Occupational Qualification Document Occupational Code Qualification Title NQF Level 143907000 Occupational Certificate: Dock Master 5 Name Email Phone Logo Development Quality Partner Assessment Quality Partner Transport Education Training Authority Transport Education Training Authority Victor@teta.org.za 021-531 3064 Victor@teta.org.za 021-531 3064 DQP Representative Signature Date 1 P a g e
QUALIFICATION DETAILS Qualification Title: Occupational Certificate: Dock Master Occupational Code: 143907 Curriculum Code: 143907000 Quality Assuring Body: Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Sub Framework: Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework Field: Field 01 - Services Subfield: Transport, Operations and Logistics NQF Level: 5 Credits: 180 Originator/Development Quality Partner (DQP): Transport Education Training Authority(TETA) Originating Provider/Assessment Quality Partner (AQP): Transport Education Training Authority(TETA) Qualification Type: Occupational Certificate Registered qualifications and or learning programmes to be replaced: None RATIONALE Ever since man first sent a boat into the water, there has been a need to bring it back onto dry ground. Boats accumulate marine growth while afloat and constant exposure to the weather and water eventually corrodes even the sturdiest of hulls. The drydocking of a ships has been vital requirement since the beginning of recorded history. Most ship repairs and modifications below the waterline can only be accomplished with the drydocking of a vessel. The drydocking of a ship involves the process of lifting, lowering and balancing an extremely heavy weight. A successful drydocking involves the raising and supporting of a ship out of water; safely maintaining that position throughout the period of work on the ship; and then the safe return of the ship to its normal floating position. Normally the Captain or Master is the one person responsible for the safety of the ship, however, the Dock Master assumes this responsibility when the ship enters a dry dock. This National Occupational Certificate at NQF level 6 resulted from an identified industry and employer need and represents a step in the established sub-field learning pathway. It will contribute to sustainable and professional management of ports and terminals to ensure South Africa's economic growth and prosperity. This qualification has been generated to ensure South Africa's compliance with international competitive trends in the ports and harbours industry. A new port training strategy was the subject of a United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) held in Porto during May 2002. Three South African delegates were in attendance. A plan of action for the implementation of the new Port Management Programme (PMP) was established at the conference for three represented linguistic groups, being French, Portuguese and English. This qualification provides for implementation of that programme in South Africa. To date all training of managers for South African ports was outsourced to Belgium and the Netherlands. Furthermore, there is a need for an NQF compliant qualification that will provide the South African authorities with the opportunity to present this education and training locally. PURPOSE The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as Dock Master. The Dock Master plans, coordinates and controls the safe and efficient docking and undocking of all vessels and or structures for the purposes of surveys, planned maintenance, unplanned repairs, alterations and refits. A qualified learner will be able to: 2 P a g e
1. Achieve optimisation of docking and undocking bookings at the management level (NQF Level 6) 2. Plan and coordinate docking and undocking of vessels (NQF level 6) 3. Dock and undock vessels at the management level (NQF Level 6) 4. Warp vessel at the management level (NQF Level 4) 5. Transfer vessel on land at a management level (NQF Level 6) 6. Manage Environmental Protection (NQF Level 4) 7. Maintain and repair at the management level (NQF Level 5) 8. Manage security duties (NQF Level 4) RULES OF COMBINATION This qualification is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge and Practical Skill Modules: Knowledge Modules: 143907000-KM-01, Dock Optimisation Theory, NQF Level 5, Learning Contract Time: 3 days, Credits: 3 (8%) 143907000-KM-02, Vessel Docking and Undocking Planning, NQF Level 6, Learning Contract Time: 16 days, Credits: 16 (45%) 143907000-KM-03, Vessel Docking and Undocking Operations, NQF Level 6, Learning Contract Time: 5 days, Credits: 5 (15%) 143907000-KM-04, Warping of Vessel at Management Level, NQF Level 4, Learning Contract Time: 1 day, Credits: 1 (3%) 143907000-KM-05, Vessel Movement after Docking at Management Level, NQF Level 4, Learning Contract Time: 1 day, Credits: 1 (3%) 143907000-KM-06, Environmental Protection, NQF Level 4, Learning Contract Time: 3 days, Credits: 3 (8%) 143907000-KM-07, Dock Maintenance Theory, NQF Level 6, Learning Contract Time: 3 days, Credits: 3 (8%) 143907000-KM-08, Docking and Undocking Safety and Emergency Practices, NQF Level 5, Learning Contract Time: 2 days, Credits: 2 (5%) 143907000-KM-09, Security Awareness, NQF Level 4, Learning Contract Time: 2 days, Credits: 2 (5%) Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 36 Practical Skill Modules: 143907000-PM-01, Optimise bookings of docking and undocking vessels, NQF Level 6, Credits: 5 143907000-PM-02, Plan and prepare for the docking and undocking of vessels, NQF Level 6, Credits: 18 143907000-PM-03, Lead and organise docking and undocking operations, NQF Level 6, Credits: 15 143907000-PM-04, Control vessel warping operations, NQF Level 4, Credits: 2 143907000-PM-05, Manage vessel transfer, NQF Level 6, Credits: 2 143907000-PM-06, Manage environment protection of dry docked vessels, NQF Level 4, Credits: 2 143907000-PM-07, Plan and organise maintenance and repair of vessels in dock, NQF Level 5, Credits: 8 143907000-PM-08, Identify security risks and develop contingency plans, NQF Level 4, Credits: 2 Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 54 Work Experience Modules: 143907000-WM-01, Processes and procedures for optimising booking of undocking and docking, NQF Level 6, Learning Contract Time 10 days, Credits: 2 143907000-WM-02, Organisational and legislative requirements for the planning of docking and undocking of vessels as per organisational and legislative requirements, NQF Level 6, Learning Contract Time 60 days, Credits: 36 143907000-WM-03, Policies and procedures for implementing docking and undocking, NQF Level 6, Learning Contract Time 120 days, Credits: 31 143907000-WM-04, Complying with vessel handling procedures at a management level, NQF Level 4, Learning Contract Time 30 days, Credits: 2 3 P a g e
143907000-WM-05, Procedures for implementing vessel transfer, NQF Level 6, Learning Contract Time 30 days, Credits: 2 143907000-WM-06, Organisational and legislative requirements for implementation of environmental protection, NQF Level 4, Learning Contract Time 20 days, Credits: 2 143907000-WM-07, Implementation framework for maintenance and repair in the dock and facility, NQF Level 5, NQF Level 5, Learning Contract Time 60 days, Credits: 13 143907000-WM-08, Security procedures as per international and national maritime security legislation, NQF Level 4, Learning Contract Time 20 days, Credits: 2 Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 90 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The entry requirements are prescribed by the Merchant Shipping (Safe Manning Training and Certification) Regulations and Short Range Certification SRC Further to the above requirement, the learner must be in possession of a Shipwright/Millwright/Boilermaker qualification or Ship Master s level or Civil Engineering Technician (as determined by SAMSA, National/international benchmark, DOL) qualification to enrol for this qualification EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES AND ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA Exit Level Outcome 1 The ability to optimise the docking and undocking booking schedule in line with established safety requirements and regulations (5%) A booking schedule is provided and maintained Ship waiting and dock vacant time are optimised Late arrivals and time overruns are managed Vessel is allocated to most suitable facility Exit Level Outcome 2 The ability to plan and coordinate the docking and undocking of vessels (45%) The position of the vessel in or on dock is planned. Precautions during the sue are determined. Vessel docking condition is established. Dewatering and flooding plan are prepared for docking and undocking (graving docks). Pumping plan is prepared for docking and undocking (floating docks) Exit Level Outcome 3 The ability to manage the docking and undocking of vessels (15%) Manage docking conference is manged. The dock is prepared. Docking documentation is controlled. Control of vessel is transferred and vessel is brought to planned position. Divers are sent to inspect and adjust where necessary. Docking vessel is started to first contact with blocks to completion of sue. Docking is completed. Preparations are made for undocking. 4 P a g e
The vessel is undocked. Exit Level Outcome 4 The ability to manage the warping of the vessel (3%) Vessel is warped into/onto dock Vessel is warped out of dock. Exit Level Outcome 5 The ability to manage the transfer of the vessel on land. (10%) Cradles are built The bilge blocks are secured and / or packed up. Vessel is positioned correctly on side transfer carriage and transfer Exit Level Outcome 6 The ability to manage environmental protection during docking and undocking of vessels. (4%) Activities in or on the dock are monitored. Environmental Plan is developed and managed. Interference between vessels repair activities is monitored and coordinated Exit Level Outcome 7 The ability to manage the maintenance and repair of the dock. (15%) Vessel is warped into/onto dock Vessel is warped out of dock. Exit Level Outcome 8 The ability to manage security duties around the docks and vessels. (2%) Assistance is provided in developing dockyard security contingency plans Security procedures are implemented. INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY Shipping is a global business of great importance to international trade. The utilization of modern management principles, concepts for improving efficiency and sound management practices are increasingly required in the shipping industry. Many of the middle and upper level executives in shipping have a background in functional or technical areas and have limited management training. This qualification will offer re-skilling and up-skilling of such people operating in a port environment. Learners will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to manage and operate dry docking facilities to international standards. 5 P a g e
The international comparability study conducted specifically focused on identifying occupational standards or qualifications used in other countries that might contain indicators of best practice that could be used for comparison to or in the development of the Dock Master qualifications to be submitted for registration to the QCTO. The International Maritime Organisation and its member states (UK, Australia, and India) were selected as best practice as it was accepted as International standards The content, scope and duration of the qualification is uniform internationally. The Maritime profession is an area with globally recognised best practices, standards and Qualifications. This Qualification and set of Unit Standards utilises international and locally recognised best practice and standards. The data collection process included the following: International legislation and conventions An extensive Internet search focussing on the countries identified as best practice countries Follow-up by email to obtain more detailed information especially in relation to case studies Contacting professional and academic colleagues in target countries with direct involvement in the development or application of relevant vocational qualifications The international comparability study was done in various countries, such as Namibia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Australia, USA, Barbados and South Africa. INTEGRATED ASSESSMENT Integrated formative assessment: The skills development provider will use the curriculum to guide them on the stipulated internal assessment criteria and weighting. They will also apply the scope of practical skills and applied knowledge as stipulated by the internal assessment criteria. This formative assessment leads to entrance into the integrated external summative assessment. Integrated summative assessment: An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant QCTO Assessment Quality Partner is required for the issuing of this qualification. The external integrated summative assessment will focus on the exit level outcomes and associated assessment criteria. RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING RPL for access to the external integrated summative assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of result or certifying a work experience record. RPL for access to the qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. ARTICULATION Relation of this Curriculum to the Occupation and Qualification Progression: Learners entering this qualification will likely feed into the industry with a National Occupational Certificate: Dock Master. 6 P a g e
The likely vertical progression for this qualification is a National Occupational Qualification: Labourer, Charge Hand, Shipwright, Assistant Dock Master, and Dock Master. There is no horizontal progression for this qualification. NOTES Qualifying for external assessment: In order to qualify for the external summative assessment learners must have a copy of a completed and signed Statement of Work Experience as well as proof of successful completion of the following subjects and modules or alternative programmes where applicable. Foundational learning competence is pre-requisite for the awarding of this qualification. Additional legal or physical entry requirements: There are no additional legal or physical entry requirements Criteria for the accreditation of providers Accreditation of providers will be done against the criteria as reflected in the relevant curriculum on the QCTO website. The curriculum title and code is: 143907000: Dock Master This qualification encompasses the following trades as recorded on the NLRD: This qualification is not a trade. Part Qualifications This qualification has no part qualification. 7 P a g e