Diesel Plant Fitting (DPF)
Diesel plant fitters are trained to work on heavy mechanics specialising in hydraulic and pneumatic systems, primarily on off-road and mining equipment. Diesel Plant fitters specialise in skills acquisition for maintaining yellow machines and workshop plant equipment. Trainees are equipped with hands-on skills and are prepared to undergo trade testing for a Class One (1) Skilled Worker Qualification (journeyman card) on completion of the course. This qualification empowers them to be employable in the Automotive Industry and start their own companies.
In addition to the eight generic subjects listed above, the following Core subjects are taught;
- Diesel Plant Fitting Technology
- Diesel Plant Fitting Workshop Practice and Processes
Proficiency areas and income generation activities
- Repair and maintenance of plant mining equipment
- Repair and maintenance of pneumatic systems
- Repair and maintenance of hydraulic systems
Trade testing for diesel plant fitters
After acquiring National certificate in Diesel Plant Fitting studies, students will be eligible to register for trade testing for Class One Artisan in Diesel Plant fitting.
National Certificate
Entry Qualifications
5 O Level passes including Maths, English and Science
Career Prospects
- Data Capture Clerk
- Entry level helpdesk Assistant
Course Duration
National Diploma
Entry Qualifications
5 O Level passes including Maths, English and Science
Full National Certificate
Career Prospects
Course Duration
Higher National Diploma
Entry Qualifications
5 O Level passes including Maths, English and Science
Full National Diploma