Engine Management and Fuel Injection Systems Assistant

The purpose of this part qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as an Engine Management and Fuel Injection Systems Assistant. Learners will be able to remove and install components of diesel and petrol fuel injection, engine management, induction and exhaust systems.

The Diesel Fuel Injection Mechanic Qualification is currently a registered trade. The qualification is being developed using the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) model. However, formations within the industry like the South African Diesel Fuel Injection Association (SADFIA), the Retail Motor Industries Organisation (RMI), the Automobile Association (AA) as well as other industry stakeholders such as Robert Bosch South Africa and the Midas Group (now known as African Automotive Aftermarket Solutions), concurred that technological advancements in the industry meant that the qualification under review had to be reconceptualised. Hence, the new title Engine Management and Fuel Systems Technician. The intention with this qualification is that it will broaden the scope of the Diesel Fuel Injection Mechanic Qualification to include petrol and diesel fuel systems, their respective engine management systems and the increased level of diagnostics and repair work involved. Typical learners would be those already working in the industry but have no qualifications and those practising either as automotive mechanics and auto-electricians who wish to advance their competencies especially in vehicle diagnostics. Other learners would be those who have been working with fuel and engine management systems but who also have no qualification. School leavers with an Level 4 qualification and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) college graduates may also acquire this qualification to be able to work in the vehicle after-market sector. Learners who complete this qualification can pursue a career in the automotive industry particularly in a related specialised sector such as engine management and fuel system technologies which have global impact. Through such specialisation the learner can ensure an extended future career development path. As far as benefits to the learner are concerned, they will receive a high standard of training in engine management and fuel systems, that is comparable with international standards. Employers in the automotive industry will benefit because they will enjoy access to appropriately qualified artisans who will be able to diagnose faults in technologically sophisticated vehicles, produce high-quality work, reduce downtime and loss in productivity. They will also have access to suitably qualified Engine Management and Fuel Systems Repair Shop Assistant. By creating career pathways in the sector, employees will be able to progress from automotive mechanics or automotive electricians or general workshop workers to being qualified artisans. The part qualifications in this qualification will create employment opportunities for those not currently working in the industry.

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: Level 1 qualification with Mathematics.

1. Remove and install components of fuel injection, engine management, induction, exhaust and emissions systems.