Vol. 419, No. 21233, 26 May 2000
GENERAL NOTICE
Notice 524 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 LIFE SCIENCES IN HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING |
National Standards Body (NSB) 10 – Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences – wishes to establish an SGB in the sub-field Life Sciences at NQF Level 5 – 8.
The SGB will develop appropriate and specific standards and qualifications for Life Sciences learning, with reference to the roles of technician, technologist, analyst, scientist, and researcher. Learning areas in the Life Sciences range widely and would include the following: biotechnology, genetics, microbiology, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology, parasitology, haematology, botany (plant sciences), zoology, entomology and laboratory animal sciences. This list is by no means exhaustive.
Proposed brief of the SGB
Collate the various qualifications that have been developed in the sub-field to identify the core competencies embedded within them [Regulation 24(1)(a)]. In the first instance, a generalist approach will be followed, but requirements for specific qualifications will be taken into account.
Design learning pathways for HET practice within the learning pathways for the field [Regulation 24(1)(e)].
Generate the following qualifications for life scientists in HET at Levels 5 – 8 with reference to the roles and specialisations described above, in accordance with Authority requirements [Regulation 24(1)(a)]:
Recommend the qualifications and standards under 3 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-field 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 |
| Du Toit, Dr D | Technikon Pretoria | Committee of Technikon Principals | Head: Dept. of Biological Sciences; PhD |
| Evans, Dr S | Midrand University | Midrand University | HOD/Lecturer; PhD |
| Keulder, Prof PC | University of the North | University of the North | Executive Dean: Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences; PhD |
| Litthauer, Prof D | University of Orange Free State | University of Orange Free State | Professor: Dept. of Microbiology and Biochemistry; PhD |
| Mabidilala, ME | West Rand Health Region | West Rand Health Region | Regional Health Information Manager; BA Cur Nursing |
| Macdonald, Mrs D | Technikon Natal | Committee of Technikon Principals | Associate Director: Dept. of Biotechnology; MSc |
| Madolo, Dr N | National Dept. of Health | National Dept. of Health | Deputy Director; PhD |
| Markus, Dr MB | University of the Witwatersrand | University of the Witwatersrand | Registered Medical Scientist; PhD |
| Mothibe, JV | University of the North | University of the North | Lecturer; BSc Hons |
| Schaller, EMJC | South African College for Teacher Education | South African College for Teacher Education | Lecturer; MA |
| Thobakgale, MJ | MEDUNSA | MEDUNSA | Lecturer; BRad Hons |
| Wilson, Dr AB | Provincial Dept. of Education: Western Cape | Provincial Dept. of Education: Western Cape | Senior Subject Advisor; PhD |
| Zacharias, Prof P | University of Natal | Grassland Society of South Africa | Deputy Dean; Dept. of Agriculture; DSc |