Occupational Certificate: Pipe Fitter
Lay out, fabricate, install and maintain industrial piping systems for water, steam, gas and chemicals.
Occupational Certificate (Trade)
99255
NQF Level 4
581
3 years
QCTO
About the qualification
Programme overview
Pipe fitters work on the piping systems found in refineries, power plants, factories and large buildings. This Occupational Certificate covers reading isometric drawings, measuring, cutting, threading and joining pipe, and installing supports, valves and fittings.
The programme prepares you for the national trade test as a pipe fitter.
What you will learn
- Interpret piping and isometric drawings
- Cut, thread, bend and join pipe
- Install valves, supports and fittings
- Pressure-test systems and work safely
Career opportunities
- Qualified pipe fitter
- Industrial piping installer
- Plant maintenance
- Construction and shutdown projects
Entry requirements
- Grade 9 or Matric (Grade 12), NQF Level 1 with Communication and Mathematical Literacy
- Certified copy of ID / Passport
- Proof of residence (not older than 3 months)
- Latest academic results / certificate
Fees
- Registration fee: R1000
- Deposit: R5000 (includes student card, course and study material, and formative & summative assessments, excluding trade test costs)
- Monthly instalment: R3000
- Duration: 3 years
How to apply
1. Choose your programme
Select the programme that suits your career goals.
2. Submit your application
Apply online or visit our Braamfontein campus with the required documents.
3. Assessment & enrolment
We assess your application and confirm your enrolment.
4. Start your journey
Attend orientation and start your path to success.
Admissions open · 2027 intake
Occupational Certificate: Pipe Fitter
- Qualification: Occupational Certificate (Trade)
- SAQA ID: 99255
- Level: NQF Level 4
- Credits: 581
- Duration: 3 years
- Entry requirement: Grade 9 or Matric (Grade 12), NQF Level 1 with Communication and Mathematical Literacy
- Accreditation: QCTO
- Fees: R1000 registration, R5000 deposit (includes student card, study material and formative & summative assessments, excluding trade test costs), then R3000 per month
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