Courses & Training

What is an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship is a non-unit standard based registered qualification and comprises of an integration of workplace and institutional learning and culminates in a national qualification. During the programme you will be taught the skills and practices that are associated with a given career path in the Aviation Industry. You will be trained in all aspects of a specific Trade under the auspices of Denel Aviation and the Denel Technical Academy, until you are competent to do a Trade Test to become a Qualified Artisan who can then function effectively within the local and international Aviation environment.

Apprenticeship Period

The duration of apprentice for all trades is 95 weeks minimum and 208 weeks maximum. However, after the minimum period (subject to tasks completed as laid down) an apprentice may perform a trade test and qualify as an artisan.

Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL)

 It is a process that formally evaluates an individual’s existing skills, knowledge, and experience against specific industry standards, aimed at recognizing and accrediting skills acquired through practical experience and informal learning. This assessment creates equal opportunities for individuals seeking to attain trade certification.

Learnership

A learnership is a work-based learning programme that leads to a qualification that is registered in the National Qualifications Framework. Learnerships are directly related to an occupation or field of work, for example, bookkeeping or office administration.

Short Skill

A Skills Programme is an occupation-based learning programme aimed at building skills that have economic value, and which incorporates at least one unit standard. It is registered by a SETA and delivered by an accredited training provider and it leads to a qualification registered on the NQF.

Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) 

WIL program includes structured P1 and P2 phases specifically designed for University of Technology students pursuing Diplomas in Engineering, enabling them to fulfil the experiential learning components required for graduation.

Trade Tests 

A trade test is a test used to assess proficiency and skill level of an individual in any number of skilled trades. These tests may include written and/or skill demonstration sections. Skilled trades such as plumbing for carpentry require a unique set of knowledge and skills

Monitoring and Placement 

DTA facilitates high-quality on-the-job training (OJT) placements in accordance with the QCTO framework. We ensure that each learner receives comprehensive training, guided supervision, and the necessary tools to prepare for their trade test, Diploma or National N Diploma. This includes the management and review of their logbooks, coordination of trade test applications, and facilitation of final assessments to complete their Occupational Qualifications. DTA also offers GAP Analysis which is a part of our process, we conduct a gap analysis to identify any shortcomings in their training and address them before placing learners into on-the-job training environments

Engineering Training

Electrician

Electricians are responsible for the maintenance of industrial and domestic electrical networks. They ensure that such installations are always safe for the user and also comply with all the stringent regulations as prescribed by law. The electrician’s scope of work will include both single and three phase electrical systems, from light to heavy duty current.

Fitter & turner

Maintenance fitters are multi-skilled and keep the wheels of industry running smoothly. They are capacitated in most machining processes including turning, milling, grinding and welding which make them virtually self-reliant in their trade and an asset to any company. They too are often involved in the development and fitting of new production processes

Welder

Highly skilled welders are increasingly in demand due to modern advancements in production processes and materials. They need to be proficient in a wide variety of techniques and capable of continually producing high quality welds in often difficult conditions. Qualified welders can look forward to a variety of interesting opportunities in a wide range of industries.

Photovoltaic (Solar Technician)

A solar installer is a professional who install and maintain solar panels for industrial and residential buildings. Using solar technology which converts sunlight into electrical energy through solar (P.V) that concentrate solar radiation. 

Solar Mounter

Solar Installer

Aviation Training

Aircraft Avionician

The aircraft avionician training incorporates all three existing aircraft avionic-related trades namely: aircraft electrician, aircraft radiotrician and aircraft instrument mechanic. Trainees are exposed to all three avionic trade fundamentals and on qualification they are ready for first line and minor maintenance installations and repairs of the modern day avionic aircraft critical for quick turnaround in aviation.

Aircraft Electrician

Aircraft electricians are responsible for the delivery and integration of electrical power between the various units of components of an aircraft. Responsibilities include the diagnostics, maintenance, repair and installation of electrical components which include generation systems and batteries.

Aircraft Instrument Mechanic

This is a highly specialized field that integrates the rare combination of both electronic and fine mechanical skills in one trade. An aircraft instrument mechanic is responsible for all the onboard instruments used to maintain flight safety and includes the auto-pilot. Due to the compact nature of the instruments, candidates are required to have excellent fine-motor dexterity.

Aircraft Radiotrician

The radiotrician is responsible for all the radio communication equipment onboard an aircraft which include navigation and communication. It is a very challenging career in view of the many new developments happening in the field and will appeal to anyone who has a keen interest in electronics. Other facets of the trade include the installation, repair and adjustment of the equipment on an aircraft.

Aircraft Mechanic

A diverse and appealing occupation carrying a high degree of responsibility, the aircraft mechanic is required to have a broad and thorough understanding of an aircraft and all integrated systems. Their function is to perform preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure the safe operation of an aeroplane which includes repairs, adjustments, testing and ultimately to certify it for flight.

Aircraft Structural Worker

Commonly referred to as sheet metal workers, these artisans are responsible for the manufacture and repair of the physical airframe of an aircraft. Their work is primarily focused on the damage caused by incidents fatigue or corrosion to restore the integral strength of the airframe.