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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
Occupational Certificate: Routine Road Maintenance Manager |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
101864 | Occupational Certificate: Routine Road Maintenance Manager | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
Development Quality Partner - SANRAL | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
- | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
Occupational Certificate | Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction | Civil Engineering Construction | ||
ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
Undefined | 120 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 05 | Regular-ELOAC |
REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
Reregistered | EXCO 0425/24 | 2022-12-06 | 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 does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. |
PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Routine Road Maintenance Manager. A Routine Road Maintenance Manager (RRMM) identifies road maintenance needs and plans, organises, directs, controls, administers and coordinates the routine maintenance of roads, and manages the physical and human resources involved in the routine road maintenance process in either a supervisory or contracting context. A qualified learner will be able to: Rationale: In consultation with South African National Roads Agency Limited (SANRAL), which can be regarded as an industry leader in the field of Routine Road Maintenance (RRM), the need for qualified Routine Road Maintenance Managers has been identified. Routine Road maintenance is not part of the formal curriculum of tertiary education, which presents civil engineering/construction courses. Skills required by Routine Road Maintenance Managers include knowledge to enable management of general routine road maintenance projects, i.e. understand, direct and coordinate pre-project planning; understand general contract documentation; implement administrative systems and be able to coordinate, direct and guide general maintenance activities executed by main contractors and/or Small, Medium and Micro-sized Enterprises (SMMEs) subcontractors in a safe and cost-effective manner. These skills will speak to a specific context of management, i.e. managing routine road maintenance activities in a broader civil engineering construction context, in this case, the larger part of the life cycle of road infrastructure, after actual construction. Learners accessing this qualification will mostly come from employed persons currently working on National, Provincial and Municipalities RRM projects. Persons with this qualification will improve the level of service on roads with effective management of RRM projects. This qualification will address the scarce skills identified through Strategic Integrated Projects (SIPs) and generate competent managers to effect the outcomes and conditions of Provincial Road Maintenance Grant (PRMG). |
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: |
RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
Y |
QUALIFICATION RULES |
This qualification is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge and Practical Skill Modules:
Knowledge Modules: Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 24. Practical Skill Modules: Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 44. This qualification also requires the following Work Experience Modules: Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 52. |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
1. Plan and prepare Routine Road Maintenance Management (RRMM) activities and apply specifications and Employer requirements.
2. Manage compliance with RRMM contract documentation. 3. Manage and co-ordinate RRMM activities on site. |
ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: 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 integrated 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. The external assessment will be conducted through a combination of a written assessment and demonstration of practical tasks at a registered assessment centre and marked by registered assessors. The combination of the written and practical assessment will be conducted over a period of two working days. During both the theoretical and practical assessments, the learner must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of planning and preparation for a Routine Road Maintenance project, managing compliance with documentation and to manage and co-ordinate activities within the Routine Road Maintenance projects. |
INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
No formal national registered qualifications were found as training is mostly provided on demand. Work-based training takes place where routine road maintenance is undertaken based on the applicable road maintenance standards in relation to the environment.
The level of training varies significantly and includes: In Africa, most countries receive training from the World Bank. The World Bank has been instrumental in facilitating the implementation of road maintenance contracts and the training of contractors to execute these contracts. Countries mentioned on the World Bank website are Lebanon, Ghana, Lesotho, etc. The USA and Australian programmes, although at different levels of basic knowledge, were considered to be comparable in terms of content, with the curriculum herein developed for South Africa. The USA course, for example, is designed as an intensive program for State, district, and county maintenance managers and supervisors. This is presented as the Maintenance Leadership Academy available from the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA) National Highway Institute (NHI). Participants will study personnel management, materials selection, equipment use, budgeting, and maintenance planning. Australia: Training.gov.au is the National Register on Vocational Education and Training (VET) in Australia: https://traininq.gov.au/Home/Tga. Registered Training Organisations ({RTOs) are required to deliver Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) components - Training Packages, Qualifications, Accredited Courses, Skill Sets, Units-of competency. The Unit of Competency RIICBS208D - Conduct road maintenance operations: This unit describes a participant's skills and knowledge required to conduct road maintenance operations in Civil Construction. This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles. Scope: 1. Plan and prepare to conduct road maintenance operations. 2. Set up road maintenance unit. 3. Repair damaged road surfaces. 4. Carry out operator maintenance. 5. Clean up. 105 RTOs, which are approved to deliver this Unit of Competency, are registered on the training.gov.au website. This ensures a uniform standard across Australia for Basic qualifications in Road Maintenance. However, there are no formal training institutions with programmes on the Basic level to compare. A postgraduate programme is available- Centre for Pavement Engineering Education: Centre for Pavement Engineering Education {CPEE)'s units of study have been developed with advice from industry, government, research bodies and the private sector. Students build on Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 7/8 qualifications (Bachelor degree/ Honours/ Graduate Certificate) to acquire the overarching skills and knowledge essential for subsequent specialisation within pavement technology. CPEE offers two postgraduate qualifications: 1. Master of Pavement Technology Graduate (AQF Qualification level: 9) Entry-level: A minimum relevant academic qualification at AQF Level 8. Or A minimum relevant academic qualification at AQF Level 7 plus a minimum of 5 years relevant industrial experience in pavement engineering or a related field. Duration: One year. (Part time - maximum 6 years) Graduation requirement: the three (3) core units - Fundamentals of Roads and Pavements, Road Construction and Drainage Principles, Industry Research-; plus five (5) units from the prescribed electives. Or 2. Certificate in Pavement Technology {AQF Qualification level: 8) Entry-level: A minimum relevant academic qualification at AQF Level 7. Or A minimum relevant academic qualification at AQF Level 6 plus a minimum of 5 years relevant industrial experience in pavement engineering or a related field. Duration: Six months. (Part time- maximum 3 years). Graduation requirement: the two (2) core units - Fundamentals of Roads and Pavements, Road Construction and Drainage Principles -; plus two (2) units from the prescribed electives. List of available units: CPEE also offers an extensive range of short courses each year. These include 1, 2 and 3 Day Courses and Workshops covering Road and Pavement Technology. They are largely structured around the learning's offered in CPEE Post Graduate studies. Ireland: {There are no basic level programmes to compare, only a Postgraduate one). Institute of Technology Sligo https://amm.itsliqo.ie/. Postgraduate Certificate in Road Maintenance Engineering & Network Management (Online). Entry-level: Post Grad Diploma or M. Eng or Post Grad Certificate BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering Duration: One year. A blended on-line lecture/workshop/project-based program ...meeting the requirements of a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) validated award - Level 9 on the (National Framework of Qualifications) NFQ. The programme is divided into 2 Semesters each with three 5 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) modules. Assessment is a blend of continuous assessment, project work, and final written exams. Successful graduates of this programme can transfer into Stage 2 of the on-line. Postgraduate Diploma/ MEng in Road and Transport Engineering which is designed to meet the needs of Engineers Ireland accreditation for Chartered Engineer. Semester 1: Network Management and Contracts Traffic Control and Safety Transportation Planning. Semester 2: Geotechnical Engineering and Drainage Systems Road Pavement and Design Management Structural Assessment and Inspection. This course will prepare local authority engineers, consultants and contractors with the knowledge, skills and competences required for success in road and transport engineering. Conclusion: Australia appears to have implemented a well-developed system, with its Registered Training Organisations, which must conform to a uniform standard. Work based training takes place within this environment, but no academic programmes are listed. In Ireland no basic training programmes were discovered, only a postgraduate qualification. The short courses in the Australian programme was considered to be comparable in terms of content, with the curriculum herein developed for South Africa. South Africa's qualification compares favourably with the programmes considered in terms of content and complexity. |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
Horizontal articulation is possible to:
Vertical articulation is possible to: |
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 a statement of results and work experience. Additional legal or physical entry requirements: None. Criteria for the accreditation of providers: Accreditation of providers will be done against the criteria as reflected in the relevant curriculum on the QCTO website. The curriculum title and code is: Routine Road Maintenance Manager: 132301001. This qualification encompasses the following trades as recorded on the NLRD: Part Qualifications: None. |
LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS 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. |
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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. |