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Qualification ID: 57881: National Certificate: Welding

Table of Contents

Table of Contents...............................................................................................................1

A. Key Elements and Outline...........................................................................................32.1.1 Learning Unit 1: Literacy & Numeracy.......................................................................6

Module: Literacy........................................................................................................................6

Module: Numeracy....................................................................................................................6

2.1.2 Learning Unit 2: Working within the Welding Industry..............................................6

Module: Occupational Health & Safety.....................................................................................7

Module: Worksite Practices.......................................................................................................7

Module: Welding Basics.............................................................................................................7

2.1.3 Learning Unit 3: Materials and Tools.........................................................................8

Module: Materials.....................................................................................................................8

Module: Tools............................................................................................................................8

2.1.4 Learning Unit 4: Processes.........................................................................................9

Module: Brazing & Cutting.........................................................................................................9

Module: Welding.......................................................................................................................9

B. Notional Hours Matrix...............................................................................................10

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C. Unit Standard to Programme Documents Alignment.................................................11Learning Unit 1: Literacy & Numeracy.............................................................................................11

Learning Unit 2: Working within the Welding Industry...................................................................20

Learning Unit 3: Materials and Tools...............................................................................................26

Learning Unit 4: Processes...............................................................................................................31



A. Key Elements and Outline Key Elements and Outline of the National Certificate: Construction Level 2 Qualification as NQF Aligned Learning Programme: Name of Programme 57881: National Certificate: Welding Application and PracticePurpose of Programme

To provide learners with the standards and the range of learning required to work effectively in the welding industry and to meet the challenges of such an environment

Duration of Programme

1 year

NQF Level 2 (Two)Exit Level Outcomes and related Assessment Criteria

On completion of this qualification learners will be able to:

1. Use and apply mechanical and welding technology, techniques, processes and skills, as applied in the fabrication and welding industry, using appropriate tools and measuring equipment. Mechanical and welding technology concepts, techniques and

processes are explained and applied within a fabrication and welding context.

Tools, measuring equipment and engineering materials are used and applied in accordance with performance standards.

Occupational health, safety and environmental legislation, including safety practices and procedures, are applied to the fabrication and welding industry in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Welding machinery, tools and equipment, are cleaned and stored according to standard operating procedures.

2. Use and apply a variety of fillet welding, oxy-fuel cutting and oxy-fuel joining processes. Fillet welding technique is applied in the downhand position and

tested in accordance with performance standards. Welding processes are applied in accordance with performance

standards. > Range: Welding processes include Shielded metal arc welding; gas metal arc welding; gas tungsten arc welding; cored-wire welding; gas-welding.

Oxy-fuel joining and cutting processes are applied in accordance with performance standards. > Range: Oxy-fuel joining and cutting processes include gas-brazing and gas-cutting of plate and structures.

Specific safety practices and procedures are applied relevant to the fabrication and welding industry.

Welding machinery, tools and equipment, are cleaned and stored according to standard operating procedures.

Work-pieces are assessed in accordance with performance qualification standards.

3. Demonstrate knowledge of the welding industry and its productivity requirements, by applying appropriate work-procedures.



Communication processes and terminology are explained and demonstrated within the context of the welding industry.

Productivity requirements are explained within the context of the welding industry.

Problems are identified in a timely manner, reported and discussed and the agreed corrective action is implemented.

Information is interpreted to implement work instructions. Specific safety practices and procedures are applied relevant to

the fabrication and welding industry.

4. Communicate effectively in order to achieve personal, business and organizational objectives. Range: Reading and interpreting work instructions, documents and drawings; maintaining effective relationships; exploring options for further learning. Communication skills are demonstrated in various work-related

situations. Relationships with peers are maintained to promote effective

communication within the workplace. Concise reports are produced for record keeping purposes. Learning opportunities are identified and discussed in order to

produce a learning plan.

Target Group / Occupational link

For new entrants, this qualification focuses on developing skills and knowledge necessary to begin a career in welding.

Learning assumed to be in place

Language Competencies at a NQF Level 1Mathematical Literacy Competencies at a NQF Level 1

Recognition of Prior Learning

The qualification may be obtained through the process if Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Learning Materials The programme pack consists out of the following documents:1. Alignment Strategy2. Learner Orientation Guide3. Learner Guides4. Resource Guides5. Portfolio Guides6. Mentor Guide7. Workplace Guide8. Facilitator Guide9. FA Model Answer Guide10. Assessment Guides11. Assessment Toolkit12. Coaching Sheet13. FSA Questionnaire14. FSA Model Answers15. FSA Recording Tools16. Overall Qualification Judgement

Links of the programmeto registered unit standards, skills programmes, or

This Qualification articulates horizontally with the following Qualifications: National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering (Generic + various streams)(NQF L2)

Vertical articulation is possible with the following Qualifications:



qualifications National Certificate: Welding Application and Practice NQF L3)

This qualification replaces:24214 National Certificate: Welding Application and Practice NQF Level 2

Credit Value A minimum of15 credits is required to complete the Qualification. In this Qualification the credits are allocated as follows:

Fundamental: 36 credits. Core: 106 credits. Electives: 16 credits

Based on the qualification description and requirements, this Qualification will be divided into 4 main Learning Units with modular sub-divisions, based on the exit level outcomes and related assessment criteria:


57881Welding

Literacy &

Numeracy

Literacy

Numeracy

Working within the Welding Industry

Occupational Health & Safety

Worksite Practices

Welding Basics

Materials & Tools

Materials

Tools

Assembling

Processes

Brazing & Cutting

Welding


2.1.1 Learning Unit 1: Literacy & Numeracy

This Learning Unit has two (2) sections to it:

Literacy Numeracy

Module: Literacy

ELO US Type ID US Title Level Credits4 Fundamental 119463 Access and Use Information

from Texts 2 5

Fundamental 119454 Maintain and Adapt oral Communication 2 5

Fundamental 119460Use language and Communication in Occupational Learning Programmes

2 5

Fundamental 119456 Write for a defined context 2 5TOTAL CREDIT VALUE 20

Module: Numeracy

ELO US Type ID US Title Level Credits

Fundamental 7480Demonstrate understanding of rational and irrational numbers and number systems

2 3

Fundamental 12444

Measure, estimate and calculate physical quantities and explore, describe and represent geometrical relationships in 2-dimensions in different life or workplace contexts

2 3

Fundamental 7469

Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal and community life

2 2

Fundamental 9009

Apply basic knowledge of statistics and probability to influence the use of data and procedures in order to investigate life related problems

2 3

Fundamental 9007Work with a range of patterns and functions and solve problems

2 5

TOTAL CREDIT VALUE 16

2.1.2 Learning Unit 2: Working within the Welding Industry



This Learning Unit has three (3) sections to it:

Occupational Health & Safety Worksite Practices Welding Basics

Module: Occupational Health & Safety


Elective 13222Deal with safety, health and environmental emergencies in the workplace

2 4

Elective 12483 Perform basic first aid 2 4


Module: Worksite Practices

ELO US Type ID US Title Level CreditsCore 14683 Apply work site practices 2 5

Elective 9672 Erect and dismantle scaffolding 2 5

3 & 4 Core 14722

Describe the welding industry's composition, it's productivity requirements and communication techniques

2 5


Module: Welding Basics


4 Core 14713 Use welding definitions and symbols 2 5




2.1.3 Learning Unit 3: Materials and Tools

This Learning Unit has three (3) sections to it:

Materials Tools Assembling

Module: Materials

ELO US Type ID US Title Level Credits4

Core 14712 Identify and select material to specification 2 5


Module: Tools


1

Core 119744 Select, use and care for engineering hand tools 2 8

Core 12476Select, use and care for engineering measuring equipment

2 4

Core 12219 Select, use and care for engineering power tools 2 6


Module: Assembling


Elective 243061Assemble work pieces in jigs (minor amendments include the use of manipulators)

2 3




2.1.4 Learning Unit 4: Processes

This Learning Unit has two (2) sections to it:

Brazing and Cutting Welding

Module: Brazing & Cutting

ELO US Type ID US Title Level Credits2 Core 243069 Braze metals using the oxy-fuel

brazing process 2 6

Core 243067Cut materials using the oxy-fuel gas cutting process (manual cutting)

2 6


Module: Welding

ELO US Type ID US Title Level Credits1

Core 243076

Weld carbon steel work pieces using the cored-wire welding process in the downhand position

2 8

Core 243063

Weld carbon steel work pieces using the shielded metal arc welding process in the down-hand position

2 15

Core 243066

Weld carbon steel work pieces using the gas metal arc welding process in the downhand position

2 8

Core 243072Weld work pieces using the oxy-acetylene gas welding process in the downhand position

2 10

Core 243068

Weld carbon steel work pieces using the gas tungsten arc welding process in the downhand position

3 15




B. Notional Hours Matrix

The roll out strategy below indicates the relationship between theory, practical, workplace and FSA component:

Learning Unit

Credits Notional Hours

Days Contact Session30%

Experiential Learning

70%

FSA TOTAL

Theory Practical WPE Ass Prep

1 36 360 60 6 12 38 4 602 23 230 38 4 8 23 3 383 31 310 52 5½ 10 33 3½ 524 68 680 113 12 22 70 9 113TOTALS 158 1580 263 27½ 52 164 19½ 263

Overview – Provision / Facilitation

This programme will be presented using a number of different facilitation techniques, including:

Classroom based facilitation Self-Study Mentor Discussions Coaching Workplace Learning / Experience

During the different facilitation methods, learners will be required to complete a variety of activities pertaining to what they are learning.

Overview – Learner Support

Provider SupportThe training provider will provide support through contact with the facilitator. Should any additional assistance be required this can be arranged.

Workplace SupportThe workplace Provider will arrange both a mentor and a coach to oversee the learner and offer extra assistance where required

Overview – Learner Duties / Learning

The Learner is responsible for their own learning. This will require the learner to attend all facilitation sessions, working experience, mentor and coaching sessions.The learner is also responsible for the completion of ALL activities, whether covered in the classroom or not.



C. Unit Standard to Programme Documents Alignment

Learning Unit 1: Literacy & Numeracy

No Unit Standard Title Specific Outcomes Where covered (Provision Documents)

Facilitation and Activities

119

463

(rep

lace

d 89

63)

Acce

ss a

nd U

se In

form

ation

from

Tex

ts

1.Use a range of reading and/or viewing strategies to make meaning of texts

2. Identify the main ideas in different text types3.Read/view and respond to texts for a variety of

purposes4. Identify and discuss how language structures and

features may influence a reader/audience

Learner Guide 1.1

Credits 5Notional Hours 50Days 8Contact Session30% 2½Experiential Learning (WPE & AssPrep) - 70%

5½

Formative Activities:

Individual, Pair & Group, Mentored Discussion, Self Reflection & Assessment.

Individual Activities: 1 - 4Group Activities: 2, 5 - 9Self Assessment: 1.1




Facilitation and Activities11

9454

(rep

lace

d 89

62)

Mai

ntai

n an

d Ad

apt o

ral /

signe

d Co

mm

unic

ation

1. Use a variety of speaking and listening/signing strategies to maintain communication.

2.Adapt speech/signing to accommodate socio-cultural sensitivities without losing own intention.

3.Use knowledge of language structures and conventions to shape or decode meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary or constructions.

4.Organise and present information in a focused and coherent manner

5. Identify and explain how speakers/signers influence audiences.

Learner Guide 1.1


5½



Individual Activities: 1 - 3Group Activities: 1 – 6 & 8Self Assessment: 1.1





9460

(rep

lace

d 89

67)

Use

lang

uage

and

Com

mun

icati

on in

Occ

upati

onal

Lea

rnin

g Pr

ogra

mm

es

1. Find and use available learning resources2. Use learning strategies3. Manage occupational learning materials.4. Plan and gather relevant information for a given

context and purpose5. Function in a team6. Reflect on how characteristics of the workplace

and occupational context affect learning

Learner Guide 1.1


5½



Individual Activities: 1 - 4Group Activities: 1 & 2, 5 - 9Self Assessment: 1.1





9456

(rep

lace

d 89

64)

Writ

e/pr

esen

t for

a d

efine

d co

ntex

t

1. Write/sign for a specific audience, purpose and context

2. Use grammatical structures and writing/signing conventions to produce coherent and cohesive texts for specific contexts

3. Adapt language to suit context4. Draft and edit own writing/signing

Learner Guide 1.1


5½



Individual Activities: 1 – 3 & 5Group Activities: 3 & 7Self Assessment: 1.1





80

Dem

onst

rate

und

erst

andi

ng o

f rati

onal

and

irra

tiona

l nu

mbe

rs a

nd n

umbe

r sys

tem

s

1. Use and analyse computational tools and strategies, and make estimates and approximations

2. Demonstrate understanding of numbers and relationships among numbers and number systems

Learner Guide 1.2


3½



Individual Activities: 6Group Activities:Self Assessment: 1.2





444

Mea

sure

, esti

mat

e an

d ca

lcul

ate

phys

ical

qua

ntitie

s an

d ex

plor

e, d

escr

ibe

and

repr

esen

t geo

met

rical

re

latio

nshi

ps in

2-d

imen

sions

in d

iffer

ent l

ife o

r w

orkp

lace

con

text

s

1. Estimate, measure and calculate physical quantities to solve problems in practical situations

2. Explore transformations of two-dimensional geometric figures

Learner Guide 1.2


3½



Individual Activities: 7Group Activities:Self Assessment: 1.2





69

Use

mat

hem

atics

to in

vesti

gate

and

mon

itor t

he

finan

cial

asp

ects

of p

erso

nal a

nd c

omm

unity

life

1. Use mathematics to plan and control personal and/or household budgets and income and expenditure

2. Use simple and compound interest to make sense of and define a variety of situations

Learner Guide 1.2

Credits 2Notional Hours 20Days 3½Contact Session30% 1Experiential Learning (WPE & AssPrep) - 70%

2½



Individual Activities: 8 & 9Group Activities:Self Assessment: 1.2 tails





09

Appl

y ba

sic k

now

ledg

e of

stati

stics

and

pro

babi

lity

to

influ

ence

the

use

of d

ata

and

proc

edur

es in

ord

er to

in

vesti

gate

life

rela

ted

prob

lem

s

1. Apply various techniques to organise and represent data in order to model situations

2. Give opinions on the implications of the modelled data for the required purpose

Learner Guide 1.2


3½



Individual Activities: 10Group Activities: 11Self Assessment: 1.2





07

Wor

k w

ith a

rang

e of

patt

erns

and

func

tions

and

solv

e pr

oble

ms

1. Convert flexibly between and within various representations of functions

2. Compare, analyse and describe the behaviour of patterns and functions

3. Represent situations mathematically in order to interpret and solve problems

Learner Guide 1.2


5½



Individual Activities: 10Group Activities: 11Self Assessment: 1.2



Learning Unit 2: Working within the Welding IndustryExit Level Outcome: 3. Demonstrate knowledge of the welding industry and its productivity requirements, by applying appropriate work-

procedures. 4. Communicate effectively in order to achieve personal, business and organizational objectives. Range: Reading and interpreting work instructions, documents and drawings; maintaining effective relationships; exploring options for further learning.



1322

2

Deal

with

safe

ty, h

ealth

and

env

ironm

enta

l em

erge

ncie

s in

the

wor

kpla

ce

1. Discuss and explain procedures for dealing with safety, health and environmental emergencies.

2. Identify the nature of an incident and the relevant emergency procedure.

3. Follow emergency procedures.4. Record and report incidents.

Learner Guide 2.1


4



Individual Activities 1& 2Group Activities 1 & 2Self Assessment 2.1



Exit Level Outcome: 3. Demonstrate knowledge of the welding industry and its productivity requirements, by applying appropriate work-procedures. 4. Communicate effectively in order to achieve personal, business and organizational objectives. Range: Reading and interpreting work instructions, documents and drawings; maintaining effective relationships; exploring options for further learning.



12483

Perf

orm

bas

ic fi

rst a

id1. Explain and discuss basic first aid concepts2. Determine the nature of the injury/medical

emergency, the context of the injury and basic first aid.

3. Apply basic first aid.4. Hand over the injured/ill person to medical

personnel.5. Complete first aid report.

Learner Guide 2.1


4½



Individual Activities 3Group Activities3Self Assessment 2.1






14683

Appl

y w

ork

site

prac

tices

1. Establish the principles of personal and job safety on the worksite.

2. Demonstrate safe working practices on the worksite3. Adhere and conform to store procedures and

material handling

Learner Guide 2.2


5½



Individual Activities 1 & 4Group Activities 1, 2, 3 & 4Self Assessment 2.2






9672

Erec

t and

dism

antle

scaff

oldi

ng

1. Prepare and plan for scaffold erection and dismantling.

2. Identify and select.3. Erect scaffolding.4. Dismantle scaffolding.

Learner Guide 2.2


5½



Individual Activities 6Group Activities 8 & 9Self Assessment 2.2






14722

Desc

ribe

the

wel

ding

indu

stry

's co

mpo

sition

, it's

pr

oduc

tivity

requ

irem

ents

and

com

mun

icati

on

tech

niqu

es1. Identify and interpret organisational structures,

and personal functions within the company or business.

2. Apply and adhere to communication procedues within the company or business.

3. Interpret and apply legislative requirements within the company or business.

4. Apply small business skills within my work environment

5. Adhere and apply security procedures.6. Apply administrative procedures related to the

company and or business.

Learner Guide 2.2


5½



Individual Activities 1 & 5Group Activities 1, 5, 6 & 7Self Assessment 2.2






14713

Use

wel

ding

defi

nitio

ns a

nd sy

mbo

ls1. Know the basics of welded joints and their

terminology.2. Identify and apply welding symbols used by industry.3. Sketch and describe welding symbols used in the

industry.

Learner Guide 2.3


5½



Individual Activities 7Group Activities 10Self Assessment 2.3



Learning Unit 3: Materials and Tools

Exit Level Outcome: 1. Use and apply mechanical and welding technology, techniques, processes and skills, as applied in the fabrication and welding industry, using appropriate tools and measuring equipment.3. Demonstrate knowledge of the welding industry and its productivity requirements, by applying appropriate work-procedures.



1471

2

Iden

tify

and

sele

ct m

ater

ial t

o sp

ecifi

catio

n

1. Plan the identification process to identify materials to specification.

2. Identify materials to specification.3. Care and storage of tools and equipment

Learner Guide 3.1


5½



Individual Activities 1-3Group Activities 1-2Self Assessment 3.1






119744

Sele

ct, u

se a

nd c

are

for e

ngin

eerin

g ha

nd to

ols

1. Select and use Engineering hand tools.2. Care for and maintain engineering hand tools.3. Work safely with due care for self, fellow workers,

equipment, materials and the environment

Learner Guide 3.2

Credits 8Notional Hours 80Days 10Contact Session30% 4Experiential Learning (WPE & AssPrep) - 70%

9



Individual Activities 1-3Group Activities 1Self Assessment 3.2






12476

Sele

ct, u

se a

nd c

are

for e

ngin

eerin

g m

easu

ring

equi

pmen

t1. Explain and discuss basic units of measure and

symbols.2. Select and use engineering measuring equipment.3. Care for and maintain measuring equipment.4. Recognise and report problems, changes and/or

malfunctions while working.5. Work safely with due care for self, fellow workers,

equipment, materials and the environment

Leaner Guide 3.2


4½



Group Activities 2Self Assessment 3.2






12219

Sele

ct, u

se a

nd c

are

for e

ngin

eerin

g po

wer

tool

s1. Select and use engineering power tools.2. Care for and maintain engineering power tools3. Check on power supply connections to equipment.4. Recognise and report problems, changes and/or

malfunctions while working.5. Work safely with due care for self, fellow workers,

machines, equipment, materials and the environment.

Learner Guide 3.2


7



Individual Activities 4Self Assessment 3.2






243061

Asse

mbl

e w

ork

piec

es in

jigs

(min

or a

men

dmen

ts

incl

ude

the

use

of m

anip

ulat

ors)

1. Follow the assembling procedure of jigging work pieces prior to welding.

2. Identify and select components and jigs.3. Assemble components.4. Inspect assembled work piece.

Learner Guide 3.3


3½



Individual Activities 1Group Activities 1Self Assessment 3.3



Learning Unit 4: ProcessesExit Level Outcome: 1. Use and apply mechanical and welding technology, techniques, processes and skills, as applied in the fabrication

and welding industry, using appropriate tools and measuring equipment. 2. Use and apply a variety of fillet welding, oxy-fuel cutting and oxy-fuel joining processes.



2430

69

Braz

e m

etal

s usin

g th

e ox

y-fu

el b

razin

g pr

oces

s

1. Describe the oxy-fuel brazing process.2. Prepare workpiece prior to brazing3. Prepare workpieces prior to brazing4. Braze workpiece5. Inspect Brazed workpiece

Learner Guide 4.1


7



Group Activities 1Self Assessment 1



Exit Level Outcome: 1. Use and apply mechanical and welding technology, techniques, processes and skills, as applied in the fabrication and welding industry, using appropriate tools and measuring equipment. 2. Use and apply a variety of fillet welding, oxy-fuel cutting and oxy-fuel joining processes.



243067

Cut m

ater

ials

usin

g th

e ox

y-fu

el g

as c

utting

pro

cess

(m

anua

l cutti

ng)

1. Describe the oxy-fuel cutting process.2. Prepare for the oxy-fuel cutting operation.3. Cut material4. Care and storage of cutting equipment, tools, and

materials.

Learner Guide 4.1


7









243072

Wel

d w

orkp

iece

s usin

g th

e ox

y-ac

etyl

ene

gas w

eldi

ng

proc

ess i

n th

e do

wnh

and

positi

on

1. Describe and explain the oxy-acetylene gas welding process.

2. Select, assemble and conduct pre-operational checks of oxy-acetylene gas welding equipment.

3. Prepare workpieces prior to welding.4. Weld metals with oxy-acetylene gas welding process.5. Inspect welded workpiece for defects.6. Care for and store welding consumables and

equipment.

Learner Guide 4.2


11½









243076

Wel

d ca

rbon

stee

l wor

kpie

ces u

sing

the

core

d-w

ire

wel

ding

pro

cess

in th

e do

wnh

and

positi

on

1. Describe the cored-wire welding process.2. Select, set up and conduct pre-operational checks of

cored-wire welding equipment.3. Prepare workpieces prior to welding.4. Weld workpieces.5. Inspect welded workpiece for defects.6. Care for and store welding consumables and

equipment.

Learner Guide 4.3


9









243063

Wel

d ca

rbon

stee

l wor

kpie

ces u

sing

the

shie

lded

m

etal

arc

wel

ding

pro

cess

in th

e do

wn-

hand

po

sition1. Describe the shielded metal arc welding process.2. Select, set up and conduct pre-operational checks

of shielded metal arc welding equipment.3. Prepare workpieces prior to welding.4. Weld workpieces.5. Inspect welded workpiece for defects in

compliance with drawing specifications.6. Care for and store welding consumables and

equipment. Learner Guide 4.3


17½









243066

Wel

d ca

rbon

stee

l wor

kpie

ces u

sing

the

gas m

etal

ar

c w

eldi

ng p

roce

ss in

the

dow

nhan

d po

sition

1. Describe the gas metal arc welding process and related equipment.

2. Select, assemble and conduct pre-operational checks of gas metal arc welding equipment.

3. Prepare workpieces prior to welding.4. Weld workpieces.5. Inspect welded workpiece for defects.6. Care for and store welding consumables and



9









243068

Wel

d ca

rbon

stee

l wor

kpie

ces u

sing

the

gas

tung

sten

arc

wel

ding

pro

cess

in th

e do

wnh

and

positi

on1. Describe and explain the gas tungsten arc welding

process.2. Select, assemble and conduct pre-operational

checks of gas tungsten arc welding equipment.3. Prepare workpieces prior to welding.4. Weld workpieces.5. Inspect welded workpiece for defects.6. Care for and store welding consumables and



17½



