National Certificate: Transport Operations 61489 NQF Level 5

Purpose:

The purpose of this qualification is to ensure the coordination and implementation of transport operations so that freight (goods, passengers or livestock) is moved from origin to destination in terms of stakeholder requirements. This must be done in compliance with legislative requirements and international codes and practices.
This qualification builds on the qualification at NQF Level 4 dealing with practical aspects of transport operations. It will provide career development opportunities for those working in transport operations, and promote mobility across the different modes of transport.

Duration: 12 months

· January intake

· June intake

QUALIFICATION RULES

For award of the qualification, candidates must achieve the required number of credits as specified in the rules of combination below as well as the criteria specified for integrated assessment in the Integrated Assessment Criteria below.

Rules of combination:

· All unit standards in the Fundamental Component (16 credits) are compulsory.

· All unit standards in the Core Component (95 credits) are compulsory.

· Learners must choose unit standards totalling at least 27 credits from the Elective Component

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Establish and maintain service level agreements in a transport function.

2. Plan transport and transport infrastructure to meet contractual obligations.

3. Apply the principles of the economics of transport to transport operations.

Critical Cross-Field Outcomes:

This qualification addresses the following critical cross-field outcomes, as detailed in the associated unit standards:

Identifying and solving problems in which responses indicate that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made when compiling service level agreements.
Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, or community when establishing communication systems.
Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively when integrated transport operations are planned.
Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information when information systems are being set up.
Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical, and/or language skills in the modes of oral/written persuasion when service level agreements are compiled.
Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others when planning integrated transport operations.
Demonstrating and understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation when transport operations infrastructure is being designed

ID	UNIT STANDARD TITLE	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	CREDITS
Core	255801	Demonstrate an understanding of risk in a transport function	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	5
Core	255794	Demonstrate an understanding of the economics of transport	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	10
Core	255797	Determine, monitor, and control transport operating costs	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	10
Core	255805	Establish and maintain service level agreements in a transport function	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	8
Core	255804	Establish tariffs in a transport function	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	10
Core	255800	Implement risk mitigation and contingency plans in response to transport related incidents	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	8
Core	255798	Maintain compliance with transport legislation	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	6
Core	255802	Plan transport to meet contractual obligations and service level agreements	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	12
Core	255795	Provide a supply chain visibility service to customers	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	6
Core	255799	Provide design input to transport infrastructure	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	8
Core	255796	Tender for business in the transport sector	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	4
Core	255803	Integrate transport operations into total supply chain solutions	Level 6	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6	8
Fundamental	117763	Prepare, verify and distribute reports	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	16
Elective	14927	Apply problem-solving strategies	Level 4	NQF Level 04	4
Elective	119676	Apply the skills of customer care in a specific work environment	Level 4	NQF Level 04	4
Elective	120127	Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of issues of compliance or non-activity that could result in civil or criminal liability in terms of business law	Level 4	NQF Level 04	2
Elective	242685	Demonstrate knowledge of environmental legislation as it impacts on management of risk	Level 4	NQF Level 04	6
Elective	110000	Generate information and reports for internal and external use	Level 4	NQF Level 04	10
Elective	242819	Motivate and Build a Team	Level 4	NQF Level 04	10
Elective	114272	Analyse complaints and reports relating to referred disputes and select appropriate resolution process	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	10
Elective	15234	Apply efficient time management to the work of a department/division/section	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	4
Elective	252037	Build teams to achieve goals and objectives	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	6
Elective	15219	Develop and implement a strategy and action plans for a team, department or division	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	4
Elective	15224	Empower team members through recognising strengths, encouraging participation in decision making and delegating tasks	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	4
Elective	252024	Evaluate current practices against best practice	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	4
Elective	15225	Identify and interpret related legislation and its impact on the team, department or division and ensure compliance	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	4
Elective	15229	Implement codes of conduct in the team, department or division	Level 5	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5	3
Elective	252034	Monitor and evaluate team members against performance standards

Entry level requirements

Grade 12 certificate or equivalent

Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 4.
Communication at NQF Level 4.
Computer Literacy at NQF Level 3.

learner obtaining this qualification will be able to:

Maintain compliance with transport legislation.
Establish and maintain service level agreements in a transport function.
Implement risk mitigation and contingency plans in a transport environment.
Plan transport and transport infrastructure to meet contractual obligations.
Apply the principles of the economics of transport to transport operations.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Import / Export Manager
Warehouse Supervisor
Logistics manager
Transnet
Business Management
Habour
Operations Manager
Airport
International Ports & shipping Companies

FEES STRUCTURE 2021 INTAKE

Registration fee ( Once OFF) : R350 ( non-refundable)
Administration Fee ( Once OFF) : R2000 ( non-refundable)

Monthly Fee: R1200 ( payable on the 1^st , 2^nd or 3^rd of every month) Assessment fee: R3000 ( once off payable before 15^th March 2021 )

TOTAL FEES PER YEAR = R18550

Bank Details

Account Holder

: Diversity Technology Training Institute

Account

: 62574156975

Branch Code

Bank

Reference Number

: 250655

: First National Bank

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