Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Construction drawings are read and interpreted to indicate aspects of project specifications.
Project specifications are used to determine quantities and quality of work of equipment and materials required for a specific task.
Work area is prepared and set out in accordance with control positions and levels indicated in drawings or instructions received from the supervising plumber.
Hand and power tools and equipment are identified, selected and used in accordance with OHSA and SHEQ requirements.
Existing services and built-in items are identified and protected against damage.
Knowledge and understanding to prepare and plan for the installation of solar water heating systems is demonstrated.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
Pipes and pipe fittings are identified and selected according to purpose and instructions.
Specified dimensions are accurately interpreted from plumber’s instructions according to regulations.
The location, orientation and positioning of solar water heating components are completed as per instructions and procedure.
Solar heating systems are mounted for a variety of roof types.
Inspection of scaffold boards are free of damage and obstruction and the area where the scaffolding is erected is level and free of obstruction is conducted.
Systems selected are appropriate in terms of size, storage tanks and collector choice.
Knowledge and understanding to install solar water heating systems is demonstrated.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
Scheduled maintenance is carried out to prevent a breakdown or failure of any component of the system.
Unscheduled maintenance is carried out to repair a breakdown or failure of any component of the system.
Repairs are conducted in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
Knowledge and understanding to diagnose and repair faults and maintain solar water heating system is demonstrated.
Integrated Assessment:
An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant QCTO Assessment Quality Partner is required for the issuing of this qualification. The external integrated summative assessment will focus on the Exit Level Outcomes and Associated Assessment Criteria.
The external assessment model requires that the external summative assessment be conducted through a combination of a written assessment and practical task at an accredited assessment centre. Thus, the external integrated summative assessment will be conducted through a trade test conducted in terms of Section 26 D of the Skills Development Act and defines in the Trade Test Regulations. It will be conducted through an evaluation of written and practical tasks covering critical aspects of the trade and conducted in a simulated environment at an assessment centre accredited by the QCTO and conducted by an assessor registered by National Artisan Moderation Body. The assessment will take place over a minimum of 2 days.
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