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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: |
| National Certificate: Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 65489 | National Certificate: Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| SGB Air-conditioning Refrigeration and Ventilation | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| MERSETA - Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Education and Training Authority | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| National Certificate | Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Manufacturing and Assembly | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 122 | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | Regular-Unit Stds Based |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
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Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered" |
SAQA 06120/18 | 2018-07-01 | 2023-06-30 | |
| 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 qualification replaces: |
| Qual ID | Qualification Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Min Credits | Replacement Status |
| 48963 | National Certificate: Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 186 | Complete |
This qualification is replaced by: |
| Qual ID | Qualification Title | Pre-2009 NQF Level | NQF Level | Min Credits | Replacement Status |
| 103277 | Occupational Certificate: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic | Not Applicable | NQF Level 04 | 641 | Complete |
| PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
| Purpose:
The air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation industry provides a service to many sectors of the country`s economy such as food processing and warehousing; food transportation, distribution and retailing; deep level mining and industrial process; high rise and retail property; specialized medical care; automotive and mass transport; tourism and hospitality. This qualification provides the learner with the skills required to service, repair, commission and operate mechanical/electrical equipment and systems in the air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation sub-field in a variety of applications, and to supervise work teams. The current rate of urban development, the advance in technology and development of tourism creates an ever-increasing demand for air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation equipment and systems and therefore a corresponding demand for technicians to repair, maintain, install and manufacture such equipment and systems. The technical skills required for this purpose are scarce and there is a growing demand for technicians skilled in the mechanical, electrical and thermal sciences. These qualifications are ideally suited to school-leavers (male and female) who have an interest in the engineering sciences and have practical skills. This series of qualifications also equips the learner with entrepreneurial skills which would lead to self employment in the SMME field (Most businesses in the field of air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilation are in fact SMME`s). South African trained technicians are the obvious choice for work in this field, in many African countries. We also see an untapped potential for work and learning in this field, in many parts of Africa. This qualification specifically suits learners who have an interest in science and mathematics as well as manual dexterity (ability to use tools) and a consciousness of personal and environmental safety. It is also suitable for workers who have some practical and technical experience working in the air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation industry but lack the formal learning required in the qualification and who have a level to competence equivalent of the NQF Level 2 qualification in air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation as determined in formal assessment by an assessor who meets the criteria for the registration of assessors. To achieve competence in this qualification the learner must be able to: Rationale: Air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation are subfields of specialized engineering which account for the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance, and repair of systems which provide artificial cooling for the environment to improve comfort and productivity and the processing and preservation of foodstuffs. The development of the urban lifestyle with its concentration of population into centralized areas, the food chain from producer to consumer as well as the working environment and medical care would not be possible without these specialized engineering services. This is the second qualification in a series of qualifications which will lead to a learner acquiring all the skills required to work in the industry in the repair, maintenance, installation, manufacture and ultimately design of the mechanical/electrical systems which provide temperature control for environmental or process needs. The following represents a learning progression path: The learner will be required to reach competence in the advanced skills of the use of tools of the trade, practice of workplace safety, repair of mechanical and electrical plant faults, installation and dismantling of plants, reading and interpretation of drawings and diagrams. He will be required to work in a team and communicate at all levels in the workplace. There are many applications of air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation which relate directly to the tourism and hospitality industry: Relevant future socio-economic developments, for example, the increase in level of tourism will create further demand for the services of trained technicians to install, service and repair cooling equipment at all skills levels. |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| This qualification assumes that the candidate has already achieved one of more of the following:
Recognition of Prior Learning: Whether a candidate attends formal courses or acquires the required skills through informal means, the same standards apply as per the matrix of unit standards. The qualification and the standards have been written in such a way that the learning has to be assessed in an integrated way. Assessors will assess evidence to establish what the learners know and can do. Such evidence may be gathered through course related activities and/or through work related activities. In cases where candidates do not attend formal courses, assessors should seek work related evidence as far as possible. Where courses are provided for learners, institutions can use the unit standards and this qualification to assess learning achievements. For candidates who are not able to achieve the outcomes, providers can then use the standards and qualifications to determine a specific learning programme to suit the candidates learning needs. |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| Fundamental component: 36 credits as expressed by the following:
Core component: 67 credits. A minimum total of 19 credits is required in the elective component. For this qualification, learners are required to include Unit Standards 116720, 9532 and 9533 in this combination. |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Use verbal and written practices to communicate in the workplace and apply mathematical processes to solve everyday numerical problems.
2. Read and interpret drawings and diagrams related to his work as per industry standards. 3. Use power tools, equipment and instruments, accurately and safely according to standard operating procedures. 4. Adhere to health and safety regulations during installation, connection and maintenance of electrical cables and conductors in accordance with industry standards. 5. Demonstrate knowledge of the operation of the vapour compression refrigeration system and its components, electrical and control devices. 6. Demonstrate knowledge of air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation plant layout and components drawings, sketches and specifications. Critical Cross-field outcomes: This Qualification addresses the following Critical-Cross Field Outcomes: Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using thinking have been made when: Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organization and community when: Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively when: Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion when: Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others when: Demonstrate understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognizing the complex and dynamic nature of the various systems, system components and the inter-relationships that exist between systems when: |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
1.1 Information from texts, reports and standard operating procedures is identified and applied to explain the operation of control devices. 1.2 Information from texts, reports and standard operating procedures is applied to explain the refrigeration cycle and plant layout. 1.3 Information from texts, reports and standard operating procedures is used to explain the plant layout, components, sketches and specifications. 1.4 Information from texts, reports and standard operating procedures is applied to explain faults associated with air-conditioning, refrigeration or ventilation industries. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: 2.1 The use of drawings, diagrams and specifications as a means of conveying detail instructions is explained. 2.2 On-Off control devices are identified from diagrams and their use in the air-conditioning, refrigeration industry is explained. 2.3 Electrical circuits applicable to single-phase air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilations are drawn and explained according to industry standards. 2.4 Plant layout, its components and sketches is explained according to industry standards. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: 3.1 Relevant power tools, equipment and instruments used in the air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation trades are identified. 3.2 Relevant power tools, equipment and instruments used in the air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation trades are used safely according to standard operating procedures. 3.3 Relevant power tools, equipment and instruments used in the air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation trades are maintained in accordance with standard operating procedures. 3.4 The purpose of power tools and other installation equipment is explained and demonstrated. 3.5 Sample of refrigeration oils are analysed accurately and explanation is given on how oil can determine the general condition of a refrigeration system. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: 4.1 The importance of adhering to health and safety requirements is explained in terms of installation, connection and maintenance of electrical cables and conductors within the air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation industries. 4.2 The consequences of non compliance is explained as per industry standards. 4.3 Legal requirements when handling group 1 refrigerants are adhered to according to South African Bureau of Standards (SABS 0147). 4.5 Precautions required to ensure the safety of workers and others in the vicinity are explained and demonstrated in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Standards. 4.6 The responsibility of handling refrigerants (groups 1 and 2) and the consequences of unsafe procedures are explained. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5: 5.1 The concept of vapour compression is explained according to industry standards. 5.2 The operation of the vapour compression refrigeration system is explained with the aid of block diagram. 5.3 The relationship between pressure and the temperature of a refrigerant is discussed. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6: 6.1 The air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation plant layout is interpreted in relation to its components drawings, sketches and specifications. 6.2 All system components are identified and the function of each explained in relation to the complete process. 6.3 Typical operating temperatures/pressure parameters are explained in relation to the complete process. 6.4 Sketches are drawn according to specifications. Integrated Assessment: Integrated assessment at the level of this qualification will evaluate the learner's capacity to integrate engineering principles, processes and behaviour across a range of workplace domains and thus be able to carry out maintenance, repair and installation work under supervision for the benefit of his employer. Integrated assessment must specifically evaluate the learner`s ability to: This will require assessment methodologies which will include demonstration, oral and written responses, both summative and formative, and evidence of these in the form of portfolios or projects. The learner must show sufficient evidence of ability to understand engineering principles and responsibility in workplace behaviour and procedures. Such ability may be obtained in a formal learnership, by practice gained in the workplace (RPL) or by a combination of formal learning and practice in the workplace. The assessment must also ensure that learners have achieved the critical outcomes. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| European Union:
Through the European Federation of National Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Associations (ERA. comprising 21 EU states), there is a move towards the harmonisation of EU refrigeration training and certification. This stems from the current lack of a singular reference point in respect of competence levels and a resulting measurement of compliance to EU refrigeration codes. For example, there is an EU legislative requirement (EC842-2006 for F Gas handling) which requires refrigeration workers to achieve certification in the handling of gases. This can be achieved through (City & Guild 2078) or CITB. The handling of ammonia is dealt with at Level 2 and at subsequent levels in our system. Great Britain: On the other hand, the City and Guilds equivalents are found in the following range: 207- Level 2 (refrigeration and air conditioning craft certificate); 207- Level 3 refrigeration and air conditioning advanced certificate and 257 technician certificate). Commonalities between the SA (NQF Level 2, 3 and 4) and UK Qualifications 6087 NVQ in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Levels 2, 3 and 4) are as follows: The core competence areas under which there is commonality across the four levels are from simple to complex systems, as follows: > Range: Planning and factoring of tools, requirements, process and use. In both jurisdictions the various levels have the following similarities: Operatives: The operatives (SA) in the air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation field are: Assistant mechanic at Level 2, who carries out technical work under supervision; the mechanic (without supervision) at Level 3; the Technician/protect Leader at Level 4 whose role is supervisory and is able to deal with complex systems. In the UK Level 2 is for the Trainee, Level 3 is for the craftsperson and Level 4 is for the Specialist/Supervisor and Team leader. An example from British Columbia: For illustration, we picked a specific Heating, Ventilation an Air-conditioning Technician course from British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) in Canada. In it there is consistency with the SA and UK qualifications in the core/main elements, though with some minor differences of terminology, duration and qualification pegging. It is noted that the BCIT qualification has been made up of 3 separate levels of Unit Standards that make up the total Credit of 125. The South African equivalent qualifications have three qualifications that span three levels, that is, Levels 2-4 with credits as follows: (Level 2; 133, Level 3: 122 and Level 4 at 156 credits). The Table below illustrates the difference in the BCIT Credit level 1 Unit Standards and South African Qualification Unit standard Level 2 Qualification and their respective Credits. An example from British Columbia: It should be noted that the international standard is arguably set higher than the South African standards based on the reason listed below. A BCIT qualified graduate at level two is expected to be able to Design Refrigeration Systems, Describe Basic HVAC Systems, Air Distribution Arrangement for HVAC, Air Properties and Measurement, Explain HVAC Control Loops, Maintain Heat Pump Systems, whereas our graduate is only expected to demonstrate understanding of the basic understanding of mechanical/technical equipment and carry out technical work and understand principles of Air-Conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation and demonstrate a b. The BCIT graduate would have learned all South African Level 2 core unit standards in his/her Level 1. New Zealand: South African Level 3 and 4 qualifications compare relatively favourably with those of New Zealand (Level 3: 1415, Level 4:1416; Level 4: 0124; Level 4: 0130). It is noted that the New Zealand Qualifications Authority allows for specialization in the following areas: Automotive Heating etc. Automotive machining, Diesel Fuel injection and Motorsport. The New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA) has listed an equivalent qualification as a Heating, Ventilation an Air-conditioning (HVAC) qualification which would be a component of an Engineering Qualification (e.g. Mechanical Engineering, Motor Industry Engineering or Building maintenance). SADC and beyond: Summary: The International comparability exercise has revealed the following: New Zealand, Great Britain, and EU qualifications have a number of occupational streams and learning pathways within the domestic, commercial/industrial and auto applications of heating, ventilation and air conditioning. It was also observed that the South African air conditioning unit standards within the NQF Level range 2-4 overlaps the international equivalent at Levels 1-6, in the various countries. Other countries make provision for school based vocational education at Level 1 equivalent, for example, the United States of America. In line with the international experience, the South African Qualifications seek comply with the requirements of safety, national standards and the handling of dangerous substances. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This Qualification allows for both horizontal and vertical articulation.
Horizontal articulation: ID 58862: National Certificate: Electro-Mechanical Winding, at NQF Level 3. Vertical articulation: ID 50371: National Certificate: Domestic Appliance Repair, at NQF Level 4. |
| MODERATION OPTIONS |
| CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
| Anyone assessing a learner against this qualification must be registered with the relevant ETQA as an assessor.
Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement this qualification must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA. Assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the policies and guidelines for assessment of that ETQA, in terms of agreements reached around assessment and between various ETQA's (including professional bodies). Anyone wishing to be assessed against this qualification may apply to be assessed any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA. The options as listed above provide the opportunity to ensure that assessment and moderation can be transparent, affordable, valid reliable and non-discriminatory. For an applicant to register as an assessor or moderator of this qualification, the applicant needs: |
REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
| As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. |
| NOTES |
| This qualification replaces qualification 48963, "National Certificate: Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation", Level 3, 189 credits.
The assessment criteria for each unit standard are to be used by the assessor as the basis for assessment judgments, first in relation to each unit standard, and then in relation to integration at Exit Outcome Level. |
| UNIT STANDARDS: |
| ID | UNIT STANDARD TITLE | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | CREDITS | |
| Core | 116226 | Identify and set ON-OFF control devices as used in air conditioning and refrigeration systems, explain their operation and discuss their application and fault finding | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
| Core | 116243 | Install, connect and maintain electrical cables and conductors as applied in air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation installations | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
| Core | 116244 | Sketch and construct electrical circuits applicable to single-phase air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation installations | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 9 |
| Core | 116468 | Adhere to the legal requirements of SANS 10147 (SABS 0147) standards when handling group 1 refrigerants | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
| Core | 261819 | Apply an understanding of various systems, system components, the actual and the theoretical refrigeration cycle | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 7 |
| Core | 116719 | Demonstrate knowledge of the OHS Act as it affects experienced workers in the air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation industries | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 |
| Core | 116712 | Dismantle and assemble air conditioning and refrigeration equipment | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
| Core | 116697 | Fault find an air-conditioning, refrigeration or ventilation plant stoppage or failure | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
| Core | 116702 | Identify, handle and sample refrigeration oils for analysis, and demonstrate how oil can indicate the general condition of a refrigeration system | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
| Core | 116696 | Identify, use and maintain power tools used in the air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation trades | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 8 |
| Core | 116717 | Interpret air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation plant layout and component drawings, sketches and specifications | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
| Core | 9530 | Manage work time effectively | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 |
| Fundamental | 119458 | Analyse and respond to a variety of literary texts | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 9010 | Demonstrate an understanding of the use of different number bases and measurement units and an awareness of error in the context of relevant calculations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
| Fundamental | 9013 | Describe, apply, analyse and calculate shape and motion in 2-and 3-dimensional space in different contexts | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
| Fundamental | 119466 | Interpret a variety of literary texts | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 119457 | Interpret and use information from texts | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 9012 | Investigate life and work related problems using data and probabilities | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 119467 | Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 7456 | Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal, business and national issues | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 5 |
| Elective | 116233 | Identify and state application of belt drives, couplings, gearboxes and bearings used on air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation plants and recognize misaligned, mismatched and worn components | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 6 |
| Elective | 9266 | Install self propelled transport refrigeration systems | Level 2 | NQF Level 02 | 4 |
| Elective | 116703 | Check and maintain air-conditioners in vehicles | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
| Elective | 9532 | Demonstrate basic knowledge of computers | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
| Elective | 116708 | Diagnose and repair air-conditioners in vehicles | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
| Elective | 116701 | Handle and place in position equipment used within the air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation industries | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
| Elective | 116707 | Identify and apply insulation methods and materials for piping and flat surfaces as applicable to air-conditioning and refrigeration systems | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 8 |
| Elective | 116465 | Identify and commission modulating control systems as used in air conditioning and refrigeration systems | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
| Elective | 244589 | Identify causes of stress and techniques to manage it in the workplace | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 2 |
| Elective | 116718 | Identify water reticulation systems, its components, accessories and controls used in air-conditioning and refrigeration installations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 4 |
| Elective | 116713 | Install and service power transmission systems for air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation equipment | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
| Elective | 9546 | Install externally powered transport refrigeration systems | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
| Elective | 116706 | Operate water treatment systems used in air-conditioning and refrigeration installations | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 |
| Elective | 116715 | Remove, install and service bearings used on air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation equipment | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 6 |
| Elective | 116720 | Show understanding of diversity in the workplace | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 |
| Elective | 116705 | Supply and fit air conditioners to vehicles | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 |
| Elective | 9533 | Use communication skills to handle and resolve conflict in the workplace | Level 3 | NQF Level 03 | 3 |
| LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification. |
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| PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| 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. |
| NONE |
| All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |