Hands-on mechanical fitting Training course teaches you how to install, maintain, assemble, and repair mechanical machinery and industrial equipment at affordable fees.
Unit Standard No: 13136
Unit Standard Credits: 16
NQF Level: 2
Unit standard title : Install, test, maintain and commission basic electrical circuits
Mechanical fitter Training cost: R10000
Mechanical fitter course Duration : 4 weeks.
Practical mechanical fitting course requirements
- A copy of id/passport
- 2 colour id photos
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
8 days of Theory: Test to Classroom learning which include lessons, discussions, and group activities.20 days of Practicals: Hands-On workshop practice in real-world construction techniques.
2 days of Assessment: Assessors and moderators assess you to know whether are competent or not
What You’ll Learn in mechanical fitting School in South Africa
Introduction to Mechanical Fitting
- Role and responsibilities of a mechanical fitter
- Understanding engineering drawings
- Basic workshop tools and equipment
- Health, safety, and hazard identification
Engineering Tools & Measuring Instruments
- Vernier calipers
- Micrometers
- Dial gauges
- Feeler gauges
- Torque wrenches
- Precision measuring fundamentals
Mechanical Assembly & Dismantling
- Assembling mechanical components
- Dismantling of pumps, gearboxes, valves, and rotating equipment
- Studying component functions and tolerances
- Preventive maintenance techniques
Pumps, Valves, and Rotating Machinery
- Types of pumps (centrifugal, positive displacement)
- Pump alignment and troubleshooting
- Valve types, operation, and installation
- Bearings, seals, couplings, and shafts
Machine Installation & Alignment
- Laser alignment
- Belt and coupling alignment
- Leveling and alignment checks
- Foundation preparation
- Balancing rotating equipment
Engineering Drawings & Fabrication Basics
- Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings
- Tolerances and symbols
- Introduction to fabrication and metalwork
- Cutting, drilling, and fastening methods
Maintenance, Fault Finding & Repair
- Predictive and preventive maintenance
- Condition monitoring
- Lubrication systems
- Troubleshooting mechanical failures
- Repair and testing procedures
Safety & Compliance
- Lockout/Tagout procedures
- PPE requirements
- Workshop safety rules
- Safe use of power tools
- Risk assessment
Mechanical fitting Certification(Semi skilled )
After completing your mechanical fitter school, you may be awarded a mechanical fitting certificate. This qualification proves your expertise and assures clients and employers that you are a trained and qualified mechanical fitter.
Mechanical fitting Trade Test(Red seal) Certificate
After 3-4 years of working exprience, it is advisable to take a Trade Test.
Mechanical fitter can submit CV to advertising sites like indeed, career junction, linkedin etc.
After the mechanical fitter course you submit your CV to cv@cranestraining.com. There are recruitment agencies and employers who contact Cranes training centre for mechanical fitter
Mechanical fitter earns an average salary of R17263 per month or depending on the exprience and employer.
No prior experience is needed to improve your accredited engineering practical skills carreer Opportunities and employability and even start your own business
Frequently Asked Questions About mechanical fitter training Program
What qualifications do I need to be mechanical fitter?
Atleast grade 9
How long is mechanical fitting training?
4 weeks.
How much is mechanical fitter course in South Africa?
R10000
How much do mechanical fitter make in South Africa?
Mechanical fitter salary is at the average of R R17263 per month
Where can I study Mechanical fitting in South Africa
School or apprenticeship
Mechanical fitting Training School offers accommodation to students willing to travel from all these locations like Durban, Pinetown, Richardsbay, Empangeni, Port shepstone, Ladysmith, Newcastle, Kokstad, Pietermaritzburg, Ladysmith, Vryheid, Ulundi, Stanger, Eshowe, Amanzimtoti, Isipingo, Umkomaas in KwazuluNatal(KZN).
Different provinces of South Africa(sa) Mthatha/Umtata, Butterworth, East London and Port Elizabeth in Eastern cape, Bloemfontein in free state, Pretoria, vereeniging, kempton park, alberton, Germiston and Johannesburg(JHB) in Gauteng, Polokwane and Lephalale in Limpopo, Nelspruit, Witbank, Secunda in Mpumalanga, Kimberley in Nothern cape, Rustenburg and Mafikeng in North West, Cape town in Western Cape etc.
We train students from other southern African countries Botswana, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Namibia, Swaziland, Zambia, Angola, Tanzania, Ghana, DR.Congo, Gabon, Kenya, Nigeria, Chadi, Mali, Sudan, Niger, Burkina faso, Guinea, Madagascar and Uganda etc. Since we free accommodation and job assistance.
