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

Diagnose and repair automatic transmissions 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
260658  Diagnose and repair automatic transmissions 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Vehicle Maintenance 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  6 
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
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

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 replaces: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
244120  Test automatic transmissions  Level 4  NQF Level 04  6   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard is for people in the automotive engineering industry who are expected to diagnose and repair automatic transmissions in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer service manuals.

People credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Read and interpret the job instructions.
  • Select and connect the required test equipment.
  • Test and adjust automatic transmissions.
  • Check the operational condition after adjustment.
  • Apply safety procedures during the repair and assembly task.
  • Restore work area, complete and process documentation.

    This unit standard is a core standard in the context of one or more of the following areas of specialisation:
  • Passenger vehicle.
  • Commercial vehicle.
  • Earthmoving equipment.
  • Lift truck.
  • Motor cycle. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The credit calculation is based on the assumption that learners are already competent in terms of the following outcomes or areas of learning when starting to learn towards this unit standard:
  • The ability to work safely in an automotive workshop at NQF Level 3.
  • The ability to Dismantle automotive main components at NQF Level 3.
  • The ability to Repair and assemble automotive components at NQF Level 3. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The following scope and context applies to the whole unit standard:
  • The learner should be able to work autonomously.

    Specific range statements are provided in the body of the unit standard where they apply to particular specific outcomes or assessment criteria. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Read and interpret the job instructions. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Types of transmissions include countershaft, planetary gears, hydraulic, hydraulic controlled, electric controlled, electronic controlled, pneumatic controlled. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Technical data is sourced in accordance with operational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Appropriate tools and equipment are obtained in accordance with repair manual and operational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The consequences of not using the correct technical data, tools and equipment are explained in terms of the impact on the job. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The type of transmission is identified in terms of the vehicle make and model. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The operation of a transmission is explained in terms of the functions performed. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The various types of transmissions are described in terms of their key differences and applications. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Select and connect the required test equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The equipment selected is appropriate to the test being conducted. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Test equipment is connected in accordance with repair manual procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Reasons why specific test equipment is used are given in terms of the required result and availability of equipment. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Test and adjust automatic transmissions. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Test and adjust includes procedures as prescribed by the operational and repair manuals.
  • Recording includes analysing the test results, diagnosing unit faults and failures, compiling and submitting a condition report to the relevant department for processing. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The system is tested in accordance with repair manual and operational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Test data is recorded in accordance with operational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The test results are diagnosed and explained in terms of the causes and potential solutions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The transmission is adjusted in accordance with the repair manual and safety procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Consequences of not repairing identified faults are explained in terms of the impact on the vehicle performance. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Check the operational condition after adjustment. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Checking include visual inspections and manual operations.
  • Manual checks include gear selection and free turning of shafts.
  • Visual checks include observing correct directional rotation of shafts. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The transmission is visually inspected and tested in accordance with operational and repair manual procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Quality checks are carried out in accordance with repair manual procedures and specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Quality control procedures are explained in terms of their operation and function. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Potential problems are identified and explained in terms of potential causes and remedies. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Apply safety procedures during the repair and assembly task. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Safety procedures are identified and adhered to during the repair and assembly task. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    All safety warnings and required actions before, during and after the task are adhered to according to workshop safety manuals. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Restore work area, complete and process documentation. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Restoring work area includes disposal of hazardous materials, tools and equipment cleaned and stored.
  • Documentation includes completing job cards, check lists and reports. 
    		•

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The work area is cleaned in accordance with workplace and SHE requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored in accordance with workplace and SHE requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Consequences of not leaving the workplace in the appropriate state are explained in terms of safety hazards and production. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Documentation is completed and processed in accordance with company procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Documentation is explained in terms of their main functions. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines and the agreed ETQA procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Names and functions of:
  • Types of automatic transmission and parts.
  • Tools and equipment.

    Attributes, descriptions, characteristics and properties:
  • Types of gears, metals and lubricants.
  • Design differences.

    Sensory cues:
  • What I see, hear, smell and feel during the process.

    Purpose of:
  • Test procedures.

    Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards:
  • Applicable company policies and procedures.
  • Repair manual procedures.
  • SHE procedures.
  • Quality procedures.

    Theory: rules, principles, laws:
  • Lubrication.
  • Gears.
  • Ratios.
  • Friction.
  • Torque.
  • Principals of automatic transmission operation.
  • Power flow.

    Relationships, systems:
  • Interaction of the various parts in relation to the transmission output. 
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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 and solve problems:
  • Relating to the testing of automatic transmissions. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others:
  • When interacting with team members and colleagues during the planning, preparation, and completion and reporting phases of the transmission testing task. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage myself and my activities:
  • When preparing the automatic transmission for testing.
  • When working in accordance with service and flat rate schedules.
  • When managing resources and my time. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively:
  • When completing and processing written reports.
  • When submitting the reports to the relevant department. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically:
  • When using special tools and equipment to test the transmission.
  • When using information technology to source technical data and to generate and submit reports. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:
  • When I can explain and justify my actions and procedures followed. 
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    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 
    This unit standard replaces unit standard 244120, "Test automatic transmissions", Level 4, 6 credits. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  78525   Further Education and Training Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  As per Learning Programmes recorded against this Qual 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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