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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: |
Set out, excavate, cast concrete strip foundations, build foundation walling and cast concrete slabs |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
14895 | Set out, excavate, cast concrete strip foundations, build foundation walling and cast concrete slabs | |||
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 | 6 |
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 set out, excavate and cast concrete strip foundations and build foundation walling onto which a concrete slab is cast 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 complement the other building competencies that make up this qualification and will contribute to the development of professional Community House Builders who are able to use science and technology in a responsible and cost effective manner. These competencies 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. The successful completion of this unit standard will provide Learners` with access to the National Certificate in Construction Masonry - NQF Level 3. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
NQF Level 1 (ABET Level 4) Literacy and Numeracy competencies
"Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications" |
UNIT STANDARD RANGE |
The competencies specified in this unit standard are applicable to the construction of houses that are rectangular in shape and it is within this context that the learner is required to demonstrate competent performance.
Methods for levelling ground, foundations and slabs include the use of a dumpy and spirit level. Methods for setting out buildings and foundations include the application of the Pythagoras Theorem. Methods for erecting and securing setting out measurements include batter board and sight rail. Placement of DPC membrane includes under slab and on top of foundation walling. |
Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Prepare the work area and select, use and maintain tools, equipment and materials. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Appropriate tools, equipment and materials are selected. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Tools and equipment are functional. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Safety procedures are adhered to. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Prepare site and set out building foundations. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. All debris is cleared and the building site is levelled. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. A batter board is erected in accordance with specifications. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Foundation lines are accurately transferred to the ground. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. Safety procedures are adhered to. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Excavate foundation trenches, evaluate and report on soil conditions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Trenches are excavated in accordance with specified dimensions and building regulations. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Precautions are taken for soft and hard spots and trenches are free of surface water. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Work is completed within the allocated time frame. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. Safety procedures are adhered to. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 |
Install level pegs for top of concrete foundations including step foundations where required. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Difference in levels in step foundation is equal to number of courses. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Pegs are installed level and to the correct height. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Work is completed within the allocated time frame. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. Safety procedures are adhered to. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 |
Mix, cast and level concrete and introduce steps. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Correct masonry bond and mortar ratios are applied. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Concrete is levelled to the tops of the level pegs and reinforcement is installed where required. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Work is completed within the allocated time frame. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. Safety procedures are adhered to. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 |
Build and finish foundation walls up to damp proof course. |
OUTCOME NOTES |
Build and finish foundation walls up to damp proof course using supplied masonry units and mortar materials. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Joints are grouted where specified. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Future services are provided for. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Foundation wall is built on centre of strip footing. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. Cavity/cores are filled to DPC level for foundation walling of cavity construction where specified and where hollow masonry units are used. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
5. Height and thickness of foundation walls complies to SABS 0400 standard. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
6. Fill is placed and compacted in layers not exceeding 200mm. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 |
7. Work is completed within the allocated time frame. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 |
8. Safety procedures are adhered to. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 |
Fill and consolidate and install under floor DPC and cast ground floor concrete slabs. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. DPC membrane is installed in accordance with specified requirements (under slab and on top of foundation walling). |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Work is completed within the allocated time frame. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Safety procedures are adhered to. |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 8 |
Cast reinforced concrete slab. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. Ground is levelled. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. Gravel is spread and compacted in accordance with specified dimensions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Concrete formwork is installed in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. Construction steel is installed in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 |
5. Concrete is mixed, cast and compacted to the specified level. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 |
6. Concrete is cured in accordance with specified requirements. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 |
7. Work is completed within the allocated time frame. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 |
8. Safety procedures are adhered to. |
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 members of a team, group, organisation and community:
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UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage your activities responsibly and effectively:
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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 CCFO CONTRIBUTING |
Reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively:
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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 | |
Core | 24273 | National Certificate: Community House Building | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | CETA |
Elective | 48642 | General Education and Training Certificate Housing: Housing Consumer Education | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2009-05-13 | Was CETA until Last Date for Achievement |
Elective | 65969 | General Education and Training Certificate: Human Settlements Development | Level 1 | NQF Level 01 | 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. | 17 Shaft Training |
2. | Abakholwe Community Developers (Pty) Ltd |
3. | Amagema Development and Social Consultants |
4. | Amber Tower Training |
5. | Artisan Development Academy |
6. | Assured Vocational Skills Institute |
7. | Aveng Grinaker -LTA Civil Engineering |
8. | Better Best Agri Development |
9. | BH Training and Consulting (Pty) Ltd |
10. | Big Tree Group |
11. | Blacken Security Services |
12. | Bokgoni Training And Development |
13. | BOLAND COLLEGE (Paarl) |
14. | Border Kei Training Trust |
15. | Builders Training Centre |
16. | Capricorn FET College - Central Office |
17. | CBM Training |
18. | CENTRE FOR CAREER GUIDANCE AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CC |
19. | Centre For Economic Participation |
20. | Coega Development Corporation (Pty) Ltd |
21. | College of Cape Town (City Campus) |
22. | Construction Resource Development College |
23. | Desto |
24. | Eastcape Training Centre |
25. | EDUCATORY ELECTRO SERVICES |
26. | Edzani Community Development and Consultancy |
27. | Ekurhuleni Artisans and Skills Training Pty Ltd |
28. | Ekurhuleni East College For TVET |
29. | Elangeni College for FET - Central Office |
30. | Elata Management Consultants |
31. | Ergo-Maphelong Institute |
32. | Esayidi TVET College |
33. | ETS Emergency Training Solutions (PTY) LTD |
34. | False Bay College |
35. | Forek Institute of Technology |
36. | Furniture World Training Centre |
37. | Gabasega Consulting and Training Centre |
38. | Gert Sibande TVET College |
39. | Godisang Development |
40. | Goitsebasadi Construction Project |
41. | Goldfields FET College |
42. | GREATER ELDOS IMAGES OF PEACE |
43. | Hlaniki Investment Holdings |
44. | Ifodo Skills Enterprise (Pty) Ltd |
45. | Ikasa Consultancy Enterprise |
46. | Ikhwezi Training Institute (Pty) Ltd |
47. | In Excess Traiding 22 (Pty) ltd |
48. | In Touch Community Development & Project Managers |
49. | INDUSTRIES EDUCATION & TRAINING INSTITUTE |
50. | IQHAYIYA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Legacy) |
51. | Josmap Training Institute |
52. | Kamofatso Construction and Academy |
53. | KIM People Development |
54. | KING HINTSA TVET College |
55. | L S Nkosi CC |
56. | Leps Training Consultants |
57. | Macsen Construction & Projects |
58. | Maesela Phaladi Investment and Construction PTY LTD |
59. | Mahumani Empowerment Servives Centre |
60. | Majuba TVET College |
61. | Mangaung Artisan Developers and Projects |
62. | Microzone Training CC |
63. | Mnambithi TVET College |
64. | MOGOLO ACADEMY - ENKELBULT |
65. | Mopani South East FET College - Central Office |
66. | Motheo TVET College |
67. | Mothusi Management Consultants |
68. | Mpilende Training and Technology Solutions |
69. | MPUMALANGA REGIONAL TRAINING TRUST |
70. | Mthoms Trading |
71. | Namuntlha Training and Development (Pty)Ltd |
72. | NEMJA SECURITY AND PROJECTS CC |
73. | Nkomaba Trading and Projects |
74. | Nokuthula Dube & Associates |
75. | NOLOSHA |
76. | Nomagwanishe Investments cc |
77. | NOMASOJABULA TRAINING CENTRE |
78. | Northern Cape Rural TVET College |
79. | Northlink TVET College |
80. | Novi General Services |
81. | NSINGWENI CONSULTING (PTY) LTD |
82. | ONE4ALL TRAINING ACADEMY (PTY) LTD |
83. | Orbit FET College - Central Office |
84. | PALABORA FOUNDATION |
85. | Palale Construction and Projects |
86. | Pat Sesfikile Trading CC |
87. | Perfect Solution Project and Consultancy |
88. | PMA Holdings (PTY ) LTD. |
89. | Primeserv Corporate Solutions |
90. | PROMINENT EMZANSI PROJECTS |
91. | Protech Training (Pty) Ltd |
92. | Qualfurn Training & Projects (Pty) Ltd |
93. | RCS Academy |
94. | Reata Services (Pty) Ltd |
95. | Rural Development Trust |
96. | Sakhisizwe Development Training |
97. | Sejamo Construction and Training |
98. | SETHIKE TRADING |
99. | SISHEN IRON ORE COMPANY (PTY) LTD |
100. | Sivile Housing Association RSA |
101. | SIYAFUNDA BUSINESS SYSTEM |
102. | Somvi General Services |
103. | Sphola Consulting CC |
104. | St Anthonys Education Centre |
105. | STEP AHEAD BUSINESS TRAINING |
106. | STEVENEL TRAINING CONSTRUCTION AND CIVIL |
107. | Thabomeleng |
108. | Thaleba Promotions and Events Management |
109. | Thekweni TVET College |
110. | Thembifundo Ikusasa Lakho |
111. | Tius Consultants |
112. | Tjeka Training Matters Pty Ltd |
113. | Tlhogi''s Consulting and Projects |
114. | Tommy Phiri Labour Relations and Training Services |
115. | Tovani Traiding 299 |
116. | Training Force (Pty) Ltd |
117. | TSEBO SECHABA CONSULTING |
118. | Tshwane North College for FET - Central Office |
119. | TSK Projects |
120. | Ubucubu Home Industries |
121. | Umfolozi FET College |
122. | Umgungundlovu FET College |
123. | Umnotho We Afrika Foundation |
124. | Vizz Tech Printers |
125. | VSL GENERAL TRADING CC |
126. | Vuselela TVET College |
127. | WAL TRAINING |
128. | 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. |