Bench Worker

The purpose of this part-qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Bench Worker. A Bench Worker diagnoses and repairs starters and alternators and/or disassembles (strips) starters and alternators, replaces their worn or faulty components, tests repaired starters and alternators for functionality, and re-assembles and refits them.

This is a part-qualification that emerged during the revision of the Automotive Electrician qualification. The part-qualification is designed for learners who will diagnose and repair starters and alternators and/or disassemble starters and alternators, replace their worn or faulty components, test repaired starters and alternators for functionality, re-assemble and refit them in auto-electrical environments like dealerships, independent workshops or fully-fledged auto- electrical workshops. This part-qualification will fulfil the need of many people employed as 'Bench Workers' who have no formal qualification in performing the above tasks with starters and alternators. The part-qualification is aimed at both new entrants to the automotive sector as well as those who have been working in the automotive industry in the environments described above. This part-qualification will also provide learners with a foundation to pursue the Automotive Electrician trade qualification. Upon completion of this part-qualification, learners will gain official recognition for their competencies and be positioned to assume higher-level responsibilities within their respective organisations. Learners who successfully complete this part-qualification can participate effectively in the automotive industry, whether in small, medium or large enterprises. This part-qualification will contribute to the economy in that persons diagnosing and repairing starters and alternators in a critical growth sector will be adequately trained to do so. The part-qualification will open employment opportunities and/or enhance the potential for higher income.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL for Access to the External Integrated Summative Assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of results or by certifying a work experience record. RPL for Access to the Qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: NQF Level 1 qualification with Mathematics and Science.

1. Test, diagnose and repair automotive starting and charging systems.