A learning programme leading to the award of a qualification or unit standards at NQF level 3 shall develop learners who demonstrate with regard to:
| (i) | a basic understanding of one or more fields’ or disciplines’ key concepts and knowledge, in addition to the fundamental areas of study; |
| (ii) | an understanding of the organisation or operating environment as a system; |
| (iii) | application of skills in measuring the environment using key instruments and equipment; |
| (iv) | operational literacy; |
| (v) | an ability to use their knowledge to select appropriate procedures to solve problems within given parameters; |
| (vi) | a basic ability to summarise and interpret information relevant to the context from a range of sources; |
| (vii) | an ability to take a position on available information, discuss the issues and reach a resolution; and |
| (viii) | produce a coherent presentation and report, providing explanations for positions taken; |
| (i) | a capacity to operate within clearly defined contexts; |
| (ii) | an ability to work and learn within a managed environment; and |
| (iii) | capacity to actively contribute to team effectiveness. |
