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Curriculum Document

Curriculum Code Curriculum Title

132302000 National Occupational Qualification: Construction Contractor

Document Status Date

Final Draft for Final Industry Verification 06 July 2012

Development

Quality Partner

Name E-mail Phone Logo

Victor Smith [email protected] 031 266 7070

mailto:[email protected]

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TABLE OF CONTENT

SECTION 1: CURRICULUM OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................... 6

1 NOPF Information .................................................................................................................................. 6

1.1 Occupational Cluster ............................................................................................................................. 6

1.2 Occupational Field ................................................................................................................................. 6

2 Occupational Information ..................................................................................................................... 6

2.1 Related Occupation ............................................................................................................................... 6

2.2 Occupation or Specialisation Addressed by this Curriculum ................................................................. 6

2.3 Alternative Titles used by Industry ........................................................................................................ 6

3 Curriculum Information ......................................................................................................................... 6

3.1 Relation of this Curriculum to the Occupation and Occupational Progression .................................... 6

3.2 Curriculum Structure ............................................................................................................................. 7

3.3 International Comparability .................................................................................................................. 8

3.4 Entry Requirements ............................................................................................................................. 12

4 Assessment Quality Partner Information ............................................................................................ 12

5. Modules of Employable Skills (MES) ................................................................................................... 12

SECTION 2: OCCUPATIONAL PROFILE ................................................................................................... 13

Occupational Purpose ...................................................................................................................................... 13

Occupational Tasks ........................................................................................................................................... 13

Occupational Task Details................................................................................................................................. 13

Task 1: Developing and reviewing a construction contracting business strategy (NQF Level 5). ................... 13

Unique Product or Service: ............................................................................................................................... 13

Occupational Responsibilities: .......................................................................................................................... 13

Occupational Contexts: ..................................................................................................................................... 13

Task 2: Conducting business planning for construction contracting (NQF Level 5). ....................................... 13



Develop management systems for a construction contracting business......................................................... 14


Task 3: Managing the execution of building and civil construction projects (NQF Level 5). ........................... 14



Manage a building and civil construction project ............................................................................................ 14


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SECTION 3: CURRICULUM COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 15

SECTION 3A: SUBJECT SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................. 15

List of Subject Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 15

Specification for Knowledge Subject 1: 132302000: Construction Contracting Theory (NQF Level: 4) Credits:16

1.1 Related Knowledge Subject Code and Title ...................................................................................... 16

1.2 Purpose of the Knowledge Subject ................................................................................................... 16

1.3 Topic Guidelines ................................................................................................................................ 16

1.4 Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module ..................................................................... 23

1.5 Critical Topics to be Assessed Externally for the Subject .................................................................. 23

1.6 Exemptions ........................................................................................................................................ 23

SECTION 3B: PRACTICAL SKILLS MODULE SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................... 24

List of Practical Skills Module Specifications .................................................................................................. 24

Practical Skill Module Specification 1: 132302000_PS_01: Analyse the construction environment and determine implications for building and civil construction company .............................................................. 25

(NQF Level: 5) Credits: 7 ................................................................................................................................... 25

1.1 Purpose of the Practical Skill Module ............................................................................................... 25

1.2 Guidelines for Practical Skills ............................................................................................................ 25


1.4 Critical Practical Activities to be Assessed Externally for the Module .............................................. 27

1.5 Exemptions ........................................................................................................................................ 27

Practical Skill Module Specification 2: 132302000_PS_02: Develop and review the construction contracting strategic plan (NQF Level: 5) Credits: 7 ............................................................................................................ 28





1.5 Exemptions ........................................................................................................................................ 30

Practical Skill Module Specification 3: 132302000_PS_03: Develop a business plan for a construction contracting business (NQF: 5) Credits: 9 .......................................................................................................... 32





1.5 Exemptions ........................................................................................................................................ 34





1.5 Exemptions ........................................................................................................................................ 38

Practical Skill Module Specification 5: 132302000_PS_05: Managing the execution of building and civil construction projects (NQF Level 5) Credit 7 ................................................................................................... 39

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1.5 Exemptions ........................................................................................................................................ 42

SECTION 3C: WORK EXPERIENCE MODULE SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 44

List of Work Experience Module Specifications ............................................................................................... 44

Work Experience Module Specification 1: 132302000_WE_01: Strategic planning processes for building and civil construction (NQF Level: 5) Credits: 10..................................................................................................... 45

1.1 Purpose of the Work Experience Module ......................................................................................... 45

1.2 Guidelines for Work Experiences ...................................................................................................... 45

1.3 Contextualised Workplace Knowledge ............................................................................................. 46

1.4 Criteria for Workplace Approval ....................................................................................................... 46

1.5 Assignments to be Assessed Externally ............................................................................................ 47

Work Experience Module Specification 2: 132302000_WE_02: Business planning processes for building and civil construction (NQF Level: 5) Credits: 10..................................................................................................... 48






Work Experience Module Specification 3: 132302000_WE_03: Processes of managing project execution for building and civil construction (NQF Level: 5) Credits: 10 ................................................................................ 51






Work Experience Module Specification 4: 132302000_WE_04: Planning and handing over processes for completed building or civil construction project (NQF Level 5) Credits: 10 .................................................... 54






SECTION 4: STATEMENT OF WORK EXPERIENCE .................................................................................... 57

SECTION 5: External Assessment Specification ...................................................................................... 64

Aspects of Internal Assessments to be re-assessed ................................................................................ 64

Qualification outcomes to be assessed externally ................................................................................. 64

Assessment Criteria for each Integrated Assessment Outcome .............................................................. 64

Point(s) at which the external assessment will take place. ..................................................................... 65

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Are there intermediate points in the learning process that should be assessed externally? .................... 65

External Assessment Process ................................................................................................................ 65

Eligibility requirements to qualify for external summative assessment .................................................. 65

Exemptions: ......................................................................................................................................... 66

Criteria for registration of assessors ..................................................................................................... 66

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SECTION 1: CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

1 NOPF Information

1.1 Occupational Cluster

xxxxx

1.2 Occupational Field

Xxxxx

2 Occupational Information

2.1 Related Occupation

Xxxxx

2.2 Occupation or Specialisation Addressed by this Curriculum

none

2.3 Alternative Titles used by Industry

Project builder

3 Curriculum Information

3.1 Relation of this Curriculum to the Occupation and Occupational Progression

Bricklayer OR

Carpenter OR

Construction Foreman

Construction Contractor

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3.2 Curriculum Structure

Subjects

Number Title NQF

Level Credits

132302000_KS_01 Construction Contracting Theory 5 40

Practical Skills Modules

Number Title NQF

Level Credits

132302000_PS_01 Analyse the construction environment and determine

implications for building and civil construction

contracting businesses

5 7

132302000_PS_02 Develop and review the construction contracting

strategic plan

5 7

132302000_PS_03 Develop a business plan for a construction contracting

business

5 9

132302000_PS_04 Develop management systems for a construction

contracting business

5 10

132302000_PS_05 Manage a building and civil construction project 5 7

Total Practical Skills Percentage and Credits 40

Work Experience Modules

Number Title NQF

Level Credits

132302000_WE_01 Strategic planning processes for building and civil

construction

5 10

132302000_WE_02 Business planning processes for building and civil

construction

5 10

132302000_WE_03 Processes of managing project execution for building and

civil construction

5 10

132302000_WE_04 Planning and handing over processes for completed

building or civil construction project

5 10

Total Workplace Percentage and Credits 40

Total Qualification Credits

Knowledge Credits: 40 Practical Credits: 40 Workplace Credits: 40

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3.3 International Comparability

This International Comparability study was undertaken to examine a selected number of construction

trades/occupations, including their levels of qualifications and related curricula. The purpose is to provide

baseline information towards benchmarking the curricula under development for the South African Master

Builders Association (MBA). The six construction occupations investigated were for the following: (i)

mason/bricklayer; (ii) glazer (iii) building insulation installer (iv) carpenter (v) construction

supervisor/foreman and (vi) construction contractor.

A preliminary literature review considered a total of 17 countries but, the majority were eliminated to

remain with only five including South Africa. The reason is that many of the countries had scanty

information and/or no recognized national trade/occupation qualification stipulating a set of national

standards for most trades. In addition, there were also a few countries which had sources in languages

other than English and hence could not be used in the final study. Consequently, the countries included in

the final comparability review were: Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Canada and South Africa.

New Zealand and Australia were considered to be particularly the most appropriate countries with which to

compare with South Africa.

The report is structured in two main parts. The first part provides an overall summary of the

trade/occupations for each country. The second part presents a comparison of the trade/occupations

across the five countries, highlighting the key similarities and differences. For each of the

trade/occupations, an attempt has been made to include the name of qualification, qualification levels,

number of credits, duration of training and nature of training/mode of delivery. An example of the related

curriculum is available which suggests that overall, the South African curriculum is much more detailed

than is found in the comparative countries.

OVERALL SUMMARIES FOR EACH COUNTRY

New Zealand

New Zealand has nationally recognised trade qualifications ranging from NZQF levels 1 to 5 and all the six

trades under investigation are offered at certificate level from level 2 to level 5. There are various training

providers that offer these courses and qualifications. There are four Construction Supervision qualifications,

three qualifications for Masonry/Bricklaying and Glazing respectively that learners can obtain at different

levels and one each in Carpentry and Construction contracting. The following qualifications are available for

bricklayers namely; Certificate in Pre-employment, Brick, Block and Paving (NZQF level 3), National

Certificate in Bricklaying and Block Laying (NZQF level 4) and National Certificate in Masonry (NZQF level 4 -

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5). The glazing qualifications include; National Certificate in Glass and Glazing (NZQF level 2), National

Certificate in Glass and Glazing (NZQF level 4) and National Certificate in Glazing (NZQF level 4).

There does not seem to be a recognized building insulation installer qualification. However, New Zealand

does offer a National Certificate in Proprietary Plaster Cladding Systems (NZQF Level 4) with strands in

Rebated Fibre Cement, Lightweight Fibre Cement, and External Insulation Finishing Systems. For those

aspiring to become Construction Supervisors, the qualifications to pursue include; National Certificate in

Civil Construction Supervision (NZQF level 4), National Certificate in Construction Trades (Supervision)

(NZQF level 4) and National Certificate in Construction Trades (Main contract supervision) (NZQF level 5)

and National Certificate in Roofing (Contract Supervision) (NZQF level 5). A national Certificate in Carpentry

is available at NZQF level 4 and a National Certificate: Construction Contracting / Small business and

management procedures at NZQF level 2.

In terms of the modes of delivery, all the trades investigated are delivered primarily through some form of

on-the-job training except for Construction contracting which focuses more on classroom instruction.

Australia

Australia has a similar trade qualification system to that of New Zealand. Technical and Further Education

(TAFE) courses are offered by various institutions such as the Holmsglen institute. TAFE aims at equipping

students with practical skills that are transferable to the workplace. Therefore, most courses offered under

TAFE are based on national competency set of standards geared towards workplace training packages. Both

vocational education and training institutions may offer vocational education and training for certificates I

to IV certifications (i.e. 4 levels). The study review established the existence of the following training and

qualifications; Bricklaying, Block laying & Stonemasonry: Certificates (III & IV) at AQF levels 3 & 4, National

Certificates in Glass and Glazing (II & III) at AQF levels 3 & 4, Certificates III in Wall & Ceiling Lining AQF level

3, Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery at AQF level 3, National Certificate (IV) in Civil Construction

Supervision (AQF level 3) and Certificate in Building and Construction (Contract administration)( AQF level

4). It was found that Australia offers both Certificates and National Certificates in the trades under

investigation and the AQF levels range between 3 and 4.

Like New Zealand, the primary mode of training delivery is through practical hands on work including

apprenticeships and supplemented by Classroom instruction except for Construction contracting which is

more theoretical and relies more heavily on classroom intervention.

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United Kingdom (UK)

The UK has a nationally recognised trades qualification framework from which both Zealand and Australia

seem to have adapted theirs. The UK National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) are work-based awards that

are achieved through assessment and training in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in Scotland, they

are referred to as SNVQ. NVQ’s are based on National occupation standards that describe the

‘competencies’ expected in any given job role. There are five levels of S/NVQ ranging from level 1 which

focuses on basic work activities to level 5 for senior managers. The trades that were investigated in the

review fell within the entry levels 2 and 3.

In the UK system, a qualification is described as an Award if the time it takes to complete it is 10 to 120

notional hours and a Certificate requires 130 – 360 notional hours. Notional hours includes all learning time

i.e. classroom or workshops and hands-on experiences, reading and researching. Each credit represents 10

hours of notional learning. The following trades are available: Certificate in Trowel Occupations

(Construction) Bricklaying (NVQ level 2), Intermediate level apprenticeship in glass industry occupations

(NVQ level 2) and Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Glazing (NVQ level 2), Certificate in Thermal insulation (NVQ

level 2), Construction skills certificate / site manager training (NQF level 3) and Carpentry Certificate (NVQ

level 2) and Carpentry and Joinery apprentice II & III (NVQ levels 2 & 3). The primary delivery modes are

through hands on practical work, on the job training and to some extent supplemented by classroom

instruction. City and Guild is the UK’s leading awarding organisation for vocational qualification. However,

training towards NVQ’s in the various trades is provided by various service providers such as Able Skills.

Canada

Canada does have nationally recognised trade qualifications and the present study utilised the Ontario

Qualifications Framework (OQF). Certificate qualifications run from levels 1 to 5 on the qualification

framework namely; Certificate I, Certificate II, Certificate of Apprenticeship, Certificate of Qualification and

Certificate (III). The review found that Canada offers an Applied Certificate and also Certificate of

Apprenticeship in Bricklaying (OQF levels 2 – 4), Glassworker Certificate of Apprenticeship (OQF level 3),

Insulation Installer Certificate of Apprenticeship (OFQ level 3) and Certificate of Apprenticeship in Carpentry

(OQF level 3). No information is readily available on the other two trades. The qualifications are obtained

primarily through on the job training / apprenticeships of up to 4 years.

South Africa

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The South African national qualifications framework recognises all the six trades at different levels. Further

education and training certificate levels run from levels 2 to 4. The qualifications and NQF levels in South

Africa are as follows: National Certificates: Glazing (NQF level 02), National Certificate: Supervision of

Construction Processes (NQF level 04), National Certificate: Construction Contracting (NQF level 02),

National Certificate: Construction Carpentry (NQF level 03) and National Certificate: Construction Masonry

(level 3) which is being replaced by the National Certificate: Building & Civil Construction (NQV level 03).

There is currently no Certificate qualification for a Building Insulation installer, with the closest being a

standard unit called ‘erect ceilings and install insulation’ which is at NQF level 02. With the exception of the

National Certificate in Supervision of construction process which is delivered primarily through classroom

instruction, the nature of training for the rest is through hands–on practical work and supplemented by

minimal classroom instruction.

SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES OF THE OCCUPATION

Construction Contracting

With the exception Canada and UK, the remaining three countries offer Certificates in Construction

Contracting as indicated in Table 6. The qualification is at level 2 in New Zealand South Africa and level 4 in

Australia. While the qualification is offered at a lower level in New Zealand, it has the largest number of

credits 220 and longest training duration of 92 days compared to 190 credits in South Africa and 79 training

days and 83 credits and 35 training days in Australia. The primary mode of delivery is by way of classroom

instruction, reflecting that the nature of the course is more theoretical in nature than the other five trades.

Table 6: Details pertaining to Construction contracting

Country Qualification Qualification

Level

Credits Training

Duration

Nature of

Training

Australia Certificate in Building and

Construction (contract

administration) Part-Time

AQF Level 4 83 35 days Classroom

Canada N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

New

Zealand

National Certificate:

Construction Contracting/

Small business and

management procedures

NZQF Level 2 220 92 days Classroom

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United

Kingdom

N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

South

Africa

National Certificate:

Construction Contracting

NQF Level 2 190 79 days Classroom

CONCLUSION

The comparability study highlights the current status of the availability of related information on six

construction trades namely bricklayer/masonry, glazier, building insulation installer, construction foreman

and construction contractor and construction Carpenter including the related curricula in five countries.

The findings reveal that the South African qualifications are in general comparable to what is found in the

chosen benchmark countries. The comparison mainly extends to the qualifications awarded, level of

qualification, modes of delivery and to some extent the contents of the curricula. South Africa was found to

generally have more detailed curricula. The differences appeared to be in terms of credits and the training

duration.

3.4 Entry Requirements

Any construction related Trade qualification

Or

Grade 12 with mathematics and Science or any Technology subjects at NQF Level 4

Or

Any engineering N3 with Mathematics and Science

Or

NCV NQF Level 4 with Mathematics and any Engineering programmes

4 Assessment Quality Partner Information

Name of body: MBSA

Address of body:

Contact person name:

Contact person work telephone number:

5. Modules of Employable Skills (MES)

None

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SECTION 2: OCCUPATIONAL PROFILE

Occupational Purpose

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates construction of civil engineering and building projects,

and the physical and human resources involved in the construction process to ensure business

sustainability

Occupational Tasks

1. Developing and reviewing a construction contracting business strategy

2. Conducting business planning for construction contracting

3. Managing the execution of building and civil construction projects

Occupational Task Details

Task 1: Developing and reviewing a construction contracting business strategy (NQF Level 5).

Unique Product or Service:

Strategic plan for a construction company

Occupational Responsibilities:

The learner will be required to:

1. Analyse the construction environment and determine implications for building and civil

construction; and analyse investment opportunities in the construction industry

2. Develop and review the construction contracting strategic plan

3. Develop a business plan for a construction contracting business

Occupational Contexts:


Strategic planning processes for building

Task 2: Conducting business planning for construction contracting (NQF Level 5).


Business plan and standard operating procedures for a construction company

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Develop management systems for a construction contracting business



Business planning processes for building

Task 3: Managing the execution of building and civil construction projects (NQF Level 5).


Construction project completed and delivered


Manage a building and civil construction project



Managing the project execution processes for building

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SECTION 3: CURRICULUM COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 3A: SUBJECT SPECIFICATIONS

List of Subject Specifications

Subject Number Title NQF

Level

Credits

1 132302000_KS_01 Construction Contracting Theory 5 40

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Specification for Knowledge Subject 1: 132302000: Construction Contracting Theory (NQF Level: 4)

Credits:

Subject Number Title NQF

Level

Credits

1 132302000_KS_01 Construction Contracting Theory 5 40

1.1 Related Knowledge Subject Code and Title

Xxxxxxx

1.2 Purpose of the Knowledge Subject

The focus of the learning in this subject is to build an understanding of the theory required for the practise

of construction contracting. The knowledge acquired will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding

of the theories, principles and concepts of strategic management; theories, principles and concepts of

business management and the theories, principles and concepts of project management as the

fundamental knowledge for operating as a Construction Contractor.

The learning will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

ST01 Introduction to the construction industry

ST02 Theories, principles and concepts of strategic management in the construction industry

ST03 Theories, principles and concepts of business management in the construction industry

ST04 Theories, principles and concepts of project planning and administration

ST05 Theories and principles of relevant legislation, regulations and codes (building and construction

standards, health, safety and environmental requirements)

ST06 Theories, concepts and principles of planning, selecting and procuring material, relevant tools,

equipment and machinery

ST07 Theories, concepts and principles of quality control on a construction sites

ST08 Methods, principles and techniques of communication

1.3 Topic Guidelines

ST01: Introduction to the building industry

Topic Elements

ST0101 Structure of the construction industry

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ST0102 Career opportunities in construction industry

ST0103 Role-players on a construction site and firm

ST0104 Ethics (industrial relations)

ST0105 Principles of working in a team

Internal Assessment Criteria and Weight

Internal Assessment Criteria Weight

1 Describe the composition, structure and role-players/stakeholders in the

construction industry within the South African economy

5 2 Discuss the importance and the impact of ethics, human and labour relations,

team work and good conduct in a working environment

3 Discuss the implications of the Workman’s Compensation, UIF, PAYE, SDL, etc. on

construction occupations

ST02: Theories, principles and concepts of strategic management in the construction industry

Topic Elements

ST0201 Market research and the nature of the construction industry

ST0202 Elements of strategy formulation

ST0203 Strategic goals and setting operational strategies, objectives, responsibilities and timelines

ST0204 Evaluation and control of a construction business

ST0205 Succession planning in a business



1 Discuss the construction industry environment reflecting on market

opportunities in construction and categories of clients and target projects suited

to a specific situation

20

2 Produce a list of the elements to be reflected in the formulation of a strategy

including Vision; Mission; Objectives and goals; Values; Strategies; and

Programmes

3 Analyse financial performance and financial results and explain how this

information could be used to adjust the strategy

4 Discuss aspects of a construction business performance in relation to personnel

skills and competencies, quality, tendering competitiveness and client

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satisfaction, and their impact on future business.

ST03: Theories, principles and concepts of construction business management

Topic Elements

ST0301 Management functions of a successful business

ST0302 Business objectives and construction business planning

ST0303 Financial management to start and operate a construction business

ST0304 Information, processes and documents to produce a tender

ST0305 Terms and concepts of construction contracts

ST0306 Essential elements of a standard construction contract or agreement

ST0307 Role and impact of health and safety in a construction contracting business

ST0308 Marketing techniques for a construction contracting business

ST0309 Role and impact of quality management in construction business management

ST0310 Role, application and impact of information and communication technologies in the construction

business



1 Explain the basic activities involved in the management of a contracting

enterprise

30

2 Identify and describe the main management roles in a contracting enterprise

3 Discuss decision making processes required to make a management decision

4 Analyse and interpret general management information to benefit the

contracting enterprise

5 Identify and analyse factors affecting construction business performance and

suggest potential improvement

6 Identify and describe the main components of financial management systems of

a construction business including; forms and types of businesses, legislative

requirements, accounting cycle, recording and processing transactions, reporting,

analysis and decision making, reporting/performance measurement, income

statement or statement of financial performance, balance sheet or statement of

financial position and cash flow statement or statement of cash flow

performance

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7 Discuss the different types of tender documentation, supporting documents and

the calculation of unit rates in the Bill of Quantities for a tender price

8 Discuss the importance of compiling a monthly payment certificate, including

provision for material on site and cost price adjustment, and their impact on the

business cash flow management

9 Differentiate between common and construction law and the application of

construction law in the standard forms of contract including

Tender validity period, Letter of appointment, Standard forms of contract such as

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) 2010, JBCC Series 2000, FIDIC 1999 , New

Engineering Contract (NEC 3), Joint Ventures, Consortiums, Rights and obligations

and Cancellation of Contract

10 Discuss how trade-shows, website and social media could be used to market a

construction company

11 Discuss how ICT technologies can enhance communication and management in a

construction business, including the management of HR, assets, tender

information and compilation of tenders, purchasing and word-processing

ST04 Theories, principles and concepts of project planning and administration

Topic Elements

ST0401 Main construction phases of a typical project

ST0402 Resources management on a construction project

ST0403 Productivity and cost management on a construction project

ST0404 Principles and procedures of construction site management and administration

ST0405 Principles and procedures of procurement of construction material and equipment

ST0406 Principles and procedures for developing a construction work plan



1 Explain the concepts of project planning including “critical activity” and “non-

critical” activity

15 2 Explain fast tracking of a project and list the advantages and disadvantages

3 List construction activities and their resource requirements and explain the

importance of planning and executing these in a logical and sequential order

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5 Identify and discuss various cost components including labour, plant and

equipment, their utilisation and impact on productivity on a construction projects

6 Explain the procedure of site meetings, reconciliation of contract documentation,

site instructions and extension of time claims in relation to a construction project

7 Explain the principles and practices of work execution, resource scheduling,

equipment and materials management, quality control and contract

documentation on a construction project

8 Explain the principles and practices of materials and equipment procurement and

management and the importance/ or impact on the project plan

ST05: Theories and principles of relevant legislation, regulations and codes (building standards, health,

safety and environmental requirements)

Topic Elements

ST0501 Elements of the National Building Regulations applicable to construction

ST0502 Standards, guidelines and codes applicable to construction

ST0503 Aspects of the National Environmental Management Act applicable to construction

ST0504 Aspects of the Occupational Health and Safety Act applicable to construction

ST0505 Aspects of the Energy efficiency legislation applicable to construction

ST0506 The CIDB act and its applicability to construction



1 Explain the impact of specific aspects of the National Building Regulations

(including Acts and Regulations, Ordinances, By-Laws, Directives) on construction

activities

5

2 Explain the impact of specific aspects of the relevant standards, guidelines and

codes on construction activities

3 Explain the impact of specific aspects of the National Environmental

Management Act on construction activities

4 Explain the impact of specific aspects of the National Building Regulations on

construction activities

5 Explain the impact of specific aspects of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

on construction activities

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6 Explain the impact of specific aspects of the Energy efficiency legislation on

construction activities

7 Discuss the importance of compulsory and non-compulsory registrations

8 Discuss the importance of applications and registrations in order to comply with

legal requirements

9 Discuss the provisions of the CIDB act to the construction industry and its

implication on construction contracting

ST06: Theories, concepts and principles of planning, selecting and procuring material, relevant tools,

equipment and machinery

Topic Elements

ST0601 Principles of procurement of different materials, tools and equipment types

ST0602 Impact of procurement practices on purchasing, receipt and distribution procedures

ST0603 Impact of construction activities and wastage on budgets and contractual requirements

ST0603 The impact of procurement on productivity in a construction project



1 Discuss the relationship between planning, scheduling, resourcing, costing and

procurements

10

2 Explain why it is necessary to evaluate costs of wastage and its impact on

construction activities and the environment

3 Discuss the concepts of planning, procurement, costing, quantities and quality in

terms of their functions within construction activities

4 Discuss the concepts of purchasing, receipt and distribution of materials, tools

and equipment in relation to procurement activities

5 Discuss the impact of procurement on time management and productivity on a

construction project

ST07: Theories, concepts and principles of quality control on a construction sites

Topic Elements

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ST0701 Critical quality improvement principles to be monitored within construction activities

ST0702 Information and documentation

ST0703 Principles of checking defects and implementation of corrective action



1 Discuss the concepts of cost of non- conformance, the establishment of

acceptable quality targets, conformance to requirements, and the reduction in

defects as they relate to quality improvement

10 2 Describe the relationship between standard and project specifications with

corrections and amendments to the standard specifications.

3 Identify and explain how standard specifications, project documents, drawings,

and information from the Client / Clients Representative are used in terms of

specification information and quality requirements

ST08: Methods, principles and techniques of communication

Topic Elements

ST0801 Methods and techniques used to manage and maintain effective communications between

project participants

ST0802 Forms of communication and reporting to ensure effective participation of all parties in a project

ST0803 Elements of effective and efficient communication flows to improve and sustain performance



1 Discuss the relationship between poor communication and level of power and

effectiveness

5

2 Discuss the effect of poor communication on project level relationships and

productivity

3 Discuss the relationship between good communication and effective and efficient

performance

4 Discuss relevant communication principles, channels, mediums to be utilised for

different scenarios

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5 Evaluate the role of communication in a construction process or activity

1.4 Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module

Physical Requirements:

Classroom furniture (chairs and tables, audio equipment and all other equipment conducive to a

learning environment)

Handouts and stationery (electronic consumables, pencils/paper)

Construction contracting learning material

Human Resource Requirements:

Facilitator/learner ratio 1 to 20

Relevant qualifications/experience

Legal Requirements:

Accredited with AQP

Compliance to SHERQ

Compliance with ISO 50001

1.5 Critical Topics to be Assessed Externally for the Subject

None

1.6 Exemptions

Qualification or Learning Programmes that allows exemption from this Practical Skills Module:

Number Title Institution NQF Level

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SECTION 3B: PRACTICAL SKILLS MODULE SPECIFICATIONS

List of Practical Skills Module Specifications

Number Title NQF Level Credits

132302000_PS_01 Analyse the construction environment and determine

implications for building and civil construction

contracting businesses

5 7

132302000_PS_02 Develop and review the construction contracting

strategic plan

5 7

132302000_PS_03 Develop a business plan for a construction contracting

business

5 9

132302000_PS_04 Develop management systems for a construction


5 10

132302000_PS_05 Manage a building and civil construction project 5 7

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Practical Skill Module Specification 1: 132302000_PS_01: Analyse the construction environment and

determine implications for building and civil construction company

(NQF Level: 5) Credits: 7

Number Title NQF

Level

Credits

1 132302000_PS_01 Analyse the construction environment and

determine implications for building and civil


5 7

1.1 Purpose of the Practical Skill Module

The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner with an opportunity to practice

construction contracting skills within a simulated working environment. The learner will be practicing skills

related to analysing government investments the construction industry and identifying potential sources of

working capital, insurance and sureties for a construction company.


PS01 Analyse investment opportunities in the construction industry

PS02 Identify potential sources of funding for working capital, insurances, sureties

1.2 Guidelines for Practical Skills

PS01: Analyse investment opportunities in the construction industry

Scope of Practical Skill

Given economic data, government budgets and IDPs the learners should be able to:

PA0101 Identify the types and size of planned construction investments and how these translate into

future projects

PA0102 Conduct internal audit to establish capacity of the company (SWOT analysis)

PA0103 Compare opportunities

PA0104 Choose Best option in prevailing environment

PA0105 Plan investments for the construction company

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Applied Knowledge

AK0101 Economic analysis techniques

AK0102 Project types in the construction industry and skills required for each

AK0103 Building and civil construction industry knowledge

AK0104 Research techniques

Internal Assessment Criteria


1 All future project relevant to the company niche identified and categorised according to type and

size

2 All resource requirements for a building and civil construction company are met

3 Investments opportunities for a construction company are correctly identified and their relevance

to the company explained based on the company potential and capabilities

4 Sources of construction working capital, insurances and sureties applicable are correctly appraised

and their requirements met by the company

PS02: Identify potential sources of funding for working capital, insurances, sureties


Given work instructions, checklists, work area, case study, testing instruments, activity documents, any

templates, form, safety and quality principles and standard operating procedures procedure information

available, the learner should be able to:

PA0201 Identify construction funding agencies

PA0202 Negotiate start up capital for working capital, insurances, sureties

Applied Knowledge

AK0201 Project types in the construction industry

AK0202 Operational requirements of funding and financial institutions

AK0203 Principles and practices of construction law

AK0204 Skills inventory requirements for types of projects


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1 Funding agencies are identified and their funding requirements explained for the construction

company

2 Funding applications for working capital, insurances, sureties are identified and approach

techniques identified for different funding agencies



Access to working OR simulation construction contracting environment

Access to categories of tools, equipment and processes in order for learners to be able to analyse the

construction environment and determine implications for building and civil construction


Trainers should have a minimum requirement a level 5 qualification that includes competencies

related to construction contracting or equivalent or at least 10 years relevant experience working

within a construction environment

Trainer/learner ratio 1 to 12

Workshop coach/learner ratio 1 to 4

Legal Requirements:

Accredited with QCTO

Compliant with Safety, Health, Environmental, Risk and Quality (SHERQ) requirements

Compliant with Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) requirements

1.4 Critical Practical Activities to be Assessed Externally for the Module

None

1.5 Exemptions



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Practical Skill Module Specification 2: 132302000_PS_02: Develop and review the construction

contracting strategic plan (NQF Level: 5) Credits: 7

Number Title NQF

Level

Credits

2 132302000_PS_02 Develop and review the construction

contracting strategic plan

5 7




related to developing a company strategy, vision and mission, and set goals and objectives for the

construction contracting business.


PS01 Develop the company strategy including company vision and mission

PS02 Set company goals and objectives

PS03 Define target company programmes and projects


PS01: Develop the company strategy including vision and mission





PA0101 Develop a strategic plan for the company incorporating target projects and geographic locations

PA0102 Define company vision and mission and targeted areas of growth

Applied Knowledge

AK0101 Principles and approaches for strategic planning

AK0102 Principles and procedures of construction theory



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AK0103 Management principles and techniques



1 A company strategic plan incorporating company vision, mission, goals and objectives as well as

values is produced for the construction company

2 All potential growth areas are compared and the best choice made for the company

PS02: Set company goals and objectives





PA0201 Define potential areas of growth and set time lines

PA0202 Define objectives that support company growth plan

PA0203 Draw up growth projections for the company

Applied Knowledge

AK0201 Application of research techniques

AK0202 Application of management Skills

AK0203 Scheduling and projection techniques



1 Potential areas and time lines for growth are set for company growth

2 Objectives that support company growth plan are defined and recorded

3 Growth projections for the company are prepared and recorded

PS03: Define target company programmes and projects


Given work instructions, checklists, work area, activity documents, any templates, forms, safety and quality

principles and standard operating procedure information available, the learner should be able to:

PA0301 Analyse the scope of available projects

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PA0302 Match targeted projects to company strengths.

PA0302 Develop programme and procedures to implement projects

Applied Knowledge

AK0301 Understanding and application of Construction Theory

AK0302 Business finance approaches and techniques


1 The scope of available projects is analysed and matched to company strengths

2 Programmes and procedures to implement projects are developed in line with company strategy



Access to working OR simulation construction business environment


Trainers should have a minimum requirement to include a level 5 qualification that includes

competencies related to construction contracting or equivalent or at least 5 years relevant

experience working within a construction environment



Legal Requirements:





None

1.5 Exemptions

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Practical Skill Module Specification 3: 132302000_PS_03: Develop a business plan for a construction

contracting business (NQF: 5) Credits: 9

Number Title NQF

Level

Credits

3 132302000_PS_03 Develop a business plan for a construction


5 9




related to developing and implementing a business plan for a construction contracting business.


PS01 Plan business operation requirements

PS02 Simulate plans for managing a contracting business

PS03 Develop standard operating procedures


PS01: Plan business operation requirements



templates, form, safety and quality principles and standard operating procedure information available, the

learner should be able to:

PA0101 Analyse business operation requirements as set out in the company strategy

PA0102 Identify resources required to meet company strategy

PA0103 Develop standard operating procedures that support the business operational requirements

Applied Knowledge

AK0101 Understanding and application of principles and procedures of business planning

AK0102 Understanding and application of the principles of project management

AK0103 Understanding and application of principles and practices of construction productivity


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1 Business operational requirements are analysed according to the company strategic plan

2 Resources are mapped according to company strategy

3 Standard operating procedures are developed to support business operational requirements

PS02: Start managing a contracting business


Given work instructions, checklists, simulated work area, case study, testing instruments, activity

documents, templates, form, safety and quality principles and standard operating procedures procedure

information available, the learner should be able to:

PA0201 Identify the resources required to start a contracting company

PA0202 Procure the resources required to start a contracting company

PA0203 Manage a contracting company

Applied Knowledge

AK0201 Understanding and application of pricinciple and procedures of general management

AK0202 Understanding and application of principles and procedures of strategic planning

AK0203 Understanding of pricinciple and procedures of procurement



1 Resources required to start a contracting company have been identified and matched to the needs

of the company

2 Resources required to start a contracting company have been procured and deployed in the


3 Constructing company is managed according to company standards

PS03: Develop standard operating procedures





PA0301 Research and benchmark operating requirements and procedures

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PA0302 Identify operating procedures suited to the company

PA0303 Prepare company Standard Operating Manual

Applied Knowledge

AK0301 Understanding the principles and procedures of business management

AK0302 Research techniques

AK0303 Report writing approaches



1 Operating procedures are identified and benchmarked against best practice

2 Company Standard Operating procedures’ manual is developed and implemented in the company



Access to working OR simulation construction business environment







Legal Requirements:





None

1.5 Exemptions


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Practical Skill Module Specification 4: 132302000_PS_04: Develop management systems for a

construction contracting business (NQF: 5) Credits: 10

Number Title NQF

Level

Credits

4 132302000_PS_04 Develop management systems for a construction

contracting business 5 10



PS01 Develop the scope for management systems as defined in the business plan

PS02 Produce and explain economic viability of tender proposal

PS03 Compile a report and simulate presentation of tender proposal


PS01: Develop the scope for management systems as defined in the business plan





PA0101 Research and benchmark management systems defined in the business plan of start-up


PA0102 Develop management system for a start-up company including operational templates,

procedures and policies

Applied Knowledge

AK0101 Research and benchmark techniques

AK0102 Report writing approaches



1 Research and benchmark report communicates information and findings relevant to management

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system of a start-up construction business

2 Policies, procedures and related documents compare to industry best practice

PS02: Produce and submit a tender for economic viability





PA0201 Evaluate and explain tender specifications

PA0202 Compile a tender for building and civil and construction works

PA0203 Fill up forms required to fullfil tender requirements including Bank and SARS documents

Applied Knowledge

AK0201 Cashflow projection and analysis

AK0202 Budget formulation

AK0203 Research and report writing techniques

AK0204 Industry practices and procedures



1 Process for determining the Bill of quantities complies to best practices and standard industry

procedures

2 The tender proposal meet the prescribed tender specification and forms of contracting (JBCC or

FIDIC)




Access to categories of tools, equipment and processes in order for learners to be able to develop

financial management systems for a construction contracting business


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Legal Requirements:





None

1.5 Exemptions



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Practical Skill Module Specification 5: 132302000_PS_05: Managing the execution of building and civil

construction projects (NQF Level 5) Credit 7

Number Title NQF

Level

Credits

5 132302000_PS_05 Managing the execution of building and civil

construction projects

5

7



PS01 Manage a building and civil construction project

PS02 Implement a building and civil construction project

PS03 Manage productivity on a building and civil construction project

PS04 Complete the building and civil construction project


PS01: Manage a building and civil construction project





PA0101 Sign the project contract

PA0102 Plan for the project

PA0103 Prepare a project budget

PA0104 Develop resource plan

PA0105 Procure material

Applied Knowledge

AK0101 Procurement approaches and procedures

AK0102 Budget planning and management approaches

AK0103 Project planning techniques and tools

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AK0104 Risk management techniques

AK0105



1 Project contract documents signed by both contractor and client

2 Project plan compiled according to industry norms and standards

3 Project budget compiled

4 Resource plan compiled

5 Procurement plan for the materials compiled and communicated to site personnel

PS02: Implement a building and civil construction



documents, any templates, form, safety and quality principles and standard operating procedures

procedure information available, the learner should be able to:

PS0201 Conduct site hand over

PS0202 Establish and prepare project site

PS0203 Revise project schedule

PS0203 Identify and analyse project risks

Applied Knowledge

AK0201 Procurement approaches and procedures

AK0202 Budget planning and management approaches

AK0203 Project planning techniques and tools

AK0204 Project risk management approaches

AK0205



1 Site handover procedures completed and site secured

2 Site establishment and clearance completed

3 Revised project schedule completed and communicated to client agent

4 Risk assessment plan completed and risk mitigation strategy submitted to client agent

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PS03: Manage productivity on a building and civil construction project





PA0301 Optimise resource utilisation

PA0302 Apply best practice SHERQ techniques

Revise project schedule

PA0303 Attend project site meeting

PA0304 Develop and apply quality control standards for construction project management using

simulated instructions

Applied Knowledge

AK0301 SHERQ techniques and practices

AK0302 Construction project management approaches and procedures

AK0303 Construction contract law



1 Project proceeds according to schedule and pament certificate submitted to client agent

2 Variation noted and communicated to client agents

3 Infrastructure constructed according to standard specifications

PS04: Complete the building and civil construction project


Given work instructions, checklists, simulated work area, activity documents, templates, forms, safety and

quality principles and standard operating procedures procedure information available, the learner should be

able to:

PA0401 Complete project documentation

PA0402 Hand project over to client

Applied Knowledge

AK0401 Construction contract law

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AK0402 Standard project completion documentation

AK0403 Handover procedures



1 Project snag list compiled with client

2 Payment certificates prepared and submitted to client agent

3 Site documentation completed and report compiled

4 Site handed over to client




Access to categories of tools, equipment and processes in order for learners to be able to manage a

building and civil construction project







Legal Requirements:





None

1.5 Exemptions


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SECTION 3C: WORK EXPERIENCE MODULE SPECIFICATIONS

List of Work Experience Module Specifications

Number Title NQF

Level

Notional

Hours

1 132302000_WE_01 Strategic planning processes for building and civil

construction

5 100

2 132302000_WE_02 Business planning processes for building and civil

construction

5 100

3 132302000_WE_03 Processes of managing project execution for building

and civil construction

5 100

4 132302000_WE_04 Planning and handing over processes for completed


5 100

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Work Experience Module Specification 1: 132302000_WE_01: Strategic planning processes for building

and civil construction (NQF Level: 5) Credits: 10

Number Title NQF

Level

Notional

Hours


construction

5 100

1.1 Purpose of the Work Experience Module

The focus of the work experience is on providing the learner an opportunity to:

Gain exposure to work as part of a construction contracting team in the strategic planning activities for a

construction project in a real life construction contracting environment. The Learner will be required to

complete each Work Experience at least three (3) times for a minimum period of 6 weeks.

Under guidance of experienced mentor, the learner will be required to:

WE01 Develop a strategic plan and operational documentation of the company

WE02 Liaise with external parties to operate a legal entity

-

1.2 Guidelines for Work Experiences

WE01: Develop strategic plan and operational documentation of the company over three months period

Scope of Work Experience

The person will be expected to engage in the following work activities:

WA0101 Collection and analysis historical and researched data about the building and civil construction

environment

WA0102 Develop funding proposal to sustain the long term plan of the start up business

WA0103 Facilitate SWOT analysis for the company

WA0104 Conduct market research and develop niche market plans for the company

WA0105 Negotiate and source finance for the company

WA0106 Develop and profile the business

WA0107 Establish documentation necessary for registration and legal operation of the company

Supporting evidence



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SE0101 Business strategic plan

SE0102 Company profile

SE0103 Registration documents for the company

WE02: Liaise with external parties to operate a legal entity



WA0201 Register company with tax authorities, industry bodies, pension bodies

WA0202 Negotiate credit lines with suppliers of materials, tools and equipment

WA0203 Register company in database of different institutions following tender requirements

Supporting Evidence

SE0201 Tax certificates

SE0202 Bank account documentation

SE0203 Surety documents from suppliers and funding institutions

1.3 Contextualised Workplace Knowledge

1 Company specific policies and procedures

2 Company specific quality management systems

3 Relevant sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

4 ISO standards

5 SANS standards

6 Manufacturers specification

1.4 Criteria for Workplace Approval


Office infrastructure

Tools and equipment to conduct occupational tasks

The physical resources in terms of tools, equipment, systems, conditions and interfaces that the

workplace must have to ensure that learners can participate in all work activities.


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Experienced mentor with minimum industry knowledge to include a level 5 qualifications that

includes competencies related to construction contracting or equivalent OR at least 5 years relevant

experience working within a construction contracting environment

Workplace coach/mentor: learner ratio 1 to 4

Legal Requirements:

Compliant with all relevant construction procurement legislation and Treasury provisions

Compliant to all relevant labour relations and employment legislation

Accredited with relevant authority

Compliant with SHERQ requirements

Compliance with SARS legal requirements

1.5 Assignments to be Assessed Externally

Elements to be assessed Evaluation Criteria

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Work Experience Module Specification 2: 132302000_WE_02: Business planning processes for building

and civil construction (NQF Level: 5) Credits: 10

Number Title NQF

Level

Notional

Hours



5 100



Gain exposure to work as part of a construction contracting team in the business planning activities for a

building construction project in a real life construction contracting environment. The Learner will be

required to complete each Work Experience at least three (3) times for a minimum period of 6 weeks.


WE01 Development at least two business plan for the company

WE02 Develop company operational policies and systems

WE03 Develop operating procedures for the company


WE01: Development at least two business plan for the company



WA0101 Develop financial statement for a construction or civil company

WA0102 Develop marketing strategy for business operation

WA0103 Develop management system for construction or civil company

Supporting evidence

SE0101 Company financial statements



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SE0102 Marketing strategy

WE02: Develop company operational policies and systems for construction business



WA0201 Research operational policies and systems for company

WA0202 Develop and benchmark policies and system construction for the company

WA0203 Develop Standard operating procedures for the company

WA0204 Identify and procure resources for business

WA0205 Negotiate partnerships and collaboration strategies with existing and functional businesses

Supporting Evidence

SE0201 Collaboration agreements

SE0202 Research report

SE0203 Company standards operating procedures

WE03: Develop operating procedures for the company



WA0301 Research operational procedures for construction and civil company

WA0302 Develop and benchmark procedures for construction or civil company


Supporting Evidence

SE0301 Standard operating procedures





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4 ISO standards

5 SANS standards




Access to a construction contracting site in order for learner to have exposure to all aspects of

occupational tasks





Minimum requirements to include a level 5 qualifications that includes competencies related to

construction contracting or equivalent OR at least 5 years relevant experience working within a

construction contracting environment


Legal Requirements:






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Work Experience Module Specification 3: 132302000_WE_03: Processes of managing project execution

for building and civil construction (NQF Level: 5) Credits: 10

Number Title NQF

Level

Notional

Hours



5 100



Gain exposure to work as part of a construction contracting team in managing project execution processes

for the construction of buildings in a real life construction contracting environment. The Learner will be

required to complete each Work Experience at least three (3) times for a minimum period of 6 weeks.

Under supervision of experienced mentor, the learner will be required to:

WE01 Assume management of building or civil construction project

WE02 Plan and implement building or civil construction project


WE01: Assume management of building or civil construction project



WA0101 Negotiate and sign off project contract

WA0102 Prepare project resource plan within budget

WA0103 Procure project materials tools and equipment

WA0104 Plan and facilitate site hand over

WA0105 Analyse, negotiate and compile project risk report

WA0106 Attend site meeting and compile reports indicating variations for approval;

WA0107 Apply best practices for SHERQ and resource utilisation



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Supporting evidence

SE0101 Minutes of site meetings

SE0102 Project site documentation

SE0103 Project schedules

SE0104 Project progress payment certificates

WE02: Plan and implement building or civil construction project



WA0201 Prepare project budget

WA0202 Procure materials and subcontractors

WA0203 Develop and revise project schedules

WA0204 Implement quality control standards

WA0205 Attend site meetings and manage site office

SE0206 Prepare project progress reports

Supporting Evidence

SE0201 Site meeting minutes

SE0202 Records of Variation Order

SE0203 Project Budget

SE0204 Records of extension of time

SE0205 Records of warrantees for specialised items





4 ISO standards

5 SANS standards



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occupational tasks









Legal Requirements:






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Work Experience Module Specification 4: 132302000_WE_04: Planning and handing over processes for

completed building or civil construction project (NQF Level 5) Credits: 10

Number Title NQF

Level

Notional

Hours



5 100



Gain exposure to work as part of a construction contracting team in the strategic planning activities for a

civil construction project in a real life construction contracting environment. The Learner will be required to

complete each Work Experience at least three (3) times for a minimum period of 6 weeks.

Under supervision of experienced mentor, the learner will be required to:

WE01 Complete project documentation

WE02 Hand project over to the client


WE01: Complete project documentation



WA0101 Research content and relevance of project completion documentation

WA0102 Draft and compile required documentation

WA0103 Negotiate and sign off on project completion documentation

Supporting evidence


SE0102 Signed project documentation

SE0103 Snag list



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SE0104 Certificate of practical completion

WE02: Hand project over to the client



WA0201 Prepare for project hand over event

WA0202 Hand over project to the client

WA0203 Complete snag list and defects warranty items

WA0204 Sign off completion certificate

Supporting Evidence

SE0201 Record of hand over event

SE0202 Client satisfaction report





4 ISO standards

5 SANS standards





occupational tasks








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Legal Requirements:






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SECTION 4: STATEMENT OF WORK EXPERIENCE

STATEMENTS OF WORK EXPERIENCE

Curriculum Number: 132302000

Curriculum Title: National Occupational Qualification: Construction Contractor

Learner Details

Name:

ID Number:

Employer Details

Company Name:

Address:

Workplace

Coach/Mentor Name:

Work Telephone:

E-Mail:

Number Title NQF

Level

Notional

Hours


construction

5 100

WE01 Develop a strategic plan and operational documentation of the

company

Date Signature

Work Activities

WA0101 Collection and analysis historical and researched data about the

building and civil construction environment

WA0102 Develop funding proposal to sustain the long term plan of the start up

business

WA0103 Facilitate SWOT analysis for the company

WA0104 Conduct market research and develop niche market plans for the

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company

WA0105 Negotiate and source finance for the company

WA0106 Develop and profile the business

WA0107 Establish documentation necessary for registration and legal operation

of the company

Supporting Evidence

SE0101 Business strategic plan

SE0102 Company profile

SE0103 Registration documents for the company

WE02 Liaise with external parties to operate a legal entity Date Signature

Work Activities

WA0201 Register company with tax authorities, industry bodies, pension bodies

WA0202 Negotiate credit lines with suppliers of materials, tools and equipment

WA0203 Register company in database of different institutions following tender

requirements

Supporting Evidence

SE0201 Tax certificates

SE0202 Bank account documentation

SE0203 Surety documents from suppliers and funding institutions

Contextualised Workplace Knowledge




4 ISO standards

5 SANS standards


Additional Assignments to be Assessed Externally

1

2

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Number Title NQF

Level

Notional

Hours


construction

5 10

WE01 Development at least two business plan for the company Date Signature

Work Activities

WA0101 Develop financial statement for a construction or civil company

WA0102 Develop marketing strategy for business operation

WA0103 Develop management system for construction or civil company

Supporting Evidence

SE0101 Company financial statements

SE0102 Marketing strategy

WE02 Develop company operational policies and systems Date Signature

Work Activities

WA0201 Research operational policies and systems for company

WA0202 Develop and benchmark policies and system construction for the

company


WA0204 Identify and procure resources for business

WA0205 Negotiate partnerships and collaboration strategies with existing and

functional businesses

Supporting Evidence

SE0201 Collaboration agreements


SE0203 Company standards operating procedures

WE03 Develop operating procedures for the company Date Signature

Work Activities

WA0301 Research operational procedures for construction and civil company

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WA0302 Develop and benchmark procedures for construction or civil company


SE0301 Standard operating procedures


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Number Title NQF

Level

Notional

Hours



5 100

WE01 Assume management of building or civil construction project Date Signature

Work Activities

WA0101 Negotiate and sign off project contract

WA0102 Prepare project resource plan within budget

WA0103 Procure project materials tools and equipment

WA0104 Plan and facilitate site hand over

WA0105 Analyse, negotiate and compile project risk report

WA0106 Attend site meeting and compile reports indicating variations for

approval;

WA0107 Apply best practices for SHERQ and resource utilisation

Supporting Evidence

SE0101 Minutes of site meetings

SE0102 Project site documentation

SE0103 Project schedules

SE0104 Project progress payment certificates

WE02 Plan and implement building or civil construction project Date Signature

Work Activities

WA0201 Prepare project budget

WA0202 Procure materials and subcontractors

WA0203 Develop and revise project schedules

WA0204 Implement quality control standards

WA0205 Attend site meetings and manage site office

SE0206 Prepare project progress reports

Supporting Evidence

SE0201 Site meeting minutes

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SE0202 Records of Variation Order

SE0203 Project Budget

SE0204 Records of extension of time

SE0205 Records of warrantees for specialised items

Contextualised Workplace Knowledge




4 ISO standards

5 SANS standards


Additional Assignments to be Assessed Externally

1

2

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Number Title NQF

Level

Notional

Hours



5 100

WE01 Complete project documentation Date Signature

Work Activities

WA0101 Research content and relevance of project completion documentation

WA0102 Draft and compile required documentation

WA0103 Negotiate and sign off on project completion documentation

Supporting Evidence


SE0102 Signed project documentation

SE0103 Snag list

SE0104 Certificate of practical completion

WE02 Hand project over to the client Date Signature

Work Activities

WA0201 Prepare for project hand over event

WA0202 Hand over project to the client

WA0203 Complete snag list and defects warranty items

WA0204 Sign off completion certificate

Supporting Evidence

SE0201 Record of hand over event

SE0202 Client satisfaction report

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SECTION 5: External Assessment Specification

Aspects of Internal Assessments to be re-assessed

Knowledge & theory None

Practical Skills None

Work Experience None

Qualification outcomes to be assessed externally

The ability to… Weight

Outcome 1 Develop and review a construction contracting business strategy 20

Outcome 2 Conduct business planning for construction contracting 40

Outcome 3 Manage the execution of building and civil construction projects 40

Assessment Criteria for each Integrated Assessment Outcome

Integrated assessment

focus area 1

The development and review activities of a construction contracting business

strategy in a construction environment is undertaken , whilst adhering to all

occupational safety, health and environmental legislation during

implementation of the following specific activities:

Analyse the construction environment and determine implications for

building and civil construction; and analyse investment opportunities in

the construction industry

Develop and review the construction contracting strategic plan

Develop a business plan for a construction contracting business


focus area 2

Conducting business planning for construction contracting within the

construction environment is undertaken, whilst adhering to all occupational

safety, health and environmental legislation during implementation of the

following specific activities:

Develop management systems for a construction contracting business


focus area 3

Managing the execution of building and civil construction projects within the

construction environment, whilst adhering to all occupational safety, health

and environmental legislation during implementation of the following specific

activities:

Manage a building and civil construction project

Implement a building and civil construction project

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Manage productivity on a building and civil construction project

Complete the building and civil construction project

Point(s) at which the external assessment will take place.

1. No intermediate external assessments are required

2. On successful completion of the full learning programme and work experience

3. Final external assessment on each of the four (4) qualification outcomes

Are there intermediate points in the learning process that should be assessed externally?

No

External Assessment Process

External assessment through a portfolio of evidence comprising of the following documents:

1. Company registration documents

2. Financial management systems

3. Company systems including:

Procurement

HR

Financial

4. Responsive tender document – (Mock)

5. Project health and safety plans

6. Project quality plans

7. Project management system

8. Project close up documentation

Eligibility requirements to qualify for external summative assessment

1 Proof of formative assessment (including Phase Assessments) results or Statement of Results

from training provider (or RPL results)

2 Statement of results for practical skills component

3 Work experience record

4 Foundational Learning Certificate

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Exemptions:

Criteria for registration of assessors

1. Mentor registered with the SACPCMP as a construction mentor, or

2. Anybody who has experience of running a successful contracting enterprise

3. Registered with AQP as an assessor

Documents

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