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

Use shipboard meteorological instruments on a fishing vessel 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
264880  Use shipboard meteorological instruments on a fishing vessel 
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  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
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 will be able to explain the weather patterns and terminology. They will also be able to use shipboard meteorological instruments and identify the various sources of local weather information.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Explaining weather terminology.
  • Describing cold fronts and depressions.
  • Describing local seasonal weather and sea conditions.
  • Using shipboard meteorological instruments.
  • Identifying the various sources of local weather information. 
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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. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The following scope and context applies to the whole unit standard:
  • This unit standard involves the basic competence in weather forecasting required by a sea going vessel. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Explain weather terminology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The term/concept of wind is explained according to the international weather definition. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The Beaufort Scale of wind force is described and used to estimate the strength of the wind and its direction. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The method of estimating the strength of the wind and its direction is explained and demonstrated from the appearance of the sea surface. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Precipitation, rain, drizzle, hail, snow and sleet are defined with practical examples of each. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Fog, mist and haze are defined and their affects on visibility explained with examples which will affect shipping. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Methods of estimating the visibility at sea by day and by night are described and the limitations of the methods are described with shipping specific examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The ten basic cloud types are pointed out, named and the basic conditions under which they occur explained with examples. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Describing cold fronts and depressions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The stages in the life cycle of a polar front depression in the southern hemisphere and the usual movement of the front are described with examples and using the appropriate terminology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The weather experienced during the passage of a cold front in the southern hemisphere is described with the aid of a diagram. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    A family of depressions is described according to international definitions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Describing local seasonal weather and sea conditions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The currents and seasonal weather patterns on the South African coast are described with sector specific examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The formation and occurrence of abnormal waves is described on the eastern seaboard of South Africa. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The local winds are described with examples of their causes. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Using shipboard meteorological instruments. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The basic principle of an aneroid barometer is explained with shipping specific examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The function of a hygrometer is explained according to manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The basic principles of wind sensors are explained with examples of their use and application for ships. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The ordinary readings of wind speed are explained and recorded in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The process of reading the atmospheric pressure from an aneroid barometer is explained and demonstrated to the nearest millibar. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The process of reading the temperature from a thermometer (wet and dry bulb) is explained and demonstrated to the nearest whole degree. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Identifying the various sources of local weather information. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The sources of weather information are identified in terms of their availability to local shipping. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The type of information provided by each of the sources of weather information available to local shipping is explained with examples specific to local shipping. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The appropriate local weather bulletins and their contents are identified and explained with shipping specific examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Services provided for local weather information are identified and the type of information provided explained, with examples of local storm warnings. 


    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 
    Weather and the changes that occur from day to day and from one season to another. 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems related to the use of shipboard meteorological instruments on a fishing vessel. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others to establish the appropriate weather situation for vessels at sea. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities in a way so as to respond to weather situations as and when required. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information pertaining to weather affecting weather at sea. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology to establish the weather situation. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate the world as a set of related systems where the poor identification of the weather situation can have a negative impact on the vessel and crew. 

    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 
    Definition of Terms:

    Terms have been clarified as far as possible through the use of range statements. Further clarification of terms is provided as follows:
  • SAMSA: South African Maritime Safety Authority. This body is responsible for issuing certificates of competence at all levels in terms of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations, 1999. 
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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
    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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