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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Master Diploma in Technology: Meteorology 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
1717  Master Diploma in Technology: Meteorology 
ORIGINATOR
Committee of Technikon Principals 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
National Masters Diploma  Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences  Earth and Space Sciences 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  120  Level 8 and above  Level TBA:Pre-2009 was L8+  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Registered" 		 SAQA 1536/01  2003-07-01  2006-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2007-06-30   2010-06-30  

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 
The purpose of this qualification is to supply the Atmospheric Science Industry with competent Meteorologists with research capabilities. Persons achieving this qualification will be competent to conduct independent research, under minimum guidance, in the chosen field of Meteorology and contribute to knowledge production in that field. The research problem, its justification, process and outcome is reported in a dissertation, which complies with the generally accepted norms for research at that level. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
National Higher Diploma in Meteorology at NQF 7. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
1. Demonstrate the ability to relate his theoretical knowledge and understanding of the field/area of Meteorology during the research investigation.

2. Demonstrate the ability to apply research methods and techniques appropriately and correctly.

Specified outcomes:

1.1 Demonstrate knowledge of the scope of the selected area of research in the field of Meteorology.

1.2 Demonstrate understanding of the selected area of research in the field of Meteorology.

2.1 Select the appropriate research method for the investigation.

2.2 Apply the scientific method correctly in the research process.

2.3 Apply research tools effectively and correctly in the research process.

Critical cross-field outcomes:

Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.

Organise and manage myself and my activities responsibly and effectively.

Collect, organise and critically evaluate information.

Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or langauge skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion.

Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.

Demonstrate and understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving do not exist in isolation. 

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
1.1 The listed and cited literature survey, and the exposition of the research, reflects familiarity with relevant and recent trends in technologies, techniques, models and theories in the chosen area.
  • Models, principles, theories, techniques and methodologies in the chosen area of Meteorology are analysed, explained, and justified correctly in oral presentations and the written record of research.

    2.1 The use of literature surveys, experimentation, correlation, and/or causal analysis is justified fully and correctly in oral presentations and the written record of research.
  • The research problem is clearly identified, defined and detailed in the research proposal.
  • The stated hypothesis directs the investigation.
  • Logical interpretation of data reflects clear understanding of the relationship between facts in the study and the ability to evaluate contradictory information.
  • Information sources are used correctly and appropriately and include a range of media.
  • Information technology skills are applied effectively in information searches, data presentation, and the production of the dissertation.
  • The appropriate mathematical and statistical methods are applied correctly to quantitative and qualitative date.
  • The inferences, interpretations and conclusions from measurements and statistical analysis are valid.
  • Language and numerical skills are applied effectively and correctly in communicating the research problem, its investigation, outcome and recommendations, clearly. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    M.Sc in Atmospheric Sciencdes and in some cases, enhance into Doctorate in Atmospheric Sciences with portfolio of research and experience. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Currently SERTEC. 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Assessors must be qualified at a minimum of one level higher than the qualification for which they are assessing candidates. 

    NOTES 
    While South Africa still had Technikons, all of their qualifications were registered under the Committee of Technikon Principals. After the Technikons became Universities of Technology or merged with Universities, the qualifications were registered under each of these institutions, and the CTP qualifications fell away (hence the end date of 2006, above). Where relevant, replacement information is s
    hown in the table above. 

    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.