Allocator and Planner of Production Tasks
SAQA ID
0288/08-17
MIN CREDITS
12
EST DURATION
4 DAYS
SETA
MERSETA
How is the programme aligned?
This programme is a SAQA registered skills programme aligned to Unit Standards.
The alignment is as follows
Unit Standards:
- SAQA ID 116218: Explain the planning and scheduling of tasks in a production environment; NQF Level 3, 3 credits
- SAQA ID 244504: Describe and explain the principles of logistics support in a specific context; NQF Level 3, 6 credits
- SAQA ID 9530: Manage work time effectively; NQF Level 3, 3 credits
Who is the target audience?
This skills programme is aimed at individuals who have an interest in a career in production technology. This programme contributes to industries in manufacturing and related fields, which will allow learners who obtain these skills to contribute and function in areas such as day to day planning and scheduling for optimal production. They will be able to describe and explain the principles of logistics support in a specific context. The learner will also obtain a general understanding of time management within a production environment.
What are the entry requirements?
Learners should be competent in the following:
- Communication at Level 2.
- Mathematical literacy NQF Level 2.
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Learners should be able to:
- Contribute to achieving production specifications through optimising organisational structures, functions, and processes at an NQF Level 2.
- Demonstrate an understanding of production technology practices, terminology and systems as applied in manufacturing, engineering, and technology at an NQF Level 2.
- Contribute to efficient and effective production by applying quality standards and procedures at NQF Level 2.
What is the purpose of the programme?
This skills programme will enable learners to understand and apply the principles of logistic support and supply chain flows and functions in a specific production environment.
Learners will also be able to explain and apply the day-to-day planning and scheduling of tasks in a production environment.
This skills programme will help create a general understanding of time management and be able to prioritize activities in the production environment. The learner will also be able to manage their own work time effectively.
What are the learning outcomes?
Successful achievement of the course outcomes will enable learners to:
- Describe and explain the principles of logistics support in a specific context
- Explain the planning and scheduling of tasks in a production environment
- Manage work time effectively
How is the programme structured?
The unit standards of this skills programme have been collated into the following three modules:
- Production planning and scheduling
- Inventory and logistics support
- Time management
How will the course be delivered and assessed?
Facilitation strategy
We offer our clients various facilitation methods based on specific needs. This can include in-person, on-line, virtual facilitation methods or a combination of any of these. Various learning techniques, such as simulations, roleplays and presentations are used. Facilitators give feedback on participation, strengths, and areas for improvement. Practical application is crucial, requiring learners to apply knowledge in their daily work under supervision.
Assessment strategy
- Formative assessment is conducted throughout the course during the facilitated sessions. Assessment activities are included in the Formative Assessment Workbook and will be checked by the Facilitator. Learners are expected to complete all the activities in their workbooks.
- Summative assessment is conducted at the end of the foundational training phase. Learners are expected to complete summative assessment activities in the Summative Assessment Workbook.
What are the workplace requirements?
Outcomes-based skills programmes require application of skills in the workplace. Learners must be exposed to all outcomes related to the Unit Standard; this would include all activities related to production planning and scheduling, inventory and logistics support and time management.
For this course, therefore the following human and physical resources are required:
- A production warehouse for the learner to gain experience and knowledge
- A production manager within the industry to assist with certain tasks in their assessment
What workplace activities will need to be completed?
Some of the practical workplace activities for this course include the following:
- Conducting an interview with the production manager with specific questions given
- Drawing a diagram or sketch of the production floor the learner works on
- Studying data provided and answering questions pertaining to this data
- Drafting a provisional production schedule for a day
- Drawing the priority matrix
- Completing a table and a daily diary entry on how long certain tasks will take to complete
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