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

Create digitised text for a multimedia/web-based computer application 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
115361  Create digitised text for a multimedia/web-based computer application 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Computer Sciences and Information Systems 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences Information Technology and Computer Sciences 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 6  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6  8 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

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 unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard is intended for individuals who need to create, test and gain user approval for digitised text to be used for multimedia/web-based applications from an outlined brief of the application.

People credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Review requirements for digitised text for a multimedia/web-based computer application
  • Digitise text for a multimedia/web-based computer application
  • Edit and store digitised text for a multimedia/web-based computer application
    The performance of all elements is to a standard that allows for further learning in this area. 
    		•

    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Description of required skills, knowledge and understanding on:
  • The automation of computer processes in an application using a macro facility. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Review requirements for digitised text for a multimedia/web-based computer application. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The review identifies and explains the feasibility of the requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The review identifies user objectives and critical performance factors. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The review estimates the development effort required so that the cost may be estimated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    A review procedure is adopted that ensures the outcomes meet user requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Digitise text for a multimedia/web-based computer application. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Digitise text for a multimedia/web-based computer application is created according to specified requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The digitised text meets the technical quality standards required for the multimedia/web-based application. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Created digitised text is evaluated to determine if it is free of digitising system errors. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Edit and store digitised text for a multimedia/web-based computer application. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Digitised text for a multimedia/web-based computer application is edited according to standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The digitised test is stored in the data format required by the multi-media application. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The digitised test is stored in an accessible and secure manner. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The stored digitised text preserves the original text until the edited text is approved according to traceable information tracking standards. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An assessor, accredited by the relevant ETQA, will assess the learner's competency.
  • Assessment procedures will be supplied by the ETQA in alignment with NSB requirements.
  • All assessment activities must be fair, so that all candidates have equal opportunities.
  • Activities must be free of gender, ethnic or other bias.
  • Assessment procedures, activities and tools must be transparent, affordable and support development within the field, sub-field and NQF.
  • Questions and answers to determine theoretical knowledge are expected.
  • Examination of an assessment portfolio.
  • Reporting skills are demonstrated by effective communication, using verbal and/or writing skills.
  • Direct observation in simulated or actual work conditions.

    Moderation process:
  • Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures
  • Moderation procedures, activities and tools must be transparent, affordable and support development within the field, sub-field and NQF. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Embedded knowledge is reflected within the assessment criteria of each specific outcome and critical cross-field outcomes.
  • An understanding of copyright and intellectual property right covered under the laws of South Africa.
  • An understanding of basic principles of multimedia/web-based computer applications.
  • An understanding of working to project planning principles.
  • An understanding of interfacing with clients to get specifications and approval for the completed project.
  • Performance of all elements is to be carried out in accordance with organisation standards and procedures, unless otherwise stated. Organisation standards and procedures may cover: quality assurance, documentation, security, communication, health and safety, and personal behaviour. An example of the standards expected is the standards found in ISO 9000 Certified Organisations.
  • Performance of all elements is to be completed within the normal range of time that would be expected in a professional environment, e.g. in a commercial or government organisation.
  • Performance of all elements is to be within the normal range of cost, or cost estimate, that would be expected in a commercial environment.
  • Performance of all elements complies with the laws of South Africa, especially with regard to copyright, privacy, health and safety, and consumer rights. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in which response displays that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made by selecting and creating digitised text for multimedia/web-based computer applications. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group or organisation by understanding and implementing the needs of the client. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively by planning, selecting and creating digitised text for multimedia/web-based computer applications. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively by using mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/and written presentations to the client. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large by selecting and creating digitised text for multimedia/web-based computer applications. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Terms and terminology:

    The term multimedia/web-based computer application refers to an interactive end-user computer application that includes digitised sound, graphics, photographs, animation, text, and video.

    Supplementary information:

    The level assigned to this unit standard is appropriate because the individual needs to critically review, consolidate and extend systematic and coherent body of knowledge, utilising specialised skills across an area of study, critically evaluate new concepts and evidence from a range of sources, transfer and apply diagnostic and creative skills and exercise judgement in a range of situations.
    The credit value assigned to this unit standard is appropriate and reflects the average length of time for an average qualifying learner to become competent.
    Recommended contact time and individual learning - 30 h
    Recommended time spent in structured learning in the workplace and assessment - 50h
    Total notional hours - 80h

    Domain:
  • Systems Development 
    		•

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  48872   National Certificate: Information Technology (Systems Development)  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MICTS 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    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.
     
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    5. Belgium Campus 1 
    6. Bells Technical College 
    7. Careers IT 
    8. CHILI PEPPER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS 
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    10. DC Academy (PTY)LTD 
    11. Digix Computers Services 
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    19. Greater Tzaneen Community Foundation 
    20. HILLCROSS BUSINESS SCHOOL (PTY 
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    22. Information Technology Resource Centre 
    23. IT Academy 
    24. Jeppe College of Commerce and 
    25. JUMPCO PTY LTD 
    26. K Boneng Consulting Services P 
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    28. LETAGO DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING 
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