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

Doctor of Engineering: Civil Engineering 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
3989  Doctor of Engineering: Civil Engineering 
ORIGINATOR
Rand Afrikaans University 
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
Doctoral Degree  Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction  Civil Engineering Construction 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  360  Level 8 and above  NQF Level 10  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 SAQA 2663/05  2006-07-01  2009-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2010-06-30   2013-06-30  

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
73860  Doctor of Engineering: Civil Engineering  Level 8 and above  NQF Level 10  360  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
The aim of the qualification is to develop an engineering intellectual with advanced abilities in applying fundamental engineering sciences andor design and synthesis and related principles to specific problems of society at large. One of the main objectives in this process is to develop an advanced capability to do own engineering research of original nature in a fundamental manner. It also enforces an approach to lifelong learning as well as an aptitude to train other learners in similar fields. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Applied competences associated with relevant Master`s degree or similar at NQF Level 8.
  • An approved Masters degree in Engineering or similar approved degree on a Masters level.
  • Approval of qualifications of prospective candidates is done by the Dean`s committee or its representative on acceptance of written application, completed enrolment forms and on condition that applicable fees have been paid, the dean has the authority to refuse a learner admission to the doctoral degree if in his/her opinion the student`s academic standard is insufficient; in case of a difference in opinion in the faculty the student may appeal to the Executive Committee of Senate.
  • Final acceptance into the programme is only given after successful presentation of a research seminar after six months of enrolment. Research topics must also be accepted and approved by the supervisors in the faculty and finally by the Senate or Executive Committee of the Senate of the University.

    Learners who are (or have been) registered for this or another related qualificaiton (or even for the same or related modules) at another higher education institution, wll be allowed to enter in mid stream by the dean or the dean`s committee on acceptance of written application, completed enrollment forms and on condition that applicable fees have been paid. Such learners may retain credit for modules that have been passed on request of the learner after recognition by the previous institution and approval by the dean`s committee of the relevant faculty at this institution. The onus rests on the learner to provide full evidence of outcomes attained through modules for which credit is sought. An oral or adequate form of evaluation may be required of the learner for modules for research activity for which credit is sought. The learner shall however not present a research activity for which credit is sought. The learner shall however not present a research thesis that have already been accredited at another institution and may have been found lacking.

    Recognition of prior learning:

    An RPL procedure will also be in place covering the following essentials:

    Candidates supply at own cost all relevant information and documentation.

    Candidates will pay a fee determined by RAU & be assessed via RPL.

    RPL can be done at individual module or on an ac accumulative level.

    All RPL applications are handled at a predetermined time in the academic year.

    RPL applications are referred by the Dean/Deans committee to the relevant departmental chairperson for evaluation and recommendation.

    RPL candidates may be required to be assessed orally or in written format on module or combined level for access to degrees and higher degrees.

    RPL assessment is typically done by a faculty committee constituted for that purpose.

    RPL in the faculty of engineering is done within the RPL framework policy of the RAU. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    The learner should be able to:

    1. Identify, assess, formulate, interpret, analyze and solve engineering research/development problems creatively and innovatively by applying relevant fundamental knowledge of i.a. Mathematics, basic science and engineering sciences in the chosen field of research.

    2. Plan an manage advanced engineering research projects, demonstrating an underlying fundamental knowledge, understanding and insight into the principles, methodologies and concepts that constitute socially responsible (to local and other communities) engineering research/development in the chosen field of research practice.

    3. Work effectively individually or with others as a member of a team, group, organization, and community or in multidisciplinary environments in the chosen field of research.

    4. Organize and manage him/herself and his/her activities responsibly, effectively, professionally and ethically and to take responsibility within his/her own limits of competence and to exercise judgment commensurate with knowledge and expertise, pertaining to the field of research.

    5. Plan and conduct advanced investigations, research and /or experiments of original nature by applying or developing appropriate theories and methodologies and perform data analysis and interpretation.

    6. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering and specifically research audiences and the community at large in so far as they are affected by the research using appropriate structure, style and graphical support.

    7. Use and assess appropriate advanced engineering research methods, skills, tools, technology and information technology effectively and critically in engineering research/development practice and show an understanding and a willingness to accept responsibility for the impact that engineering research/development activities have on society and the environment.

    8. Perform procedural and non-procedural design and synthesis of components, systems, works, products or processes as a set of related systems and assess their social, legal, health, safety and environmental impacts and benefits where applicable in the chosen field of research.

    9. Employ various learning strategies and skills to master outcomes required preparing him/herself to engage in continuous learning to keep abreast of knowledge and skills required in the engineering research/development field.

    10. Participate as a responsible citizen in the life of local, national, and global communities by acting professionally and ethically in the chosen field of research.

    11. Demonstrate where applicable cultural and aesthetic sensitivity across a range of social context in the execution of engineering research/development activities.

    12. Explore where applicable education and career opportunities in advanced engineering research/development.

    13. Organise and develop where applicable entrepreneurial opportunities through engineering, technical research, development and/or managerial skills. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The learner can:

    1. Engineering research problems, making a contribution to the body of knowledge, are identified, assessed, formulated, interpreted, analysed and solved effectively creatively and innovatively by applying relevant advanced fundamental knowledge of Mathematics, basic science and engineering sciences, displaying original approaches

    2.Advanced research engineering projects are planned and managed so that an underlying fundamental advanced knowledge, understanding and insight into the principles, methodologies and concepts that constitute socially responsible (to local and other communities) engineering research/development practice are demonstrated.

    3. Participation as a member of a research team, group, organization, and community or in multidisciplinary research projects results in leadership and the performance of critical function in the chosen field of research.

    4. Activities are organized and managed responsibly, effectively, professionally and ethically, responsibility is taken within his/her own limits of competence and original judgment is exercised in commensuration with knowledge and expertise pertaining to the field of research.

    5. Advanced investigations, research and/or experiments are effectively planned and conducted by applying or developing appropriate theories and methodologies and suitable data analysis and interpretation are performed.

    6. Communication is effectively carried out, both orally and in writing, with engineering and specifically research audiences and the community at large in so far as they are affected by the research using appropriate structure, style and graphical support.
    A research thesis is written on the chosen field displaying adequate appropriate literacy and technical skills. The findings in the thesis are suitable for external publication

    7. Appropriate advanced engineering research methods, skills, tools, technology and information technology are effectively and critically used and assessed in engineering research development practice and an understanding and a willingness to accept responsibility for the impact that research/development activities have on society and the environment

    8. Procedural and non-procedural design and synthesis of components, systems, works, products of processes are performed as a set of related systems and their social, legal, health, safety and environmental impacts and benefits are assessed where applicable in the chosen field of research.

    9. Various learning and research strategies and skills are employed to master outcomes in preparation to engage in continuous learning to keep abreast of knowledge and skills required in the applicable research field.

    10. Responsible citizenship is practiced in terms of the local, national and global communities by acting and ethically in the application of chosen research.

    11. Cultural and aesthetic sensitivity are shown where applicable across a range of social context in the execution of interdisciplinary research/development activities.

    12. Education and career opportunities in advanced engineering research/development are explored

    13.Entrepreneurial opportunities are organised and developed through engineering, technical research and/or managerial skills acquired in the advanced research of original nature.

    Formative assessment practices that will be implemented:

    Successful presentation of progress on research at six monthly seminars is required. Furthermore it is required of learners (doctoral students) to take part in regular discussions with promotors and co-learners on research problems encountered as well as to discuss progress. A camera ready article in publishable format on an aspect(s) of the research is also required of the learner. Contact at regular intervals between promotors and learners is required to monitor progress and assist in the research process.

    Summative assessment practices that will be implemented:

    Integrated assessment, focusing on the achievement of the exit-level outcomes, will learners are required to submit a research thesis on the chosen advanced engineering research topic. The thesis is examined. An oral examination on the research topic andrelated fields is required. No mark is awarded for the doctoral thesis or oral examination. The candidate/learner either passes or fails. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
  • Access to qualifications on a lower level:
    Learners who are (or have been) registered for this or another related qualification (or even for the same or related modules) at another higher education institution, will be allowed to enter in mid stream by the dean or dean`s committee on acceptance of written application, completed enrolment forms and on condition that the applicable fees have been paid. Such learners may retain credits for modules that have been passed on request of the learner after recognition by the previous institution and approval by the dean`s committee of the relevant faculty or institution. The onus rests on the learner to provide full evidence of outcomes attained through modules for which credit is sought. An oral or adequate form of evaluation may e required of the learner for modules for which credit is sought. The leaner shall however not present a research thesis that have already been accredited at another institution and may has been found lacking.
  • Access to qualifications on the same level:
    This qualification is on the NQF level 8. The following possibilities for continuation of studies within other higher education programmes typically exist:
    MBA degree-programme
    Another DSc., D.Ing, Ph.D.degree-programme at any other university
    D.Tech. degree-programme at any technikon.
  • Access to qualifications on a higher level:
    Having obtained this qualification, the following possibilities for further study of higher education programmes exist:
    Not applicable. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • What external examination process will be implemented?
    External examiners are appointed for doctoral theses and oral examination by the Dean on recommendation of the promotor of the candidate and chairman of the Department.
  • How many external examiners/moderators will be appointed for this qualification and from which type of institutions or professional bodies will they typically be?
  • 3 external examiners for a doctoral thesis
  • From other tertiary institutions, relevant engineering industry and/or international engineering industry/institutions. 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    a. Normally a relevant doctorate or appointment as academic staff member at a tertiary institution.

    b. Relevant engineering/research experience/appointment as academic staff member at a tertiary institution.

    c. Normally first time assessors may be introduced as co-supervisors for doctoral thesis. 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006. 

    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: 
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