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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: |
Build timber frame walls |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
14886 | Build timber frame walls | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Building Construction | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction | Building Construction | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 8 |
REGISTRATION STATUS | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | |
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 |
Learners' who are assessed as competent against this unit standard will be able to build, connect, clad and erect timber frame walls and install appropriate insulation where required, in accordance with the design and construction methods specified in working drawings for houses of a basic design ensuring that the applicable National Building standards, health and safety regulations and prescribed time frames are adhered to.
The competencies contained in this unit standard will provide Community House Builders with an area of specialisation that will lead to the development of enhanced skills and knowledge amongst professional Community House Builders who are able to offer alternative construction methods to meet a wider range of needs and purposes of potential home builders within the community. It should result in improved quality and service delivery in community house building. The contribution to The National Skills Development Strategy is the key developmental interface between Learners' and new competencies to be achieved. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
NQF Level 1 (ABET Level 4) numeracy and literacy competencies |
UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
The competencies specified in this unit standard are applicable to the construction of single storey houses that are rectangular in shape and it is within this context that the learner is required to demonstrate competent performance.
Competence must be demonstrated using bolts and screws to secure wall components to each other. |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Determine single wall size, size of timber frame components and layout. |
OUTCOME NOTES |
Determine single wall size, size of timber frame components and layout from drawing specifications, including windows and door frames. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Size of the single wall is accurately determined in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Size of timber frame components is accurately determined. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Windows and doors are positioned in accordance with specified requirements. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Prepare working platform, identify and select appropriate tools, equipment and materials. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. A level working platform is prepared to the size of the walls. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Appropriate tools, equipment and materials are selected. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Cut, layout and fix timber frame to size. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Timber lengths are cut in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Appropriate fixing material is selected. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Timber frame is laid out and securely fixed in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. Provision is made for walls to remain safe and secure against wind forces. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Protect and treat timber against rot. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Timber is treated with appropriate material to prevent rot. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. An appropriate structural design is considered to protect timber against water and damp. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Fit exterior and interior cladding. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Appropriate exterior and interior cladding and fixing materials are selected. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Exterior and interior cladding is securely fitted in accordance with specified requirements. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 |
Select and install insulation. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Appropriate insulation material is selected. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Insulation is installed in accordance with specified requirements. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 |
Erect and connect single wall components. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The level of the foundation (slab) is checked and is in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Damp proof course is applied in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Appropriate fixing materials are selected. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. Wall components are securely connected to each other. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
5. Wall components are securely bolted to foundation (slab). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
6. Wall components are plumb and level. |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
Understand and explain:
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UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME |
N/A |
UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES |
N/A |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING |
Identify and solve problems and make decisions using critical and creative thinking:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING |
Communicate effectively using visual, symbolic, and/or language skills in various modes:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environments and the health of others:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING |
Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation:
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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 | 24273 | National Certificate: Community House Building | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | CETA |
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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2. | Artisan Development Academy |
3. | Assured Vocational Skills Institute |
4. | Aveng Grinaker -LTA Civil Engineering |
5. | Better Best Agri Development |
6. | Big Tree Group |
7. | Blacken Security Services |
8. | BOLAND COLLEGE (Paarl) |
9. | Builders Training Centre |
10. | Capricorn FET College - Central Office |
11. | CBM Training |
12. | Centre For Economic Participation |
13. | College of Cape Town (City Campus) |
14. | Construction Resource Development College |
15. | Desto |
16. | Eastcape Training Centre |
17. | EDUCATORY ELECTRO SERVICES |
18. | Edzani Community Development and Consultancy |
19. | Ekurhuleni Artisans and Skills Training Pty Ltd |
20. | Ekurhuleni East College For TVET |
21. | Ergo-Maphelong Institute |
22. | F& O Deliveries |
23. | False Bay College |
24. | Forek Institute of Technology |
25. | Furniture World Training Centre |
26. | Gert Sibande TVET College |
27. | Goldfields FET College |
28. | Hlaniki Investment Holdings |
29. | In Touch Community Development & Project Managers |
30. | Josmap Training Institute |
31. | Kamofatso Construction and Academy |
32. | KIM People Development |
33. | KING HINTSA TVET College |
34. | L S Nkosi CC |
35. | Lerumo La Setshaba |
36. | Macsen Construction & Projects |
37. | Maesela Phaladi Investment and Construction PTY LTD |
38. | Mahumani Empowerment Servives Centre |
39. | Majuba TVET College |
40. | Mnambithi TVET College |
41. | Mohlaje Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
42. | Mopani South East FET College - Central Office |
43. | Mothusi Management Consultants |
44. | MPUMALANGA REGIONAL TRAINING TRUST |
45. | Mthoms Trading |
46. | Namuntlha Training and Development (Pty)Ltd |
47. | NEMJA SECURITY AND PROJECTS CC |
48. | NIRVANA BUSINESS SOLUTION CONSTRUCTION |
49. | Nokuthula Dube & Associates |
50. | Nomagwanishe Investments cc |
51. | NOMASOJABULA TRAINING CENTRE |
52. | Northern Cape Rural TVET College |
53. | Northlink TVET College |
54. | NSINGWENI CONSULTING (PTY) LTD |
55. | Othandweni Training Centre |
56. | PALABORA FOUNDATION |
57. | Perfect Solution Project and Consultancy |
58. | PMA Holdings (PTY ) LTD. |
59. | Primeserv Corporate Solutions |
60. | PROMINENT EMZANSI PROJECTS |
61. | Protech Training (Pty) Ltd |
62. | Qualfurn Training & Projects (Pty) Ltd |
63. | Reflections Development Institute |
64. | Rural Development Trust |
65. | Sakhisizwe Development Training |
66. | Sejamo Construction and Training |
67. | SESANA PROJECTS |
68. | SETHIKE TRADING |
69. | SISHEN IRON ORE COMPANY (PTY) LTD |
70. | Sivile Housing Association RSA |
71. | SIYAFUNDA BUSINESS SYSTEM |
72. | Sonani Training and Communications |
73. | St Anthonys Education Centre |
74. | STEVENEL TRAINING CONSTRUCTION AND CIVIL |
75. | Thabomeleng |
76. | Thaleba Promotions and Events Management |
77. | Thekweni TVET College |
78. | Thembifundo Ikusasa Lakho |
79. | Tius Consultants |
80. | Tovani Traiding 299 |
81. | Training Force (Pty) Ltd |
82. | TSEBO SECHABA CONSULTING |
83. | TSK Projects |
84. | Umfolozi FET College |
85. | Umgungundlovu FET College |
86. | Umnotho We Afrika Foundation |
87. | VSL GENERAL TRADING CC |
88. | Vuselela TVET College |
89. | WAL TRAINING |
90. | West Coast TVET College |
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. |