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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

National Diploma: Clothing

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
1819	National Diploma: Clothing
ORIGINATOR
Committee of Technikon Principals
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
Was CHE until Last Date for Achievement			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
National Diploma	Field 02 - Culture and Arts		Design Studies
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	360	Level 6	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"		SAQA 9900/00	2003-07-01	2006-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2007-06-30		2011-06-30

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 is replaced by:

Qual ID	Qualification Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Min Credits	Replacement Status
72721	National Diploma: Clothing	Level 6	Level N/A: Pre-2009 was L6	360	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The qualifying learner will be able to enter the formal and informal clothing and interior decorating market with advanced knowledge, skills and the values required to succeed in diverse career opportunities.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Description:
Communication and comprehension skills in the more advanced Clothing and Interior Decorating fields of study

Entry Qualification title
Higher Education and Training Certificate and Diploma or equivalent on NQF Level 5.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

The qualification will be awarded to a learner who has provided evidence to the satisfaction of the assessors that the stated competence of the qualification, as detailed in the specified outcomes, has been achieved, either through education and training in a single provider`s learning programme, or through experience that complies with the stated specified outcomes.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

The learner will be able to:
1. Develop advanced problem solving techniques, related to pattern and garment construction as well as interior decorating, in order to develop a sound business plan.

Specified Outcomes:
Pattern Construction, Technical Drawing, Grading, CAD

Learners will be able to understand and apply multi-faceted pattern engineering
Credit Value/ Credit Type 15 (C)

Clothing Construction - Practice and Theory

Learners will be able to adopt advanced production technology methods to specific styles and fabrics in order to construct a cost-effective garment. Credit Value/Credit Type 35(C)

Interior Decorating - Practices and Theory

Learners will be able to produce advanced interior decorating projects in line with current market requirements Credit Value/Credit Type 35(C)

Marketing Behavioural Studies, Retail Practice

Learners will master marketing concept and consumer behaviour. Credit Value/Credit Type 15 (F)

Promotion

Learners will be able to identify the need for information, access information and organise information. Credit Value/Credit Type: 10 (F, C)

Experiential Learning

Learners will be able to take up an assignment in the industry to gain practical knowledge and experience. Credit Value/Credit Type 10(E)

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Manipulate and adept block pattern for advanced styling and fit, including tailoring and evening wear.

Apply advanced technology, e.g. CAD, to pattern making and grading.

Adopt patterns for various specialised fabrics.
2. Select appropriate materials, equipment and specifications to achieve optimal results.

Construct a garment meticulously.
3. Identify and evaluate advanced use of colour, lighting and painting techniques.

Use computer aided drafting and design to provide in the needs of individuals and families.

Understand and operate various advanced equipment to produce successful projects.

Identify the diverse areas of the industry for future career opportunities.

Produce storyboard presentations to suit specific requirements of the client.
4. Identify the principles and concepts of business management.

Conduct market research to assess career opportunities in clothing and interior decorating industry.

Assess the economic viability of the financial management of a small to medium enterprise.

Develop and investigate proposals for various types of businesses enterprise.
5. Illustrate the ability to select and apply communication techniques applicable to the Clothing and Interior decorating industry.

Decorating the ability to plan, organise, manage and complete a project e.g. a fashion show, clothing demonstration, etc.

Market and communicate through various advertising media.
6. Demonstrate and apply a wide selection of skills in the clothing or interior decorating industry.

Identify the roles and functions of personnel within the manufacturing sector.

Understand the stages of manufacturing from concept to completed garment or product.

Integrated assessment:

The learner`s ability to integrate knowledge, skills and values is assessed through practical projects, presentations, reports, panel assessment of year`s work and examinations.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Articulations horizontally to:

Bachelor`s First Degree: Fashion on conditions of certain exemptions and additions.

Articulates vertically to:

Professional Degree: The existing National Higher Diploma (NQF): Technology in Clothing and Interior Decorating

MODERATION OPTIONS

The current SERTEC requirements for examinations apply.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

The current SERTEC requirements for examinations apply.

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
shown in the table above.

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

When qualifications are replaced, some of their learning programmes are moved to being recorded against the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replacement.

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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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