Occupational Certificates
Occupational Certificate:
- Introduction to the welding trade, NQF Level 2, 2 Credits.
- Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Protection, NQF Level 2, 4 Credits.
- Welding schematics, calculations, welds and welded joints, NQF Level 2, 6 Credits.
- Weld imperfections, NQF Level 2, 2 Credits.
- Cutting and gouging, NQF Level 2, 2 Credits.
- Welding consumable classification and handling, NQF Level 2, 4 Credits.
- Metals and weldability of metals, NQF Level 3, 8 Credits.
- Fusion welding, NQF Level 3, 6 Credits.
- Arc welding, NQF Level 3, 8 Credits.
- Gas welding and cutting, NQF Level 3, 4 Credits.
- Welding codes, standards and parameters, NQF Level 4, 6 Credits.
- Shrinkage, residual stress and distortion, NQF Level 4, 4 Credits.
- Manual Metal Arc, MMA welding process, NQF Level 4, 7 Credits.
- The Metal Inert Gas/Metal Active Gas/Flux Cored Arc, MIG/MAG/FCAW welding process, NQF Level 7, 7 Credits.
- Manual Metal Arc, MMA welding process, NQF Level 4, 7 Credits.
- Welding inspection and quality, NQF Level 4, 4 Credits.
The total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 81.
- Fabricate simple components or work pieces, NQF Level 2, 4 Credits.
- Cut, gouge and gas weld material manually, NQF Level 2, 12 Credits.
- Perform fillet welds using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process, NQF Level 3, 12 Credits.
- Perform fillet welds using the Gas Metal Arc Welding process, NQF Level 3, 12 Credits.
- Perform fillet welds using the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding process, NQF Level 3, 16 Credits.
- Perform plate butt welds using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process, NQF Level 4, 16 Credits.
- Perform plate butt welds using the Gas Metal Arc Welding process, NQF Level 4, 16 Credits.
- Perform plate butt welds using the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding process, NQF Level 4, 16 Credits.
- Perform pipe welds using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process, NQF Level 4, 16 Credits.
- Perform pipe welds using the Gas Metal Arc Welding process, NQF Level 4, 16 Credits.
- Perform pipe welds using the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding process, NQF Level 4, 20 Credits.
Total number of credits for Practical Skills Modules: 140.
- Cut and gouge a range of materials in the workplace, NQF Level 2, 8 Credits.
- Produce a range of fillet welds using various welding processes in a workplace, NQF Level 4, 40 Credits.
- Care for, control and handle consumables and materials in a workshop, NQF Level 2, 4 Credits.
- Produce a range of plate welds using various welding processes in a workplace, NQF Level 4, 40 Credits.
- Team work, communication and reporting in the workplace, NQF Level 3, 8 Credits.
- Produce a range of pipe welds using various welding processes in a workplace, NQF Level 4, 52 Credits.
Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 152.
- The ability to cut, gouge and gas weld ferrous materials.
- The ability to weld ferrous materials including stainless steel using Shielded Metal Arc Welding.
- The ability to weld ferrous and non-ferrous materials using Gas Metal Arc Welding processes.
- The ability to weld ferrous and non-ferrous materials using the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding process
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Tools and equipment are selected, used and cared for to accepted standards. Safe work procedures, precautions and Personal Protective Equipment required for each process can be described and is adhered to.
Cutting techniques, equipment setup and nozzle selection criteria and consequences if not adhered to can be explained for specific applications. Gouging equipment setup and settings/parameters and consequences if not adhered to can be explained for specific applications.
Gas welding techniques, equipment setup and nozzle selection criteria and consequences if not adhered to can be explained for specific applications.
Cut and gouge profiles meets accepted quality standards. Gas welded joints meet excepted quality standards. Safe storage and handling practices of gases and consequences if not adhered to can be explained and is adhered to.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
Schematic illustrations of Shielded Metal Arc Welding equipment can be labelled and the functions of selected components explained.
Diagrams of welds are labelled using the correct welding terminology. Answers on welding of joints, demonstrates understanding of welding codes, the critical monitoring points, equipment settings, quality standards, and safety procedures.
Answers on welding of materials demonstrate understanding of characteristics of materials. Shielded Metal Arc Welding processes can be explained in terms applications, and steps required to perform a quality weld and probable causes of defects.
Welding symbols can be recognised and correlated to the type of joint. Welding consumables classification and applications can be explained. Safe work procedures, precautions and Personal Protective Equipment required for Shielded Metal Arc Welding can be described.
Shielded Metal Arc welded fillet, plate and pipe joints meets prescribed welding codes or standards
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
Schematic illustrations of Gas Metal Arc Welding equipment can be labelled and the functions of selected components explained.
Diagrams of welds are labelled using the correct welding terminology. Answers on welding of joints, demonstrates understanding of welding codes, the critical monitoring points, equipment settings, quality standards, and safety procedures.
Answers on welding of materials demonstrate understanding of characteristics of materials. Gas Metal Arc Welding processes can be explained in terms applications, and steps required to perform a quality weld and probable causes of defects Welding symbols can be recognised and correlated to the type of joint.
Welding consumables classification and applications can be explained. Safe work procedures, precautions and Personal Protective Equipment required for Gas Metal Arc Welding can be described.
Gas Metal Arc welded fillet, plate and pipe joints meets prescribed welding codes or standards.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
Schematic illustrations of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding equipment can be labelled and the functions of selected components explained.
Diagrams of welds are labelled using the correct welding terminology. Answers on welding of joints, demonstrates understanding of welding codes, the critical monitoring points, equipment settings, quality standards, and safety procedures.
Answers on welding of materials demonstrate understanding of characteristics of materials.
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding processes can be explained in terms applications, and steps required to perform a quality weld and probable causes of defects.
Welding symbols can be recognised and correlated to the type of joint. Welding consumables classification and applications can be explained.
Safe work procedures, precautions and Personal Protective Equipment required for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding can be described.
Gas Metal Tungsten Arc welded fillet, plate and pipe joints meets prescribed welding codes or standards.
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 minimum of 2 days.
This qualification is based on the Minimum Requirements for the Education, Training, Examination and Qualification of Welding Personnel published by the International Institute of Welding (IIW).
In 1999, the IIW launched an international programme for standardisation of the qualification of personnel involved in welding operations.
A detailed guide on training and developed of persons involved in welding operations was produced as the accepted international standard, known as the ‘Bratislava Agreement.
Some 42 countries use these standards for the qualification of welders across the world. Fillet Welder. Plate Welder. Pipe Welder.
Even though related qualifications are not currently registered on the NLRD, progression to higher level welding trade specific employment opportunities is possible for the qualified welder in areas such as:
International Welding Practitioners.
International Welding Specialists.
Welding Inspector: Level 1.
Welding Inspector: Level 2.
The curriculum title and code is: Welder, 651202000
Boilermaking
International comparability:This qualification is closely related to two Canadian Red-Seal recognised qualifications, namely:Boilermaker 2008 (Code 7262).Metal Fabricator (Fitter) 2008 (Code 7263).
Occupational Certificate:
- Introduction to Boilermaker Trade, NQF Level 4, 9 Credits.
- Boilermaker Tools, Equipment, Machines and Materials, NQF Level 4, 10 credits.
- Fabrication and Pipework, NQF Level 4, 23 Credits.
- Assembling and Joining, NQF Level 4, 14 Credits.
- Cutting and Welding, NQF Level 4, 20 Credits.
- Boilermaker’s Drawings, NQF Level 4, 9 Credits.
The total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 85.
- Visualise structures and components and develop templates according to set tolerances and/or standards whilst applying safety measures, NQF Level 4, 18 Credits.
- Maintain and use tools, equipment, and machinery, NQF Level 4, 15 Credits.
- Weld and gas cut components required for fabrication of a specific task such as metal pipes, construction and fabricated plate work and conduct visual and mechanical inspections for compliance with legal requirements, NQF Level 4, 28 Credits.
- Accurately manipulate and fabricate profiles and fabricate metal sections using heating and cold bending processes whilst applying safety measures, NQF Level 4, 41 Credits.
- Accurately erect, assemble and repair metal structures whilst applying safety measures, NQF Level 4, 28 Credits.
Total number of credits for Practical Skills Modules: 130.
- Pattern and template development processes, NQF Level 4, 30 Credits.
- Tools, equipment and machinery maintenance and operation processes, NQF Level 4, 30 Credits.
- Workshop or on-site cutting and welding processes, NQF Level 4, 43 Credits.
- Fabrication, assembling and repairing of metal components and structures, NQF Level 4, 43 Credits.
- Assembling and erecting of structures and components, NQF Level 4, 34 Credits.
Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 180.
- Develop components.
- Develop and fabricate using interpenetrations.
- Mark-off and lay-out a construction.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the underpinning theory of the boilermaker competencies.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Task instructions are correctly interpreted and accordingly complied with.
Develop components where all tolerances and angles are within the recognised manufacturing code of practice, according to specifications.
Correctly perform calculations required for the task.
Health, quality, safety and environmental protection practices are adhered to .
Relevant tools for the task are Identified and used correctly.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
Marking off equipment is identified and selected as per work requirements.
The methods and reasons for using calculations are explained.
Reason for checking material types is explained.
Transfer sizes onto material according to calculations from drawings or templates.
The purpose of using pipes with differed laterals is explained.
The purpose of fabrication procedures is explained.
Interpenetration components where all tolerances and angles of degree are developed and fabricated within the recognised manufacturing code of practice.
The consequences of not following fabrication procedures is explained.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
Mark off all measurements which are within tolerances and according to specifications are explained. More than four (4) holes or four (4) measurements out of tolerance are not acceptable.
Complex plate, pipe and structural steel drawings are interpreted.
Lay out and cut templates and/or jigs from the original blueprint/approved drawing.
Task is performed within the allocated time.
Task is performed with no loss or damage to tools and equipment used.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
Trades-related calculations are performed with 100% accuracy.
The material to be used is identified in the process.
All trade-related safety requirements are complied with.
Welding principles and techniques and joint characteristics are explained.
Oxy fuel cutting and machines are identified and the components and procedures for utilization are described.
Trade-related tools and equipment are identified.
Thermal applications are explained.
Basic principles of development are described.
An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant 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 as prescribed under Section 26d of the Skills Development Act and defined in the trade test regulations conducted through an evaluation of practical tasks and theoretical questions covering critical aspects ion a simulated environment at an assessment centre accredited by the QCTO and conducted by an assessor registered by NAMB. The assessment will take place over a minimum of 2 days (no contexts for contextualisation specified).
This qualification is closely related to two Canadian Red-Seal recognised qualifications, namely:
Boilermaker 2008 (Code 7262).
Metal Fabricator (Fitter) 2008 (Code 7263).
This qualification covers the following trades as recorded on the NLRD:
ID 60712: Plater and Welder.
ID 60768: Boilermaker.
ID 60701: Boilermaker/Welder.
ID 60694: Plater/Boilermaker.
ID 60755: Plater/Boilermaker.
ID 60706: Plater.
ID 60769: Structural Plater.
Mechanical Fitting
International comparable qualifications are associated with engineering-related trade’s persons,
The South African qualification for the Mechanical Fitter trade compares well with Unit Standards-based qualifications offered in Australia and New Zealand.
Occupational Certificate:
- Basic engineering theory, NQF Level 3, 32 Credits.
- Fitting Theory, NQF Level 4, 38 Credits.
The total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 70.
- Fabricate simple components or work pieces using basic hand skills and hand tools, NQF Level 2, 6 Credits.
- Fabricate components or work pieces using power tools or machinery, NQF Level 3, 6 Credits.
- Dissemble, clean and inspect mechanical sub-assemblies, NQF Level 3, 6 Credits.
- Replace components and assemble mechanical sub-assemblies and machines, NQF Level 3, 6 Credits.
- Do fault finding on mechanical sub-assemblies and machines, NQF Level 4, 12 Credits.
- Repair mechanical sub-assemblies and machines, NQF Level 4, 12 Credits.
- Install and commission mechanical sub-assemblies and machines, NQF Level 4, 12 Credits.
- Overhaul mechanical sub-assemblies and machines, NQF Level 4, 20 Credits.
Total number of credits for Practical Skills Modules: 80.
- Fabrication processes in an engineering workshop, NQF Level 2, 20 Credits.
- Routine mechanical component and machine maintenance processes, NQF Level 3, 40 Credits.
- Maintenance planning and communication processes, NQF Level 3, 10 Credits.
- Repair mechanical faults on mechanical sub-assemblies and machines, NQF Level 4, 60 Credits.
- Overhauling processes in an engineering workshop, NQF Level 4, 60 Credits.
- Structured planning and communication processes in the workplace, NQF Level 4, 60 Credits.
- Engineering workshop control processes, NQF Level 4, 10 Credits.
Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 260.
- 1. The ability to apply hand skills to fabricate mechanical components using engineering tools.
- The ability to perform engineering maintenance on mechanical components, subassemblies and machines.
- The ability to repair, install and commission subassemblies and machines.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Tools and equipment are selected, used and cared for according to accepted standards.
- Safe work procedures, precautions and personal protective equipment required is described and adhered to.
- Fabrication techniques and consequences if not adhered to can be explained for specific applications.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
- Safe work procedures, precautions and personal protective equipment required is described and adhered to.
- Original equipment manufacturer specifications can be read and used for maintenance and quality specifications of subassemblies and machines.
- Components and machines are monitored and maintained at optimal working condition.
- Routine maintenance on components and machines is performed to manufacturer specifications.
- Mechanical sub-assemblies are dissembled, cleaned and inspected for mechanical soundness.
- Components are replaced and mechanical sub-assemblies and machines are assembled.
- Maintenance planning and communication processes are maintained.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
- Safe work procedures, precautions and Personal Protective Equipment required for engineering maintenance tasks can be described.
- Original Equipment Manufacturer specifications can be read and used for repairs and quality specifications of subassemblies and machines.
- Fault finding on mechanical sub-assemblies and machines are performed to manufacturer specifications.
- Mechanical sub-assemblies and machines are repaired to manufacturer specifications.
- Mechanical sub-assemblies and machines are installed and commissioned.
- Mechanical sub-assemblies and machines are overhauled to manufacturer specifications.
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 minimum of 2 days.
International comparable qualifications are associated with engineering-related trade’s persons,
The South African qualification for the Mechanical Fitter trade compares well with Unit Standards-based qualifications offered in Australia and New Zealand.
- The Australian, Certificate III in Engineering (MEM30205) and Certificate IV in Engineering (MEM40105) is related to the occupation listed in ANZSCO: 323000 des Workers.
- Comparable competency based curricula and training programs developed for the training of trades persons in the United States and Canada were researched on the Internet. The scope and content of these programs are comparable to the South African Mechanical Fitter
- The Canadian and Arab qualifications related to mechanical fitting can be used interchangeably with the qualifications developed for the South African manufacturing and engineering industries, serving a similar purpose.
The curriculum title and code is: Occupational Certificate: Mechanical Fitter, Curriculum Code 653303000.
This qualification covers the following trades as recorded on the NLRD:
- ID 61033, Fitter and Turner, Automobile Manufacturing.
- ID 61036, Fitter and Turner, Coal.
- ID 61037, Fitter and Turner, ESKOM.
- ID 61040, Fitter and Turner, Explosives.
- ID 61048, Fitter and Turner, Government.
- ID 61109, Fitter and Turner, Carbonated soft drink.
- ID 61068, Fitter and Turner, Mining.
- ID 61073, Fitter and Turner, Motor.
- ID 61084, Fitter and Turner, Aerospace.
- ID 61087, Fitter and Turner, Tyre and Rubber.
- ID 61134, Fitter and Turner, Sugar.
- ID 61137, Fitter and Turner, Mining
