NQF Ref 0246 Version 4 Page 1 of 8 National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Steering, Suspension, and Alignment) with an optional strand in Heavy Commercial Vehicles Level 4 Credits 107 or 159 This qualification is expiring. The last date to meet the requirements is 31 December 2011. Purpose This qualification is designed for those people who are in the automotive steering, suspension and alignment section of the Motor industry. Holders of this certificate will be able to carry out automotive administration, diagnose and rectify faults in vehicle steering and suspension systems, rectify tyre, wheel, and driveline faults. They will also be able to align vehicle bodies and repair damaged axles and be able to weld using the oxyacetylene and MIG systems. They will also have knowledge of the current legislation associated with the trade. Holders of the heavy commercial vehicle optional strand, as well as being credited with the car and light commercial vehicle standards, are able to diagnose and rectify faults in heavy road transport suspension and steering systems and repair vehicle chassis. Replacement Information This qualification, the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Brake Service Engineering) [Ref: 0096], National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Servicing) [Ref: 0138], National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Radiator Repair) [Ref: 0188], National Certificate in Motor Industry (Exhaust Servicing) [Ref: 0372], and the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Tyre Servicing) with optional strands in Light and Heavy Commercial Vehicle Tyres, Agricultural Equipment Tyres, Off-The-Road Equipment Tyres, Industrial Tyres, and Steering and Suspension [Ref: 0373] have been replaced by the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Vehicle Servicing) with strands in Brake and Clutch, Exhaust Systems, Radiator Repair, Steering and Suspension, Tyres, Underbody and General Service, and Vehicle Security, and with an optional strand in Heavy Vehicle Steering and Suspension [Ref: 1420]. Special Notes Many of the listed unit standards have prerequisites which are in the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Entry to Automotive Trades) [Ref: 0017], therefore it is recommended that this certificate be obtained initially or equivalent knowledge and skills are confirmed by the.
NQF Ref 0246 Version 4 Page 2 of 8 It is expected that most people will undertake training towards this qualification in the form of an apprenticeship. Although most training will be carried out on the job through the use of training manuals and record of achievement books, combinations of unit standards or individual unit standards may be offered by accredited polytechnics and private training establishments. Application for recognition of prior learning should be made to the NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation and accredited training providers. Credits are not automatic and normally an assessment of ability is required. Credit Range Compulsory Heavy Commercial Vehicles Optional Strand Level 2 credits 7 - Level 3 credits 59 16 Level 4 credits 41 36 Minimum totals 107 52 Requirements for Award of Qualification Award of NQF Qualifications Credit gained for a standard may be used only once to meet the requirements of this qualification. Unit standards and achievement standards that are equivalent in outcome are mutually exclusive for the purpose of award. The table of mutually exclusive standards is provided in section 7 of the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) Rules and Procedures publications available at http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/ncea/acrp/index.html. Reviewed standards that continue to recognise the same overall outcome are registered as new versions and retain their identification number (ID). Any version of a standard with the same ID may be used to meet qualification requirements that list the ID and/or that specify the past or current classification of the standard. Summary of Requirements Compulsory standards The following strands are optional Heavy Commercial Vehicles Optional Strand Detailed Requirements Compulsory The following standards are required Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Automotive Administration 382 Demonstrate knowledge of payment types, and carry out office procedures in an automotive company
NQF Ref 0246 Version 4 Page 3 of 8 387 Demonstrate knowledge of stock ordering, and maintain 3 6 stock for an automotive business 934 Cost a job for an automotive repair or service 4 3 946 Book in work for an automotive business 4 4 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Automotive Electrical and Electronics 3877 Demonstrate knowledge of protecting vehicle electronics in the motor industry 5463 Explain the operation and repair requirements of automotive electronic control systems 2 2 4 8 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Automotive Sales 385 Sell automotive products Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Automotive Transmission Systems 918 Describe the operation of final drive assemblies on cars and light commercial vehicles 921 Describe driveline components and rectify driveline faults on cars or light commercial vehicles Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Automotive Workshop Engineering 913 Use the oxy-acetylene process for welding and allied uses in the motor industry 924 Clean automotive components and maintain cleaning equipment 2 1 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Chassis and Frame Repair 9075 Identify and repair a damaged beam and live axle on cars and commercial vehicles 4 7 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Panelbeating 5738 Cut metals to predetermined specifications on and off a vehicle 5743 Identify the characteristics, uses, and the effect of heat on metals in the motor industry 2 2 3 3
NQF Ref 0246 Version 4 Page 4 of 8 5745 Use vehicle unibody, chassis alignment equipment, and measuring systems 5771 Use and maintain a metal-arc gas shield (MIG) welding plant in the motor industry 5772 Identify motor vehicle suspension, steering, and brake systems, and the effects of collision 3 7 4 5 4 6 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Tyres 916 Repair punctures and fit tyres to wheels 3 3 9074 Demonstrate knowledge of, and rectify faults in, motor vehicle tyres and wheels 3 7 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Vehicle Bodywork 2629 Demonstrate knowledge of, and work in proximity to, motor vehicle air bag mechanisms 5739 Maintain security in the workplace in the motor and related industries 3 2 2 2 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Vehicle Steering and Suspension 883 Check and adjust vehicle front and rear wheel alignment 884 Overhaul vehicle manual steering boxes and rack assemblies 896 Diagnose and rectify suspension and manual steering faults on cars or light commercial vehicles 901 Diagnose and rectify vehicle power-assisted steering system faults 4 4 4 4 Humanities > Communication Skills > Interpersonal Communications 1312 Give oral instructions in the workplace 3 3 Heavy Commercial Vehicles Optional Strand The following standards are required Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Automotive Transmission Systems 2316 Demonstrate knowledge of heavy vehicle and machine driveline and assembly operation and terminology 3 3
NQF Ref 0246 Version 4 Page 5 of 8 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Chassis and Frame Repair 9076 Repair chassis damage on a light and a heavy commercial vehicle 4 10 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Vehicle Braking Systems 15475 Demonstrate knowledge of foundation (drum) brakes on heavy vehicles and machines, and repair them 15476 Demonstrate knowledge of pneumatic brakes on heavy vehicles and machines 15478 Demonstrate knowledge of hydraulic brakes on heavy vehicles and machines, and repair them 15479 Test and rectify pneumatic brake faults on heavy vehicles, trailers, and machines 15480 Demonstrate knowledge of heavy vehicle and machine disc brakes, and repair them 3 5 4 4 4 6 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry > Vehicle Steering and Suspension 2312 Repair road transport heavy vehicle steering systems 4 4 2315 Describe heavy vehicle suspension systems, analyse suspension failure, and repair components 3398 Overhaul heavy vehicle power steering boxes and power steering pumps 4 8 4 4 Transition Arrangements Version 4 Version 4 was issued to indicate that this qualification is expiring. This qualification, the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Brake Service Engineering) [Ref: 0096], National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Servicing) [Ref: 0138], National Certificate in Motor Industry (Automotive Radiator Repair) [Ref: 0188], National Certificate in Motor Industry (Exhaust Servicing) [Ref: 0372], and the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Tyre Servicing) with optional strands in Light and Heavy Commercial Vehicle Tyres, Agricultural Equipment Tyres, Off-The-Road Equipment Tyres, Industrial Tyres, and Steering and Suspension [Ref: 0373] have been replaced by the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Vehicle Servicing) with strands in Brake and Clutch, Exhaust Systems, Radiator Repair, Steering and Suspension, Tyres, Underbody and General Service, and Vehicle Security, and with an optional strand in Heavy Vehicle Steering and Suspension [Ref: 1420]. For detailed information see Review Summaries on the NZQA website.
NQF Ref 0246 Version 4 Page 6 of 8 Previous versions of the qualification Version 3 was issued in order to extend the period of registration to December 2003, to allow time to implement a full review of the qualification. This qualification contains standards that replace earlier standards. For the purposes of this qualification, people who have gained credit for the expiring standards are exempt from the requirement to gain credit for the replacement standards see table below. Credit for Exempt from 2323 15475, 15478, 15479, 15480 Version 2 was issued to take account of the review of Motor Industry and Communication Skills standards. Standard 2323 expired and was replaced by 15475, 15478, 15479 and 15480 in the Heavy Commercial Vehicles Optional Strand (see table above). This, together with the addition of standard 15476, increased the credit total of the strand from 36 to 52. Other changes in the Compulsory section involved removing two standards and updating the prerequisites. The credit total for the qualification decreased from 111 to 107. NQF Registration Information Process Version Date Last Date for Assessment Registration 1 December 1996 December 2011 Revision 2 February 2001 December 2011 Revision 3 December 2003 December 2011 Review 4 August 2008 December 2011 Standard Setting Body PO Box 10803 WELLINGTON Telephone 0800 88 21 21 Facsimile 04 494 0006 Email info@mito.org.nz Other standard setting bodies whose standards are included in the qualification NZQA Certification The certificate will display the logos of NZQA, the and the accredited organisation.
NQF Ref 0246 Version 4 Page 7 of 8 Classification This qualification is classified according to the NQF classification system and the New Zealand Standard Classification of Education (NZSCED) system as specified below. NQF Classification NZSCED Code Description Code Description 257 Engineering and Technology > Motor Industry 0305 Engineering and Related Technologies > Automotive Engineering and Technology Quality Management Systems Providers and Industry Training Organisations must be accredited by a recognised Quality Assurance Body before they can register credits from assessment against standards. Accredited providers and Industry Training Organisations assessing against standards must engage with the moderation system that applies to those standards. Accreditation requirements and the moderation system are outlined in the associated Accreditation and Moderation Action Plan (AMAP) for each standard.
NQF Ref 0246 Version 4 Page 8 of 8 Prerequisite Diagram Level 1 64 Driver Licence 230 5739 Level 2 232 238 237 382 913 916 883 8187 5745 15476 Level 3 5743 5463 9076 15479 896 2312 Level 4 5771 901 2315 Key : Standards/prerequisites not part of this