Discretionary Grant Available · MERSETAOpen▾
Manufacturing, Engineering & Related Services SETA · MERSETA
One of the largest artisan grant funders in SA.
- Window:
- Applications close 30 April
- Priority focus:
- Artisan Development · Trade Test · Section 13/28
SAQA Qualification · 117348
Heavy Duty Workshop Assistant
R47 650
(Once-off Institutional License Fee)
Professional Role & Capability Blueprint
- Target Designation
- Certified Heavy Duty Workshop Assistant Practitioner
- Competency Focus
- Master specialised practical applications, safety criteria, and regulatory mandates required of a qualified Heavy Duty Workshop Assistant.
- Academic Weight
- Full national recognition at NQF Level 2 yielding 153 credits upon successful PoE verification.
Strategic Institutional Purpose
- Audit Objective
- Formulated to systematically bridge operational skills deficits under the governing MERSETA 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
Who should enrol? Entry-level workers, school leavers, or career changers who want to gain foundational skills. The Heavy Duty Workshop Assistant welcomes learners from diverse backgrounds, including those with limited formal education but relevant practical experience. The flexible learning approach ensures that everyone can progress at their own pace while achieving the same high standard of competence.
Qualification Rules · Module Matrix
Official SAQA module breakdown parsed from the qualification's registered rules.
Knowledge Modules (KM)
39 crTheory · 4 modules
- 653306-000-01-KM-019 cr
Workplace Fundamentals
NQF Level 2
- 653306-000-01-KM-0214 cr
Foundational Concepts for Mechanics
NQF Level 2
- 653306-000-01-KM-038 cr
Vehicle and Equipment Fundamentals
NQF Level 2
- 653306-000-01-KM-048 cr
Basic Engine Systems
NQF Level 2
Practical Skill Modules (PM)
64 crApplied · 6 modules
- 653306-000-01-PM-016 cr
Work Safely and Respond to Emergencies
NQF Level 2
- 653306-000-01-PM-0226 cr
Use Tools and Equipment
NQF Level 2
- 653306-000-01-PM-035 cr
Cut and Join Metals
NQF Level 2
- 653306-000-01-PM-046 cr
Remove and Install Mechanical Components (gaskets, seals, bearings and locking devices)
NQF Level 2
- 653306-000-01-PM-075 cr
Maintain and Service Vehicles and Vehicle Components
NQF Level 2
- 653306-000-01-PM-0816 cr
Dismantle, Assess and Reassemble Engines and Engine Sub-Assemblies
NQF Level 3
Work Experience Modules (WM)
50 crSite · 3 modules
- 653306-000-01-WM-0116 cr
Routine Scheduled Services
NQF Level 2
- 653306-000-01-WM-0116 cr
Removal and Replacement of Engine Sub-Systems Components, (including batteries)
NQF Level 3
- 653306-000-01-WM-0418 cr
Engine Removal and Installation Processes
NQF Level 3
Official SAQA Curriculum
Source of truth · SAQA ID 117348 · Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology › Manufacturing and Assembly
Purpose▾
A Workshop assistant removes, install and performs services on various heavy-duty vehicle sub-systems and its components (transmission, engines and related mechanical sub-systems). The Occupational Certificate in Heavy Duty Workshop Assistant will equip learners with skills and knowledge to provide workshop assistance, to ensure that vehicles are serviced in a productive, cost-effective and efficient way. A qualified learner will be able to: • Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on diesel vehicles. • Dismantle, inspect, assess, repair and assemble engine and vehicle system components. • Diagnose and repair faults in diesel engine and vehicle systems and their components.
Rationale▾
The automotive maintenance and repair industry provides essential services to users of automotive motor vehicles. The primary users in South Africa are the general public, public entities and commercial organisations owning a variety of vehicle fleets for a variety of purposes. The service extends to vehicles that include trucks, buses, fire engines and other related specialised vehicles such as drill rigs, battlefield equipment used by small, medium and large private and public enterprises to transport goods and passengers. Such vehicles need to function effectively and be well maintained to meet road safety and environmental standards. This qualification trains learners to assist in a variety of skilled tasks as Heavy Duty Workshop Assistant. The latter contributes to the success of the related business for their employers in organisations running fleet services, in maintenance and repair services, and also in dealerships and independent workshops. Once qualified as Heavy Duty Workshop Assistant learners will be able to perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on diesel vehicles and service various heavy-duty vehicle sub-systems and its components (transmission, engines and related mechanical sub-systems).
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 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 with Mathematics.
Exit Level Outcomes▾
- Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on diesel vehicles.
- Dismantle, inspect, assess, repair and assemble engine and vehicle system components.
- Diagnose and repair faults in diesel engine and vehicle systems and their components.
Qualification 117348 · Curriculum Architecture
Occupational Certificate: Heavy Duty Workshop Assistant · NQF Level 2 (153 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 Heavy Duty Workshop Assistant delivery
- 🕳️PoE gaps flagged in moderation
i2Graduates Transformation
- ✓4 KM + 6 PM + 3 WM modules mapped to NQF Level 2
- ✓Pre-validated assessment bank per module
- ✓MERSETA alignment matrix included
- ✓Facilitator scripts + learner activities per credit
- ✓PoE templates that survive external moderation
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