Trade

Mechanical Engineering (Fitting and Machining)

Be in charge of maintenance and repair of equipment and develop your knowledge and learn how to manufacture, construct, assemble and fit components for machinery and other apparatuses.
  • SAQA ID: 67375
  • LEVEL: N2
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  • Full-time: 1 year
  • Distance: 1 - 2 years

Why Choose the Programme?

As highly skilled craftspeople, Fitters and Turners are responsible for the maintenance and repair of equipment. The more experienced Fitters and Turners can study plans and then manufacture, construct, assemble and fit components for machinery, vehicles, and other apparatuses. They are also able to set up the machinery to manufacture engineering products and repair or replace products.

Course Information

You may enter programme, with any one of the following:

  • Grade 10, 11 and 12

Mathematics and Physical Science is not a requirement.

Examinations are set and administered by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). Subjects not offered by the DHET will be run internally by Berea Technical College (BTC). All tests and examinations will take place in Durban.
  • Maintenance Fitter – Pay Estimate: +/- R150 000 to 500 000 per year
1st Year 1st Semester Subjects Mathematics, Engineering Science, Engineering Drawing, Communication
1st Year 2nd Semester Subjects Mathematics, Engineering Science, Fitting and Machining Theory, Engineering Drawing
Enquire about subjects offered via Distance Learning.
Contact a career consultant on campus or online, who will take you through the affordable Mechanical Engineering (Fitting and Machining) programme pricing structure and explain our flexible payment options.

Customised study materials which meet the programme outcomes can be accessed from the Learner Management System, Moodle. A prescribed book list is available from the academic manager at the start of the programme, although the study guide available on Moodle will sufficiently cover the exam requirements.

Moodle is an online platform, where registered students receive their study materials and other online support material with zero data costs.
  • Explore engaging online content, crafted by subject matter experts.
  • Access to customised academic repository with assignments, videos, and PowerPoint lessons.
  • 24-hour access.

On successful completion, you will receive a N2 statement of results. You may use this to enter trade school, subject to the entry requirements of the relevant trade school. You may also enter the N4 Diploma Access Programme at Berea Technical College, after fulfilling the entry requirements for the Access Programme.

Refer to the SAQA fact sheet for more options to study further.

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