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

Apply basic photogrammetric compilation principles for map production 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
14274  Apply basic photogrammetric compilation principles for map production 
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 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  6 
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
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

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 apply basic photogrammetric compilation principles for map production.

A person credited with this unit standard is able to:
  • Demonstrate knowledge related to the preparatory tasks for photogrammetric compilation
  • Demonstrate knowledge related to the compilation of spot heights and contours
  • Demonstrate knowledge associated with the compilation of detail
  • Demonstrate knowledge related to edge matching when compiling a map or model.
  • Compile a thematic plan or map using a manual or digital process. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    NQF level 4, and numeracy and literacy that will facilitate better understanding and proficiency in this unit standard. The ability to interpret photographic detail from aerial photography for annotation purposes and obtain information from a plan will facilitate better understanding and proficiency in this unit standard. 

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

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate knowledge related to the preparatory tasks for photogrammetric compilation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The basic principles of the different tasks done in preparation for photogrammetric compilation are understood and explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    i) Planning.
    ii) Photography.
    iii) Ground control (Pre and post photography).
    iv) Annotation.
    v) Machine control.
    vi) Compilation.
    vii) Quality tests.
    viii) Different stereoplotters (Manual and digital).
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The preparation of a compilation manuscript is understood and explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    i) Checking of grids and scale.
    ii) Plotting of photogrammetric control.
    iii) Adjoining sheets/models.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The preparation of the photographs is understood and explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    i) Annotated photographs, diapositives, and enlargements.
    ii) Details of field control and any other information.
    iii) Marking of working area on photographs.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The basic construction of aerial cameras pertaining to compilation is understood and explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    i) Focal length.
    ii) Lens cone.
    iii) Film spooling.
    iv) Camera mounts.
    v) Filters.
    vi) Information projected on photograph.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. The setting up of a stereomodel on a stereoplotter is understood and explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    i) Inner, Relative, Absolute Orientation
    ii) Basic stereoplotter construction and stereoplotter operation (manual and digital)
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    6. Other methods of compilation are understood and explained, such as utilising softcopy photogrammetric systems and monoplotters. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Demonstrate knowledge related to the compilation of spot heights and contours. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Principles associated with the selecting, placing and spacing of spot heights in strategic positions are understood and explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Principles associated with the construction of contours using a stereoplotter are understood and explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The ability of photogrammetric softcopy systems to obtain elevation data is understood and explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Demonstrate knowledge associated with the compilation of detail. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The amount and type of detail to be shown on the manuscript is understood and explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    i) Detail related to scale of map
    ii) Use of map (Map themes)
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Map specific symbols for thematic mapping used to represent detail on the manuscript are understood and explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Demonstrate knowledge related to edge matching when compiling a map or model. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The importance of edge matching between maps/models is understood and explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    i) The edge matching of contours.
    ii) The edge matching of detail.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Compile a thematic plan or map using a manual or digital process. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Compilation of a map using a manual or digital process must be completed to specification is demonstrated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    i) Compilation of detail on a hardcopy of a rectified photograph (orthophoto) or via a digital process is demonstrated.
    ii) Basic contour generation by interpretation of spot heights on a plan or map or digital workstation is demonstrated.
    iii) Edge matching between maps/models is demonstrated.
     


    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 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.
    (i) A basic understanding of stereoplotter construction, stereoplotter operation (manual and digital) and stereoplotter restitution (Inner, Relative, Absolute Orientation)
    (ii) A basic understanding of co-ordinate systems (Gauss Conform projection (Lo system) and mathematical), photogrammetric control and photogrammetric annotation. 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Solve problems - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • Compilation of a map using a manual or digital process must be completed to specification is demonstrated. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • The basic principles of the different tasks done in preparation for photogrammetric compilation are understood and explained.
  • The preparation of a compilation manuscript is understood and explained.
  • The preparation of the photographs is understood and explained.
  • Principles associated with the selecting, placing and spacing of spot heights in strategic positions are understood and explained.
  • The amount and type of detail to be shown on the manuscript is understood and explained.
  • Compilation of a map using a manual or digital process must be completed to specification is demonstrated. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, organise and critically evaluate information - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • The preparation of a compilation manuscript is understood and explained.
  • The preparation of the photographs is understood and explained.
  • The setting up of a stereomodel on a stereoplotter is understood and explained.
  • Principles associated with the selecting, placing and spacing of spot heights in strategic positions are understood and explained.
  • Principles associated with the construction of contours using a stereoplotter are understood and explained.
  • Compilation of a map using a manual or digital process must be completed to specification is demonstrated. 
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    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:
  • The amount and type of detail to be shown on the manuscript is understood and explained.
  • Map specific symbols for thematic mapping used to represent detail on the manuscript are understood and explained.
  • Compilation of a map using a manual or digital process must be completed to specification is demonstrated. 
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    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:
  • Other methods of compilation are understood and explained, such as utilising softcopy photogrammetric systems and monoplotters.
  • The ability of photogrammetric softcopy systems to obtain elevation data is understood and explained.
  • The amount and type of detail to be shown on the manuscript is understood and explained.
  • Map specific symbols for thematic mapping used to represent detail on the manuscript are understood and explained.
  • The importance of edge matching between maps/models is understood and explained.
  • Compilation of a map using a manual or digital process must be completed to specification is demonstrated. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems - refer to the following assessment criteria:
  • Other methods of compilation are understood and explained, such as utilising softcopy photogrammetric systems and monoplotters.
  • The amount and type of detail to be shown on the manuscript is understood and explained.
  • The importance of edge matching between maps/models is understood and explained.
  • Compilation of a map using a manual or digital process must be completed to specification is demonstrated. 
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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:
  • Other methods of compilation are understood and explained, such as utilising softcopy photogrammetric systems and monoplotters.
  • The ability of photogrammetric softcopy systems to obtain elevation data is understood and explained.
  • The amount and type of detail to be shown on the manuscript is understood and explained.
  • Map specific symbols for thematic mapping used to represent detail on the manuscript are understood and explained.
  • The importance of edge matching between maps/models is understood and explained.
  • Compilation of a map using a manual or digital process must be completed to specification is demonstrated. 
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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

    Manual - detail compilation can be demonstrated on a hardcopy of an orthophoto map or rectified photograph, should no software be available for the learner to show digital compilation. The essence of the outcome is for the learner to be able to demonstrate an understanding and ability of doing compilation, irrespective of the medium used for the compilation. 
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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
    Fundamental  49063   National Certificate: Geographical Information Sciences  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CETA 
    Elective  58784   National Diploma: Geospatial Image Analysis  Level 5  NQF Level 05  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2020-07-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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