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

Cut, form and shape sheet metal 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
264889  Cut, form and shape sheet metal 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Maritime Operations 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Transport, Operations and Logistics 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  8 
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 
The person credited with this unit standard is able to perform basic sheet metal work in terms of fabricating the sheet metal to specification as required to conduct repairs and/or maintenance activities.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Selecting the appropriate sheet metal.
  • Cutting sheet metal.
  • Forming/Bending sheet metal.
  • Finishing the item to specification.
  • Keeping the workplace safe and productive. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 2 or equivalent.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2 or equivalent. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Select the appropriate sheet metal. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Types of sheet metal are described in terms of properties and application for different purposes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The effect of cutting and forming are explained in terms of the effect on the properties of the sheet metal. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    End product specifications are accurately determined from drawings and requests. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The range includes, but not limited to material length, diameter and strength, and angles and shapes.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Material lists and specifications are compiled in accordance with the required end product specifications. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Cut sheet metal. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The appropriate cutting method is selected and the selection explained in terms of end product requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Safety equipment is selected and used in accordance with standard workplace instructions. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The range of safety equipment may include but is not limited to safety boots, gloves, eye protection, overalls, leather apron and safety screens.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Material is prepared for cutting according to workplace procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The preparation may include but is not limited to measuring and marking for cutting, securing the material and set up and safety checks.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Cutting equipment is prepared in accordance with standard workplace instructions. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The preparation may include but is not limited to the selection of correct equipment for the task (hot and cold cutting process) and set up and safety checks.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The material is cut to the desired dimension in terms of end product requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Form/Bend sheet metal. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The appropriate forming or bending method is selected and explained in terms of end product requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Safety equipment is selected and used in accordance with standard workplace instructions. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Range of safety equipment may include but is not limited to safety boots, gloves, eye protection, overalls, and leather aprons.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Material is prepared for forming/bending in terms of end product requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Preparation may include but is not limited to measuring and marking for forming or bending.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The required jigs are selected and prepared for forming/bending according to operational specification of equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Forming/Bending equipment is prepared in accordance with operational specification of equipment. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Preparation may include but is not limited to the selection of correct equipment for the task (hot and cold bending or forming process) and set up and safety checks.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The material is secured to prevent movement during forming/bending according to operational specification of equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The material is formed or bent to the desired shape and dimension in terms of end product requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Finish the item to specification. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The item is inspected and deviations from specification are accurately determined in terms of end product requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Corrections are made to ensure that the item is finished to specification. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The material is finished off to remove sharp edges and stress raisers in terms of end product requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Keep the workplace safe and productive. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Occupational safety, health and environmental protection measures are adhered to as provided for by workplace policies and procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Occupational safety, health and environmental protection measures may include but are not limited to measures to protect the person and other employees from personal injury and health risks(eyes, ears, lungs, feet, body, head); prevention of contamination of the environment; functionality and safety of tools and equipment; use of and compliances to warning signs and symbols and compliance with demarcated areas.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Workshop administration and documentation are completed in accordance with standard workplace instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Housekeeping duties are performed in accordance with standard workplace procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Housekeeping procedures may include but are not limited to keeping the work area neat and organised and disposing of and/or recycling waste.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    End of task duties are performed in accordance with standard workplace instructions. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    The end of task duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Cleaning of tools and equipment.
  • Reporting unsafe or dysfunctional tools and equipment.
  • Storage of tools and equipment.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Reporting is carried in terms of workplace instructions. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Reporting may include but are not limited to following the correct channels, acting within levels of authority and adhering to delegated decision making powers.
     


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Properties and uses of different types of sheet metal.
  • Material lists and specifications.
  • The effect of cutting, forming and shaping on sheet metal.
  • Cutting, forming and shaping methods and techniques. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems pertaining to the effects of cutting, forming and shaping on different types of materials, the selection of equipment and the interpreting of instructions and drawings. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities when preparing for the task at hand. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information in terms of measuring the material and the requirements of the job to be completed. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively when completing administrative tasks and reporting. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology when using a range of tools and equipment and for reporting. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where the use and suitability of the materials and equipment can have either a positive or negative impact on the outcome of the work performed. 

    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 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  67329   National Certificate: Inshore Maritime Operations  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  TETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.