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

Apply knowledge and understanding of structural material in the roofing industry 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
263795  Apply knowledge and understanding of structural material in the roofing industry 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Forestry 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation Forestry and Wood Technology 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  6 
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 
People credited with this unit are able to demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics and properties of material used for structural design in roofing. Competent learners are able to:
  • Name and describe the different materials used in roofing.
  • Identify the structural properties and non-compliance of timber and steel.
  • Identify the structural connectors and their application.
  • Differentiate between the advantages and disadvantages of the different structural materials.
  • Identify the specification criteria. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3.

    Recognition of Prior Learning:

    Persons who are able to demonstrate workplace experience comparable or equivalent to the competence requirements of the unit standard will be given credit, in line with assessment processes. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Describe the different materials used in roofing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Materials are described in terms of their strengths and weaknesses for a given use in roofing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Timber and steel that is suitable for roofing are visually identified from a range of available materials. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Identify the structural properties and non-compliance of timber and steel. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Roofing material is identified in terms of grade and size. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Timber for structural design is identified and categorised into suitable and unsuitable categorie. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Unsuitable timber includes:
  • Black Cross, cup, twist, bow, spring, warp, wan.
     
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Timber grading is described in terms of the methods used and types of timber that can be graded. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Timber grading is identified from specific grade markings. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Identify the structural connectors and their application. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The use of connections are differentiated for different forces. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The required hangers are identified to suit truss reactions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The purpose of structural connectors is described in terms of the function performed in maintaining structural strength. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Alternate methods of providing connections are described in terms of their strengths and weaknesses. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Differentiate between the advantages and disadvantages of the different structural materials. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The use of timber in structures is described in terms of advantages and disadvantages. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The use of steel in structures is described in terms of advantages and disadvantages. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The most suitable structural material is identified for a given roofing situation. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Identify the specification criteria. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Criteria required are identified from relevant SANS Tables. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Specifications for protection of timber are identified and described in terms of the application and benefit. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Specifications for protection of steel are identified and described in terms of the application and benefit. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a candidate 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 must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines and the agreed ETQA procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Knowledge considered critical to the successful achievement of this unit is covered in the specific outcomes and assessment criteria. 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify different structural material used in the roofing industry and use in a compliant manner. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others and in teams. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise information about the different material and critically evaluate information on the proper use of each in context. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Understand the world as a set of inter-related parts of a system. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    To register as an assessor, an applicant needs:
  • Detailed documentary proof of educational qualification, practical training undergone, and experience gained by the applicant (Portfolio of Evidence).
  • A recognised assessor qualification.

    In particular, assessors should assess that the learner demonstrates an ability to consider a range of options by:
  • Measuring the quality of the observed practical performance as well as the theory and underpinning knowledge.
  • Using methods that are varied to allow the learner to display thinking and decision making in the demonstration of practical performance.
  • Maintaining a balance between practical performance and theoretical assessment methods to ensure each is measured in accordance with the level of the qualification.
  • Taking into account that the relationship between practical and theoretical is not fixed but varies according to the type and level of qualification. 
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    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    The Outcomes that Learners achieve will be judged subject to these being achieved:
  • Within the standard time prescribed by the organisation.
  • Strictly according to the organisation`s work place procedures.

    Values:
  • The use of tasks and materials in the learning event plan should not discriminate against learners on any grounds prescribed in the Bill of Rights and Employment Equity Act and should promote the orientations outlined in the critical cross-field outcomes. 
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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  66370   Further Education and Training Certificate: Roof Truss Technology  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2015-06-30  FPMSETA 


    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. Mitek Industries SA ( Pty) Ltd 


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