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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
| Occupational Diploma: Electrical Engineering Technician (Automation) |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 124492 | Occupational Diploma: Electrical Engineering Technician (Automation) | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| Development Quality Partner - QCTO (MANU) | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| QCTO - Quality Council for Trades and Occupations | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| Occupational Dip | Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Engineering and Related Design | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 431 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 06 | Regular-ELOAC |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
| Registered | EXCO 0632/25 | 2025-06-03 | 2030-06-03 | |
| LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
| 2031-06-03 | 2034-06-03 | |||
| 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 an Electrical Engineering Technician (Automation). Electrical Engineering Technician (Automation) conduct research, design, plan and direct the construction, operation and maintenance of electrical systems, assemblies, components and equipment in accordance with relevant standards. A qualified learner will be able to: Rationale: Electrical engineering technician being an occupation listed in the 2020 List of Occupations in High Demand: A Technical Report, produced for the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) as part of its Labour Market Intelligence (LMI) research programme is one of the needed occupations currently and into the future to support economic reconstruction and recovery in South Africa. The National N Diploma (SAQA ID 67031), a qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework under the Occupational Qualifications Sub Framework (OQSF) is part of the instructional offerings under Report 191 NATED N4 - N6 engineering studies. The need to develop this Advanced Occupational Certificate: Electrical Engineering Technician qualification is informed by the fact that the National N Diploma, a pre-2009 qualifications should be reconstructed/realigned to meet qualification registration requirements as informed by South African Qualifications Authority and Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework policy prescripts. There are many similar qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework under Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF). These cover broader scope of electrical engineering at various NQF levels as opposed to the Occupational Diploma: Electrical Engineering Technician (Automation) which is specific to technicians specialising with automation. This qualification will benefit society by providing highly sought after skills and competencies in this occupation which is in high demand. This qualification will contribute to the economic reconstruction and recovery of South Africa by capacitating leaners with competencies that are critical in electrical engineering technicians. The skills acquired from this occupation will lead to a reduction of unemployment particularly amongst youth. Learners graduating from this qualification may also venture into starting their own businesses as a result of competencies acquired in this qualification. The sector will benefit from this qualification through the availability of well-trained electrical engineering technicians who would be capable of delivering services required today and into the future. Learners who qualify from this qualification would be able to perform a variety of tasks related to duties and functions of electrical engineering technicians in the industry. The economy will benefit from well trained technicians who would be able to deliver services that are in demand and will also contribute to improving the level of services informed by new advancements in the ever-changing environment. New ways of service delivery will emerge as the economy grow and develops thus resulting in increases in quality services and production which will benefit the economy. Typical learners are school matriculants, TVET & CET graduates including those practicing in this occupation without formal education. Different stakeholders both from public and private sector were consulted during the development of this qualification. Successful learners will operate in various occupations in the electrical engineering space. Typical areas where these competencies reside includes but not limited to manufacturing, automotive, mining, food industry, and health services. Typical focus areas include maintenance, design and manufacturing of electrical equipment and systems. |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
RPL for Access to Training/Exemption: Learners may use the RPL process to gain access to training opportunities for a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification or skills programme if they do not meet the formal, minimum entry requirements for admission. RPL assessment provides an alternative access route into a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification, or skills programme. Such an RPL assessment may be developed, moderated and conducted by the accredited Skills Development Provider which offers that specific qualification/part qualification/skills programme. Such an assessment must ensure that the learner is able to display the equivalent level of competencies required for access, based on the NQF level descriptors. RPL for exemption from modules For exemption from modules through RPL, learners who have gained the stipulated competencies of the modules of a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification or skills programme through any means of formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or work experience, may be awarded credits towards relevant modules, and gaps identified for training, which is then concluded. RPL for Access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA) Learners who have gained the stipulated competencies of the modules of a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification or skills programme through any means of formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or work experience, may be awarded credits towards relevant modules, and gaps identified for training, which is then concluded. A valid Statement of Results is required for admission to the EISA in which confirmation of achievement is provided that all internal assessment criteria for all modules in the related curriculum document have been achieved. For a Skills Programme, the accredited Skills Development Provider (SDP) must ensure all modular competency requirements are met prior to the FISA and keep record of such evidence. Upon successful completion of the EISA/FISA, RPL learners will be issued with the QCTO certificate for the qualification, part-qualification or skills programme. Quality Partners are responsible for ensuring the RPL mechanism and process for qualifications and partqualification is approved by the QCTO. Entry Requirements: An NQF Level 4 qualification with Mathematics and Physical Science. |
| 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: 281 Practical Skill Modules Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 60 Work Experience Modules Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 90 |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Solve problems through research by applying key terms, concepts, facts, principles, rules and theories of electrical engineering.
2. Evaluate, select and apply appropriate methods, procedures and techniques to interpret, design and prepare blueprints of electrical circuitry and installations within a defined and new context. 3. Evaluate, select and apply appropriate methods, procedures and techniques to conduct maintenance, service and commission electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and systems to ensure functionality of electrical equipment and systems. 4. Manage related engineering operations and activities in accordance with ethical and professional standards applying key terms, concepts, principles and rules. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
ELO 1: Solve problems through research by applying key terms, concepts, facts, principles, rules and theories of electrical engineering. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: ELO 2: Evaluate, select and apply appropriate methods, procedures and techniques to interpret, design and prepare blueprints of electrical circuitry and installations within a defined and new context. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: ELO 3: Evaluate, select and apply appropriate methods, procedures and techniques to conduct maintenance, service and commission electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and systems to ensure functionality of electrical equipment and systems. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: ELO 4: Manage related engineering operations and activities in accordance with ethical and professional standards applying key terms, concepts, principles and rules. 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. Additional to the written assessment the learner must also submit a portfolio of evidence compiled of outcomes achieved in the workplace. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| This qualification was compared with two international qualifications from the following countries who are signatories to the Dublin accord of the international engineering alliance:
Malaysia Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering is offered by Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology in Kuala Lumpur for three years (six semesters) full time. This qualification prepares you for learners in the Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunication, and Manufacturing environments, offering a broad-based study in the areas of electrical and electronic engineering. Admission requirements are: The qualification covers the following modules, with those marked with an asterisk are covered in the Occupational Diploma: Electrical Engineering Technician (Automation): Similarities Both qualifications are offered for a minimum period of three years and are diploma type of qualifications. Differences Entry requirements differ. The South African Occupational Diploma: Electrical Engineering Technician (Automation) is comprised of three components (Knowledge, practical skills and work experience modules). The naming of the following modules differs whilst the content is the same: Canada Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) offers a Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, for a period of two years' full time at a campus located in Calgary. This program offers comprehensive training in power systems, electrical design and control and automation through a combination of practical and theoretical delivery modes. Successful learners will receive a SAIT diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology. They are to operate in settings which includes power-generating facilities, industrial complexes, substations, laboratories, construction sites, and offices and are eligible for membership in the following professional association: Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET). Admission requirements and modules covered are not provided. Similarities: Both qualifications are a diploma type of qualifications. The overall focus of learning for the two qualifications is similar, which training in power systems, electrical design and control and automation. Both qualifications expose learners to theoretical and practical skills learning. Differences: South African Occupational Diploma is offered in 3 years, whilst the Canadian Diploma is offered for 2 years. In South African context, successful learners are to operate as technician, however, in the Canadian context, learners are to operate as technologists. In South Africa, a diploma qualification is awarded by quality council, whilst in Canada, SAIT institution awards this qualification. Conclusion: This qualification compares well with the Malaysian and Canadian Diploma qualifications. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This qualification provides opportunities for horizontal, vertical and diagonal articulation options.
Horizontal Articulation: Vertical Articulation: None. All possible articulation possibilities have reached the registration end date or will reach the registration end date soon. Diagonal Articulation: |
| NOTES |
| Additional Legal or Physical Entry Requirements:
None. Criteria for the accreditation of providers: Accreditation requirements, against which Skills Development Providers (SDP) and Assessment Centres, will be accredited, is found in the Curriculum Document, as listed below. The curriculum title and code are: Occupational Diploma: Electrical Engineering Technician: 311301-001-00-00. Encompassed Trade: This is not a trade 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. |
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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. |