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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Demonstrate techniques for gathering and presenting fieldwork data

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
119894	Demonstrate techniques for gathering and presenting fieldwork data
ORIGINATOR
SGB Geography
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-
FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 07 - Human and Social Studies			General Social Science
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 3	NQF Level 03	3
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

This Unit Standard is intended for learners who are involved in gathering information on behalf of a researcher or organisation as part of a research project. It is assumed that the learner is not responsible for designing questionnaires or for analysing and presenting the final findings. It is It will be useful for learners who are required to apply geographical knowledge and skill in an authentic situation including, but not limited to, field workers, learners in rural land reform and community field projects, field rangers, market researchers, archaeological fieldworkers, learners in development projects, police, mountain rescue and environmental officers and learners in insurance and travel and tourism.

The qualifying learner is capable of:

Explaining own role in fieldwork investigations.

Demonstrating different ways of gathering information in the field.

Demonstrating techniques for documenting spatial data in the field.

Reporting field data.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

It is assumed that learners are competent in Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

Collection of data in the field, under supervision as part of a larger research project. Information may be qualitative and/or quantitative.

Information from a variety of maps, and photographic images.

The National Mapping Series including, but not limited to 1:10 000 orthophoto maps, 1:50 000 topographic maps, 1:250 000 topo-cadastral maps, 1:500 000 topo-admin edition, 1:2 000 000 wall map and provincial maps.

The Aeronautical edition (ICOA symbols) including; 1:1 000 000 world aeronautical chart (ICAO), 1:1 000 000 South Africa (4 sheets), 1:2 000 000 South Africa (2002 Edition), 1:2 500 000 topographical (Southern Africa), 1:2 500 000 magisterial districts and provinces (South Africa), Provincial Map, South Africa, maps of the Regional Series (various scales).

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Explain own role in fieldwork investigations.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

The outcomes of a fieldwork investigation are outlined and an indication is given of the individual's role in contributing to the outcome.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

The importance of careful, accurate data gathering is explained and an indication is given of the consequences of bias and misrepresenting information.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Ethical issues relating to fieldwork investigations are discussed with reference to a specific investigation.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Demonstrate different ways of gathering information in the field.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Different techniques for gathering information in the field are described and an indication is given of when each is appropriate.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Techniques include, but are not limited to, surveys, guided questionnaires, open-ended questionnaires, interviews, focus groups, sampling, enumerations, measuring, photographs, sketches and sketch maps.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

Two different techniques for gathering and recording information from the environment are demonstrated with due regard for accuracy.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

Two different techniques for gathering and recording information from people are demonstrated with due regard for impartiality and cultural sensitivity.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Demonstrate techniques for documenting spatial data in the field.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Different ways of describing the location of data collection sites are identified and reasons why location is important are explained with reference to follow up and verification procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Range: Ways of describing location include Global Positioning System (GPS), maps, photographs and other spatial information.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

A sketch map of a selected site is drawn from observation.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Information of the map includes, title, direction, key, approximate size or scale.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

The use of electronic devices for documenting information in the field is explained with examples.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Report field data.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

Information is collated for submission to the researcher, supervisor or organisation.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

A report on the fieldwork investigation is drafted indication own problems, personal observations and recommendations.

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

Assessors for this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the appropriate ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the appropriate ETQA.

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

Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the appropriate ETQA according to the moderation guidelines and the agreed ETQA procedures.

Moderators must be registered as assessors with the relevant ETQA, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

N/A

UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME

N/A

UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES

N/A

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

The learner is able to solve problems in handling problems and crises as they arise in conducting research in the field.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

The learner is able to work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community in gathering data as part of a larger research team.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

The learner is able to organise and manage him/herself and his/her own activities responsibly and effectively in knowing own role in the fieldwork investigation.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

The learner is able to collect and organise information in gathering data in the field and collating the information for submission.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

The learner is able to communicate effectively in gathering and documenting information and reporting back to the researcher, supervisor or organisation.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

The learner is able to use science and technology effectively in explaining the use of electronic devices for gathering information in the field.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

The learner is able to demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by understanding the consequences of bias and misreporting and understanding own role in an investigation.

The learner is able to demonstrate cultural sensitivity in gathering information from people in an investigation.

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

Map Reference: Notice 896 of 2005, Department of Land Affairs in the Government Gazette, 17 June 2005 No. 27664 page 77.

Map Reference: National Mapping Organisation for Spatial Information Products. Chief Directorate: Surveys and Mapping, Private Bag X10, Mowbray, 7705.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	49772	National Certificate: Archaeology	Level 3	NQF Level 03	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30	CATHSSETA
Elective	66610	Further Education and Training Certificate: Short Term Insurance	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-07-30	As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual
Elective	57613	Further Education and Training Certificate: Short-Term Risk Management	Level 4	NQF Level 04	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2012-06-30	INSETA

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD:

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