Business Machine Mechanic (Occupation Code : 672103)
Description
Maintains, adjusts and repairs computers, photocopiers, fax machines, cash registers and other electronic commercial and office machines. NOTE: This occupation is listed as a trade.Tasks
Examining and testing machines, instruments, components, other equipment, instruments and control systems to identify faults.
Adjusting, repairing, and replacing worn and defective parts and wiring, and maintaining machines, equipment and instruments.
Reassembling, test operating and adjusting equipment.
Installing electronic instruments and control systems.
Coordinating work with that of engineers, technicians, and other maintenance personnel.
Interpreting test data to diagnose malfunctions and systemic performance problems.
Installing, adjusting, repairing or replacing electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems using hand tools, power tools, or soldering irons.
Connecting components to assemblies such as radio systems, instruments, magnetos, inverters, and in-flight refuelling systems.
Alternate Occupation Names
Office Machinery Maintenance Tradesperson
Office Machinery Mechanic
Photocopier Technician
Reprographic Machine Mechanic
Learning Pathways
Apprenticeship 1
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- Apprenticeship
An apprenticeship is a learning programme where a learner is first employed by an employer in an apprenticeship position. The apprenticeship consists of theoretical training at a training centre or TVET College as well as workplace training under the supervision of a qualified artisan
Step 2 : Final assessment
- Trade Test
The trade test is a national assessment that is conducted by a trade test centre that is accredited by the National Artisan Moderation Body (NAMB). You are only a qualified artisan after passing the trade test.
Learnership 2
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- General Education and Training Certificate
A General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) or a Grade 9 certificate issued by a school OR an Adult Education and Training (ABET) NQF Level 1 certificate OR a recognised equivalent qualification obtained at NQF Level 1 are required to enter this learning pathway
Step 2 : Learnerships
- Learnership - Electronics Manufacturing and Assembly (Casting and Moulding) NQF Level 02
A candidate needs to have an employer in order to enter into a learnership.
Step 3 : Learnerships
- Learnership - Electronics Manufacturing and Assembly (Casting and Moulding) NQF Level 03
Step 4 : Learnerships
- Learnership - Electronics Manufacturing and Assembly (Casting and Moulding) NQF Level 04
Step 5 : Final assessment
- Trade Test
The trade test is a national assessment that is conducted by a trade test centre that is accredited by the National Artisan Moderation Body (NAMB). You are only a qualified artisan after passing the trade test.
National Certificate 3
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- General Education and Training Certificate
A General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) or a Grade 9 certificate issued by a school OR an Adult Education and Training (ABET) NQF Level 1 certificate OR a recognised equivalent qualification obtained at NQF Level 1 are required to enter this learning pathway
Step 2 : General Qualification
Step 3 : General Qualification
Step 4 : General Qualification
Step 5 : Workplace experience
- Workplace experience
The workplace experience can be gained during or after completion of the courses.
Step 6 : Final assessment
- Trade Test
The trade test is a national assessment that is conducted by a trade test centre that is accredited by the National Artisan Moderation Body (NAMB). You are only a qualified artisan after passing the trade test.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 4
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- Recognition of Prior Learning
You can accumulate knowledge and experience over a minimum period of time while doing the work of an artisan that allows you to apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL). RPL is a formal process whereby a person's previous learning (through training and experiences) is assessed in order to determine training gaps
Step 2 : Final assessment
- Trade Test
The trade test is a national assessment that is conducted by a trade test centre that is accredited by the National Artisan Moderation Body (NAMB). You are only a qualified artisan after passing the trade test.