing the learners' attainment against the Exit Level Outcomes. Summative assessments usually consist of a variety of formal assessment tasks relevant to the field of study, including written tests, reports and examination. In this qualification it will consist of written assessments in the form of written class tests and examination conducted during and at the end of the academic semester/year. Laboratory practical examination and reports also form part of summative assessments. Integrated assessment often cuts across a number of modules of qualification and is aimed at the holistic development of learners and contributes to the learners' personal and professional development in the field of study in terms of foundational, practical and reflexive competence. Integrated assessment in this qualification will take place in the third year of study and learners will be assessed holistically by means of project reports, a portfolio of evidence and an oral presentation related to the needs and requirements of the chemistry industry. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| The following international institutions were compared:
Jomo Kenyatta University offers a BSc Industrial Chemistry. This is over four years, covering all chemistries in first 2 years, including Instrumental electronics, Statistics, (Electives some Physics, Intro to Microbiology), Computers in Chemistry, Nuclear and Radiochemistry, Intro to industrial chemistry, Calculus I, II and III. In the 3rd year: Polymer synthesis, Environmental Chemistry, Natural Product Chemistry, Carbohydrates and proteins, pharmaceutical products, Instrumentation, pigments and dyes. In the 4th year: Entrepreneurial skills, Organic spectroscopy, Cosmetics, dyeing technology, Industrial waste, Polymer, Analytical Chemistry application, Intro Biotechnology. Makerere University, Kampara offers a Forensic Science which comprises 9 modules and leads to Diploma in Forensic Science: Forensic chemistry (drugs), Toxicology, Dactyloscopy, trace analysis, DNA analysis, Environmental Forensics, etc. The University of New South Wales offers an Industrial Chemistry. This is a four-year qualification, part of Engineering faculty, many maths, physics and design courses as well as Chemical Engineering; Good grounding of Chemistry especially Organic. Ferris State University, Michigan, USA offers an Industrial Chemistry. This includes General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Quantitative Analysis, Instrumental Analysis, Industrial Chemical Technology, Safety in the lab, Industrial Chemical Calculations, Chemical Manufacturing Analysis, Introduction Microsystems Software, Trigonometry, Physics. Flinders University, Australia offers Analytical and Forensic Science. This includes chemical reactivity, separation science, chemical criminalistics, drug action, toxicology, metabolism as well as Analytical and Instrumentation tools. CQ University, Australia offers an Industrial Chemistry. This includes broad base, environmentally responsible practices which comprise Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Drug discovery, Metals in Chemistry, Green Chemistry, Energy and Reactivity, Risk management and Safety. The University of Technology Sydney offers a Bachelor of Forensic Science in Applied Chemistry. The qualification comprises Mathematics, Chemistry 1 and 2, Physics, Statistics, Principles of Forensic Science, Organic Chemistry 1, Chemical Safety and Legislation, Physical Chemistry 1 Organic Chemistry 2, Inorganic Chemistry 1, Analytical Chemistry 1, Analytical Chemistry 2, Chemical Criminalistics, Forensic Toxicology, Physical Chemistry 2, Analytical Chemistry 3, Chemistry and Pharmacology of Recreational Drugs, Fire and Explosion Investigation, Forensic Statistics, Inorganic Chemistry 2, Polymer Science. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.
Horizontal Articulation: ¿ Cognate Diploma in the same field, NQF Level 6. Vertical Articulation: ¿ Advanced Diploma in Analytical Chemistry, NQF Level 7. |
| MODERATION OPTIONS |
| N/A |
| CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
| N/A |
| NOTES |
| N/A |
| LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification. |
| NONE |
| PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
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| 1. | Cape Peninsula University of Technology |
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