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

Diagnose and repair mechanical fuel injection systems 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
244058  Diagnose and repair mechanical fuel injection systems 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Vehicle Maintenance 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  6 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

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 unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
People in the field of manufacturing and engineering require the skills, values and knowledge reflected in this unit standard. The learning outcomes in this unit standard also contribute to the exit level outcomes required for various manufacturing and engineering qualifications. The learner is capable of identifying the various types of petrol and diesel fuel injection systems, and diagnosing and repairing system faults. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2.
  • The unit standard " Maintain a safe and productive working environment". 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The ranges as indicated under the specific outcomes determine the scope and context of this unit standard.

    All work is performed with little or no supervision in accordance with operational, repair manual specifications and procedures and in compliance with occupational safety, health and environmental legislation. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Read and interpret available information. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Available information includes customer complaints, job instructions, obtaining technical data, the identification and selection of tools and equipment and to identify the type of fuel injection system.
  • Technical data include the workshop and manufacturers manuals.
  • Type of system include diesel and fuel injection systems.
  • Includes diesel and/or petrol mechanical systems. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Technical data is sourced in accordance with operational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The type of fuel injection system is identified and the work to be done is ascertained in accordance with available information. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Appropriate tools and equipment are obtained in accordance with the job instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The consequences of not using the correct technical data, tools and equipment are explained in terms of the impact on the job. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The work area is prepared in accordance with the job instructions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Prepare the vehicle and connect the required test equipment. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Preparing the vehicle includes parking it in the demarcated area.
  • Test equipment includes pressure gauges, multimeters and manufacturers special equipment. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The vehicle is parked in an area conducive to the required test. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The equipment is selected appropriate to the test being conducted. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Test equipment is connected in accordance with repair manual procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Reasons why specific test equipment is used are given in terms of the required result and availability of equipment. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Test, diagnose and repair fuel injection system faults. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Test and diagnose includes checking and testing fuel supply and return systems, system pressure, boost pressure, filters, coolers, fuel tanks and filler caps and throttle linkages.
  • System faults include hard starting, unstable idle, runs rough, injectors, sensors, timing, fuel contamination, excessive smoking and overheating.
  • Repair includes the replacement, repair and refurbishing of components and/or parts. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The system is tested in accordance with repair manual and operational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Test data is recorded in accordance with operational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The test results are diagnosed and explained in terms of the causes and potential solutions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The system is repaired in accordance with the repair manual and safety procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Work is conducted in accordance with flat rate time schedules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Consequences of not repairing identified faults are explained in terms of the impact on the engine performance. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Confirm system repairs. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Confirmation includes checking against repair manual specifications.
  • Specifications include testing under load conditions. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The appropriate equipment is connected in accordance with repair manual and safety procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The system is tested and the results recorded in accordance with workplace procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The results are interpreted and the system repair is confirmed in accordance with quality and operational procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Reasons for confirming a repair are explained in terms of the Quality Management System. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Apply safety concepts during diagnosing and repairing of fuel injection systems. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Use and disposal of cleaning agents and fluids.
  • Following SHE procedures. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Safety procedures are identified and adhered to during the diagnosing and repairing task. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The system is diagnosed and repaired without incident, accident injury or damage to the fuel injection system, equipment and tools. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    All repair manual safety warnings and required actions before, during and after the task are adhered to. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Restore work area, complete and process documentation. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
  • Restoring work area includes disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Tools and equipment are packed away.
  • Documentation includes completing job cards, check lists and reports.
  • Reports include reports and summaries of work completed.
  • Process includes submissions according to company procedures. 
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    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The work area is restored in accordance with workplace and SHE requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored in accordance with workplace and SHE requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Consequences of not leaving the workplace in the appropriate state are explained in terms of safety hazards and production. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Documentation is completed and processed in accordance with company procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The reasons for the various documentation are explained in terms of their main functions. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable the achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant Education, Training, Quality, Assurance (ETQA) Body, or by an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA, according to the ETQA's policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation.
  • Moderation must include both internal and external moderation of assessments, unless ETQA policies specify otherwise. Moderation should also encompass achievement of the competence described in the Unit Standard.
  • Anyone wishing to be assessed against this unit standard may apply to be assessed by any assessment agency, assessor or provider institution that is accredited by the relevant ETQA. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Names and functions of:
  • Test equipment, systems, components and parts.

    Attributes, descriptions, characteristics and properties relating to:
  • Fuel and lubrication.
  • Combustion properties.
  • Lambda settings.

    Sensory cues:
  • What I see, hear, smell and feel during the process.

    Purpose of:
  • Test procedures.
  • Test equipment.
  • Assessment of parts or sub-component (lift pump).
  • Principals of fuel injection: direct, indirect, continuous.

    Regulations, legislation, agreements, policies, standards:
  • Quality procedures.
  • Company policies and procedures.
  • SHE requirements.

    Theory: rules, principles, laws:
  • Principals of fuel injection, combustion.
  • Ratios: fuel/air.
  • Viscosity.
  • Atomisation.
  • Spray patterns.

    Relationships, systems:
  • The relationship between combustion and engine performance.
  • The relationship between the various components and the effect of malfunctions. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems:
  • Relating to the diagnose and repair of fuel injection system faults. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others:
  • When interacting with team members and colleagues during the planning, preparation, and completion and reporting phases the diagnose and repair of fuel injection system faults. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage myself and my activities:
  • When preparing the fuel injection system for diagnoses and repair.
  • When working in accordance with service and flat rate schedules.
  • When managing resources and my time. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively:
  • When completing and processing written reports.
  • When submitting the reports to the relevant department. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically:
  • When using special tools and test equipment to diagnose and repair and fuel injection system faults.
  • When using information technology to source technical data and to generate and submit reports. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems:
  • When I can explain and justify my actions and procedures followed. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  58497   National Certificate: Automotive Repair and Maintenance  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Registered"     		 2009-02-18  Was MERSETA until Last Date for Achievement 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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