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

Apply vehicle transponder technology in the locksmithing environment 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
123585  Apply vehicle transponder technology in the locksmithing environment 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Security 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security Safety in Society 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  10 
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 
Learners credited with this unit standard are able to describe transponder technology as it is used in vehicles. Determine the best way to open a vehicle with transponder technology. Learners will also be able to code and read a variety of transponders.

The qualifying learner is able to:
  • Describe transponder technology.
  • Code transponders.
  • Read transponders. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Communication at NQF Level 3.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3.
  • Maintain a safe and tidy working environment (ID 123589)
  • Maintain key cutting machines (ID 123593)
  • Duplicate and cut keys (ID 123591) 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Transponders include but are not limited to Phillips crypto, fixed code, read and write. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Describe transponder technology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Methods of incorporating transponder technology into vehicles are explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Types of transponder technology in vehicles are described with examples. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Code transponders. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    This outcome must be assessed in a structured scenario. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Equipment to be used is identified in accordance with job requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Equipment is used in accordance with job specifications. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Transponder codes are duplicated according to job specifications. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Originate refer to the process of programming a new transponder key into the vehicles electronic system.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The process of originating a new transponder key is explained with examples. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Read transponders. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Transponder is identified by make and model of the vehicle with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The purpose of transponders is explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Transponders are described in terms of their uses. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Transponder code is interpreted to select the equipment to be used. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • 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 or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Transponder technology.
  • Vehicle mechanics.
  • Opening techniques.
  • Tools and equipment used in locksmithing. 
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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 when determining the method to open a vehicle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others when duplicating or introducing keys for the vehicle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities when performing the task of opening the vehicle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, evaluate, organise and critically evaluate information when determining the best method to open a vehicle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively when determining the best method to open the vehicle. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology when identifying transponder type and its technology. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where the correct methods used to open the vehicle does not affect the transponder technology. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    In order to contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of society at large, it must be the intention underlying any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively. 

    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 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  50541   National Certificate: Locksmithing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  SAS SETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. LOCKSMITHS ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICA 


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