Automotive Machinist

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Youtube clip – Merseta’s – Metal Machinist (Automotive Sector)

What is an Automotive Machinist?

An Automotive Machinist is a trained metalworker who is skilled to renew or build internal combustion engines and engine components according to the manufacturer’s specifications.

What does an Automotive Machinist do?

• diagnoses faults
• inspects all the components thoroughly for cracks and other faults
• dismantles and cleans engines
• grinds various parts
• cleans and rebuilds parts
• manufactures and fits parts
• re-assembles
• tests if the engine functions correctly

Are you … ?

• interested in motor vehicles?
• able to work on your own?
• able to concentrate?
• willing to work in a noisy environment?
• accurate?
• good with your hands and fingers?
• mathematically inclined?
• a person with good eye-hand coordination?
• healthy?

How do I become an Automotive Machinist?

• MerSETA

http://www.merseta.org.za/Home.aspx

Approved and accredited MerSETA training companies: Type your trade choice in and click on FIND.

http://ww2.merseta.org.za/OrgIndex.asp?page=sites

TRAINING:

• CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
• Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
• To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. 
• CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions. 

Minimum requirements:

• 16 years of age
• Grade 10

Compulsory school subjects: Mathematics and English.

Recommended school subjects: Woodwork, Workshop Theory and related subjects.

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Automotive Electrician … or … Boilermaker

Is becoming a Automotive Machinist the right career choice for me?