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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
Determine the mineral content of a mining unit applying elementary evaluation techniques |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
11118 | Determine the mineral content of a mining unit applying elementary evaluation techniques | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Mining and Minerals | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Fabrication and Extraction | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
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 |
This unit standard will be useful to people who are responsible for determining the mineral content of a mining unit applying elementary evaluation techniques such as arithmetic averaging.
People credited with this unit standard are able to |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
The credit calculation is based on the assumption that learners are already competent in terms of the following outcomes or areas of learning when starting to learn towards this unit standard:
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UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
Specific range statements are provided in the body of the unit standard where they apply to particular specific outcomes or assessment criteria. |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Demonstrate knowledge of mineral evaluation principles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The description and explanation of the sampling terminology is clear and accurate. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
The descriptions and explanations must include reference to the following:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The description and explanation of the geological terminology is clear and accurate. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
The descriptions and explanations must include reference to the following:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The explanation of the methods and procedures for determining areas and volumes is consistent with documented best practice and specified requirements. Use of terminology is clear and accurate. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
The explanation of regular vs. irregular shapes |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The explanation of the effects of mineral loss and dilutions on content calculations is clear, accurate and consistent with mineral evaluation principles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
The explanations must make reference to:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
5. The importance of the correct determination of the mineral content is explained with reference to panel profitability. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Determine mineral content of a mining panel. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The collection and verification of base data is accurate and consistent with evaluation principles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Range: |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The calculation of mineral content is accurate and consistent with evaluation principles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Factors affecting the accuracy of the result are identified and dealt with in accordance with specified requirements. The consequences of non-compliance and their effect on the evaluation result are explained. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
The effect of the following factors must be explained:
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ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The verification of the calculated results confirms understanding and is in accordance with best evaluation principles. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
5. Specified reporting requirements are met. |
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 accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA. 3. Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines and the agreed ETQA procedures. |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
Essential embedded knowledge will be assessed through assessment of the specific outcomes in terms of the stipulated assessment criteria. Candidates are unlikely to achieve all the specific outcomes, to the standards described in the assessment criteria, without knowledge of the listed embedded knowledge. This means that for the most part, the possession or lack of the knowledge can be directly inferred from the quality of the candidate`s performance. Where direct assessment of knowledge is required, assessment criteria have been included in the body of the unit standard.
The following embedded knowledge is addressed in an integrated way in the unit standard: |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
The following critical cross-field outcomes are addressed in this unit standard:
1.1 Identify and solve problems and make decisions using critical and creative thinking. Note: The ability of the candidate to identify sub-standard and hazardous conditions, assess and take appropriate action. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
1.2 Work effectively with others as members of a team, group, organisation or community.
Note: The ability and willingness of the candidate to accept and interpret work instructions correctly. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
1.3 Organise and manage themselves and their activities responsibly and effectively.
Note: The ability of the candidate to indicate what methods, tools and personal protective equipment is required and communicate to fellow workers his / her intentions and assistance required. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
1.4 Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
Note: The ability of the candidate to reconcile the information from visual and physical examinations and constantly evaluate the changing situation. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
1.5 Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and / or language skills in the modes of oral and / or written presentations.
Note: The appropriate communication with the relevant personnel with regard to the reporting of hazards and sub-standard conditions will indicate his / her proficiency in effective communication. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
1.6 Use science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
Note: The correct use of scientific nomenclature and technological knowledge will indicate that the candidate is proficient in the use of science and technology. |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
1.7 Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
Note: The ability of the candidate to identify and refer anomalous behaviour to a specialist confirms understanding that a specific observation, inference, action or decision can have a devastating effect. |
UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA |
Assessors should keep the following principles in mind when designing and conducting assessments against this unit standard:
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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 | |
Core | 65549 | National Certificate: Mining Technical Support | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MQA |
Core | 77963 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Mining/Exploration Geology | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2023-06-30 | MQA |
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. | CADDIS TRADING CC |
2. | PALABORA COPPER (PTY) LTD |
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