Vol. 419, No. 21233, 26 May 2000
GENERAL NOTICE
Notice 522 of 2000
SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY
PUBLIC NOTICE BY NSB 10, PHYSICAL, MATHEMATICAL, COMPUTER AND LIFE SCIENCES, OF THE INTENTION TO REGISTER AN SGB FOR NATURAL SCIENCES IN FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING |
National Standards Body (NSB) 10 – Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences – wishes to establish an SGB for Natural Sciences in the sub-fields Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences and Environmental Sciences at NQF Levels 2 – 4. The Natural Sciences is a central area of learning at FET level, where learners will have the opportunity to specialise in various areas of the Natural Sciences which will enhance their quality of life. An integrated understanding of Natural Sciences and the development of scientific literacy are also important. This qualification could lead to Natural Sciences studies in the Higher Education and Training Band.
PROPOSED BRIEF OF THE SGB
Identify, in consultation with other initiatives in NSB 10, the integration, quality and equity issues of relevance to the sub-field [Regulation 24(1)(e)].
Generate standards and qualifications (Certificates) in the Natural Sciences in the sub-fields Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences and Environmental Sciences in accordance with Authority requirements [Regulation 24(1)(a)]. The SGB will develop appropriate and specific standards for Natural Science learners at NQF Levels 2 – 4 which will culminate in a Further Education and Training Certificate.
Recommend the standards and qualifications under 2 above to the National Standards Body [Regulation 24(1)(c)].
Recommend criteria for the registration of assessors and moderators or moderating bodies [Regulation 24(1)(d)].
Liaise closely with other relevant SGBs in the sub-fields of Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Earth & Space Sciences and Environmental Sciences in the generation of qualifications and standards [Regulation 24(1)(a & e)].
Perform such other tasks as may from time to time be assigned by the NSB [Regulation 24(1)(e)].
PROPOSED COMPOSITION OF THE SGB
NOMINEE |
WORKPLACE |
NOMINATED BY |
EXPERIENCE/ QUALIFICATIONS |
| Beckedahl, Prof HR | University of Natal | Council of the Society of South African Geographers | Associate Professor: Discipline of Geography; PhD |
| Braun, Prof M | University of Pretoria | University of Pretoria | Lecturer; DSc in Theoretical Physics |
| Crossman, Mrs SP | St. Stithians Boys’ College | St. Stithians Boys’ College | HOD: Physical Science; BSc; HDE |
| Daniels, TB | Rocklands High School | Rocklands High School | HOD: Physical Science and Biology; BEd; BSc |
| Hobden, Dr PA | University of Natal | CASME | Science Educator; Senior Programme Co-ordinator; PhD |
| Manzini, S | Sishosonke High School | Sishosonke High School | HOD: Natural Science; MEd in Science Education |
| Mdluli, MA | Pretoria College of Engineering | Pretoria College of Engineering | Lecturer; National Diploma in Engineering; National Higher Diploma in Education |
| Moolla, MA | St. Lukes Senior College | St. Lukes Senior College | Educator: 10 years’ experience; MEd; BSc |
| Muwanga, Z | Centre for Advancement of Science and Mathematics (Rhodes University) | CASME | Science Facilitator; MEd in Science Education; MSc in Entomology |
| Nemukula, TB | Pretoria West College of Engineering | Pretoria West College of Engineering | HOD: Maths and Physics; BSc Hons |
| Ngwenya, NH | University of Zululand | University of Zululand | Lecturer; MEd |
| Pillay, GS | Umbumbulu College of Education | Umbumbulu College of Education | Lecturer Med; BSc Hons |
| Preethlaal, P | Provincial Education Dept. KwaZulu Natal | KwaZulu Natal Association of Sciences and Technology Educators | Acting Subject Advisor; BSc; MEd in Science Education |
| Thabele, RT | Technikon Natal | Technikon Natal | Vice-Principal (Administration); PhD |
| Van Staden, Dr E | Technikon Northern Gauteng | Committee of Technikon Principals | HOD: Faculty of Education; MSc in Zoology; DPhil in Education |