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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION:

Advanced Diploma in Chemical Engineering

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
101988	Advanced Diploma in Chemical Engineering
ORIGINATOR
Mangosuthu 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
Advanced Diploma	Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology		Engineering and Related Design
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	Not Applicable	NQF Level 07	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		2031-06-30

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 does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
In this qualification the knowledge component emphasises general principles and application or technology transfer. The qualification provides students with a sound knowledge base in a chemical engineering and the ability to apply their knowledge and skills in their professional life while equipping them to undertake more specialised and intensive learning.

The purpose of the qualification is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding, abilities and skills required for further learning towards becoming a competent Practicing Engineering Technologist or Certificated Engineer.

Professional Engineering Technologists are characterised by the ability to apply established and newly developed engineering technology to solve broadly- defined problems, develop components, systems, services and processes.

They provide leadership in the application of technology in safety, health, engineering and commercially effective operations and have well-developed interpersonal skills.

They work independently and responsibly, applying judgment to decisions arising in the application of technology and health and safety considerations to problems and associated risks.

Professional engineering technologists have a specialised understanding of engineering sciences underlying a deep knowledge of specific technologies together with financial, commercial, legal, social and economic, health, safety and environmental matters.

Rationale:
This qualification is aimed at process or Chemical Engineering Technologists working in the process related industries. This qualification is primarily industry oriented.

The process of professional development in engineering has three principal phases: education, training and experience leading to registration and continuing development during practice.

Specifically, the qualification provides graduates with:

Preparation for careers in chemical engineering and areas that potentially benefit from chemical engineering skills, for achieving technological proficiency and to make a contribution to the economy and national development.

The educational base required for registration as a Professional Engineering Technologist or Professional Certificated Engineer with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).

An appropriate level of achievement, the ability to enter Level 8 programmes e.g. Honours, Postgraduate and Bachelor of Engineering (B Eng) Programmes and then proceed to Master's Degrees.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
RPL may be used to demonstrate competence for admission to this programme. This qualification may be achieved in part through Recognition of Prior Learning processes.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum requirements for admission into the qualification is either:

An appropriate Diploma, Level 6.
Or

A Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification comprises compulsory modules at Level 6 and 7 totalling 142 Credits.

Compulsory Modules Level 6, 6 Credits:

Reactor Technology IV, 4 Credits.

Instrumental Analysis, 2 Credits.

Compulsory Modules Level 7,136 Credits:

Engineering Mathematics III, 14 Credits.

Reactor Technology IV, 10 Credits.

Fluid Flow IV, 14 Credits.

Heat and mass transfer IV, 14 Credits.

Unit Operations IV, 14 Credits.

Chemical Engineering Design IV, 28 Credits.

Research Methodology, 8 Credits.

Instrumental Analysis, 6 Credits.

Production Management, 14 Credits.

Chemical Process Control IV, 14 Credits.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Apply engineering principles to systematically diagnose and solve broadly-defined engineering problems.
2. Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science and engineering sciences to applied engineering procedures, processes, systems and methodologies to solve broadly-defined engineering problems.
3. Perform procedural and non-procedural design of broadly defined components, systems, works, products or processes to meet desired needs normally within applicable standards, codes of practice and legislation.
4. Define and conduct investigations and experiments of broadly-defined problems.
5. Use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools, including information technology, prediction and modelling, for the solution of broadly-defined engineering problems, with an understanding of the limitations, restrictions, premises, assumptions and constraints.
6. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences and the affected parties.
7. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the impact of engineering activity on the society, economy, industrial and physical environment, and address issues by analysis and evaluation and the need to act professionally within own limits of competency.
8. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and apply these to one's own work, as a member or leader in a diverse team and to manage projects.
9. Engage in independent and life-long learning through well-developed learning skills.
10. Comprehend and apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of engineering practice within own limits of competence.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

Analyse and define the problem and identify the criteria for an acceptable solution.

Identify and use relevant information and engineering knowledge and skills for solving the problem.

Consider and formulate various approaches that would lead to workable solutions.

Model and analyse solutions.

Evaluate solutions and select the best solution.

Formulate and present the solution in an appropriate form.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

Bring an appropriate mix of knowledge of mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, natural science and engineering science at a fundamental level fundamental level and in a specialised area on the solution of broadly-defined engineering problems.

Use theories, principles and laws.

Perform a formal analysis and modelling on engineering materials, components, systems or processes.

Communicate concepts, ideas and theories.

Perform reasoning about and conceptualise engineering materials, components, systems or processes.

Handle uncertainty and risk through the use of probability and statistics.

Perform work within the boundaries of the practice area.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

Formulate the design problem to satisfy user needs, applicable standards, codes of practice and legislation.

Plan and manage the design process to focus on important issues and recognise and deal with constraints.

Acquire and evaluate knowledge, information and resources in order to apply appropriate principles and design tools to provide a workable solution.

Perform design tasks that include analysis, quantitative modelling and optimisation of the product, system or process subject to the relevant premises, assumptions, constraints and restrictions.

Evaluate alternatives for implementation and select a preferred solution based on techno-economic analysis, implementability and judgement.

Communicate the design logic and relevant information in a technical report.

Apply procedures to evaluate the selected design and assessed in terms of the impart and benefits.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

Define the scope of the investigation.

Plan and conduct investigations within an appropriate discipline.

Search available literature and evaluate material critically for suitability to the investigation.

Select and use relevant equipment or software appropriately in the investigations.

Analyse and interpret data obtained.

Draw conclusions from an analysis of all available evidence.

Record the purpose, process and outcomes of the investigation in a technical report.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

Assess the method, skill or tool for applicability and limitations against the required result.

Apply the method correctly.

Test and assess results produced by the method, skill or tool.

Select and use relevant computer applications.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

Ensure that the structure, style and language of written and oral communication are appropriate for the purpose of the communication and the target audience.

Use appropriate and effective graphics in enhancing the meaning of text.

Use visual materials to enhance oral communications.

Provide information in format that can be used by others involved engineering activity.

Deliver oral communication with the intended meaning being apparent.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:

Demonstrate the impact of technology in terms of the benefits and limitations to society.

Analyse the engineering activity in terms of the impact on occupational and public health and safety.

Analyse the engineering activity in terms of the impact of occupational and public health and safety.

Minimise/mitigate the methods impacts outlined.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:

Explain the principles of planning, organising, leading and controlling.

Carry out individual work effectively, strategically and on time.

Contribute to team activities that support the output of the team as a whole.

Demonstrate the ability to function as a team leader.

Manage and organise a project.

Carry out effective communication in the context of individual and team work.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9:

Identify, plan and manage learning tasks.

Identify, recognise and demonstrate the requirement for independent learning.

Source, organise and evaluate relevant information.

Comprehend and apply knowledge acquired outside of formal instruction.

Display awareness of the need to maintain continued competence through keeping abreast of up-to-date tools and techniques available in the workplace.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10:

Describe the nature and complexity of ethical dilemmas in terms of required practices, legislation and limitations of authority.

Describe the ethical implications of engineering decisions in terms of the impact on environment, business, costs and trustworthiness.

Demonstrate that judgement in decision making during problem solving and design are ethical and within acceptable boundaries of current competence.

Accept responsibility for consequences stemming from own actions.

Limit decision making to the area of current competence.

Integrated Assessment:
Integrated assessment will be used to determine learners' achievements. The assessment would be structured in such a way as to ensure maximum integration between variety of outcomes, variety of learning areas as well as between the theory and practice. Summative assessment of the Exit Level Outcomes will be clearly identified in various components of assessment. Evidence of this may be derived from major work or multiple instances of limited scale work.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

International comparability of this engineering technologist education qualification is ensured through the Sydney Accord. The Exit Level Outcomes and level descriptors defined in this qualification are aligned with the attributes of a Sydney Accord technologist graduate in the International Engineering Alliance's Graduate Attributes and professional Competencies.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

This qualification allows for articulation options.

Vertical Articulation:

Bachelor Honours Degree, Level 8.

Postgraduate Diploma, Level 8.

Horizontal Articulation may occur with a cognate Bachelor of Engineering Degree, Level 7.

MODERATION OPTIONS

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CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

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NOTES

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LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

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