SayPro Buy Diesel Mechanic 97592 Occupational Certificate: Diesel Mechanic NQF Level 04 Credits 540

Description

SAQA Qualification ID 97592 Occupational Certificate: Diesel Mechanic NQF Level 04 Credits 540 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
This qualification aims to equip a learner with the knowledge and skill to operate as a professional Diesel Mechanic. A qualified learner will be able to:

Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on diesel vehicles.
Dismantle, inspect, assess, repair and assemble diesel engine and vehicle system components.
Diagnose and repair faults in diesel engine and vehicle systems and their components.

Rationale:
The Occupational Certificate in Diesel Mechanic is designed to equip learners with skills and knowledge to operate vehicles in a productive, cost-effective and in efficient way. These vehicles include trucks, buses, fire engines and other related specialised vehicles such as drill rigs, and 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. Learners will be trained to perform a variety of skilled tasks as Diesel Mechanics who contribute to the success of the related business of their employers in organisations running fleet services, in maintenance and repair services, and also in dealerships and independent workshops.