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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Diploma: Supply Chain Technology

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
48638	Diploma: Supply Chain Technology
ORIGINATOR
College of Production Technology
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-			OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Advanced Certificate	Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology		Manufacturing and Assembly
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	248	Level 5	NQF Level 06	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 0480/09	2009-07-01	2012-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2012-06-30		2014-06-30

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 the qualification is to contribute to the full personal development of each learner and to the socio-economic development of society at large, especially in the context of the logistics and supply chain sector.

The achievement of the qualification enables the learner to apply intermediate concepts in supply chain management presentations, and to apply logistical and supply chain management techniques in support of them. The Diploma is a formal qualification that can provide for further study in education at NQF level 6.

Rationale for the Qualification:

Extensive research has shown a need for a professional qualification for supply chain managers that can be delivered within a flexible framework that can also satisfy a national need of skills development as well as transportability within all industry sectors. This will empower learners with the relevant competent skills in the application of supply chain management theories and techniques in a managerial context. Expertise is gained in communication at middle management level of advanced findings and research in a supply chain environment.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

The qualification assumes that the learner is competent in the language of instruction of the College, which is English.

The learning assumed to be in place for the Diploma programme is:

NQF level 4 or equivalent qualification with mathematics and science as recommended subjects; or

Relevant commercial working experience in supply chain or related fields.

Recognition of Prior Learning:

Entry to this qualification may be achieved in part through the recognition of relevant prior learning at the appropriate level, and through prior experience as a practitioner in the field of supply chain management. The College, through its Academic Board, will assess individual learners against the exit-level outcomes of the qualification on a case-by-case basis where required. This procedure may be subject to moderation by independent assessors.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

N/A

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Exit level outcomes are integrated with the critical cross-field outcomes, and reflect the learned knowledge of a logistics and supply chain manager, who can demonstrate that they can function responsibly in their workplace, their organization and the community in which their organization operates.

1. Basics of Supply Chain Management

Competence is evident when learners are able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of materials management in a manufacturing environment

Demonstrate an understanding of forecasting

Demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and function of production planning

Demonstrate an understanding of the Materials Requirement Planning process and the Just In Time philosophy

2. Master Planning of resources

Competence is evident when learners are able to:

Explain the master Planning model and key elements

Identify the basic techniques of demand forecasting

Identify various distribution strategies and the distribution network structure

Explain the difference between make to stock and make to order

Describe the methods of structuring bills of material

3. Scheduling Planning and Control

Competence is evident when learners are able to:

Identify types of inventory and the conditions for the planning process

Identify and describe various order review methodologies

Define problem-solving techniques

Determine capacity planning outputs

Demonstrate an understanding of the key concepts essential for supply partnerships and rating systems

4. Operations Control

Competence is evident when learners are able to:

Explain and reflect upon ways of implementing and maintaining procedures related to supply chain management

Demonstrate an understanding of facilities layout

Demonstrate an understanding of bottle - neck management and lead time control

Adapt and maintain data collection techniques, reports and documentation on the supply chain process

Demonstrate an understanding of continuous improvement plans and processes

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1.1 Identify and solve supply chain management problems in which conclusions display responsible decision making
1.2 Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate logistics information
1.3 Communicate effectively using visual mathematical and language skills
1.4 Explain the logistics and supply chain world in context as a dynamic interactive system that does not exist in isolation

2.1 Identify and solve a Master Planning schedule
2.2 Describe and explore a variety of distribution strategies
2.3 Critically evaluate demand management in a manufacturing environment
2.4 Generate a bill of material

3.1 Demonstrate effective and responsible inventory control
3.2 Explain various problem solving and decision making tools
3.3 Conduct a supplier rating evaluation

4.1 Interpret information received via the management team
4.2 Explain the fundamentals of efficient stores and warehouse layouts
4.3 Conduct independent research
4.4 Explain the concept of Just in Time philosophy
4.5 Explain the concepts of quality management systems

Integrated Assessment:

In the assessment strategy as a whole, evidence must be demonstrated through case studies, problem-solving assignments and projects, and should reflect practical and reflective competence. The integrated assessment needs to have the following characteristics:

Ongoing research to keep abreast of changes in the logistics and supply chain sector, in terms of the requirements of business

Each learner must complete at least eight workplace related assignments and examinations during the programme

During the programme learners may hand in preliminary assignments that will be assessed according to the assessment criteria determined by the College. Assignments not meeting the assessment criteria will be returned to the learner with comments relating to the necessary improvements for final assessment

After improvements have been effected the learner will hand in final assignments for assessment

A portfolio of all training material used is kept and reviewed on at least an annual basis

Learners are accountable for self-evaluation exercises at the end of each module for the duration of the learning programme

The College makes use of continuous assessment. This mechanism ensures that learning does take place and that knowledge was imparted in the previous module. Evaluation is conducted through short tests, presentations, assignments and examinations.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

As part of the College`s continuous improvement process the Diploma has been compared with that of the American Production and Inventory Control Society and was found to be comparable.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Credit transfers or recognition or exemptions are considered for subjects already passed in a partially completed relevant qualification from an accredited institution, and are subject to the decision of the College`s Academic Board or its designated officer. Certified copies of qualifications or part qualifications or statements of results must be submitted.

MODERATION OPTIONS

The College`s appointed moderators will examine a sample of not less than ten percent of marked papers or assignments, ensuring a consistency and conformity with the College`s marking strategy. Particular attention must be given to the marks of learners who are on the borderline of passing or failing.

If the moderator recommends an alteration to the marks awarded by the examiner, a written motivation must be submitted to the College. Comments by the moderator regarding the current standards or suggested improvements are sought. Access is strictly controlled. Only duly authorised members of the College staff have access for the purpose of recording and checking marks.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

Detailed documentary proof of educational qualifications and relevant practical teaching and work-based experience is provided by all lecturers/facilitators in the form of a Curriculum Vitae (portfolio of evidence). Lecturers/facilitators are academically qualified to at least one level higher than the level they teach, and are currently employed in the relevant industry in which their expertise functions.

A minimum of 2 (two) years practical, relevant occupational experience is required.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009.

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

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PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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