About Diesel Mechanics

Diesel mechanics diagnose and repair Diesel vehicle and machinery mechanical and electrical faults.Diesel mechanics diagnose engine trouble, if necessary dismantle the engine and replace or repair defective parts.

Today Diesel mechanics occupies a very significant role in the manufacturing field. From the small diesel engines used for portable generators to gigantic diesel power plants driving ocean-going freighters, diesel engines are a central part of the transportation and industrial infrastructure globally.

With ever-increasing demand for diesel-powered vehicles in today 's trade industry , companies across South Africa are seeking the help of certified diesel mechanics to diagnose, repair , and maintain diesel engines.

From semi-trucks to shipping ships, diesel mechanics need to have collection of skills required to perform their duties effectively.Many skills are inherent to each diesel engineer, while others are taught or trained through a diesel technology or on-the-job training program

How long does it take?

Three (3) weeks Preparation

Minimum requirement

• South african Id or passport
• N2, Grade 9 or grade12
• Student will also be required to go through the Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (we will help you apply for this)

What is Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning

To qualify one of the following criteria categories must be meet:

• Minimum three (3) years relevant work experience within South Africa and N2 four subjects certificate or equivalent qualification including relevant trade theory. OR
• Former apprentice who have met the section 13 trade test requirements and their contract got rescinded before qualifying as artisan. OR
• Minimum three (3) years relevant work experience within South Africa and Relevant Engineering NC(V) NQF level 3. OR
• Minimum three (3) years relevant work experience within South Africa and Technical Grade 12 with Maths, Engineering Science and related theory subject. OR
• Successful completion of merSETA registered NQF Level 2, 3 and 4 trade related learnerships with minimum two (2) years, inclusive of the institutional and workplace components OR
• Minimum Eighteen (18) months relevant work experience within South Africa, completed of all relevant work experience modules and Relevant Engineering NC(V) NQF level 4. OR
• Minimum Eighteen (18) months relevant work experience within South Africa and relevant (directly related to the trade theory subjects) N6 certificate or National Technical Diploma (S and N Stream)
• Minimum four (4) years work experience within South Africa with Grade 9 (Standard 7)
• Former apprentices under Section 13 terminated before they could qualify for trade test, and either have proven eligibility for Artisan RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) trade test based on acquired skills from the formal training part under Section 13, or have undergone additional approved training to meet the requirement.

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