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

Explain the basic vapour compression cycle, the components, the handing and storage of refrigerants 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
262177  Explain the basic vapour compression cycle, the components, the handing and storage of refrigerants 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Air-conditioning Refrigeration and Ventilation 
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 2  NQF Level 02  8 
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
116224  Explain the operation of basic vapour compression refrigeration systems, and identify and explain the function of the components and accessories as well as their retrieval and storage procedures  Level 2  NQF Level 02  8   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
Describe and explain how a basic refrigeration system transfers heat; identify and explain the various individual components their various functions. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Ability to read and write. A basic knowledge of physics relating to heat and temperature. 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
Refrigeration systems:
  • The single stage saturated refrigeration cycle.
  • System cooling air and rejecting heat via an air-cooled condenser.

    Components, including:
  • The compressor, flow control device, evaporators cooling air, air-cooled condensers.
  • Interconnecting piping, suction accumulators, Schraeder valves, filter-driers. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Explain, with the aid of a block diagram, the operation of the vapour compression refrigeration system. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Correct block diagrams of the vapour compression refrigeration systems are drawn. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The operation of a vapour compression system is explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Name and indicate the components and pipes in the block diagrams drawn and indicate the direction of flow of refrigerant. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Each component is indicated and named correctly. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Each pipe run is indicated and named correctly. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The direction of the flow of refrigerant and air is correctly indicated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Discuss the relationship between the pressure and the temperature of a refrigerant. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The relationship between the pressure and the temperature of refrigerants is correctly stated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The fact that the gas increases in temperature when being compressed is stated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The fact that evaporation and condensation of the refrigerant occur at constant temperature is stated and explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Explain the safe handling and storage of refrigeration system components and accessories. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The handling and storage of refrigeration components and accessories in accordance with manufacturer`s requirements is demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The procedure for issuing components and accessories from and returning to stores is explained. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Any person wishing to be assessed against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA, who may appoint a moderator to be present at the assessment.
  • The assessor must have knowledge and experience of air-conditioning and refrigeration. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • The basic processes involved in the vapour compression refrigeration cycle.
  • The various systems used and the role and application of refrigeration in daily life.
  • The function and operation of refrigeration components and accessories.
  • The handling, retrieval and storage of refrigeration system components and accessories.
  • Interpreting manufacturer`s and/or work instructions or company guidelines regarding handling, retrieval and storage of refrigeration system components and accessories. 
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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:
  • Identify refrigeration components and accessories. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others:
  • Assisting Level 3 Trade hand (Mechanic) by supplying correct accessory. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organize and manage myself and my activities responsibly and effectively:
  • Selecting required component and accessory and retrieve from stores. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively:
  • By oral or written stores` order for component or accessory. Communicating with Level 3 Trade hand (Mechanic). 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically:
  • By understanding the processes involved. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:
  • Be aware of the effect of leakage of refrigerants on the environment. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    Learner and societal development:
  • By learning how a refrigeration system operates. 
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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 116224, "Explain the operation of basic vapour compression refrigeration systems, and identify and explain the function of the components and accessories as well as their retrieval and storage procedures", Level 2, 10 credits. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  65449   National Certificate: Air-conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 


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