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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

National Diploma: Horticulture

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
72298	National Diploma: Horticulture
ORIGINATOR
Mangosuthu University of Technology
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 Diploma	Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation		Horticulture
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	360	Level 6	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 06120/18	2018-07-01	2018-12-31
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-12-31		2023-12-31

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 replaces:

Qual ID	Qualification Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Min Credits	Replacement Status
2115	National Diploma: Horticulture	Level 6	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6	360	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The qualifying learner will have the ability to apply a required range of horticultural technologies and applicable management skills within a range of horticultural establishments such as a nursery, garden centre or horticultural research station.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Grade 12, NQF level 4 or proven experience.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

The qualification will be awarded to a learner who has provided evidence 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 specified outcomes

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Exit Level Outcome:
1. The learner will be able to demonstrate the following capabilities:

Apply appropriate techniques and use of appropriate equipment in the production of plants.
2. Identify, classify and describe characteristics of plants so that recommendations can be made as to their placement and utilisation
3. Maintain plant material to ensure optimum utilisation
4. Apply appropriate business skills within a horticultural enterprise
5 Communicate effectively with clients and personnel

Specified outcomes:

1. Select and apply the most appropriate plant propagation technique, utilise equipment and apply these techniques in the most favourable growth conditions.
(C) (Credits = 30)

Control the growing of propagated plant material by providing the necessary aftercare with reference to selection of equipment and growth medium (C) (Credits = 15).

Plan, construct and maintain a range of propagation and cultivation facilities.
(CF) (Credits = 20).

Harvest, prepare, store and despatch different types of propagation material (eg. seed, tubers, bulbs).
(CF) (Credits = 7)

2. Identify and classify a selected range of plants.
(C) (Credits = 36)

Select and utilise plant material, applying design principles and practical environmental considerations.
(C) (Credits = 54)

3. Typify and modify soil to obtain optimal growing conditions and evaluate soil through plant growth symptoms.
(c) (credits: 13)

Typify and apply different types of fertilisers and soil amendments.
(CF) (Credits = 13)

Select and apply the most suitable equipment and techniques to maintain plant quality for a typical range of plants used in the horticultural industry. (CF) (Credits = 40)

Identify and classify pests and weeds, and select and apply the most appropriate method of pest and weed control.
(C) (Credits = 33).

Select, operate and maintain the machinery and equipment utilised to ensure optimum plant quality.
(C) (Credits = 22)

Select, install and maintain different types of irrigation systems to ensure optimum plant growth. (F) (Credits = 7).

Analyse environmental factors impacting on plant growth and apply appropriate techniques to manipulate these influences in order to ensure plant maintenance.
(F) (Credits = 16)

4. Apply management methods and procedures in the organisation of the relevant resources within a horticultural enterprise.
(CF) (Credits = 36).

5. Select and apply appropriate verbal, written and multi-media communication methods.
(CF) (Credits = 18)

Critical outcomes:
The learner will be able to demonstrate the following capabilities:

Identify and solve problems as well as making responsible decisions in the production and management of a horticultural enterprise

Work effectively with others as a team in running a horticultural enterprise

Analyse, organise and evaluate relevant horticultural data and information

Communicate professionally with personnel and clients

Use scientific knowledge effectively within the context of the environment

Contribute towards the full personal development of the individual by exploring education and career opportunities.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Sexual and asexual propagation techniques have been correctly applied to a variety of selected plants under correctly selected conditions and using appropriate equipment

Propagated plant material is maintained effectively through the selection of suitable equipment and media

A range of propagation facilities is effectively planned, correctly constructed, equipped and maintained

Knowledge and skills are correctly demonstrated in selecting, harvesting, preparing, storing and despatching of propagation material (e.g. seed, tubers, bulbs)

2. Botanical keys are correctly utilized to identify and categorise a selected range of plants

Plant characteristics are applied correctly to classify plants according to their environmental, practical and aesthetical potential

Site information is recorded accurately and graphic representation techniques used effectively

3. Selected soil samples have been collected, analysed, graded correctly and modified to obtain optimal growing conditions

Soil amendments in fertilisers have been identified and classified correctly

Equipment and techniques are selected and applied correctly. Plant quality has been maintained to ensure a predetermined standard

Pests and weeds are identified correctly and the most effective control measures have been selected and applied within the framework of environmental influences and safety precautions

Machinery and equipment have been selected, used and maintained correctly, following prescribed safety guidelines

Different typed of irrigation equipment have been identified correctly and the most effective system selected, installed and maintained

Environmental impact has been identified and effective reclamation and sustainable practices have been selected to optimise plant growth

4.. Methods and techniques for drafting budgets, production programmes and time utilisation have been validly demonstrated

5. Appropriate communication methods have been used effectively in communicating with personnel and clients

Integrated assessment:

A combination for formative assessment (projects, assignments, practical activities, laboratory work, written tests, practical tests, group discussions) and summative assessment methods (written examinations, practical examinations, a portfolio of practical work) are compiled and assessed.

A graduate will be able to identify, assess, explain, interpret, discuss, compare, analyse and solve horticultural problems. Assessment practices should integrate these elements, combining appropriate application of knowledge, skills and values to signify competence in a learner. Formative assessment will be continuous.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Vertical articulation: BTech: Horticulture

MODERATION OPTIONS

SERTEC requirements will apply.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

The current SERTEC requirements regarding examiners will apply.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification.

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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.

1.	Mangosuthu University of Technology