MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Practical Skills Courses

PRACTICAL SKILLS COURSES

The College offers practical training courses that are accredited by the SETAs such as the merSETA and CHIETA. Each practical course is modular or unit standard-based and are designed to support the apprentice or learnership programmes and artisans that need to improve on their skills. The courses prepare the student for the world of work, thus increasing the student’s employment opportunities.

Practical skills courses are best suited to those individuals in the trade who wish to further their knowledge in their field of work. Students from school who are not placed in an apprenticeship (with Mathematics and Science at Grade 12 level) can also complete the CBMT Apprenticeship Training course to further improve their chances of being employed and get them workshop-ready for the apprentice training.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

What do I need to have completed before I can apply to study this course?

  • Grade 12
  • Grade 11 with Maths & Science

You must have passed the following subjects at school:

  • Mathematics
  • English

COURSE DURATION

How long will it take to complete the qualification?

  • Each Phase or Level will take 10 – 11 weeks
  • Modules or Special Courses: 1 - 6 weeks
  • Enrolment in January, May and September.

COURSE LOCATION

Where can I study this course?

WELDING and FITTING & TURNING is available full-time at:


THORNTON CAMPUS


DIESEL FITTER, MOTOR MECHANICS and AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICIAN is available at:

ATHLONE CAMPUS


Enquiries:  
Mr.  Reuben Mokotedi  (Senior Lecturer) (Athlone Campus)
(T) : (021) 021 637 9183
(E) : rmokotedi@cct.edu.za

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

What courses are available?

Practical Courses
The College offers a range of practical skills courses.
  • Automotive Electrician – CBMT Training (Level 1-4)
  • Machining (Phase 1-4)
  • Diesel Fitter
  • Motor Mechanics – CBMT Training (Level 1-4)
  • Fitting (Phase 1-4)
  • Welding (Phase1-4)
  • Fitting & Turning (Phase 1-4)

CAREER OPTIONS & GENERAL FAQ's

What will I be able to do after completing the course?
  • On the successful completion of the courses you may seek employment opportunities in learnerships, apprenticeships, skilled or semi-skilled work in your field of training.
  • After the minimum years of relevant experience you may apply to do a trade test to become a fully qualified artisan.

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