TRADE: TRACTOR MECHANIC
Name of Apprentice: ……………………………………………………..ID #: …………………………………………Signature: …………………………………
Name of Employer: ………………………………………………….……Physical Address: …………………………………….……………………………………………
MODULE / CODE / OBJECTIVES / Assist only / Need supervision / Independent WorkApp / Emp / Date / App / Emp / Date / App / Emp / Date
INDUCTION / ID1 / Recall applicable sections of the Manpower Training (Act No 56, 1981), with special reference to discipline and legal responsibilities.
ID2 / Recall terms and conditions of apprenticeship as Gazetted 26 July 1991.
ID3 / Recall applicable grievance procedures.
ID4 / Recall applicable disciplinary procedures.
ID5 / Recall company rules and procedures.
ID6 / Recall quality assurance procedures.
SAFETY / SF1 / Recall relevant regulations of the following Acts: (where applicable)
Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act No 85 of 1993)
Minerals Act and Regulations (No 50 of 1991)
SF2 / Recall a standard industrial safety course accredited by the industry.
SF3 / Recall safety in welding and gas cutting.
SF4 / Attend a first aid course.
SF5 / Identify relevant colour markings and symbolic safety signs.
HAND TOOLS / HT1 / Identify measuring, checking, forming, cutting, marking and fastening tools and tooling aids.
HT2 / Use measuring, checking, forming, cutting, marking and fastening tools and tooling aids.
HT3 / Maintain measuring, checking, forming, cutting, marking and fastening tools and tooling aids.
HT4 / Use hand tools applicable to the trade.
Assist only / Need supervision / Independent Work
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WORKSHOP TOOLS / WT1 / Use fixed and portable drilling machines.
WT2 / Use fixed and portable grinding machines including replacing, setting, truing and ringing wheels.
WT7 / Use mechanical / hydraulic pedestal presses.
WT10 / Operate a bearing heater / oven, induction or oil bath.
WT18 / Maintain and operate a hydraulic jack.
WT21 / Mount grinding stone to pedestal grinder. Maximum size: 250 mm diameter wheel RPM = 2000.
WT22 / Dress a grinding wheel.
MATERIALS / MA2 / Recall the physical properties and characteristics of metals.
MA3 / Identify ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
MA15 / Recall the terms, definitions and use of materials pertaining to the trade.
DRAWING & SKETCHES / DS7 / Make free hand sketches.
DS19 / Draw a block diagram of a basic hydraulic circuit incorporating a given list of components.
DS21 / Draw a block diagram of a fuel system incorporating the following components.
fuel tank
primary filter
secondary filter
priming pump
lift pump
bleed valve
relief valve
in-line injector pump with governor
injectors
DS23 / Compile a parts list from a parts manual.
DS24 / Interpret manufacturers drawings pertaining to the trade.
DS25 / Interpret symbols and abbreviations pertaining to the trade where applicable.
DS28 / Interpret auto electrical drawings.
DS33 / Interpret components charts and circuit diagrams for air conditioners for cabs.
Assist only / Need supervision / Independent Work
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MARKING OFF / MT9 / Mark off projects for manufacturing using all standards marking-off techniques and tools.
HAND SKILLS / HS1 / Fabricate a project applicable to the trade.
HS2 / Sharpen chisels.
HS3 / Sharpen drills.
HS4 / Dress screwdrivers.
HS5 / Sharpen punches.
HS7 / Sharpen marking-off tools.
HS8 / Manufacture a project using the following techniques and material:filing, sawing, drilling, tapping, reaming.
HS9 / Harden and temper a centre punch.
ARC WELDING / AO1 / Identify and set up AC and/or DC welding machines, equipment including starting up and shutting down procedures.
AO2 / Differentiate between arc welding consumables.
AO3 / Prepare material for arc welding.
AO4 / Tack; and arc weld workpieces incidental to the trade using manual metal arc welding techniques.
GAS WELDING / GW10 / Identify and set up oxygen-fuel gas equipment including light up, adjustment of gas pressures and shut down procedures.
GW11 / Differentiate between gas welding consumables.
GW12 / Prepare material for gas welding.
GW13 / Gas weld workpieces incidental to the trade.
GAS CUTTING AND HEATING / GC1 / Identify and assemble gas cutting and heating equipment, including light-up and shut down procedures.
GC2 / Select nozzles and gas pressures for cutting and heating different materials of various thicknesses.
GC3 / Hand cut materials incidental to the trade.
BASIC LIFTING TECHNIQUES / BG2 / Recall overhead crane hand signals.
BG3 / Demonstrate overhead crane hand signals.
BG4 / Use the following equipment:
chain block : 2 ton max
coffing block : 2 ton max
jacks : 2 ton max
shackles : 2 ton max
chain slings : 2,5 ton max
wire rope slings : 20 mm diameter
SOFTSOLDER / SS11 / Prepare and solder the following:-
wire joints
wire ends
MEASURING EQUIPMENT / MF1 / Use a micrometer
outside
depth
inside
MF2 / Use a vernier - depth, inside and outside.
Assist only / Need supervision / Independent Work
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MF3 / Use a tape measure and steel rule.
MF4 / Use a calliper - inside and outside.
MF19 / Use a height gauge.
MF20 / Use the following gauges:
telescopic, thread, feeler, dial, belt tensioner, radius, cylinder liner, ball
MF21 / Use the following measuring instruments:-
tachometer
compression tester
ohmmeter
voltmeter
ammeter
hydrometer
dynometer
hydraulic flow meter
hydraulic pressure gauge
injector tester
thermometer
timing light
KEYS AND LOCKING DEVICES / KL11 / Fit a parallel and woodruff key.
KL12 / Install the following locking devices - lock-nuts, dowels, lock-plates, split pins, split-cotters, taper pins, wire method sir clip
KEYS AND LOCKING DEVICES / KL13 / Remove a parallel and woodruff key.
KL14 / Identify and measure nuts and bolts.
KL8 / Identify plain flat washers, split lock washers and toothed washers.
KL9 / Tighten, torque and torque turn bolts and nuts.
KL10 / Identify the following types of keys - gib-head, parallel, taper, feather and woodruff keys.
Assist only / Need supervision / Independent Work
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ENGINES AND ACCESSORIES / EA1 / Trace and repair faults on worn and faulty components.
EA2 / Adjust engine tappets.
EA3 / Recall the operation of a four (4) stroke cycle engine.
EA12 / Identify and explain the major components as listed:
cylinder head assembly
rocker shaft assembly
cylinder block
camshaft & followers
crankshaft & bearings
piston & rings
connecting rod & bearing
timing gear train
oil pump assembly
flywheel
dampers (crankshaft pulley)
EA5 / Recondition cylinder head assemble.
EA6 / Recondition sub-assemblies.
EA7 / Measure crankshaft journals for taper and ovality.
EA8 / Measure cylinder liners for taper & ovality.
EA10 / Dismantle, recondition and refit oil pump.
EA11 / Set valve and fuel injection timing.
BEARINGS / BE15 / Recall types of bearing failures and their causes.
BE16 / Match the following bearings with a given list of sketches.
standard ball bearing
thrust ball bearing
straight roller bearing
thrust roller bearing
taper roller bearing
needle bearing
thrust needle bearing; spherical roller bearing
BE17 / Remove a bearing using a puller.
BE18 / Remove a bearing using a puller and press.
BE19 / Fit a bearing to a shaft using a press.
BE20 / Fit a roller bearing to a shaft by heating.
Assist only / Need supervision / Independent Work
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COOLING SYSTEMS / CS1 / Describe the functions of the following components:-
water pump
thermostat
radiator
relief valve (cap)
fan and cowling
engine oil cooler
CS2 / Recall safety precautions when working on cooling system.
CS3 / Explain:-
(a)antifreeze effect on boiling point.
(b)altitude/pressure/boiling point relationship chart.
CS4 / Remove, recondition and install water pumps.
CS5 / Remove and install and oil cooler and a thermostat.
CS6 / Fill cooling systems.
CS7 / Recall reasons for overheating.
CS8 / Carry out pressure tests on static cooling system.
CS9 / Test thermostat opening temperatures (outside machine).
CS10 / Carry out a pressure test on oil coolers.
CS12 / Adjust vee belts.
CS13 / Check and replace pulleys where necessary.
CS14 / Add additives to a given cooling system.
BATTERIES / BA1 / Recall the operation of different types of batteries.
BA2 / Identify various types of batteries.
BA3 / Maintain and store batteries.
BA4 / Connect batteries in series and parallel.
BA5 / Test battery capacity and ensure specific gravity levels are correct.
FUEL SYSTEMS / FS1 / Recall the functions of the following components:-
primary filter, lift pump, injector
FS2 / Recall the operation of a plunger and barrel in an in-line injector pump.
FS3 / Recall the function and operation of a basic mechanical governor.
FS4 / Carry out the following operations on a diesel engine fitted with an in-line fuel system-
bleed the fuel system
remove and test the injector
time the fuel pump to engine
fit fuel filter
set minimum idle R.P.M.
set maximum R.P.M.
determine cause of a misfire
Assist only / Need supervision / Independent Work
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FS5 / Carry out the following operations on a diesel engine incorporating a rotary in-line pump and a D.P.A. fuel system-
test the fuel lift pump condition
remove and replace the injector pump
time fuel pump to engine
SERVICING / SER1 / Interpret information in lubrication and maintenance guides.
SER2 / Identify recommended lubricants/fluids for
engine
brakes
differential
clutch
gearbox
power steering
wheel bearing
power shift transmission
SER3 / Identify types of filter elements:-
fuel filters
oil filters
air cleaner filters
SER4 / Do a pre-delivery service.
SER5 / Do a major service.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS / ES1 / Fit and connect applicable auto electrical components.
ES2 / Fault find auto electrical components.
ES3 / Check and adjust head lights.
EXHAUST SYSTEMS / EXS2 / Remove and replace faulty exhaust systems.
TURBOCHARGERS / TB1 / Identify the following main parts:
turbine wheel, shaft compressor wheel, turbine centre and compressor housing.
TB2 / Recall the operation of a turbocharger.
TB6 / Assess end play on bearings, shafts and compressor wheel to housing.
TB5 / Remove and install turbochargers.
GASKETS AND SEALS / GS1 / Recall various transmission systems.
GS2 / Fit various gaskets and seals.
Assist only / Need supervision / Independent Work
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TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS / TS1 / Recall various transmission systems.
TS3 / Remove, repair and replace clutch systems.
TS6 / Trace and repair faults on worn and faulty components on the following transmission systems:
front wheel drive
rear wheel drive
mechanical gear drive
HYDRAULICS / HY18 / Interpret symbols and abbreviations.
HY19 / Interpret elementary hydraulic circuit diagrams.
HY20 / Identify applicable hydraulic fluids for systems used.
HY4 / Install and maintain the following filters:
suction
pressure
return
HY5 / Install and maintain hydraulic tubing and fittings.
HY6 / Install and maintain flexible hydraulic hoses and fittings.
HY7 / Identify the following hydraulic pumps - vane, gear, piston.
HYDRAULICS / HY8 / Install and maintain hydraulic pumps.
HY10 / Install and maintain directional control, pressure and flow control valves.
HY11 / Install and maintain hydraulic cylinders.
HY13 / Diagnose faults in hydraulic systems.
HY14 / Adjust lifting devices.
HY15 / Maintain and adjust hydraulic and mechanical systems.
ENGINE TUNING / ETU2 / Mount fuel injector pump and adjust spill timing.
ETU3 / Carry out a pre and post test on fuel system with dynometer:
interpret graph
adjust or repair where applicable
tappets
injectors
diaphragm pump
compress flow
timing
ETU4 / Set high idle and low idling speeds on engines.
Assist only / Need supervision / Independent Work
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POWER TAKE-OFF SYSTEMS / PTO1 / Identify, maintain and adjust hydraulic and mechanical systems.
PTO2 / Carry out:
pressure tests
check for leaks
check revolutions
check kilowatt out put
PTO3 / Test and adjust power takeoff clutches.
BRAKES / BR1 / Identify the following braking systems:
wet hydraulic
mechanical
BR2 / Maintain and adjust wet and dry brake system.
STEERING SYSTEMS / STB1 / Identify the following systems:
power assisted
power steering
mechanical
STB2 / Maintain the following systems:
power assisted
power steering
mechanical
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