Bachelor of Applied Science in Textile Science
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology - Fabrication and Extraction
Purpose and Rationale
Bachelor of Applied Science in Textile Science
Purpose:
The Bachelor of Applied Science in Textile Science aims to provide a unique blend of practical application and theory, which immerses learners into a wide range of textile-related scientific aspects within a specialized area of textile manufacturing and research. The theoretical underpinnings of this qualification have a core discipline of textile science. The purpose of this qualification is to equip learners with the necessary theoretical and scientific knowledge of disciplines and fields of study to be used in an academic or specialized context. Thorough grounding in the knowledge, scientific theory, principles, and skills of the career or profession concerned requires an individual who can critically analyze and effectively apply knowledge in the textile environment. The learner's knowledge will position him/her within the textile industry in which he/she can make a valid contribution to the South African Textile Industry and the social and economic climate in general. Learners achieving this qualification will be able to conduct research, formulate appropriate responses, develop and improve systems and policy and combine a wide range of textile-related scientific knowledge, skills, and experience within specialized areas of the textile sector. The modules incorporated into this qualification will ensure competency as an analytical thinker, a well-rounded technical person who is equipped with theoretical and scientific knowledge, and who can critically and effectively practice and communicate this knowledge in the workplace. As a result, the learner will become a team player who contributes, learns and applies practical knowledge during the interaction at the workplace.
Rationale:
With advancements and scientific development taking place in the textile sector, there is a specific need for higher caliber analytical and scientifically competent learners. With the previous government policies, there was a large shortage of local and indigenous learners in the textile field; consequently, this sector was extensively reliant on overseas expertise. This reliance resulted in a sudden shortage of highly competent local learners and expertise in the technical field, production planning, and middle management in the manufacturing sector as overseas experts retired. Learners with higher scientific competency will improve product development capacity, production efficiency, and the competitive edge of the South African industry, leading to economic growth, job creation, and higher living standards for the community. The design and delivery of the qualification are aligned with the institution's policies, which are also aligned with the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF). When designing this qualification, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) Level Descriptors were adhered to.
Outcomes
- Critically analyse and apply principles of a particular area of textile processing to the efficient running of this process.
- Interpret and apply the theoretical understanding of the sciences in relation to textile product development and engineering practice.
- Practically implement theoretical principles of production organisation and control techniques to a textile manufacturing process.
- Formulate and communicate theoretical knowledge and best practices in the textile context.
- Utilise technical and scientific knowledge and skills to conduct basic research.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Analyse and explain principles behind the major textile manufacturing operational stages.
- Quantify operational parameters and operational rates.
- Identify potential limitations and problems and propose solutions.
- Formulate options for improvement.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
- Interpret and apply theoretical knowledge related to textile science to contextualised situations.
- Measure and quantify appropriate data.
- Calculate and display numerical and statistical data in a scientific way.
- Select a course of action based on accepted scientific and engineering practice appropriately.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
- Apply production measuring techniques appropriately.
- Show calculated data is in industry standard formats and communicable.
- Demonstrate an awareness of possible problems and misrepresentations.
- Make management decisions based on the outcomes.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
- Construct reports clearly using scientifically correct quantitative terminology.
- Derive arguments based on sound theoretical understanding of textile processes.
- Apply plant level industrial relation procedures.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
- Apply knowledge of scientifically acceptable ways by which a textile product can be modified.
- Evaluate a feasible textile related research topic.
- Validate an understanding of the research process by compiling a research proposal based on sound scientific methods.
- Compile a valid and applicable literature survey.
- Collect, analyse, organise and evaluate critically information.
- Exhibit research writing skills by compiling a research report with clear findings, discussion and recommendations.
Integrated Assessment:
Integrated assessments will be used to combine the assessment of a variety of different skills at the same time, including:
- Assessing a number of Exit Level Outcomes together.
- Assessing a number of Associated Assessment Criteria together.
- Using a combination of assessment methods and instruments.
This is to ensure that the purpose of the qualification is achieved. Integrated assessments will combine a number of different elements and will require learners to bring together different sets of Exit Level Outcomes of learning into a demonstration of applied competence.
Integrated assessment will be emphasised in the Bachelor of Applied Science in Textile Science because it links to the notion of applied competence which is a central concern of the National Qualification Framework. Applied competence will be achieved by combining practical competence, foundational competence, and reflective competence.
Integrated assessments will:
- Assess a number of Exit Level Outcomes together using written classroom tests, practicals, projects, presentations, and/or assignments.
- Assess a number of Associated Assessment Criteria together using written classroom tests, practicals, projects, presentations, and/or assignments.
- In some cases, use a number of assessment methods for an outcome.
Integrated assessment will support integrated learning. It will develop and measure the learner's abilities not only to understand the underpinning theory but also apply it in authentic contexts and to reflect on what they have learned, what they are doing, and why they are doing it.
Formative and Summative Assessment:
- Formative assessments will be used to support the learner developmentally and to provide feedback into the teaching and learning process. Typically, Formative assessments will comprise 40% of the final mark.
- Summative assessments will be used to evaluate and measure the learner's learning, skills acquisition, and academic achievement. Typically, Summative assessments will comprise 60% of the final mark.
Academic staff who teach a course/module are responsible for designing, implementing, and marking both formative and summative learner assessments, for recording results, and for feedback to learners.
Qualification Details
- Type
- National First Degree
- NQF Level
- 07
- Min. Credits
- 360
- SAQA Source
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