MATRIC SUPPORT BOOKLET 2021 - WORDSWORTH HIGH ...

MATRIC SUPPORT BOOKLET
 2021
 VISION

 Every learner feels valued and inspired in our innovative education system.

 MISSION

We are committed to provide functional and modern schools that enable quality teaching and learning to protect and promote the right of every learner to
 quality, equitable and relevant education.

26. Subject Specific Support – From A-Z:
 TABLE OF CONTENTS  Accounting
  Agricultural Sciences
  Agricultural Management Practice
1. Vision and Mission of the GDE
  Agricultural Technology
2. Foreword  Business Studies
3. Pledge for Success  CAT and IT
4. Non-negotiables  Consumer Studies
5. Count down  Civil technology
6. National Senior Certificat  CVTS – Civil Services
7. Self assessment – Career Choice  CVTS – Construction
  Dance Studies
8. Admission Point Score (APS)
  Design
9. NSFAS – Have you applied?  Dramatic Arts
10. School Based Assessment (SBA)  Economics
11. Time Management  Electrical Technology (Power Systems, Electronics, Digital)
12. Time wasters  Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD)
13. 2021 Senior Secondary Intervention Programme (SSIP)  English – Home Languages
14. Study Aides  English – First Additional Languages
  Geography
15. Study Tips – Think like an examiner
  History
16. How to answer questions  Hospitality
17. Study tips – answering short questions, note taking and  Life Orientation
 mobile notes  Life Sciences
18. Ways to overcome exam anxiety  Mathematics
19. Beating exam stress – before and during the exams  Mathematical Literacy
  Mechanical Technology – Welding and Metalworks
20. Yes, I can!
  Mechanical Technology – Fitting and Machining
21. Overwhelmed? Struggling to survive? We can help!  Mechanical Technology – Automotive
22. Facing dragons  Music
23. Prelims Time-Table  Physical Sciences
24. My personal profile – Track your progress!  Religion Studies
25. Taking care of yourself during the pandemic  Technical Sciences
  Technical Mathematics
  Tourism
  Visual Arts

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FOREWORD
Dear Matriculant

The Matric year signifies the impending end of a 12-year journey of
basic education. It also represents a transition towards post-school
destinations which include admission to Higher Education
Institutions (e.g. universities, colleges and universities of technology) PLEDGE for SUCCESS
as well as the world of work.

It is a key imperative for the Gauteng Department of Education to I ____________________________________________________________________ (name)
ensure:
  Continued improvement of matric results; and
  Continued provision of support to learners to ensure that from _______________________________________________________________(school)
 they achieve their National Senior Certificate (NSC).
 pledge to fully commit myself to the achievement of my National Senior
 Certificate.
This booklet has been developed for that purpose to provide practical
guidelines through a FINAL PUSH STRATEGY that focuses on the
importance of the NSC, career counselling, study skills and subject
 I will:
specific exam tips for all the NSC subjects.
  Attend all classes for all my subjects;
The booklet also serves to motivate the learner to strive for  Attend SSIP classes or extra classes;
excellence, even in these difficult times of the COVID-19 pandemic.  Ask for assistance or support whenever I experience
Various helplines are provided to ensure that learners will seek and challenges;
access help timeously.  Suspend all activities that may be detrimental for my success.

As the count down continues towards the final NCS exams, the GDE
wishes that all students will refocus their attention and energies Signed :__________________________
towards achieving the NSC. We wish you well and encourage you to
 Date :__________________________
give your best shot for the preparation of the final exams.
 Witness :__________________________
 Witness 2 :__________________________

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NON-NEGOTIABLES COUNT DOWN
 Every learner and teacher must ensure that they attend every
  The Countdown to the start of the Matric Final Examination is
 lesson and that they are in class on time; Teachers prepared and
 an indication of the available days left to prepare for the
 ready to teach and learners prepared and ready to learn.
 examinations
 All learners must be fully focused and give 100% attention and
 participation in all class activities  All learners, teachers, each classroom and school must have
 Learners must ensure that they use all available resources and an “Olympic approach” towards counting down the number
 LTSM, including workbooks, study Guides such as “Mind the of days to ensure preparations are on track for each
 Gap” and pass question papers to prepare fully for all examination
 examinations  Learners must maximize the use of available time and
 All learners must attend all the extra tuition and support resources to ensure optimal utilization and preparations for
 programmes offered by the School and by the Department the examinations
 o The School-Based extra tuition, support and study
 programmes
 o The Provincial SSIP Saturday and holiday extra tuition
 and support programmes OFFICIAL COUNTDOWN STARTED
 o The Provincial Examination preparation camps in WHEN THE SCHOOLS REOPENED!
 October
 Each learner must develop and commit to their personal study 198 SCHOOL DAYS in 2021
 timetable in addition to the School Based Study programmes.
 This is for examination preparations and studying at home. Term 1: 48 school days – 48 days = 00 days
 Each learner must give 100% participation and effort to ensure Term 2: 50 school days minus 16 Exam Days = 34 for
 optimal utilization and contribution of School Based Assessment Teaching and Learning (T&L)
 [SBA] marks towards the final examination marks [SBA = 25% Term 3: 53 school days minus 19 Exam days = 34 for
 and Exam Marks = 75%] Teaching and Learning
 o Learners must ensure that they prepare and present Term 4: 5[47] school days for Revision (R)
 themselves for Oral work as part of the Language
 assessment component Total T&L&R for 2021 = 48+34+34+5 = 121 days
 o Learners must prepare and complete all practical work From 31 JULY 2021 = 73 school days for T&L
 and tasks in subjects with a Practical Component
 TRACK THE REMAINING WEEKS/DAYS AND HOURS:
Matric learners must reprioritize their social, cultural, sport and
other activities to ensure that their studies receive priority and  Count Down Weeks - Days - Hours -
maximum attention. DATE:
 DATE:
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NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE To qualify for the writing of the NSC examination a candidate has
 to go through twelve years of schooling and must complete the
 programme requirements for Grade 10, 11 and 12, separately

 The importance of the National Senior Certificate (NSC) in the
 South African context

 The National Senior Certificate is a three year qualification which
 is attained after completing Grade 10, 11 and 12, based on the
 teaching and learning that takes place over the twelve years of
 schooling.
 In terms of the Action Plan, the following three targets are directly
 measured through performance in the National Senior Certificate:

  Increase the number of Grade 12 learners who become eligible
 for a Bachelor Programme at a University;
  Increase the number of Grade 12 learners who pass
 Mathematics; and
  Increase the number of learners who pass Physical Sciences.

 The National Development Plan (NDP) envisaged that by 2030,
The National Senior Certificate is a qualification based on the South Africans should have access to education of the highest
National Curriculum Statement (NCS) that was introduced for quality, leading to significantly improved learning outcomes. The
the first time in Grade 10 in 2006. NDP makes new proposals in some areas, and in others it
 outlines more general points of departure to frame and guide
The country is implementing a single system of education reforms in education.
managed by the Department of Basic Education and
administered by the Provincial Education Departments (PEDs).
Equally, there is a single system of examination and assessment
administered by 9 different provinces and centrally managed
and coordinated by the Department of Basic Education.

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NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE PASSES
 Must obtain at least 40% for your Home Language.
B Bachelors Pass Must obtain at least 50% for four other High Credit subjects.
 Must obtain at least 30% for two other subjects.

 Must obtain at least 40% for your Home Language.
D Diploma Must obtain at least 40% for four other High Credit subjects.
 Must obtain at least 30% for two other subjects.

 Must obtain 40% in your Home Language.
 Must obtain at least 40% in two other subjects.
HC Higher Certificate Must obtain at least 30% for three other subjects.
 It is important to note that one of your languages must either be English or Afrikaans to qualify for a Higher
 Certificate.

 NSC (National Senior Certificate) Pass
 To get an NSC pass you need your 40% minimum for your home language and 40% for another 2 subjects – you can
 fail a subject – even your first additional language – but you must then get 30% or more for the other 6 making a total
NSC NSC Pass of 6 passes. If you have an average of 33⅓% you will be awarded with your NSC but will not enable you to study at
 any university.

 You need to aim higher!

F Fail Further study may not be possible unless subjects are rewritten

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NSC PASSES SELF ASSESSMENT: career choice
There are different levels of achievement shown on National Senior Have I:
 Attended career guidance sessions as part of Life
Certificate and as such have different implications on the next step Orientation and selected a possible future career or
that a learners should take. field of study.
 Set clear targets to be achieved per subject for SBA’s,
It is always compulsory to pass your home language with at least June Exams, Preparatory Exams and October Final
40% – anything less than 40% for a home language means the Exams
 Developed a personal chart reflecting clear targets
learner has failed.
 for all subjects, numbers and percentages for each
  Bachelors – Will gain you provisional entrance* into any assessment task and for each of the formal examination
 sittings.
 University or degree course.
 Plotted weekly progress against targets captured on
 the chart
  Diploma – Will gain you provisional entrance* into any
 Developed clear ACTION PLANS, reflecting who,
 University of Technology or diploma course. what, how, where and when to achieve the desired
 targets [study timetables]
  Certificate – Will gain you provisional entrance* into any
 Sought immediate support, intervention and
 College or certificate course. remedial action when my progress was declining or
 unsatisfactory

 Discussed progress with:
*PLEASE NOTE:  parents,
  guardians and
The provisional entrance indicated above means even though the  teachers
learner achieved a bachelors degree pass which allows him or her
entrance at the university, however it does not guarantee him/her a My future is set …
space in all the courses because for programmes like Engineering you
might find that the university wants 80% pass in Mathematics and if
the learner had achieved symbols below that she/he will not be
accepted in the programme.

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ADMISSION POINT SCORE (APS)
An Admission Points Score (APS) is the converted average of your matric MY GRADE 11 REPORT
marks. Each mark is converted to a mark out of ten. These marks and
then all added together to give you an Admission Point Score or an
APS. Your APS determines if you are eligible for a specific tertiary
education course. Some courses may require a higher APS than others.
Use the table below to convert your marks into an APS. This is the mark Name: ___________________________________________________________
that tertiary institutions will look at when you apply. School: __________________________________________________________
 Report: Fourth Term 2020 Teacher: ______________________
The point system works as follows:
 SUBJECTS MARKS POINTS
 SYMBOL Percentage POINTS Home Language
 A 80%-100% 7 First Additional Laguage
 B 70%-79% 6 Maths/Maths Lit
 C 60%-69% 5 Life Orientation
 D 50%-59% 4
 E 40%-49% 3
 F 30%-39% 2
 G 0%-29% 1
 TOTAL (APS)
So what does all of this mean? Use the above report to calculate your Admission Point Score (APS) and answer the
  This means you get a point for each Matric subject that following questions:
 you wrote in the final examination.
  The number of points you get for each of your final Matric a. What is your APS?
 b. Which university/universities will you be applying to?
 examination subjects will depend on what percentage c. What course will you be applying for?
 you get for each subject. d. What is the required APS for that course?
  The points get for each subject should then be added up. e. Do you meet the basic APS requirements?
 This total will be your APS. f. Are there additional requirements for admission?
 h. Do you meet these requirements?
 i. Did you apply to sit for the National Benchmark Test (NBT)?
 j. Have you applied to various Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in order to increase
 your chances of admission?

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NSFAS – HAVE YOU APPLIED?
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a public entity
reporting to the Department of Higher Education and Training. NSFAS
provides financial assistance in the form of a study bursary to
qualifying students who wish to study or are already studying at TVET
colleges and public universities.

WHAT DOES THE NSFAS BURSARY COVER?
Applicants who are approved for NSFAS funding are covered for the
following:

  Registration
  Tuition

Allowances for:

  Food
  Accommodation or transport
  Learning material
  Personal care

WHO QUALIFIES FOR THE BURSARY?
You qualify for a NSFAS bursary if you are a South African citizen who
plans to study in 2022 or you are already studying at a public
university or TVET college and you meet the following requirements:

  SASSA grant recipients or
  Your combined household income is not more than R350 000
 per year or
  Person with a disability with a combined household income of
 not more than R600 000 per year or
  Student who begun their university studies before 2018 and
 their household income is not more than R122 000 per year

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SCHOOL BASED ASSESSMENT (SBA) TIME MANAGEMENT
 IMPORTANCE OF SCHOOL BASED ASSESSMENT (SBA)  Make time management your priority - Take a few minutes to
 plan and prioritise your daily action plans, especially your study
  The SBA constitutes 25% of the final mark at the end of the year schedule
 in all subjects except Life Orientation.  Stop stressing about unfinished tasks - Get it done or take it
  SBA tasks for Life Orientation (LO) counts 100%. off your to do list
  Learners who do not have SBA marks for any subject will not be  Find out what action planning tools work best for you - Date
 certificated at the end of the year. books, calendars or task bars
  Give yourself a break- Remember to pace yourself with rest
 SUBJECTS WITH PRACTICAL COMPONENT periods in-between to avoid exhaustion
  As part of SBA, learners must complete Practical Assessment  Maintain focus - When routines are losing value and efficiency,
 (PAT) which will constitute an additional 25% towards the final rearrange activities to meet your daily objectives
 mark. In principle the SBA and PAT will count 50% and the  Stay on Track - Keep your priority items in mind throughout
 examinations 50% towards a final mark. the day.
  Mark your achievements against planned priorities.
 ORAL FOR LANGUAGES
  Get organized - Make sure all the relevant subject and study
  In the past the oral mark was counted twice as part of SBA and
 resource items – stationery, calculators etc. are readily available
 examinations.
  Value time - With more preparation you can put unexpected
  The new policy separates orals, examinations and SBA.
 time to good use by reading, making notes – summarizing using
  The final mark is calculated as follows:
 mind maps - or just catching up
 Examination =62.5%
 SBA =25%  Change time wasting behavior e.g. postponing priorities OR
 Orals =12.5% procrastination.
 Total =100%.
 Reward yourself for your excellent time management skills with a
On the basis of the above it is imperative that each Grade 12 healthy treat.
learner takes the SBA seriously and prepares accordingly.

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IDENTIFYING AND BUSTING TIME WASTERS
 6. Saying Yes Too Much
 We must begin by communicating to others what we can
 and cannot do. Saying no (to anything and anyone that is a time
 waster) is very refreshing. It means that you respect your time
 and wish to utilize it to focus on your schoolwork.

 7. Not Asking for Help
 In the opposite manner of saying “yes” too much, sometimes we
 don’t ask for help enough. When we try to do everything by
1.Social Media ourselves we become run down and irritated. Whatever it is that
If you want to decrease your time spent on social media, begin by you are struggling with the most, ask for help.
taking all social media apps off your phone. Limit yourself to a small
 8. The Unnecessary Tasks or Activities
number of social media platforms you want to be active on.
 When you are considering spending time on tasks or activities,
 think first if it’s something that will be worth the time invested. Is
2. Procrastination
 it something that will improve your studies? Make sure to
If you struggle with procrastination, implement the “Do It Now”
 evaluate whether it’s time well spent before devoting so much
principle. Also, do the thing that you are dreading most, first! If you
 effort into it.
get that task done, you won’t be constantly trying to find other
things to waste your time. 9. Lack of a Routine
 If you lack a routine, you need to start by prioritizing your goals.
3. Clutter
 Then you need to set a general time of day that you want to
This one is simple. Clear out the clutter. Get rid of stuff you don’t
 accomplish those goals. Creating a routine will help you to fill
need, love, or use and organize what’s left.
 your time doing that things that will put you in a better position
 with your studies.
4. Forgetting to Plan
You can begin by designing a study plan or creating a daily routine. 10. Not Prioritizing
By getting into the mindset of thinking a few days to a week ahead, Prioritizing what is important to us is the best step in using the
you will start to save time. time we have more intentionally.
5. Not “Completing the Cycle”
I’ve found that I do better with completing each task by making
more detailed to do lists. Always try to see what you still have to do
in order to finish it completely.

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HOW TO BUST THE TIME WASTERS IN MY LIFE…
The matrix below is essential in helping to identify time-wasters in your Identify the various activities in your life (e.g. school, sports, social
life. media, relationships, etc. etc.) and place them according to a PRIORITY
 LIST utilizing the matrix on the left:

 URGENT NOT URGENT

 IMPORTANT

 NOT IMPORTANT

 Its never too late …you can do it…if you put your mind to it!

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2021 SENIOR SECONDARY INTERVENTION PROGRAMME (SSIP)
Attendance of School Based and the Provincial The 2021 SSIP programme will focus on SELF PREPARATION ASSESSMENT:
SSIP Programmes is COMPULSORY for all SSIP critical subjects identified through results
 SENIOR SECONDARY INTERVENTION PROGRAMME
Schools and learners from SSIP Schools HAVE I:analysis, which include Maths, Tech Maths,
 Mapped key concepts in all
 Maths Lit, Physical Science, Tech Science,
 (SSIP):
and energy MARCH
 to ensure that 2020
The department invests a lot of resources, time
 learners receive all the
 subjects
 Life Science, Economics, Accounting,
 Identified critical info graphics –
 Geography, Business Studies and Home
support required to make a success of their pictures; data tables; photos;
 Language
school career and that they achieve and meet the graphs; labelled sources – that I
minimum requirements for entry to HEI’s and must know in my subjects
further studies. In the year there will be high impact examination Reviewed a significant number
 preparatory camps focusing on getting learners of pass papers and memos to be
The 2020 SSIP programme is made up of ready for the final examinations, including able to identify outstanding subject
 the School – Based programme, and examinations techniques, revision of pass question gaps
 the Provincial SSIP programme papers to drill learners; motivational talks; and Listed the subject areas/
 evening study group sessions under controlled questions that I am still struggling
The SSIP Programmes will comprise: environment etc. with to discuss further with my
 Morning and afternoon extra tuition peers, teachers and/or tutors
 during the school term (check official Prepared personalized resource
 communique from the school) I need to I need I need to I must guides/ study maps per subject
 The School-Based holiday support, prioritise: to take: ask: diarise: that help me to review subject
 revision and study sessions sections with speed
 The district and provincial SSIP
 progammes (camps)

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STUDY AIDES – Please consult various resources
Mind the Gap

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STUDY AIDES – please consult various resources
Study Guides Thutong Educational Portal

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GDE Portal …for all your educational needs. Resources galore!

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HOW TO ANSWER QUESTIONS
 Tips on answering multiple choice questions: STEP 2

 Read the question carefully

 STEP 3

 Answer the question without looking
 at the choices.
STEP 1
Cover the answers STEP 4

 Match your answer to one of the given choices.

  Select the choice that matches your answer.

  If no choice matches your answer, try to
 eliminate some of the choices.

  Look for key words to help you select the best
 answer.

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STUDY TIPS
 Answering short questions – one-word answers  It helps you learn. Actively engaging with the topic by listening and
 then summarizing what you hear helps you understand and
  Use flashcards, writing the key terms, dates and concepts on
 remember the information later.
 the front and the definition, event, and explanations on the
 back.  It helps you keep a record. Notes are a record of what you learned
 in class—and what you need to review.
 Benefits of flashcards:
  It will help you study. Review your notes regularly to get the most
 out of them. You can use them to make up sample test questions or
 even turn them into digital flashcards.
 TIPS on developing MOBILE NOTES
  Use abbreviations or your own kind of shorthand to write quickly.
 Try “w/o” for without or “e.g.” for examples . If typing, get familiar
 with keyboard shortcuts.

  Keep notes short and sweet. Jot down key terms and write in short
 sentences or phrases.
 1. You can take your flashcards with you wherever you go to help
 you learn or revise the content.  Keep track of direct quotes, personal thoughts, and questions
 2. You can use a lot of creativity to develop your flashcards, e.g. you want answered. For example, you could underline anything
 you can use different coloured paper, highlighters and shapes. that’s unclear and that you want to ask your teacher about later.

 3. Many a time a learn through association and the brain is also  Use symbols. Try using an arrow to indicate important things such
 stimulated by colour. as teacher’s clues in class about what is important to study,
 4. You can use your flashcards as game cards. Ask your family or definitions, and key ideas. Hint: If your teacher says “This is
 friends to play along. Let them read the questions and you important” make sure you write it down!
 provide the responses.
 NB: Make your mobile notes on coloured paper. Be creative! Take them
Why Is Note Taking Important? along
  It keeps you awake. Note taking forces you to pay attention for easy reference or study purposes (in bus, car, garden, etc). Ask a
 and helps you focus in class (or while reading a textbook).
 friend or family to test you on the content.

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What is Exam Anxiety? 6. Read carefully.
While it’s completely normal to feel a bit nervous before a test, some students find Read the instructions thoroughly and read all answers before making a choice
test anxiety debilitating. Racing thoughts, inability to concentrate, or feelings of or starting a question. There is nothing worse than putting time into a question
dread can combine with physical symptoms like a fast heartbeat, headache, or and realizing you are not solving for x, or the essay/question is off target.
nausea. Here's what you can do to stay calm in the days leading up to and during Slowing down and stay focused.
your test.
 7. Just start.
1. Be prepared. The blank page can maximize your anxiety. After you’ve read the instructions,
Yes, this seems obvious, but it bears repeating. If you feel confident that you’ve dive right in by making an outline for your answer. Or, find some questions
prepped thoroughly, you’ll feel more confident walking into the exams. FAILURE to you ace to build up your confidence and momentum. You can always go back
PREPARE equals PREPARATION to FAIL! and change things later if needed, but a few quick answers can get the ball
 rolling.
2. Get a good night’s sleep.
 8. Don’t pay attention to what other people are doing.
Cramming is never the answer and pulling an all-nighter can exacerbate your
nerves. Having adequate rest (9–10 hours per night) is likely to be more beneficial Everyone else is scribbling away? Ack! What do they know that you don’t? It
than re-reading a text until dawn. doesn’t matter. Pay attention to your own test and pace and forget about the
 other students in the room.
3. Fuel up.
 9. Watch the clock.
Eat a nutritious breakfast before the test and pack smart snacks for ongoing energy.
Look for foods that offer a steady stream of nutrients, rather than a sugar high Realizing that time is almost up and there are lots of test questions left can
followed by a crash. make it hard to do anything useful in those final minutes. Stay on pace by
 scoping out the whole test before getting started. Mentally allocate how much
4. Get to class—or the exam venue —early. time you’ll spend on each section. If there’s time to recheck, even better.

Feeling rushed will only amp up the anxiety. Pack everything you need for the exam
 10. Focus on calm breathing and positive thoughts.
the night before and set the alarm, so you can get out the door on time.
 Deep breathing can slow down a beating heart or a racing mind, so practice
5. Have a positive mental attitude. these techniques at home. The very act of concentrating on breathing and
 thinking can biometrically alter those anxious feelings.
Bring a picture of your happy place or come up with a morale-boosting mantra like
“I can do this” or “I worked hard and deserve this.” Peek at your picture or recite Sometimes just remembering that some exam anxiety is a normal part of
your mantra, right before the test begins. school can help make it easier to handle!

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WAYS TO OVERCOME EXAM ANXIETY
 BEATING EXAM STRESS
 Before the Exams During the Exams
 Develop some pre-test rituals. Consistent habits and  Read over the exam when you first begin. Take notes on
 behaviors can put you at ease in stressful situations. Examples the number of questions, point values, and other important
 might include taking a short walk, listening to music, praying or information. Next, plan your time so that you have a few
 visualizing your success on the exam. minutes to spare to review your answers.

 Arrive early and prepared. You will want to be able to find  Attempt all the questions you selected. Start with the easy
 your seat, and you can only do this if you arrive early. Bring all questions, skipping over difficult questions or questions
 of the materials you need to take the test with you, for example you’re unsure of. Be sure you mark these questions so you
 things like a calculator, eraser, ruler or other. can return to them later. You may find clues to the answers in
 other questions, and answers/ideas may come to you as you
 Avoid standing/sitting around anxious people. If you know are answering other questions.
 that you will see peers or friends who are overtly anxious, find a
 different place to sit or stand. Use time prior to the test to relax,  Consider a “brain dump." This means writing down any
 take deep breaths, and think positive thoughts. Focus on your formulas, mnemonic devises or equations on a scrap paper as
 own preparation and future success. soon as you receive the exam. By recording things you are
 worried you might forget later, you can begin the exam with
 more confidence and less stress.

  Review answers. Be willing to change your answer if you
 realize your earlier answer is not correct. It has been found
 that reviewing exam questions may help you catch errors or
 mistakes; however, this is different from second-guessing or
 doubting your answers. Only change answers when you are
 sure you have made a mistake.

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Yes, I can!
1. Read the questions & instructions carefully 6. Write neatly and legibly
Make sure you understand exactly what the question is asking you to do. Write NEATLY and LEGIBLY
The smartest answer in the world isn’t going to score you any points if it to better your exam writing skills!
answers a question that’s not being asked. Remember that teachers/markers are human beings that have to
 mark gazillions of exam papers. If they come across handwriting that is
2. Past exam papers to better your exam writing skills hardly identifiable, they’re not going to be very lenient in trying to
Do it. Go in there and scramble your way through past exam papers. It decipher what you meant to say.
will give you a very good idea of the exam structure and the types of
questions and instructions you may be confronted with. 7. Re-read it all
 It’s very important to re-read your answers… check your spelling,
3. Time management check whether that “3” won’t be mistaken for an “8”, and verify that you
This is a very crucial tip, not only for exam writing but for the study time didn’t forget one of the multiple choice questions. It’s an important tactic
that precedes it. You need to figure out how to use your available time for you to spot mistakes and correct them in time.
to maximise your productivity.
 8. Fuel up properly
4. Befriend the rough draft Don’t study or go writing your exam on an empty stomach.. Have whole
If the exam at hand is an English essay, you don’t need to fully write out grain bread, oats, and other satiable carbs. Combine that with some
the entire essay as a draft, but it’s incredibly useful to help you structure healthy fats (nuts, seeds, organic peanut butter, etc.) and you’re good to
your writing. A well-structured essay will guarantee a higher mark go. Leave the waffles and Coco Pops for after the exams.
allocation. For Science or Maths-based exams, the rough draft can help you
to scribble down important formulae or side calculations. 9. Try not to panic. You’re not alone in the exam gutter!
 Students nationwide write exams, and everyone experiences anxious
5. Don’t skip your classes. thoughts. You’re not alone. Therefore, DON’T PANIC!
Go to class, extra class, SSIP and note down what the teachers are saying,
and be assured that you may make this the focus of your study time. Just do your best – Give it your best shot!

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Feeling overwhelmed…and struggling to cope? PSYCHO-SOCIAL SERVICES
 CES:EOS Contact details
 District Name of Official Contact Email
 Number
 EN Robert Kgomo 0832274678 Robert.Kgomo@gauteng.gov.za
 ES Sammy Thomas 083 582 8669 Sammy.Thomas@gauteng.gov.za
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 Has any of your family members tested positive? Y N
 Have you lost family/friends due to COVID or other? Y N
 Are you coping with your schoolwork? Y N
 Have you experienced other trauma in this time? Y N
 Do you need to talk to a professional? Y N

 WE ARE AT YOUR SERVICE…FOR ALL YOUR PSYCHO-SOCIAL CHALLENGES!

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FACING DRAGONS
 DON’T FACE YOUR DRAGONS
 ALONE…PROFESSIONAL HELP IS AT HAND:
 ORGANISATION NUMBER TYPE OF DRAGON
 CHILD LINE 080 005 5555 VARIOUS
 (toll free)
 011 645 2000 VARIOUS
 (Gauteng)
 LIFE LINE 0800 567 567 VARIOUS
 TOP dragons in young people’s lives: 31393 (SMS) VARIOUS
 SANCA 011 892 3829 DRUG AND ALCOHOL
1. POOR SCHOOL PERFORMANCE FAMSA 011 975 7106 VARIOUS
2. LACK OF CONFIDENCE AND POOR SELF-ESTEEM DEPT OF SOCIAL 011 355 7600 VARIOUS
3. ISSUES RELATED TO BODY IMAGE DEVELOPMENT
4. FAMILY PROBLEMS HIV/AIDS HELPLINE 0800 012 322 HIV/AIDS
5. ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE POLICE 10111 CRIME
6. PRESSURES OF MATERIALISM AMBULANCE 112 OR 10177 MEDICAL EMERGENCY
7. LACK OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT
8. NEGATIVE STEREOTYPING OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS:
9. ILLNESS
10. BEREAVEMENT (DEATH OF PARENTS/FAMILY)
11. PEER PRESSURE
12. EMOTIONAL TURMOIL
13. RELATIONSHIP ISSUES
14. STUDY METHODS/SKILLS
15. OTHER:

NB: INDICTATE YOUR DRAGON (CHALLENGE) WITH A TICK.
 DON’T SUFFER IN SILENCE
 NEED HELP … IT’S A PHONE CALL AWAY! …PROFESSIONAL HELP IS AVAILABLE!

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PRELIM TIME-TABLE
DATE DAY TIME SUBJECT PAPER DURATION
 English FAL
Aug 27 FRIDAY 09:00 2 2 hrs
 Afrikaans FAL
 30 MONDAY 09:00 Accounting 1 2 hrs
 31 TUESDAY 09:00 Geography 1 3 hrs
Sept 1 WEDNESDAY 09:00 Business Studies 1 2 hrs
 2 THURSDAY 09:00 History 1 3 hrs
 3 FRIDAY 09:00 Life Sciences 1 2.5 hrs
 6 MONDAY 09:00 Life Orientation CAT 2.5 hrs
 7 TUESDAY - JEWISH HOLY DAY - -
 8 WEDNESDAY - JEWISH HOLY DAY - -
 9 THURSDAY 09:00 Accounting 2 2 hrs
 Mathematics
 10 FRIDAY 09:00 Mathematical Literacy 1 3 hrs
 Technical Mathematics
 Mathematics
 13 MONDAY 09:00 Mathematical Literacy 2 3 hrs
 Technical Mathematics
 14 TUESDAY 09:00 Economics 1 2 hrs
 15 WEDNESDAY 09:00 Geography 2 2 hrs
 16 THURSDAY - JEWISH HOLY DAY - -
 FRIDAY Physical Sciences
 17 09:00 1 3 hrs
 Technical Sciences
 MONDAY Physical Sciences
 20 09:00 2 3 hrs
 Technical Sciences
 21 TUESDAY - JEWISH HOLY DAY - -
 22 WEDNESDAY - JEWISH HOLY DAY - -
 23 THURSDAY 09:00 Business Studies 2 2 hrs
 24 FRIDAY - HERITAGE DAY - -
 27 MONDAY 09:00 Life Sciences 2 2.5 hrs
 28 TUESDAY 09:00 History 2 3 hrs
 29 WEDNESDAY 09:00 Economics 2 2 hrs
 30 THURSDAY 09:00 Tourism - 3 hrs
Oct 1 FRIDAY - TERM ENDS - -

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MY PERSONAL PROFILE – TRACK YOUR PROGRESS
 REPORTS FOR 2021
 COMMENT ON THE ACHIEVEMENTS BELOW TARGET FOR EACH
 PLOT YOUR SUBJECT TARGETS, PERFORMANCE FOR TERM 1, 2 TERM. INDICATE HOW YOU INTEND TO CORRECT THIS SO THAT YOU
 AND 3 ON THE GRAPH BELOW USING DIFFERENT COLOUR PENS. CAN ACHIEVE YOUR SET TARGET PER SUBJECT.
100% TERM 1
95%
90%
85%
80%
75%
70%
65%
60%
55% TERM 2
50%
45%
40%
35%
30%
25%
20%
15%
10% TERM 3
5%
0%
SUBJECT*

NB: INDICATE COLOURS IN THE RIGHT COLUMN
 SUBJECT TARGET COLOUR 1
 TERM 1 RESULTS COLOUR 2
 TERM 2 RESULTS COLOUR 3
 TERM 3 RESULTS COLOUR 4

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TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF DURING THE PANDEMIC!
 PRACTICAL TIPS DURING THE PANDEMIC

 Drink enough water. Avoid sugar, fat and salt to significantly lower
 your risk of overweight, obesity, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and
 certain types of cancer.

 Exercising regularly with proper social distancing, and stress
 management techniques are important as people are anxious of the
 unknown and always indoors.

Covid-19 has taken over the world, forcing billions of people to change their It is also important to focus on mental health. Phone calls and
lifestyle overnight. A lifestyle choice is a personal and conscious decision to visual meet ups with friends to talk or even share tea, lunch or dinner
perform a behaviour that may increase or decrease the risk of injury or disease. dates are important and constructive ways to stay grounded and sane
 during this difficult time. We are in this together.
Lifestyle choices have an impact on one’s health. During lockdown, people have
been dealing with anxiety and depression differently. For example, if there is
tension in the families, a person may overeat, bulimia and other disordered
eating may be triggered due to these risk factors. We have seen an increase in
substance abuse, smoking and drinking alcohol. These have implications, more
concerning during a pandemic like COVID-19.

Smoking impacts lung function. This is especially problematic because COVID-19
is a virus that attacks the lungs. Alcohol can weaken the immune system and
impact sleep. This factor can make individuals more susceptible to COVID-19.

Proper nutrition and hydration are vital,
especially during this time of COVID-19.
People who eat a well-balanced diet tend
 to be healthier with stronger immune
systems and lower risk of chronic
illnesses and infectious diseases.
So you should eat a variety of fresh and
 unprocessed foods every day to get the
 vitamins, minerals, dietary fibre, protein
 and antioxidants your body needs.

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Subject Specific Support

 From A to Z

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ACCOUNTING
 Average of three to five questions are assessed in each paper How to answer the exam paper :
 and at least two questions will test concepts (8-10 marks) o First ten minutes –go through the answer book
 All term one topics are assessed in paper one , and term two and o When the invigilator instructs you to start writing do as
 term three topics are assessed in paper two. follows:
 The following topics will be assessed in both papers : Tangible • Respond to ALL questions on concepts (8-10
 assets ,Stock valuation and Financial indicators. (Refer to 2021 easy marks )
 exam guidelines ) • Write the formats on all your questions (in the
 The examination will include 20% of the content covered in answer book)
 grade 10 and 11. o Start with easy questions –in order to best manage your
 About 10% -15% will examine the problem solving questions. time
 Formula sheets are provided in an exam but the name of the o Try to adhere to time allocated for each question
 financial indicator is not provided, when completing exam o If a question is difficult –move to next question
 practice activities always refer to the formula sheet attached to o Know which amounts to ADD or SUBTRACT in order to
 exam papers and assessments tasks. earn operation marks (easy marks)
 o Always ADD amounts pre-printed in your answer book
How to prepare effectively for exams : o When you analyse the information quote figures,
 o Draw up your revision program ,allocate paper one and indicators and trends
 paper two topics to be revised o Read questions from your question paper and answer
 o Allocate EASY TOPICS first in your plan ,and revise at book and ALWAYS show your workings to earn part
 least a minimum of three activities for each topic marks.
 o Always check time allocated before you start
 writing ,refer only to the memorandum after you have
 completed the activity
 o Start with the FORMAT where applicable, then complete
 the activity
 o Note –it is very important that every end of week you
 write at LEAST ONE OR TWO activities from the topics
 you have covered …so that you don’t forget
 o Practice or write at least three papers for paper one and
 two (6) before you seat for final exam.(Drill)

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AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
When preparing for the NSC examination in Agricultural Sciences it is very
important to remember the following : Paper lay-out : Both papers
 • Know the subject terminology and concepts – this will earn you the “ easy Section A : Short questions : ( 45 marks)
 marks”
 • Understand the lay-out of your papers- This will help you to prepare:  Multiple choice
  Fit Column A with Column B
  One word/ term
 Paper 1 Content Paper 2 Content
  Change term to be correct

 Animal Nutrition Agricultural management & Section B :
 Marketing 3x 35 marks – one from each topic
 Animal Protection / Control Production factors Total 150 marks each

 Animal Reproduction Basic Agricultural genetics General Hints :

 • Read the instructions
 • Make sure what the question requires
 from you
Cognitive Levels Percentage Skills needed:
 • Answer only what is requested – don’t
 You can earn these marks by waste time
Knowledge 40 studying • Show all your calculations – always
 You can earn these marks by • Remember to use UNITS when
Comprehension and understanding what you are calculating
 • Know the formulas – It earns marks
Application 40 studying
 You can earn these marks by placing
Analysis, evaluation the concepts in your own words &
and synthesis 20 understand the calculations

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AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICE
When preparing for the NSC examination in Agricultural Management
 General Hints :
Practices it is very important to remember the following :
• Know the subject terminology and concepts – this will earn you the • Read the instructions
 “ easy marks” • Make sure what the question requires from you
• Understand the lay-out of your paper- This will help you to • Answer only what is requested – don’t waste time
 prepare: • Show all your calculations – always
 • Remember to use UNITS when calculating
 • Know the formulas – It earns marks

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AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY
When preparing for the NSC examination in Agricultural Questions Concepts Covered Marks
Technology it is very important to remember the following :
 • Know the subject terminology and concepts – this Q1 Multiple-choice (20), Change the UNDERLINED word (10) 40
 will earn you the “ easy marks” and Choose a word/term from COLUMN B that matches the
 • Understand the lay-out of your paper- This will help description in COLUMN A (10). These questions can cover all
 you to prepare content areas.
 Q2 Structural materials and related drawings, measurements 35
 and safety
 Q3 Electrical energy and related tools, materials and safety 20
 Q4 Skills and construction processes and related tools, 35
 materials, drawings, measurements and safety
 Q5 Tools, implements and equipment and related tools, 40
 materials, drawings, calibrations and safety
 Q6 Irrigation and water supply. Related tools, materials, 30
 drawings and measurements and communication

 200

 The external examination for Grade
 12 will consist of one paper that
 contains six questions and counts 200
 marks.
 The duration of the paper will be 3
 hours. All the questions are
 compulsory.

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BUSINESS STUDIES
GRADE 12 PAPER 1 - TOTAL: 150 Business Operations

Paper 1 of Business Studies consists of the following TWO main topics: Human Resources Function A maximum of 30 marks if it is only
  Business Environments which consists of THREE sub-topics assessed in section B
  Business operations which consists of TWO sub-topics A maximum of 70 marks if it is
 assessed in section B and C
NOTE: Both topics will be equally assessed in this paper Quality of performance q A maximum of 30 marks if it is only
BREAKDOWN OF MARKS FOR THE MAIN TOPICS assessed in section B
Business Environment A maximum of 70 marks if it is
 Impact of legislation on A maximum of 30 marks if it is only assessed in section B and C
 business assessed in section B  Learners must know all the above-mentioned sub-topics that
 A maximum of 60 marks if it is are covered under Business Operations in order to answer
 assessed in section B and C Sections A B C
 Business strategies A maximum of 30 marks if it is only  A total of 110 out 150 marks can be obtained from Business
 assessed in section B Operations
 A maximum of 60 marks if it is  Practice a minimum of eight essay questions per topic taken
 assessed in section B and C from the past NSC papers and the 2021 Term one & two SSIP
 Business sectors A maximum of 9 marks in section B materials.
  Learners must know all the above-mentioned sub-topics that
 are covered under Business Environments to answer Refer to the following documents to prepare for the 2021 preparatory
 Sections A B C and NSC examinations:
  A total of 110 out 150 marks can be obtained from Business  Pages 6-15 of the 2021 Business Studies exam guidelines
 Environments  Gauteng Business Studies notes: Chapter 1, 2, 5, 6 and 7
  Practice Section A questions as this section consists of a total  Past NSC 2017-2020 exam papers consisting of questions that
 of 30 marks are in line with the 2021 Exam guidelines.
  2021 Term 1 & 2 SSIP materials

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BUSINESS STUDIES (continued)
PAPER 2 - TOTAL: 150

Paper two Business studies consists of the following TWO main topics:
  Business Ventures which consists of FIVE sub-topics
  Business Roles which consists of FIVE sub-topics

NOTE: Both topics will be equally assessed in this paper - BREAKDOWN OF MARKS FOR THE MAIN TOPICS

Business Ventures
 Management & leadership A minimum of 50 marks if it assessed in all THREE sections
 Investment: Securities A minimum of 50 marks if it assessed in all THREE sections
 Investment: Insurance A minimum of 50 marks if it assessed in all THREE sections
 Forms of ownership A minimum of 30 marks if it assessed in all THREE sections
 Presentation and data response A minimum of 50 marks if it assessed in all THREE sections
  The above-mentioned subtopics will be assessed in Sections A B and/or C
  It is possible to obtain a minimum of 80 marks in this paper if the above-mentioned subtopics are adequately studied.
  Practice a minimum of THREE essay questions per topic taken from the NSC past papers and the 2021 Term two and three SSIP materials.

  Practice Section A questions as this section consists of a total of 30 marks

Business Roles
 Ethics and professionalism A minimum of 50 marks if it assessed in all THREE sections
 Creative thinking & problem solving A minimum of 50 marks if it assessed in all THREE sections
 Social responsibility, CSR & CSI A minimum of 50 marks if it assessed in all THREE sections
 Human rights, inclusivity and environmental issues A minimum of 50 marks if it assessed in all THREE sections
 Team performance and conflict management A minimum of 50 marks if it assessed in all THREE sections
  The above-mentioned sub-topics will be assessed in Sections A B and/or C
  A total of 80 out 150 marks can be obtained from Business Roles
  Practice a minimum of THREE essay questions per topic taken from the NSC papers and the 2021 Term one to three SSIP materials.
Refer to the following documents to prepare for the 2021 preparatory and NSC examinations:
  Pages 16-33 of the 2021 Business Studies exam guidelines
  Chapter 3, 4, 8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15.16 and 17
  Past NSC 2017-2020 exam papers consisting of questions that are in line with the 2021 Exam guidelines.

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CAT and IT
Computer Assisted Technology Information Technology
• Microsoft Office will be used to assess the CAT curriculum • The DBE will only use Object Pascal (Delphi) 2010) and Microsoft Office Access
• The following three versions of MS Office will be used: MS Office 2007 or above for assessment in the NSC examinations.
 2019/Microsoft 365, MS Office 2016 and MS Office 2013. • Learners will NOT receive 30 minutes reading and planning time before
• A text editor, preferably Notepad++, MUST be used to answer the commencement of the practical examination as indicated in the examination
 web development question in the question paper. guideline. Learners will be given 2 blank pages for planning for Paper 1.
• Total marks allocated for Paper 1 has changed from 180 marks to • Learners are required to investigate and analyse problems in a variety of contexts
 150 marks and the time allocation is 3 hours (such as scientific, technological, environmental and everyday-life contexts) in
• Learners will be given 2 blank pages for planning for Paper 1. order to solve the described problems effectively, either via programming code in
• Words, such as define, describe, discuss, explain, name and state, Paper 1 or describe proposed solutions in Paper 1/Paper 2.
 are used for a reason: different cognitive levels are tested. A much • Learners must also pay attention to:
 higher cognitive level is tested when you have to discuss • Parameterised and non-parameterised constructors
 something than when you merely have to name or make a list of • Correct use of private and public attributes, accessor, mutator and
 items. auxiliary methods
• Answers such as 'cheaper', 'slower'/'faster' and 'easier' will ONLY • The use of the toString method and accessor methods to provide output
 be accepted if it is used together with a reason or an explanation. • Correct instantiation of objects
• Refer to Examination Guidelines 2021 for new concepts that will • Correct use of methods of various objects as part of problem-solving
 be tested, old technology and concepts that will not be tested and • Learners must know ALL algorithms studied and as listed in the CAPS.
 the layout of the question paper • The question paper will include all theory aspects of all content, concepts and
• Grade 12 pupil Lessons developed with pupil activities and skills of topics, as well as elements of software solution development, e.g.
 solutions and can be accessed on GDE website algorithmic development, data structures, program design and general
 https://education.gauteng.gov.za programming concepts, as well as generic problem-solving questions. SQL
• Use CAT theory study guide provided to revise statements will be included either in the theory paper or practical paper.
• Use past NSC, Prelim papers and other provincial papers to revise • Approximately 10 marks will be used to assess the latest developments in
 Information Technology. A few topics/concepts that will be focused is indicated in
 the new Amended CAPS document. ALL new concepts indicated from Grade 10 to
 12 will be tested.
 • Refer to Examination Guidelines 2021 for the layout of the question papers
 • Grade 12 pupil Lessons developed with pupil activities and solutions and can be
 accessed on GDE website https://education.gauteng.gov.za
 • Use the IT programming study guide provided to revise.
 • Use past NSC, Prelim papers and other provincial papers to revise

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CONSUMER STUDIES
 The consumer Food and nutrition Clothing Housing and interior Entrepreneurship

 Question 2 Question 3 Question 4 Question 5 Question 6
 40 Marks 40 Marks 20 Marks 20 Marks 40 Marks
 Sustainable  Nutritional and food related  Fashion and  Different  Moving from and
 consumption of conditions appearance in housing marketing a product
 electricity  Glycaemic index the world of acquisition  Effective production
 Sustainable  Low/high blood glucose work options of a product
 consumption of level  Consumer  Buying house  Requirements for
 water  Diabetes issue regarding hold appliances quality products
 Taxes, interest  osteoporosis clothing and  Factors to  Developing marketing
 rates and inflation • Food borne disease textiles consider when plan according to 5 P
 • Food additives: commercial buying marketing strategy
 and domestic use household
 • Food labelling appliances
 • Food related consumer issues
 impacting on the natural and
 economic environment
 including public health

  Marks should a guide to a learner on how to answer the question
  Learners are give the terminology booklet to understand on how to engage with the cognitive level and the subject terminology
  Learners are guided on the different cognitive levels: low order, middle order and high order
  Emphasize on the importance of the content progression
  Emphases on the use of previous papers
  encourage optimal utilization of the interactive e-Lessons available on the GDE porta

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CIVIL TECHNOLOGY
 QUESTION CONSTRUCTION GR 12 EXAM PAPER FOCUS TOTAL TIME
 MARKS

 Generic section A

 1 OHSA, Safety , Materials Tools and Equipment Joining 20 18 Minutes

 2 Interpretation of advanced drawings: · Site plan, floor plan and elevation of multi-storey buildings (including 40 36 minute
 calculations of area, perimeter and length of a wall by deducing dimensions from the given drawings) · Basic
 drawing symbols relating to the built environment in accordance with the SANS for Building Drawings (candidates
 must be able to interpret draw basic drawing symbols relating to the built environment)

 Section B Subject specific

 3 Roofs Staircases ,Joining (Subject specific) 30 27 Minutes

 4 Excavation, Formwork Tools and Equipment (Subject specific) Materials (Subject specific) 40 36 Minutes

 5 Plaster and screed Brickwork , Graphics as Means of Communication 30 27 Minutes

 6 Reinforcement in Concrete ,Foundations ,Concrete Floors, Quantities (Subject specific) 40 36 Minutes

 Grand Total 200 180 Minutes

Candidates need to be aware that markers can only mark what the candidate wrote. Markers may not interpret what they think the candidate meant. It is therefore
very important that candidates write well-constructed sentences and structure responses in a logical and chronological manner. Correct subject terminology need
to be enforced as marks is not awarded for incorrect subject terminology. 6.2 For calculations: · A mark is only awarded if the correct unit is written next to the
answer. · Where the candidate made a principle error, eg. added instead of multiplying, no marks will be awarded for the calculation. 6.3 For drawings: · The
member for which the mark should be awarded should be drawn correctly in the correct position to receive a mark. · Marks can only be awarded for a label if the
label indicates the correct member. 6.4 When a candidate drew the wrong drawing, e.g.: · A horizontal section instead of a vertical section, no marks will be
allocated for the drawing as the candidate did not respond to the expected outcome. · An orthographic view instead of sectional view, no marks will be allocated to
the drawing as the candidate did not respond to the expected outcome. · An orthographic view instead of an isometric view, no marks will be allocated to the
drawing as the candidate did not respond to the expected outcome

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CVTS - Civil Services
QUESTION CIVILSERVICES Grade 12 EXAM PAPER FOCUS TOTAL TIME
 MARKS

 Generic section A

 1 OHSA, Safety , Materials Tools and Equipment Joining 20 18 Minutes

 2 Interpretation of advanced drawings: · Site plan, floor plan and elevation of multi-storey buildings (including calculations 40 36 minute
 of area, perimeter and length of a wall by deducing dimensions from the given drawings) · Basic drawing symbols relating
 to the built environment in accordance with the SANS for Building Drawings (candidates must be able to interpret draw
 basic drawing symbols relating to the built environment)

 Section B Subject specific

 3 Construction Associated with Civil Services OHSA, Safety (Subject specific), Quantities (Subject specific) 30 27 Minutes

 4 Excavation, Formwork Tools and Equipment (jCold-water Supply,Hot-water Supply Tools and Equipment (Subject 40 36 Minutes
 specific) Materials (Subject specific),,

 6 Above-ground Drainage (Sewerage),Below-ground Drainage (Sewerage) Sanitary Fitments Joining (Subject specific) 40 36 Minutes

 5 Graphics as Means of Communication (Pattern Development), Roof Work, Storm Water 30 27 Minutes

 Grand Total 200 180 Minutes

Candidates need to be aware that markers can only mark what the candidate wrote. Markers may not interpret what they think the candidate meant. It is therefore
very important that candidates write well-constructed sentences and structure responses in a logical and chronological manner. Correct subject terminology need to be
enforced as marks is not awarded for incorrect subject terminology. 6.2 For calculations: · A mark is only awarded if the correct unit is written next to the answer. ·
Where the candidate made a principle error, e.g. added instead of multiplying, no marks will be awarded for the calculation. 6.3 For drawings: · The member for which
the mark should be awarded should be drawn correctly in the correct position to receive a mark. · Marks can only be awarded for a label if the label indicates the
correct member. 6.4 When a candidate drew the wrong drawing, e.g.: · A horizontal section instead of a vertical section, no marks will be allocated for the drawing as
the candidate did not respond to the expected outcome. · An orthographic view instead of sectional view, no marks will be allocated to the drawing as the candidate did
not respond to the expected outcome. · An orthographic view instead of an isometric view, no marks will be allocated to the drawing as the candidate did not respond
to the expected outcome.

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