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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
| Occupational Certificate: Blow Moulding Machine Setter |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 110313 | Occupational Certificate: Blow Moulding Machine Setter | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| Development Quality Partner - MERSETA | ||||
| 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 | Manufacturing and Assembly | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 305 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 05 | Regular-ELOAC |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
| Registered | EXCO 0522/24 | 2021-03-25 | 2025-12-31 | |
| LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
| 2026-12-31 | 2029-12-31 | |||
| 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 Blow Moulding Machine Setter. A Blow Moulding Machine Setter optimally sets-up blow moulding machinery and relevant auxiliary equipment to manufacture components according to specifications. A qualified learner will be able to: Rationale: This qualification is one of the newly revised Plastics Manufacturing Machine Setter's specialised qualifications. The qualification is designed for learners who specialise in Blow Moulding Machine setting within the plastics manufacturing sector. The qualification is aimed at both new entrants as well as learners who have been working within the plastics manufacturing industry. Upon completion of the qualification, learners will be able to initiate and maintain plastics manufacturing processes by: Furthermore, this qualification will provide learners with a foundation to pursue the other two (2) specialised qualifications within the plastics manufacturing sector, these being: |
| 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 stating results or by 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: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| This qualification is made up of compulsory Knowledge, Practical Skill and Work Experience Modules:
Knowledge Modules: Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 112 Practical Skill Modules: Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 69 Work Experience Modules: Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 124 |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Plan and prepare for the plastic manufacturing process.
2. Install mould, tools, forming device and auxiliary equipment. 3. Safely set up, program, startup, optimise and shut down the machine and auxiliary equipment. 4. Remove die and forming device. 5. Conduct operational maintenance inspections and record on machines and auxiliary equipment. |
| 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 providers 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 QCTO Assessment Quality Partner is required to issue this qualification. The External Integrated Summative Assessment will focus on the Exit Level Outcomes and Associated Assessment Criteria. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| The South African Blow Moulding Machine Setter qualification, as one of the Plastics Manufacturing Machine Setter specialised qualifications, as compared to qualifications offered in New Zealand, Ireland and Australia because of comparability regarding National Qualifications Frameworks.
New Zealand: The New Zealand Qualifications Authority has registered several Plastics Processing qualifications ranging from NQF Level 1-4. These qualifications are clustered as The National Certificate in Plastics Processing Technology, the National Certificate in Plastics Processing Technology (Production) and the National Certificate in Plastics Processing Technology (Technical), offered by Competenz. Extrusion Blow Moulding was found to be one of the 'strands' or areas of specialisations found in all the three qualifications mentioned above. Learners who pursue this strand, are exposed to the generic core unit standards that cover quality assurance, plastics materials, health and safety requirements and engineering skills. In addition to these, learners are required to choose unit standards related to their workplace specifics. In this case, Extrusion Blow Moulding related unit standards. The remainder of the credits will be derived from other elective unit standards of their choice. Upon completion of their learning regarding this strand, learners will be able to: Credits allocated to each of these unit standards range between 6 and 12. There is an open entry into NQF Level 2 Plastics Manufacturing related qualifications. However, the attainment of an NQF Level 2 qualification is a requirement for further learning towards higher level plastics related qualifications. The South African Blow Moulding Machine Setter qualification compares to the New Zealand plastics related qualification of National Certificate in Plastics Processing Technology (Technology, Production and Technical) in terms of the generic content covered, i.e. knowledge and skills, Health, Safety and Environmental requirements; raw materials, tools and equipment; quality requirements and manufacturing processes. Similarities have also been found with unit standards that are specific to the Extrusion Blow Moulding 'strand'. In both instances, learners who complete these qualifications will operate in a sector of their choice within the plastics manufacturing industry. Ireland: Extrusion Blow Moulding (5M3067) qualification is one of the Plastics Manufacturing related qualifications found on the European Qualifications Framework. This qualification is pegged at NQF Level 5, with 120 Credits. The First Polymer Training Skillnet offers the qualifications. This qualification can be obtained on a full time or part-time basis. Learners on a full-time basis can complete the qualification over a year, whilst those on a part-time basis can take two years to complete. The duration of each module is between 4 to 6 weeks. Some of the modules found in the Extrusion Blow Moulding qualification include amongst others: plastic material selection and processing, product process validation, blow moulding process optimisation, blow moulding process validation, blow mould machine setting. Elective modules include amongst others: plastic part design and essential mould design. Similarities between the South African Blow Moulding Machine Setter and qualifications offered in countries compared to, were found to be concerning the core competencies covered in the core modules. Competencies covered in modules for the Extrusion Blow Moulding 'strand' levels at which the New Zealand unit standards, as well as the qualifications, are pegged make provision for areas of specialisation in the South African context and terms of 'strands' in other countries. Lastly, learners who complete the qualifications or modules will be expected to operate in a specific workplace of their choice within the plastics industry. Differences: Differences have been noted in terms of the design or packaging of the South African Blow Moulding Machine Setter qualification. Within the South African context, this is a specialised qualification within the plastics manufacturing sector although learners will be awarded this qualification upon completion, they will not be awarded the artisan status. Differences have also been noted in the credits allocated to individual qualifications. The South African Blow Moulding Machine Setter qualification has 305 Credits because of the inclusion of NQF Level 2, 3 and 4 modules or learning units in the qualification. This is higher compared to credits of qualifications offered in other countries where the entry-level is higher, i.e. NQF Level 3. Differences have also been noted with regards to the learning duration. The South African Blow Moulding Machine Setter qualification is offered over three (3) years. This allows progression from lower-level learning programmes, that is, from NQF Level 2, to the ultimate exit level which is pegged at NQF Level 5. Whereas in New Zealand and Ireland, learners exit each qualification upon completion. The evolution of materials and technology has demanded new processing requirements which have been incorporated into the blow moulding technology, hence the title 'Blow Moulding Machine Setter' is appropriate within the South African context. Conclusion: The South African qualification is comparable to what is found in competencies that are contained in plastics manufacturing-related qualifications offered in other countries. It is therefore concluded that the Blow Moulding Machine Setter qualification favourably compares to qualifications offered in other countries. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This qualification provides opportunities for horizontal and vertical 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 records. Additional Legal or Physical Entry Requirements: 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: Glass Process Operator: 718103-000-00-00. Encompassed Trade: This qualification encompasses the following trades as recorded on the NLRD: Assessment Quality Partner (AQP): Related Parent Qualification: |
| 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. |