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

Test and replace basic electronic components 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
253334  Test and replace basic electronic components 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Electronics 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences Information Technology and Computer Sciences 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  15 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

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 unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard is applicable to people requiring basic knowledge of electronic components and will provide learners with a working knowledge of basic components, their functions, characteristics, rating and application as well as handling thereof in various basic circuits. Learners will be able to conduct the necessary electronic measurements instruments to test readings.

Learners accredited with this unit standard will be capable of:
  • Using measuring instruments to test readings.
  • Identifying and testing electronic components.
  • Using data sheets to replace components.
  • Operating power and signal sources. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that the learner is competent in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 2.
  • Mathematics at NQF Level 2. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Basic electronic components refer to but are not limited to resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes and transistors. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Use measuring instruments to test readings. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Measuring instruments may refer but not limited to OHM-meter, Volt-meter, AMP-meter (Multi-meters: analogue and digital), Logic Probe and Oscilloscope. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Different measuring instruments are identified for specific measurement purposes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Safe use of measuring instruments is described in order to maintain longetivity of the meters. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Measuring instruments are used in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Open and short circuit testing is conducted using instruments. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Testing include but is not limited to continuity, discontinuity and value range.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Testing of components is conducted to conform to specifications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Testing specifications refer to but are not limited to value and polarities.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Incorrect use of test instruments is stated in terms of the consequences. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Incorrect uses include:
  • Polarity reversed, use of wrong instrument, incorrect connection to the circuit, incorrect range or function selection, open circuit fuse in fused lead, open circuit test lead.
     
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    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Identify and test electronic components. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Components are identified and described in terms of their use in the circuit boards. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Electronic circuit diagrams are identified and described in terms of the symbols used. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Test of electronic components in a printed circuit board is conducted for serviceability. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Use data sheets to replace components. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Data sheets are used to identify component characteristics. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Data sheets are used to determine the generic equivalent components. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Components are replaced using applicable tools. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Applicable tools refer to the "right tools for the right job".
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Operate power and signal sources. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Various power and signal sources are identified and described according to manufacturer's specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Power and signal sources are set up according to work requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Power and signal source instruments are tested according to the manufacturer's specifications. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this Unit Standard and the related Exit Level Outcomes of the Qualification must be accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • External Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA at its discretion.
  • The accredited Training Provider will oversee internal moderation of assessment.
  • Internal and external moderation should encompass achievement of competence described in this Unit Standard as well as the integrated competence described in the Exit Level Outcome of the Qualification.
  • Moderators should be in possession of a Qualification in Electronics at a minimum of NQF Level 4. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Utilisation of the different test equipments.
  • Calibrated measuring instruments are used to ensure accuracy of measurements.
  • Application of safety practices in working with components and test equipment.
  • Principles of testing of components to interpret results obtained. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify faulty components and solving the problem by replacing them. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively by demonstrating time management skills. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively by giving feedback on results obtained from tasks performed through orally or in written reports. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology to effectively utilise test equipment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world, as a set of related systems by recognising that problem solving exists in a variety of contexts relating to the identification, testing and replacing of components using data sheets. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Supplementary information:

    Anywhere in this qualification components refer to:
  • Resistors which include carbon, wirewound, metal film, variable resistors, preset, PTC, NTC, VDR, LDR, SMD.
  • Capacitors which include polarised electrolytic, non-polarised, ceramic and paper.
  • Inductors which includer aircore, laminated core, ferrite core, transformers and chokes.
  • Transistors [silicon NPN-PNP (Low power), UJT, FET (P channel).
  • Diodes rectifiers, reference, zener, signal diodes and tunnel diodes.

    Abbreviations:
  • PTC - Positive Temperature Coefficient.
  • NTC - Negative Temperature Coefficient.
  • VDR - Voltage Dependant Resistor.
  • LDR - Light Dependant Resistor.
  • SMD - Surface Mount Device.
  • NPN - Positive Base Transistor.
  • PNP - Negative Base Transistor.
  • UJT- Uni Junction Transistor.
  • FET- Field Effect Transistor. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  59569   National Certificate: Electronics  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MICTS 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. Columbus Consulting Pty Ltd 
    2. K Boneng Consulting Services P 
    3. Paramixed Pty Ltd 
    4. SUPREME ICT CONSULTANTS 


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