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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
Occupational Certificate: Marine Electro-Technical Officer |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
103281 | Occupational Certificate: Marine Electro-Technical Officer | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
Development Quality Partner - TETA (Manufacturing) | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
- | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
Occupational Certificate | Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Engineering and Related Design | ||
ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
Undefined | 655 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 05 | Regular-ELOAC |
REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
Reregistered | EXCO 0425/24 | 2021-07-01 | 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 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 Marine Electro-Technical Officer. A Marine Electro-Technical Officer arranges the operation and maintenance of the electro-technical equipment, machinery and the control of info-communication systems on board ship in an operational and supportive role. A qualified learner will be able to: Rationale: The maritime transport industry, and shipping, in particular, is subject to 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. This qualification will address the need for education and training of Marine Electro-Technical Officers and -Ratings in South Africa as there is currently no registered qualification which satisfies the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) requirements and therefore the international requirements. A registered qualification will ensure compliance with international standard, practice and harbour regulations. South African training institutions providing training are currently accredited by SAMSA, which are in turn recognised by the IMO. SAMSA will continue to play a critical role in ensuring that the standards set by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) system are aligned with International Convention Standards of Training certification and Watch keeping for seafarers STCW as amended and thus ensure that South Africa's education, training, and eventual certification standards continue to be internationally recognised. 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 strategic economic objectives of the country. This qualification will be targeting school leavers and currently employed persons. |
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, Practical Skills and Work Experience Modules:
Knowledge Modules: Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 216. Practical Skill Modules: Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 151. Work Experience Modules: Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 288. |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
1. Control the operation, monitoring, and evaluation of the performance of safe and efficient electrical and electronic systems and equipment.
2. Take appropriate action to prevent damage/failure as per planned maintenance procedures, marine practice, safety regulations and manufacturer's instructions. 3. Perform safe ship board operations duties and care for persons on board for at an operational and support level. 4. Manage, lead and develop the human element as per operational and legislative requirements. 5. Exercise all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when overseeing the operation and performance evaluation of electrical, electronic and control systems. |
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: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5: 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 Watch keeping for Seafarers (STCW).
The Occupational Certificate: Marine Electro-Technical Officer 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 such as Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Australia: The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) has the following qualifications registered for the Marine Electro-Technical Officer: 1. The University of Adelaide, CRICOS 097603D, Graduate Diploma in Marine Engineering, 1 year. 2. TAFE New South Wales, Australia: New Zealand: The New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF) has the following qualifications registered for the Marine Electro-Technical Officer: United Kingdom: Conclusion: The standards are comparable with those for seafarers in countries having comparable maritime training systems to South Africa. |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
Horizontal Articulation:
Vertical Articulation: |
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. Additional legal or physical entry requirements: The entry requirements are prescribed by the Merchant Shipping (Safe Manning Training and Certification) Regulations. Further to the above requirement, the learner must have a current approved SAMSA medical fitness and eye test certificate. A specific requirement for entry into the workplace component of the Marine Electro-Technical Officer is valid certification against the following ancillary courses: 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 as well as in compliance with SAMSA legal requirements. The curriculum title and code is: Marine Electro-Technical Officer: 315101-000-00-00. Encompassed Trades as Recorded on the National Learners' Records Database (NLRD): This is not a trade qualification. Assessment Quality Partner (AQP): South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA). Derived qualifications registered as part qualifications: |
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. |
NONE |
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. |