Vuselela TVET College

Millwright

  • NQF Level 4

Train as a millwright: maintain and repair machines that combine electrical and mechanical systems, from motors to controls.

Applications open until 12 November 2026 at 23:59 · to start in January 2027

Applications close on

12 November 2026 at 23:59

Apply now to start studying in January 2027.

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At a glance

Level
NQF Level 4
You receive
Occupational Certificate
On completion
Duration
3 years
Full-time
Tuition
R 16 494.00
per year (2027)
About this programme

What is Millwright?

Millwrights work on machines that are both electrical and mechanical. This programme teaches you both sides, so you can install, maintain and repair complete systems.

What you'll learn

  • Electrical principles, motors and motor control
  • Mechanical fitting and maintenance
  • Hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Fault-finding on electrical and mechanical systems
  • Plant safety

The programme is made up of knowledge (theory), practical skills and workplace experience modules, and leads to a trade test. Passing the trade test qualifies you as an artisan.

Career opportunities

Where can this take me?

  • Qualified millwright (artisan)
  • Electromechanical maintenance artisan
  • Maintenance technician in mining, manufacturing or power generation
  • Plant artisan
  • Foreman, with experience
Qualification

What qualification do I receive?

Occupational Certificate

When you complete Millwright, you receive an Occupational Certificate at NQF Level 4.

  • NQF Level 4
  • Certificate
  • SAQA ID 97585
Entry requirements

What do I need to apply?

You can apply from Grade 12 or NQF Level 4, or any of the other options below.

Minimum requirement: any ONE of the following, or a higher qualification.

  1. 1Option 1: Grade 12 with Mathematics or subjects relevant to qualification or Technical Mathematics
  2. 2Option 2: NC(V) Level 4 with subjects relevant to qualification
  3. 3Option 3: N4 with subjects relevant to qualification
  4. 4Option 4: Any other qualification at NQF Level 4 with subjects relevant to qualification
Campuses

Where can I study this?

Duration

How long does it take?

  • Full-time

    3 years

    When you study full-time.

  • Part-time

    Not available

    This programme is not offered part-time.

Fees

How much does it cost?

Tuition fee

R 16 494.00

Per year, for 2027.

Financial aid

Can I get financial aid?

No financial aid for this programme

Financial aid is not available for this programme. You (or a sponsor or employer) pay the tuition fee.

How to apply

Your next steps

  1. 1

    Check the entry requirements

    Make sure you have one of the qualifications listed above.

  2. 2

    Apply before the closing date

    Applications to start studying in January 2027 are open until 12 November 2026 at 23:59. Use the Apply now button.

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