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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Design pneumatic supply and conditioning systems 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
244696  Design pneumatic supply and conditioning systems 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Manufacturing and Assembly Processes 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology Manufacturing and Assembly 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  9 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The skills, values and knowledge reflected in this unit standard are required by people in the field of Fluid Power Engineering who are required to design and install pneumatic systems. The learning outcomes in this unit standard contribute to the exit level outcomes required for a NQF Level 4 Qualification.

Persons credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of airflow and air condition.
  • Identify air line system requirements.
  • Specify the piping and air service units.
  • Design the basic layout of the system. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    The credit calculation is based on the assumption that a person is already competent in terms of the following outcomes when starting to learn towards this unit standard:
  • Communication at NQF Level 3.
  • Mathematical literacy at NQF Level 3.
  • Identify engineering materials, their characteristics and applications and common metal tests used in engineering at NQF Level 2.
  • Install, test and maintain a basic pneumatic system at NQF Level 3.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings at NQF Level 2.
  • Install and route hydraulic and pneumatic pipes at NQF Level 3. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    The following scope and context applies to the whole unit standard:
  • This unit standard covers the designing or redesigning of a factory/workshop in which compressed air will be used.
  • From compressor to point of use. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate knowledge of airflow and air condition. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The principle of pressure drop is explained in relation to flow through piping, equipment and connections. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The various phases of water are explained in relation to an air line system. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The effects of corrosion on materials are explained in relation to air flow and condition. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Lubrication type and applicability is explained in relation to the required application, pipe length and diameter. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Lube and non-lube systems.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Air quality classification is explained in terms of ISO 8573. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The effect of pressure regulation is explained in relation to system efficiency. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    The consequences of not adhering to the safety, health and environmental criteria are explained in terms of risk and liability. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Identify air line system requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    System output requirements are confirmed with the client. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Applications at each point of use, air flow, air condition and dew point.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The workplace layout and airflow is analysed to determine the requirements of the system. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Airflow and pressure, factory layout, environmental humidity, temperature and aggressiveness.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Workplace conditions are analysed in terms of suitability for safety, health and environmental requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Differences in the quality of air are explained in relation to manufacturer specifications. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Specify the piping and air service units. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The type, size and routing of the main supply lines and take off points specified comply with installation requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The fittings and in-line safety equipment specified are suitable to the requirements of the system. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Pressure, filtration and lubrication for each application are specified in accordance with air consumer usage requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Methods of achieving and maintaining the required dew point are explained in terms of moisture removal. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Moisture removal includes use of chilling plants and desiccant filters.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Design the basic layout of the system. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    A circuit diagram and parts list is compiled in accordance with the design. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The designed layout is described in a clear and unambiguous manner. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Pipe size and routing; fittings, drain points, safety and air service unit descriptions.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The design takes into consideration the current installations available in the workplace. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The design takes financial constraints into consideration and provides various cost alternatives. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Air regulators are specified in accordance with pressure requirements of specific applications. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA by SAQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines and the agreed ETQA procedures. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Essential embedded knowledge will be assessed through assessment of the specific outcomes in terms of the stipulated assessment criteria. Candidates are unlikely to achieve all the specific outcomes, to the standards described in the assessment criteria, without knowledge of the listed embedded knowledge. This means that for the most part, the possession or lack of the knowledge can be directly inferred from the quality of the candidate's performance. Where direct assessment of knowledge is required, assessment criteria have been included in the body of the unit standard.

    The following embedded knowledge is addressed in an integrated way in the unit standard:
  • Methods of conducting research.
  • The effect of pipe sizes and fittings on pressure drop and flow.
  • The effect and behaviour of water in a pneumatic system.
  • Contamination and filtration of a pneumatic system.
  • Lubrication of a pneumatic system.
  • The effect of pressure regulation on air consumption. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems and make decisions using critical and creative thinking.

    Note: The ability of the candidate to provide a solution to customer requirements. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as members of a team, group, organisation or community.

    Note: The ability of the candidate to work as a member of a team. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage themselves and their activities responsibly and effectively.

    Note: The ability of the candidate to work to a plan. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.

    Note: The ability of the candidate to specify and select appropriate equipment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentations.

    Note: The ability of the candidate to communicate specifications to the client. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.

    Note: The ability of the candidate to use fluid mechanic principles in selecting appropriate equipment. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.

    Note: The ability of the candidate to design a system applicable to a given situation. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Terminology:
  • Point of use: Implies that air is drawn from the main supply, is conditioned and is ready for use.

    Notes To Assessors:

    Assessors should keep the following principles in mind when designing and conducting assessments against this unit standard:
  • Focus the assessment activities on gathering evidence in terms of the main outcome expressed in the title to ensure assessment is integrated rather than fragmented. Remember we want to declare the person competent in terms of the title. Where assessment at title level is unmanageable, then focus assessment around each specific outcome, or groups of specific outcomes.
  • Make sure evidence is gathered across the entire range, wherever it applies. Assessment activities should be as close to the real performance as possible, and where simulations or role-plays are used, there should be supporting evidence to show the candidate is able to perform in the real situation.
  • Do not focus the assessment activities on each assessment criterion. Rather make sure the assessment activities focus on outcomes and are sufficient to enable evidence to be gathered around all the assessment criteria.
  • The assessment criteria provide the specifications against which assessment judgements should be made. In most cases, knowledge can be inferred from the quality of the performances, but in other cases, knowledge and understanding will have to be tested through questioning techniques. Where this is required, there will be assessment criteria to specify the standard required.
  • The task of the assessor is to gather sufficient evidence, of the prescribed type and quality, as specified in this unit standard, that the candidate can achieve the outcomes again and again and again. This means assessors will have to judge how many repeat performances are required before they believe the performance is reproducible.
  • All assessments should be conducted in line with the following well documented principles of assessment: appropriateness, fairness, manageability, integration into work or learning, validity, direct, authentic, sufficient, systematic, open and consistent. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  58880   Further Education and Training Certificate: Fluid Power  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  MERSETA 


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