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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Produce venue and exhibition floor plans

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
119157	Produce venue and exhibition floor plans
ORIGINATOR
SGB Marketing
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies			Marketing
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 3	NQF Level 03	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
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 does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard.

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

The person credited with this unit standard is able to demonstrate an understanding of the operations of a venue and basic equipment involved. This will enable the learner to produce floor plans. The learner's understanding of a function schedule and the knowledge of the physical attributes of the buildings will contribute to meeting clients' needs. This will benefit the company and the exhibition industry, as well as enhancing the learner's abilities.

The qualifying learner is capable of:

Explaining different venue layouts and plans

Interpreting and applying fire department regulations

Determining physical attributes of the buildings at an exhibition site

Identifying auxiliary services and data points at an exhibition venue

Identifying elements on an exhibition floor plan

Producing scale drawings of floor plans

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Competence in Computer Literacy, Mathematical Literacy and Communication at NQF level 2 or equivalent.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

Basic equipment includes but is not limited to: staging, audio-visual equipment, tables, chairs, podiums, fire equipment, draping, tier seating

Building operating systems include but are not limited to: electrical points and wiring systems, water pipes, lights, plumbing systems

Auxiliary service points include water, electricity, telephone points

Data points refer to Internet connection points

Facilities include but are not limited to: restaurants, organiser's office, first aid stations, toilets, parking, taxi stands, public telephones

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Explain different venue layouts and plans.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Human traffic patterns are used to explain different venue layouts

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Key features on venue plans are identified using a symbol key

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Equipment to be used is identified and indicated on the floor plan using a key index

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Interpret and apply fire department regulations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Fire Department requirements for exhibitions are identified and explained according to legislative requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Different types of fire-fighting equipment at an exhibition venue are identified through a visual inspection

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The use of fire-fighting equipment is explained and demonstrated according to manufacturer's instructions

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Exhibition floor plans are presented and cleared with the Fire Department with relevant documented proof

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Determine physical attributes of the buildings at an exhibition site.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Building operating systems are identified and explained in terms of the characteristics and special operation requirements

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Internal measurements of exhibition halls and function rooms are determined and related to exhibitors' needs

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Access points to buildings for exhibitors and visitors are identified from the venue plans

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

Lighting in buildings and additional infrastructure required are identified and explained in terms of exhibitors' and visitors' needs

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Identify auxiliary services and data points at an exhibition venue.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The concept of an auxiliary service point and a data point is explained giving an explanation of their differences and their uses

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Auxiliary service points required at an exhibition are identified and listed on venue layouts and plans using a key index

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Data points required at an exhibition are indicated on the venue layouts and plans, using a key index

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Identify elements on an exhibition floor plan.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The sizes of all exhibition stands are determined using the floor plan scale

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Emergency exits and fire-fighting equipment are identified using the floor plan key

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Other facilities for exhibitors and visitors are identified using the floor plan key

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Produce scale drawings of floor plans.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

A scale from an exhibition floor plan is chosen and justified according to the amount of detail required and the size of the venue

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The importance of accuracy in scale drawing a floor plan is described in terms of correct stand construction

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Scale drawings are produced according to the requirements of the floor plan

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.

Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.

Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.

Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA according to the policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation of that ETQA, at its discretion, in terms of agreements reached about assessment and moderation between various ETQAs (including professional bodies).

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

Interpreting building layouts and plans

Equipment used in the venue for exhibitions

Floor plan layouts for exhibitions

Problem-solving techniques

Health and safety procedures and requirements for exhibitions

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems when producing drawing to scale

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others in the use of equipment at an exhibition site and in the location and use of auxiliary service points

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organise oneself and one's activities when determining physical attributes of a site

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information in order to effectively interpret venue layouts and floor plans

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively with all stakeholders when working on an exhibition site or venue

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use science and technology when producing venue layouts and floor plans

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Understand the world as a set of related systems for health and safety considerations in the proper placement and use of equipment in the production and interpretation of venues and floor plans

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

N/A

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	49447	National Certificate: Trade Exhibition Support	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	SERVICES

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

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