Discretionary Grant Available · FP&M SETARolling▾
Fibre, Processing & Manufacturing SETA · FP&M SETA
Rural manufacturing & clothing sub-sector bursaries.
- Window:
- Rolling grant intake
- Priority focus:
- Sewing Machinist · Printing · Forestry
SAQA Qualification · 119451
Carton CAD Operator
R54 700
(Once-off Institutional License Fee)
Professional Role & Capability Blueprint
- Target Designation
- Certified Carton CAD Operator Practitioner
- Competency Focus
- Master specialised practical applications, safety criteria, and regulatory mandates required of a qualified Carton CAD Operator.
- Academic Weight
- Full national recognition at NQF Level 3 yielding 194 credits upon successful PoE verification.
Strategic Institutional Purpose
- Audit Objective
- Formulated to systematically bridge operational skills deficits under the governing FP&MSETA quality matrix.
- Value Proposition
- Equips your workforce with measurable, legally compliant skills to optimise productivity, satisfy Workplace Skills Plans (WSP), and unlock maximum B-BBEE scorecard weight.
Who is this for
Who should enrol? Entry-level workers, school leavers, or career changers who want to gain foundational skills. The Carton CAD Operator welcomes learners from diverse backgrounds, including those with limited formal education but relevant practical experience. The flexible learning approach ensures that everyone can progress at their own pace while achieving the same high standard of competence.
Qualification Rules · Module Matrix
Official SAQA module breakdown parsed from the qualification's registered rules.
Knowledge Modules (KM)
74 crTheory · 10 modules
- 718304-006-00-KM-014 cr
Introduction to the Printing and Packaging Industry
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00-KM-026 cr
Printing Science and Chemistry
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00KM-034 cr
Quality studies in the Printing Industry
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00-KM-049 cr
Productivity and Economics
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00-KM-052 cr
Environment and Energy Efficiency
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00-KM-068 cr
Receiving Digital Data and File Preparation
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00-KM-078 cr
Pre-flighting
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00-KM-0815 cr
Preparation of Carton Samples
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00-KM-0910 cr
Workplace Fundamentals
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00-KM-108 cr
Basic Equipment Maintenance
NQF Level 3
Practical Skill Modules (PM)
80 crApplied · 2 modules
- 718304-006-00-PM-0140 cr
Design Carton/Container Sample/Prototype to Specifications
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00-PM-0240 cr
Design and Produce a Die for a Carton
NQF Level 3
Work Experience Modules (WM)
40 crSite · 2 modules
- 718304-006-00-WM-0115 cr
Design Carton/Container/Sample/Prototype to Specification by Hand
NQF Level 3
- 718304-006-00-WM-0225 cr
Work with CAD to Design Carton Samples
NQF Level 4
Official SAQA Curriculum
Source of truth · SAQA ID 119451 · Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology › Engineering and Related Design
Purpose▾
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Carton CAD Operator. A Carton CAD Operator designs and draws carton/containers to specifications and makes up sample/prototype carton/containers. A qualified learner will be able to: • Manually design and draw carton/containers to specifications using appropriate tools and instruments. • Make up sample carton/containers by hand. • Design and draw carton/containers to specifications using an appropriate CAD programme. • Make up carton/container samples using a digital cutting and creasing machine (plotter).
Rationale▾
This qualification will provide a training platform for new entrants, but more importantly to recognise workplace skills and experience acquired and translate it into formal education and training. Learners who are assessed as competent against this qualification will prepare carton designs using hand drawing methods and Computer Aided Design (CAD) to produce carton/container samples and prototypes to customer specifications. This represents a specialised skill within an industry that has extended its reach from local markets, to ensure state of the art carton production and product packaging that enables local produces to compete on the local market and internationally. The qualification contributes to the development of qualified artisans in the printing industry. The career pathway is open to all youth, school leavers and any technical minded individual that has a flair for design and print. The qualification will enhance career progression for a substantial number of current employees, who will eventually acquire certification and offer opportunities for new entrants. Trained learners will be able to complete the entire qualification and practice as qualified Carton CAD Operators. Progressing beyond the requirement of this qualification, learners will become Carton CAD Operators and further related occupations like Carton Die Making, Carton Gluing Machine Operator, Carton Cutting and Creasing Machine Minder, Printing Estimator, Packaging Manager, Warehousing and Distribution Manager (Printing) and Production Manager.
Exit Level Outcomes▾
1. Draw carton designs to specifications and make up samples.
Qualification 119451 · Curriculum Architecture
Occupational Certificate: Carton CAD Operator · NQF Level 3 (194 Credits)
Three Curriculum Pillars
Knowledge Modules
Classroom & E-Learning
- Facilitated lectures & self-study
- Written question banks
- Formative comprehension checks
Practical Skill Modules
Simulated Line Tasks
- Simulated line tasks
- Observation rubrics
- Structured task sheets
Work Experience Modules
On-the-Job Production
- On-the-job rotation
- Mentor logbooks
- Workplace sign-offs
Evidence & Audit Pipeline
Learner Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)Owner · Candidate▾
Admin & Registration
ID, learner contract, induction pack, POPIA consent.
Knowledge Evidence
Written assessments & question banks — KM-01 to KM-07.
Practical Evidence
Task sheets, observation rubrics, assessor photos.
Workplace Evidence
Logbooks, mentor sign-offs, supervisor letters.
Assessor Master FileOwner · Registered Assessor▾
Assessment Reports
Judgements, learner feedback, remediation agreements, appeals log.
Internal Moderation & Quality FileOwner · Moderator / SDP▾
Moderation Evidence
10% sampling matrix, HACCP/LOTO compliance sheets, SDP sign-off.
Final Accreditation Gateway
Issued by the accredited Skills Development Provider once internal moderation is signed off.
Provider submits declaration + PoE to the Assessment Quality Partner (AQP).
QCTO awards the SAQA-registered certificate on successful EISA outcome.
Learning Material Stack
Start-to-Exit Moderation Timeline
- 1
Pre-Delivery Setup
Facilitator induction, learner enrolment forms, baseline assessment, PoE folder issue. Alignment matrix stamped.
- 2
Delivery & Formative Moderation
Modular rollout with formative assessments per KM/PM. Internal moderator reviews evidence weekly; feedback loop before summatives.
- 3
Summative & External Moderation
Summative assessments captured, PoE finalised, submitted for external moderation. Certification uploaded to the SETA/QCTO.
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External moderation dry-run on your PoE + delivery pack. Written report with fixes before your real audit. From R4,900.
Book Moderation SessionClassroom Transformation Blueprint
Broken Standard
- 📄Photocopied guides with mismatched outcomes
- ❔Missing formative/summative assessments
- ⚠️No SETA alignment matrix — audit fails
- 🎲Facilitators improvise Carton CAD Operator delivery
- 🕳️PoE gaps flagged in moderation
i2Graduates Transformation
- ✓10 KM + 2 PM + 2 WM modules mapped to NQF Level 3
- ✓Pre-validated assessment bank per module
- ✓FP&MSETA alignment matrix included
- ✓Facilitator scripts + learner activities per credit
- ✓PoE templates that survive external moderation
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