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

Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based spreadsheet application to create and edit spreadsheets 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
116937  Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based spreadsheet application to create and edit spreadsheets 
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-Fundamental  Level 2  NQF Level 02  4 
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
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

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 replaces: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
7572  Demonstrate knowledge of and produce computer spreadsheets using basic functions  Level 2  NQF Level 02  3   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard is intended for people who need to create and edit spreadsheets using a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based spreadsheet application either as a user of computers or as basic knowledge for a career needing this competency, like the ICT industry.

People credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of spreadsheets.
  • Create, open and save spreadsheets.
  • Produce a spreadsheet from a given specification.
  • Edit a spreadsheet.
  • Format a spreadsheet.
  • Check spelling in a spreadsheet.
  • Print a spreadsheet using features specific to spreadsheets.

    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 
    The credit value of this unit standard is calculated assuming a person is competent in:
  • Mathematical literacy and communication skills at least at NQF Level 1.
  • Operate a personal computer system (ID 116932 - NQF Level 1).
  • Use generic functions in a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-environment (ID 117902 - NQF Level 1). 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • This standard is applicable to any spreadsheet application that runs on any Graphical User Interface(GUI) operating system.
  • Where spreadsheets are referenced, it refers to a whole spreadsheet, a single page of a spreadsheet, or selected text in a spreadsheet.
  • Where wording are not exact for the chosen operating system, the learner can choose the equivalent item or option to demonstrate competence in the specific outcome or assessment criteria. 
    		•

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of spreadsheets. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Spreadsheet is defined in terms of its purpose and use. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Uses include but is not limited to:
  • Automation of repetitive calculation tasks, organisation of data into rows and columns.
     
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Examples of spreadsheets that can be produced using a spreadsheet application are provided. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    At least three examples.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The benefits of using a spreadsheet application for producing and working with spreadsheets are explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    At least three benefits.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Examples of spreadsheet programs are named. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Properties of a spreadsheet are identified and described in terms of its purpose and use. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Properties include but is not limited to:
  • Rows, columns, cells, cell cursor.
     
    		•

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Create, open and save spreadsheets. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    When creating new spreadsheets, the name of the new spreadsheet must allow the spreadsheet to be easily identified in terms of its purpose and content. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The spreadsheet application program is opened. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A new spreadsheet is created. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    At least 4 columns and 4 rows of data are entered, no calculations.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Methods of moving the cell cursor are demonstrated in order to move about the spreadsheet. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    At least 2 methods are demonstrated.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Saving spreadsheets is explained in terms of its purpose and the destination of the saved filed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The spreadsheet is saved with a specific name in a specific folder. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    At least two different methods of saving a spreadsheet.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The spreadsheet is closed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    An existing spreadsheet is opened and closed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    The spreadsheet application program is closed. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Produce a spreadsheet from a given specification. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    At least 8 rows and 5 columns should be contained in the spreadsheet produced. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A spreadsheet is produced with the required data from given specification. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Text, numbers, dates.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Formula are entered to achieve the given specification. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Formulae: addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, sum.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The differences between data cells, label cells, and formula cells are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The spreadsheet is in accordance with the given specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Practices are demonstrated to ensure the integrity of the data. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Check against data source, check-totals, audit formulae.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The benefits of saving a file in different formats is explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Formats: Text, CSV, HTML, other software versions, other software types.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    A spreadsheet is saved in a different format. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    At least two of: Text, CSV, HTML, other software versions, other software types.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Edit a spreadsheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    An existing spreadsheet is opened. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Cells are selected for manipulation and de-selected. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Cell, cell range, entire column, entire row, entire spreadsheet.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Cells are manipulated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Move, copy, delete.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Use the automatic fill feature to automatically enter data in cells. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    At least two of: Year, Quarter, Month, Week, Day.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Text is located and replaced in a spreadsheet by using features of the application. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Format a spreadsheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Cells are formatted using formatting features of the spreadsheet application. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Formatting features include the following: Style, Alignment, Font, Background colourAt least one option listed out of each formatting feature must be performed: Style (Text, number, date, currency, percentage), Alignment (left, center, right, justified, text direction), Font (type, size, style - italic, bold, underlined, colour, strike-through, superscript, subscript), Background colour.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Rows are formatted. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Height, automatic fit.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Columns are formatted. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Width, automatic fit.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Check spelling and grammar in a spreadsheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The dictionary to be used for spelling and word usage is set up. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Text is entered and corrected automatically while entering. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Text is checked for spelling and grammar and corrections made based on judgement. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Cell, range of cells.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Words are added to the custom dictionary. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 
    Print a spreadsheet using features specific to spreadsheets. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The printing of gridlines is altered. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Printing of gridlines on or off.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A row is selected to print on each page of the printed spreadsheet. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Different ways of printing sheets within a spreadsheet are demonstrated, according to given specifications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Different ways include but are not limited to:
  • Entire workbook, active sheets.
     
    		•


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    The relevant Education and Training Quality Authority (ETQA) must accredit providers before they can offer programmes of education and training assessed against unit standards.

    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. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Proficient in relevant application packages.
  • 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.
  • Performance of all elements complies with the laws of South Africa, especially with regard to copyright, privacy, health and safety, and consumer rights.
  • All activities must comply with any policies, procedures and requirements of the organisations involved, the ethical codes of relevant professional bodies and any relevant legislative and/or regulatory requirements.
  • Performance of all elements is to be completed within the normal range of time and cost that would be expected in a professional environment (e.g. In a commercial or government organisation). 
    		•

    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 responses display that decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made by using a spreadsheet application to perform calculations. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively by using a spreadsheet application to organize information into rows and columns for a specific purpose. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise, and critically evaluate information by using a spreadsheet application to organize and perform calculations. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion when engaging with the subject by using a spreadsheet application to organize information into rows and columns for a specific purpose to each communication. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others by using a spreadsheet application effectively. 

    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 
    This unit standard has replaced 7572, which was "Demonstrate knowledge of and produce computer spreadsheets using basic functions", Level 2, 3 Credits.

    Assessor Notes:
  • GUI functions like printing, using a pointing device and using the HELP facility are covered in a generic unit standard (ID 117902) and should be assessed as part of the mentioned standard.
  • Possible laws applicable to this standard could include acts like Access to Information Acts; Copyright Acts, Constitution of the Country being assessed in.

    Abbreviations:
  • PC - Personal computer.
  • CD - Compact disk.
  • GUI - Graphical User Interface. 
    		•

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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