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All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |
| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
| Occupational Certificate: Pipe Fitter |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 99255 | Occupational Certificate: Pipe Fitter | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| Development Quality Partner - MERSETA | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| - | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| Occupational Certificate | Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Manufacturing and Assembly | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 581 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 04 | Regular-ELOAC |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
| Reregistered | EXCO 0425/24 | 2018-07-01 | 2025-12-30 | |
| LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
| 2026-12-30 | 2029-12-30 | |||
| 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 this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Pipe fitter. A Pipe fitter disassembles, repairs, maintains, fabricates, assembles, installs and quality assures pipe systems in accordance with design and engineering codes and specifications taking into consideration health, safety and environmental requirements. A qualified learner will be able to: Rationale: Pipe fitter is a listed trade incorporated within the South African National Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework. This qualification is designed for that group of learners. The industry has identified a need for a fully-fledged recognised pipe fitting qualification to address the skills requirements and also, to establish a structured curriculum. Most small and major projects throughout the country require qualified pipe fitters. Qualified pipe fitters are likely to be employed by major industries such as marine, petro-chemical, power generation, food and beverage, steel manufacturing, etc. This qualification is aimed at individuals who have recently worked in a relevant occupational context, who have acquired pipe fitting skills in an industrial work environment. Such skills include, but are not limited to, pipe fabrication, installation and maintenance activities. The qualification is also suitable for new entrants to the pipe fitting sector. This qualification will enable individuals to receive full recognition as qualified artisans within the pipe fitting working environment. The pipe fitter qualification can contribute to an individual's career path development within the specific discipline. |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
RPL for access to the external integrated summative assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of result or certifying a work experience record. RPL for access to the qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| This qualification is made up of the following compulsory Knowledge, Practical Skill and Work Experience.
Modules: Knowledge Modules: Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 124. Practical Skill Modules: Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 250. This qualification also requires the following Work Experience Modules: Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 207. |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Identify, inspect, use and handle trade related hand tools; identify pipe materials, components and consumables under supervision.
2. Identify, inspect, use, handle trade related measuring, marking off, power tools and associated thermal processes under supervision. 3. Interpret and apply fundamental engineering drawing principles, techniques and related specifications to maintain, fabricate and install threaded pipe systems and related components. 4. Interpret and apply engineering drawing principles, techniques and related specifications to maintain, fabricate and install welded pipe systems and related components. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| Associated Assessment Criteria Exit Level Outcome 1:
Associated Assessment Criteria Exit Level Outcome 2: Associated Assessment Criteria Exit Level Outcome 3: Associated Assessment Criteria Exit Level Outcome 4: Integrated Assessment: Integrated formative assessment: The skills development provider will use the curriculum to guide them on the stipulated internal assessment criteria and weighting. They will also apply the scope of practical skills and applied knowledge as stipulated by the internal assessment criteria. This formative assessment leads to entrance into the integrated external summative assessment. Integrated summative assessment: An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Assessment Quality Partner is required for the issuing of this qualification. The external integrated summative assessment will focus on the exit level outcomes and associated assessment criteria. The external summative assessment will be a trade test conducted in terms of Section 26 D of the Skills Development Act through an evaluation of written and practical tasks covering critical aspects of the trade and conducted in a simulated environment at an assessment centre accredited by QCTO by an assessor registered by National Artisan Moderation Body. The assessment will take place over a maximum of two (2) days. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| This qualification has been compared with similar qualifications offered in countries such as Canada and the United Kingdom due to the similarities in operating procedures for pipe fitters in those countries and those adopted in South Africa.
Canada: In Canada offers qualification called National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering (Pipe Fitting and Assembly) (1712-34) is offered. The purpose of this qualification is to maintain and repair piping systems. Mandatory units include: Optional Group A: Entry requirements: There are no pre-set entrance requirements. However, centres must ensure that learners have the potential and opportunity to gain the qualification successfully. United Kingdom: The Engineering Industry Training Board in the United Kingdom offers two qualifications for pipefitters: The purpose of both qualifications is to train the individual in the installation of pipework (Kilometers) which carry oil, gas, water, and other process fluids. Curriculum for Supporting the Installation of Engineering Construction Plant and Systems is: Curriculum for Installing Engineering Construction Plant and Systems - Pipefitting are: The Neta Training Group in United Kingdom offers training for pipe fitters. The purpose of this training is to enable pipefitters to fabricate pipework and supports using detailed engineering drawings, cutting, shaping and bending pipe in preparation for welding. Pipefitters often work alongside welders as they are expected to connect piping efficiently and safely, sometimes in difficult conditions. Curriculum: Conclusion: This qualification compares favourably with the qualifications that it was compared with. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| Horizontal articulation:
Vertical articulation: |
| MODERATION OPTIONS |
| N/A |
| CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
| N/A |
| NOTES |
| Qualifying for external assessment:
In order to qualify for the external summative assessment learners must have a copy of a completed and signed Statement of Work Experience as well as proof of successful completion of all the knowledge and practical skills modules stipulated in the curriculum or alternative programmes where applicable. Foundational learning competence is a pre-requisite for access to the integrated summative assessment. Additional legal or physical entry requirements: No additional entry requirements are required. Criteria for the accreditation of providers: Accreditation of providers will be done against the criteria as reflected in the relevant curriculum on the QCTO website. The curriculum title and code is: 642607000: Pipe fitter. |
| 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 |
| All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |