Thesis, PlanB (M.S.)--University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2005. / Includes bibliographical references.

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M.Ed. (Curriculum Studies) / It has become imperative for trainers who deal with technical training to keep pace with progress in the technological world. The purpose of this research is to make a penetrating analysis of modular competency - based technical training. The determination to raise the quality of education probably contributed largely to the sharp focus on a clearly specified goal determination and on a specified target formulation. From this competency - based training originated. Modular training focuses on the ability of the learner to master specific skills. In other· words the training programme comprises a set of learning objectives that are clearly defined so that they can only be attained if speci.fic actions are carried out. The training method to be followed is designed and structured as accurately as possible so that the learner will be able to attain the required level of competence. The most ~mportant characteristic of a modular competence-based training programme is that the learner is expected to master all the learning objectives set for a particular occupation. A further characteristic of a modular competence-based training programme is that th~ individual learner will be held responsible for the successful mastery of learning objectives, while the trainer manipulates and uses external conditions in an attempt to ensure that the learner will attain the required level of mastery. The nature and extent of certain competencies depend on the learner's ability to master a skill rather than simply on his ability to demonstrate theoretical knowledge. Specified competence for a particular occupation consists in mastery of the skills considered of special importance in that occupation (Opperman,1988:4/5). The programme content is structured in definable teaching modules and these modules are arranged in a continuous progressive training system in which progress is based on compliance with measurable performance criteria. A teaching module is a complete instructional unit.

M.Ed. (Education Management) / The technical teacher finds himself in a situation where his training does not equip him to come to terms with changing technology. His knowledge of industry is outdated, and hence the knowledge he conveys to his students is also antiquated. A management system must be designed which will eliminate this shortcoming and keep teachers abreast of technological change and renewal occurring in industry. To be involved in technical education is to accept this challenge of innovation and change.

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