College of Production Technology

INTRODUCTION TO THE MANUFACTURING ENVIRONMENT – NQF 1

INTRODUCTION TO THE MANUFACTURING ENVIRONMENT – NQF 1

Purpose of this programme:

This fundamental programme offers a complete overview of the manufacturing process as well as addresses aspects relevant to successful production and overall awareness and includes:

  • Purpose of manufacturing
  • Input/output Model
  • Resource availability, (tools, materials, etc)
  • Safety issues
  • Quality aspects
  • Operator involvement
  • Behaviours negatively impacting the organisation
  • Expectations of employees
  • Labour relations
  • HIV/Aids awareness, facts and related issues.
  • Teamwork
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Name of Module Introduction to the Manufacturing Environment
Unit Standards covered

13169 – HIV/AIDS, TB and sexually transmitted diseases (4)

13162 – Identify and describe inputs, outputs, stages and quality indicators (10)

13174 – Inappropriate behaviours in the workplace (2)

13167 – Potential hazards and critical safety issues (2)

13172 – Employer/employee relationships (3)
NQF Level 1
Duration 7
Approval Number MERSETA / SP0007/06-17