National Occupational Qualification: Construction Contractor. Final Draft for Final Industry Verification 06 July 2012

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1 Curriculum Document Curriculum Code Curriculum Title National Occupational Qualification: Construction Contractor Document Status Date Final Draft for Final Industry Verification 06 July 2012 Name Phone Logo Development Quality Partner Victor Smith Page 1 of 66

2 TABLE OF CONTENT SECTION 1: CURRICULUM OVERVIEW NOPF Information Occupational Cluster Occupational Field Occupational Information Related Occupation Occupation or Specialisation Addressed by this Curriculum Alternative Titles used by Industry Curriculum Information Relation of this Curriculum to the Occupation and Occupational Progression Curriculum Structure International Comparability Entry Requirements Assessment Quality Partner Information Modules of Employable Skills (MES) SECTION 2: OCCUPATIONAL PROFILE Occupational Purpose Occupational Tasks Occupational Task Details Task 1: Developing and reviewing a construction contracting business strategy (NQF Level 5) Unique Product or Service: Occupational Responsibilities: Occupational Contexts: Task 2: Conducting business planning for construction contracting (NQF Level 5) Unique Product or Service: Occupational Responsibilities: Develop management systems for a construction contracting business Occupational Contexts: Task 3: Managing the execution of building and civil construction projects (NQF Level 5) Unique Product or Service: Occupational Responsibilities: Manage a building and civil construction project Occupational Contexts: Page 2 of 66

3 SECTION 3: CURRICULUM COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 3A: SUBJECT SPECIFICATIONS List of Subject Specifications Specification for Knowledge Subject 1: : Construction Contracting Theory (NQF Level: 4) Credits: Related Knowledge Subject Code and Title Purpose of the Knowledge Subject Topic Guidelines Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module Critical Topics to be Assessed Externally for the Subject Exemptions SECTION 3B: PRACTICAL SKILLS MODULE SPECIFICATIONS List of Practical Skills Module Specifications Practical Skill Module Specification 1: _PS_01: Analyse the construction environment and determine implications for building and civil construction company (NQF Level: 5) Credits: Purpose of the Practical Skill Module Guidelines for Practical Skills Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module Critical Practical Activities to be Assessed Externally for the Module Exemptions Practical Skill Module Specification 2: _PS_02: Develop and review the construction contracting strategic plan (NQF Level: 5) Credits: Purpose of the Practical Skill Module Guidelines for Practical Skills Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module Critical Practical Activities to be Assessed Externally for the Module Exemptions Practical Skill Module Specification 3: _PS_03: Develop a business plan for a construction contracting business (NQF: 5) Credits: Purpose of the Practical Skill Module Guidelines for Practical Skills Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module Critical Practical Activities to be Assessed Externally for the Module Exemptions Purpose of the Practical Skill Module Guidelines for Practical Skills Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module Critical Practical Activities to be Assessed Externally for the Module Exemptions Practical Skill Module Specification 5: _PS_05: Managing the execution of building and civil construction projects (NQF Level 5) Credit Page 3 of 66

4 1.1 Purpose of the Practical Skill Module Guidelines for Practical Skills Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module Critical Practical Activities to be Assessed Externally for the Module Exemptions SECTION 3C: WORK EXPERIENCE MODULE SPECIFICATIONS List of Work Experience Module Specifications Work Experience Module Specification 1: _WE_01: Strategic planning processes for building and civil construction (NQF Level: 5) Credits: Purpose of the Work Experience Module Guidelines for Work Experiences Contextualised Workplace Knowledge Criteria for Workplace Approval Assignments to be Assessed Externally Work Experience Module Specification 2: _WE_02: Business planning processes for building and civil construction (NQF Level: 5) Credits: Purpose of the Work Experience Module Guidelines for Work Experiences Contextualised Workplace Knowledge Criteria for Workplace Approval Assignments to be Assessed Externally Work Experience Module Specification 3: _WE_03: Processes of managing project execution for building and civil construction (NQF Level: 5) Credits: Purpose of the Work Experience Module Guidelines for Work Experiences Contextualised Workplace Knowledge Criteria for Workplace Approval Assignments to be Assessed Externally Work Experience Module Specification 4: _WE_04: Planning and handing over processes for completed building or civil construction project (NQF Level 5) Credits: Purpose of the Work Experience Module Guidelines for Work Experiences Contextualised Workplace Knowledge Criteria for Workplace Approval Assignments to be Assessed Externally SECTION 4: STATEMENT OF WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION 5: External Assessment Specification Aspects of Internal Assessments to be re-assessed Qualification outcomes to be assessed externally Assessment Criteria for each Integrated Assessment Outcome Point(s) at which the external assessment will take place Page 4 of 66

5 Are there intermediate points in the learning process that should be assessed externally? External Assessment Process Eligibility requirements to qualify for external summative assessment Exemptions: Criteria for registration of assessors Page 5 of 66

6 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 Page 6 of 66

7 3.2 Curriculum Structure Subjects Number Title NQF Level Credits _KS_01 Construction Contracting Theory 5 40 Practical Skills Modules Number Title NQF Level Credits _PS_01 Analyse the construction environment and determine 5 7 implications for building and civil construction contracting businesses _PS_02 Develop and review the construction contracting 5 7 strategic plan _PS_03 Develop a business plan for a construction contracting business _PS_04 Develop management systems for a construction 5 10 contracting business _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 _WE_01 Strategic planning processes for building and civil 5 10 construction _WE_02 Business planning processes for building and civil 5 10 construction _WE_03 Processes of managing project execution for building and 5 10 civil construction _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 Page 7 of 66

8 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 - Page 8 of 66

9 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. Page 9 of 66

10 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 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 Page 10 of 66

11 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 Training Australia Certificate in Building and AQF Level days Classroom Construction (contract administration) Part-Time Canada N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A New National Certificate: NZQF Level days Classroom Zealand Construction Contracting/ Small business and management procedures of Page 11 of 66

12 United Kingdom South Africa N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A National Certificate: NQF Level days Classroom Construction Contracting 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 Page 12 of 66

13 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: The learner will be required to: Strategic planning processes for building Task 2: Conducting business planning for construction contracting (NQF Level 5). Unique Product or Service: Business plan and standard operating procedures for a construction company Page 13 of 66

14 Occupational Responsibilities: Develop management systems for a construction contracting business Occupational Contexts: The learner will be required to: Business planning processes for building Task 3: Managing the execution of building and civil construction projects (NQF Level 5). Unique Product or Service: Construction project completed and delivered Occupational Responsibilities: Manage a building and civil construction project Occupational Contexts: The learner will be required to: Managing the project execution processes for building Page 14 of 66

15 SECTION 3: CURRICULUM COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 3A: SUBJECT SPECIFICATIONS List of Subject Specifications Subject Number Title NQF Credits Level _KS_01 Construction Contracting Theory 5 40 Page 15 of 66

16 Specification for Knowledge Subject 1: : Construction Contracting Theory (NQF Level: 4) Credits: Subject Number Title NQF Credits Level _KS_01 Construction Contracting Theory 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 ST02 ST03 ST04 ST05 ST06 ST07 ST08 Introduction to the construction industry Theories, principles and concepts of strategic management in the construction industry Theories, principles and concepts of business management in the construction industry Theories, principles and concepts of project planning and administration Theories and principles of relevant legislation, regulations and codes (building and construction standards, health, safety and environmental requirements) Theories, concepts and principles of planning, selecting and procuring material, relevant tools, equipment and machinery Theories, concepts and principles of quality control on a construction sites Methods, principles and techniques of communication 1.3 Topic Guidelines ST01: Introduction to the building industry Topic Elements ST0101 Structure of the construction industry Page 16 of 66

17 ST0102 ST0103 ST0104 ST0105 Career opportunities in construction industry Role-players on a construction site and firm Ethics (industrial relations) Principles of working in a team Internal Assessment Criteria and Weight Internal Assessment Criteria 1 Describe the composition, structure and role-players/stakeholders in the construction industry within the South African economy 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 Weight 5 ST02: Theories, principles and concepts of strategic management in the construction industry Topic Elements ST0201 ST0202 ST0203 ST0204 ST0205 Market research and the nature of the construction industry Elements of strategy formulation Strategic goals and setting operational strategies, objectives, responsibilities and timelines Evaluation and control of a construction business Succession planning in a business Internal Assessment Criteria and Weight Internal Assessment Criteria 1 Discuss the construction industry environment reflecting on market opportunities in construction and categories of clients and target projects suited to a specific situation 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 Weight 20 Page 17 of 66

18 satisfaction, and their impact on future business. ST03: Theories, principles and concepts of construction business management Topic Elements ST0301 ST0302 ST0303 ST0304 ST0305 ST0306 ST0307 ST0308 ST0309 ST0310 Management functions of a successful business Business objectives and construction business planning Financial management to start and operate a construction business Information, processes and documents to produce a tender Terms and concepts of construction contracts Essential elements of a standard construction contract or agreement Role and impact of health and safety in a construction contracting business Marketing techniques for a construction contracting business Role and impact of quality management in construction business management Role, application and impact of information and communication technologies in the construction business Internal Assessment Criteria and Weight Internal Assessment Criteria 1 Explain the basic activities involved in the management of a contracting enterprise 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 30 Weight Page 18 of 66

19 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 ST0402 ST0403 ST0404 ST0405 ST0406 Main construction phases of a typical project Resources management on a construction project Productivity and cost management on a construction project Principles and procedures of construction site management and administration Principles and procedures of procurement of construction material and equipment Principles and procedures for developing a construction work plan Internal Assessment Criteria and Weight Internal Assessment Criteria 1 Explain the concepts of project planning including critical activity and noncritical activity 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 Weight 15 Page 19 of 66

20 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 ST0502 ST0503 ST0504 ST0505 ST0506 Elements of the National Building Regulations applicable to construction Standards, guidelines and codes applicable to construction Aspects of the National Environmental Management Act applicable to construction Aspects of the Occupational Health and Safety Act applicable to construction Aspects of the Energy efficiency legislation applicable to construction The CIDB act and its applicability to construction Internal Assessment Criteria and Weight Internal Assessment Criteria 1 Explain the impact of specific aspects of the National Building Regulations (including Acts and Regulations, Ordinances, By-Laws, Directives) on construction activities 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 Weight 5 Page 20 of 66

21 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 ST0602 ST0603 ST0603 Principles of procurement of different materials, tools and equipment types Impact of procurement practices on purchasing, receipt and distribution procedures Impact of construction activities and wastage on budgets and contractual requirements The impact of procurement on productivity in a construction project Internal Assessment Criteria and Weight Internal Assessment Criteria 1 Discuss the relationship between planning, scheduling, resourcing, costing and procurements 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 Weight 10 ST07: Theories, concepts and principles of quality control on a construction sites Topic Elements Page 21 of 66

22 ST0701 ST0702 ST0703 Critical quality improvement principles to be monitored within construction activities Information and documentation Principles of checking defects and implementation of corrective action Internal Assessment Criteria and Weight Internal Assessment Criteria 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 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 10 Weight ST08: Methods, principles and techniques of communication Topic Elements ST0801 ST0802 ST0803 Methods and techniques used to manage and maintain effective communications between project participants Forms of communication and reporting to ensure effective participation of all parties in a project Elements of effective and efficient communication flows to improve and sustain performance Internal Assessment Criteria and Weight Internal Assessment Criteria 1 Discuss the relationship between poor communication and level of power and effectiveness 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 Weight 5 Page 22 of 66

23 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 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 Page 23 of 66

24 SECTION 3B: PRACTICAL SKILLS MODULE SPECIFICATIONS List of Practical Skills Module Specifications Number Title NQF Level Credits _PS_01 Analyse the construction environment and determine 5 7 implications for building and civil construction contracting businesses _PS_02 Develop and review the construction contracting 5 7 strategic plan _PS_03 Develop a business plan for a construction contracting 5 9 business _PS_04 Develop management systems for a construction 5 10 contracting business _PS_05 Manage a building and civil construction project 5 7 Page 24 of 66

25 Practical Skill Module Specification 1: _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 _PS_01 Analyse the construction environment and determine implications for building and civil construction company 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. The learner will be required to: PS01 PS02 Analyse investment opportunities in the construction industry 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 PA0102 PA0103 PA0104 PA0105 Identify the types and size of planned construction investments and how these translate into future projects Conduct internal audit to establish capacity of the company (SWOT analysis) Compare opportunities Choose Best option in prevailing environment Plan investments for the construction company Page 25 of 66

26 Applied Knowledge AK0101 AK0102 AK0103 AK0104 Economic analysis techniques Project types in the construction industry and skills required for each Building and civil construction industry knowledge Research techniques Internal Assessment Criteria 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 Scope of Practical Skill 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 PA0202 Identify construction funding agencies Negotiate start up capital for working capital, insurances, sureties Applied Knowledge AK0201 AK0202 AK0203 AK0204 Project types in the construction industry Operational requirements of funding and financial institutions Principles and practices of construction law Skills inventory requirements for types of projects Internal Assessment Criteria Page 26 of 66

27 Internal Assessment Criteria 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 1.3 Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module Physical Requirements: 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 Human Resource Requirements: 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 Qualification or Learning Programmes that allows exemption from this Practical Skills Module: Number Title Institution NQF Level Page 27 of 66

28 Practical Skill Module Specification 2: _PS_02: Develop and review the construction contracting strategic plan (NQF Level: 5) Credits: 7 Number Title NQF Credits Level _PS_02 Develop and review the construction contracting strategic plan 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 developing a company strategy, vision and mission, and set goals and objectives for the construction contracting business. The learner will be required to: PS01 PS02 PS03 Develop the company strategy including company vision and mission Set company goals and objectives Define target company programmes and projects 1.2 Guidelines for Practical Skills PS01: Develop the company strategy including vision and mission Scope of Practical Skill 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: PA0101 PA0102 Develop a strategic plan for the company incorporating target projects and geographic locations Define company vision and mission and targeted areas of growth Applied Knowledge AK0101 AK0102 Principles and approaches for strategic planning Principles and procedures of construction theory Page 28 of 66

29 AK0103 Management principles and techniques Internal Assessment Criteria Internal Assessment Criteria 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 Scope of Practical Skill 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 PA0202 PA0203 Define potential areas of growth and set time lines Define objectives that support company growth plan Draw up growth projections for the company Applied Knowledge AK0201 AK0202 AK0203 Application of research techniques Application of management Skills Scheduling and projection techniques Internal Assessment Criteria Internal Assessment Criteria 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 Scope of Practical Skill 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 Page 29 of 66

30 PA0302 PA0302 Match targeted projects to company strengths. Develop programme and procedures to implement projects Applied Knowledge AK0301 AK0302 Understanding and application of Construction Theory Business finance approaches and techniques Internal Assessment Criteria 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 1.3 Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module Physical Requirements: Access to working OR simulation construction business environment Human Resource Requirements: 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 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 Page 30 of 66

31 Qualification or Learning Programmes that allows exemption from this Practical Skills Module: Number Title Institution NQF Level Page 31 of 66

32 Practical Skill Module Specification 3: _PS_03: Develop a business plan for a construction contracting business (NQF: 5) Credits: 9 Number Title NQF Credits Level _PS_03 Develop a business plan for a construction contracting business 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 developing and implementing a business plan for a construction contracting business. The learner will be required to: PS01 Plan business operation requirements PS02 Simulate plans for managing a contracting business PS03 Develop standard operating procedures 1.2 Guidelines for Practical Skills PS01: Plan business operation requirements Scope of Practical Skill Given work instructions, checklists, work area, case study, testing instruments, activity documents, any templates, form, safety and quality principles and standard operating procedure information available, the learner should be able to: PA0101 PA0102 PA0103 Analyse business operation requirements as set out in the company strategy Identify resources required to meet company strategy Develop standard operating procedures that support the business operational requirements Applied Knowledge AK0101 AK0102 AK0103 Understanding and application of principles and procedures of business planning Understanding and application of the principles of project management Understanding and application of principles and practices of construction productivity Internal Assessment Criteria Page 32 of 66

33 Internal Assessment Criteria 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 Scope of Practical Skill 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 AK0202 AK0203 Understanding and application of pricinciple and procedures of general management Understanding and application of principles and procedures of strategic planning Understanding of pricinciple and procedures of procurement Internal Assessment Criteria Internal Assessment Criteria 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 construction company 3 Constructing company is managed according to company standards PS03: Develop standard operating procedures Scope of Practical Skill 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: PA0301 Research and benchmark operating requirements and procedures Page 33 of 66

34 PA0302 PA0303 Identify operating procedures suited to the company Prepare company Standard Operating Manual Applied Knowledge AK0301 AK0302 AK0303 Understanding the principles and procedures of business management Research techniques Report writing approaches Internal Assessment Criteria Internal Assessment Criteria 1 Operating procedures are identified and benchmarked against best practice 2 Company Standard Operating procedures manual is developed and implemented in the company 1.3 Provider Accreditation Requirements for the Module Physical Requirements: Access to working OR simulation construction business environment Human Resource Requirements: 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 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 Qualification or Learning Programmes that allows exemption from this Practical Skills Module: Page 34 of 66