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

Collect and use information 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
13217  Collect and use information 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Vehicle Maintenance 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  5 
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 skills, values and knowledge reflected in this unit standard are required by people in the field of manufacturing and engineering.
The learning outcomes in this unit standard also contribute to the exit level outcomes required for various manufacturing and engineering qualifications.
Qualifying learners can demonstrate an understanding of the importance of information in a work context. They are able to organise, summarise and respond to information collected during their work activities from a variety of sources. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
This unit standard has been designed as part of a progression. It is one of a series of unit standards for workplace communication and working with information. 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
The scope and level of this unit standard is determined by the ranges as indicated under the specific outcomes.
Capability at this level requires a person to read information, process it and make decisions. Recording of information in the workplace must not exclude those who are illiterate, but who nevertheless collect and process information from a variety of sources in the environment. 

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
Explain and discuss the importance of using information in the work situation 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. An understanding of the importance of using information in the work situation is demonstrated. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
Indicators
1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
Understanding confirmed
1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Information is collected, organised and summarised from a variety of sources during daily working activities. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Responses to information collected are appropriate. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Data is entered into retrieval systems where required. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Collect information from a variety of sources by recognising/reading and/or using sensory cues 
    OUTCOME NOTES 
  • Determine conditions or states by measuring (e.g. temperature, size, mass). 
    		•
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Sensory cues include visual, sound, smell, feel, taste.

    Sources of information include instruments or gauges, outputs, incidents, operations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. An understanding of the importance of using information in the work situation is demonstrated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Information is collected, organised and summarised from a variety of sources during daily working activities. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Responses to information collected are appropriate. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Data is entered into retrieval systems where required. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Organise, summarise and respond to information collected during the course of work activities 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. An understanding of the importance of using information in the work situation is demonstrated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Information is collected, organised and summarised from a variety of sources during daily working activities. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Responses to information collected are appropriate. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Data is entered into retrieval systems where required. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Enter data into retrieval systems 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. An understanding of the importance of using information in the work situation is demonstrated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Information is collected, organised and summarised from a variety of sources during daily working activities. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Responses to information collected are appropriate. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Data is entered into retrieval systems where required. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES 
    Indicators
    1. Explanations given are clear, drawing from learner's own work experience.
    2. Information is collected and used systematically, accurately and in a timely manner
    Understanding confirmed
    1. Respond to 'what if' and 'why' questions covering:
  • Purpose of collecting and using information in the workplace
  • Types of information
  • Information sources
  • Techniques for organising and summarising information
  • Appropriate responses to collected information within a particular work situation 
    		•


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    The assessment will be governed by the policies and guidelines of the MERSETA Education and Training Quality Assuror (ETQA) who has jurisdiction over this field of learning.
    The assessor will (at the very least) be accredited and have a technical qualification in this learning area.
    The learner can be assessed in the language of his/her choice although if s/he has to report incidents or conditions to some one else, s/he will be assessed on his/her ability to report in the language commonly used in the working environment.
    The learner will be assessed in the workplace or by simulation, but can submit documents, projects, test results and assignments that are not produced in the workplace or by the RPL process.
    The learner can be assessed against this unit standard to obtain credits or as part of an integrated assessment for a qualification. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    1. Purpose of:
  • Collecting and using information in the workplace

    2. Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties:
  • Types of information
  • Information sources

    3. Processes and events:
  • Impact of failing to collect and use appropriate information on the job at hand

    4. Procedures and techniques:
  • For organising and summarising information

    5. Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards:
  • Applicable company policies and procedures

    6. Relationships, systems:
  • Relationship between using information and effective work functioning 
    		•


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage myself and my activities:
  • To respond appropriately to information collected 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:
  • Collect and use information from a variety of sources 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:
  • Explain the relationship between using information and effective work function 
    		•

    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
    Core  57878   National Certificate: CNC Production Machining  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Core  49605   National Certificate: Environmental Practice  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  LG SETA 
    Core  57900   National Certificate: Printing and Manufacture of Packaging  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Core  59017   National Certificate: Tissue Conversion  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  FPMSETA 
    Core  50022   National Certificate: General Draughting  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CETA 
    Fundamental  21004   National Certificate: Automotive Component Manufacturing and Assembly  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-11-01  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  49773   National Certificate: Construction and Maintenance of Overhead Track Equipment  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  TETA 
    Fundamental  48473   National Certificate: Electrical Engineering  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-02-18  Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  23257   National Certificate: Industrial Rubber Manufacturing: Mixing OR Extruding OR Moulding OR Calendaring  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2011-02-16  MERSETA 
    Fundamental  21014   National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-11-01  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  49018   National Certificate: Metals Production  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-11-26  MERSETA 
    Fundamental  49450   National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Fundamental  20888   National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2005-06-12  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  21011   National Certificate: Power and telecommunication cable manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Fundamental  48800   National Certificate: Quality Checking and Finishing of Manufactured Tyres  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Fundamental  49068   National Certificate: Railway Signalling: Assembly and Wiring of Equipment  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  TETA 
    Fundamental  48793   National Certificate: Tyre and Tyre Component Manufacturing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  64709   National Certificate: Automotive Body Repair  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  49689   National Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2008-11-30  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  59689   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  23273   National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-06-25  MERSETA 
    Elective  22770   National Certificate: Mechatronics  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-07-29  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  67629   National Certificate: Mechatronics  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 
    Elective  64189   National Certificate: Metals Production  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  24455   National Certificate: Servicing Vehicles  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2005-11-30  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 


    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. A4 Consultancy CC 
    2. Amabamba Recruitment 
    3. AVAX SA 481 CC. T/A Mandisa Development Services 
    4. Buena Vista Learning Academy 
    5. Bull's Business and Skills Training Institute 
    6. Buscor 
    7. Buyisiwe Management Services (Pty) Ltd 
    8. Dee's Training (PTY) LTD 
    9. Edutraining Business College 
    10. Faranang Marketing 
    11. FINSCH DIAMOND MINE(PTY) LTD 
    12. Fire Protection Association of Southern Africa 
    13. Giamanje TVET College 
    14. Glentech Innovative Design Concepts 
    15. Growth Management Consulting 
    16. HDPSA 
    17. IMPALA PLATINUM SERVICES LTD 
    18. IQ Skills Academy (PTY) LTD. 
    19. Jobafrik Consulting 
    20. Josmap Training Institute 
    21. Kay Beez Development Projects 
    22. Limadi Industrial Projects 
    23. Makhuba Development Projects CC 
    24. Mamuhle Academy 
    25. MARS Business Consulting 
    26. Mazasa Management Consulting CC. 
    27. Mcebo Technologies 
    28. METSKILL PTY LTD 
    29. Mintirho Development Services 
    30. Mortarboard Training Solutions 
    31. Ndwamato Training Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    32. Networx for Career Development 
    33. Nkinane Trading Enterprise 
    34. NKQUBELA CONSULTING 
    35. Nokusho M Consulting and Trading 
    36. OMNI HR CONSULTING PTY LTD 
    37. PALABORA COPPER (PTY) LTD 
    38. Palesa Rail Academy 
    39. Paramount Training Academy 
    40. Pebetse Training and Consulting 
    41. Petra Institute of Development 
    42. PFIM Trading (Pty) Ltd 
    43. Phumelela Sisonke African Foundation 
    44. PMA Holdings (PTY ) LTD. 
    45. Progressive School of Business and Engineering (Pty) 
    46. Reflections Development Institute 
    47. RLSTP Training & Development (PTY) LTD. 
    48. Simmek Holdings 
    49. South African Corporate Training Association 
    50. South West Gauteng College - Central Office 
    51. Starplex 489 cc 
    52. Tachfin Holdings 
    53. Tasc Business Consulting and Training 
    54. Tembe Service Providers 
    55. Thando Consulting Services 
    56. Timothy Fasheun Group Enviromentors (Pty) Ltd 
    57. TLD Consulting 
    58. Tloumogale Business Development & Consulting 
    59. Transafric Consulting Pty Ltd 
    60. Umbuso Training Services 
    61. UNIVERSITY OF BUSINESS EXCELLENCE(PTY)LTD 
    62. University of Venda 
    63. Wildlife and Enviroment Society of South Africa 


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