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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Intermediate Occupational Certificate: Vehicle Body Builder (Metal) 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
122488  Intermediate Occupational Certificate: Vehicle Body Builder (Metal) 
ORIGINATOR
Development Quality Partner - MERSETA (Manufactur) 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
QCTO - Quality Council for Trades and Occupations  OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Intermediate Occupational Cert  Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology  Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  566  Not Applicable  NQF Level 03  Regular-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Registered  EXCO 0624/24  2024-06-04  2029-06-04 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2030-06-04   2033-06-04  

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:
The purpose of this to qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Vehicle Body Builder.

A Vehicle Body Builder manufactures and repairs prototype production units and purpose-built vehicle bodies such as buses, trucks, and trailers.

A qualified learner will be able to:
  • Manufacture and assemble a vehicle's framework.
  • Fit the components and parts used to cover the vehicle body.
  • Install mechanised equipment and vehicle suspension systems, or various types of vehicle chasses.
  • Install components and parts.
  • Apply the finishing to a vehicle body.
  • Build chassis and vehicles bodies.
  • Repair and alter chasses and vehicle bodies.

    Rationale:
    There is a critical need in the industry for skilled persons who are able to conduct the essential operations associated with efficient and safe manufacturing and assembling of vehicle's framework, fitting the components and parts used to cover the vehicle body, installing mechanised equipment and vehicle suspension systems, to various types of vehicle chassis, applying the finishing to a vehicle body, build chassis and vehicles bodies and repair and altering chassis and vehicle bodies.

    The qualifying learner will be more employable within the Vehicle Bodybuilder sector and will and will benefit society by contributing to the economy of the Vehicle Body Building Industry and the country. This industry is vital to the existence, performance, and growth of the South African economy. A healthy economy is in turn vital in terms of the development and upliftment of the country, its infrastructure, and its entire people.

    Vehicle manufacturing companies invest considerable sums of money in plant, equipment, processes, raw materials, other resources, and staff thus increasing employment in the sector. These investments can only be justified if the plants and equipment operate to the optimum capacity and efficiency. This achieved by having an effective, well trained, and qualified workforce to ensure they run at optimum capacity. The effective manufacturing and repair of vehicle bodies is thus of utmost importance. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
    RPL for Access to Training:
    Learners may use the RPL process to gain access to training opportunities for a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification, or skills programme if they do not meet the formal, minimum entry requirements for admission. RPL assessment provides an alternative access route into a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification, or skills programme.

    Such an RPL assessment may be developed, moderated, and conducted by the accredited Skills Development Provider which offers that specific qualification/part qualification/skills programme. Such an assessment must ensure that the learner is able to display the equivalent level of competencies required for access, based on the NQF level descriptors.

    For exemption from modules through RPL, learners who have gained the stipulated competencies of the modules of a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification, or skills programme through any means of formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or work experience, may be awarded credits towards relevant modules, and gaps identified for training, which is then concluded.

    RPL for Access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA):
    Learners who have gained the stipulated competencies of the modules of a programme of learning, qualification, part-qualification, or skills programme through any means of formal, informal or non-formal learning and/or work experience, may be awarded credits towards relevant modules, and gaps identified for training, which is then concluded.

    A valid Statement of Results is required for admission to the EISA in which confirmation of achievement is provided that all internal assessment criteria for all modules in the related curriculum document have been achieved.

    For a Skills Programme, the accredited Skills Development Provider (SDP) must ensure all modular competency requirements are met prior to the FISA and keep record of such evidence.

    Upon successful completion of the EISA/FISA, RPL learners will be issued with the QCTO certificate for the qualification, part-qualification or skills programme. Quality Partners are responsible for ensuring the RPL mechanism and process for qualifications and part-qualification is approved by the QCTO.

    Entry Requirements:
    An NQF Level 1 qualification with Mathematics and Science. 

    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

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

    Knowledge Modules:
  • 684905-002-00-KM-01, Health, Safety and the Environment, Level 2, 10 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-02, Workplace Fundamentals and Ethics, Level 3, 8 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-03, Vehicle Building Tools and Equipment (hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical), Level 3, 8 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-04, Vehicle Building Materials, Level 2, 8 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-05, Vehicle Mechanical Processes, Level 3, 15 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-06, Vehicle and Equipment Fundamentals, Level 3, 20 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-07, Engineering Drawings, Level 2, 4 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-08, Fabrication and Pipework, Level 2, 8 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-09, Assembling and Joining, Level 2, 8 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-10, Cutting and Welding, Level 3, 15 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-11, Additional Joining Methods, Level 3, 12 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-12, Composites, Level 2, 4 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-13, Adhesive Bonding Methods, Level 2, 4 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-KM-14, Vehicle Body Building Finishing Processes, Level 3, 2 Credits.

    Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules:126

    Practical Skill Modules:
  • 684905-002-00-PM-01, Prepare Safe Working Environment, Level 2, 12 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-02, Use and Care for Hand and Power Tools Relevant to Vehicle Building, Level 2, 8 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-03, Marking-Off Materials, Level 3, 6 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-04, Cut Metal, Level 3, 8 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-05, Bend Metal, Leve 3, 8 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-06, Weld Metal Components, Level 4, 26 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-07, Assemble, Align, and Join Metal Components and Sub-Components, Level 3, 11 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-08, Fit Components and Parts, Level 3, 11 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-09, Remove and Install Mechanical Components, Level 2, 10 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-10, Work with Auto-electric and Auto-electronic Components, Level 3, 18 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-11, Work with Fluid Power Components, Level 3, 20 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-12, Maintain and Repair Vehicle Body, Level 3, 30 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-PM-13, Maintain and Repair Chassis, Level 3, 30 Credits.

    Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 198

    Work Experience Modules:
  • 684905-002-00-WM-01, Vehicle Building Preparation and Planning Processes, Level 3, 16 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-WM-02, Chassis Preparation and Planning Processes, Level 3, 16 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-WM-03, Metal Cutting, Forming, and Cleaning Processes, Level 3, 31 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-WM-04, Processes of Joining, Erecting, and Assembling Metal Sub-Components and Assemblies, Level 4, 37 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-WM-05, Vehicle Maintenance Processes, Level 4, 37 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-WM-06, Chassis Maintenance Processes, Level 4, 37 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-WM-07, Processes for the Installation, Maintenance and Repair of Components and Parts,
    Level 3, 31 Credits.
  • 684905-002-00-WM-08, Processes for the Installation, Maintenance and Repair of Chassis Components and Parts, Level 3, 37 Credits.

    Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 242 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Prepare a safe working environment, use hand, and power tools relevant to vehicle building.
    2. Demonstrate the ability to interpret technical drawings.
    3. Demonstrate the ability to mark-off materials, cut metal, bend metal, weld metal components, assemble, align, and join metal components and sub-components.
    4. Apply operational requirements to fit components and parts including all auto-electric and auto-electronic components.
    5. Show operational requirements used to remove and install mechanical components including hydraulic components.
    6. Apply techniques used to maintain and repair vehicle body.
    7. Demonstrate procedures and techniques used maintain and repair chassis. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Conduct the preparation of the work area in an optimal and productive manner.
  • Select and use of the correct tools, material, and equipment and apply health and safety pertaining to these processes in accordance with the standard operating procedures and health and safety requirements.
  • Adhere to safe work procedures, precautions and Personal Protective Equipment required.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Interpret job specifications from a relevant technical drawing.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • Interpret job specifications from a relevant technical drawing.
  • Use different techniques for marking off and cutting materials in terms of the job specifications and within an agreed time frame.
  • Apply different techniques for marking off, cutting, bending, and welding metal components in terms of the job specifications and within an agreed time frame.
  • Use techniques for assembling, aligning, and joining metal components in terms of the job specifications and within an agreed time frame.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
  • Prepare area for fitment of components and parts according to relevant fitment techniques and processes.
  • Fit components and parts in terms of the job specifications and within an agreed time frame.
  • Complete all relevant documentation according to site-specific standards.
  • Adhere to all relevant housekeeping standards according to site-specific standards.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot basic hydraulic circuits in terms of the job specifications and within an agreed time frame.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot basic pneumatic circuits in terms of the job specifications and within an agreed time frame.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
  • Assess area for repair and identify relevant technique for repair according to job specifications and quality standards.
  • Remove, repair and/or replace defective component or part in terms of the job specifications and within an agreed time frame.
  • Apply the different techniques for removal, replacement or repair of components and parts in terms of the job specifications and within an agreed time frame.
  • Perform quality checks in accordance with applicable quality standards.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
  • Assess area for repair and identify relevant technique for repair according to job specifications and quality standards.
  • Remove, repair and/or replace defective chassis part in terms of the job specifications and within an agreed time frame.
  • The different techniques for removal, replacement or repair of a chassis part are demonstrated in terms of the job specifications and within an agreed time frame.
  • Perform quality checks in accordance with applicable quality standards.

    Integrated Assessment:
    Integrated Formative Assessment
    The Skills Development Providers 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 leads to entrance into the integrated External Summative Assessment.

    Integrated Summative Assessment
    An External Integrated Summative Assessment, conducted through the relevant QCTO Assessment Quality Partner is required to issue this qualification. The External Integrated Summative Assessment will focus on the Exit Level Outcomes and Associated Assessment Criteria. Additional to the written assessment the learner must also submit a portfolio of evidence compiled of outcomes achieved in the workplace. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    The South African Motor Vehicle Body Builder Occupational Qualification has been compared with qualifications, learning programmes, and learning units from United Kingdom and Australia.

    United Kingdom
    In the United Kingdom 4 Qualifications were found that form the 2 apprenticeship frameworks for:
    Metal Fabricator EPA (9345) and the Automotive Maintenance and Repair Intermediate Apprenticeship.

    Qualification 1
    Title: Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering - Manual Welding, Credits.
    Institution offering the qualification: City & Guilds.

    Duration: To achieve the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering - Manual Welding, learners must achieve 15 credits from the mandatory units and a minimum of 44 credits from the optional units available.
    Entry requirements: Learners must be 16 years and older.

    Modules:
    Mandatory
  • Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements 5.
  • Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation 5.
  • Working efficiently and effectively in engineering 5.

    Optional
  • Joining materials by the manual metal arc welding process 54.
  • Joining materials by the semiautomatic MIG/MAG and flux cored arc processes 54.
  • Joining materials by the manual TIG and plasma-arc welding processes 54.
  • Joining materials by the manual oxy/fuel gas welding process 50.
  • Producing fillet welded joints using a manual/semi-automatic welding process 44.

    Qualification 2
    Title: Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering - Manual Welding.
    Institution offering the qualification: City & Guilds.

    Duration: The minimum credit required to achieve this qualification is 212 credits. To achieve the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Fabrication and Welding Engineering (Manual Welding), learners must achieve 15 credits from the mandatory units (201-202, 303) and must achieve a minimum of 170 credits from any one of the optional units 304-309.

    Entry requirements: Learners must be 16 years and older.

    Modules:
    Mandatory
  • Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements 5.
  • Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation 5.
  • Working efficiently and effectively in engineering 5.

    Optional
  • Welding Materials by the Manual Metal Arc Process 175.
  • Welding Materials by the Semi-Automatic MIG/MAG and Flux Cored Arc Processes 175.
  • Welding Materials by the Manual TIG and Plasma Arc Welding Process 175.
  • Welding Materials by the Manual Oxy/Fuel Gas Welding Process 170.
  • Welding Pipe/Tube using Multiple Manual Arc Welding Processes 180.
  • Welding Plate using Multiple Manual Arc Welding Processes 180.

    Qualification 3
    Title: Level 2 Diploma in Accident Repair MET Principles (4291).
    Institution offering the qualification: City & Guilds.

    Duration: The minimum credit required to achieve this qualification is 52 credits. To achieve the Level 2 Diploma in Accident Repair MET Principles, learners must achieve 29 credits from the mandatory generic units and 23 credits from the mandatory specialist units.
    Entry requirements: Learners must be 16 years and older.

    Modules:
    Mandatory generic units:
  • Skills in health, safety, and good housekeeping in the automotive environment 7.
  • Skills in supporting job roles in the automotive work environment 5.
  • Skills in materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment 7.
  • Knowledge of health, safety, and good housekeeping in the automotive environment 3.
  • Knowledge of support for job roles in the automotive work environment 3.
  • Knowledge of materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment 4.

    Mandatory specialist units:
  • Skills in removing and fitting vehicle mechanical components 5.
  • Skills in removing and fitting electrical components 2.
  • Skills in removing and fitting trim components 3.
  • Knowledge of removing and fitting vehicle mechanical components 6.
  • Knowledge of removing and fitting electrical components 5.
  • Knowledge of removing and fitting trim components 2.

    Qualification 4
    Title: Level 3 Diploma in Accident Repair MET Principles (4291).
    Institution offering the qualification: City & Guilds.

    Duration: The minimum credit required to achieve this qualification is 43 credits. To achieve the Level 3 Diploma in Accident Repair MET Principles, learners must achieve 29 credits from the mandatory generic units and a minimum of 14 credits from the mandatory specialist units.

    Entry requirements: Learners must be 16 years and older.

    Modules:
    Mandatory generic units:
  • Skills in health, safety, and good housekeeping in the automotive environment 7.
  • Skills in supporting job roles in the automotive work environment 5.
  • Skills in materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment 7.
  • Knowledge of health, safety, and good housekeeping in the automotive environment 3.
  • Knowledge of support for job roles in the automotive work environment 3.
  • Knowledge of materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment 4.

    Mandatory specialist units:
  • Skills in removing and fitting electronically controlled vehicle mechanical components 2.
  • Skills in removing and fitting vehicle electronic components and systems 2.
  • Skills in removing, refurbishing and fitting trim components 2.
  • Handle refrigerants 1.
  • Knowledge of removing and fitting electronically controlled vehicle mechanical components 2.
  • Knowledge of removing and fitting vehicle electronic components and systems 3.
  • Knowledge of removing, refurbishing and fitting trim components 2.

    Similarities
    The qualifications from the United Kingdom mentioned above have mandatory generic and specialist units or
    modules that are like the South African Qualification spread across

    Mandatory generic and specialist units from the United Kingdom Qualification:
  • Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements 5.
  • Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation 5.
  • Working efficiently and effectively in engineering 5.
  • Skills in health, safety, and good housekeeping in the automotive environment 7.
  • Skills in supporting job roles in the automotive work environment 5.
  • Skills in materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment 7.
  • Skills in removing and fitting vehicle mechanical components 5.
  • Skills in removing and fitting electrical components 2.
  • Knowledge of removing and fitting vehicle mechanical components 6.
  • Knowledge of removing and fitting electrical components 5.
  • Knowledge of removing and fitting trim components 2.
  • Knowledge of health, safety, and good housekeeping in the automotive environment 3.
  • Welding Materials by the Manual Metal Arc Process 175.
  • Welding Materials by the Semi-Automatic MIG/MAG and Flux Cored Arc Processes 175.

    The assessment is performed in a similar manner with knowledge and practical application assessments. The Vehicle Body Builder Qualification covers all the knowledge of the United Kingdom qualifications but is much broader and will take longer to complete.

    Differences
    The UK based qualification spans over a set of 4 Qualifications with varying credit values, whereas the South African Qualification have more credits and the duration. The South African Qualification has a work experience component whereas the UK Qualifications does not. The other difference is that the nomenclature is different to the South African one. The entry requirements of these UK qualifications also differ with the South African one.

    Australia
    In Australia 3 Qualifications were found that have similar skills sets and knowledge spread across the South African Qualification.

    Qualification 1
    Title: Certificate II in Automotive Manufacturing Production - Bus, Truck and Trailer
    Institution offering the qualification: South Metropolitan TAFE accredited by Western Australian Training Accreditation Council (WA TAC).

    Duration: To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 14 units of competency: which include 5 core units and 9 elective units with a credit value of 60 credits or more depending on the electives chosen.

    Entry requirements: OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
    Or
    C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent.
    Or
    Certificate I or Certificate II.

    Modules:
    Core Units
  • Work effectively in teams.
  • Apply safe work practices in the automotive manufacturing environment.
  • Prepare and operate tools, equipment, and machinery.
  • Read and interpret work orders and working drawings.
  • Assemble vehicle components.

    Elective Units
  • Contribute to production goals.
  • Monitor and maintain automotive equipment.
  • Prepare and process automotive materials and components.
  • Apply continuous improvement in automotive manufacturing.
  • Provide customer service.
  • Apply workplace technical quality standards.
  • Install fixed and moveable glass components on vehicles.
  • Assemble vehicle frames and axles.
  • Install or replace mechanical units and assemblies.
  • Install and fit out components.
  • Finish and paint vehicle body and part surfaces.
  • Test, modify and repair vehicle electrical circuits and systems.
  • Prepare materials for fabrication using jigs and fixtures.
  • Fabricate parts for vehicle sub-assemblies.
  • Apply trim to vehicle components.
  • Perform basic welding, thermal cutting, heating, and gouging.
  • Perform mechanical cutting.
  • Paint vehicle chassis and panels.
  • Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace.
  • Use numbers in an automotive workplace.
  • Solder electrical wiring and circuits.
  • Apply competitive systems and practices.
  • Sustain process improvements.
  • Manage the impact of change on own work.
  • Apply 5S procedures.
  • Apply quality standards.
  • Undertake root cause analysis.
  • Lift and move load using a mobile crane.

    Qualification 2
    Title: Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations - Bus, Truck and Trailer
    Institution offering the qualification: South Metropolitan TAFE accredited by Western Australian Training Accreditation Council (WA TAC).

    Duration: To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 28 units of competency of which is 11 core units and 17 elective units with a credit value of 140 credits or more depending on the electives chosen.

    Entry requirements:
    No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

    Modules:
    Core Units
  • Prepare and operate tools, equipment, and machinery.
  • Monitor and maintain automotive equipment.
  • Apply heavy vehicle standards.
  • Apply workplace technical quality standards.
  • Read and interpret work orders and working drawings.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and determine requirements.
  • Perform basic welding, thermal cutting, heating, and gouging.
  • Perform mechanical cutting.
  • Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace.
  • Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace.
  • Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace.

    Elective Units
  • Operate load shifting equipment.
  • Produce drawings manually.
  • Participate in workplace productivity improvement processes.
  • Service vehicle after assembly.
  • Assemble, install, and test braking system kits.
  • Perform wheel alignment operations.
  • Install fixed and moveable glass components on vehicles.
  • Assemble vehicle components.
  • Assemble vehicle frames and axles.
  • Install and fit out components.
  • Assemble, install, and test hydraulic system kits.
  • Assemble, install, and test pneumatic system kits.
  • Bond and repair fibreglass components.
  • Install or replace mechanical units and assemblies.
  • Replace and repair vehicle body panels and fittings.
  • Finish and paint vehicle body and part surfaces.
  • Rework vehicle paint faults.
  • Install and replace vehicle electrical units and assemblies.
  • Manufacture and modify vehicle wiring harnesses.
  • Test, modify and repair vehicle electrical circuits and systems.
  • Prepare materials for fabrication using jigs and fixtures.
  • Prepare materials for fabrication using manual processes.
  • Fabricate plugs.
  • Fabricate parts for vehicle sub-assemblies.
  • Apply trim to vehicle components.
  • Perform manual metal arc welding.
  • Perform gas tungsten arc welding.
  • Perform gas metal arc welding.
  • Paint vehicle chassis and panels.
  • Install vehicle components.
  • Modify and repair chassis and frames.
  • Respond to customer needs and enquiries in an automotive workplace.
  • Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace.
  • Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle air braking systems.
  • Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle suspension systems.
  • Inspect and service air braking systems.
  • Inspect suspension systems.
  • Inspect and service suspension systems.
  • Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements.
  • Apply competitive systems and practices.
  • Manage the impact of change on own work.
  • Undertake root cause analysis.

    Qualification 3
    Title: Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology.

    Institution offering the qualification: Australian Professional Training Academy Pty Ltd accredited by Australian Skills Quality Authority.

    Duration: To achieve this qualification over 3 years, competency must be demonstrated in 31 of which 17 is core units and 14 elective units, of which:
  • 8 units from one of the Specialist Elective Groups A to C below must be chosen of the remaining units required to make up the elective unit total:
  • Up to 6 may be from the Specialist Elective Groups and/or the general elective units listed below.
  • Up to 5 may be from a Certificate II qualification or above in this Training Package or another endorsed.
    Training Package or accredited course.

    Entry requirements:
    Completion of year 11(Grade 11) or equivalent.
    English requirements: IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL PB 506, TOEFL IBT 62, PTE Academic 46, CAE & CPE (from 2015) 162.

    Applicants must be 18 years of age and above.
    Successful completion of Pre-training review (PTR) LLN Level 3.

    Modules:
    Core Units:
  • Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace.
  • Interpret and apply automotive repair instructions.
  • Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace.
  • Remove, refit, and operate electrical components following body repair activities.
  • Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles.
  • Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace.
  • Repair vehicle chassis, frame, and associated components.
  • Remove and store vehicle body components.
  • Repair vehicle body misalignment.
  • Remove, replace, and align bolt-on vehicle body panels and components.
  • Repair vehicle body panels using filler.
  • Remove and replace major welded panels on vehicles.
  • Repair adhesive bonded structural damage on vehicles.
  • Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures.
  • Apply original equipment manufacturer repair procedures during vehicle repairs.
  • Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections.
  • Carry out spot welding.

    Specialist Elective Units

    Group A: Vehicle Body Repair
  • Remove and replace vehicle supplementary restraint systems.
  • Remove and replace adhesive attached components on vehicles.
  • Repair vehicle thermoplastic body panels and components.
  • Repair and replace vehicle structural damage.
  • Set up and operate universal vehicle measuring systems.
  • Carry out vehicle sectional repairs.
  • Carry out non-structural vehicle panel repairs.
  • Carry out paint-less dent repairs on vehicle body panels.
  • Repair vehicle body panels using metal finishing.
  • Repair vehicle structural damage by riveting.
  • Repair vehicle aluminium body panels without the use of body filler.
  • Repair vehicle aluminium body panels using filler.
  • Identify and repair high strength steel vehicle components.

    Group B: Vehicle Body Restoration
  • Carry out soft soldering techniques.
  • Repair vehicle body components using lead wiping.
  • Repair corroded vehicle body panels and components.
  • Repair vehicle body panels using metal finishing.
  • Fabricate wooden components for vehicles.
  • Fabricate automotive and marine trim components.
  • Fabricate vehicle composite material components.
  • Fabricate vehicle body panels and components.
  • Carry out tungsten inert gas welding.
  • Perform routine oxy fuel gas welding.

    Group C: Heavy Vehicle Body and Chassis Repair
  • Operate load shifting equipment.
  • Install vehicle components.
  • Apply heat induction processes.
  • Set up and operate universal vehicle measuring systems.
  • Repair vehicle structural damage by riveting.
  • Repair vehicle aluminium body panels without the use of body filler.
  • Prepare vehicle substrates for refinishing.
  • Carry out tungsten inert gas welding.
  • Perform basic penetrant testing.
  • Work safely at heights.

    General Elective Units
  • Read and respond to automotive workplace information.
  • Resolve routine problems in an automotive workplace.
  • Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace.
  • Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles.
  • Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles.
  • Apply knowledge of ADAS technology to vehicle pre-repair scans.
  • Prepare vehicles for customer use.
  • Remove and replace mechanical units during vehicle repair.
  • Service air compressors and air lines.
  • Install vehicle sunroofs.
  • Carry out paint-less dent repairs on vehicle body panels.
  • Service and repair air compressors and components.
  • Identify and repair high-strength aluminium components.
  • Apply rust prevention and sound deadening materials to vehicle body components.
  • Repair vehicle composite material components.
  • Remove and replace vehicle and vessel seats and fittings.
  • Select and apply adhesives in automotive and marine service and repair work.
  • Remove, replace, and test non-electrical vehicle components and accessories.
  • Carry out oxyacetylene thermal heating and cutting on vehicle body sections.
  • Apply infection prevention and control procedures to own work activities.
  • Undertake manual handling.
  • Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering.
  • Organise and communicate information.
  • Use hand tools.
  • Provide work skill instruction.

    Similarities
    In Australia 3 Qualifications were found that have similar skills sets and knowledge spread across the South African Qualification. Certificates in Australia are achieved through training and assessment. Like the South African qualification, the assessment is done through a training provider and on-the-job observation and other evidence gathering techniques. Candidates provide evidence to prove they have the competence to meet the DEST standards. Assessors test candidates' underpinning knowledge, understanding and work-based performance confirm they can demonstrate competence in the workplace. The total credit value for all 3 Australian Qualifications is 540 credits which is almost the same as the total credits value of the South African Qualification.

    Differences
    The Australian based qualifications span over a set of 3 Qualifications with varying credit values. The South African Qualification has a work experience component whereas the Australian Qualifications does not. The entry requirement of these qualifications also differs with the South African one. There other difference is that the nomenclature is not the same as compared to the in the South African one. The following modules are different to the South African qualification:
  • Provide customer service.
  • Install fixed and moveable glass components on vehicles.
  • Install or replace mechanical units and assemblies.
  • Test, modify and repair vehicle electrical circuits and systems.
  • Fabricate parts for vehicle sub-assemblies.
  • Perform mechanical cutting.
  • Use numbers in an automotive workplace.
  • Service vehicle after assembly.
  • Assemble, install, and test braking system kits.
  • Perform wheel alignment operations.
  • Install fixed and moveable glass components on vehicles.
  • Assemble, install, and test hydraulic system kits.
  • Assemble, install, and test pneumatic system kits.
  • Install and replace vehicle electrical units and assemblies.
  • Test, modify and repair vehicle electrical circuits and systems.
  • Fabricate parts for vehicle sub-assemblies.
  • Diagnose and repair heavy vehicle air braking systems.
  • Diagnose and repair heavy commercial vehicle suspension systems.
  • Inspect and service air braking systems.
  • Inspect suspension systems.
  • Inspect and service suspension systems.
  • Operate computer-aided design (CAD) system to produce basic drawing elements.
  • Remove, refit and operate electrical components following body repair activities.
  • Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles.
  • Depower and reinitialise hybrid electric vehicles.
  • Depower and reinitialise battery electric vehicles.
  • Service air compressors and air lines.
  • Apply infection prevention and control procedures to own work activities.


    Conclusion:
    A direct comparison with these international qualifications indicates that the education and training focus of all the qualifications are similar in nature.

    The international comparability study has shown that although there are minor differences that were noted, it can be concluded that the South African Vehicle Body Builder Qualification compares favourably with qualifications in countries listed above. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification provides opportunities for horizontal and vertical articulation options.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Intermediate Occupational Certificate: Surface Coatings Processor at NQF Level 3.
  • National Certificate: Vocational at NQF Level 3.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Occupational Certificate: Automotive Motor Mechanic at NQF Level 4.

    Diagonal Articulation:
  • National Certificate: Vocational at NQF Level 4. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    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 knowledge and practical modules by means of statements of results and a record of completed work experience.

    Additional Legal or Physical Entry Requirements:
  • None.

    Criteria for the accreditation of providers
    Accreditation requirements, against which Skills Development Providers (SDP) and Assessment Centres, will be accredited, is found in the Curriculum Document, as listed below. The curriculum title and code are Vehicle Body Builder: 684905-002-00-00.

    Encompassed Trade:
    This qualification encompasses the following trades as recorded on the NLRD:
  • SAQA ID 61233: Vehicle Body Builder (Composite) Metal.
  • SAQA ID 61232: Vehicle Body Builder Metal.
  • SAQA ID 96342: Vehicle Body Builder.

    Assessment Quality Partner (AQP):
    Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA). 
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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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