Qualification Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to:
- Fabricate, fit, and maintain mechanical components, parts, and machines in accordance with specifications.
Entry Level Requirements:
NQF Level 1 qualification with Mathematics
Skills Obtained:
The Metal Machinist is a recognised trade qualification and prepares the person to work effectively in various industries making use of metal engineering machining skills and meet the challenges of such an environment. The primary focus of this qualification is the develop the ability to prepare for, set up and operate a range of engineering machine tools to shape and form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances, using detailed drawings and specifications. Hand skills play a large role in this qualification.
Types of Jobs Pertaining to the Trade:
- Entrepreneur / Contractor
- As a Turner in any of the industries listed
Industry work opportunities:
- Mining
- Manufacturing
- Civil
- Agriculture
- Anywhere where metal machining needs to be done
Approximate Trade Duration:
Off the job practical training
Phase 1 : Duration – 12 Weeks
Phase 2 – Duration – 12 Weeks
Phase 3 – Duration – 8 Weeks
Phase 4 – Duration – 4 Weeks (Revision and Trade Test)
Workplace (on the job) experience
12 to 18 months
