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

Certificate: Diesel Fuel Injection Technician 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
14058  Certificate: Diesel Fuel Injection Technician 
ORIGINATOR
Merseta Motor Chamber 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-   OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
National Certificate  Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology  Engineering and Related Design 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  120  Level 4  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L4  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Registered" 		 SAQA 2633/00  2003-07-01  2006-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2007-06-30   2010-06-30  

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

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Learners assessed as competent in this qualification will be able to remove and replace and to assess, repair and test a range of diesel fuel systems and pumps, using appropriate tools and materials. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
NQF level 2 - grade 10 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
Compulsory NQF level 2

i. Apply safety and housekeeping practices relatin to the maintenance and repair of motor vehicles.

ii. Interact with people within processes to maintain and repair vehicles.

iii. Use and care for hand tools, power tools and air tools, gauges and meters.

iv. Identify materials used in the maintenance and repair of motor vehicles.

v. Understand the motor industry, its structures, processes, terms and concepts.

vi. Apply quality systems in processis to repair and maintain motorr vehicles.


Elective NQF level 2

vii. Conduct service to fuel systems and overhaul injectors.

viii. Remove and replace a range of fuel system components from motor vehicles.


Compulsory NQF level 4

i. Plan for maintenance and repair work.

ii. Develop systems to enhance `service" in motor repair and maintencance process

iii. Enhance quality systems for motor maintenance and repair processes

iv. Use and care for specialised tools and equipment.

v. Interpret engineering drawings for the maintenance and repair of motor vehicles


Elective NQF level 4

vi. Conduct major repairs and testing of diesel fuel injection pumps. 

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
COMPULSORY NQF LEVEL 2

1).
Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Identifying and interpreting the range of safety signs and markings used in the motor industry
  • Using all safety and protective equipment, clothing and machine guards common to the motor industry
  • Participating in safety and health committees to enhance safety practices in the workplace
  • Cleaning and degreasing workplaces using solvents and cleaning equipment

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • Safety and health legislation applicable to the motor industry
  • Names and functions of members of a safety committee
  • Purposes and uses of cleaning materials and solvents used in the motor industry
  • Importance of housekeeping in relation to maintenance and repair in the motor industry

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Participation in a safety committee for a particular context where health and safety matters have been recorded and reported, thereby enhancing the practice for a given workplace
  • Explained relevant sections of the OHS Act and the impact of non-compliance on health and safety
  • Demonstrate the ability to use a range of equipment and protective clothing while working in areas of maintenance and repair
  • Demonstrate the ability to maintain cleanliness in a work area and explain the importance of this
  • Safety and housekeeping improves over a period of time as a result of an implemented practice to show a world class best practice workplace

    2).
    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Receiving work instructions and carrying out those through feedback
  • Participating in meetings and action activities within "production" plans
  • Coaching team members to perform tasks to complete jobs
  • Monitoring and comparing targets to actual outputs

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • The importance of a team in the motor context
  • The purpose of work instructions and who in the chain generates those in relation to the customers` requirements
  • Techniques to coach people, including questioning, feedback and praise


    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Demonstrate the ability to coach a fellow team member to do a new task in the learners own area of expertise
  • A set of work instructions is produced showing the completed job
  • Interviews with fellow team members shows a willingness to share tasks to meet the targets of a particular job
  • Demonstrate the ability to work with peers, sub-ordinates and supervisors in order to complete a job of work in the maintenance or repair of vehicles in the motor industry
  • Targets are met on a consistent basis for areas of work which is either mechanical, engineering or body repair

    3).
    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Using hand tools, power tools and air tools most common to the motor industry
  • Using gauges and meters most common to the motor industry
  • Cleaning tools, meters and gauges following manufacturers specifications
  • Storing and protecting tools to ensure they are safe and secure
  • Maintaining tool boxes to show professionalism and readiness

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • Cleaning materials and solvents used to clean tools
  • Functions of the range of hand, power and air tools
  • Functions and uses of the range of gauges and meters
  • Storage techniques and the importance of storing, securing and displaying or tools
  • The meanings of gauge readings in terms of pressure, speed, temperature, weight and dimensions

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Demonstrate the ability to use the range of hand, power and air tools
  • Visible inspection of work areas to determine care, storage and display of tools
  • A verbal explanation of the importance of selecting the correct tool for the job
  • Demonstrate the ability to use diagnostic gauges and meters

    4).
    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Identifying materials used in motor processes by type, uses, characteristics and dangers
  • Moving materials to and from points in a process
  • Storing materials regarding housekeeping, security, safety and professionalism

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • The various types of materials used in motor processes
  • The importance of using the correct material for the correct application
  • Storage techniques and methods to transport materials within a motor repair and maintenance environment
  • Different uses of material and substitutes which are used that will not affect the purpose
  • Characteristics of lubricants, oils, solvents, chemicals and paints

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Verbal explanation of the range of lubricants, oils, solvents, chemicals and paints and the characteristics of those
  • Demonstrate the ability to move and store materials with no spillage, breakage and loss and where time deadlines are met
  • Demonstrate the ability to select a range of substitute materials for application in body repair, mechanical and engineering

    5).
    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Defining the structures and roles of those structures around the employer, employee, labour and training structures in the motor industry
  • Explaining the different processes around maintenance of motor vehicles and linking those to other processes
  • Defining motor terms and concepts used in the motor industry
  • Identifying national markets key to the motor industry

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • History of the motor industry
  • Functions of the various structures in the motor industry
  • Purposes of the structures in relation to representation and aims and objectives
  • Importance of industrial organisations and their benefits
  • Functions of the various structures in the company / employer

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Industry organograms are produced, showing the structures and how they relate to each other
  • Company / employer organograms are produced, showing relationships
  • A verbal explanation to explain the various processes within maintenance and repair and how each process contributes to the best practice in industry
  • Company structures, both internal and external, are produced to show markets, competitors and suppliers

    6).
    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Interpreting work instructions / specifications for repair and maintenance work
  • Determining requirements of quality systems used in motor vehicle maintenance and repair processes
  • Measuring a range of components in mechanical and or electrical systems or chassis and integral body parts of a range of motor vehicles
  • Testing the outcome of work carried out on a range of work processes
  • Compiling quality reports on work carried out in motor repair and maintenance processes

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • The importance of quality on work, individuals and companies in motor processes
  • The range of quality systems applicable to the motor industry
  • The types and functions of various reports used to report on quality issues
  • The range of measuring tools to measure a range of dimensions, volumes and weights
  • The purpose of work instructions, manufacturers specifications and the components of those documents

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Consistently meet quality requirements for a specific area of work in maintaining and repairing vehicles
  • Quality reports indicating good and poor quality figures where the recommended action is met

    7).
    ELECTIVE NQF level 2

    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Determining the positions of the various fuel systems components
  • Interpreting the vehicle specifications and completing the service checklist for the vehicle
  • Meeting vehicle specifications and carrying out a service on a motor vehicle
  • Identifying, inspecting and diagnosing faults prior to and after servicing
  • Submitting reports for the fuel systems
  • Disposing of waste products using applicable regulations
  • Strip, assess, assemble and test fuel injectors

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • The range of tools required to perform a service on a fuel system
  • The components of a fuel system, log book and where to look to ascertain the type of work required
  • Techniques and methods of making appropriate adjustments, replacing appropriate parts and changing oils, fluids, rubbers and seals
  • Components and the purposes of the components of a fuel system

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:

  • Services are carried out on a range of diesel fuel systems according to the vehicle log book of the particular vehicle where the full range of tools have been used
  • A verbal explanation of the positioning of the basic components of a fuel system is provided

    Range statement:
    Range of diesel fuel systems will include in-line pumps, rotary pumps and a full range of injectors found in heavy-duty vehicles, tractors and earth moving vehicles.
    Specifications will include bolt torque, injector tightening torque and injector pump timing

    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Determining the extent of damage to a range of fuel systems on a motor vehicle
  • Determining system manufacturers` specifications to a range of fuel systems
  • Removing a range of fuel systems from motor vehicles
  • Replacing a range of fuel systems and checking new systems to be fitted to motor vehicles
  • Testing repaired systems and checking new systems to be fitted to motor vehicles
  • Cleaning systems

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • The various positions of the components of the fuel systems
  • The various cleaning systems to be used as appropriate to the type of fuel system
  • The operations and purposes of the range of fuel systems procedures to remove and replace systems from and to motor vehicles
  • Types of tests which can be used to test repaired systems
  • How to use a manufacturers` specification for a range of fuel systems

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Demonstrate the ability to remove and replace a range of fuel systems following procedures and using the systems manufacturers specifications as guidance
  • Demonstrate the ability to store and safeguard systems that are undamaged and various fasteners and tools that will be used to replace the fuel system
  • A description of any three systems from the range of systems and the purpose to those systems is provided
  • Demonstrate the ability to access and interpret from themselves the requirements within a range of manufacturers` specifications
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply all safety and housekeeping practices relevant to the workplace environment

    Range Statement:
    Systems will include:
  • Fuel systems
  • Electric systems

    The components of each system will include:
    Fuel:
  • Pipes
  • Fuel injection pumps: in-line, rotary
  • Tank
  • Filters
  • Manifold
  • Injectors
    Electronic:
  • Control units
  • Sensors
    Electrical:
  • Battery
  • Starter
  • Alternator
  • Solenoids
  • Fuse box
  • Wires
  • Motors

    The explanation of the operations of the systems will include:
    Fuel:
  • Diesel fuel injection pump operation: in-line, rotary
  • Injection pump timing
  • Tank breathing
  • Filters
  • Idle circuit
  • Part throttle
  • Off idle circuit
  • Acceleration circuit
  • Choke circuit
  • Power circuit
  • Cruise circuit
    Electrical:
  • Battery chemical reaction
  • Starter operation
  • Alternator charging
  • Motor principles
  • Ohms law
  • Current
  • Resistance

    COMPULSORY NQF LEVEL 4
    1).
    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Determining work requirements for repair and maintenance work
  • Scheduling activities, people, time and plan for a range of repair and maintenance jobs
  • Interpreting progress of work and making adjustments to ensure work is completed within the time frames
  • Handling interruptions and changes while monitoring work

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • Various techniques of planning
  • Importance of meeting deadlines
  • Scheduling techniques for a range of different activities in motor repair and maintenance processes
  • Reasons for interruptions and methods of rescheduling priority work
  • How people react to changes and techniques to sell new priorities to repair and maintenance teams

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Plans are produced, showing work booked in, details of the customer, timelines, people and related information required in meeting appropriate deadlines
  • A planning method has been selected and reasons given for selecting the method
  • Work takes place within a plan over a period of time where interruptions, changes have not negatively affected quality or quantity of work

    2).
    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Analyse service levels in respect of quality of output, quality of work, customer perceptions and returns
  • Designing documents to record and report on service in motor maintenance and repair processes
  • Informing and advising repair and maintenance teams on service issues and results
  • Monitoring repair and maintenance teams and recording service levels
  • Measuring improved service and writing up service standards for maintenance and repair processes

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • Importance of service as it relates to any repair or maintenance processes
  • Techniques to sell ideas to workshop teams
  • Various types of records, reports and statistical documents
  • How to use questions to extract information
  • How to observe teams in repair and maintenance processes and determine the level of customer service

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • A set of service documents that have been designed for a particular area of maintenance and repair processes
  • Demonstrate the ability to measure service in respect of quality and quantity
  • Describe the importance of service and demonstrate a commitment to improve service in maintenance and repair processes
  • Demonstrate the ability to use a range of communication methods to measure and report on service

    3).
    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Analysing quality of repair and maintenance processes and the quality of finished work
  • Interpreting quality reports in respect of repair and maintenance work on motor vehicles
  • Formulating job cards of repair and maintenance work carried out on motor vehicles
  • Monitoring work and measuring quality in relation to specific customer requests and vehicle manufacturer specifications
  • Auditing quality systems in a range of motor repair and maintenance contexts

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • The range of quality systems and how to use applicable elements of the systems in the motor repair and maintenance processes
  • Observation techniques to use when monitoring the quality of a process in maintenance and repair
  • Techniques to conduct an audit of a procedure in maintenance and repair
  • The requirements of completing job cards and questioning techniques to gather all requirements of a customer
  • Requirements of a legal nature where it applies to insurance claims

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Teams of people within motor maintenance and repair contexts must consistently meet quality standards and rectify poor quality
  • Job cards for repair and maintenance work, showing standards required
  • A quality system has been implemented in a context within maintenance and repair processes

    4).
    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Analysing and interpreting special requirements of a repair and maintenance procedure
  • Selecting a range of specialised tools for work to be carried out
  • Storing and caring for a range of specialised tools and equipment

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • The types of tools used which fall into the specialised category
  • Techniques of using these tools and equipment and the care and storage of special tools and equipment
  • Purposes and functions of specialised tools and equipment
  • Requirements for applying all safety regulations when using specialised tools

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Demonstrate the ability to use a range of specialised tools and equipment to carry out repair and maintenance to a range of motor vehicles
  • Explained the purpose of a range of special tools and what makes them useful in a range of circumstances
  • Provided reasons for selecting a specific piece of equipment

    5).
    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Interpreting an engineering drawing for an engine of a motor vehicle
  • Interpreting a body component drawing for a motor vehicle
  • Interpreting a drawing of all motor vehicle systems

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • The names, functions and purposes of the components of an engine of a vehicle
  • The range of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems of a vehicle
  • The names, functions and purposes of the body components
  • The elements to look for in a drawing of the various components of a motor vehicle
  • The relationship between the various engines and body components and the hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems of a motor vehicle

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • A given drawing of an engine, the body components of a vehicle and all mechanical systems is interpreted to produce the name of the given components, the purpose of the components and any alternative which could be used without influencing the performance of the vehicle

    6).
    ELECTIVE NQF level 4

    Practical competence (Specific outcomes):
    The demonstrated ability to make decisions and consider options when:
  • Stripping, assessing, assembling and testing of fuel pumps
  • Interpreting fuel pump repair specifications
  • Meeting fuel pump specifications and carrying out major repairs to fuel pumps
  • Inspecting and identifying faults prior to and after repairs
  • Calibrating and phasing fuel pumps

    Foundational Competence (Embedded knowledge):
    The demonstrated understanding of:
  • The range of tools required to perform a major service on motor vehicles
  • The techniques and methods of making adjustments and settings and the replacing of major components
  • The purpose of major components of a fuel pump
  • The purpose and uses of electronic, electric and hydraulic driven systems

    Assessment criteria (Evidence Guide):
    The ability to produce the following evidence:
  • Diagnostic reports have been produced, showing results of test carried out which would form part of the repairs
  • A verbal or written description of the role of technology in enhancing motor vehicle performance is provided

    Range statement:
    The components of each system will include:
    Fuel:
  • Injection pumps: In-line and rotary
  • Injectors
  • Lift pump
  • Tank
  • Filters
  • Manifold
    Electrical:
  • Battery
  • Starter
  • Alternator
  • Solenoids
  • Fuse box
  • Wires
  • Globes
  • Motors

    The explanation of the operations of the systems will include:
    Fuel:
  • Injection pump timing
  • Injector operation
  • Tank breathing
  • Filters
  • Part throttle
  • Off idle circuit
  • Choke circuit
  • Acceleration circuit
  • Power circuit
  • Cruise circuit
    Electrical:
  • Battery chemical reaction
  • Starter operation
  • Alternator charging
  • Motor principles
  • Ohms law
  • Voltage
  • Current
  • Resistance


    Integrated assessment:

    The purpose of the qualification is achieved through continuous formative assessment of the learner`s foundational competence and ability to produce evidence as per the associated assessment criteria 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Articulation possibilities with related qualifications are allowed for between the areas of body repair, spraypainting, mechanical repair and engineering. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Learning programmes are accredited by the MERSETA Motor Chamber or any other ETQA body accredited to ensure quality against this qualification. Assessment is moderated by the MERSETA Motor Chamber in conjunction with INDLELA at Olifantsfontein. 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Assessors are accredited by the MERSETA Motor Chamber (former MITB) and which accreditation
    is based on the following.
  • qualified artisan for subject matter expertise
  • such qualified artisan is then subjected to a mentor training programme. The programme has
    been developed by the MITB and own staff facilitate mentor training and assessment processes; and
  • such qualified artisan is then licensed to assess learner competence at modular and level
    stages of training. The final assessment takes place at INDLELA at Olifantsfontein or other
    appropriate venues which have been accredited for that purpose in conjunction with INDLELA.

    New criteria for the registration of assessors will be implemented once the occupationally
    directed ETDP standards generating process has been finalised. 
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    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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