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SAQA Qualification · 110318
Injection Moulding Machine Setter
R70 050
(Once-off Institutional License Fee)
Professional Role & Capability Blueprint
- Target Designation
- Certified Injection Moulding Machine Setter Practitioner
- Competency Focus
- Master specialised practical applications, safety criteria, and regulatory mandates required of a qualified Injection Moulding Machine Setter.
- Academic Weight
- Full national recognition at NQF Level 5 yielding 301 credits upon successful PoE verification.
Strategic Institutional Purpose
- Audit Objective
- Formulated to systematically bridge operational skills deficits under the governing MERSETA 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? Individuals with some work experience or prior learning who wish to formalise their skills and advance their careers. The Injection Moulding Machine Setter 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)
107 crTheory · 18 modules
- 714208-002-00-KM-013 cr
Workplace fundamentals
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-KM-022 cr
Health and Safely within a manufacturing context
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-KM-036 cr
Hand tools, measuring, lifting and stacking equipment
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-KM-045 cr
Physical Science
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-KM-055 cr
Fundamentals of Plastics Material Science
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-KM-0610 cr
Fundamentals of Plastic Technology
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-KM-074 cr
Quality in the Manufacturing process
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-KM-083 cr
Applied Mathematics NQF level 3
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-KM-0910 cr
Plastics Material Science
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-KM-106 cr
Basic Principles of Engineering
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-KM-116 cr
Plastic Technology
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-KM-126 cr
Plastic Technology as it applies to Plastic Manufacturing Processes
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-KM-136 cr
Monitoring and Maintenance of Plastics Production Process
NQF Level 4
- 714208-002-00-KM-149 cr
Plastics Technology
NQF Level 4
- 714208-002-00-KM-1510 cr
Monitoring and Maintenance of Plastics Production Process
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-KM-166 cr
Basic Theory of Part Design
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-KM-176 cr
Basic Theory of Forming Device design
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-KM-184 cr
Fundamentals of Team leadership
NQF Level 5
Practical Skill Modules (PM)
69 crApplied · 13 modules
- 714208-002-00-PM-012 cr
Use tools and equipment for plastics manufacturing machine setting process
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-PM-022 cr
Handle, transport and care for moulds and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-PM-062 cr
Install and remove blow mould and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-PM-082 cr
Handle and store materials and perform recycling operations
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-PM-093 cr
Install and remove injection mould and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-PM-123 cr
Shut-down injection moulding machine and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-PM-153 cr
Start-up injection moulding machine and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-PM-183 cr
Perform routine checks and maintenance on plastics processing equipment
NQF Level 4
- 714208-002-00-PM-195 cr
Set- up and programme injection moulding machine and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-PM-222 cr
Shut-down injection moulding machine and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 4
- 714208-002-00-PM-2515 cr
Monitor and evaluate injection moulding processes to optimise production output
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-PM-2812 cr
Coordinate maintenance on machines, equipment and tools
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-PM-2915 cr
Perform trials on designated mould and material without setting sheet for injection moulding
NQF Level 5
Work Experience Modules (WM)
120 crSite · 14 modules
- 714208-002-00-WM-012 cr
Conduct Quality Assurance at Various Stages of the Process
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-WM-042 cr
Maintain Productive and Effective Work Teams for a Quality Business Unit
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-WM-052 cr
Render Quality Planning, Monitoring and Communication Services
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-WM-072 cr
Attend to Standard Financial Planning, Monitoring and Controlling Procedures of the Quality Business Unit
NQF Level 2
- 714208-002-00-WM-083 cr
Plan and Control Targets and Performance Standards in Accordance with Workplace Processes and Procedures
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-WM-112 cr
Shutting-down injection moulding machine and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-WM-143 cr
Starting-up injection moulding machine and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 3
- 714208-002-00-WM-173 cr
Performing routine checks and maintenance on plastics processing equipment
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-WM-186 cr
Setting- up and programming injection moulding machine and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-WM-214 cr
Shutting-down the injection moulding machine and auxiliary equipment
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-WM-2430 cr
Monitoring and evaluating injection moulding processes to optimise production output
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-WM-2716 cr
Coordinate maintenance on machines, equipment and tools
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-WM-2825 cr
conducting trials on new mould and materials for injection moulding
NQF Level 5
- 714208-002-00-WM-3120 cr
Exposure to the value chain in a Plastic manufacturing process
NQF Level 5
Official SAQA Curriculum
Source of truth · SAQA ID 110318 · Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology › Manufacturing and Assembly
Purpose▾
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as an Injection Moulding Machine Setter. An Injection Moulding Machine Setter optimally sets up injection moulding machinery and relevant auxiliary equipment to manufacture components according to specifications. A qualified learner will be able to: • Remove and install moulds, dies and forming devices and auxiliary equipment according to procedure. • Manufacture plastic products. • Conduct operational maintenance and coordinate major maintenance on machines, equipment and tools following specifications. • Conduct trials on new moulds die and forming devices and materials to determine process parameters.
Rationale▾
This qualification is one of the newly revised Plastics Manufacturing Machine Setter's specialised qualifications. The qualification is designed for learners who specialise in injection moulding machine set within the plastics manufacturing sector. The qualification is aimed at both new entrants as well as learners who have been working within the plastics manufacturing industry. Upon completion of the qualification, learners will be able to initiate and maintain plastics manufacturing processes by: • Setting-up mould and auxiliary equipment and processes to manufacture quality plastic components. • Solving common problems to produce quality products to meet customer needs. • Interacting with others to achieve manufacturing objectives. Furthermore, this qualification will provide learners with a foundation to pursue the other two (2) specialised qualifications within the plastics manufacturing sector, these being, Extrusion Blow Moulding and Extrusion Moulding Machine Setter. Upon completion of the qualification, learners can: • Advance their careers by taking higher-level responsibilities within their organisations such as team leader or supervisor. • Participate effectively in the plastic manufacturing industry, whether in small, medium or large enterprises.
Learning Assumed to be in Place & RPL▾
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of results or certifying a work experience record. RPL for access to the Qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: • National Certificate: Plastics Manufacturing, NQF Level 5.
Exit Level Outcomes▾
- Plan and prepare for the plastic manufacturing process.
- Install tools, die, forming device and auxiliary equipment.
- Safely set up, program, start up, optimise and shut down the machine and auxiliary equipment.
- Remove tools, die and forming device.
- Conduct operational maintenance inspections and record on machines and auxiliary equipment.
Qualification 110318 · Curriculum Architecture
Occupational Certificate: Injection Moulding Machine Setter · NQF Level 5 (301 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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Broken Standard
- 📄Photocopied guides with mismatched outcomes
- ❔Missing formative/summative assessments
- ⚠️No SETA alignment matrix — audit fails
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- 🕳️PoE gaps flagged in moderation
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- ✓18 KM + 13 PM + 14 WM modules mapped to NQF Level 5
- ✓Pre-validated assessment bank per module
- ✓MERSETA alignment matrix included
- ✓Facilitator scripts + learner activities per credit
- ✓PoE templates that survive external moderation
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