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

Maintain data in a computer system 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
7792  Maintain data in a computer system 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Hospitality,Tourism,Travel, Leisure and Gaming 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  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 
The learner should be able to capture and maintain data in a computer system. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
None 

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

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
Protect the computer against damage. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. The protection of computer equipment and data against damage are explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. Equipment and data are safe-guarded against damage. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
Create back ups and maintain confidentiality and security of data in accordance with organisational requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. The procedure of creating back ups from data is explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. The importance of creating regular back ups is explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. Back-ups are made according to organisational requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. The security and confidentiality of data are maintained according to organisational procedures. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. Confidential information as according to the workplace is described. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
Provide feedback by entering and saving data. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. The computer is switched on and information being accessed in accordance with the manufacturer's specification and organisational requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. Data and text are correctly entered and necessary reference codes generated. 
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
Range: Data: addition of data, modification of data, deletion of data.
 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. Errors are identified and corrections made in accordance with organisational requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. Data is regularly saved to avoid loss of information. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
5. Files are closed and programmes exited according to organisational requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
6. Details are promptly and accurately reported and reasons for any delay are provided. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
7. An alternative method of storing or retrieving data when the computer system is not functioning or if the power supply is disrupted is described. 

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
Retrieve data after it has been entered and saved. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
1. Different search methods for finding data are described and the use thereof explained. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
2. The system reference codes are described and used in capturing and retrieving data. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
3. The retrieval procedures and the importance thereof are explained according to organisational requirements. 

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
4. Requested data is located and retrieved within specified time limits. 


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 must be registered with the FE/HE Registrar.

3. Any institution wishing to receive skill development grants must be accredited with the relevant ETQA. Such an institution will also be registered with the relevant SETA.

4. Moderation of assessment will be done by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 

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


Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
Use science and technology effectively - relates to specific outcomes. 

REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
Recommendations and Exemplars for the design of:

Learning / Curriculum
This unit deals with the skills and knowledge required to locate and retrieve data from a computer. The computer system and the software programs will vary depending on the organisation.
  • Learning should include daily practice on the computer locating and retrieving data.
  • The learner should familiarise him/ her self with the organisational retrieval procedures as well as the system reference codes.
  • Special emphasis should be placed on the learner`s ability to retrieve data within the designated time frames.
  • A portfolio of evidence could be collected of copies of data that the learner has located and retrieved from the computer system. Information on the system reference codes should be included. Any other relevant information could be added to the portfolio of evidence.
  • Special emphasis should be placed on the learner`s ability to accurately enter and amend data within designated time frames.
  • Learners could explore possible dangers to computers and computer data (example: viruses, lightening, food & drink, not backing up data etc.). Recommendations for avoiding these dangers could be written up as a report and presented to the IT manager.
  • A portfolio of evidence could be collected of copies of data which the learner has entered, saved, modified etc. in the computer system. 
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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  14117   National Certificate: Gaming Cashiering  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-09-17  Was CATHSSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  49056   National Certificate: Domestic Appliance Repair  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  EWSETA 
    Fundamental  20419   National Certificate: Electrical Engineering  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2004-02-10  Was EWSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Fundamental  14120   National Certificate: Gaming (Slots Operations)  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2008-09-17  Was CATHSSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  14110   National Certificate: Accommodation Services  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CATHSSETA 
    Elective  78524   National Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 
    Elective  14114   National Certificate: Dealing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2010-01-23  Was CATHSSETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  14115   National Certificate: Fast Food Services  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CATHSSETA 


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