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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Occupational Certificate: Automotive Engine Dismantler 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
119440  Occupational Certificate: Automotive Engine Dismantler 
ORIGINATOR
Development Quality Partner - MERSETA 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-   OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Part-Qualification  Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology  Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  106  Not Applicable  NQF Level 02  Regular-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Registered  EXCO 0710/22  2022-08-04  2027-08-04 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-08-04   2031-08-04  

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 does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
An Engine Dismantler dismantles, cleans, and prepares internal combustion engines for inspection.

Rationale:
This is one of the derived Occupational Certificate: Automotive Engine Fitter qualifications. It comprises proficiencies that will allow qualified learners to pursue a career as an Automotive Engine Dismantler within the automotive industry.

The part-qualification is aimed at both new entrants as well as learners who have been working within the automotive industry. Upon completion of the qualification, learners will be able to dismantle, clean and prepare internal combustion engines for inspection.

This part-qualification will also provide learners with a foundation to pursue the other derived qualification, Engine Assembler, which is pegged at a level higher. Upon completion of both these derived qualifications, subject to the summative assessment results, learners will be awarded the Automotive Engine Fitter qualification.

This articulation allows for both horizontal and vertical career mobility within the automotive industry. Learners can advance their careers by enrolling in higher level automotive related qualifications. This will empower them with knowledge and skills that will enable them to take more responsibilities and/ or higher-level occupations.

Learners who successfully complete this part-qualification can participate effectively in the automotive industry, whether in small, medium, and large enterprises. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
  • Learners will gain access to the qualification through RPL for Access as provided for in the QCTO RPL Policy. RPL for access is conducted by accredited education institution, skills development provider or workplace accredited to offer that specific qualification/part qualification.
  • Learners who have acquired competencies of the modules of a qualification or part qualification will be credited for modules through RPL.

    RPL for access to the external integrated summative assessment:
    Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of result.

    Entry Requirements:
    An NQF Level 1 qualification with Mathematics and Science. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This part-qualification is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge, Practical Skill and Work Experience Modules:

    Knowledge Modules:
  • 653109-000-00-KM-01, Workplace Fundamentals, Level 2, 9 Credits.
  • 653109-000-00-KM-02, Foundational Concepts for Mechanics, Level 2, 14 Credits.
  • 653109-000-00-KM-03, Vehicle and Equipment Fundamentals, Level 2, 8 Credits.
  • 653109-000-00-KM-04, Basic Engine Systems, Level 2, 8 Credits.

    Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 39

    Practical Skill Modules:
  • 653109-000-00-PM-01, Work Safely and Respond to Emergencies, Level 2, 6 Credits.
  • 653109-000-00-PM-02, Use Tools and Equipment, Level 2, 26 Credits.
  • 653109-000-00-PM-03, Cut and Join Metals, Level 2, 5 Credits.
  • 653109-000-00-PM-04, Remove and Install Mechanical Components (gaskets, seals, bearings and locking devices), Level 2, 6 Credits.
  • 653109-000-00-PM-05, Dismantle, Clean, and Prepare Engine and Components, Level 2, 4 Credits.

    Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 47

    Work Experience Modules:
  • 653109-000-00-WM-01, Dismantling and Preparing Internal Combustion Engines and Components, Level 2, 20 Credits.

    Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 20 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Dismantle, clean, and prepare internal combustion engines for inspection. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Written and oral answers to questions demonstrate an understanding of the general principles and critical issues relating to dismantling, cleaning, and preparing internal combustion engines for inspection according to accepted industry standards.
  • Remove, clean, and prepare engine components according to applicable standard processes.
  • Source and correctly interpret technical information.
  • Plan work systematically and prepare the work area according to task requirements.
  • Dispose of all waste materials and restore the work area according to health, safety and environmental requirements.
  • Perform all activities with confidence.
  • Workmanship meets industry standards.
  • Perform all activities according to safety and environmental requirements.

    Integrated Assessment Formative Assessment:
    The skills development provider will use the curriculum to guide them on the stipulated internal assessment criteria and weighting. They will also apply the scope of practical skills and applied knowledge as stipulated by the internal assessment criteria. This formative assessment together with work experience leads to entrance in the integrated external summative assessment.

    Integrated Assessment Summative Assessment:
    "An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant QCTO Assessment Quality Partner is required for the issuing of this qualification. The external integrated summative assessment for the qualification will be conducted by means of a written exam in decentralised assessment centres and the evaluation of on-the-job performance in the workplace within 1 day". 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This part-qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Occupational Certificate: Automotive Workshop Assistant, NQF Level 2.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Occupational Certificate: Engine Management and Fuel Injection Systems Assistant, NQF Level 3. 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
    Qualifying for External Assessment:
    To qualify for an external assessment, learners must provide proof of completion of all required modules by means of a statement of results and statement of work experience as well as proof of successful completion of the following subjects and modules or alternative programmes where applicable.

    Additional Legal or Physical Entry Requirements:
  • None.

    Criteria for the Accreditation of Providers:
    Accreditation of providers will be done against the criteria as reflected in the relevant curriculum on the QCTO website.

    The curriculum title and code are: Automotive Engine Dismantler: 653109-000-00-01.

    Encompassed Trades:
    This qualification encompasses the following trades as recorded on the NLRD:
  • None.

    Assessment Quality Partner:
  • National Artisan Moderating Body (NAMB).

    Parent Qualifiation
  • Occupational Certificate: Automotive Engine Fitter NQF Level 4.

    RELATED PART-QUALIFICATIONS
  • Occupational Certificate: Automotive Engine Assembler NQF Level 3. 
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    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    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 


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