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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD: |
Apply problem solving strategies |
SAQA US ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | |||
14927 | Apply problem solving strategies | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
SGB Information Systems and Technology | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | ||||
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FIELD | SUBFIELD | |||
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences | Information Technology and Computer Sciences | |||
ABET BAND | UNIT STANDARD TYPE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS |
Undefined | Regular-Fundamental | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | 4 |
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 |
This unit standard is intended:
People credited with this unit standard are able to: The performance of all elements is to a standard that allows for further learning in this area. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
The credit value of this unit is based on a person having prior knowledge and skills to:
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Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 |
Define and analyse the problem. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The definition ensures that the problem is examined and identified in terms of problem type, problem parameters, and possible causes |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The definition ensures that facts are collected to meet the problem requirements |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The analysis ensures that problem components are identified to determine possible courses of action |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The analysis ensures that the problem is analysed for cross-cultural implications |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 |
Evaluate solutions. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The evaluation identifies possible solutions to the problem by using a range of problem solving techniques |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Includes, but is not limited to: Brainstorming; Mapping; Computer Modelling; Observation; Questionnaires; Experiments. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The evaluation establishes criteria for evaluating solutions to match the type of problem |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Duration; Causes; Effects |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. Possible solutions are evaluated against established criteria |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 |
4. The evaluation ensures that solutions are selected to meet established criteria and problem requirements |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Time; Budget; Resources; Legislative requirements |
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 |
Implement the solution. |
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 |
1. The implementation ensures that solutions are trialed and/ or monitored for effectiveness of problem solution |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Duration; Implications; Effects |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 |
2. The implementation ensures that solutions are reviewed and modified, and practices are standardised where required |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE |
Practices; Systems; Procedures; Records |
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 |
3. The implementation ensures that stakeholders are consulted during implementation |
UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS |
The relevant Education and Training Quality Authority (ETQA) must accredit providers before they can offer programs of education and training assessed against unit standards
Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures. |
UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE |
1. Performance of all elements is to be carried out in accordance with organisation standards and procedures, unless otherwise stated. Organisation standards and procedures may cover: quality assurance, documentation, security, communication, health and safety, and personal behaviour. An example of the standards expected is the standards found in ISO 9000 Certified Organisations.
2. Performance of all elements complies with the laws of South Africa, especially with regard to copyright, privacy, health and safety, and consumer rights. 3. All activities must comply with any policies, procedures and requirements of the organisations involved, the ethical codes of relevant professional bodies and any relevant legislative and/ or regulatory requirements. 4. Performance of all elements is to be completed within the normal range of time and cost that would be expected in a professional environment (eg. In a commercial or government organisation). |
Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING |
Work effectively with others as a member of an organisation |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING |
Organise and manage him/her self and his/her activities responsibly and effectively |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING |
Collect, analyse, organise, and critically evaluate information |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE |
Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others |
UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING |
Contribute to his/her full personal development and the social and economic development of the society at large by being aware of the importance of: reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively, exploring education and career opportunities and developing entrepreneurial opportunities. |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
UNIT STANDARD NOTES |
Sub-Sub-Field: (Domain):Business and Organisational Communication |
QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: |
ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | STATUS | END DATE | PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY | |
Core | 65010 | National Certificate: Aviation Support Operations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2018-06-30 | TETA |
Core | 49627 | Further Education and Training Certificate: e Records Management | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2012-06-30 | |
Core | 78965 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Development | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MICTS |
Core | 78964 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Information Technology: Technical Support | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | MICTS |
Core | 66370 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Roof Truss Technology | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2015-06-30 | FPMSETA |
Core | 66789 | National Certificate: Environmental Management | Level 5 | NQF Level 05 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | LG SETA |
Fundamental | 24294 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Information Technology: Systems Development | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2010-01-23 | Was MICTS until Last Date for Achievement |
Fundamental | 24293 | National Certificate: Information Technology: Technical Support | Level 4 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2010-01-23 | Was MICTS until Last Date for Achievement |
Elective | 49129 | Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Management and Administration | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | SERVICES |
Elective | 58801 | Further Education and Training Certificate: Environmental Noise Practice | Level 4 | NQF Level 04 | Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
2015-06-30 | LG SETA |
Elective | 60652 | Professional Qualification: Management and Administration | Level 4 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual |
Elective | 61489 | National Certificate: Transport Operations | Level 5 | Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | TETA |
Elective | 49419 | National Diploma: Business Consulting Practice | Level 5 | NQF Level 05 | Reregistered | 2023-06-30 | SERVICES |
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. | Academy at Vaal Triangle (AVT |
3. | Academy of Training and Allied Services Pty Ltd |
4. | Acorser Corporate & Business Consulting t/a Acorser Academy |
5. | Advanced Assessments and Train |
6. | Affirmations Training |
7. | Afric Training Centre and Security Studies PTY LTD |
8. | Afrika Tikkun |
9. | Akadon Trading (Pty) Ltd |
10. | All Access Holdings |
11. | All Nation Group Five Trading and Projects |
12. | Alpha Business Consultants |
13. | Amadi Institute of Management And Technology (Pty) Ltd |
14. | Amilak Training Center |
15. | Angie Technologies |
16. | Answer The Call Skills ands En |
17. | APEXEA |
18. | Asiphokuhle Training and Research Institute |
19. | ATTI (Advanced Technonogy Training Institute) |
20. | ATTI IT SOLUTIONS (Bloemfontei |
21. | ATTI Kimberley |
22. | ATTI Nelspruit Pty Ltd |
23. | Atvance Institute (Pty) Ltd |
24. | Awona Technologies cc |
25. | AWRISE |
26. | Azania Academy |
27. | Bacom Computers |
28. | Balefile Trading and Services |
29. | Bantubanye Skills |
30. | Basadipele Skills Development and Training |
31. | Bavelile Consultants and Training Pty Ltd |
32. | BDCE (Pty) Ltd |
33. | Bells Technical College |
34. | Blue Ora Pty Ltd |
35. | Boland College |
36. | Bonitas Unversity College |
37. | Bophelo Tota ICT Driving Academy (Pty) Ltd |
38. | Brainwave Projects 1430 cc |
39. | BYTES PEOPLE SOLUTIONS (PTY) LTD |
40. | Cape Innovation Technology Initiative |
41. | Careers IT |
42. | Change Strategies Consulting Services CC |
43. | City College |
44. | Claas Illustration |
45. | Clean Heat Academy |
46. | College Africa Group (Pty) Ltd |
47. | COLUMBUS TECHNOLOGIES PTY LTD |
48. | Comfortable Tech |
49. | Commitech Consulting |
50. | Common Vision Young Specialist Trading cc |
51. | Competence computer and business management |
52. | Compus training institution |
53. | Cradle Stars Trading Enterprise |
54. | CSL Accountants |
55. | CTU Training Solutions |
56. | CYBAX SYSTEMS |
57. | CYBER-CITY IT SOLUTIONS |
58. | DAB Health Care Centre |
59. | DC Dynamic College of Commerce |
60. | Dee's Training (Pty) Ltd |
61. | Delight Computer Training |
62. | Dibana Business Consultants |
63. | DOGOODCIRCLE |
64. | DVG Media Training |
65. | DYNAMIC DNA (PTY) LTD |
66. | Dynamic Dyvention Trading and |
67. | EAST LONDON MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE |
68. | ED-U Options Academy |
69. | Edging Forward Training and Co |
70. | EHLANZENI TVET COLLEGE |
71. | Ekasi IT Solutions Centre |
72. | Ekurhuleni Artisans and Skills Training Centre Pty Ltd |
73. | Elchees Software Solutions |
74. | Elective Training Institute Enterprise CC |
75. | Embroser Solutions Pty Ltd |
76. | Epitome Villa (Pty)Ltd |
77. | Eshybrand Pty Ltd |
78. | EYETHU NATIONAL COMPUTER COLLEGE PTY LTD |
79. | Falcon Business Institute (Pty) Ltd |
80. | Finweb Business Consultancy |
81. | Forek Institute of Technology (Pty) Ltd |
82. | Foster-Melliar (Pty) Ltd |
83. | Four Stars Communication |
84. | Fourways Private College |
85. | Fullimput108 (Pty) Ltd |
86. | Future Africa Consulting t/a Future Africa Consulting & Training |
87. | Futurekids SA (Fochville) |
88. | Gabasega Consulting and Training Centre |
89. | Gauteng College of Engineering |
90. | GCABS |
91. | Genii Institute PTY LTD |
92. | Giant Alive Services |
93. | Gijima Holdings (Pty) Ltd |
94. | Global Institute for Capacity |
95. | Godisang Development |
96. | Gold Class Group |
97. | Green Skills Academy |
98. | Growth Management Consulting cc |
99. | Guest Resource Services |
100. | Gurandbuilt Management Development |
101. | HCLS HUMAN CAPITAL LEARNING SOLUTIONS |
102. | HILLCROSS BUSINESS SCHOOL (PTY |
103. | Hlanganani ICT (Pty) Ltd |
104. | Home of Compassion/Grace Ministries |
105. | HUAWEI Technologies Africa (PTY) LTD |
106. | iCollege College |
107. | Ikusasa Technology Solutions |
108. | Ikusasalethu Youth Development |
109. | iLearn Corporate Services PTY LTD |
110. | Impact Sourcing Academy - NPO |
111. | Inafrica General Trading Pty LTD |
112. | Information Technology Resource Centre |
113. | Ingomsotech Solutions and Trai |
114. | INSIGHTTECH COMMUNICATIONS Pty |
115. | Institutional Higher Education |
116. | intelliscient Technologies (Pty) Ltd |
117. | Isibuko Group Pty Ltd |
118. | Isivande Projects |
119. | ISOLVE BUSINESS SOLUTIONS PTY LTD |
120. | IT Academy |
121. | IT Labs Consulting |
122. | IT-HI-Q Training (PTY) Ltd |
123. | Ithemba IT Solution |
124. | ITI |
125. | Izwelethu Black Diamond |
126. | Jamela Resources Consulting |
127. | Jeppe College of Commerce and |
128. | Johsie Enertprise |
129. | Jonda Learning Academy |
130. | Josmap Training Institute |
131. | K Boneng Consulting Services P |
132. | Keep The Dream 285 |
133. | Kgolo Institute |
134. | King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College |
135. | Kingswood Academy |
136. | KMT Training and Business Solutions |
137. | KT Mobile Services |
138. | Kundani Trading |
139. | Kuyakhula Development Initiatives |
140. | KVR Training and Business Solutions |
141. | Lamus Training Academy |
142. | Lanseria International Airport Pty Ltd |
143. | Learnfast Training Solutions ( |
144. | LEPHAILA PRINTERS |
145. | Leseding Computer Systems |
146. | LETAGO DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING |
147. | LIMPOPO COMPUTER COLLEGE BK |
148. | LINKINGNOTES |
149. | Londimvelo Consultants |
150. | Loomee Group |
151. | LUPHINDI BUSINESS SOLUTIONS |
152. | Mabhala Consulting |
153. | Makaota Training Consultants |
154. | Makhophila Training |
155. | Makhuba Development Projects CC |
156. | Malope IT Solutions |
157. | Mamelodi Digital Centre cc |
158. | Mamuhle Academy |
159. | MANAGED OUTSOURCED TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS PTY LTD |
160. | Mash Computer Training |
161. | Masizakhe Leanerships cc |
162. | Matiwane Computer Networks (Pty) Ltd |
163. | MBOWA COLLEGE PTY LTD |
164. | McLennan and Associates (Pty) Ltd |
165. | Mentec Group PTY LTD |
166. | Metanoia Ratings PTY LTD |
167. | Mitek Industries SA ( Pty) Ltd |
168. | Mmanape Private Technical Coll |
169. | MMELA VILLAGE TECHNOLOGIES (PT |
170. | MML Consulting CC. |
171. | MND Training and Projects |
172. | Mogapi Education Group |
173. | Mohlaje Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
174. | MOKALENG IT |
175. | MORTERBOARD TRAINING SOLUTIONS |
176. | Mothusi Management Consultants |
177. | Moving Ahead Development Agenc |
178. | Mpande Technologies cc |
179. | Mufuka Business and Technical |
180. | MUHANGWENE DEVELOPMENT ENTERPRISE |
181. | Multi Tech College |
182. | Nape Angwato Trading |
183. | NBC Technologies |
184. | NCC - Vereeniging |
185. | Nchebeko Skills Consultancy (PTY) LTD |
186. | NEDTEX73 |
187. | Nemja Security and Projects Pty Ltd |
188. | New Trend Computers cc |
189. | NEWDAY UNITED NPC |
190. | Nkangala Skills Centre |
191. | Nkqubela Community Developers |
192. | Nolwazi Stem Education for The |
193. | Nonunu Projects |
194. | Ntandokazi Holdings Pty Ltd |
195. | Nyankwavi Inverstment |
196. | Nyathela Business College |
197. | Olrich Home of Technology |
198. | On the Ball College Pty ltd |
199. | OPELONG BUSINESS INSTITUTE (PT |
200. | Overcomers Training College (P |
201. | P and R Development and Training (Pty) Ltd |
202. | Petcon Capacity Building Solut |
203. | Pioneer Business Consulting |
204. | PLATINUM PEAK CONSULTING (PTY) LTD |
205. | Polokwane Technology Institute (Pty) Ltd |
206. | Poshido Training |
207. | Pretoria Technical College |
208. | Priha Projects Pty Ltd |
209. | Progressive School of Business |
210. | Progressive School of Business and Engineering (Pty) |
211. | Prophesy Training College (Pty) Ltd |
212. | PROSERV SA (PTY) LTD |
213. | QUALITATIVE INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS |
214. | QUARPHIX (PTY) LTD |
215. | Rand International Management and Training Consultants |
216. | Rand Training College |
217. | Rasinkhu Investment (Pty) Ltd |
218. | Reflections Development Institute |
219. | Resisa Logistics cc |
220. | Revival Technologies and Academy |
221. | Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology Pty Ltd |
222. | Rivoni Training N Communicatio |
223. | Rofane Consulting |
224. | Rostec Technical FET College (Pty) Ltd |
225. | SA College of Technology (PTY) |
226. | Sabile Human Resources Consult |
227. | SANDM IT TRAINING (PTY) LTD |
228. | Sebenzisanane Human Capital |
229. | Silulo Ulutho Technologies |
230. | Sivile Housing Association RSA |
231. | Sokwanya Trading (Pty) Ltd |
232. | South Africa Advanced Skills Institute(SAAI) |
233. | South African Business and Tec |
234. | Sparrow FET Enterprises (Pty) Ltd |
235. | Spears Business and Life Couch Consulting (Pty) Ltd |
236. | Spina Consultancy |
237. | SPLS Consultants (Pty) Ltd |
238. | Star Light Consulting |
239. | SUCCESS BUILDERS INTERNATIONAL CC |
240. | Success Christian Training Cen |
241. | Supreme ICT Consultants |
242. | Synergy Transformation Solutio |
243. | Taal-Net Training Institute |
244. | Talent Emporium Academy (PTY) Ltd |
245. | Tasc Business Consulting and Training |
246. | Tau Ya Mariri Consulting |
247. | TBL Empowerment Hub |
248. | Tech-Com Solutions cc |
249. | Techtisa (pty) Ltd |
250. | Terry Computer Services cc |
251. | The Finishing College (Pty) Lt |
252. | The Human Resource Practice |
253. | THE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT CORPORA |
254. | Think Tank T2 (Pty) Ltd |
255. | Thinking Mind Trading |
256. | Thubelihle Graduate Institute |
257. | Tinotel Communications |
258. | TIPP ACADEMY (PTY) LTD |
259. | Titan Trade Technologies |
260. | Tlou Foundation College |
261. | TORQUE TECHNICAL COMPUTER TRAINING PTY LTD |
262. | Transafric Consulting Pty Ltd |
263. | Tshiredo Training Academy |
264. | Tshwane College of Commerce an |
265. | Tsima Consulting Development S |
266. | TSP COLLEGE |
267. | Two Aces Learnerships |
268. | Ukwazi Academy and Corporate S |
269. | Urban Journey |
270. | Varsity Institute of Science & Technology (Pty)Ltd |
271. | Vastratech Pty) Ltd |
272. | Vicmat Consultants |
273. | Visionary Skill Academy |
274. | Vodacom (Pty) Ltd |
275. | VSS College (Pty) LTD |
276. | VUTHLARI MARKETING CONSULTING |
277. | Wavelengths Technology Training Institute |
278. | Wellinkwise Pty Ltd |
279. | Westrand Youth Development |
280. | Whitestone College |
281. | WORK SKILLS RESOURCES CC |
282. | Working Solution International |
283. | World Pace Development and Training Institute |
284. | Xylo Trading 12 (Pty) Ltd |
285. | YAB Business Solutions (Pty)Ltd |
286. | YITRO INNOVATIONS |
287. | Yonet Training Academy |
288. | Youth Media Movement |
289. | ZA WIT (PTY) LTD |
290. | Zikode Development Trust |
291. | ZJ Africa Learn |
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