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QCTO Certificate: Truck Driver (NQF 3)

This qualification is made up of the 3 compulsory modules. The course duration is 12 months and focuses on 3 areas, Knowledge module (theory based), Practical skill modules and Workplace based modules. The qualification is an alternate to TETA’s qualification. This qualification composes of quarterly written assessments and a final exam at year end.

UNIT 1: KNOWLEDGE BASED MODULE

1.1 Health, Safety, Quality and Legislation

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Health, Safety, Quality and Legislation NQF Level 03 08

PURPOSE OF THE KNOWLEDGE MODULES

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of to build an understanding of the health, safety, quality and legislative theory required for the practise of a truck driver.

The learning will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

  • Theories and principles of relevant legislation, (Including Transportation of Dangerous Goods) regulations, codes and by-laws (40%)

  • Concepts, theories and principles of first aid (20%)

  • Concepts, theories and principles of fire fighting (20%)

  • Theories, concepts and principles of quality control in transportation (20%)

1.2 Environment, Energy Efficiency and Ethics

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Environment, Energy Efficiency and Ethics NQF Level 03 08

PURPOSE OF THE KNOWLEDGE MODULES

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of to develop an understanding within the learner of the importance of environmental sustainability and energy efficiency factors impacting on undertaking business operations and processes in an environmentally sustainable and responsible manner. The learner will also be exposed to the concept and practices with regard to ethics in order for them to be able to interpret ethical and non-ethical behaviour and practices.

The learning will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

  • Theories and principles of relevant environmental sustainability requirements (40%)

  • Concepts, theories and principles of energy efficiency (40%)

  • Theories, concepts and principles of ethics (20%)

  • Knowledge of AARTO

1.3 Industry Contexts

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Industry Contexts NQF Level 03 05

PURPOSE OF THE KNOWLEDGE MODULES

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of to build an understanding of the way in which the truck driver functions within the road transport industry.

The learning will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

  • Introduction to the Transportation industry (100%)

1.4 Business Essentials

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Business Essentials NQF Level 03 09

PURPOSE OF THE KNOWLEDGE MODULES

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of to build an understanding of the transport industry.

The learning will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

  • Basic Business Principles (25%)

  • Communication (25%)

  • Customer Relations (25%)

  • Maps and Applied Science (25%)

1.5 Transport Risk

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Transport Risk NQF Level 03 08

PURPOSE OF THE KNOWLEDGE MODULES

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of to build an understanding of the various emergencies which may occur.

The learning will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

  • Incidents and accidents (25%)

  • KM-05-KT02: Hi-jacking awareness (25%)

  • Load Loss or spillage (25%)

  • Quality and the environment (25%)

1.6 Operating a truck

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Operating a truck NQF Level 03 14

PURPOSE OF THE KNOWLEDGE MODULES

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of to build an understanding of the road transport industry.

The learning will enable learners to demonstrate an understanding of:

  • Concepts, theories and principles of driving techniques (25%)

  • Trip/Journey Management (25%)

  • Vehicle roadworthiness and pre/post-trip inspection procedures (25%)

  • Theories and principles of Load Securement (25%)

UNIT 2: PRACTICAL SKILL MODULE

2.1 Prepare truck for loading, offloading and transportation

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Prepare truck for loading, offloading and transportation NQF Level 3 15

PURPOSE OF THE PRACTICAL SKILL MODULES

The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to practice truck driving skills within a simulated work environment. The learners will be practicing skills related to The learners will be practicing skills related to prepare a vehicle for loading, transport and offloading as well as interpret relevant documentation.

The learner will be required to:

  • Prepare truck for loading

  • Prepare truck for offloading

  • Prepare truck for transportation

  • Secure the load

2.2 Operate a truck

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Operate a truck NQF Level 03 10

PURPOSE OF THE PRACTICAL SKILL MODULES

The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to practice operating truck skills within a simulated work environment. The learners will be practicing skills related to operating a truck.

The learner will be required to:

  • Start up a truck

  • Drive a truck

  • Shut down a truck

2.3 Inspect vehicles and complete inspection reports

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Inspect vehicles and complete inspection reports NQF Level 03 8

PURPOSE OF THE PRACTICAL SKILL MODULES

The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to practice operating truck skills within a simulated work environment. The learners will be practicing skills related to inspecting vehicles and completing.

The learner will be required to:

  • Conduct vehicle/combination inspection

  • Complete vehicle check list

  • Collate documentation

2.4 Work with electrical components

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Work with electrical components NQF Level 03 10

PURPOSE OF THE PRACTICAL SKILL MODULES

The focus of the learning in this module is on providing the learner an opportunity to become familiar with electrical diagrams, components, circuits, testing and measuring instruments and develop the skills and knowledge to use and care for them.

The learner will be required to:

  • Read and interpret electrical diagrams

  • Identify and care for electrical equipment

  • Identify and use portable testing and measuring instruments

  • Identify and use fixed measuring instruments

  • Identify and care for protective devices

UNIT 3: WORK EXPERIENCE MODULE

3.1 Planning for transportation of cargo

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Planning for transportation of cargo NQF Level 03 15

PURPOSE OF THE WORK EXPERIENCE MODULES

Gain exposure to work as part of a transportation team in planning and preparing of a truck in a transportation environment. The Learner will be required to complete each Work Place Experience for a minimum period of 5 days.

The learner will be required to:

  • Obtain loading documentation

  • Apply safety standard operating procedures

3.2 Complying to road traffic regulation

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Complying to road traffic regulation NQF Level 03 15

PURPOSE OF THE WORK EXPERIENCE MODULES

Gain exposure to work as part of a transportation team in observing road regulations. The Learner will be required to complete each Work Experience for a minimum period of 5 days.

The learner will be required to:

  • Comply with all national road legislation

  • Conduct a vehicle check

3.3 Documentation and reporting procedures and processes

ID Unit Standard Title NQF Level Credits
733201000 Documentation and reporting procedures and processes NQF Level 03 15

PURPOSE OF THE WORK EXPERIENCE MODULES

The focus of the work experience is on providing the learner an opportunity to: Gain exposure to work as part of a transportation team in operating vehicle. The Learner will be required to complete each Work Experience for a minimum period of 5 days.

The learner will be required to:

  • Source and collate documents

  • Store documents