Occupational Certificate: Automotive Motor Mechanic
Learn to service, diagnose and repair modern vehicles — engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension and electrical systems.
Occupational Certificate (Trade)
97990
NQF Level 4
540
3 years
QCTO
About the qualification
Programme overview
This Occupational Certificate prepares you to work on light and commercial vehicles. You will learn how engines and vehicle systems work, how to diagnose faults and how to carry out servicing and repairs to manufacturer standards.
Practical sessions take place in our workshop using engines, components and tools, and the programme prepares you for the national trade test as an automotive motor mechanic.
What you will learn
- Service and maintain petrol and diesel engines
- Diagnose and repair engine, brake and suspension faults
- Work on transmission, steering and cooling systems
- Use diagnostic tools and workshop equipment safely
Career opportunities
- Qualified motor mechanic
- Dealership or fleet technician
- Service & fitment centre technician
- Own vehicle workshop
Entry requirements
- NQF Level 4 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: Automotive Motor Mechanic
- Qualification: Occupational Certificate (Trade)
- SAQA ID: 97990
- Level: NQF Level 4
- Credits: 540
- Duration: 3 years
- Entry requirement: NQF Level 4 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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