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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

National Diploma: Game Ranch Management

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
87125	National Diploma: Game Ranch Management
ORIGINATOR
Nelson Mandela University
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		Nature Conservation
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 0695/12	2012-07-01	2014-12-31
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2015-12-31		2019-12-31

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 is replaced by:

Qual ID	Qualification Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Min Credits	Replacement Status
97096	Diploma in Game Ranch Management	Not Applicable	NQF Level 06	360	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Supply the game ranch industry with competent game ranch and resource managers.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

FETC or relevant equivalent qualification of 240 credits at NQF level 5

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

N

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 specific outcomes, has been achieved, either through experience that complies with the stated specified outcomes.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Exit level: 1. Manage natural resources and maintain ecological systems 2 Utilize human, material and financial resources optimally Specified outcomes: 1. Manage the natural resources on a game ranch. 2.1. Manage a game ranch. 2.2. Apply basic communication skills. 2.3. Apply basic knowledge of research. Critical Outcomes: Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsible and effectively Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information Communicate effectively, using visual mathematical and language skills in the modes of oral and written persuasion Demonstrating an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that the problem-solving context does not exist in isolation Reflect on and explore a variety of strategies to learn more effectively Explore education and career opportunities Develop entrepreneurial opportunities Interpret the laws of a country and structure effective transactions within the framework of the law Demonstrate an understanding of the economic world in context as a dynamic interactive world that does not exist in isolation Look at the environment as a macro basis rather than a micro basis in order to enhance the current environment as a whole Work effectively as part of a team or group Demonstrate effective and responsible decision-making Stimulate and develop thinking patterns involving creativity Interpret information received via the media Remain receptive and responsive to current trends and developments Use technology effective and responsibly.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. Natural resources on a game ranch Knowledge of the abiotic and biotic components are demonstrated and applied Current appropriate terminology is understood and applied affectively Knowledge of general ecology is demonstrated and applied Knowledge of human relationship and influences on ecosystems demonstrated and applied Knowledge of sensitive ecosystems is demonstrated and applied Knowledge of the human environment is demonstrated and applied Knowledge of the game ranch industry is demonstrated and applied Financial implications and objectives are considered and applied Knowledge of appropriate habitat requirements and characteristics are demonstrated and applied Knowledge of appropriate management practices are demonstrated and applied Manage appropriate infrastructure Appropriate equipment is operated effectively Knowledge of appropriate legislation are demonstrated and applied Knowledge on how to secure the integrity of the game ranch is demonstrated and applied Game ranch: 2.1 Strategic planning for the game ranch is executed effectively Human resources and volunteers are managed affectively Financing and/or funding is identified Administration systems are established and maintained and managed effectively Employer/employee relationships are established and promoted Appropriate computer systems are established and maintained Legal requirements are implemented and controlled Communication: 2.2. Communication with supervisor, peers and subordinates is effective Conflict resolution skills are demonstrated and applied Cultural sensitivity and knowledge of intercultural communication are demonstrated and applied Dynamics of negotiations are understood and demonstrated Events are managed effectively Game ranch is managed effectively Conservation and environmental awareness is promoted Research: 2.3. Demonstrate appropriate research knowledge Analyze an appropriate case study Assimilate applicable scientific literature Conduct a basic research project Conclusions are effectively interpreted and applied Integrated assessment: Assessment is continuous and done on the following basis: Formative assessment: Assignments Written tests Practical tests Projects Reports Oral evaluation Presentations Summative assessment: Final integrated portfolio assessment Written examinations Practical examinations Portfolio records are kept as per SERTEC requirements

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Articulation possibilities exist with other Technikons offering this qualification as well as private institutions and industry training. This qualification forms the foundation for the professional degree in Game Ranch Management

MODERATION OPTIONS

Two internal moderators and one external moderator must moderate final integrated portfolio assessment

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

The current SERTEC requirements regarding examiners applly

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

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

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.

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.

1.	Nelson Mandela University

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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.