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

Certificate: Motor Vehicle Systems 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
65854  Certificate: Motor Vehicle Systems 
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
National Certificate  Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology  Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  160  Level 5  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L5  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 SAQA 0480/09  2009-07-01  2012-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2013-06-30   2016-06-30  

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:
  • Describe and identify petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Describe and identify ignition and electrical systems.
  • Describe and identify cooling and lubrication systems.
  • Describe and identify vehicle systems.
  • Describe and identify braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Describe and identify gearbox and transmission systems.
  • Maintain safe working conditions in the workplace.
  • Perform scientific calculations.
  • Inspect, tests and carry out maintenance on petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Inspect, test and carry out maintenance on spark ignitions and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Inspect, test and carry out maintenance on cooling systems.
  • Inspect, test and carry out maintenance on braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Inspect, test and carry out maintenance on transmission systems.
  • Inspect, test and carry out maintenance on vehicle bodywork.
  • Identify the terms used and calculations associated with motor vehicle engineering.
  • Use advanced calculations associated with motor vehicle engineering.
  • Identify and describe vehicle electronic systems.
  • Test, calibrate and overhaul petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Test, calibrate and overhaul spark ignitions and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Test, calibrate and overhaul engine auxiliary systems.
  • Test, calibrate and overhaul braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Test, calibrate and overhaul manual and automatic gearboxes.
  • Test, calibrate and overhaul transmission systems.
  • Perform advanced mathematical calculations.

    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 also have some supervisory responsibilities. It brings together the theoretical and practical elements of motor vehicle engineering. Graduates of this qualification should have a well-developed knowledge of the technical and design principles of complex motor vehicle systems enabling them to fulfil the role of technician/senior technician across a range of specialised disciplines. 
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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 4 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 4. 
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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 160 credits.

    Fundamental 20 credits:
  • Communication: 10 credits.
  • Mathematical Literacy: 10 credits.

    Core 100 credits.

    Module; Credits:
  • 001: Engine Systems 1; 15 credits.
  • 002: Chassis Systems 1; 15 credits.
  • 003: Maths, Science and Communications; 15 credits.
  • 004: Vehicle Systems Practical 1; 15 credits.
  • 021: Engine Systems 2; 10 credits.
  • 022: Chassis Systems 2; 10 credits.
  • 023: Maths, Science and Electronics 1; 10 credits.
  • 024: Vehicle Systems Practical 2; 10 credits.

    Elective minimum 40 credits.

    Module; Credits:
  • 025: Engine Systems 3; 10 credits.
  • 026: Chassis Systems 3; 10 credits.
  • 027: Maths, Science and Electronics 2; 10 credits.
  • 028: Vehicle Systems Practical 3; 10 credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Use effective communication skills within the workplace.

    2.Use Mathematics in real life situations and within the motor vehicle industry.

    3. Describe and identify petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.

    4. Describe and identify ignition and electrical systems.

    5. Describe and identify cooling and lubrication systems.

    6. Describe and identify vehicle systems.

    7. Describe and identify braking, steering and suspension systems.

    8. Describe and identify gearbox and transmission systems.

    9. Maintain safe working conditions in the workplace.

    10. Perform scientific calculations.

    11. Inspect, tests and carry out maintenance on petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.

    12. Inspect, test and carry out maintenance on spark ignitions and electrical/electronic systems.

    13. Inspect, test and carry out maintenance on cooling systems.

    14.Inspect, test and carry out maintenance on braking, steering and suspension systems.

    15. Inspect, test and carry out maintenance on transmission systems.

    16. Inspect, test and carry out maintenance on vehicle bodywork.

    17.Identify the terms used and calculations associated with motor vehicle engineering.

    18. Use advanced calculations associated with motor vehicle engineering.

    19.Identify and describe vehicle electronic systems.

    20. Test, calibrate and overhaul petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.

    21. Test, calibrate and overhaul spark ignitions and electrical/electronic systems.

    22.Test, calibrate and overhaul engine auxiliary systems.

    23. Test, calibrate and overhaul braking, steering and suspension systems.

    24. Test, calibrate and overhaul manual and automatic gearboxes.

    25. Test, calibrate and overhaul transmission systems.

    26. Perform advanced mathematical calculations.

    Critical Cross-Field Outcomes

    This qualification addresses all the Critical Cross-Field Outcomes. A learner who obtains this qualification:

    1. Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
    2. Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, community.
    3. Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively.
    4. Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
    5. Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation.
    6. Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and the health/well-being of others.
    7. Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem- solving contexts do not exist in isolation. 

    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.
  • Use language in written and oral forms to communicate needs clearly in a routine work environment.
  • Interpret, use and draw diagrams in a routine work environment.
  • Collect and select information on the use of international standards.
  • Collect and select technical information from different sources.
  • Use technical information collected in a routine workplace activity.
  • Use computer information technology systems in a routine work environment.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Use mathematical functions correctly to solve routine problems and tasks within the workplace.
  • Identify and deduce estimated solutions to arithmetic calculations.
  • Identify and deduce the Laws of Indices.
  • Identify calculations involving.
  • The four arithmetic operations.
  • Fractions, ratios, percentages and proportions.
  • The use of an electronic calculator/computer.
  • Circles and cylinders.
  • The fundamental and derived SI units of measurement.
  • Mass, force and moments.
  • Distance, time, velocity and acceleration.
  • Energy, work and power.
  • Temperature and heat.
  • Friction and lubrication.
  • Machine
  • Electricity.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • Identify the engines used in motor vehicles.
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify typical petrol/diesel engine components and their functions.
  • Identify the operating principles of petrol/diesel engines.
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify petrol/diesel fuel systems in standard forms and locations.
  • Identify the main petrol/diesel fuel system components and their functions.
  • Identify the operating principles of petrol/diesel fuel systems.
  • Carry out under supervision routine vehicle checks and basic schedule servicing as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, using general and specific tools.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
  • Identify spark ignition systems.
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify the main ignition system components and functions.
  • Identify the basic operating principles of contact breaker and breakerless types of main ignition systems.
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify electrical systems and components.
  • Identify operational principles and functions of electrical system components.
  • Carry out under supervision routine vehicle checks and basic schedule servicing as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, using general and specific tools.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
  • Identify cooling/heating systems.
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify the main cooling/heating system components and their function.
  • Identify the operating principles of cooling/heating systems.
  • Identify engine lubrication systems.
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify the main engine lubrication system components and their function.
  • Identify the operating principles of engine lubrication systems.
  • Carry out under supervision routine vehicle service checks and basic schedule servicing as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, using general and specific tools.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
  • Identify body types and their functional requirements.
  • Identify engine positions/drives, vehicle body components and vehicle systems.
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify driver controls and information displays.
  • Identify the reasons for carrying out regular or special vehicle inspections and adjustments.
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify the types of scheduled servicing carried out on road vehicles.
  • Carry out under supervision routine vehicle checks and basic scheduled servicing as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, using general/specific tools.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
  • Identify braking systems.
  • Inspect vehicle systems Identify the main components of braking systems and their functions.
  • Identify the operational principles of braking systems.
  • Identify the health hazards associated with braking systems.
  • Identify steering systems.
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify the main components of steering systems and their functions.
  • Identify the operating principles of steering systems.
  • Identify suspension systems and wheels/tyres.
  • Inspect vehicle systems Identify the main components of suspension systems, wheels/tyres and their functions.
  • Identify the operational principles of suspension systems and wheels/tyres.
  • Carry out under supervision routine service checks and basic schedule servicing as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, using general and specific tools.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8:
  • Identify gearbox systems
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify the main gearbox components and their functions
  • Identify the operational principles of gearboxes
  • Identify clutch systems
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify clutch components and their functions
  • Identify the operational principles of clutch systems
  • Identify vehicle drives, drive shafts and hubs
  • Inspect vehicle systems to identify the main components of propeller shafts, drive shafts/hubs and their functions
  • Identify the operational principles of propeller shafts, drive shafts and hubs
  • Identify the reasons for carrying out regular/special inspections and adjustments of propeller shafts, drive shafts and hubs
  • Identify final drive and differential systems
  • Inspect vehicle systems Identify the components of final drive/differential systems and their functions
  • Identify the operational principles of final drive and differential systems
  • Carry out under supervision routine service checks and basic schedule servicing as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, using general and specific tools.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9:
  • Extinguish different kinds of fires using the appropriate equipment and procedures.
  • Carry out a simple workshop safety hazard analysis.
  • Wear appropriate protective clothing.
  • Observe all workshop safety procedures.
  • Recognise hazards and report to the appropriate authority.
  • Use safe and fully maintained equipment.
  • Comply with manufacturers' instructions in the operation and cleaning of equipment and machinery.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10:
  • Perform calculations involving.
  • The fundamental and derived SI units of measurement:
    > Mass, force and moments.
    > Distance, time, velocity and acceleration.
    > Energy, work and power.
    > Temperature and heat.
    > Friction and lubrication.
    > Machines.
    > Engine power.
    > Electricity.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 11:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Identify the operating principles, main constructional features and operation of main components for petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Carry out routine maintenance and system adjustments on petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Carry out a vehicle inspection identifying the effects of incorrect adjustments/faults on petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Carry out systematic testing procedures using test equipment on petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Use vehicle manufacturers' specifications in the maintenance and testing of petrol/diesel engines and fuel system.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 12:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Identify the operating principles, main constructional features and operation of main components for vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Carry out routine maintenance and running adjustments necessary on vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Carry out vehicle inspections identifying the effects of incorrect adjustments/faults on spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Carry out systematic testing procedures using test equipment for vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Use vehicle manufacturers' specifications in the maintenance and testing of vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 13:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of cooling systems.
  • Identify the operating principles, main constructional features and operation of main components for vehicle cooling systems.
  • Carry out routine maintenance and running adjustments necessary on vehicle cooling systems.
  • Carry out vehicle inspections identifying the effects of incorrect adjustments/faults on vehicle cooling systems.
  • Carry out systematic testing procedures using test equipment for vehicle cooling systems.
  • Use vehicle manufacturers' specifications in the maintenance and testing of vehicle cooling systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 14:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Identify the operating principles, main constructional features and operation of main components for vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Carry out routine maintenance and running adjustments necessary on vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Carry out vehicle inspections identifying the effects of incorrect adjustments/faults on vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Carry out systematic testing procedures using test equipment for vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Use vehicle manufacturers' specifications in the maintenance and testing of vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 15:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of vehicle clutch, gearbox, propeller/drive shafts and final drive/differential units.
  • Identify the operating principles, main constructional features and operation of main components for vehicle clutch, gearbox, propeller/drive shafts and final drive/differential units.
  • Carry out routine maintenance and running adjustments necessary on vehicle clutch, gearbox, propeller/drive shafts and final drive/differential units.
  • Carry out vehicle inspections identifying the effects of incorrect adjustments/faults on vehicle clutch, gearbox, propeller/drive shafts and final drive/differential units.
  • Carry out systematic testing procedures using test equipment for vehicle clutch, gearbox, propeller/drive shafts and final drive/differential units.
  • Use vehicle manufacturers' specifications in the maintenance and testing of vehicle clutch, gearbox, propeller/drive shafts and final drive/differential units.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 16:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of vehicle bodywork and constructional alignment.
  • Identify the operating principles, main constructional features and operation of main components for vehicle bodywork.
  • Carry out routine maintenance and running adjustments necessary on vehicle bodywork.
  • Carry out vehicle inspections identifying misalignment of vehicle body components.
  • Identify alignment test procedures using test equipment for vehicle bodywork.
  • Identify vehicle manufacturers' specifications in the maintenance and testing of vehicle bodywork and constructional alignment.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 17:
  • Identify:
    > Mensuration operations.
    > Geometric operations.
    > The types and properties of materials used in motor vehicle engineering.
    > The types and properties of hydro-carbon fuels.
    > The types and properties of lubricants.
    > The principles of engineering drawing.
    > Arithmetic operations to binary/denary numbers.
    > Algebraic operations.
    > Trigonometric operations.
    > Graphical operations.
  • Identify the terms used and calculations associated with:
    > Gas laws and engine power.
    > Force and momentum.
    > Heat.
    > Hydraulics.
    > Hydrostatics.
    > Electricity.
    > Combustion processes.
    > Tractive effort and tractive resistance
  • Describe the types and properties of materials used in motor vehicle engineering and associated calculations.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 18:
  • Identify the types and properties of:
    > Materials used in motor vehicle engineering.
    > Hydro-carbon fuels.
    > Lubricants.
    > Aterials used in motor vehicle engineering and apply calculations.
  • Use calculations associated with:
    > Gas laws and engine power.
    > Force and momentum and identify the terms used.
    > Heat and identify the terms used.
    > Hydraulics and identify the terms used.
    > Hydrostatics and identify the terms used.
    > Electricity and identify the terms used.
  • Identify the terms used and apply calculations associated with:
    > The internal combustion engine.
    > Centripetal and centrifugal force.
    > Load transfer.
    > The energy of rotation.
    > Simple harmonic motion.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 19:
  • Use resistors identifying the types and their functions.
  • Use capacitors identifying the types and their functions.
  • Identify the types of electromagnetic and inductive devices and their functions.
  • Identify the types of semiconductor devices and their functions.
  • Identify the types of electrical switches and their functions.
  • Use test equipment to identify the effects of over current and the functions of various protective devices.
  • Use terminals, connectors and heat sinks identifying the various types and their functions.
  • Inspect vehicle systems and identify the construction/operation of devices found in electronic fuel injection systems.
  • Inspect vehicle systems and identify the construction/operation of electronic devices found in ignition circuits.
  • Inspect vehicle systems and identify the construction/operation of electronic devices found in braking systems.
  • Inspect vehicle systems and identify the construction/operation of electronic devices found in charging systems.
  • Select and use test equipment.
  • Use testing techniques for electrical and electronic components.
  • Use testing techniques for sensors, transducers, actuators, input and output devices.
  • Describe analogue and digital systems.
  • Describe the binary (electronic) system of digital computers.
  • Identify and apply numbers using a range of numbering systems.
  • Convert numbers from one number base to another.
  • Identify and apply addition and subtraction in binary.
  • Describe the function and role of microelectronic systems within motor vehicles.
  • Identify, with the use of diagrams, the main components of microprocessor based systems.
  • Identify, with the use of diagrams, the functions of microcomputer systems.
  • Identify how machine language instructions are coded and stored.
  • Identify the steps required to execute machine language instructions.
  • Describe machine code programming.
  • Identify and apply instructions and addressing.
  • Identify and apply subroutines and the stack.
  • Identify and apply interrupts.
  • Describe the principles and use of electronics in electronic ignition systems.
  • Describe the principles and use of electronics in electronic fuel injection systems.
  • Describe the principles and use of electronics in anti-lock braking (ABS) systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 20:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Describe the operating principles and main components of four stroke petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Carry out fault testing procedures using test equipment and diagnostic techniques for petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Carry out the use, care, calibration and storage of petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems diagnostic equipment.
  • Carry out systematic overhaul procedures for petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.
  • Identify the standard terms and definitions for petrol/diesel engines and fuel systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 21:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Describe the operating principles and main components of vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Carry out fault testing procedures using test equipment and diagnostic techniques for vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Carry out the use, care, calibration and storage of vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems diagnostic equipment.
  • Carry out systematic overhaul procedures for vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.
  • Identify the standard terms and definitions for vehicle spark ignition and electrical/electronic systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 22:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of engine auxiliary systems.
  • Describe the operating principles and main components of engine auxiliary systems.
  • Carry out fault testing procedures using test equipment and diagnostic techniques for engine auxiliary systems.
  • Carry out the use, care, calibration and storage of engine auxiliary systems diagnostic equipment.
  • Carry out systematic overhaul procedures for engine auxiliary systems.
  • Identify the standard terms and definitions for engine auxiliary systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 23:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Describe the operating principles and main components of vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Carry out fault testing procedures using test equipment and diagnostic techniques for vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Carry out the use, care, calibration and storage of vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems diagnostic equipment.
  • Carry out systematic overhaul procedures for vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.
  • Identify the standard terms and definitions for vehicle braking, steering and suspension systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 24:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of vehicle manual and automatic gearboxes.
  • Describe the operating principles and main components of vehicle manual and automatic gearboxes.
  • Carry out fault testing procedures using test equipment and diagnostic techniques for vehicle manual and automatic gearboxes.
  • Carry out routine maintenance and running adjustments necessary on vehicle automatic gearboxes.
  • Carry out the use, care, calibration and storage of vehicle manual and automatic gearbox diagnostic equipment.
  • Carry out systematic overhaul procedures for vehicle manual and automatic gearboxes.
  • Identify the standard terms and definitions for vehicle manual and automatic gearboxes.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 25:
  • Carry out safe working practices using tools, equipment and consumable materials in the maintenance and testing of vehicle transmission systems.
  • Describe the operating principles and main components of vehicle transmission systems.
  • Carry out fault testing procedures using test equipment and diagnostic techniques for vehicle transmission systems.
  • Carry out the use, care, calibration and storage of vehicle transmission systems diagnostic equipment.
  • Carry out systematic overhaul procedures for vehicle transmission systems.
  • Identify the standard terms and definitions for vehicle transmission systems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 26:
  • Perform calculations involving the four arithmetic operations.
  • Perform calculations involving fractions, ratios, percentages and proportions.
  • Give estimated solutions to arithmetic calculations.
  • Perform calculations involving the use of an electronic calculator.
  • Use the Laws of Indices.
  • Use algebraic operations.
  • Apply geometric and trigonometric operations to plane figures.
  • Apply geometric operations to circles and cylinders.
  • Apply arithmetic operations to binary/denary numbers.
  • Perform algebraic operations.
  • Perform and apply graphical operations.
  • Perform and apply mensuration operations.
  • Perform and apply trigonometric operations.
  • Use logarithms and logarithmic expressions.
  • Perform algebraic operations.
  • Perform trigonometric operations.
  • Perform statistical operations.

    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) Technician Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering and the IVQ Technician Diploma in Motor Vehicle Engineering are broadly comparable to level 2 and level 3 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 Technician Certificate in Motor Vehicle Engineering and the IVQ Technician Diploma in Motor Vehicle Engineering are comparable to Level 4 and level 5 of the The National Framework of Qualifications for Ireland (NFQ) and level 5 and level 6 of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) respectively. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Articulation possibilities with related qualifications:

    This qualification allows for both horizontal and vertical articulation.

    Vertical articulation can occur by embarking on the study of related NQF Level 6 qualifications within motor vehicle engineering.

    Horizontal articulation can occur with qualifications on NQF Level 5. 

    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. 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
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