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

Demonstrate an understanding of establishing a vineyard 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
12578  Demonstrate an understanding of establishing a vineyard 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Primary Agriculture 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation Primary Agriculture 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 1  NQF Level 01  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 does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The learner will be able to understand the establishment of a vineyard with reference to the spacing, layout and planting of vines.

A person credited with this unit standard is able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of a vineyard establishment.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of treating vines before planting takes place.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of planting vines. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    No prior learning is assumed to be in place. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate an understanding of a vineyard establishment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Factors influencing the soil properties are identified within scope of work. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Factors may refer to cultivation, water penetration, water retention, leaching and fertility.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The impact of soil preparation is explained in relation to the harvested yield. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The reasons for selecting a specific site are explained with reference to topography, wind, sun facing and soil type. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The principles of vine spacing are explained in relation to criteria. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Vine spacing may refer to include soil water, wind, sunlight, the optimum utilization of available nutrients and vigour for the production of quality grapes.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. The factors that induce weak and/or vigorous growth are identified according to criteria. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Factors mat refer to soil fertility, soil water and slope on the spacing of vines.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. The influence of wind, slope and sunlight exposure on the row direction is explained according to criteria. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    7. Methods of squaring of land are explained according to vineyard layout. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Squaring methods used are explained in relation to of plant lines/strains.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    8. The principles and procedures for planting vines are explained in reference to the time of planting and condition of the soil. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Demonstrate an understanding of treating vines before planting takes place. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The procedures for storing vines to prevent dry-out are explained according to workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The preparation of vines before planting is explained in relation to workplace procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The preparation of vines shall include hot water treatment.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of planting vines. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The principles and procedures for planting vines are explained with reference to the time of planting and condition of the soil. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The method used to make a planting hole and planting the vines is demonstrated in a vineyard. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Internal moderation.
  • External moderation.
  • 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 and moderation 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 (language) and/or writing skills.
  • Training providers must be accredited by the appropriate ETQA. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Embedded knowledge is reflected within the assessment criteria of each specific outcome. 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    The learner will be able to identify and solve problems regarding the establishment of a vineyard. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    The learner will be able to work effectively with others as a member of a team regarding the establishing of a vineyard. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    The learner will be able to organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively when establishing a vineyard. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    The learner will be able to analyse, organise and critically evaluate information regarding the establishing of a vineyard. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    The learner will be able to use technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the health of others regarding the establishing of a vineyard. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    The learner will be able to display responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking. 

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

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  20287   National Certificate: Farming  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 


    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.
     
    1. Balemi Consulting Pty Ltd 
    2. Hot To Go Training College and Services 
    3. KayDee Project Management Cc 
    4. Mbimbini Training and Community Development 
    5. New Heights 1082 Pty Ltd 
    6. Phezukomkhono Training Services 
    7. Setlakala Business Development 
    8. Taletso FET College - Central Office 
    9. The Skills Development Hub (Pty) Ltd 


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.