Motorcycle Mechanic

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Motorcycle Mechanic. A Motorcycle Mechanic maintains, tests and repairs the mechanical parts of motorcycles, including scooters. A qualified learner will be able to: • Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on motorcycles and scooters. • Dismantle, inspect, assess, repair and assemble motorcycle and scooter engines and related system components. • Diagnose and repair faults in motorcycle and scooter engines and related system components.

Motorcycles, scooters and quad bikes (also known as four-wheeler, all-terrain vehicles or ATVs) are used by private individuals, motor sport (on and off road), agriculture, forestry, private sector businesses, state entities and government departments for a variety of purposes. Users require that these, often high performance, machines are well-maintained and conform to original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) standards and specifications. South Africa is currently experiencing growth in the number of motorcycles, scooters and quad bikes and therefore there is a considerable need to have qualified mechanics to service and repair such vehicles. There is no national strategy related to the use of such vehicles but, because of their characteristics (speed, fuel efficiency, mobility and light footprint) these machines do contribute to other strategies, e.g. safety, security, emergency response, law enforcement, defence, protection for VIPs travelling in convoys and related activities. OEMs and their local distributors as well as corporate vehicle companies mostly sell the machines with warranties and maintenance plans. They therefore require the services of such mechanics to deal with this service to customers. This qualification also focuses on the technical demands of current machines and requires learners in acquiring fit-for-purpose knowledge, skills and attitudes. Learners entering this qualification will typically be school or TVET College leavers. Qualified mechanics will be able to find employment with OEMs, with organisations running fleets of motorcycles and scooters such as local government and the defence force, and with providers of maintenance and repair services including dealerships and independent workshops. They would also be able to set up their own small businesses. A qualified learner will be recognised as a skilled artisan. This qualification will also enable qualifying learners to keep abreast of on-going technological developments in motorcycle and scooter maintenance and provide a basis for further career development.

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: • NQF Level 1 with a pass in Mathematics.

• Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on motorcycles and scooters.
• Dismantle, inspect, assess, repair and assemble motorcycle and scooter system components.
• Diagnose and repair faults in motorcycle and scooter systems and their components.