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

Further Education and Training Certificate: Vehicle Maintenance and Repair 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
65850  Further Education and Training Certificate: Vehicle Maintenance and Repair 
ORIGINATOR
City Guilds International 
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
Further Ed and Training Cert  Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology  Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  150  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 SAQA 0695/12  2012-07-01  2015-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2016-06-30   2019-06-30  

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 
Purpose:

The purpose of the qualification is to provide learners with the necessary underpinning knowledge and practical skills required to be employed in the motor vehicle industry.

Learners who achieve this qualification are able to:
  • Contribute to workplace good housekeeping (V1).
  • Ensure own actions reduce risks to health and safety (V2).
  • Maintain positive working relationships (V3).
  • Identify the basic skills associated with all aspects of the repair, servicing and maintenance of vehicles (V76).

    And two of the following:
  • Carry out basic routine vehicle maintenance (V77).
  • Remove and replace engine units and components (V15).
  • Remove and replace electrical auxiliary units and components (V16).
  • Remove and replace vehicle chassis units and components (V17).
  • Remove and replace commercial vehicle chassis units and components (V18).
  • Conduct pre- and post-work vehicle inspections (V19).
  • Valet vehicles (V24).
  • Remove and replace vehicle transmission and driveline units and components (V27).
  • Remove and replace commercial vehicle transmission and driveline units and components (V28).

    If the light vehicle specialisation is chosen, the following must all be completed:
  • Carry out routine vehicle maintenance (V14).
  • Remove and replace engine units and components (V15).
  • Remove and replace electrical auxiliary units and components (V16).
  • Remove and replace vehicle chassis units and components (V17).
  • And one of the following:
    > Conduct pre- and post-work vehicle inspections (V19).
    > Valet vehicles (V24).
    > Remove and replace vehicle transmission and driveline units and components (V27).

    If the heavy vehicle specialisation is chosen, the following must all be completed:
  • Carry out routine vehicle maintenance (V14).
  • Remove and replace engine units and components (V15).
  • Remove and replace electrical auxiliary units and components (V16).
  • Remove and replace commercial vehicle chassis units and components (18).
  • And one of the following:
    > Conduct pre- and post-work vehicle inspections (V19).
    > Valet vehicles (V24).
    > Remove and replace commercial vehicle transmission and driveline units and components (V28).

    If the motorcycle specialisation is chosen, the following must all be completed:
  • Carry out routine vehicle maintenance (V14).
  • Remove and replace engine units and components (V15).
  • Remove and replace electrical auxiliary units and components (V16).
  • Remove and replace vehicle chassis units and components (V17).
  • And one of the following:
    > Conduct pre- and post-work vehicle inspections (V19).
    > Valet vehicles (V24).
    > Remove and replace vehicle transmission and driveline units and components (V27).
    > Remove and fit non-welded non-structural motorcycle body panels (V42).

    If the auto-electrical specialisation is chosen, the following must all be completed:
  • Locate and correct simple electrical faults (V31).
  • Enhance vehicle electrical system features (V33).
  • Repair electrical units (V35).
  • And one of the following:
    > Conduct pre- and post-work vehicle inspections (V19).
    > Remove and fit basic MET components to vehicles (V40).
  • If the mobile electronics and security specialisation is chosen, the following must all be completed:
    > Locate and correct electrical faults (V32).
    > Enhance vehicle system features (V34).
    > Remove and fit basic MET components to vehicles (V40).
  • And one of the following:
    > Process payment transactions (V10).
    > Conduct pre- and post-work vehicle inspections (V19).
    > Repair electrical units (V35).

    Rationale:

    This qualification has been designed to develop a broad range of skills appropriate to a person who is undergoing training or works in the motor vehicle industry and who may have also some supervisory responsibilities. It brings together the theoretical and practical elements of the following specialisations within vehicle maintenance and repair:
  • Light vehicle.
  • Heavy vehicle.
  • Motorcycle.
  • Auto electrical.
  • Mobile electronics and security. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that learners have achieved the equivalent of NQF Level 3 in a formal education environment.

    Recognition of Prior Learning:

    The structure of this qualification makes the Recognition of Prior Learning possible. This qualification may therefore be achieved in part or completely through the recognition of prior learning, which includes formal, informal and non-formal learning and work experience. The learner should be thoroughly briefed on the mechanism to be used and support and guidance should be provided. Care should be taken that the mechanism used provides the learner with an opportunity to demonstrate competence and is not so onerous as to prevent learners from taking up the RPL option towards gaining a qualification.

    If the learner is able to demonstrate competence in the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes implicit in this qualification the appropriate credits should be assigned to the learner. Recognition of Prior Learning will be done by means of Integrated Assessment as mentioned above.

    This Recognition of Prior Learning may allow:
  • Accelerated access to further learning at this or higher levels on the NQF.
  • Gaining of credits towards a unit standard.
  • Obtaining of this qualification in part or in whole.

    Access To The Qualification:

    There is open access to the qualification. However, it is preferable that learners should acquired language competencies and mathematical literacy competencies at NQF Level 3. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification is made up of a combination of learning outcomes from Fundamental, Core and Elective components, totalling 150 credits.

    Fundamental 56 credits:
  • Communication: First Language 20 credits.
  • Communication: Second Language 20 credits.
  • Mathematical Literacy: 16 credits.

    Core 44 credits.

    Module; Credits:
  • V1 Contribute to Workplace Good Housekeeping; 6 credits.
  • V2 Ensure Your Own Actions Reduce Risks to Health and Safety; 6 credits.
  • V3 Maintain Positive Working Relationships; 6 credits.
  • V76 Introduction to Vehicle Technology and Workshop Methods and Processes; 6 credits.

    And two of the following:

    Module; Credits:
  • V77 Carry Out Basic Routine Maintenance; 10 credits.
  • V15 Remove and Replace Engine Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V16 Remove and Replace Electrical Auxiliary Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V17 Remove and Replace Vehicle Chassis Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V18 Remove and Replace Commercial Vehicle Chassis Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V19 Conduct Pre- and Post-Work Vehicle Inspections; 18 credits.
  • V24 Valet Vehicles; 10 credits.
  • V27 Remove and Replace Vehicle Transmission and Driveline Units and Components; 10 credits.

    Elective minimum 50 credits.

    Light Vehicle specialisation:

    Module; Credits:
  • V14 Carry Out Routine Vehicle Maintenance; 10 credits.
  • V15 Remove and Replace Engine Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V16 Remove and Replace Electrical Auxiliary Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V17 Remove and Replace Vehicle Chassis Units and Components; 10 credits.

    And one of the following:

    Module; Credits:
  • V19 Conduct Pre- and Post-Work Vehicle Inspections; 18 credits.
  • V24 Valet Vehicles; 10 credits.
  • V27 Remove and Replace Vehicle Transmission and Driveline Units and Components; 10 credits.

    Heavy vehicle specialisation:

    Module; Credits:
  • V14 Carry Out Routine Vehicle Maintenance; 10 credits.
  • V15 Remove and Replace Engine Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V16 Remove and Replace Electrical Auxiliary Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V18 Remove and Replace Commercial Vehicle Chassis Units and Components; 10 credits.

    And one of the following:

    Module; Credits:
  • V19 Conduct Pre- and Post-Work Vehicle Inspections; 18 credits.
  • V24 Valet Vehicles; 10 credits.
  • V28 Remove and Replace Commercial Vehicle Transmission and Driveline Units and Components; 10 credits.

    Motorcycle specialisation:

    Module; Credits:
  • V14 Carry Out Routine Vehicle Maintenance; 10 credits.
  • V15 Remove and Replace Engine Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V16 Remove and Replace Electrical Auxiliary Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V17 Remove and Replace Vehicle Chassis Units and Components; 10 credits.

    And one of the following:

    Module; Credits:
  • V19 Conduct Pre- and Post-Work Vehicle Inspections; 18 credits.
  • V24 Valet Vehicles; 10 credits.
  • V27 Remove and Replace Vehicle Transmission and Driveline Units and Components; 10 credits.
  • V42 Remove and Fit Non-welded Non-Structural Motorcycle Body Panels; 10 credits.

    Auto-electrical specialisation:

    Module; Credits:
  • V31 Locate and Correct Simple Electrical Faults; 15 credits.
  • V33 Enhance Vehicle Electrical System Features; 15 credits.
  • V35 Repair Electrical Units; 15 credits.

    And one of the following:

    Module; Credits:
  • V19 Conduct Pre- and Post-Work Vehicle Inspections; 18 credits.
  • V40 Remove and Fit Basic MET Components; 18 credits.

    Mobile-electronics specialisation:

    Module; Credits:
  • V32 Locate and Correct Electrical Faults; 15 credits.
  • V34 Enhance Vehicle System Features; 15 credits.
  • V40 Remove and Fit Basic MET Components; 10 credits.

    And one of the following:

    Module; Credits:
  • V10 Process Payment Transactions; 10 credits.
  • V19 Conduct Pre- and Post-Work Vehicle Inspections; 18 credits.
  • V35 Repair Electrical Units; 15 credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Communicate effectively in two languages within the workplace.

    2. Use mathematics in real life situations.

    3. Contribute to workplace good housekeeping.

    4. Ensure own actions reduce risks to health and safety.

    5. Maintain positive working relationships.

    6. Identify the basic skills associated with all aspects of the repair, servicing and maintenance of vehicles.

    Elective Exit Level Outcomes:

    7. Carry out routine vehicle maintenance.

    8. Remove and replace vehicle chassis units and components

    9. Remove and replace commercial vehicle chassis units and components.

    10. Remove and replace engine units and components.

    11. Carry out basic routine vehicle maintenance.

    12 . Remove and replace electrical auxiliary units and components.

    13. Conduct pre- and post-work vehicle inspections.

    14. Valet vehicles.

    15. Remove and replace vehicle transmission and driveline units and components.

    16. Remove and replace commercial vehicle transmission and driveline units and components.

    17. Remove and fit non-welded non-structural motorcycle body panels.

    18. Locate and correct simple electrical faults.

    19. Enhance vehicle electrical system features.

    20.Repair electrical units.

    21. Remove and fit basic MET components to vehicles.

    22. Locate and correct electrical faults.

    23. Enhance vehicle system features.

    24. Process payment transactions.

    Critical Cross-Field Outcomes:

    This qualification addresses all the Critical Cross-Field Outcomes. A learner who obtains this qualification:
  • Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
  • Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, community.
  • Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively.
  • Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
  • Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation
  • Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and the health/well-being of others. 
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    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • Use the writing process to compose various reports and texts required within the workplace.
  • Read and interpret various texts with understanding.
  • Maintain and adapt oral communication as required.
  • Use appropriate communication skills within the workplace.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

    Use mathematical functions correctly to solve routine problems and tasks within the workplace.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3 (V1):
  • Clean the part of the work area for which they are responsible.
  • Undertake basic, routine checks of all the following types of work tools and equipment (hand, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic).

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4 (V2):
  • Identify the hazards and evaluate the risks in their workplace.
  • Reduce the risks to health and safety in their workplace.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5 (V3):
  • Work well with others.
  • Communicate effectively in the workplace.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6 (V76):
  • Operate a range of workshop equipment safely.
  • Construct a simple hand tool from steel.
  • Build electrical circuits and carry out voltage and current measurements.
  • Recognise and assess condition of components/tools/equipment using inspection and measuring techniques.

    Elective Associated Assessment Criteria:

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7 (V14):
  • Carry out a major service.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8 (V17):
  • Remove and replace units and components from steering, suspension and braking systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9 (V18):
  • Remove and replace units and components from steering, suspension and braking systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10 (V15):

    Remove and replace various units and components: engine mechanical, cooling systems, air supply and exhaust systems, fuel and ignition systems, engine electrical systems ad lubrication systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 11 (V77):
  • Service AC systems.
  • Evacuate AC systems.
  • Rectify AC system faults.
  • Repair AC system leaks.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 12 (V16):
  • Remove and replace electrical auxiliary units and components: lighting systems, wiper systems, security and alarm systems, comfort and convenience systems, audio systems, communication systems, electric window systems, monitoring and instrumentation systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 13 (V19):
  • Carry out pre-work and post-work inspections on different vehicles.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 14 (V24):
  • Conduct a full valet.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 15 (V27):
  • Remove and replace transmission and driveline components.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 16 (V28):
  • Remove and replace transmission and driveline components.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 17 (V42):
  • Remove and replace full fairings, seat cowlings, tank panels, mudguards, screens and mirrors.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 18 (V31):
  • Locate and correct electrical faults within the start/charge system, engine management and ignition systems and the lighting system.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 19 (V33) :
  • Carry out different electrical enhancements* on audio systems, visual systems, communications equipment, safety fitments, lamps, tow bar electrics, reversing aids, alarm system, navigation systems and immobiliser systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 20 (V35) :
  • Repair electrical units, comprising of repairs different types of starters and alternators.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 21 (V40):
  • Remove and replace bumpers, headlamp units, door trims, windows or waist mouldings, road wheels, batteries and bonnet or boot lid trims.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 22 ( V32):
  • Locate and correct electrical faults associated with electrical components in the starting and charging system, communications and telematics systems, the lighting system, anti-theft, security and safety systems and in-vehicle entertainment systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 23 (V34):
  • Carry out different enhancements to audio systems, visual systems, communications equipments, telematics systems, anti-theft systems, safety fitments, physical security devices, lamps, tow bar electrics, vehicle racking installation and vehicle panel lining.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 24 (V10):
  • Use the relevant point of sale equipment.
  • Process payments.
  • Be aware of instances of potential fraud.
  • Deal with fraud.

    Integrated Assessment:

    Integrated assessment appropriately incorporated to ensure that the purpose of the qualification is achieved.

    Assessment practices must be open, transparent, fair, valid, and reliable and ensure that no learner is disadvantaged in any way whatsoever.

    This qualification is comprised of the following:
  • Practical competences: What a candidate must be able to do.
  • Knowledge requirements: What a candidate must know.

    There are several ways in which these can be assessed:

    Practical:
  • Assessors may be required to use different assessment methods:
    > Competence checklist: Observation of performance.
    > Competence checklist: Appraisal of a product.
    >Practical assignment.

    Knowledge requirements:

    Learners will be required to take tests to show that they meet the knowledge requirements.
  • These assessments can take the following forms:
    > Written tests: Multiple choice.
    > Written tests: Short, structured questions.

    Learning, teaching and assessment are inextricably interwoven. Whenever possible, the assessment of knowledge, skills, attitudes and values shown in the modules will be integrated.

    Assessment of communication, language, literacy and numeracy should be integrated as far as possible with other aspects and should use practical contexts wherever possible.

    Where it is not possible to assess the learner in the workplace or on-the-job, simulations, case studies, role-plays and other similar techniques such as realistic working environment including real work timescales and pressures should be used to provide a context appropriate to the assessment.

    During integrated assessments the assessor should make use of formative and summative assessment methods and assess combinations of practical, applied, foundational and reflexive competencies.
    All learners are required to complete an externally set and marked international examination in order to achieve the qualification.

    Assessment should ensure that all outcomes and critical cross-field outcomes are evaluated. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    The International Vocational Qualification (IVQ) Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and the IVQ Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair are broadly comparable to Level 1 and Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) of England, Wales and Northern Ireland respectively.

    According to the 'Rough Guide to Comparing Qualifications in the UK and Ireland' published by the National Qualifications Authority of Ireland (NQAI) and the four UK regulators (Qualifications Curriculum Authority (QCA) now called the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual), the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), the Qualifications, Curriculum and Assessment Authority for Wales (ACCAC) and the Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment in Northern Ireland (CCEA), the IVQ Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and the IVQ Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair are comparable to Level 3 and Level 4 of the The National Framework of Qualifications for Ireland (NFQ) and Level 4 and Level 5 of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) respectively. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows for both horizontal and vertical articulation.

    Vertical articulation can occur by embarking on the study of related NQF Level 5 qualifications within motor vehicle engineering.

    Horizontal articulation can occur with qualifications on NQF Level 4. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this qualification must be registered and appointed by the provider according to existing moderation guidelines of the FETQC/HEQC or relevant ETQA/SETA.
  • Any institution offering learning of this qualification must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA/SETA.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by City & Guilds and relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation should also validate the achievement of competencies and assessment processes as described in exit level outcomes and integrated assessment options as described in the qualification.. 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    For an applicant to register as an assessor, the applicant needs:
  • Interpersonal skills, subject matter expertise and assessment experience.
  • To be competent in the planning and conducting of assessment of learning outcomes.
  • The subject matter experience must be well developed within the relevant field and subfield practices.

    The assessor must have completed:
  • A similar qualification or from the same family of qualifications, at or above the level of the qualification.
  • Minimum of two years relevant experience.

    The subject matter experience of the assessor can be established by recognition of prior learning.

    Assessors need to be registered with the relevant Education and Training Quality Assurance Body. 
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    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2009; 2012. 

    NOTES 
  • The IVQ Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and the IVQ Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Light Vehicle) or (Heavy Vehicle) or (Motorcycle) or (Auto Electrical) or (Mobile Electronics and Security) must both be completed in order to achieve the Certificate in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (Light Vehicle) or (Heavy Vehicle) or (Motorcycle) or (Auto Electrical) or (Mobile Electronics and Security), Level 4. 
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    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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