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

Perform panchromatic development test 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
14267  Perform panchromatic development test 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Surveying 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction Physical Planning, Design and Management 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  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 
This unit standard has been developed for the surveying occupational area and is intended for persons who aim to achieve career advancement by gaining surveying skills leading to a qualification based on unit standards. A person who has successfully completed this unit standard is able to perform panchromatic development test.

A person credited with this unit standard is able to:
  • Prepare for panchromatic development test
  • Set the processor variables
  • Complete the work sequence in accordance with survey standards 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    NQF level 3 numeracy and literacy 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Range statements are included with specific outcomes as necessary. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Prepare for panchromatic development test. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Two test exposures are removed in accordance with standard operating procedures. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Test film is processed at estimated speed and temperature in accordance with task specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Desensitometer readings are taken in high and low light areas in accordance with standard operating procedures. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The step-wedge is exposed on the film with the sensitometer. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. Determine processor temperature and speed for desired gamma readings using graduation graphs. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Set the processor variables. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Processor temperature is set in accordance with manufacturers specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Processor development time is set in accordance with manufacturers specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Film is developed film in accordance with manufacturers specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Complete the work sequence in accordance with survey standards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Densitometer readings are compared with manufacturers specifications. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Step wedge is verified in accordance with task specifications. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Archival quality of film is verified in accordance with manufacturers specifications. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Residual fixer is checked for cleanliness in accordance with manufacturer's requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    1. Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
    2. Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or will assess this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA and registered with the FE / HE registrar.
    3. Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures.

    Therefore anyone wishing to be assessed against this unit standard may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Essential embedded knowledge is dealt with under the specific outcomes section where "Display KNOWLEDGE and UNDERSTANDING" is required. 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Solve problems - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • Processor temperature is set in accordance with manufacturers specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Processor development time is set in accordance with manufacturers specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Densitometer readings are compared with manufacturers specifications. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Archival quality of film is verified in accordance with manufacturers specifications. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Residual fixer is checked for cleanliness in accordance with manufacturer`s requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team/group/organisation or community - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • Film is developed film in accordance with manufacturers specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Densitometer readings are compared with manufacturers specifications. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • Film is developed film in accordance with manufacturers specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Densitometer readings are compared with manufacturers specifications. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, organise and critically evaluate information - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • Densitometer readings are compared with manufacturers specifications. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Step wedge is verified in accordance with task specifications. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Archival quality of film is verified in accordance with manufacturers specifications. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Residual fixer is checked for cleanliness in accordance with manufacturer`s requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematics and language skills in the modes of oral and written presentations - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • Two test exposures are removed in accordance with standard operating procedures. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained.
  • Test film is processed at estimated speed and temperature in accordance with task specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained.
  • Desensitometer readings are taken in high and low light areas in accordance with standard operating procedures. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained.
  • The step-wedge is exposed on the film with the sensitometer. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically (showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others) - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • Determine processor temperature and speed for desired gamma readings using graduation graphs. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained.
  • Processor temperature is set in accordance with manufacturers specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Processor development time is set in accordance with manufacturers specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Film is developed film in accordance with manufacturers specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained.
  • Residual fixer is checked for cleanliness in accordance with manufacturer`s requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are explained. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • Two test exposures are removed in accordance with standard operating procedures. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained.
  • Test film is processed at estimated speed and temperature in accordance with task specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained.
  • Desensitometer readings are taken in high and low light areas in accordance with standard operating procedures. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained.
  • The step-wedge is exposed on the film with the sensitometer. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full development of each learner and the social and economic development of society at large - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • Two test exposures are removed in accordance with standard operating procedures. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained.
  • Test film is processed at estimated speed and temperature in accordance with task specific requirements. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained.
  • Desensitometer readings are taken in high and low light areas in accordance with standard operating procedures. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained.
  • The step-wedge is exposed on the film with the sensitometer. The consequences of non-compliance are understood and explained. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    For an applicant to register as an assessor, the applicant needs:
  • A minimum of 2 (two) years` practical, relevant occupational experience
  • Declared competent in all the outcomes of the National Assessor Unit Standards as stipulated by SAQA
    Detailed documentary proof of educational qualification, practical training undergone, and experience gained by the applicant must be provided (Portfolio of Evidence). 
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    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Supplementary Information:

    The relevant information is contained in one or more of the following documents:
  • Training manuals
  • Survey Codes of Practice
  • Survey Instructions
  • Managerial Instructions
  • Professional Publications

    The appropriate sections are contained in one or more of the following documents:

    * Surface Surveying
  • Land Survey Act 8 of 1997 South African Professional and Technical Surveyor`s Act 40 of 1984

    * Occupational Health and Safety Act 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  20488   National Certificate: Photogrammetry Surveying  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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