Power Your Career with Diesel Mechanics at ATI
At ATI, we prepare aspiring diesel mechanics to maintain, repair, and optimise the powerful engines that drive industries forward. Through hands-on training, in-depth technical knowledge, and real-world problem-solving, our programme equips you with the expertise to keep heavy-duty vehicles and machinery performing at their best.
From diagnosing complex engine issues to mastering precision repairs, you’ll gain the skills that make you an essential force in transport, construction, and beyond. At ATI, every engine you work on is a step toward a strong, in-demand career.
Qualification purpose
The purpose of this qualification is to equip a learner with knowledge and skill to operate as a professional Diesel
Mechanic. A qualified learner will be able to:
- Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on diesel vehicles.
- Dismantle, inspect, assess, repair, and assemble diesel engine and vehicle system components.
- Diagnose and repair faults in diesel engine and vehicle systems and their components.
Foundational Learning Competence (SAQA Minimum Entry Level)
NQF Level 1 qualification with Mathematics
Trade test requirements
Learner should have passed:
- N2 Mathematics Engineering Science, Engineering Drawings, Petrol / Diesel Trade Theory; or
- N2 Certificate including the four relevant subjects of maths, engineering science and a fourth subject as
required by the trade: or
- technical trade theory programs quality assured by a SETA deemed to be equivalent to NQF level 3 (N2);
or
- Relevant Engineering NCV Certificate with seven subjects at NQF level 3; or
- Technical Grade 11 with Maths, Science, Language, and related trade theory subject; or
- Relevant (directly related to the trade theory subjects) N6 certificate or National Technical Diploma (T, S
or N stream.)
In addition to the above-mentioned minimum educational qualification the applicant must also have:
- Successfully completed all off the job practical training unit standards (in the case of learnerships) or modules (in the case
of an apprenticeship) of an artisan learning program at an accredited training provider as verifiable by training records
(logbook).
- Satisfied the requirements of the structured workplace, on the job, learning for a minimum period of 12 months verifiable
through a workplace learning record (e.g. logbook) unless any other workplace period has been contractually specified before the date of publication of this Regulation.
Note: A Logbook is a record of all training the learner has received, contributing to their portfolio of evidence.
Skills obtained as outcomes
- Perform preventative and scheduled maintenance on diesel vehicles.
- Dismantle, inspect, assess, repair, and assemble diesel engine and vehicle system components.
- Diagnose and repair faults in diesel engine and vehicle systems and their components.
Qualification outcome
Qualified Diesel Mechanic (red seal) Internationally Recognised
Types of jobs pertaining to the trade
- Entrepreneur
- as an employee in any of the industries listed
Industries where they can work if qualified
- Manufacturing
- Mining
- Agriculture
- Civil
- Anywhere where diesel machines are used
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
- 18 months. Registered learner with a SETA.
- 3 years ARPL route.
Contact us now for more information at any of our nationwide branches.
