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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Further Education and Training Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
58539  Further Education and Training Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Vehicle Maintenance 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement  OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Further Ed and Training Cert  Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology  Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  150  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Regular-Unit Stds Based 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Registered" 
SAQA 0875/08  2008-02-06  2009-02-18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2010-02-18   2013-02-18  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This qualification is replaced by: 
Qual ID Qualification Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Min Credits Replacement Status
64849  Further Education and Training Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance  Level 4  NQF Level 04  159  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:

The purpose of the qualification is to provide learners with the standards and the range of learning required to work effectively in the automotive body repair industry, making use of technical and supervisory skills to meet the challenges of the automotive industry and related environments.

The primary skill that is recognised in this qualification is the ability to apply the fundamentals of automotive repair and maintenance technology in order to work effectively in an automotive business environment, and diagnose and repair vehicle defects.

This capability requires an understanding of basic repairing and maintenance theory, names and functions of fluids and lubricants, automotive components and how to read and interpret workshop manuals and workshop procedures.

A thorough knowledge of automotive components and systems, workshop equipment and an ability to read, interpret and understand task instructions and job cards are required.

Recipients of one of the variations (specialisation areas) of this qualification are able to conduct the essential maintenance and related operations associated with the range of vehicles on the road today using efficient and safe operational practices in one of the following specialisation areas:
  • Passenger and Light Delivery Vehicles.
  • Earthmoving Equipment.
  • Commercial vehicles.
  • Lift Trucks.

    With this understanding learners will be able to participate in operational activities. What learners achieve in this qualification will also serve as a basis for further learning where they will engage in more complex automotive maintenance and repair activities in the field of vehicle technology.

    Rationale:

    This qualification in automotive repair and maintenance NQF Level 4 has been developed as a progression from qualifications in automotive repair and maintenance at NQF Level 3. The development was necessary due to expansion into advanced diagnosis and repair technology.

    The field of automotive maintenance and repair is characterised by the overall maintenance of vehicle systems as well as the removal, dismantling and replacement of components and adjustments to vehicle systems. This in turn provides support and job opportunities to a variety of small businesses in the retail motor and related industries.

    There is also a critical need in the industry to identify people who are able to conduct the essential maintenance and related operations associated with the range of vehicles on the road today and apply efficient and safe operational practices in at least one of the following specialisation areas:
  • Passenger and Light Delivery Vehicles.
  • Earthmoving Equipment.
  • Commercial vehicles.
  • Lift Trucks.

    This is the third qualification in a series for learners who want to follow a career in the field of automotive repair and maintenance. This qualification focuses on developing skills and knowledge necessary to perform as a competent person in the automotive industry. People who have achieved the skills and knowledge outlined in this qualification are normally employed in the following positions:
  • Earth moving apprentice.
  • Motor mechanic apprentice.
  • CBMT level two apprentice.
  • Repair shop assistant.
  • Diesel mechanic apprentice.
  • Diesel mechanic.
  • Motor mechanic (petrol).
  • Forklift mechanic.
  • Lift truck mechanic.

    It also provides learners who have gained relevant experience in the workplace with an opportunity to obtain credits through an RPL process. The qualification also forms the basis for further learning in the field of vehicle technology. 

  • LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that learners are already competent in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 3.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3.
  • Workplace safety at NQF Level 3.

    Recognition of Prior Learning:

    This qualification may be obtained through a process of RPL. The learner should be thoroughly briefed prior to the assessment and support provided to assist in the process of developing a portfolio. While this is primarily a workplace-based qualification, evidence from other areas of endeavour may be introduced if pertinent to any of the exit-level outcomes.

    Access to the Qualification:
  • Access is limited to learners who have the skills and competencies related to the National Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance, NQF Level 3.
  • Hand skills and physical endurance will play an important role in this qualification, and learners who have physical disabilities could be excluded from achieving this qualification, depending on the type and severity of the disability. 

  • RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification consists of a minimum of 150 credits made up as follows:
  • Learners are required to achieve all 40 credits for Communication from the available fundamental unit standards.
  • Learners are required to achieve all 16 credits for Mathematical Literacy within the context of vehicle maintenance operations.
  • Learners must achieve all 64 credits from the core unit standards.

    A minimum of 30 credits are required for the Elective component. Learners may select a specialisation area of their choice, and must select a minimum of 25 credits from the available unit standards in that specialisation area. Additional credits may be selected from the generic elective category to supplement credits to achieve a minimum of 150 credits.

    Specialisation areas consist of the following unit standards:

    Specialisation area 1: Passenger and Light Delivery Vehicles

    Category; ID; Unit Standard Title; Level; Credits:
  • Elective ; ID 244131; Diagnose and repair hydraulic brake systems; 4; 5 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 12220; Service and repair conventional automobile ignition systems; 3; 6 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244135; Repair suspension systems; 4; 5 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244170; Remove and install fuel injection components; 4; 6 credits
  • Elective ; ID 12228; Service and repair electronic automobile ignition systems; 4; 12 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244143; Repair manual transmission; 4; 6 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244163; Remove, replace and set timing drive system; 4; 5 credits.

    Total: 45 credits.

    Specialisation area 2: Earthmoving Equipment:

    Category; ID; Unit Standard Title; Level; Credits:
  • Elective; ID 244131; Diagnose and repair hydraulic brake systems; 4 Level; 5 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244121; Diagnose, service and repair forced induction systems; 4 Level; 4 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 12230; Diagnose, test and repair electronic automobile fuel injection systems; 4 Level; 16 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244132; Diagnose and repair air and air over hydraulic brake systems; 4 Level; 8 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244121; Diagnose, service and repair forced induction systems; 4 Level; 4 credits.

    Total: 37 credits.

    Specialisation area 3: Commercial Vehicle:

    Category; ID; Unit Standard Title; Level; Credits:
  • Elective ; ID 244132; Diagnose and repair air and air over hydraulic brake systems; Level 4; 8 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244121; Diagnose, service and repair forced induction systems; Level 4; 4 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 12230; Diagnose, test and repair electronic automobile fuel injection systems; Level 4; 16 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244170; Remove and install fuel injection components; Level 4; 6 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244135; Repair suspension systems; Level 4; 5 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 12228; Service and repair electronic automobile ignition systems; Level 4; 12 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 244143; Repair manual transmission Level 4; 6 credits.
  • Elective ; ID 12227; Trace and repair faults on advanced auto electrical circuits Level 4; 16 credits.

    Total: 73 Credits.

    Specialisation area 4: Lift Truck:

    Category; ID; Unit Standard Title; Level; Credits:
  • Elective; ID 12230; Diagnose, test and repair electronic automobile fuel injection systems; Level 4; 16 credits.
  • Elective; ID 244170; Remove and replace fuel injection components; Level 4; 6 credits.
  • Elective; ID 244131; Diagnose and repair hydraulic brake systems; Level 4; 5 credits.
  • Elective; ID 12228; Service and repair electronic automobile ignition systems; Level 4; 12 credits.
  • Elective; ID 12227; Trace and repair faults on advanced auto electrical circuits; Level 4; 16 credits.

    Total: 55 credits. 

  • EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Communicate and solve problems in a variety of ways.

    2. Co-ordinate work in an automotive context.

    3. Diagnose and repair vehicles in a specialised area.
  • Range: One of: Passenger & light delivery vehicles; Earthmoving equipment; Commercial vehicles; Lift Trucks. 

  • ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Oral communication is maintained and adapted as required to promote effective interaction in a work context.
  • Information is accessed from standing instructions, visual information and a range of other workplace texts and responses where required are appropriate to the context.
  • Written communication is conducted at an appropriate level for designated target audiences.
  • Mathematical functions are used correctly to solve routine workplace problems and tasks.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Quality is ensured in accordance with workshop standards.
  • Subordinates' activities are co-ordinated to achieve work targets with available resources.
  • Time is managed in accordance with workplace requirements.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • Work area and vehicle is prepared for diagnoses and repair.
  • Appropriate test equipment is connected to workplace requirements.
  • System identified and appropriate data collected.
  • System faults identified and repaired.
  • System repair confirmed.
  • Safety procedures are adhered to during the diagnosing and repairing task.
  • The system is diagnosed and repaired without incident, accident or injury.

    Integrated Assessment:

    Integrated assessment provides an opportunity for learners to show they are able to integrate concepts, actions and ideas achieved across a range of unit standards and contexts.

    Integrated assessment must evaluate the quality of observable performance as well as the thinking behind the performance. Some assessment aspects will demand practical demonstration while others may not. In some case inference will be necessary to determine competence depending on the nature and context within which performance takes place.

    In order to ensure that the learner is able to work within various contexts of the automotive industry, it is necessary to conduct assessments that will provide evidence that learners are able to apply their knowledge and skills in a range of other contexts and for further learning. The assessment should also ensure that all the critical cross-field outcomes have been achieved. 

  • INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification is part of a series of qualifications in the field of vehicle technology including, servicing, maintenance, repairs and diagnostics and was compared to other, similar qualifications, certifications or skills standards in countries regarded as having best practice.

    It was found to be difficult to compare the New Zealand and Australian narrow focus qualifications with this broad-based qualification that also include fundamentals, however the generic core and specialisation areas` unit standards did compare favourably to both the Australian (AUR99) Automotive Industry, Service and Repair unit standards and the NVQ qualification in the United Kingdom.

    An example of the exact multi specialisation area approach used in this qualification was found in Australia under Automotive Retail Service Repair Training (www.automotivetraining.org.au) The range of unit standards used in Australia that relate similarly to core unit standards in this qualification may be found at (www.ntis.gov.au).

    It was further difficult to undertake specific comparisons given that the New Zealand and Australian qualifications, although they are in the same field of vehicle technology and cover the same areas of specialisation (thus containing a large degree of similar content) are conceptualised as three year qualifications without exit level outcomes at the intermediate levels.

    This notwithstanding, the technical content of this qualification for automotive repair and maintenance (with the various specialisations) corresponds with the equivalent level of qualification in vehicle servicing (with the various specialisations) in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom.

    Elements of the Institute of Motor Industry (IMI) in the UK have been used in benchmarking best practice procedures in some of the unit standards used in this qualification. The NVQ qualifications offered in the UK cover all the same objectives of this series of qualifications at various levels of complexity. The qualifications are offered as an internship wherein the learner enrols with a college or training centre for the theoretical component, and achieves the practical component in-house. The qualifications are all based on specific levels of performance, and lead to progressive levels of complexity, but are identified as separate qualifications.

    The learning towards these qualifications is offered through long-term learner-employer relationships, with short-term stints at a training centre. Qualification titles in the UK include:
  • Vehicle Mechanical & Electronic Systems, Maintenance and Repair, Level 3 (Q1015915).
  • Vehicle Mechanical & Electronic Systems, Maintenance and Repair, Level 3 (Q1015916).
  • Vehicle Mechanical & Electronic Systems, unit Replacement, Level 2 (Q1015914).

    The qualifications offered in other European countries, such as Germany, are also predominantly vocational qualifications with theoretical components being achieved through a specified period at a training centre. The qualifications are aimed at achieving complete competence in all aspects of vehicle maintenance through the progressive series of qualifications and includes mechanical, electrical and coach works. The training programmes are progressive qualifications of one year duration each and include ongoing training through workbooks in which the trainee is required to complete evidence of understanding for each month of the registered year of learning. Germany has a requirement that competent people be licensed to operate under the meister (master craftsman) programme, and this licence is valid for a period of two years.

    The qualification titles offered in Germany include:
  • Auto Fachman - Level 1.
  • Auto Fachman - Level 2.
  • Auto Fachman - Level 3.
  • Auto Fachman - Meister.

    America uses a system of specialisation areas, with a master technician being identified as a person who is competent in all areas and will be able to perform on almost any part of a vehicle. The learning is conducted through apprenticeships and has specialisation areas for engine technicians, transmission technicians, steering and suspension technicians, brake technicians, electrical system technicians, heating and airconditioning technicians, driveability and performance technicians and lubrication technicians.

    None of the SADC countries have their own qualifications relating to vehicle maintenance, but use the British City and Guilds Standards for training learners in the automotive field. Namibia has indicated interest in the South African qualifications and may implement this qualification once it has been registered. 

  • ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification has been designed and structured as part of a progressive route in the automotive industry so that qualifying learners can move from one level to the next. Having separate specialisation areas also enables learners to move from one context to another within the automotive industry, i.e. they share a common fundamental and core component of the qualification at a particular level. Employers or institutions should be able to evaluate the outcomes of this qualification against the needs of their context and structure top-up learning appropriately.

    This qualification allows for both vertical and horizontal articulation:

    This qualification follows on from the National Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Level 3.

    Horizontal articulation can occur with the following qualifications:
  • ID 22860: Further Education and Training Certificate: Autotronics, NQF Level 4.
  • Further Education and Training Certificate: Vehicle sales, NQF Level 4. (under construction). 

  • MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this Qualification must be registered as an assessor with an appropriate Education and Training Quality Assurance Body (ETQA) or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this Qualification must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA or by an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA, according to the ETQA`s policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation.
  • Moderation must include both internal and external moderation of assessments at exit points of the Qualification, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described both in individual Unit Standards as well as in the exit level outcomes described in the Qualification. 

  • CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    The following criteria should be applied by the relevant ETQA:
  • Appropriate qualification and a minimum of 3 years experience in the field of automotive maintenance and repair or a similar environment. The subject matter experience of the assessor can be established by recognition of prior learning.
  • Appropriate experience and understanding of assessment theory, processes and practices.
  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to balance the conflicting requirements of:
  • Maintaining national standards.
  • The interests of the learner.
  • The need for transformation and redressing the legacies of the past.
  • The cultural background and language of the learner.
  • Registration as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any other criteria required by the relevant ETQA. 

  • NOTES 
    This qualification has been replaced by qualification 64849, which is "Further Education and Training Certificate: Automotive repair and maintenance", Level 4, 159 credits. 

    UNIT STANDARDS: 
      ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
    Core  244123  Determine causes of engine failure  Level 4  NQF Level 04  10 
    Core  244136  Diagnose and repair cooling systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Core  244122  Diagnose and repair faults in induction and exhaust systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Core  244126  Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Core  244144  Diagnose and repair steering system components  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Core  244128  Diagonise and remedy engine malfunctions  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Core  244168  Fit external components to an engine  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Core  244120  Test automatic transmissions  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Core  12227  Trace and repair faults on advanced auto electrical circuits  Level 4  NQF Level 04  16 
    Fundamental  119472  Accommodate audience and context needs in oral/signed communication  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  119458  Analyse and respond to a variety of literary texts  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  119466  Interpret a variety of literary texts  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  119457  Interpret and use information from texts  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Fundamental  9015  Apply knowledge of statistics and probability to critically interrogate and effectively communicate findings on life related problems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Fundamental  119462  Engage in sustained oral/signed communication and evaluate spoken/signed texts  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Fundamental  119469  Read/view, analyse and respond to a variety of texts  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Fundamental  9016  Represent analyse and calculate shape and motion in 2-and 3-dimensional space in different contexts  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Fundamental  119471  Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Fundamental  7468  Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal, business, national and international issues  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Fundamental  119459  Write/present/sign for a wide range of contexts  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244110  Conduct paintless dent removal  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  12429  Develop a personal financial plan  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  123258  Foster and maintain customer relations  Level 3  NQF Level 03  10 
    Elective  12220  Service and repair conventional automobile ignition systems  Level 3  NQF Level 03 
    Elective  244113  Apply decorative painting techniques  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244124  Assemble a cylinder head and fit to engine  Level 4  NQF Level 04  10 
    Elective  244119  Assemble an engine sub assembly  Level 4  NQF Level 04  10 
    Elective  244129  Book in work for an automotive business  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244117  Carry out post installation checks on a remanufactured engine  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244162  Conduct spot repairs  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  12225  Construct and test advanced electronic circuits  Level 4  NQF Level 04  16 
    Elective  13254  Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of business processes  Level 4  NQF Level 04  10 
    Elective  117499  Demonstrate entrepreneurial competence  Level 4  NQF Level 04  12 
    Elective  244133  Demonstrate knowledge of forced induction performance enhancing systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244132  Diagnose and repair air and air over hydraulics brake systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244139  Diagnose and repair conventional fuel injection system faults  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244130  Diagnose and repair faults in a carburetted fuel system  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244131  Diagnose and repair hydraulic brake systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244121  Diagnose, service and repair forced induction systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  12230  Diagnose, test and repair electronic automobile fuel injection systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04  16 
    Elective  244134  Estimate the cost and duration of an automotive repair  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244169  Estimate vehicle damage  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244118  Fit engine bearings and bushes  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  114878  Identify and measure the factors that influence productivity  Level 4  NQF Level 04  10 
    Elective  244125  Inspect and balance automotive components  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  13235  Maintain the quality assurance system  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  9505  Manage basic business and personal finance  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  114589  Manage time productively  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244172  Perform a pre-delivery quality assurance inspection  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244138  Remanufacture an engine block assembly  Level 4  NQF Level 04  25 
    Elective  244142  Remanufacture an engine crankshaft or camshaft  Level 4  NQF Level 04  15 
    Elective  244137  Remanufacture an engine cylinder head  Level 4  NQF Level 04  20 
    Elective  244141  Remanufacture engine connecting rod assemblies  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244170  Remove and install fuel system components  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244163  Remove, replace and set timing drive systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244140  Repair and maintain vehicle air conditioning systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244143  Repair manual transmissions  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244135  Repair suspension systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244107  Repair vehicle differentials  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  12228  Service and repair electronic automobile ignition systems  Level 4  NQF Level 04  12 
    Elective  244165  Test a vehicle engine on a dynamometer  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244127  Test and adjust exhaust emission gases  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  244171  Test and analyse vehicle perfomance on a dynamometer  Level 4  NQF Level 04 
    Elective  12231  Diagnose and repair engine management systems  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  20 


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