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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Advanced Diploma in Industrial Design 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
99377  Advanced Diploma in Industrial Design 
ORIGINATOR
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Advanced Diploma  Field 02 - Culture and Arts  Design Studies 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  120  Not Applicable  NQF Level 07  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Registered-data under construction  EXCO 0324/24  2024-07-01  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30   2031-06-30  

Registered-data under construction

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PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
The purpose with this qualification is to enable industrial design learners to improve their own knowledge, skills and competencies. The qualification will enable learners to independently solve industrial design problems within the local formal or informal sectors by means of designing and developing new products for local and or international markets. Qualifying learners will be able to function in a cooperative working relationship with individuals from a variety of disciplines and/or fields of expertise. The ability to function and independently manage the design process as part of a multidisciplinary team is therefore essential. The qualification also provides an important background for Industrial Design specialisation studies that support design and research activities within the tertiary training community.

Rationale:
This qualification was developed to promote the design of local products and, by doing so, seeking to strengthen and grow the local manufacturing sector. To grow our economy, South Africa must change from being an exporter of raw materials to becoming an exporter of finished products and services. The government is aware of this and through its various departments including education is providing a platform to develop the skills needed to achieve this goal.

The qualification aims to contribute towards the development of skilled labour. The institution promotes the education of Industrial Design because this profession specifically addresses the need for taking ideas and turning them into products and services.

There is a need for designers, industrial designers in particular, and engineers because without these skilled professionals it becomes difficult to convert raw materials into finished products. Design is one of the necessary links in the value chain turning ideas (or technology) into products that can be sold to mass markets. The qualification is aimed at giving young South Africans the skills necessary to design and develop new products for local and international markets. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The qualification may be achieved in part through the recognition of prior learning, which includes formal, informal and non-formal learning and work experience. The learner should be informed about the RPL process and procedure used and support and guidance must be provided. Due care must be taken that the RPL process and procedure used provide the learner with an opportunity to demonstrate competence and is not so onerous as to prevent learners from taking up the RPL option towards gaining a qualification.

RPL for credit can be applied to learners who are able to demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes implicit in this qualification.

RPL may also grant learners who do not meet the traditional minimum entry requirements access to this qualification.

Entry Requirements:
In order to gain entry to the qualification, the learner is required to have a:
  • National Diploma in Three Dimensional Design at Level 6.
    Or
  • Diploma in Industrial Design at Level 6.
    Or
  • Bachelor Degree in Industrial Design at Level 7.
    Or
  • Recognised Level 6 qualification in Industrial Design. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    The qualification consists of two compulsory modules at NQF Level 7, totalling 120 credits.
  • Product Design IV, 100 Credits.
  • Design Studies IV, 20 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Solve real-world industrial design problems through the design of product solutions by independently applying integrated knowledge of design factors using skills of analysis, synthesis and evaluation.
    2. Demonstrate understanding of the field of industrial design and its relationship to other fields of knowledge.
    3. Use a range of concept simulation methods, processes and techniques to Design-Make-Test-Refine product solutions.
    4. Demonstrate the ability to act ethically and professionally in an industrial design environment. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Suitable industrial materials and manufacturing processes are used in product solutions.
  • The functional requirements of the user are addressed by the product solutions.
  • The management of the design process in unfamiliar and variable contexts is demonstrated through product solutions.
  • Consideration for the environmental impact of product solutions is exhibited.
  • Complex problems are identified, analysed and solved through the product solutions in the design brief.
  • Innovation and commercial viability are showcased through product solutions.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Design choices are adequately defended with physical and theoretical evidence.
  • Independent viewpoints are demonstrated through design thinking.
  • Conceptual solutions are supported by relevant information gathered.
  • Information sources are independently validated.
  • Information is properly evaluated and managed.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • Advanced two dimensional analogue and digital drawing techniques are used in product solutions to create, logically evolve, conceptually simulate and communicate design ideas (Design-Make-Test-Refine).
  • Advanced three dimensional analogue and digital modelling techniques are used in product solutions to create, logically evolve, conceptually simulate and communicate design ideas (Design-Make-Test-Refine).
  • Product solution information (two and three dimensional) is combined and presented orally, in print or electronically via the internet.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
  • Key professional practice issues in relation to the product solutions are understood and justified.
  • Adherence to professional practice and ethical norms of the industrial design sector is simulated.

    Integrated Assessment:
    Integrated assessment in this qualification provides learners with an opportunity to integrate theory and practice across all Exit Level Outcomes. Due to the integrated design of the qualification, learners are required to integrate their knowledge and skills on a continuous basis when undertaking projects, assignments and other assessment activities. Learners are required to integrate their knowledge and skills in the design of solutions through written and project-based assessments. Continuous integrated assessments methods include portfolios, simulations, workplace assessments and practical workbooks, written assignments, written tests, and case studies and case presentations. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    The Advanced Diploma in Industrial Design was developed in line with best practice standards for the industrial design industry of the following countries:

    United Kingdom:
    The British Industrial Design Association (BIDA) represents the collective interests of designers in the United Kingdom (UK) creating products, software interactions and services for industry. BIDA and the Creative and Cultural Skills (CCS) developed the National Occupational Standards for industrial design after an extensive research and consultation process. These occupational standards, approved by the UK government, lay down the standards of performance that individuals must achieve when carrying out functions in the workplace, together with specifications of the underpinning knowledge and understanding.

    Canada:
    The International Council of Societies of Industrial Design (ICSID), is an international non-governmental organisation that promotes the profession of industrial design and its ability to generate better products, systems, services, and experiences; better business and industry; and ultimately a better environment and society. From 12 founding professional design associations in 1957, the ICSID has grown to include over 140 member organisations from 40 nations. South Africa has representation at the ICSID through four organisations, one of which is the South African Bureau of Standards Design Institute.

    The best practice standards at the ICSID level is for industrial design qualifications to prepare learners to be creative, practical, user-centred, aesthetics-focused, problem-solving, and opportunity-exploring designers, design strategists, or design leaders.

    Conclusion:
    Globally, industrial designers are employed based on the skills and competences displayed in their portfolios. The Advanced Diploma in Industrial Design addresses the knowledge, skills and values expected from graduates in line with international best practices. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification does not offer specific articulation opportunities with other qualifications offered by Tshwane University of Technology (TUT).

    However, it offers systemic articulation opportunities with qualifications offered by other institutions, provided the learner meets the minimum entry requirements.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Design, Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design, Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design, Level 7.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Arts Honours in Graphic Design, Level 8.
  • Bachelor of Arts Honours in Design, Level 8. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
    N/A 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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