Automotive motor
Manager

Our qualification is designed to equip you with the expertise to allow progression opportunities.

AFRICA SKILLS Automotive Motor Mechanic


NQF Level

NQF 4

Credits

540

SAQA Nr

118733

Delivery Mode

Full time

Duration

3 Years

  • 3 months knowledge
  • 9 months work placement
  • Repeats every year.

Cost Amount

R35 000

Entry Requirements

  • NQF Level 1 (Grade 9)

  • Mathematics

Gain hands – on experience in removing and installing transmission, drivetrain, and related components, while earning valuable certifications such as Automotive Drive Train Repairer, Automotive Suspension Repairer, and Automotive Clutch and Brake Repairer. Delve deeper into the field with horizontal articulation opportunities, including further education and training certificates in Automotive Components Manufacturing and Assembly, Automotive Repairer and Maintenance, and Automotive Body Repair. Unlocking endless possibilities for career advancement
and personal fulfillment in the thriving automotive industry.

What will be included in our costs?

Tablets • PPE • Standard Toolbox • Trade Test • Workplace Monitoring

Where can I get this qualification?

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What this qualification consists of

Knowledge
modules

  • Workplace fundamentals.
  • Foundational concepts for mechanics.
  • Vehicle and equipment fundamentals.
  • Basic engine systems.
  • Vehicle, equipment and propulsion systems.
  • Electrical systems and basic electronic hydraulic and pneumatic principles.
  • Advanced vehicle and equipment systems.
  • Problem solving and engine optimisation.

Practical skills
modules

  • Work safely and respond to emergencies.
  • Use tools and equipment for cutting and joining metals.
  • Remove and install mechanical components like gaskets, seals, bearings, and locking devices.
  • Work with auto – electric, auto – electronic components, and fluid power components.
  • Maintain and service vehicles and their components.
  • Remove, assess, and replace steering and suspension systems.
  • Dismantle, assess, and reassemble engines, sub – assemblies, and vehicle parts.
  • Diagnose and repair vehicle air conditioning, cooling, and drive line systems.
  • Replace clutch and brake components.
  • Commission and test engines, drive trains, and vehicle parts.
  • Diagnose and repair vehicle and electrical systems, including electronically controlled systems.

Workplace experiences
modules

  • Routine scheduled services.
  • Diagnosis and repair of vehicle of airconditioning systems.
  • Removing and installing brakes and clutch components.
  • Removal and replacement of engine Sub – systems (including batteries) and vehicle sub – systems engines, drive trains, sub – systems removal, and installation processes.
  • Commissioning and testing processes of engines, drive trains, sub – systems.
  • Diagnosis and repair of: vehicle cooling components, faults on vehicle transmission and transfer cases.
  • Vehicle suspension components and performing a 4 wheel alignment repair processes (gearboxes, differentials and engines).
  • Electrical systems (charging, starting, lighting and auxiliary).
  • Engines and engine sub – systems.
  • Brake systems.
  • Drive train systems and steering and suspension systems.


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