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

Demonstrate understanding of liquid-solid and solid-solid separation processes 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
244074  Demonstrate understanding of liquid-solid and solid-solid separation processes 
ORIGINATOR
Chemical Industries SGB 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Engineering and Related Design 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  10 
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 
Learners who demonstrate competence as described in the outcomes of this unit standard will be able to understand liquid-solid and solid-solid separation equipment in a processing environment.

The qualifying learner is able to:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of filtration in process applications.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of density separation in process applications.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of electrically based separation process applications.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of solid-solid separation process applications. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this unit standard will have demonstrated competence against mathematical literacy and literacy at NQF Level 1 or equivalent. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The typical context of this unit standard includes any processing environment, for example chemical-, minerals- or beverage processing.

    Range statements, which are applicable to the unit standard titles, specific outcomes and assessment criteria are found beneath the applicable assessment criteria. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate an understanding of filtration in process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different types of filtration processes and their applications are described in accordance with specified requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The range of filtration processes includes drum filters, bag filters, disc filters, sand filters, activated carbon filters, filter presses and strainers.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The advantages and disadvantages of different filtration process types are explained in terms of process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Symbols used to indicate filtration processes are used in simple freehand drawings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Indicators and reasons for poor filtration performance are described in terms of process applications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The reasons include fouling of filtration medium, channeling, damage to filter medium.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Components of the filtration processes are identified in terms of process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Basic working principles of filtration processes are described in accordance with operational procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Demonstrate an understanding of density separation in process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different types of density separation processes and their applications are described in terms of process applications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The range of density separation processes includes centrifuges, cyclones, settling tanks, clarifiers, decanters and solids traps.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The advantages and disadvantages of different density separation process types are explained in terms of process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Symbols used to indicate density separation processes are used in simple freehand drawings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Indicators and reasons for poor equipment performance are identified and described in terms of process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Components of density separation processes are identified in terms of process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Basic working principles of density separation processes are described as applicable to process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Simple density separation process system configurations are sketched and explained in accordance with operational procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Configurations include primary, secondary and tertiary separation stages.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Demonstrate an understanding of electrically based separation process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different types of electrically based separation processes and their applications are described in accordance with specified requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The range of electrically based separation processes includes electrolytic cells and electrostatic precipitators.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The advantages and disadvantages of different electrically based separation process types are explained in terms of process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Symbols used to indicate electrically based separation processes are used in simple freehand drawings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Indicators and reasons for poor equipment performance are identified and described in terms of process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Components of electrically based separation processes are identified as applicable to process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Basic working principles of electrically based separation processes are described in accordance with operational procedures. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Demonstrate an understanding of solid-solid separation process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different types of solid-solid separation processes and their applications are described in accordance with specified requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The range of solid-solid separation processes includes vibrating screens and pressure screens.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The advantages and disadvantages of different solid-solid separation process types are explained in terms of process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Symbols used to indicate solid-solid separation processes are used in simple freehand drawings. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Indicators and reasons for poor equipment performance are identified and described in terms of process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Components of solid-solid separation processes are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Basic working principles of solid-solid separation processes are described as applicable to process applications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Simple solid-solid system configurations are sketched and explained in accordance with operational procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Configurations include primary, secondary and tertiary separation stages.
     


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An assessor, accredited with a relevant NQF 2 or higher qualification, will assess the learner's competency.
  • Only an assessor with considerable first hand experience in process operations will assess the learner's competency.
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this Unit Standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Direct observation in simulated or actual work conditions is required. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Qualifying learners understand and can:
  • Explain filtration in process applications.
  • Explain density separation in process applications.
  • Explain electrically based separation process applications.
  • Explain solid-solid separation process applications. 
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    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 identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made by:
  • Describing indicators and reasons for poor equipment performance.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    The learner is able to organise and manage himself and his activities responsibly and effectively by:
  • Explaining and sketching density separation process system configurations and simple solid-solid system configurations.
  • Describing the basic working principles of filtration processes, density separation processes, electrically based separation processes and solid-solid separation processes.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information by:
  • Identifying components of the filtration-, density separation-, electrically based separation- and solid-solid separation processes.
  • Identifying indicators and reasons for poor filtration- and equipment performance.

    Refer to the following Specific Outcome/s:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of filtration in process applications.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of density separation in process applications. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively by using mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations by:
  • Sketching a range of symbols used to indicate filtration processes, density separation processes, electrically based separation processes, and solid-solid separation processes.
  • Sketching simple density separation process system configurations and simple solid-solid system.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others by:
  • Explaining the use and purpose of liquid-solid and solid-solid separation equipment in a processing environment.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by:
  • Recognising that liquid solid separation processes do not exist in isolation.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large by:
  • Understanding the role of liquid-solid and solid-solid separation processes in a processing environment and the effect it has on the growth and development of the organisation, its customers and employees. 
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    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 
    Supplementary Information:

    Terms and definitions:
  • Standard operating procedures means the documented practice(s) defining the who, what, and when of quality activities.
  • Process means the manufacturing process where a product is manufactured using machinery and equipment with limited guidance or control from the learner.
  • Deviations are variations from a specified value or range of values that remain constant during normal operation.
  • Process and operating specifications means the measurements and indications of all variables monitored during operations including temperatures, pressures, speed, flow rates, power consumption, noise, vibration and visual indicators.
  • Changes are measurements and indications that may occur suddenly or over a period of time including changes within and beyond the limits specified in the (standard) operating instructions. 
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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  78527   National Certificate: Chemical Operations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Core  61929   National Certificate: Pulp and Paper Operations  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  FPMSETA 


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