Title of Qualification

National Vocational Certificate Level 2 in Textile (Knitting Machine Operator)

Date:

2015-09-03

NVQF Level:

2

Version:

1

Total Credits:

76

Purpose of the Qualification:

To produce skilled manpower for Knitted Garments or Hosiery Industry who are possessed with necessary knowledge and skills to meet the requirements of the industry in operation and maintenance of knitting machines.

Details of the Qualification:

Code	Comptency Standards	Level	Credits
072300195	Setting up knitting machine according to work specifications	1	17
072300196	Carrying out knitting operations	2	33
072300197	Carrying out repair and maintenance of knitting machines	2	17
072300342	Develop professionalism	3	6

Credit Range:

Compulsory	Elective
76	0

Equivalencies, cross credits, pre requisites:

The minimum level of entry is middle pass(matric prefered) and age limit be 15 years and above. The minimum qualification for teachers should be BSc Textile Engineering or Diploma in Textile Technology with 3 years of industrial cum teaching experience or matriculation along with 6 month certificate in knitting machine operator course with 5 years industry as well as teaching experience.

Requirements for accumulation of credits:

No requirements for accumulation of credit

Requirement for the award of the Qualification:

No prior requirements for the award of the qualification

Transition arrangements for current courses, awards etc:

No prior requirements for the award of the qualification

Standard Setting Body:

National Vocational & Technical (NAVTTC

Remarks:

ISCED Classfication:

twzwiles (clothes, footwear and leather)