This trade aims to enable trainees to obtain the competencies required to demonstrate knowledge of basic components of an automobile and apply automotive mechanics services tools and equipment.

Study Mode:Full Time

Each programme consists of Unit Standard Titles and modules, recognised by NTA

UNIT STANDARD TITLES
• Apply knowledge of basic mathematical and engineering science related to automotive mechanics
• Apply workplace safety fundamentals in an automotive workshop
• Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace
• Demonstrate basic metal joining techniques used in automotive mechanics
• Demonstrate knowledge on fuels, lubricants and materials
• Perform basic metal work in automotive engineering
• Prepare and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants, adhesives and locking devices
• Use and maintain measuring equipment and hand tools in an automotive workplace
• Demonstrate knowledge of motor vehicle care
• Demonstrate knowledge of motor vehicle fundamentals
• Service wheels and tyres of a motor vehicle in an automotive workshop
• Remove and replace electrical and electronic units
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of electrical fundamentals

GENERIC UNIT STANDARDS
• First Aid
• HIV and AIDS Awareness
• Occupational health and Safety
• Entrepreneurship
• Mathematics
• Engineering Science
• Engineering Drawing
• Computer Fundamentals
• Communication Skills

UNIT STANDARD TITLES
• Carry out motor vehicle major service
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic electrical and electronic circuits an components
• Maintain batteries and lighting system
• Maintain chassis and suspension systems
• Maintain motor vehicle emission control
• Repair steering systems and wheels
• Repair engine cooling systems
• Repair vehicle lubrication systems
• Service hydraulic and electronically controlled motor vehicle braking systems
• Use and maintain diagnostic testing tools and equipment
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of advanced car technologies
• Implement dealership workshop organization

GENERIC UNIT STANDARDS
• Entrepreneurship
• Mathematics
• Engineering Science
• Engineering Drawings

NTA
Level 2
12 months

Job
Attachment
6 months

NTA
Level 3
12 months

NTA
Level 4
12 months