Learnership NQF Level 3
South African Qualifications Authority
Registered Qualification:
National Certificate: Air-Conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation
SAQA QUAL ID: 65489
Originator
- ABET BAND: Undefined
- MINIMUM CREDITS: 122
Originator Provider
- PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL: Level 3
- NQF LEVEL: NQF Level 3
- QUAL CLASS: Regular-Unit Stds Based
Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification
Purpose:
This is the second qualification in a series of qualifications which will lead to a learner acquiring all the skills required to work in the industry in the repair, maintenance, installation, manufacture and ultimately design of the mechanical/electrical systems which provide temperature control for environmental or process needs.
The following represents a learning progression path:
- Assistant Mechanic, at NQF Level 2: Technical competence – Has a basic understanding of equipment and is able to carry out technical work under supervision.
- Mechanic, at NQF Level 3: Technical competence – Has a knowledge of equipment and systems and is able to carry out technical work without supervision.
- Artisan, at NQF Level 4: Technical competence – Has an advanced knowledge of systems and equipment and is able to work without supervision and to supervise a team.
Learning Assumed to be in Place and Recognition of Prior Learning
This qualification assumes that the candidate has already achieved one of more of the following:
- Communication and mathematical literacy at NQF Level 2 or an equivalent.
- ID 65449: National Certificate in Air conditioning, Refrigeration and Ventilation at NQF Level 2, and or an equivalent.
Qualification Rules
Fundamental component: 36 credits as expressed by the following:
- Communication: 20 credits at the level of the qualification.
- Mathematical Literacy: 16 credits at the level of the qualification.
Core component: 67 credits.
Elective component: 19 credits is required in the. For this qualification, learners are required to include
Unit Standards 116720, 9532 and 9533 in this combination.
| ID: | UNIT STANDARD TITLE: | NQF LEVEL: | CREDITS: | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | 116226 |
Identify and set ON-OFF control devices as used in air conditioning and refrigeration systems, explain their operation and discuss their application and fault finding |
Level 2 | 6 |
| Core | 116243 |
Install, connect and maintain electrical cables and conductors as applied in air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation installations |
Level 2 | 6 |
| Core | 116244 | Sketch and construct electrical circuits applicable to single-phase air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation installations |
Level 2 | 9 |
| Core | 116468 | Adhere to the legal requirements of SANS 10147 (SABS 0147) standards when handling group 1 refrigerants |
Level 3 | 6 |
| Core | 261819 | Apply an understanding of various systems, system components, the actual and the theoretical refrigeration cycle |
Level 3 | 7 |
| Core | 116719 |
Demonstrate knowledge of the OHS Act as it affects experienced workers in the air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation industries |
Level 3 | 3 |
| Core | 116712 | Dismantle and assemble air conditioning and refrigeration equipment |
Level 3 | 6 |
| Core | 116697 | Fault find an air-conditioning, refrigeration or ventilation plant stoppage or failure |
Level 3 | 5 |
| Core | 116702 |
Identify, handle and sample refrigeration oils for analysis, and demonstrate how oil can indicate the general condition of a refrigeration system |
Level 3 | 2 |
| Core | 116696 | Identify, use and maintain power tools used in the airconditioning, refrigeration and ventilation trades |
Level 3 | 8 |
| Core | 116717 | Interpret air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation plant layout and component drawings, sketches and specifications |
Level 3 | 6 |
| Core | 9530 | Manage work time effectively | Level 3 | 3 |
| Fundamental | 119458 | Analyse and respond to a variety of literary texts | Level 3 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 9010 |
Demonstrate an understanding of the use of different number bases and measurement units and an awareness of error in the context of relevant calculations |
Level 3 | 2 |
| Fundamental | 9013 | Describe, apply, analyse and calculate shape and motion in 2-and 3-dimensional space in different contexts |
Level 3 | 4 |
| Fundamental | 119466 | Interpret a variety of literary texts | Level 3 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 119457 | Interpret and use information from texts | Level 3 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 9012 | Investigate life and work related problems using data and probabilities |
Level 3 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 119467 | Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes |
Level 3 | 5 |
| Fundamental | 7456 | Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal, business and national issues |
Level 3 | 5 |
| Elective | 116233 |
Identify and state application of belt drives, couplings, gearboxes and bearings used on air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation plants and recognize misaligned, mismatched and worn components |
Level 2 | 6 |
| Elective | 9532 | Demonstrate basic knowledge of computers | Level 3 | 6 |
| Elective | 116701 | Handle and place in position equipment used within the airconditioning, refrigeration and ventilation industries |
Level 3 | 4 |
| Elective | 116707 |
Identify and apply insulation methods and materials for piping and flat surfaces as applicable to air-conditioning and refrigeration systems |
Level 3 | 8 |
| Elective | 116465 |
Identify and commission modulating control systems as used in air conditioning and refrigeration systems |
Level 3 | 6 |
| Elective | 244589 |
Identify causes of stress and techniques to manage it in the workplace |
Level 3 | 2 |
| Elective | 116718 |
Identify water reticulation systems, its components, accessories |
Level 3 | 4 |
| Elective | 116713 | Install and service power transmission systems for airconditioning, refrigeration and ventilation equipment |
Level 3 | 6 |
| Elective | 116706 | Operate water treatment systems used in air-conditioning and refrigeration installations | Level 3 | 3 |
| Elective | 116715 |
Remove, install and service bearings used on air-conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation equipment |
Level 3 | 6 |
| Elective | 116720 | Show understanding of diversity in the workplace | Level 3 | 3 |
| Elective | 9533 |
Use communication skills to handle and resolve conflict in the workplace |
Level 3 | 3 |
Qualification Cost
- Fundamental component: 36 credits. = R11740.00
- Core component: 67 credits = R21850.00
- Elective component: 19 credits = R6196.00