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

Test Hydraulic Cylinders 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
244702  Test Hydraulic Cylinders 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Engineering and Related Design 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  4 
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 
The skills, values and knowledge reflected in this unit standard are required by people in the field of Fluid Power Engineering. The learning outcomes in this unit standard contribute to the exit level outcomes required for a NQF Level 4 Qualification.

Persons credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Prepare a hydraulic cylinder for testing.
  • Set up instrumentation for testing of hydraulic cylinders.
  • Perform a proof pressure test on a hydraulic cylinder.
  • Perform a leakage test on a hydraulic cylinder.
  • Perform a static friction test on a hydraulic cylinder.
  • Remove the cylinder from test stand.
  • Conduct post test functions. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The credit calculation is based on the assumption that a person is already competent in terms of the following outcomes when starting to learn towards this unit standard:
  • Assemble mechanical components at NQF Level 2.
  • Select use and care for engineering measuring equipment at NQF Level 2.
  • Maintain static seals in machines and equipment at NQF Level 2.
  • Install test and maintain a basic hydraulic system at NQF Level 3.
  • Use and maintain fluid power instrumentation at NQF Level 3.
  • Repair hydraulic cylinders at NQF Level 3. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The following scope and context applies to the whole unit standard:
  • This unit standard refers to reporting on, and testing of hydraulic cylinders in a workshop environment on an existing cylinder test bed. It does not include for the inspection and repair of the cylinder. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Prepare a hydraulic cylinder for testing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The cylinder to be tested is confirmed against application requirements. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Requirements include manufacturer or customer requirements.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The cylinder is placed and fixed into test bed in accordance with all safety procedures and precautions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Lifting tackle is used in accordance with workplace safety requirements where appropriate. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Fluid compatibility is explained in relation to seals and materials. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Fluid power connectors and conveyances are used according to the requirements of the cylinder and test bed. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Requirements include matching of threads, flanges and pressure and flow ratings.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Set up instrumentation for testing of hydraulic cylinders. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The instrumentation components chosen are appropriate for the required test results. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Instrumentation is confirmed to be ready for use prior to connection to the test system. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The instrumentation components are connected to the test circuit in accordance with test requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Perform a proof pressure test on a hydraulic cylinder. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The hydraulic principles and circuit are described in relation to the test being conducted. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The concepts of working pressure, proof pressure and rated pressure are described in terms of their relationship to the testing of a hydraulic cylinder. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The proof pressure test is carried out in accordance with workplace requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The results of the test are interpreted and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Perform a leakage test on a hydraulic cylinder. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The hydraulic principles and circuit are described in relation to the test being conducted. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The concepts of load and pressure are described in terms of their relationship to the hydraulic cylinder and how they affect leakage. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The leakage test is carried out in accordance with workplace requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The results of the test are interpreted and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Perform a static friction test on a hydraulic cylinder. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The hydraulic principles and circuit are described in relation to the test being conducted. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The principles of friction and pressure rise rates are described in terms of their relationship to the hydraulic cylinder. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The static friction test is carried out in accordance with workplace requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The results of the test are interpreted and reported to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 6 
    Remove the cylinder from test stand. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The cylinder test bed is bled of all pressures and residual forces and is made safe for the removal of the test piece. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    All fluid conveyance components are disconnected and removed in accordance with workplace requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The cylinder is removed from the test bed in accordance with all safety procedures and precautions. The correct lifting tackle is used where required. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Oil spillages are cleaned in accordance with workplace and legislative safety requirements. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 7 
    Conduct post test functions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A test certificate is compiled and handed to appropriate personnel in accordance with workplace requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The cylinder is prepared for dispatch in accordance with customer and workplace requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Cylinders are moved in accordance with workplace safety requirements. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this Unit Standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this Unit Standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines and the agreed ETQA procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Essential embedded knowledge will be assessed through assessment of the specific outcomes in terms of the stipulated assessment criteria. Candidates are unlikely to achieve all the specific outcomes, to the standards described in the assessment criteria, without knowledge of the listed embedded knowledge. This means that for the most part, the possession or lack of the knowledge can be directly inferred from the quality of the candidate's performance. Where direct assessment of knowledge is required, assessment criteria have been included in the body of the unit standard.

    The following embedded knowledge is addressed in an integrated way in the unit standard:
  • Testing of hydraulic cylinders.
  • Taking readings from test instrumentation.
  • Communicating test results.
  • Safety requirements in handling heavy equipment.
  • Understanding a fluid power circuit and its operation.
  • Evaluating test results meaningfully.
  • Environmental issues regarding oil spillage and disposal. 
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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 and make decisions using critical and creative thinking.
  • Note: The ability of the candidate to identify problems in the operation of a hydraulic cylinder. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as members of a team, group, organisation or community.
  • Note: The ability of the candidate to work as a team member. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage themselves and their activities responsibly and effectively.
  • Note: The ability of the candidate to prepare a hydraulic cylinder for testing. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
  • Note: The ability of the candidate to evaluate the performance of a hydraulic cylinder. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations.
  • Note: The ability of the candidate to report on the performance of a hydraulic cylinder. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
  • Note: The ability of the candidate to measure up components. 
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    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
  • Note: The ability of the candidate to integrate the various functions to ensure a successful repair. 
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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 
    Terminology:

    The terminology used in this unit standard is in accordance with general engineering practices.

    Notes to Assessors:

    Assessors should keep the following principles in mind when designing and conducting assessments against this unit standard:
  • Focus the assessment activities on gathering evidence in terms of the main outcome expressed in the title to ensure assessment is integrated rather than fragmented. Remember we want to declare the person competent in terms of the title. Where assessment at title level is unmanageable, then focus assessment around each specific outcome, or groups of specific outcomes.
  • Make sure evidence is gathered across the entire range, wherever it applies. Assessment activities should be as close to the real performance as possible, and where simulations or role-plays are used, there should be supporting evidence to show the candidate is able to perform in the real situation.
  • Do not focus the assessment activities on each assessment criterion. Rather make sure the assessment activities focus on outcomes and are sufficient to enable evidence to be gathered around all the assessment criteria.
  • The assessment criteria provide the specifications against which assessment judgements should be made. In most cases, knowledge can be inferred from the quality of the performances, but in other cases, knowledge and understanding will have to be tested through questioning techniques. Where this is required, there will be assessment criteria to specify the standard required.
  • The task of the assessor is to gather sufficient evidence, of the prescribed type and quality, as specified in this unit standard, that the candidate can achieve the outcomes again and again and again. This means assessors will have to judge how many repeat performances are required before they believe the performance is reproducible.
  • All assessments should be conducted in line with the following well documented principles of assessment: appropriateness, fairness, manageability, integration into work or learning, validity, direct, authentic, sufficient, systematic, open and consistent. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  58880   Further Education and Training Certificate: Fluid Power  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 


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