About this Programme

The Occupational Certificate: Boilermaker equips students with the technical skills and practical knowledge to work in heavy fabrication and metalwork. Learners will develop expertise in interpreting engineering drawings, using industry-standard tools, cutting and welding metals, fabricating components, and assembling structures according to industry specifications.

Minimum Admission Requirements

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this qualification can pursue careers such as:

• Boilermaker Supervisor

• Fabricator

• Boilermaker Trainer

• Welder

• Sheetmetal Worker

Duration

36 months (3 years) – Includes both theoretical training and structured workplace experience.

Course Content

Knowledge Modules

• Introduction to Boilermaker Trade (NQF Level 4)

• Boilermaker Tools, Equipment, Machines and Materials (NQF Level 4)

• Fabrication and Pipework (NQF Level 4)

• Assembling and Joining (NQF Level 4)

• Cutting and Welding (NQF Level 4)

• Boilermaker’s Drawings (NQF Level 4)

Practical Skill Modules

• Visualise structures and components; develop templates to set tolerances and standards while applying safety measures (NQF Level 4)

• Maintain and operate tools, equipment and machinery (NQF Level 4)

• Weld and gas-cut components for specific fabrication tasks such as pipes, construction work, and plate work; conduct inspections for compliance (NQF Level 4)

• Fabricate and manipulate metal sections using heating and cold bending processes (NQF Level 4)

• Erect, assemble, and repair metal structures while applying safety measures (NQF Level 4)

Work Experience Modules

• Pattern and template development processes (NQF Level 4)

• Maintenance and operation of tools, equipment and machinery (NQF Level 4)

• Cutting and welding processes in workshop or on-site environments (NQF Level 4)

• Fabrication, assembly, and repair of metal components and structures (NQF Level 4)

• Assembly and erection of structures and components (NQF Level 4)