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Conveyer Maintenance

Duration

5 Days

Class Capacity

Capacity is determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the course reaches full capacity, we will suggest the next available scheduled date.

Operating and maintaining the conveyer system safely.

Belt attendants, Maintenance Fitters.

Basic understanding or background of conveyor belt maintenance.

The participant will be able to:

  • Understand lock out, tag and test safety procedure.
  • Identify safety deviations on belt system.
  • Identify and lubricate bearings.
  • Identify defects on conveyor belt components such as idlers, Plummer blocks and gearbox.
  • Identify defects on conveyor belt safety system and associated components.

Carry Out Detailed Electrical Inspection on Overhead Head Lines

Duration

2 Days

Class Capacity

Capacity is determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the course reaches full capacity, we will suggest the next available scheduled date.

This course is for qualified electricians who maintain the overhead lines.

Qualified electricians who have completed the MV course.

Qualified Artisan.

The participant will be able to:

  • Understanding the risks when working on an overhead line understand the method of earthing the line checking line voltages resting replacing fusible links.

Medium Voltage Cable Joint Termination

Duration

3 Days

Class Capacity

Capacity is determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the course reaches full capacity, we will suggest the next available scheduled date.

This Medium Voltage Cable Joint and Termination course is intended for workers who will be performing the task of joining and terminating MV cables. We offer a course because joining and terminating MV cables plays a big role in the distribution of power and management of distribution systems. Their correct way of joining and terminating cables can save lives and prevent equipment damage. The purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive overview how to join and terminate MV cables for those involved in electrical power systems.

A qualified electrician or anyone who works with a qualified electrician on or near power generation, transmission, or distribution systems should attend this course. Additionally, supervisors, managers, safety personnel, and those responsible for ensuring a safe work environment should attend this course.

Electrician.

The participant will be able to:

  • Plan to join MV cable.
  • Prepare the Medium Voltage cable and work area.
  • Joint Medium Voltage cable.
  • Complete the work task.

Medium Voltage Novice

Duration

5 days 

Class Capacity

Capacity is determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the course reaches full capacity, we will suggest the next available scheduled date.

This Medium voltage course is intended for workers who will be performing the role of an authorised High Voltage Switching Operator. We offer a medium voltage training course because medium voltage plays a big role in the distribution of power and management of distribution systems. Their correct installation, operation and maintenance can save lives and prevent equipment damage. The purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive overview about medium voltage for those involved in electrical power systems.

A qualified electrician or anyone who works with a qualified electrician on or near power generation, transmission, or distribution systems should attend this medium voltage switchgear training course. Additionally, supervisors, managers, safety personnel, and those responsible for ensuring a safe work environment should attend this course.

Qualified Electrician.

The participant will be able to:

  • Operate and maintain medium voltage equipment.
  • Control of activities
  • Substations and other electrical installation
  • Fault find a reticulation system.
  • Maintain transformers.
  • Correct Phasing sequence
  • V. Switchgear
  • V Reticulation drawings and operation
  • Injection Testing

Medium Voltage

Duration

3 Days

Class Capacity

Capacity is determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the course reaches full capacity, we will suggest the next available scheduled date.

This Medium voltage course is intended for workers who will be performing the role of an authorised High Voltage Switching Operator. We offer a medium voltage training course because medium voltage plays a big role in the distribution of power and management of distribution systems. Their correct installation, operation and maintenance can save lives and prevent equipment damage. The purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive overview about medium voltage for those involved in electrical power systems.

A qualified electrician or anyone who works with a qualified electrician on or near power generation, transmission, or distribution systems should attend this medium voltage switchgear training course. Additionally, supervisors, managers, safety personnel, and those responsible for ensuring a safe work environment should attend this course.

Qualified Electrician.

The participant will be able to:

  • Operate and maintain medium voltage equipment.
  • Control of activities
  • Substations and other electrical installation
  • Fault find a reticulation system.
  • Maintain transformers.
  • Correct Phasing sequence
  • V. Switchgear
  • V Reticulation drawings and operation
  • Injection Testing

Medium Voltage Refresher

Duration

2 Days

Class Capacity

Capacity is determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the course reaches full capacity, we will suggest the next available scheduled date.

This Medium voltage course is intended for workers who will be performing the role of an authorised High Voltage Switching Operator. We offer a medium voltage training course because medium voltage plays a big role in the distribution of power and management of distribution systems. Their correct installation, operation and maintenance can save lives and prevent equipment damage. The purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive overview about medium voltage for those involved in electrical power systems.

A qualified electrician or anyone who works with a qualified electrician on or near power generation, transmission, or distribution systems should attend this medium voltage switchgear training course. Additionally, supervisors, managers, safety personnel, and those responsible for ensuring a safe work environment should attend this course.

Qualified Electrician.

The participant will be able to:

  • Operate and maintain medium voltage equipment.
  • Control of activities
  • Substations and other electrical installation
  • Fault find a reticulation system.
  • Maintain transformers.
  • Correct Phasing sequence
  • V. Switchgear
  • V Reticulation drawings and operation
  • Injection Testing

Substation Awareness

Duration

1 Day

Class Capacity

Capacity is determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the course reaches full capacity, we will suggest the next available scheduled date.

This course is for information around the risks of entering into the substation.

This is for qualified instrumentation mechanicians who work on control system in the substation, they cannot enter the substation without an appointed electrician.

Qualified Artisan.

The participant will be able to:

  • Understand the legal implications when entering a substation understand the risks when working in a substation.

Test & Maintain Electrical Mini Sub Stations

Duration

3 Days

Class Capacity

Capacity is determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. If the course reaches full capacity, we will suggest the next available scheduled date.

This is for maintaining the mini substations, knowing all the safety requirements.

Qualified electricians who have completed the MV course.

Qualified Artisan.

The participant will be able to:

  • Understanding the hazards and risks when working on a mini substation switching the substation checking voltages and phasing setting tap changes general maintenance points on the substation.

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Basic Arc welding

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Learn how to correctly interpret welding symbols on engineering drawings. You will also learn how to set up arc welding equipment and safe use. Learn to bead and weave weld, fillet and corner joints and horizontal butt joints.

Anyone that is in the industry where a lot of prefabricated pipe work is done.

16 years old.

The participant will be able to:

  • How to calculate angles and set contour marker.
  • Correct use of contour marker.
  • Adjust the front wheel alignment.
  • How to mark out pipes correct.

Contour marker

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Learn how to mark off a various types of pipe laterals, T-pieces, and unequal pipe laterals. with different angles and diameters.

Anyone that is in the industry where a lot of prefabricated pipe work is done.

16 years old.

The participant will be able to:

  • How to calculate angles and set contour marker.
  • Correct use of contour marker.
  • Adjust the front wheel alignment.
  • How to mark out pipes correct.

Drawing Development

Duration

10 – 15 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Understanding the principals of developing methods. Being able to read and understand drawings. Understand where and when to keep thicknesses in mind and when to use MD.

Boilermakers.

Basic understanding or background of developments and drawings.

The participant will be able to:

  • Be able to do all types of drawing methods, like Triangulation, Straight-line and radial line methods.
  • You will be able to draw to size and how and where to keep the thickness of material in mind. Do the layout patterns of the drawing and form there the development if required.
  • Will learn how to do all the calculations with a calculator to get to the correct heights or angles.

MIG Welding

Duration

5 days (with experience)

10 days (without)

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Metal inert gas (MIG) is an arc welding process that uses a continuous solid wire electrode heated and fed into weld pool from a welding gun. The gun feeds a shielding gas alongside the electrode helping protect the weld pool. It Is also known as CO2 or SMAW. You will learn to set up the machine and safe operating it in all welding positions. Set up and use cutting torch for preparation of steel.

Any person that is interested to up lift their skill in welding and are making use of MIG welding in their workshop or Garage or fixing exhaust. Companies with production time lost due to lack of training.

Basic knowledge of the welding process and methods.

The participant will be able to:

  • You will know how to safely set up a MIG welding machine.
  • Prepare material and set machine to weld different positions. Butt joints, corner joints, horizontal butt joints, overhead joints and vertical up.

Oxy Acetylene Cutting Welding and Grinding

Duration

10 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Understanding the principals and operation of Oxy-Acetylene, welding and grinding. Being able to assemble cutting equipment and apply correct methods of operations on grinding materials. How to cut steel with oxy-Acetylene and bevel it, after that how to prepare the steel for welding.

Boilermaker, Welder and cutting torch operator.

Basic understanding or background of Oxy- Acetylene cutting, welding, and grinding machines. basic knowledge of the welding process and methods.

The participant will be able to:

  • In this Couse you will learn how to do the following on Oxy-Acetylene cutting Standard Equipment, Safety Equipment, Fire Risk, Ventilation, Connections, Daily inspections, Arresters and valves, Torch Transport, and the safety requirements for cutting torch operations.
  • On the grinder you will learn all the parts of the grinder and operation of the grinder. All the deferent discs for the grinder and their applications. How to bevel steel with the Cutting torch and how to clean steel with the grinder.

TIG Welding

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), also known as Tungsten inert gas welding (TIG) is used in many industries. This course will over you how to set the equipment up correct and safe. It will also teach you to weld thin material as well as a verity of ferrous and nonferrous material like carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminium. Set up and use cutting torch for preparation of steel.

Anyone that specialize in detailed welding, carbon steel welding, aluminum welding, and stainless-steel welding.

Basic understanding or background of hydraulic systems and machines. basic knowledge of the welding process and methods.

The participant will be able to:

  • You will know how to set up and use TIG equipment correct and safe.
  • All terms and parts identify.
  • How to purge and prevent Colliflower on the welds.
  • Weld variety of joints and pipes in different positions.

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Basic Hydraulics

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Understanding the principals of hydraulics. Being able to read and understand the schematic diagrams. Constructing a circuit correctly and setting the required pressures. Fault finding techniques and components identification.

Hydraulic fitter.

Basic understanding or background of hydraulic systems and machines.

The participant will be able to:

  • State the differences between hydraulics and pneumatics, the functions of hydraulic oil, the factors that can influence a hydraulic system and the basic components of a hydraulic circuit and their functions.
  • Test and determine the volumetric efficiency of the hydraulic pump, state the types of pumps commonly used in hydraulics and the difference between a variable and fixed displacement pump.
  • Indicate flow when operating different components.
  • Construct the circuit according to the schematic diagram, adjust the pressure relief and indicate the correct flow.
  • State the six rules for determining the length of a hose and the functions of an adaptor.
  • Record the fluid flow at specified increments and determine which components are faulty. State the seven basic steps for trouble shooting.

Basic Pneumatics

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Understanding the principals of pneumatics. Being able to read and understand the schematic diagrams. Constructing a circuit correctly and setting the required pressures. Basic fault-finding techniques and components identification.

Pneumatic fitter / fitter.

Basic understanding or background of pneumatics.

The participant will be able to:

  • State the two most important factors to consider when working with a pneumatic system. State the five basic components and their functions and the daily maintenance which must be done on the receiver.
  • Construct a circuit controlling the speed of a single acting cylinder.
  • Construct a circuit controlled from two different points.
  • Design and construct a circuit so that a double acting cylinder piston rod will extend fully after operating a push button and, after extended to its maximum, automatically return to its original position.
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Basic Rigging

Duration

3 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Identify different equipment and rigging components. Lifting techniques. Moving techniques. Ladder safety.

Assistants, Artisans and Aids.

Literacy skills and medically fit

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify all lifting equipment’s.
  • Know one use for each equipment.
  • Use different Slinging methods.
  • Lift and move a heavy load using different techniques.
  • Inspect and use ladders safely.

Fault Finding Hydraulics

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Understanding the principles of hydraulics. Being able to read and understand the schematic diagrams. Constructing a circuit correctly and settings required pressures. Fault finding techniques and components identification.

Maintenance Fitters, Hydraulic Fitters, Fitter aides. diesel mechanic, tractor mechanic, HEM mechanic

Basic understanding or background of hydraulics maintenance.

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify safety procedures and steps.
  • Read and build hydraulic circuit.
  • Fault finding using different methodology.
  • Service hydraulic pack.
  • Identify faulty hydraulic hoses and couplings.

Fault Finding Pneumatics

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Refreshing the basic knowledge of pneumatics and explaining the fault-finding process and components identification. Understanding the principals of pneumatics. Being able to read and understand the schematic diagrams. Constructing a circuit correctly and setting the required pressures.

Maintenance fitter. Packaging process operators.

Basic understanding or background of pneumatics.

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify safety procedures and steps.
  • Read and build pneumatic circuit.
  • Fault finding using different methodology.
  • Compressor inspections.
  • Identify and replace defective hoses and couplings.

Fitter and Turner Theory Refresher Course

Duration

2 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Refresh the knowledge of the Fitter and Turner regarding the general machining practice. This includes material and cutting processes appropriate to them.

Qualified Fitter and Turner working in a Machine Shop.

Qualified Fitter and Turner.

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify cutting tools and the material that they are used for.
  • Identify machining faults related to feed and speed settings.

Safe Lifting Orientation

Duration

1 Day

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

Learning how to inspect all lifting equipment, recording them on the register, lift and move loads safely and effectively.

Artisan aids, Artisans, and assistants.

Literacy skills, medical fitness.

The participant will be able to:

  • Inspect all lifting equipment.
  • Maintain and store lifting equipment.
  • Use different slinging methods.
  • Recoding of lifting equipment

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Basic Air Brake System

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

This 5-day course will refresh the artisan’s knowledge and skill with regard to port markings and their functions, adjustment of the pressures for the system. And the adjustment of the brakes on the axels.

Diesel Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, and Tractor Mechanic

Qualified Mechanic.

The participant will be able to:

  • State the functions of all the valves and related equipment in the brake system.
  • Indicate the flow of air on a schematic diagram of the brake system when.
    • The foot brake pedal is depressed, and the front brake boosters come into operation.
    • The foot brake pedal is depressed, and the rear brake boosters come into operation.
    • The hand brake is applied.
    • Test and adjust the load sensing valve.

Hydraulic Brake System

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

This 5-day course will refresh the artisan’s knowledge and skill with regard to, hydraulic brake adjustment, repairs to the brake system and the identification of faults and their repairs.

Diesel Mechanic, Motor Mechanic and Tractor Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic.

Qualified Mechanic.

The participant will be able to:

  • Replace the brake shoes and brake pads on a front and rear wheel brake assembly.
  • Overhaul the hydraulic system.
  • Adjust the brakes, hand brake and the master cylinder.
  • All safety procedures must be adhered to identify faults and sate their causes.

Service a Petrol or Light Diesel Vehicle

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

This is a 5-day short course, and it is intended to place a narrow focus on the performance required to effectively service a vehicle.

Anyone who wants to service their own vehicle engine.

No Requirement.

The participant will be able to:

  • Inspect and test the battery.
  • Inspect and test the cooling system.
  • Drain and refill the crankcase with new oil.
  • Replace the fuel, oil, and air filters.

Wheel Alignment Refresher

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

This is a 5-day short course, and it is intended to place a narrow focus on the performance required to effectively do wheel alignment on a vehicle.

Diesel and Motor Mechanics.

Qualified Mechanic.

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify the different types of steering units.
  • Adjust and centralise the steering.
  • Adjust the front wheel alignment.
  • Complete a Condition Report on the steering unit.
  • Do wheel bearing pre-load.

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Advanced Electronics

Duration

10 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

This 10-day course will equip you with valuable knowledge on how to construct basic amplifiers, transistor switching circuits and multivibrators. You will also learn how to use operational amplifiers, MOSFETS, JFETS and Logic gates.

Anyone meeting the entry level requirements.

Basic Electronics & Basic Electronics Level 2

The participant will be able to:

  • Construct & test transistor amplifiers.
  • Using a transistor as a switch
  • Construct & test multivibrators.
  • Construct & test operational amplifiers.
  • Construct & test MOSFET & JFET circuits.
  • Test logic gates.
  • Test and fault find phase-controlled circuits.

Basic Electronics Level 1

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

This 5-day course will equip you with valuable knowledge of electronic components and circuits. In this course you will learn about resistors, capacitors, diodes & Zener diodes. You will also learn how to design, solder and desolder a circuit.

Anyone.

Knowledge of testing instruments and basic electricity will be beneficial.

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify & use resistors.
  • Solder and de-solder components.
  • Identify & use capacitors.
  • Identify, use & test diodes.
  • Identify, use & test Zener diodes.

Basic Electronics Level 2

Duration

10 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

This 10-day course will equip you with valuable knowledge of how to identify and use transistors, thyristors, rectification circuits, regulated power supplies and phase-controlled circuits. You will also learn how to use an oscilloscope and fault find basic electronic circuits.

Anyone meeting the entry level requirements.

Basic Electronics

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify & use transistors.
  • Build & test rectification circuits.
  • Build & test regulated power supplies.
  • Identify different transistor configurations.
  • Use an oscilloscope (Digital, Analogue & portable)
  • Test and fault find phase-controlled circuits.

Advanced Motor Starters

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

The course will equip you with valuable knowledge of how to safely start a motor and it provides a low voltage and overcurrent protection of the motor.

Anyone with interest in electrical field.

Minimum Grade 9

The participant will be able to:

  • Generation of electricity knowledge and skills
  • How it works
  • How its transmitted through out your home
  • How to test inspect and do fault finding on single phase installation

Basic Programmable Logic Controllers

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

The PLC Short course is a 5-day course and will introduce you to the various possibilities that programmable logic controllers have to offer. In this course, you will learn the terminology, languages, and operation of PLCs. You will be introduced to Ladder Logic along with basic design, program, and wiring skills. At the end of this course, you will be able to design, program and commission simple ladder logic programs & circuits. This course will additionally open you up to the different learning opportunities in the ever-evolving world of automation.

Electricians, Instrument Mechanician, Anyone with basic knowledge on electrical circuits or automation.

A working knowledge on relays and reading of diagrams and circuit drawings will be beneficial.

The participant will be able to:

  • Have working knowledge of a PLC.
  • Be able to write a programme for a given PLC.
  • Be able to write a program according to a list of instructions.

Pole Changing Motor Starters

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

The course will equip you with valuable knowledge of how to safely start a motor and it provides a low voltage and overcurrent protection of the motor.

An electrical assistant who needs to advance his knowledge in the electrical field.

Fundamentals of electricity

The participant will be able to:

  • Detailed knowledge of how to control the speed of the motor.

Star Delta Motor Starters

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

The course will equip you with valuable knowledge of how to safely start a motor and it provides a low voltage and overcurrent protection of the motor.

An electrical assistant who needs to advance his knowledge in the electrical field.

Fundamentals of electricity

The participant will be able to:

  • How to start and stop the motor safely

Transformer Maintenance

Duration

5 Days

Class Schedule

You may initiate the course on any Monday, subject to the availability of workshops.

This Transformer course is intended for workers who will be performing the maintenance of transformers. We offer a course because Transformers plays a big role in the distribution of power and management of distribution systems. Their correct installation, operation and maintenance can save lives and prevent equipment damage. The purpose of this course is to provide a comprehensive overview about Transformer maintenance for those involved in electrical power systems.

A qualified electrician or anyone who works with a qualified electrician on or near power generation, transmission, or distribution systems should attend this Transformer training course. Additionally, supervisors, managers, safety personnel, and those responsible for ensuring a safe work environment should attend this course.

Qualified Electrician or Aide

The participant will be able to:

  • Plan to maintain Medium/High Voltage transformers.
  • Prepare to maintain Medium/High Voltage transformers.
  • Inspect, test, and maintain Medium/High Voltage transformers.
  • Complete Work Task.

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Training Programme

Rigging Skills

Duration

Days
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Candidates​

People
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ABET Level 4

Artisans
Foremen
Engineers Assistants
Engineers

To obtain knowledge and understanding when using rigging equipment to lift and move loads.

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify and inspect rigging equipment.
  • Lift equipment safely using the correct slinging methods.
  • Move equipment safely using various techniques.
  • Handle equipment safely using various techniques.
  • Understand rope charts, safe working loads, breaking loads.

Training Programme

Resin Capping

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Inspection and Maintenance of Hoist Ropes.

Artisans
Foremen
Engineers

To obtain knowledge and understanding regarding the installation of Resin Capping on a Winder Rope.

The participant will be able to:

  • Understand CSIR evaluation for white metal and Resin Capping.
  • Understand Resin Capping of steel wire rope.
  • Explain task procedure for Resin Capping.
  • Understand health and safety date sheet or Resin Capping.
  • Install resin into a winder rope socket – practical.

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Training Programme

Basic Electronics Module 1

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Artisans (Electrical, Instrumentation,Millwright and Junior Engineers)

Artisans
Foremen
Engineers

Artisan, Foremen, Trainee engineers, Engineers and Instrument Machanicians / Technicians will be equipped electronic knowledge and skills.

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify and use Resistors.
  • Identify and use Capacitors.
  • Identify and use Inductors.
  • Identify and use Diodes.
  • Use an Oscilloscope.
  • Rectification circuits.

Training Programme

Basic Electronics Module 2

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Artisans (Electrical, Instrumentation,Millwright and Junior Engineers)

Artisans
Foremen
Engineers

Artisan, Foremen, Trainee Engineers, and Engineers will be equipped with electronics systems knowledge and skills.

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify Zener diodes.
  • Voltage doubler.
  • Identify Transistor action.
  • Identify Transistor configuration.
  • Regulated power supply.
  • Test Thyristor.
  • Thyristor phase control.
  • Solder components.

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]]> https://artisantraining.co.za/short-courses/short-courses-electronics/feed/ 0 Short Courses - Boilermaking / Welding https://artisantraining.co.za/short-courses/short-courses-boilermaking-welding/ https://artisantraining.co.za/short-courses/short-courses-boilermaking-welding/#respond Tue, 21 May 2019 12:52:05 +0000 https://www.artisantraining.co.za/?p=1036 Training Programme Advanced Arc Welding Duration 0 Days Candidates​ 0 People Minimum Entry Requirements Boiler Maker / Welder Trade Certificate Aimed At Artisans Foreman Objective To perform various welding positions and joints. Learning outcomes (Critical content / Tasks) The participant will be able to: Use various welding techniques. Weld various Fillet and Groove weld positions / joints. Weld a vertical-up […]

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Training Programme

Advanced Arc Welding

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Boiler Maker / Welder Trade Certificate

Artisans
Foreman

To perform various welding positions and joints.

The participant will be able to:

  • Use various welding techniques.
  • Weld various Fillet and Groove weld positions / joints.
  • Weld a vertical-up butt joint.
  • Weld an overhead fillet joint.
  • Weld 1G, 2G, 5G, 6G Pipe positions.

Training Programme

MIG & TIG Welding

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Boiler Maker / Welder Trade Certificate

Artisans
Foreman

To perform MIG & TIG welding positions

The participant will be able to:

  • Use Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding to weld different types of metals.
  • Use Metal Inert Gas welding (MIG) equipment to weld various welding positions.
  • Set up Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welder.
  • Weld various TIG welding positions.

Training Programme

Angle Grinder

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

No Requirements

All

To use an Angle Grinder safely and correctly.

The participant will be able to:

  • Identify the different machines.
  • Identify defects in discs and different types of discs and their applications.
  • Understand the operation of the grinder.
  • Follow the correct procedure for disc replacement.
  • Using the correct protective equipment.

Training Programme

Plating Torch Cutting & Gas Welding

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Basic Oxy Acetylene & Torch Cutting.

Artisans
Artisans Aides

To assemble, cut and weld with Oxy Acetylene equipment.

The participant will be able to:

  • Apply safety and care rules of Oxy Acetylene equipment.
  • Assemble equipment.
  • Understand torch lighting procedures.
  • Set different flames.
  • Identify cutting techniques.
  • Cut different profiles.

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Training Programme

Alignment Refresher

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Artisan

Artisans
Foreman

Artisans will be equipped with alignment knowledge and skills.

The participant will be able to:

  • Align V-belt drives.
  • Align chain drives.
  • Align fluid drive couplings.
  • Align tyre couplings.
  • Align pin and bush couplings.



Training Programme

Basic Hydraulics

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Artisan

Artisans
Foreman

Artisans will be equipped with Basic Hydraulics knowledge and skills.

The participant will be able to:

  • Understand the basic principles and theory of Hydraulic including Hydraulic safety.
  • Identify Hydraulic schematic symbols and understand their application.
  • Understand Hydraulic circuit operation.
  • Understand planned maintenance associated with Hydraulic components.
  • Understand construction of industrial circuits.
  • Practice circuit construction on training panels.

Training Programme

Basic Pneumatics

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Artisan
Foremen
Engineers

Artisans
Foreman

Artisans will be equipped with basic Pneumatic knowledge and skills.

The participant will be able to:

  • Understand basic principles and theory of pneumatics.
  • Overview and safety.
  • Air treatment devices.
  • Cylinder and valve operations.
  • “Wet – Screw” rotary type compressors.
  • Identify pneumatic symbols and understand their application.
  • Understand pneumatic circuit operation.
  • Understand construction of industrial circuit.
  • Understand planned maintenance.
  • Identify motion diagrams and design of a cascade circuit diagram.
  • Fault finding different circuits.
  • Practice advanced circuit construction on training panel.

Training Programme

Conveyor Belt: Installation, Fault finding & Maintenance

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Artisan

Artisans
Foreman

Artisans will be equipped with conveyor belt installation, fault finding & maintenance knowledge and skills.

The participant will be able to:

  • Understand the installation of conveyor belt systems.
  • Identify faults on conveyor systems.
  • Maintain conveyor system.

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Training Programme

Air Brake Systems

Duration

Days
0

Candidates​

People
0

Basic Pneumatics
Artisans

Artisans
Foreman

To equip artisans with air brake system knowledge and skills for repairing and servicing
vehicles underground and on surface.

The participant will be able to:

  • Interpret and understand an air flow circuit.
  • Construct a circuit.
  • Identify faults

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