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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Optimise the production process

SAQA US ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE
9894	Optimise the production process
ORIGINATOR
SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
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FIELD			SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology			Manufacturing and Assembly
ABET BAND	UNIT STANDARD TYPE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Undefined	Regular	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	24
REGISTRATION STATUS		REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE	SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		2004-12-02	2005-04-13	SAQA 1657/04
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2006-04-13		2009-04-13

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 is replaced by:

US ID	Unit Standard Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Credits	Replacement Status
119166	Optimise manufacturing processes	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	24

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD

Optimising the production process to improve operating efficiency and material and services usage.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

This unit standard has been designed as part of a progression. It is one of a series of unit standards for activities below, at and above this level. The credits assigned to it are based on the assumption that I am learning what is needed for this unit standard as part of my learning for a range of related unit standards at this level or below it.

If I have experience in these related activities but do not have credits for them, I can obtain credits by being assessed through a process that recognises prior learning.

If I do not have such experience of related activities, then my learning time will be increased. I can choose to be assessed and obtain credits against those other unit standards as I make progress towards the outcomes of this unit standard.

UNIT STANDARD RANGE

1. This means a series of operations including material preparation, material distribution, conversions of the materials, quality assurance and subsequent operation of the finished or semi-finished production, e.g. assembly, testing, conditioning, packing and despatch.
2. This means improving the efficiency of the plant and the process; it also means developing skills, effective use of resources and reducing overall cost; it requires testing the bounds of the unknown and finding new ways of creating improvement.

Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria:

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1

Analyse data to identify opportunities for improvement.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Raw and test data collected.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

Arranged to assist others to interpret it
3. Measurement units are indicated.
4. Options are viable, relevant and practical.
5. Plan is well structured.
6. Tests are conducted methodically and consistently.
7. Instructions to work group are clear and precise and their understanding of instructions is checked.
8. Work is focussed and carried out safely and with an eye on preserving health and the environment.
9. Results collected are accurate, comprehensive and arranged in such a way that the improvement or the lack of improvement is clear.
10. Sufficient time is allowed for the effects of adjustments to be fully realised - the process maintains a steady state and unexpected consequences are allowed to become evident.
Range: Data arranged to 'tell the story'

Understanding confirmed:

1. Explain, discuss and motivate aspects of data analysis, options, plan and results.
2. Explain and discuss scientific and mathematical principles and techniques used.
3. Explain and discuss statistical and graphic techniques used.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Data grouped and summarised; deviations, opportunities and problem areas highlighted.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Options listed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Optimisation plan recorded, indicating objective, steps, responsibilities, times and costs.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Action steps implemented by work group.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Adjustments to process recorded.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Operational procedures updated.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Reports available.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Data collected includes historical data, machine process data/records, product data, product specifications, test results, workgroup reports,

Data grouped and summarised includes trends, grouping/clustering of results, graphs, limits (e.g. highs, lows, averages), visual aides (e.g. charts, scatter grams)

Test options include discussions, research (e.g. check if others have tried this), simulations, obtaining opinions, running trials

Operating procedures include best practice, standard operating procedures, protocols

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2

Generate and test options to achieve improvement.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Raw and test data collected.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Data grouped and summarised; deviations, opportunities and problem areas highlighted.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Options listed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Optimisation plan recorded, indicating objective, steps, responsibilities, times and costs.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Action steps implemented by work group.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Adjustments to process recorded.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Operational procedures updated.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Reports available.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Data collected includes historical data, machine process data/records, product data, product specifications, test results, workgroup reports,

Data grouped and summarised includes trends, grouping/clustering of results, graphs, limits (e.g. highs, lows, averages), visual aides (e.g. charts, scatter grams)

Test options include discussions, research (e.g. check if others have tried this), simulations, obtaining opinions, running trials

Operating procedures include best practice, standard operating procedures, protocols

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3

Generate plan for optimisation.

OUTCOME NOTES

Make recommendations in a way that draws support for process improvement

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Raw and test data collected.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Data grouped and summarised; deviations, opportunities and problem areas highlighted.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Options listed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Optimisation plan recorded, indicating objective, steps, responsibilities, times and costs.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Action steps implemented by work group.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Adjustments to process recorded.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Operational procedures updated.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Reports available.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Data collected includes historical data, machine process data/records, product data, product specifications, test results, workgroup reports,

Data grouped and summarised includes trends, grouping/clustering of results, graphs, limits (e.g. highs, lows, averages), visual aides (e.g. charts, scatter grams)

Test options include discussions, research (e.g. check if others have tried this), simulations, obtaining opinions, running trials

Operating procedures include best practice, standard operating procedures, protocols

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4

Implement improved recommendations.

OUTCOME NOTES

Ensure all stakeholders understand their role in process improvement

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Raw and test data collected.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Data grouped and summarised; deviations, opportunities and problem areas highlighted.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Options listed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Optimisation plan recorded, indicating objective, steps, responsibilities, times and costs.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Action steps implemented by work group.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Adjustments to process recorded.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Operational procedures updated.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Reports available.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Data collected includes historical data, machine process data/records, product data, product specifications, test results, workgroup reports,

Data grouped and summarised includes trends, grouping/clustering of results, graphs, limits (e.g. highs, lows, averages), visual aides (e.g. charts, scatter grams)

Test options include discussions, research (e.g. check if others have tried this), simulations, obtaining opinions, running trials

Operating procedures include best practice, standard operating procedures, protocols

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5

Adjust and update operating procedures.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Raw and test data collected.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Data grouped and summarised; deviations, opportunities and problem areas highlighted.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Options listed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Optimisation plan recorded, indicating objective, steps, responsibilities, times and costs.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Action steps implemented by work group.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Adjustments to process recorded.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Operational procedures updated.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Reports available.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Data collected includes historical data, machine process data/records, product data, product specifications, test results, workgroup reports,

Data grouped and summarised includes trends, grouping/clustering of results, graphs, limits (e.g. highs, lows, averages), visual aides (e.g. charts, scatter grams)

Test options include discussions, research (e.g. check if others have tried this), simulations, obtaining opinions, running trials

Operating procedures include best practice, standard operating procedures, protocols

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6

Explain and discuss optimising issues with workgroup and other partners.

OUTCOME RANGE

Other partners includes suppliers of materials and equipment, experts, customers

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Raw and test data collected.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Data grouped and summarised; deviations, opportunities and problem areas highlighted.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Options listed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Optimisation plan recorded, indicating objective, steps, responsibilities, times and costs.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Action steps implemented by work group.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Adjustments to process recorded.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Operational procedures updated.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Reports available.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Data collected includes historical data, machine process data/records, product data, product specifications, test results, workgroup reports,

Data grouped and summarised includes trends, grouping/clustering of results, graphs, limits (e.g. highs, lows, averages), visual aides (e.g. charts, scatter grams)

Test options include discussions, research (e.g. check if others have tried this), simulations, obtaining opinions, running trials

Operating procedures include best practice, standard operating procedures, protocols

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7

Understand the impact and the interrelationship of changes on production quality and output.

OUTCOME NOTES

Understand the impact and the interrelationship of changes on production quality and output and production costs.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1

1. Raw and test data collected.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2

2. Data grouped and summarised; deviations, opportunities and problem areas highlighted.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3

3. Options listed.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4

4. Optimisation plan recorded, indicating objective, steps, responsibilities, times and costs.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5

5. Action steps implemented by work group.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6

6. Adjustments to process recorded.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7

7. Operational procedures updated.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8

8. Reports available.

ASSESSMENT CRITERION NOTES

Indicators:

1. Data gathering and analysis tools and techniques properly applied
2. Data is:

Comprehensive

Organised logically and systematically

Stored in an accessible way

ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE

Data collected includes historical data, machine process data/records, product data, product specifications, test results, workgroup reports,

Data grouped and summarised includes trends, grouping/clustering of results, graphs, limits (e.g. highs, lows, averages), visual aides (e.g. charts, scatter grams)

Test options include discussions, research (e.g. check if others have tried this), simulations, obtaining opinions, running trials

Operating procedures include best practice, standard operating procedures, protocols

UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS

My assessment will be governed by the policies and guidelines of the MERSETA Education and Training Quality Assurer who has jurisdiction over this field of learning. My assessor will (at the very least) be accredited and have a technical qualification in this learning area.

I can be assessed in the language of my choice although if I have to report incidents or conditions to someone else, I will be assessed on my ability to report in the language commonly used in my working environment.

I will be assessed in the workplace but I can submit documents, projects, test results and assignments that were not produced in the workplace.

I can be assessed against this unit standard to obtain credits or as part of an integrated assessment for a qualification.

UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE

Names & functions of:

Impact of changes

Sequence of actions

Attributes, descriptions, characteristics & properties:

Analysis and research techniques

Methods of collecting, analysing, organising, summarising and presenting data

Methods of testing solution options

Methods for limiting the effects of specific variables

Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards

Reviewing and adjusting standards and operating procedures

Theory: rules, principles, laws

Statistical concepts (sum, average, differences, deviations, trends)

Scientific principles and techniques

Relevant mathematics and statistics

Relevant engineering principles

Relationships, systems:

Cost/benefit, performance benefit

Safety, health and environmental impacts

Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO):

UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING

Identify and solve problems:

Identify opportunities for improvement in a complex process with several interrelated variables

UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING

Work effectively with others:

Inform, motivate and implement changes to procedure and practice (improved performance)

UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING

Organise and manage myself and my activities:

Develop and implement plans to generate improvement

Work methodically and systematically

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:

Collect, analyse and organise data to identify trends and deviations

UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING

Communicate effectively:

Explain, discuss and motivate change

Explain and discuss performance

UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE

Use science and technology effectively and critically:

Use data representation and manipulation

Use a methodical, scientific approach

UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING

Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:

Identify and allow for the effects of change on all aspects of the system

Balance improvements across the needs of all stakeholders

UNIT STANDARD NOTES

This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 119166, which is 'Optimise plastics manufacturing processes', Level 5, 24 credits.

QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD:

	ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	STATUS	END DATE	PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
Core	22773	National Certificate: Mechatronics	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"	2011-02-16	Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement
Core	20891	National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"	2005-04-13	Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement

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.

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