Technical Skills

National Certificate: Plumbing (SAQA ID: 58782) 160 Credits

Purpose of the course:

Qualifying learners will be able to integrate their knowledge, understanding and competencies related to occupational health and safety, National Building Regulations, and industry codes of practice to perform a range of plumbing activities. Learners who have achieved this qualification will be able to access further learning opportunities and enhance their prospects for sustainable employment within the construction industry.

Admission Requirements:
  • LPlumbing L2 (or equivalent) or Mathematical literacy NQF Level 3
  • LCommunication at NQF Level 3

The course will focus on the following:

  • LIdentify and solve problems with practical mathematical applications
  • LCommunicate in verbal or written form with peers, members of supervisory/management levels and others
  • LApply understanding of the functioning of plumbing systems to install, test and maintain them in a built environment
  • LApply fault finding techniques to diagnose and repair installed plumbing systems

Duration:

6 months (Part-Time)

Training Options:

Onsite and offsite (All training conducted at Black Book Training premises is inclusive of catering)

National Certificate: Coded Welding (SAQA ID: SP:210402) 96 Credits

Purpose of the course:

The need for this skills programme is to develop coded welders so that South Africa has a pool of these skills to avoid importing them from overseas. The programme is expected to also develop unemployed youth in the country so that they can access opportunities such as shutdown maintenance of plants or become coded welding entrepreneurs and contribute to improvement of livelihoods and economic development.

Admission Requirements:
  • LMathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3 (or equivalent)
  • LPhysically fit and able to work
  • LPossess knowledge of metals and substance used in welding

The course will focus on the following:

  • LLearners will be able to apply generic health and safety principles to produce welding specimens or components using hand and power tools
  • LProduce fillet welds using SMAW / MMA and processes
  • LProduce plate welds using SMAW/MMA and GTAW/TIG welding processes
  • LProduce pipe welds using the GTAW / TIG and SMAW / MMA welding processes

Duration:

6 months (Part-Time)

Training Options:

Onsite and offsite (All training conducted at Black Book Training premises is inclusive of catering)

General Residential Repairs
(Handyman)

Purpose of the course:

The programme focuses on key trade skills expected from a Handyman and prepares him / her for a professional maintenance service that is client focused.

Admission Requirements:
  • LPhysically able to carry out work
  • LCommunication at NQF Level 3

The course will focus on the following:

  • LReplacing and repairing of electrical appliances
  • LApplication of paint
  • LBasic plumbing
  • LBasic welding
  • LPipe fitting
  • LUnderstanding of basic handyman tools
  • LMaterial usage and safety protocols
  • LWork standards and quality management
  • LGeneral carpentry work
  • LTilling skills

Duration:

5 days

Training Options:

Onsite and offsite (All training conducted at Black Book Training premises is inclusive of catering)

National Certificate: Boilermaker (SAQA ID: 9362b7) NQF Level 4-395 Credits

Purpose of the course:

The Boilermaker course will train the learners on how to mark and fabricate structural steel and ahter metal stock, and on how to make or repair metal products and structures which may include pressure vessels and pipes.

Admission Requirements:
  • LMathematical literacy NQF Level 1 (or equivalent)
  • LScience NQF 1 (or equivalent)

The course will focus on the following:

  • LInterpreting drawings and developing patterns and templates
  • LSelect, caring for and use/operate trade related hand tools, equipment, and machine
  • LCut and weld materials and components for fabrication
  • LFabricate components and/or structures
  • LErect and assemble plate and pipe components and structures

Duration:

6 months (Part-Time)
3 months (Full-Time)   

Training Options:

Onsite and offsite (All training conducted at Black Book Training premises is inclusive of catering)

National Certificate: Bricklayer (SAQA ID: 93627)
NQF Level 4 -361 Credits

Purpose of the course:

Bricklayers lay bricks, natural and pre-cut stone and other types of building blocks in mortar and other bonding agents to construct, repair and/or make alterations to walls, piers, arches and other structures.

Admission Requirements:
  • LMathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1 (or equivalent)
  • LPhysically fit and able to work

The course will focus on the following:

  • LPlan and prepare site, material, tools and equipment for the laying of bricks
  • LLay bricks (face and plaster), stone (natural and pre-cut) and block, to construct repair and/or make alterations to substructure and superstructures.
  • LConduct bricklaying finishing operations

Duration:

6 months (Part-Time)
3 months (Full-Time)   

Training Options:

Onsite and offsite (All training conducted at Black Book Training premises is inclusive of catering)

Painting Skills

Purpose of the course:

The course will be led by a teacher or experienced trades person who will show you the details of using painting tools, materials, and chemicals correctly. Also, they will guide you in the skills of surface preparation and applying of coats of paint. 

Admission Requirements:
  • LPhysically able to carry out work
  • LCommunication at NQF Level 3

The course will focus on the following:

  • LHow to use painting tools and other
  • LHow to work safely with paint and other materials
  • LHow to prepare surfaces before painting
  • LHow to apply different coats of paint
  • LIdentify relevant painting materials
  • LDemonstrate safe use of these materials
  • LDemonstrate basic painting skills

Duration:

5 days

Training Options:

Onsite and offsite (All training conducted at Black Book Training premises is inclusive of catering)

Solar Installation Skills

Purpose of the course:

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Solar Photovoltaic Service Technician to be able to perform fault finding (trouble-shooting), identify deficiencies; analyses information, carry out maintenance, repair (including removing and replacing components), and finding a solutions to a range of problems.

Admission Requirements:
  • LMathematical literacy NQF Level 1 (or equivalent)
  • LKnowledge of, or Electrical qualification

The course will focus on the following:

Theoretical Component

  • Workplace fundamentals.
  • Tools, equipment, and materials.
  • Wiring and earthing.
  • Electrical supply systems and transformers.
  • Protection systems and lightning protection.
  • Power plant basics, power conditioning and control, switchgear, and  control.
  • Rotating electrical machinery.
  • Mechanics, hydraulics, and actuators.
  • Renewable energy.
  • Components of PV systems.

 Practical Components

  • Mitigate and respond to hazards associated with PV system installation and maintenance.
  • Work at heights.
  • Use tools, measuring instruments and equipment.
  • Design, construct, and test electrical and electronic circuits.
  • Plan and prepare for the installation of a PV system.
  • The mechanical components of a PV system.
  • Install the electrical components of a PV system and inter-connect the system.

Duration:

1 Week 09:00-15:00 (5 Session)

Training Options:

Onsite and offsite (All training conducted at Black Book Training premises is inclusive of catering)

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