SAQA

All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.

SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION:

Occupational Certificate: Engine Able Seafarer

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
101729	Occupational Certificate: Engine Able Seafarer
ORIGINATOR
Development Quality Partner-TETA
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-			OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Occupational Certificate	Field 11 - Services		Transport, Operations and Logistics
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	138	Not Applicable	NQF Level 03	Regular-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered		EXCO 0425/24	2018-07-01	2025-12-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2026-12-30		2029-12-30

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
48535	National Certificate: Maritime Operations	Level 3	NQF Level 03	130	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as an Engine Able Seafarer.

The Engine Able Seafarer performs engineering, operational and maintenance tasks at a support level on board a vessel.

A qualified learner will be able to:

Provide marine engineering watchkeeping assistance at the support level.

Handle bunkering and internal liquid transfers at the support level.

Provide shipboard operations assistance and care for persons on board at the support level.

Perform safe electrical, electronic and control engineering processes at the support level.

Provide maintenance and repairs at the support level.

Carry out security duties and contingency plans at the support level.

Rationale:
The maritime transport industry, and shipping in particular, is subject to international political, economic and social pressures, typically conventions and protocols emerging from organizations like the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP). This characteristic requires the governance of the industry to be as sensitive to international considerations as it is to domestic considerations.

South African Maritime Safety Authority's (SAMSA's) responsibility regarding the qualification of seafarers (as the authority that certificates South African seafarers and accredits training institutions) requires it to retain the IMO accreditation (South African seafarers' employment opportunities are dependent on recognition of South African certificates of competence). SAMSA must also ensure the availability and advancement of South Africa's various maritime skills.

This qualification will address the need for education and training of Engine Able Seafarers in South Africa as there is no recognized National qualification currently which satisfies the SAMSA requirements and therefore the international requirements. It will ensure compliance with international standard practice and Harbour regulations. In the past, the nature of the profession did not allow, nor promote, access to this area of economic activity. This qualification will entrench open-access to a career as a Second Mate.

South African training institutions providing training are accredited by SAMSA, which is in turn accredited by the IMO. The continued accreditation of SAMSA is vital. The standards set by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) system are aligned with STCW95 and thus ensure that South Africa's education, training and eventual certification standards continue to be internationally recognised.

It was agreed that even the Occupations falling in the first group (via the Professional Body application), need to be allocated 'OFO Codes'.

South Africa's geographic location relative to its main trading partners makes it imperative that maritime transport is efficient, innovative and reliable. Transportation makes up a significant element in the pricing of South African traded goods. Efficient transport services, ensuring the safe and timely arrival of freight, are a prerequisite to competitive and successful trading. Trade is the economic life-blood of nations, with maritime transport carrying over 90% of all international trade. The successful implementation of this qualification will support the above-mentioned strategies objectives.

Although exact numbers are difficult to come by, the employees within the Maritime sectors sector have already indicated a critical need for these advanced level occupational qualifications. Therefore a big uptake is expected should these occupational qualifications and part qualifications be associated to the regulatory environment within the Maritime industry.

It is anticipated that these occupational qualifications will be provided by various post-school institutions and private providers.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
RPL for access to the external integrated summative assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of result or certifying a work experience record.

RPL for access to the qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements.

Entry Requirements:

Level 2 with Mathematics and Communication.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge and Practical Skill Modules:

Knowledge Modules:

735101002-KM-01, Marine Engineering Operations Theory, Level 3, 16 Credits.

735101002-KM-02, Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats, Level 4, 4 Credits.

735101002-KM-03, Personal Survival Techniques, Level 4, 2 Credits.

735101002-KM-04, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, Level 4, 2 Credits.

735101002-KM-05, Medical First Aid, Level 3, 2 Credits.

735101002-KM-06, Fire Prevention and Firefighting, Level 3, 2 Credits.

735101002-KM-07, Safety Familiarisation, Level 3, 2 Credits.

735101002-KM-08, Security Awareness, Level 3, 2 Credits.

735101002-KM-09, Fundamentals of Communications, Level 3, 2 Credits.

735101002-KM-10, Introduction to Applied Marine Science and Mathematics, Level 3, 2 Credits.
Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 36.

Practical Skill Modules:

735101002-PM-01, Perform marine engineering watchkeeping duties at the support level, Level 3, 5 Credits.

735101002-PM-02, Bunkering and internal liquid transfers at the support level, Level 3, 5 Credits.

735101002-PM-315, Safe operation of the engine room and care for persons onboard at the support level, Level 3, 5 Credits.

735101002-PM-04, Perform safe electrical, electronic and control engineering duties at the support level, Level 3, 5 Credits.

735101002-PM-05, Provide maintenance and repair on board ship at the support level, Level 3, 5 Credits.

735101002-PM-06, Carry out security duties and contingency plans at the support level, Level 3, 5 Credits.
Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 30.

This qualification also requires the following Work Experience Modules:

735101002-WM-01, Marine engineering processes at the support level, Level 3, 12 Credits.

735101002-WM-02, Bunkering and internal liquid transfer operational procedures at the support level, Level 3, 12 Credits.

735101002-WM-03, Engine room operational responsibilities and care for persons on board at the support level, Level 3, 12 Credits.

735101002-WM-04, Safe electrical, electronic and control engineering processes at the support level, Level 3, 12 Credits.

735101002-WM-05, Maintenance and repair procedures at the support level, Level 3, 12 Credits.

735101002-WM-06, Security procedures and contingency plans at the support level, Level 3, 12 Credits.
Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 72.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Keep an engineering watch.
2. Apply engine room skills and techniques during the transfer between a ship and a barge or other ship; or between the shore and a barge or ship, including all activities preparatory and incidental to the transfer.
3. Operate on-board equipment to support the operation of the vessel and communicate effectively with crew and passengers using a variety of methods for routine shipboard duties and for emergencies.
4. Plan and carry out safe electrical, electronic and control engineering operations in accordance with established rules and procedures to ensure safety of operations at the support level.
5. Maintain and repair a range of machinery and equipment specific to the requirements of the vessel at the support level.
6. Enhance maritime security and contingency plans through heightened awareness and vigilance at the support level.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

Provide assistance is with the safe operation of the ship's equipment and machinery.

A safe engine room watch keeping handover/shift change is conducted.

Engine room orders are responded to in order to ensure consistent operating parameters.

Record all activities.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

Provide support to fuelling and oil transfer operations.

Provide assistance with ballast and bilge operations.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

Identify and use different types of lifting equipment.

Apply Occupational health and safety precautions.

Demonstrate an understanding of the prevention of pollution in the maritime environment.

Monitor boilers and maintain correct water levels and steam pressures.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

Provide on board assistance to ensure safe electrical, electronic and control engineering processes at support level.

Conduct functional tests on electrical, electronic and control engineering systems in accordance with OEM specifications.

Set-up pre-operation electrical, electronic and control engineering systems in accordance with OEM specifications.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

Use painting, lubrication and cleaning materials and equipment.

Perform routine maintenance and repairs are performed.

Use hand and power tools and dispose waste materials.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

Maintain a security lookout, including a piracy or armed robbery threat or attack.

Demonstrate knowledge of procedures to follow when recognising a security threat.

Conduct a security patrol and apply contingency plans in a simulated environment.

Integrated Assessment:
Integrated Formative Assessment:
The skills development provider will use the curriculum to guide them on the stipulated internal assessment criteria and weighting. They will also apply the scope of practical skills and applied knowledge as stipulated by the internal assessment criteria. This formative assessment leads to entrance into the integrated external summative assessment.

Integrated Summative Assessment:
An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Assessment Quality Partner is required for the issuing of this qualification. The external integrated summative assessment will focus on the Exit Level Outcomes and Associated Assessment Criteria.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

South Africa is a member of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and subsequently a co-signatory to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).

The Occupational Certificate: Engine Able Seafarer qualification was developed to meet the requirements of the above agreement.

The standards are comparable with those for seafarers in countries having comparable maritime training systems to South Africa.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

This qualification articulates horizontally with the following qualification currently being developed:

Occupational Certificate: Deck and Fishing Able Seafarer, Level 3.

This qualification articulates vertically with the following qualification currently being developed:

Occupational Certificate: Marine Engineer, Level 6.

MODERATION OPTIONS

N/A

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

N/A

NOTES

Qualifying for external assessment:
In order to qualify for an external assessment, learners must provide proof of completion of all required modules by means of statements of results and work experience including the Foundational Learning Competence.

Additional legal or physical entry requirements:
The learner must have a current approved South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) medical fitness and eye test certificate.

Criteria for the accreditation of providers:
Accreditation of providers will be done against the criteria as reflected in the relevant curriculum on the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) website.

The curriculum title and code is: Engine Able Seafarer: 735101002.

This qualification encompasses the following trades as recorded on the NLRD:

This is not a trade qualification.

Part Qualifications:
None.

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:

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.

NONE