WATER RETICULATION PRACTITIONER (NQF LEVEL 4)
A Water Reticulation Practitioner installs, operates, and maintains water reticulation/water supply infrastructure.The target audiences for the qualification include:Technical staff seeking to formalize years of experience with a qualification.Scholars/young persons looking to enter the water sector through entry-level occupational qualifications.
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SELF-STUDY FOUNDATION COURSES
The Foundation Courses (i.e. Basic Mathematics, Basic Chemistry, etc.) prepare learners for the occupational qualifications. Scholars (High School Students) can use the Foundation Courses for revision.
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SHORT COURSE PROGRAMME
Water Business College (WBC) is offering several short courses (1-day and 3-day short courses) on water resource management that were previously accredited for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP). The accreditation for the short courses will be renewed. The short courses will be delivered online and in-person.
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DO-IT-YOURSELF (DIY) – ONLINE COURSE
The Do-It-Yourself (DIY) courses focus on applied methods to conduct industry-specific tasks/activities and include courses on municipal water supply systems, as well as the classification and ARD/ABA assessment of waste materials (including mine wastes). The DIY courses are available 24/7.
1.Technicians, younger practitioners, and senior and postgraduate students in the water, related engineering, environmental, and science disciplines.
2.Scholars intending to review basic concepts in mathematics, hydraulics, etc.
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642605001-KM-01 // Module 1 // NQF 4 (CREDITS: 5)
Build an understanding of the basic concepts, principles and practices which relate to the workplace context, and the explicit and tacit rules which govern the workplace. Learner material is available 24/7 online on our LMS.
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642605001-KM-02 // Module 2 // NQF 4 (CREDITS: 6)
Build an understanding of the water services sector, the scope of work, career opportunities and the legislative framework for the Water Reticulation Practitioner. The critical health, safety and legal regulations relating to the Water Reticulation Practitioner’s occupation.Learner material is available 24/7 online on our LMS.
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642605001-KM-03 // Module 3 // NQF 4 (CREDITS: 5)
Build an understanding of the various mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools and equipment and electronic devices used by the WRP. In addition, the module provides specific guidelines when working with electricity and electrical equipment. Learner material is available 24/7 online on our LMS.
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642605001-KM-04 // Module 4 // NQF 4 (CREDITS: 5)
Build an understanding of basic slinging and lifting operations. In addition, the learners will learn the theory regarding directing the operation of cranes used in a water reticulation environment. Learner material is available 24/7 online on our LMS.
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642605001- KM-05 // Module 5 // NQF 4 (TOTAL CREDITS: 17)
Understanding water reticulation systems, contamination, cleaning and disinfecting water mains, construction work, backfilling and compaction, trench excavation and installation of shoring, pressure zones and backflow prevention, maps and engineering drawings, hydraulics and flow measurements, and connecting the customer.Learner material is available 24/7 online on our LMS.
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624605001- KM-06 // Module 6 // NQF 4 (CREDITS: 6)
Build an understanding of pipes, piping, and pipe joining in a water reticulation system.Learner material is available 24/7 online on our LMS.
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624605001- KM-07 // Module 7 // NQF 4 (CREDITS: 9)
Build an understanding of pipe laying, valves and actuators, water meters, pumps, and corrosion control in a water reticulation system. Learner material is available 24/7 online on our LMS.
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624605001- KM-08 // Module 8 // NQF 4 (TOTAL CREDITS: 12)
Build an understanding of operating and maintaining a water reticulation system to reduce water loss through the maintenance of components such as valves, pumps and water meters. The module also focuses on the role of the team in this activity. Learner material is available 24/7 online on our LMS.
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