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CAREER GUIDANCE
General Information
The QCTO curriculum contents of Knowledge Modules, Practical Modules, and workplace modules, the apprentices in this qualification will be exposed to theory, practice, and workplace exposure during the 3-year program. The Qualification is implemented via a dual system approach, meaning apprentices must rotate from college to workplace every during the learning program.
What is a Tool Maker?
Tool Makers are artisans who are expected to work at a high level precision, and to very small tolerances. They will make tools for metal pressings and also moulds for the plastic industry. They will make holding jigs for accurate machining of components. The tools they manufacture will either be from a tool designer drawing or from their own design. The tools designed and made by toolmakers are generally used for mass production. They are required at times to work on computerized machinery.
Entry Requirements
- Level 4 with Mathematics and Science. Or
- N3 Engineering Studies with Mathematics and Engineering Science.
Occupational Purpose
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to operate as a Tooling Machinist by implementing measurement, materials and safety (MMS) requirements and conducting conventional milling, turning, grinding, drilling, machining operations, EDM operations, CNC turning and CNC milling operations.
Output
- Qualified tradesman with a red seal or trade test after 3 years.
- The candidate will pass the new trade test that includes both theory assessment (Formative Assessments), Summative Assessments & Practical Assessments
The Tooling Machinist is one of the following ten special skills that constitute a Toolmaker:
- Lathe Operator.
- Milling Machine Operator.
- Surface Grinding Operator.
- CNC Milling Machinist.
- CNC Turning Machinist.
- EDM Wire Operator.
- EDM Plunge Operator.
- Manufacturing Workshop Assistant.
- Tooling Machinist.
- Tooling CAD Operator
ARTICULATION OPTIONS
Horizontal Articulation:
- Occupational Certificate: Toolmaker, Level 5.
Vertical Articulation:
- National N Diploma: Engineering Studies, Level 6.
INTEGRATED ASSESSMENT:
Formative Assessment:
The skills development provider will use the curriculum to guide them on the stipulated internal assessment criteria and weighting. They will also apply the scope of practical skills and applied knowledge as stipulated by the internal assessment criteria. This formative assessment leads to entrance into the integrated external summative assessment.
Summative Assessment:
An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Assessment Quality Partner is required for the issuing of this qualification.
The external integrated summative assessment will focus on the Exit Level Outcomes and Associated Assessment Criteria. Should recognition for completed tasks be sought the process will be done in accordance with the Trade Test Regulations.
A candidate who attempted a trade test will be given recognition for those trade test tasks in which he/she has been found competent and not be retested in those tasks provided that: (1) the learner is competent in at least 50% of the trade test tasks given during the trade test and (2) the recognition will be retained by the candidate for a maximum of 3 attempts or 18-months from the date of successful completion of the trade test task whichever comes first.
Career
- Tool Maker / Metal machinist
Course Requirements:
- PPE – ( Purchase from College)
- Safety Boots
- Study Material
- Log Book
Certification Body:
QCTO is responsible for learner certification upon successful completion of the qualification and passed the EISA.