THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA

Ministry of Education and Sports

Directorate of Industrial Training

Assessment and Training

Package

For a

FITTER MACHINIST

Qualification Level: 1

Occupational Cluster: Technology and Design

September 2020
Developed by: Funded by:
Government of Uganda
Qualifications Standards Department
Directorate of Industrial Training
 Assessment and Training Package

For a
FITTER MECHANIST

Qualification Level: 1
Occupational Cluster: Technology and Design
Directorate of Industrial Training
Plot 97/99 Jinja Road/ Corner 3rd Street,
P.O Box 20050, Lugogo, Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256 414 253 704; +256 312 279 344
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.dituganda.org

© Directorate of Industrial Training

2021

ISBN: 978-9913-626-69-9

ISO: 9001:2015 Certificate No.: UG92580A

All rights reserved. No reproduction or copy transmission of this publication may be

made without written permission or in accordance with the provisions of the Copyright,
Designs and Patents Act or under the terms of licence permitting limited copying issued
by the licencing agency in Uganda. Any person who does any unauthorised act in
relation to this publication may be liable to criminal prosecution and civil claims for
damages.
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

Under BTVET Act, 2008, the functions of the Directorate of Industrial Training are:

(a) To identify the needs of the labour market for occupational competencies that fall
under the UVQF.
(b) To regulate apprenticeship schemes.
(c) To foster and promote entrepreneurial values and skills, as an integral part of the
UVQF.
(d) To secure adequate and sustainable financing for the efficient operations of the
Directorate.
(e) To accredit training institutions or companies as assessment centres.
(f) To determine fees payable under the Act.
(g) To develop, apply, expand and improve the purposeful application of Uganda
vocational qualifications defined in the UVQF.
(h) To assess and award Uganda Vocational Qualifications.
(i) To promote on-the-job training in industry for apprenticeship, traineeship and
indenture training and for other training such as further skills training and
upgrading.
(j) To prescribe the procedure for the making of training schemes.

Further to the above provisions, there is an established Uganda Vocational

Qualifications Framework (UVQF), under part V of the BTVET Act, 2008. It is stated that:

The purpose of the UVQF is to;

(a) Define occupational standards in the world of work.
(b) Define assessment standards.
(c) Award vocational qualifications of learners who meet the set standards of different
studies.
(d) Provide guidelines for modular training.

The UVQF shall follow principles of Competence Based Education and Training
(CBET) which include:
(a) Flexible training or learning modules.
(b) Positive assessment and certification.
(c) Assessment of prior learning.
(d) Recognition of formal and non-formal training.
(e) Self-paced or individual learning.
(f) Work place learning.

i
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

For award and recognition of certificates, the BTVET Act, 2008 provides that:

(1) The Directorate and other examination boards established under the Act shall
award certificates and diplomas for Business, Technical or Vocational Education
and Training under the UVQF.

(2) The Certificates and Diplomas to be awarded shall be in the form prescribed by
the Minister on the recommendation of the Industrial Training Council.

(3) The Certificates and Diplomas awarded under the Act shall be recognised in the
Uganda education system and by the labour market.

Under the TVET Implementation Standards 2020, the proposed new mandate of the
Directorate of Industrial Training shall be restricted to promoting the highest standards in
the quality and efficiency of industrial training in the country and ensuring an adequate
supply of properly trained manpower at all levels in the industry and the world of work.

The functions shall include:

(a) Regulating Industrial Training and Trainers.
(b) Developing Industrial Training Curricula.
(c) Harmonising Curricula and Certificates of competence.
(d) Assessing Industrial Training.
(e) Development of Occupational Standards and Assessment and Training
Packages (ATPs) for Trade Testing for the industry and world of work.
(f) Awarding certificates in that respect.

At operational level in the Directorate, the Qualification Standards Department performs

development tasks related to concepts, procedures and instruments for establishment of
the UVQF in close collaboration with both public and private stakeholders in vocational
training.

In particular, the Department organises and coordinates the development of Assessment

and Training Packages for use in competence-based vocational training as well as
standards-based assessment and certification.

The Directorate has therefore produced this Assessment and Training Package for use
in implementing Competence-Based Education and Training mechanisms.

ii
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Word from Permanent Secretary .............................................................................. iv
Executive Summary ..................................................................................................... vi
Acknowledgement ...................................................................................................... viii
Abbreviations and Acronyms .................................................................................... ix
Key definitions ................................................................................................................ x
1.0 ATP-PART I ........................................................................................................... 1
Occupational Profile for a Fitter Machinist ................................................... 1
2.0 ATP-PART II ........................................................................................................ 10
Training Modules for a Fitter Machinist ...................................................... 10
3.0 ATP-PART III ....................................................................................................... 23
Assessment Instruments for a Fitter Machinist ........................................ 23
Written Test Items (Samples) ......................................................................... 25
Performance Test Items ................................................................................... 32
4.0 ATP- PART IV ...................................................................................................... 37
Information on Review Process .................................................................... 37

iii
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

Word from Permanent Secretary

The Kajubi Report (1989) and the Uganda Government White Paper on Education
Review (1992) emphasised that the Uganda Secondary School Education should be
vocationalised.

The World Bank Report on education in Uganda 2007 observed that although Uganda
was experiencing steady economic growth on one hand, the secondary education
curriculum was inadequately addressing the social and economic needs of the country
on the other. The Report further noted that it is not the very top academic cadres that
contribute most to the growth of the GDP but rather the competent middle level
technicians that are flexible and technologically literate that the economy needs in the
labour market at all levels.

Correspondingly, the NDP III 2020/21- 2024/5 highlights (i) low labour productivity (ii)
high youth unemployment (38%) (iii) low transition rates from training to employment
(35%) as some of the key challenges to Human Capital Development in Uganda.

In order to overcome these challenges, NDP III 2020/21- 2024/5, under objective 2
peaks the need to train the learners for the urgently needed skills and mainstream a dual
education and training system. This paved way for the development of the lower
secondary school vocational curriculum which supports both academic and vocational
training.

The afore is in line with the Uganda Vision 2040. Under section 261, it emphasises that
learners will be accorded opportunities to excel in the skills areas they are placed into.
These will range from sports and cut to technical and vocational training. Hitherto,
section 262 clearly states that the entire education system will be changed to emphasise
practical skills, attitude and moral values.

Government of Uganda through the Ministry of Education and Sports rolled out the New
Lower Secondary Curriculum in secondary schools countrywide during the first term of
the academic year 2020. The overall goal of this curriculum is to produce graduates with
employable skills and who are competitive in the labour market. It should be emphasised
that vocational training will produce graduates who are employable. In the New
curriculum, emphasis will be on equipping learners with employable skills and
competencies. This will enable learners perform the requisite duties of the specified
occupations. This is the reason why the lower secondary school vocational curriculum
was tailored to the assessment requirements of the world of work.

Reading from the Curriculum Framework page 12, it is stated that the learners will be
assessed by DIT. Upon assessment and certification, the graduates will be employable
and competitive in the labour market. It’s against this background that DIT, within its
mandate vested in the BTVET Act, 2008 comes on board to take the lead in the
development of the requisite Assessment and Training Packages (ATPs) for the various
occupations that will be assessed under the Lower Secondary Curriculum.

iv
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

The ATPs can be used by any training provider and/or those who wish to present
themselves for Occupational Assessment and Certification.

Herewith, the Directorate of Industrial Training presents the Assessment and Training
Package for training, assessment and certification of a FITTER MECHANIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL 1.

Finally, I thank all individuals, organisations and review partners who have contributed
and/or participated in the review of this noble document.

Alex Kakooza
Permanent Secretary

v
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

Executive Summary
This Assessment and Training Package is a Competence-Based Education and Training
(CBET) tool and consists of three major parts:

0.1 PART I: The Occupational Profile (OP) of a FITTER MECHANIST. This

Occupational Profile which was reviewed by Fitter Mechanists practicing in the
world of work mirrors the duties and tasks that Fitter Mechanists are expected to
perform.

0.2 PART II: Training Modules in the form of guidelines to train Fitter Mechanists both
on the job as well as in training centres (or combinations of both venues of
learning). The Training Modules herein have been reviewed basing on the
Occupational Profile and hence are directly relevant for employment.

0.3 PART III: Assessment Instruments in the form of performance (Practical) and
written (theory) test items that can and should be used to assess whether a person
complies with the requirements of employment as a FITTER MECHANIST. These
assessment instruments were reviewed jointly by job practitioners (Fitter
Mechanists) and instructors based on the occupational profile and training
modules.

0.4 While the Occupational Profile (OP) contained in PART I of this document provides
the information on WHAT a person is expected to do competently in the world of
work, the test items, - including performance criteria- of PART III qualify the HOW
and/or HOW WELL a person must do the job.

0.5 The modular format of the curriculum (PART II) allows learners to acquire job
specific skills and knowledge (i.e. competencies) module by module. A single
module can be accomplished within a relatively short duration allowing flexibility for
learners to move directly into an entry level job, go for further modules or advance
to higher levels of training. Modular courses allow more learners to access the
training system because training centres as well as companies can accommodate
more learners in a given period of time.

0.6 In addition to improved access, equity and relevance of BTVET, the UVQF will also
enable people who are convinced to have acquired competencies laid down in this
ATP through prior training and on-the-job experience to access assessment and
certification directly; be it on the basis of a single module, a group of modules or all
modules pertaining to the occupation at once. This achievement will facilitate
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

vi
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

0.7 The parts of this Assessment and Training Package were sequentially reviewed as
follows:

i Part 1: Occupational Profile: August 2020

ii Part 2: Training Modules: August 2020
iii Part 3: Assessment Instruments (initial bank): August 2020

This ATP (or parts of it) may be periodically revised to match the dynamic trends in the
occupation and hence issued in different versions.

DIT takes responsibility of any shortcomings that might be identified in this publication
and welcomes suggestions for effectively addressing the inadequacies. The suggestion
can be communicated to DIT through P.O. Box 20050, Kampala or through email
[email protected].

Patrick Byakatonda
Ag. Director

vii
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

Acknowledgement

The Qualifications Standards Department of DIT wishes to sincerely acknowledge the

valuable contributions to the review of this Assessment and Training Package by the
following persons, Institutions and organisations:

 Members of the DIT Industrial Training Council,

 The Director and staff of DIT,

 Ministry of Education and Sports,
 The practitioners from the world of work,
 Teachers of Technology and Design from various Secondary Schools,
 Fitter Mechanist Curriculum Specialists from NCDC,
 Examination Specialists from UNEB,
 The facilitators involved in guiding the review panel in their activities,
 The Government of Uganda for financing the review of this ATP.

viii
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

Abbreviations and acronyms

A&C Assessment and Certification
ATP Assessment and Training Packages
CBET Competency Based Education and Training
DIT Directorate of Industrial Training
ITC Industrial Training Council
GoU Government of Uganda
LWA Learning-Working Assignment
MC Modular Curriculum
MoES Ministry of Education and Sports
MGLSD Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development
MoWT Ministry of Works and Transport
OP Occupational Profile
PEX Practical Exercise
PTI Performance (Practical) Test Item
QS Qualification Standards
RPL Recognition of Prior Learning
TIB Test Item Bank
TVET Technical, Vocational, Education and Training
UVQ Uganda Vocational Qualification
UVQF Uganda Vocational Qualifications Framework
WTI Written (Theory) Test Item

ix
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

Key definitions
Assessment Assessment is the means by which evidence is gathered and
judged to decide if an individual has met the stipulated
assessment standards or not. Testing is a form of formal
assessment.
Certification Certification is a formal procedure to issue a certificate
(qualification) to an individual that has demonstrated during
formal assessment that he/she is competent to perform the
tasks specified in the occupational profile.

Competence Integration of skills, knowledge, attitudes, attributes and

expertise in doing /performing tasks in the world of work to a
set standard.

Competency (Occupational) competence is understood as the ability to

perform tasks common to an occupation at an acceptable level.
Competence-based education and training means that
CBET
programs:
1. have content directly related to work
2. focus is on ‘doing something well’
3. assessment is based upon industry work standards, and
4. curricula are developed in modular form
Duty A Duty describes a large area of work in performance terms. A
duty serves as a title for a cluster of related Tasks (see also:
TASK).

Learning-Working LWA are simulated or real job situations / assignments that are
Assignment (LWA) suitable for learning in a training environment (e.g. “small
projects”). In a working environment LWA are real work
situations/assignments.
Module Modules are part(s) of a whole curriculum. Modules can be
considered as “self-contained” partial qualifications which are
described by learning outcomes or competencies and which
can be assessed and certified individually.

Occupational Profile An Occupational Profile is an overview of the duties and tasks a

(OP) job incumbent is expected to perform competently in
employment.

x
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Packages (ATP) For a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 1 September 2020

Occupational Profiles developed by practitioners from the world

of work enhance the relevance of training and learning to the
requirements of the world of work.
Occupational Profiles which define what a person is supposed
to do which become the reference points for developing
assessment standards and modular curricula.
Qualification A qualification is a formal reward for demonstrating
competence, based on formal assessment against set
standards and provided to the individual in the form of a
certificate specifying the nature of the competence.
Task Job tasks represent the smallest unit of job activities with a
meaningful outcome. Tasks result in a product, service, or
decision. They represent an assignable unit of work and have a
definite beginning and ending point. Tasks can be observed
and measured. (Also see: Duty)

xi
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

1.0 ATP-PART I
Occupational Profile for a FITTER MACHINIST
1.1 The OCCUPATIONAL PROFILE (OP) for “FITTER MACHINIST” below defines
the Duties and Tasks a competent FITTER MACHINIST is expected to perform in
the world of work (on the job) in Uganda and the East African region today.

1.2 Since it reflects the skill requirements of work life, the Occupational Profile is the
reference document for the subsequent development of training modules and
assessment instruments (test items) which are directly relevant to employment in
Ugandan and the East African businesses and industries.

1.3 To ensure that the Occupational Profile is relevant for employment in Uganda and
East Africa, the DIT used the method of “occupational/job profiling.

This approach involves the brainstorming of a panel of 8 to 12 competent job

practitioners guided by trained and experienced facilitators. During a two-day
workshop the panelists defined the duties and tasks performed in employment, as
well as the prerequisite skills, knowledge, attitudes, tools and equipment, and the
future trends and concerns in the occupation/job.

1.4 The panelists, facilitators and coordinators who participated in developing this
Occupational Profile are listed on the following page.

1 ATP: Part I
[Occupational Profile]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Expert Panel
Kalere Godfrey
Lugogo Vocational Training Institute

Boso Bernard
Job Makers Centre (JOMAC)

Luswata Henry
Kamala Maize Millers & Workshop THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA
Ministry of Education and Sports
Wabwire Andrew
Makerere University

Hasahya Moses Directorate of Industrial Training

Ndejje Secondary School

Etukoit Bernard
Lugogo Vocational Training Institute

Owor Peter
Jinja Vocational Training Institute

Kaweesa Eriya
Occupational Profile
Mengo Senior School
of a
Oluk Thomas Olet
Sir Samuel Baker School ''FITTER MACHINIST''
Kafeero Adnan
National Curriculum Development Centre

Facilitators
Asiimwe Sarah Mashaija
Directorate of Industrial Training

Atai Sarah Engole

Directorate of Industrial Training

Orikiriza Andrew
Directorate of Industrial Training

Co-ordinator
Elizabeth Ruth Mukyala Developed by: Directorate of Industrial Training
Directorate of Industrial Training (Qualifications Standards)
Patrick Byakatonda
Directorate of Industrial Training

Funded by
Government of Uganda
Dates of workshop: 14th –18th September 2020

2 ATP: Part I
[Occupational Profile]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

NOMENCLATURE FOR THE OCCUPATION OF FITTER MACHINIST

Definition: A FITTER MACHINIST is a person who uses hand and machine tools to
produce parts/components
JOB ORGANISATION CHART FOR A FITTER MACHINIST

 Workshop PEERS FITTER  Suppliers

Assistants  Electricians MACHINIST  Financial
 Store Keepers  Carpenters LEVEL III Institutions
 Trainees  Welders  Customers
 Instructors  Moulders  Insurance
 Cashiers
 Plumbers companies
 Administrators
 Painters  Taxation bodies
 Casual
Labourers  Drafts men  Lawyers
 Marketers  Black  Local
 Security Smiths Government
Personnel  Tin Smiths FITTER  MoES
 Medical  Caterers MACHINIST  MGLSD
Personnel LEVEL II  MoWT
 IT Personnel  MoTI
 Drivers  URSB
 UNBS
 UIA
 UMA
 NEMA
 UMEME
FITTER  NWSC
MACHINIST  MoH
LEVEL I  Telecommunicati
on companies

Internal Links Technical Links External Links

LEVEL DESCRIPTIONS
A Level I FITTER MACHINIST: Is able to use basic hand and machine tools to
produce simple parts/components and fits them.
A Level II FITTER MACHINIST: Is able to use hand and machine tools to produce
parts/components and fits them.
A Level III FITTER MACHINIST: Is able to use advanced hand and machine tools to
produce and fit parts/components and perform
administrative tasks.

3 ATP: Part I
[Occupational Profile]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Duties and Tasks

A1 Carryout A2 Prepare A3 Identify location

A. PLAN WORKSHOP feasibility study Business plan
ENTERPRISE
A4 Determine tools, A5 Determine A6 Determine
equipment materials human resource
A7 Determine
source of
equipment tool
and materials

B1 Select site B2 Make site layout B3 Design structure

B. CONSTRUCT A
WORKSHOP
STRUCTURE B4 Prepare bills of B5 Fence off site B6 Measure site
quantities

B7 Excavate B8 Reinforce B9 Setup structures

trenches trenches

C1 Determine C2 Prepare C3 Set equipment

C. PERFORM equipment foundation
MACHINE location
INSTALLATION C4 Assemble C5 Test machine C6 Move equipment
machine parts performance

D1 Organise work D2 Interpret D3 Follow standard

D. PREPARE place drawings machining
PRODUCTION procedures
WORK PLAN D4 Select tools, D5 Assign work D6 Determine
equipment and product costs
materials
D7 Test product

E1 Clean tools and E2 Identify E3 Grind tools

E. MAINTAIN TOOLS equipment mechanical
AND EQUIPMENT faults
E4 Repair tools and E5 Replace worn E6 Tighten loose
equipment out parts parts
E7 Lubricate moving E8 Store tools
parts

4 ATP: Part I
[Occupational Profile]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020
F1 Cut materials F2 Forge materials F3 Weld materials
F. PRODUCE
MACHINE PARTS
F4 Turn surfaces F5 Shape surfaces F6 Mill surfaces

F7 Plane surfaces F8 Grind surfaces F9 Drill work

pieces

F10 Bore holes F11 Thread F12 Glue surfaces

surfaces

F13 Braze surfaces F14 Rivet surfaces F15 Slot surfaces

G1 File surfaces G2 Scrape G3 Knurl surfaces

G. PERFORM surfaces
FINISHING
G4 Ream surfaces G5 Lap surfaces G6 Chamfer work
piece

G7 Chase threads G8 Electroplate G9 Blue surfaces

surfaces

G10 Carryout heat G11 Paint surfaces G12 Galvanise

treatment surfaces

G13 Tin surfaces G14 Enamel G15 Hone surfaces

surfaces

H1 Prepare H2 Prepare H3 Prepare

H. MAINTAIN maintenance requisitions reports
MACHINE schedules
RECORDS H4 File records H5 Keep records H6 Update
records

H7 Maintain H8 Manage H9
inventory finances

I. MARKET I1 Advertise I2 Brand products I3 Negotiate

PRODUCTS products prices

I4 Offer customer I5 Exhibit I6 Price products

care services products

I7 Benchmark
products

5 ATP: Part I
[Occupational Profile]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020
J1 Wear J2 Display safety J3 Guard moving
J. PERFORM personnel signs parts
OCCUPATIONAL protective gear
HEALTH, SAFETY J4 Demarcate J5 Clear gang J6 Manage
AND dangerous ways slippery
ENVIRONMENTAL areas grounds
PROTECTION
PRACTICES J7 Perform J8 Administer first J9 Manage
firefighting aid waste

K1 Secure land K2 Recruit K3 Train workers

K. PERFORM workers
ADMINISTRATIVE
TASKS K4 Orient workers K5 Procure tools, K6 Pay bills
equipment and
materials
K7 Register K8 Acquire K9 Pay taxes
enterprise license

K10 Supervise K11 Organise K12 Remunerate

works meetings workers

6 ATP: Part I
[Occupational Profile]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Additional Information

Generic Knowledge & Skills

25. Maintenance skills
1. Machine operation skills 26. Welding skills
2. Assembling and dis-assembling 27. Milling skills
skills 28. Filing skills
3. Knowledge of spare parts 29. Grinding skills
4. Fabrication skills 30. Cutting skills
31. Riveting skills
5. Knowledge of different finishing 32. Lubricating skills
methods 33. Measuring skills
6. Interpreting technical drawing skills 34. Planning skills
7. Knowledge about coolants 35. Reaming skills
8. Knowledge about pneumatics 36. Shearing skills
9. Knowledge about bolts and nuts 37. Chiseling skills
10. Knowledge about hydraulics 38. Scrapping skills
39. Firefighting skills
11. Knowledge about tools and
40. Shaping skills
spanners
41. Workshop organisation skills
12. Safety rules and regulations 42. Entrepreneurship skills
13. Knowledge about materials 43. Marking out skills
14. Knowledge about measuring tools 44. Knurling skills
and equipment 45. Undercutting/ parting off
15. Knowledge about pumps 46. Knowledge about gauges i.e holes and
16. Knowledge about gears shaft gauges
47. Knowledge about casting (Foundry work)
17. Knowledge about joints
48. Forging skills & Forging tools
18. Knowledge about heat treatment 49. Machine installation (Lifting machines,
process Preparing foundation of machines and
19. Soldering skills foundation bolts)
20. Drilling skills 50. Couplings (flanges)
21. Threading skills 51. Knowledge of locking parts (pins, keys,
22. Turning skills splines)
23. Boring skills 52. Knowledge about machine drives
(chains/sprocket, wheels, belts & pulley,
24. Facing skills Vee & flat pulleys and belts)

7 ATP: Part I
[Occupational Profile]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Tools, Materials and Equipment

44. Steadies
1. Milling cutters 45. Lathe machine
2. Allen keys 46. Sharper machine
3. Bench vice 47. Milling machine
4. Hacksaw 48. Grinding machines
5. Hammers 49. Wobbling machines
6. Spanners 50. Drilling machines
7. Micrometers 51. Furnace machine
8. Vanier caliper 52. Riveting machines
9. Files 53. Bearing heating machine
10. Hydraulic press 54. Distractive testing machines
11. Measuring tape 55. Power saw
12. Punches 56. Planning machine
13. Scribers 57. Hydrolic pneumatic system
14. Vee block 58. Shearing machine
15. Chain blocks 59. Soldering machine
16. Surface plates 60. Welding machine
17. Rulers (Steel) 61. Lifting machine
18. Spirit Levels 62. Slotting machine
19. Drill bits 63. Angle plate
20. Carbide tools 64. Combination square
21. High speed steel tools 65. Dies and stock
22. Slip gauge 66. Odd leg calipers
23. Dividers 67. Transfer calipers (Adjustable &
24. Screw drivers Firm joint)
25. Pliers 68. Trammels
26. Circlip removers 69. Forge
27. Chisels 70. Rotary table
28. Reamers 71. Anvil
29. Try square 72. Swage block
30. Filler gauges 73. Vices (bench, machine, leg
31. Flatters vices)
32. Scrappers 74. Work benches
33. Vernier height gauges 75. Tongs
34. Vernier protractors 76. Brinel hardness testing machine
35. Dial testing indicator 77. Oxy-acetylene set
36. Clock indicator 78. Pullers
37. Scribing block 79. Diamond tool
38. Center punch 80. Surface grinder
39. Marking out tables 81. Mandrills
40. Dividing heads 82. Centers
41. Drilling chucks
42. Sleeves
43. Thread pitch gauges

8 ATP: Part I
[Occupational Profile]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Trends and Concerns Attitudes/ Traits/ Behaviour

1. Government should set standard 1. Time consciousness
salaries for fitter machinists 2. Patient
2. Electron training on new M/C 3. Trustworthy
technology
4. Willing and ready to learn
3. Meetings and workshops should be
organised for fitter machinists to 5. Able to receive correction
know their problem 6. Healthy and physically fit
4. More vocational institutions should 7. Team player
be built at least at sub-county level 8. Hygienic
to train people for self-employment 9. Good customer relations
5. Government to provide loans 10. Love your job
(Entandikwa) to those who have
trained to set up small scale 11. Observe health and safety rules
businesses 12. Sincere
6. Jua Kaali sheet metal should be 13. Honest
encouraged 14. Creativity
7. Promote exhibitions 15. Innovativeness
8. Protect fitter machinists against 16. Research oriented
foreign encroachment
17. Self-motivation
9. Set up associations for fitter
machinists 18. Critical thinker
10. Government to promote 19. Decision maker
qualifications upgrade 20. Empathic
11. Government sponsorship and 21. Sympathetic
scholarships should be made 22. Dependable
available for fitter machinist courses
23. Kind
12. Computerised machines
13. Government should give tax
holidays to fresher fitter machinist
graduates who are setting up
Workshop enterprises
14. Fitter machinists who are running
small scale enterprises should be
allowed to freely benchmark with
colleagues in the neighbouring
countries
15. The review of the ATPs for fitter
machinist should be done regularly
in order to address rapidly changing
technology in the world of work

9 ATP: Part I
[Occupational Profile]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

2.0 ATP-PART II
Training Modules for a FITTER MACHINIST
2.1 A curriculum is a “guide / plan for teaching and learning” which provides a guide
to teachers, instructors and learners. In the envisaged system of competence-
based or outcome-oriented education and training (CBET), Curricula are no
longer the benchmark against which assessment is conducted. It is rather the
Occupational Profile and the related Test Items that provide the benchmark for
assessment as well as for Curriculum development.

2.2 This modular format of the curriculum allows learners of the FITTER MACHINIST
OCCUPATION to acquire job specific skills and knowledge (i.e. competencies)
module by module. A single module can be accomplished within a relatively short
duration allowing learners to move directly into an entry level job, do further
modules and advance to higher levels of training. Modular courses allow more
learners to access the training system because training centers as well as
companies can accommodate more learners in a given period of time.

2.3 The modules were reviewed jointly by both instructors from training centers and
job practitioners. They were developed using the Occupational Profile as a
reference point and taking into account the specifications of training and learning
outcomes in the form of Test Items described in Part II.

2.4 The modules contain “Learning-Working Assignments” (LWAs) and related

“Practical Exercises” (PEXs) as key elements.

LWAs are simulated or real job situations / assignments that are suitable for
learning in a training environment (e.g. “small projects”). In a working
environment, LWAs are real work situations.

PEXs are therefore sub-sets of a LWA.

2.5 In principle, and following the philosophy of Competence-Based Education and

Training (CBET), the modules can be used as a guide for learning in a training
center or at the work place; or combinations of both.

10 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

WHO IS A FITTER MACHINIST QUALIFICATION LEVEL 1?

A Level I FITTER MACHINIST: Is a person who is able to use basic hand and machine
tools to produce simple parts/components and fits them.

TRAINING MODULES FOR A FITTER MACHINIST

Code Module Title Average duration

Contact hours Weeks/Months
Perform Basic Fitting and
UE/FM/M1.1 1280 8 months
Machining Operations
UE/FM/M1.2 Perform Basic Finishing 320 2months
Perform Basic Entrepreneurship
UE/FM/M1.3 160 1 month
Skills
Maintain Hand Tools and
UE/FM/M1.4 320 2 months
Workshop Equipment
Summary 4 Modules 2080hrs = 13 months

Note: Average duration is contact time but NOT calendar duration

It is assumed that:
 1 day is equivalent to 8 hours of nominal learning and
 1 month is equivalent to 160 hours of nominal learning.

Information given on the average duration of training should be understood as a

guideline. Quick learners may need less time than indicated or vice versa.

At completion of a module, the leaner should be able to satisfactorily perform the

included Learning Working Assignments, their Practical Exercises and attached
theoretical instruction, as the minimum exposure.

Prior to summative assessment by a recognised agencies, the users of these Module

Guides are encouraged to carefully consider continuous assessment using samples of
(or similar) performance (practical) and written test items available in part 3 of this ATP.

11 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Code UE/FM/M1.1
Module title M1.1: Perform Basic Fitting and Machining Operations
Part of:
Related Qualification Uganda Vocational Qualification
(FITTER MACHINIST UVQ1)
Qualification Level 1
By the end of this module the trainee shall be able to produce
machine parts, carryout basic interpretation of machine part
drawings, and produce basic sections or complete machine
Module purpose
parts using a lathe machine, milling machine, shaper, bench
work tools. The trainee(s) shall also be able to fix lathe,
milling, shaper, machine accessories and attachments.
Learning-Working LWA 1/1. Perform Bench Work Operation
Assignments (LWAs) LWA 1/2. Perform Basic Operation in a Center Lathe
LWA 1/3. Perform Basic Operation on a Milling
Machine
LWA 1/4. Perform Basic Operation on a Shaper
LWA 1/5. Practice Use of Bench/Hand Tools
LWA 1/6. Grind Tools
LWA 1/7. Perform Occupational Health, Safety and
Environmental Protection Practices

Note:
1. The learning exercises must be repeated until the trainee
acquires a targeted competence.
2. The trainer is advised to deliver relevant theoretical
instruction with demonstrations as required to perform
each learning working assignment.
Related Practical LWA 1/1. Perform Bench Work
Exercises (PEXs) PEX 1.1. Hold work piece
PEX 1.2. Take measurements
PEX 1.3. Produce datum surfaces
PEX 1.4. Perform marking out
PEX 1.5. Perform cutting operations
PEX 1.6. Perform chipping operations
PEX 1.7. Perform drilling operations
PEX 1.8. Perform reaming operations
PEX 1.9. Perform threading
PEX 1.10. Carry out filing
PEX 1.11. Carry out scrapping
LWA 1/2. Perform Basic Operation in a Center Lathe
PEX 2.1. Set work
PEX 2.2. Set tool
PEX 2.3. Perform surfacing
12 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020
PEX 2.4. Perform center drilling
PEX 2.5. Support work piece
PEX 2.6. Perform plain turning
PEX 2.7. Perform chamfering
PEX 2.8. Perform threading
PEX 2.9. Perform drilling
PEX 2.10.Perform boring
PEX 2.11.Produce a taper
PEX 2.12.Knurl surface
PEX 2.13.Recess work piece
LWA 1/3. Perform Basic Operations on a Milling Machine
PEX 2.1. Fix machine attachments and accessories
PEX 2.2. Perform vertical operations
PEX 2.3. Perform horizontal operations
LWA 1/4. Perform Basic Operations on a Shaper
PEX 4.1. Hold work piece
PEX 4.2. Clamp tools
PEX 4.3. Set stroke
PEX 4.4. Produce vertical flat surface
PEX 4.5. Produce horizontal flat surface
LWA 1/5. Practice Use of Bench/Hand Tools
PEX 5.1. Take measurements
PEX 5.2. Perform cutting
PEX 5.3. Perform finishing
LWA 1/6. Grind Tools
PEX 6.1. Identify the tools
PEX 6.2. Mount wheels
PEX 6.3. Balance wheels
PEX 6.4. Adjust tool rest
PEX 6.5. Sharpen tools
LWA 1/7. Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental
Protection Practices
PEX 7.1. Administer first aid
PEX 7.2. Wear personnel protective equipment
PEX 7.3. Keep gang ways clear
PEX 7.4. Clean tools and equipment
PEX 7.5. Store tools and equipment
PEX 7.6. Manage waste
PEX 7.7. Display safety signs
PEX 7.8. Perform firefighting
PEX 7.9. Train workers
Precautions, rules and regulations on occupational health,
Occupational health safety and environmental protection included in the listed
and safety related knowledge should be observed and demonstrated
during LWAs and PEXs.

13 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Pre-requisite modules None

For occupational theory suggested for instruction/

demonstration, the trainer is not limited to the outline below. In
any case, related knowledge/ theory may be obtained from
various recognised reference materials as appropriate:
 Drilling operations
Related knowledge/
 Marking out
theory
 Electroplating
 Etching
 Blackening
 Tools and equipment
 Tools storage and maintenance
Average duration of 1280hrs (8 months) of normal learning suggested.
learning  2 months of occupational theory.
 6 months of occupational practice.

Suggestions on The acquisition of competencies (skills, Knowledge, attitudes)

described in this module may take place at a training center or
organisation of its equivalent provided all equipment and materials required
learning for training are in place.
Assessment to be conducted according to established
Assessment regulations by a recognised assessment body using related
practical and written test items from item bank.

Minimum required drilling machine table, lathe machine, knurling tool, chamfer,
tools/ equipment/ drills, chucks, vice, cutting tools, milling machine, shaping
implements or machine, slotting machine, drilling machine, grinding machine,
equivalent scriber, emery, rotary table, end mills

Minimum required copper sulphate, coolants, wax, gloves, plates, castings, rods,
materials and goggles, lubricants
consumables or
equivalent

Special notes The theory must be integrated into the practice during training.

14 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Code UE/FM/M1.2
Module title M1.2: Perform Basic Finishing
Part of:
Related Qualification Uganda Vocational Qualification
(FITTER MACHINIST UVQ1)
Qualification Level 1

At the end of this module, the trainee shall be able to finish a

Module purpose
product

Learning-Working LWA 2/1. Perform Fitting Finishing

Assignments (LWAs) LWA 2/2. Perform Machining Finishing
LWA 2/3. Perform Occupational Health, Safety and
Environmental Protection Practices
Note:
1. The learning exercises must be repeated until the
trainee acquires a targeted competence.
2. The trainer is advised to deliver relevant theoretical
instructions with demonstrations as required to perform
each learning working assignment.
Related Practical LWA 2/1. Perform Fitting Finishing
Exercises (PEXs) PEX 1.1. Select tools
PEX 1.2. Perform draw filing
PEX 1.3. Scrape surfaces
PEX 1.4. Chamfer edges
PEX 1.5. Blue surface
PEX 1.6. Paint surface
LWA 2/2. Perform Machining Finishing
PEX 2.1. Select tools, equipment
PEX 2.2. Chamfer edges
PEX 2.3. Perform polishing
PEX 2.4. Grind surface
PEX 2.5. Ream holes
PEX 2.6. Chase threads
PEX 2.7. Paint surface
LWA 2/3. Perform Occupational Health, Safety and
Environmental Protection Practices
PEX 3.1. Wear protective gear
PEX 3.2. Cover rotating parts
PEX 3.3. Lubricate moving parts
PEX 3.4. Manage waste
PEX 3.5. Administer first aid
PEX 3.6. Display safety signs
PEX 3.7. Use tools with safety handles

15 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020
PEX 3.8. Perform fire fighting

Precautions, rules and regulations on occupational health,

Occupational health safety and environmental protection included in the listed
and safety related knowledge should be observed and demonstrated
during LWAs and PEXs.

Pre-requisite modules None

For occupational theory suggested for instruction/

demonstration, the trainer is not limited to the outline below. In
any case, related knowledge/ theory may be obtained from
various recognised reference materials as appropriate:
 Finishing methods and techniques
 Safety Precautions
Related knowledge/
theory  Materials
 Tools and equipment usage
 Regulations and Policies
 Sanitation criteria
 There should be no vibration when the tool is firm in the
tool post
 Ø stands for diameter
Average duration of 320 hours (2months) of nominal learning suggested to include
learning  16 days of occupational theory and
 24 days of occupational practice

Suggestions on The acquisition of competencies (skills, knowledge, attitudes)

described in this module may take place at a training center or
organisation of its equivalent provided all equipment and materials required
learning for training are in place.
Assessment to be conducted according to established
Assessment regulations by a recognised assessment body using related
practical and written test items from item bank
files, emery paper, scrappers, reamers, grinder, vanier caliper,
micrometer screw gauge, thread chaser, surface gauge, dial
Minimum required
gauge, knurling tool, surface plate, tri square, radius gauge,
tools/ equipment/
limit gauge, thread gauge, seal tape, measuring tape,
implements or
hammer, surface grinder, lathe machine, milling machine,
equivalent
marking-on table, anvil block, bench vice, pressing machine,
gaggles, gloves, swag block, files, hack saw blades
Minimum required paint, oil, coolant, abrasive, filler, grinding wheels, puller
materials and
consumables or
equivalent

Special notes The theory must be integrated into the practice during training

16 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Code UE/FM/M1.3
Module title M1.3: Perform Basic Entrepreneurship Skills
Part of:
Related
Uganda Vocational Qualification
Qualification
(FITTER MACHINIST UVQ1)
Qualification Level 1
At the end of this module, a trainee shall be able to establish and
Module purpose operate a fitting and machinist workshop in a designated area of
choice
Learning-Working LWA 3/1. Establish Fitting and Machining Business
Assignments LWA 3/2. Set Up Workshop Structure
(LWAs) LWA 3/3. Market Products
LWA 3/4. Mobilise Resources
LWA 3/5. Manage Resources
LWA 3/6. Perform Occupational Health, Safety and
Environmental Protection Practices

Note:
1. The learning exercises must be repeated until the trainee
acquires a targeted competence.
2. The trainer is advised to deliver relevant theoretical
instruction with demonstrations as required to perform each
learning working assignment.
Related Practical LWA 3/1. Establish Fitting and Machining Business
Exercises (PEXs) PEX 1.1. Conduct basic market research
PEX 1.2. Develop business plan
PEX 1.3. Determine location
PEX 1.4. Determine human resource
PEX 1.5. Determine source of raw materials
PEX 1.6. Determine source of capital
LWA 3/2. Set up Workshop Structure
PEX 2.1. Select site
PEX 2.2. Hire construction services
PEX 2.3. Make site layout
PEX 2.4. Design structures
PEX 2.5. Secure construction materials
PEX 2.6. Fence off site
PEX 2.7. Take measurements of site
PEX 2.8. Erect structures

17 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

LWA 3/3. Market Products

PEX 3.1. Cost product
PEX 3.2. Advertise products
PEX 3.3. Carryout customer care services
PEX 3.4. Negotiate with clients
PEX 3.5. Network with clients
PEX 3.6. Network with peers
PEX 3.7. Brand products
LWA 3/4. Mobilise resources
PEX 4.1. Purchase tools and materials
PEX 4.2. Recruit workers
PEX 4.3. Secure funds
LWA 3/5. Manage Resources
PEX 5.1. Manage human resources
PEX 5.2. Manage financial resources
PEX 5.3. Keep records
PEX 5.4. Pay bills
LWA 3/6. Perform Occupational Health, Safety and
Environmental Protection Practices
PEX 6.1. Administer first aid
PEX 6.2. Wear personnel protective equipment
PEX 6.3. Keep gang ways clear
PEX 6.4. Clean tools and equipment
PEX 6.5. Store tools and equipment
PEX 6.6. Manage waste
PEX 6.7. Train workers
PEX 6.8. Display safety signs
PEX 6.9. Perform firefighting
Occupational health Precautions, rules and regulations on occupational health, safety
and safety and environmental protection included in the listed related
knowledge should be observed and demonstrated during LWAs
and PEXs.
Pre-requisite
None
modules
For occupational theory suggested for instruction/
demonstration, the trainer is not limited to the outline below. In
any case, related knowledge/ theory may be obtained from
various recognised reference materials as appropriate:
Related knowledge/  Business ethics
theory  Innovation
 Communication
 Management
 Financial literacy
 Writing skills

18 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Average duration of 80hrs (0 days) of nominal learning suggested to include:

learning  5 days of occupational theory and
 5 days of occupational practice

Suggestions on The acquisition of competencies (skills, knowledge, attitudes)

described in this module may take place at a training center or
organisation of its equivalent provided all equipment and materials required for
learning training are in place.
Assessment to be conducted according to established
Assessment regulations by a recognised assessment body using related
practical and written test items from item bank

Minimum required library, helmets, gloves, writing tools

tools/ equipment/
implements or
equivalent

Minimum required safety signs, first aid kit box

materials and
consumables or
equivalent

Special notes The theory must be integrated into the practice during training

19 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Code UE/FM/M1.4
Module title M1.4: Maintain Hand Tools and Workshop Equipment
Part of:
Related Qualification Uganda Vocational Qualification
(FITTER MACHINIST UVQ1)
Qualification Level 1

By the end of this module, the trainee shall be able to maintain

Module purpose
hand tools and workshop equipment used in a workshop

Learning-Working LWA 4.1. Service Hand Tools

Assignments (LWAs) LWA 4.2. Service Workshop Equipment
LWA 4.3. Store Tools
LWA 4.4. Perform Occupational Health, Safety and
Environmental Protection Practices

Note:
1. The learning exercises mat be repeated until the
trainee acquires a targeted competence.
2. The trainer is advised to deliver relevant theoretical
instruction with demonstrations as required to perform
each learning working assignment.
Related Practical LWA 4.1. Service Workshop Equipment
Exercises (PEXs) PEX 1.1. Clean workshop equipment
PEX 1.2. Clear gang ways
PEX 1.3. Grease workshop equipment
PEX 1.4. Oil workshop equipment
PEX 1.5. Test equipment
PEX 1.6. Replace worn out equipment
PEX 1.7. Repair damaged workshop equipment
LWA 4.2. Service Hand Tools
PEX 2.1. Identify hand tools
PEX 2.2. Clean hand tools
PEX 2.3. Re-sharpen hand tools
PEX 2.4. Recondition deformed hand tools
PEX 2.5. Replace broken hand tools
LWA 4.3. Store tools
PEX 3.1. Clean store
PEX 3.2. Install shelves
PEX 3.3. Label shelves
PEX 3.4. Pack tools
PEX 3.5. Keep tool records

20 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

LWA 4.4. Perform Occupational Health and Environmental

Protection Practices
PEX 4.1. Maintain sanitation
PEX 4.2. Sensitise workers on health and safety
PEX 4.3. Use personnel protective equipment
PEX 4.4. Store tools and equipment
PEX 4.5. Practice bio-safety measures
PEX 4.6. Perform firefighting
PEX 4.7. Administer first aid
PEX 4.8. Manage waste
PEX 4.9. Comply with safety policies and regulation
Precautions, rules and regulations on occupational health,
Occupational health safety and environmental protection included in the listed
and safety related knowledge should be observed and demonstrated
during LWAs and PEXs.

Pre-requisite modules None

For occupational theory suggested for instruction/

demonstration, the trainer is not limited to the outline below. In
any case, related knowledge/ theory may be obtained from
various recognised reference materials as appropriate:
Routine/Preventive
Related knowledge/  Cleaning
theory  Oiling
 Greasing
Repair
 Replace worn out parts
 Repleanish rusted parts
 Repair broken surfaces
Average duration of 320 (40 days) of normal learning suggested.
learning  10 days of occupational theory.
 30 days of occupational practices.

Suggestions on The acquisition of competencies (skills. Knowledge, attitudes)

described in this module may take place at a training center or
organisation of its equivalent provided all equipment and materials required
learning for training are in place.
Assessment to be conducted according to established
Assessment regulations by a recognised assessment body using related
practical and written test items from item bank

Minimum required spanners, oil cans, grease guns, Allen keys, grease, oil,
tools/ equipment/ wrenches, pliers, spare parts, funnels, spanners, wire brush
implements or
equivalent

21 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 September 2020

Minimum required coolants, cotton waste, sand paper, gloves, manila paper,
materials and detergents, gaskets, water, lubricants
consumables or
equivalent

Special notes The theory must be integrated into the practice during training

22 ATP: Part II
[Training Modules]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

3.0 ATP PART III

Assessment Instruments for a FITTER MACHINIST
3.1 Assessment of occupational competence is the procedure by which evidence is
gathered and judged to decide if an individual (candidate) has met the stipulated
assessment standards or not. In this ATP the standards to assess occupational
competences are reflected in the form of the Occupational Profile and related
Test Items.

3.2 Assessment of occupational competence should comprise both practical

(performance) testing and written (theory/knowledge) testing.

3.3 Based on the Occupational Profile, a combined panel of job practitioners and
Instructors developed a substantial number of test items for assessing (practical)
performance as well as items for assessing occupational knowledge (theory) all
stored in an electronic Test Item Bank (TIB) at Directorate of Industrial Training.

3.4 Performance (Practical) Test Items (PTI) are closely related to typical work
situations in Ugandan business and manufacturing enterprises. They comprise a
test assignment for candidates and assessment criteria and/or scoring guides for
assessors’ use.

3.5 Written Test items (WTI) for written testing of occupational theory, (knowledge)
are presented in different forms which include:
 Short answer test items.
 Multiple choice test items and,
 Matching test items, These WTIs herein focus on functional understanding as
well as trouble-shooting typically synonymous with the world of work.

3.6 Composition of assessment / test papers will always require good choices of
different types of WTI in order to ensure the assessment of relevant occupational
knowledge required of candidates to exhibit competence.
3.7 The test items contained in the Test Item Bank may be used for continuous /
formative assessment during the process of training as well as for summative
assessment of candidates who have acquired their competences non-formally/or
informally.
3.8 In this document, the following samples of test items for assessing both
performance (practical) and occupational knowledge (theory) of FITTER
MACHINIST are included.

23 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

3.9 Overview of Test Item Samples Included

No. Type of Test Item Numbers included

1 Written (Theory)- short answer 2

2. Written (Theory)- multiple choice 2

3. Written (Theory)- matching item - generic 1

4. Written (Theory)- (work sequence) 2

5. Performance (practical) test item 2

Total 9

24 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

WRITTEN TEST ITEMS (SAMPLES)

Test Item Database
DIT/ QS Written (Theory) Test Item- No. 1
Occupational Title: Fitter Machinist

Competence level: 1

Code no.
Short answer √
Multiple choice
Test Item type:
Generic Cause- Effect Work-sequence
Matching item

Complexity level: C2

Date of OP: September 2020

Related module: M 1.2

Time allocation: 4 minutes

Test Item List at least three materials needed in finishing

(i) ……………………………………………….…….

Answer spaces (ii) ……………………………………………………..

(iii) ……………………………………………………..

(i) Paint
(ii) Coolant
Expected Key (iii) Abrasive
(answer)
(iv) Grinding wheels
(v) Oil

25 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

Test Item Database

DIT/ QS Written (Theory) Test Item- No. 2
Occupational Title: Fitter Machinist

Competence level: 1

Code no.
Short answer √
Multiple choice
Test Item type: Cause-
Generic Work-sequence
Matching item Effect

Complexity level: C1

Date of OP: September 2020

Related module: M 1.1

Time allocation: 3 minutes

Test Item Name any three cutters of a milling machine

(i) ………………………………………………………

Answer spaces (ii) ……………………………………………………….

(iii) …………………………………………………….….

(i) Slotting cutter

(ii) Side and face cutter
Expected Key
(answer) (iii) Slab cutter
(iv) Gear cutter

26 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

Test Item Database

DIT/ QS Written (Theory) Test Item- No. 3
Occupational Title: Fitter Machinist

Competence level: 1

Code no.
Short answer
Multiple choice √
Test Item type:
Generic Cause- Effect Work-sequence
Matching item

Complexity level: C2

Date of OP: September 2020

Related module: M1.1

Time allocation: 2 minutes

Which of the following tools is used to remove a tapered shank

Test Item
drill from a drilling machine spindle
A. Chuck key
B. Drift
Answer spaces
C. Pair of Pliers
D. Drill tag

Key (answer) B

27 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020
Test Item Database
DIT/ QS Written (Theory) Test Item- no.4
Occupational Title: Fitter Machinist
Competence level: 1
Code no.
Short answer
Multiple choice √
Test Item type:
Generic Cause- Effect Work-sequence
Matching item

Complexity level: C1

Date of OP: September 2020

Related module: MI.3

Time allocation: 2 minutes

Test Item Which of the following tools is used to measure diameter

A. Slab mill
B. End mill
Distractors and
correct answers C. Vernier caliper
D. Tape measure

Key (answer) C

28 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020
Test Item Database
DIT/ QS Written (Theory) Test Item- no. 5
Occupational Title: Fitter Machinist
Competence level: 1
Code no.
Short answer
Multiple choice
Test Item type:
Generic Cause- Effect Work-sequence
Matching item √
Complexity level: C2
Date of OP: September 2020
Related module: M1.2
Time allocation: 4 minutes

Match the following materials, tools and equipment to their

Test item functions in a machinist workshop

Column A (Materials) Column B (Functions)

1 Turning A Reciprocating
2 Parting off B Rotary
3 Grinding C Fixed
4 Shaping D Forward translation
E Oscillating
F Cross motion

Key (answer) 1:D, 2:C, 3: B, 4: A

29 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

Test Item Database

DIT/ QS Written (Theory) Test Item- no. 6
Occupational Title: Fitter Machinist
Competence level: Level 1
Code no.
Short answer
Multiple choice
Test Item type: Cause- Work-
Generic
Matching item Effect sequence
√

Complexity level: C2

Date of OP: September 2020

Related module: MI.I

Time allocation: 5 minutes

Match the tools in Column 1 with their corresponding uses listed

Test Item in Column 2.

Column A (Tools) Column B (Uses)

1 File A Marking out
2 Vernier Caliper B Reaming work
3 Scribing block C Measuring work
4 Vice D Smoothing work
E Holding work
F Chipping work

Key (answer) 1:D, 2:C, 3: A, 4: E

30 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

Test Item Database

DIT/ QS Written (Theory) Test Item- no. 7
Occupational Title: Fitter Machinist
Competence level: Level 1
Code no.
Short answer
Multiple choice
Test Item type: Cause- Work-
Generic
Matching item Effect sequence
√
Complexity level: C2
Date of OP: September 2020
Related module: MI.I
Time allocation: 5 minutes

Test Item Re-arrange the following steps in column B in making a bolt

with a knurled head below in their chronological order.

(Chronological
Column B (work steps) in wrong chronological order
order)
1st A Face ends
2nd B Select materials
3rd C Cut to size
4th D Turn thread end
th
5 E Knurl the head
6th F Chamfer the ends
th
7 G Mark the threaded length
8th H Add the knurled head in the vice
th
9 I Cut the thread
10th J Lubricate the thread
th
11 K Protect the knurl

Key (answer) 1: B, 2:C, 3: A, 4: F, 5: G, 6:D, 7: E, 8: K, 9:H, 10: I, 11: J

31 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

PERFORMANCE TEST ITEMS

Test Item Database

DIT/ QS Performance Test Item- No.8
Occupational Title: Fitter Machinist
Competence level: 1
Code no.
Make vice screw bolt from ø30mm * 110mm long from mild
Test Item:
steel
Complexity level: P2
Date of OP: September 2020
Related modules: M1.1
Related skills and  Centre lathe machine operation skills,
knowledge:  Finishing
 Interpret drawings
 Coolants
 Safety
 Materials
 Measurement skills
 Turning and drilling
Required tools, Turning tools, knurling tools, measuring tools, thread gauges,
Materials and chucks, centre drill, chuck key, tool post spanner, mild steel
bar, lathe machine, pedestal grinder, cutting oil
Equipment:
Time allocation: 6 hours
Preferred venue: Mechanical workshop
Remarks for Follow safety and regulations
candidates No extra material will be provided
Provide tools, materials and equipment listed above to
Remarks for assessors Candidates
Workshop attendants should be available

32 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

# Assessment Scoring guide Max Score

criteria
Process Result
1 Observe safety Wore Protective Gear
 Overall 1
 Safety boots 1
 Goggles 1
 Helmet 1
2 Organize tools Assembled all the required tools and
2
and materials materials
3 Grind tools Grinded tool at clearance angle of 8-
3
12° observed
Grinded tool at rake angle of 10-15° 3
4 Set tool Set tool on Centre 2
Cutting edge coincided with center 1
Tool not over hanging 1
Tool firm in tool post 1
5 Machine vice Set work on chuck 2
screw bolt
Work ran true 1
Faced work end 1
Center drilled one end 2
Turned ø 24*20mm 1
Accurately turned ø 24*20mm 1
Turned ø 20*15mm 1
Accurately turned ø 20*15mm 1
Turned ø 12*15mm 2
Accurately turned ø 12*15mm 1
Turned undercut 3*2mm 2
Accurately turned undercut 3*2mm 1
Chamfered 45°*3mm 1
Accurately Chamfered 45°*3mm 1
Knurled ø 24mm 2
Accurately Knurled ø 24mm 2

33 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

6 Mark out work for Marked out hole centers 2

drilling
Punched hole centers 2
7 Prepare drilling Cleaned machine, spindle and table 1
machine
Clamped vice on table 1
Tight bolts observed 1
Selected drill bits 10mm and 5mm 1
8 Drill work piece Clamped work in vice 1
Drilled through work piece 2
Drilled holes observed 2
9 Die work piece Held work in bench vice 2
Cut thread M16*2 2
Thread M16*2 generated 2
10 Finish product Surfaces well generated 2
11. Cleaned work Cleaned and stored tools 2
area and stored
tools Cleaned work place 2

TOTAL 23 41
𝒙 𝒙
Maximum score x 100 x 100
𝟔𝟒 𝟔𝟒
(Y)

34 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

Test Item Database

DIT/ QS Performance Test Item- no.9
Occupational Title: Fitter Machinist
Competence level: 1
Code no.
Make a bottle opener from a 50mmx100mmx3mm from mild
Test Item: steel plate
Complexity level: P2
Date of OP: September 2020
Related modules: M1.1
Related skills and  Interpreting drawings
knowledge:  Drilling operations
 Chiseling
 Measuring skills
 Basic knowledge on machining
 Fillings
Required tools, Vernier calipers, scribing block, scribers, files, hacksaw frame
Materials and and blades, center and dot punches, hammers, anvil, steel
Equipment: rule, tri-square, calipers, scrappers, bench vice and drills,
drilling machine, paint
Time allocation: 3 hours
Preferred venue: Mechanical workshop
Remarks for Wear personnel protective gear, observe health, materials to
candidates be provided once
Provide tools, materials and equipment listed above
Remarks for assessors
Workshop attendant should be available all the time

Assessment Max. Score

# Scoring guide
criteria Process Result
1 Observe safety Wore protective gear
Overall 1
Safety boots 1
Helmet 1
Hand gloves 1
Goggles
2 Preparation of Selected required material of 50mm x
1
tools and 100mm x 3mm
materials Assembled appropriate tools 2

35 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020
3 Marking out Prepared datum surfaces 1
surfaces
Two edges at right angles observed 1
Marked out features 1
Profile to be cut out observed 1
Three holes positioned observed 1
4 Drilling holes Chain drilled holes around profile 2
Holes around profile observed 1
Drilled three holes 1
Three drilled holes observed 3
5 Chamfered holes Counter sunk three holes 3
6 Cut out profile Chipped out profile 3

Chipped profile observed 1

7 Remove excess Cut excess material using hacksaw 3
material
Bottle opener shape generated 1
8 Finished work Filed shapes to size 3
piece
Actual shape and size of bottle opener 1
observed
Filed off sharp edges 1

Smooth edges observed 1

Scraped surfaces 2
Smooth surfaces generated 2
Painted surfaces 1
9 Clean and store Cleaned work place 1
tools
Tools cleaned 1
Tools stored 1

TOTAL(Y) Process + Results `20 24

44
TOTAL 𝒙
𝑋 x
MAXIMUM 𝑦
x 100 𝟒𝟒
SCORE 100

36 ATP: Part III

[Samples of Assessment Instruments]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

4.0 ATP- PART IV

INFORMATION ON REVIEW PROCESS

4.1 Occupational Profile Review (September 2020)

The Occupational Profile was exclusively reviewed by job practitioners who were
working in the FITTER MACHINIST occupation. The job expert panel, guided by
UVQF Facilitators defined duties and tasks performed and provided additional
generic information regarding the occupation.

4.2 Training Module Review (September 2020)

Based on the Occupational Profile for Fitter Machinist of September 2020,

Training Modules were reviewed by job practitioners, guided by UVQF
Facilitators.

4.3 Test Item Review (September 2020)

Based on the Occupational Profile for Fitter Machinist of September 2020, and
Training Modules, Test Items were reviewed by combined panels of instructors
and job practitioners, guided by UVQF Facilitators.

4.4 Methodology

The rationale for the Assessment and Training Package review was to link
Vocational Education and Training to the real world of work by bridging
Occupational Standards to Training Standards through industry-led Standards-
Based Assessment.

Active participation of both instructors and job practitioners’ panels consolidated

the review philosophy.

The panelists worked as teams in workshop settings complemented by off-

workshop field research and literature review activities including international
benchmarking.

37 ATP: Part IV
[Review Process]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

4.5 Reviewing Panel

The participating panel of Job Practitioners required for different stages of the
assessment training package i.e. occupational profile, training modules,
assessment instruments were constituted by members from the following
organisations;

No. Name Institution/ Organisation

1. Kaweesa Eriya Mengo Senior School

2. Kafeero Adnan National Curriculum Development Centre

3. Kalere Godfrey Lugogo Vocational Training Institute

4. Etukoit Bernard Lugogo Vocational Training Institute
5. Boso Bernard Job Makers Centre (JOMAC)
6. Luswata Henry Kamala Maize Millers & Workshop

7. Wabwire Andrew Makerere University

8. Hasahya Moses Ndejje Secondary School

9. Owor Peter Jinja Vocational Training Institute

10. Oluk Thomas Olet Sir Samuel Baker School

4.6 Facilitator team

This Assessment and Training Package was reviewed by a Facilitator
team listed below:
1. Team Leader: Mrs. Mukyala Elizabeth Ruth, Ag Deputy Director,
DIT
2. Facilitators: Ms, Asiimwe Sarah Mashaija, DIT, Ms. Atai
Sarah, Mr. Orikiriza Andrew
3. Data Entrant: Mr. Agaba Simon, Ms. Joweria Namulondo.
4. Compiled by: Mr. Agaba Simon
5. Edited by: Mrs. Mukyala Elizabeth Ruth Ag. DD, DIT,
Qualification Standards Dept. DIT
6. Coordinated by: Mr. Byakatonda Patrick, Ag. Director, DIT.

38 ATP: Part IV
[Review Process]
 UVQF: Assessment and Training Package (ATP) for a FITTER MACHINIST
QUALIFICATION LEVEL: 1 SEPTEMBER 2020

4.7 Reference time:

The Assessment and Training Package was compiled in September - 2020
and may be periodically revised to match the dynamic trends in the
occupation and hence issued in different versions

References

1. A. Armillota, Q Semeraro . (2013). Proceedings of the Institution of

Mechanical Engineers .
2. M Capella, Q Semeraro . (2000). The International Journal of advanced
Manufacturing Technology .
3. M Capella, Q Semeraro . (2001). International Journal of Machine tools and
manufacture .
4. M Pacella, Q Semeraro . (2007). Computers & Industrial Engineering .
5. M Pacella, Q Semeraro , A Angalani . (2004). Engineering applications of
artificial intelligence .
6. Shanshan He, Daojiang Ou, Changya Yan . (n.d.). Journal of
Computational Design and Engineering .
7. ZHANG welminm ZHU zhihao , FAN liuqun CHEN. (2006). Chines Journal
of Mechanica Engineering .

39 ATP: Part IV
[Review Process]