SAQA Qualification · 98822
Diesel Fitter
R70 000
(Once-off Institutional License Fee)
Professional Role & Capability Blueprint
- Target Designation
- Certified Diesel Fitter Practitioner
- Competency Focus
- Master specialised practical applications, safety criteria, and regulatory mandates required of a qualified Diesel Fitter.
- Academic Weight
- Full national recognition at NQF Level 4 yielding 540 credits upon successful PoE verification.
Strategic Institutional Purpose
- Audit Objective
- Formulated to systematically bridge operational skills deficits under the governing NAMB quality matrix.
- Value Proposition
- Equips your workforce with measurable, legally compliant skills to optimise productivity, satisfy Workplace Skills Plans (WSP), and unlock maximum B-BBEE scorecard weight.
Who is this for
This qualification is ideal for individuals with some work experience or prior learning who wish to formalise their skills and advance their careers. It is specifically designed for anyone who aspires to become a diesel fitter and wants a structured, nationally recognised learning pathway. Whether you are currently working in the field or just starting out, this programme will meet you where you are and take you to the next level.
Official SAQA Curriculum
Source of truth · SAQA ID 98822 · Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology › Engineering and Related Design
Purpose▾
The purpose of this qualification is to equip learners with knowledge and skills that will prepare them to operate as a Diesel Fitter. A qualified learner will be able to: • Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on diesel powered systems. • Dismantle, inspect, assess, repair and reassemble diesel powered systems and related system components. • Diagnose and repair faults in diesel powered systems and related system components.
Rationale▾
The Occupational Certificate: Diesel Fitter is designed to provide learners with knowledge and skill that will prepare them to operate as a Diesel Fitter. A Diesel Fitter maintains, tests, repairs and rebuilds diesel motors used for generating power in marine, mining, construction, industrial and rail transport applications. Diesel-powered systems are used by private individuals, private sector businesses, state entities and government departments for a variety of purposes. Many of these systems are stationary applications such as diesel powered generators, compressors, pumps, and refrigeration and construction equipment. Others are found in propulsion systems in non-vehicle applications such as boats, ships and trains. Users of these diesel systems require that they are well-maintained, operate efficiently and conform to Original Equipment Manufacturers' (OEM) standards and specifications. Diesel-powered systems form an essential part of the country's social, economic and infrastructural activities. This means that qualified diesel fitters will be able to find employment in a wide range of end-user contexts. Qualified learners will also find employment in independent workshops providing maintenance and repair services to users of diesel-powered systems, and will be recognised as skilled artisans. This qualification will also enable qualifying learners to keep abreast of on-going technological developments in diesel engines and provide a basis for further career development.
Learning Assumed to be in Place & RPL▾
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 result or 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: The minimum entry requirements for the Occupational Certificate in Diesel Mechanic qualification is NQF Level 1 qualification with a pass in Mathematics.
Exit Level Outcomes▾
- Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on diesel powered systems and related system components.
- Dismantle, inspect, assess, repair and assemble diesel powered systems and related system components.
- Diagnose and repair faults in diesel powered systems and related system components.
Qualification 98822 · Curriculum Architecture
Occupational Certificate: Diesel Fitter · NQF Level 4 (540 Credits)
Three Curriculum Pillars
Knowledge Modules
Classroom & E-Learning
- Facilitated lectures & self-study
- Written question banks
- Formative comprehension checks
Practical Skill Modules
Simulated Line Tasks
- Simulated line tasks
- Observation rubrics
- Structured task sheets
Work Experience Modules
On-the-Job Production
- On-the-job rotation
- Mentor logbooks
- Workplace sign-offs
Evidence & Audit Pipeline
Learner Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)Owner · Candidate▾
Admin & Registration
ID, learner contract, induction pack, POPIA consent.
Knowledge Evidence
Written assessments & question banks — KM-01 to KM-07.
Practical Evidence
Task sheets, observation rubrics, assessor photos.
Workplace Evidence
Logbooks, mentor sign-offs, supervisor letters.
Assessor Master FileOwner · Registered Assessor▾
Assessment Reports
Judgements, learner feedback, remediation agreements, appeals log.
Internal Moderation & Quality FileOwner · Moderator / SDP▾
Moderation Evidence
10% sampling matrix, HACCP/LOTO compliance sheets, SDP sign-off.
Final Accreditation Gateway
Issued by the accredited Skills Development Provider once internal moderation is signed off.
Provider submits declaration + PoE to the Assessment Quality Partner (AQP).
QCTO awards the SAQA-registered certificate on successful EISA outcome.
Learning Material Stack
Start-to-Exit Moderation Timeline
- 1
Pre-Delivery Setup
Facilitator induction, learner enrolment forms, baseline assessment, PoE folder issue. Alignment matrix stamped.
- 2
Delivery & Formative Moderation
Modular rollout with formative assessments per KM/PM. Internal moderator reviews evidence weekly; feedback loop before summatives.
- 3
Summative & External Moderation
Summative assessments captured, PoE finalised, submitted for external moderation. Certification uploaded to the SETA/QCTO.
Bespoke QMS Build
We author your Quality Management System — policies, procedures, records, matrices — mapped to your accreditation scope. From R18,500.
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External moderation dry-run on your PoE + delivery pack. Written report with fixes before your real audit. From R4,900.
Book Moderation SessionClassroom Transformation Blueprint
Broken Standard
- 📄Photocopied guides with mismatched outcomes
- ❔Missing formative/summative assessments
- ⚠️No SETA alignment matrix — audit fails
- 🎲Facilitators improvise Diesel Fitter delivery
- 🕳️PoE gaps flagged in moderation
i2Graduates Transformation
- ✓3 KM + 3 PM + 2 WM modules mapped to NQF Level 4
- ✓Pre-validated assessment bank per module
- ✓NAMB alignment matrix included
- ✓Facilitator scripts + learner activities per credit
- ✓PoE templates that survive external moderation
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