Engineering Short Courses / Skills Programmes
Accessories – Occupational
Toolboxes and multimeters are available separately for learners completing occupational engineering training. These accessories support practical learning and workplace readiness.
Accessories - Occupational
Advanced Hydraulics (Electro-Hydraulics)
This course builds on foundational hydraulic principles and focuses on electro-hydraulic systems used in modern engineering and industrial environments.
Advanced Hydraulics (Electro-Hydraulics)
Advance Rigging
This course is open to learners who want to acquire advanced rigging skills for lifting, securing, and moving loads safely in engineering and industrial settings.
Advance Rigging
Automotive Air Conditioning
This practical course provides learners with essential knowledge and hands-on skills for working with automotive air conditioning systems.
Automotive Air Conditioning
Basic Rigging
This course is open to learners who want to acquire basic rigging skills, including safe lifting practices, equipment handling, and foundational rigging procedures.
Basic Rigging
Engineering Fundamentals
This course forms part of the occupational qualification pathway and introduces learners to essential engineering topics and workplace basics.
Engineering Fundamentals
Flameproofing – Maintenance of Flameproof Equipment (Engineering)
This course focuses on the maintenance of flameproof equipment in engineering environments. Practical assessment is conducted in a controlled environment, with theory assessment included.
Flameproofing - Maintenance of Flameproof Equipment (Engineering)
Gases and Gas Testing
This course aligns with DMR requirements and includes practical assessment. It is designed for learners who need gas awareness and gas testing knowledge for relevant workplace environments.
Gases and Gas Testing
Junior Engineering Training
This course is aimed at students following an engineering programme who want to build practical understanding and prepare for further engineering training.
Junior Engineering Training
Lubrication System Course
This course equips learners with knowledge of key lubricant properties and the role lubrication plays in machine care, maintenance, and equipment performance.
Lubrication System Course
Medium Voltage – Refresher
This course is aimed at learners who need re-certification after completing the novice Medium Voltage course.
Medium Voltage - Refresher
Medium Voltage (Switching) – MQA Skills Programme
This course covers medium voltage systems, substations, protection, NERM, permits, switching, phasing, workbook completion, and pre-assessment.
Medium Voltage (Switching) - MQA Skills Programme
MQA Skills Program
The MQA Accredited Skills Program may be an ideal platform for learners wanting to obtain credits and build practical support skills.
MQA Skills Program: Artisan Aide - Boilermaker
MQA Skills Program: Artisan Aide - Diesel Mechanic
MQA Skills Program: Artisan Aide - Electrical
MQA Skills Program: Artisan Aide - Fitting
MQA Skills Program: Artisan Aide - Instrumentation
Why Choose CTC
CTC combines industry-aligned training, accredited programmes, and real-world experience to develop skilled professionals who are ready to perform in demanding engineering and mining environments.
Industry-Ready Training
Programmes designed to meet real workplace demands.
Accredited & Recognised
QCTO, MQA and SETA accredited training provider.
Hands-On Experience
Training includes practical workshops and workplace exposure.
Trusted Since 1965
Decades of experience developing skilled professionals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it cost to study at CTC?
Prices depend on the preferred training and amenities selected. For specifics, please see our linked Prospectus alternatively feel free to navigate our Courses available through the “Apply Today” button.
Can I study at CTC as an individual?
Yes, individuals are welcome to enroll for training with CTC, as long as the minimum requirements for your preferred programme are met.
Does CTC offer accommodation to students and how much does it cost?
Yes, CTC offers student residence with single rooms and shared bathroom facilities to learners that serve three meals per day.
What is the duration of your courses at CTC?
A full Engineering Qualification can be obtained within a minimum of 3 years, however only about a 3rd of this time is spend at CTC where knowledge as well as practical components are covered and assessed. The remaining period is spent at a Workplace Approved site to complete workplace experience tasks, these must be completed successfully prior to a learner returning to CTC for final assessment.
Mining and mineral processing training is somewhat shorter and is delivered over a period of 6 – 18 months.
Additional specialised short courses and skills programmes can be anything between 2- days to 10 weeks.
For specifics, please see our linked Prospectus alternatively feel free to navigate our Courses available through the “Apply Today” button.
Does CTC provide assistance in finding employment?
We can refer learners that have started to study privately at CTC to employers, but we cannot assure successful employment.
Learners can be registered on the MQA Portal, which is a platform that stores information of learners seeking employment. Employers can also access the portal and not only find possible candidates, but also be able to post vacancies that may exist in their organisations.
What are the requirements to apply for training at CTC?
To start an occupational qualification engineering or mining, one requires a minimum of grade 11, but to exit a trade qualification one requires at least a N2 with four trade related subjects.
Can I study part-time at CTC or are all courses full time?
The majority of the courses presented at CTC, can only be completed through full-time attendance. Keep in mind that this will be covered over different phases of Provider training as well as allocated time to be spent at the employer (workplace approved site) to complete all workplace experience modules.
CTC however does offer some training on an on-line version.
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