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

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
-  
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
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 
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 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the CETA - ETQA, for this unit standard.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the CETA - ETQA.
  • CETA - ETQA is responsible for moderation of learner achievements for Learners' who meet the requirements of this qualification. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Understand and explain:
  • Timber properties
  • Tools, equipment and fixing materials
  • Properties of exterior and interior cladding materials
  • Insulation material properties
  • Impact of insulation on health and the environment
  • Impact of wind loading (suction and pressure) on light timber frame houses
  • Timber framework tolerances
  • Timber preservatives
  • Occupational Health and Safety Regulation
  • National Building Regulations 
    		•

    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:
  • Compare the advantages and disadvantages of timber frame work to brick walls when discussing the range of building methods with potential home builders within the community 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community:
  • Co-operate with concrete workers to ensure that the size of the concrete slab and the size of the timber frame walls correspond and that the slab is level 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information:
  • Read and interpret specifications to accurately determine the layout of windows and doors
  • Read and interpret specifications to accurately determine the size of the timber frames 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, symbolic, and/or language skills in various modes:
  • Communicate in a clear and comprehensive manner when giving concrete workers information so that the size of the concrete slab when laid, is in accordance with specified dimensions 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environments and the health of others:
  • The impact of insulation on health and the environment
  • Sustainability of building material i.e. Timber is sustainable whereas producing concrete uses energy 
    		•

    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:
  • Wall components must be securely connected to each other so that they do not collapse when erected
  • Wall components are securely fixed to the foundation slab to prevent them from lifting as a result of wind force 
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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  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "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.
     
    1. ALLINA FRANCIS (SA) 
    2. Assured Vocational Skills Institute 
    3. Aveng Grinaker -LTA Civil Engineering 
    4. Better Best Agri Development 
    5. Big Tree Group 
    6. BOLAND COLLEGE (Paarl) 
    7. Bright Storm Projects 
    8. Capricorn FET College - Central Office 
    9. Capstone 1260CC 
    10. CBM Training (Pty) Ltd 
    11. Construction Resource Development College 
    12. Eden Island Trading 632 
    13. EDUCATORY ELECTRO SERVICES 
    14. Ekurhuleni Artisans and Skills Training Pty Ltd 
    15. Ekurhuleni East College For TVET 
    16. Goldfields FET College 
    17. GONNAFELA LETLOLE ACADEMY 
    18. In Touch Community Development & Project Managers 
    19. Madzahisi College 
    20. Mahumani Empowerment Servives Centre 
    21. Majuba TVET College 
    22. Mavco Engineering 
    23. Mnambithi TVET College 
    24. Motheo Academy PTY LTD 
    25. MPUMALANGA REGIONAL TRAINING TRUST 
    26. Mthoms Trading 
    27. Namuntlha Training and Development (Pty)Ltd 
    28. Nkosingiphe Inkazimulo Trading and Projects (PTY) LTD 
    29. Northlink TVET College 
    30. Othandweni Training Centre 
    31. P & F Business Enterprise 
    32. PALABORA FOUNDATION 
    33. Primeserv Corporate Solutions (Pty) Ltd 
    34. Protech Training (Pty) Ltd 
    35. Qualfurn Training & Projects (Pty) Ltd 
    36. Reflections Development Institute 
    37. RESISA LOGISTICS (Ltd) Pty 
    38. RUTHEKHO TRAINING ACADEMY (PTY) LTD 
    39. Sakhisizwe Development Training 
    40. Sonani Training and Communications 
    41. St Anthonys Education Centre 
    42. Thabomeleng 
    43. Thembifundo Ikusasa Lakho 
    44. Tovani Traiding 299 
    45. Training Force (Pty) Ltd 
    46. TSEBO SECHABA CONSULTING 
    47. TSK Projects(PTY)LTD 
    48. Umfolozi FET College 
    49. Umgungundlovu FET College 
    50. VSL GENERAL TRADING CC 
    51. Vuselela TVET College 
    52. WAL TRAINING 
    53. 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.