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

Implement a data collection plan 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
116312  Implement a data collection plan 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Primary Agriculture 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation Primary Agriculture 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  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
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

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 learner achieving this unit standard will be able to implement a data collection plan in the agricultural sector. S/he will be able to effectively analyse, interpret and evaluate agricultural data and be able to communicate findings accurately. In addition to this, the learner will be able to recognise, interpret and report on a range of deviations in data collection processes.

Learners will be well positioned to extend their learning and practice into other areas of information management and dissemination in the agricultural sector. Competent learners will understand the value of accurate data collection to the agricultural sector and be able to implement best practices in the area of information gathering.

Learners will understand the importance of the application of business principles in agricultural production with specific reference to information systems and technology.

They will be able to operate farming practices as businesses and will gain the knowledge and skills to move from a subsistence orientation to an economic orientation in agriculture. Farmers will gain the knowledge and skills to access mainstream agriculture through a business-oriented approach to agriculture. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
It is assumed that a learner attempting this unit standard will demonstrate competence against unit standard
  • NQF 3: Supervise the Collection of Agricultural Data. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Range statements are neither comprehensive nor necessarily appropriate to all contexts. Alternatives must however be comparable in scope and complexity. These are only as a general guide to scope and complexity of what is required. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Interpret a data collection plan. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The range of data outlined in the data collection plan is explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A schedule for data collection is created. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The appropriate methods for collection are identified. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Data scheduling takes the scheduled activities of the enterprise into account. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Possible dates that clash with other scheduled events are identified and alternative plans made. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Implement a data collection plan. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Data collection is done at the scheduled times. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Data is collated promptly according to the data collection plan. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Gaps and/or irregularities in data collection methods are identified and reported. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Interpret and analyse collected data. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    All relevant data related to agriculture and agricultural experiments and/or research. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Methods of analysing and interpreting data are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Data is analysed and interpreted. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Data is checked for accuracy and problems rectified. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Present collated data coherently. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Various methods of data presentation are explained. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The most appropriate methods of data presentation are selected. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Data is presented accurately. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The findings of the report are clearly stated. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    The assessment of qualifying learners against this standard should meet the requirements of established assessment principles.

    It will be necessary to develop assessment activities and tools, which are appropriate to the contexts in which the qualifying learners are working. These activities and tools may include an appropriate combination of self-assessment and peer assessment, formative and summative assessment, portfolios and observations etc.

    The assessment should ensure that al the specific outcomes; critical cross-field outcomes and essential embedded knowledge are assessed.

    The specific outcomes must be assessed through observation of performance. Supporting evidence should be used to prove competence of specific outcomes only when they are not clearly seen in the actual performance.

    Essential embedded knowledge must be assessed in its own right, through oral or written evidence and cannot be assessed only by being observed.

    The specific outcomes and essential embedded knowledge must be assessed in relation to each other. If a qualifying learner is able to explain the essential embedded knowledge but is unable to perform the specific outcomes, they should not be assessed as competent. Similarly, if a qualifying learner is able to perform the specific outcomes but is unable to explain or justify their performance in terms of the essential embedded knowledge, then they should not be assessed as competent.

    Evidence of the specified critical cross-field outcomes should be found both in performance and in the essential embedded knowledge.

    Performance of specific outcomes must actively affirm target groups of qualifying learners not, unfairly discriminate against them. Qualifying learners should be able to justify their performance in terms of these values.
  • 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 overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The person is able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of:
  • Different methods of data collection.
  • Selection and application of data collecting methods.
  • Analysing and evaluating of collected data for problem identification and decision-making.
  • Methods of analysing and interpreting data.
  • Report writing. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Problem solving relates to all specific outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Teamwork relates to all specific outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Self-organisation and management relates to all specific outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Information evaluation relates to all specific outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communication relates to all specific outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology relates to all specific outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Inter-relatedness of systems relates to all specific outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Self-development relates to all specific outcomes. 

    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
    Fundamental  58350   Further Education and Training Certificate: Perishable Produce Exportation  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Fundamental  48979   National Certificate: Animal Production  Level 4  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Fundamental  49009   National Certificate: Plant Production  Level 4  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 


    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. Anama Business Solutions Pty Ltd 
    2. Balemi Consulting Pty Ltd 
    3. Boikgantsho Consulting & Events 
    4. Cedara College of Agriculture 
    5. ELSENBURG AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE 
    6. Funda Lula Pty Ltd 
    7. Heedmorine Training 
    8. KayDee Project Management Cc 
    9. Leruo ke Matla Training and Enterprise Development Services 
    10. Lynnette and Peter Zwane Foundation NPC 
    11. Machanguza Trading and Projects Pty Ltd 
    12. Maishamalema Development Training 
    13. Mananthatshema Skills Dev. Centre 
    14. Matotomana Training & General Trading 
    15. Mogaladi Business Enterprise 
    16. Morwa Agri-development cc 
    17. Mthashana FET College - Vryheid Campus 
    18. Mvelo Consultant 
    19. National Institute For The Deaf - NID 
    20. Nyanisi Development Institute Pty Ltd 
    21. Resource Consulting Services (PTY) Ltd 
    22. Sekhukhune FET College - Central Office 
    23. Selipha Trading (Pty) Ltd 
    24. Setlakala Business Development 
    25. Suidwes Beleggings Eiendoms Beperk 
    26. The Skills Development Hub (Pty) Ltd 
    27. TPN Training and Recruitment cc 
    28. Tripple R Training Provider 
    29. Vari Holdings (Pty)Ltd 
    30. Westco Agri Training 


    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.