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REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Use algebraic notation, conventions and terminology to solve problems

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
7453	Use algebraic notation, conventions and terminology to solve problems
ORIGINATOR
SGB Math. Literacy Mathematics and Math Sciences
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences			Mathematical Sciences
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
ABET Level 4	Regular-Fundamental	Level 1	NQF Level 01	3
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

People credited with this unit standard are able to:

Form and use algebraic equations and inequalities to represent and solve practical and abstract problems;
Manipulate algebraic expressions to find equivalent forms; and
Select and use algebraic formulae to solve problems.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

The following learning at ABET Numeracy level 4 is assumed to be in place:

Describe and represent relationships in a variety of contexts using simple algebraic expressions and/or equations.

UNIT STANDARD OUTCOME HEADER

Form and use algebraic equations and inequalities

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Form and use algebraic equations and inequalities to represent and solve problems.

OUTCOME RANGE

Simple linear equations and inequalities.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. The problem is represented completely through equations or inequalities, which are consistent with the problem.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. The concepts of equations and inequalities are explained.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Situations requiring the use of equations as opposed to inequalities, and vice versa, are identified.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Algebraic rotation, conventions and terminology are used correctly.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. The solution is correct in terms of the problem context.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. The solution is verified through substitution or other verification processes.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Manipulate algebraic expressions to find equivalent forms.

OUTCOME RANGE

Common factors, products and grouping using associative, distributive and commutative properties.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. The manipulated form is equivalent to the original form.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

The original expression is manipulated to achieve at least two different forms.

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Select and use algebraic formulae to solve problems.

OUTCOME RANGE

Substitution into any formula, solve for one variable, supplied formulae from any context.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. The correct formula is selected in terms of the problem context.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. The formula is applied correctly to obtain a valid solution.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Units are used correctly.

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve mathematical problems using algebraic notation, conventions and terminology in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate algebraic notations, conventions and terminology to solve problems.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate mathematical symbols effectively.

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Understand the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.

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
Fundamental	23114	Basic Certificate: Early Childhood Development	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2009-01-10	ETDP SETA
Fundamental	49753	General Education and Training Certificate: General Technical Practice	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	EWSETA
Fundamental	24296	National Certificate: Construction: Installation of Floor Coverings	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2023-06-30	CETA
Fundamental	22977	National Certificate: Construction: Roadworks	Level 1	NQF Level 01	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2005-12-04	CETA

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.	Centre for Creative Education/Iziko La Bantu Be Afrika NPC
2.	Compass Academy of Learning
3.	KGWEBISWANO SUPPLIES & SERVICES
4.	Rhodes University