Other names for Glazier:

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Youtube clip: Day in the life of a Glazier

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What is a Glazier?

Glaziers are responsible for selecting, cutting, installing, replacing and removing all types of glass and mirrors.

They generally work on one of several different areas:

• Residential: 
  

installing or replacing glass in windows, sky lights, shower doors, table tops etc

• Commercial interior projects:

installing large mirrors, stain glass windows or store-front windows, display cases etc

• Automotive industry:
  

installing or replacing all window, windscreens and mirrors etc

What does a Glazier do?

• reads architectural plans, if working on a building site
• measures, marks or outlines patterns on glass
• cuts glass using a glasscutter
• breaks off extra glass by hand or with notched tool
• fastens glass panes into wood sash frames with glazier’s points
• spreads and smooths putty around edge of panes with knife to seal joints
• installs mirrors or structural glass on walls, ceilings or tables
• bolts metal hinges, handles, locks and other hardware to prefabricated glass doors
• sets glass doors into frame and fitting hinges
• installs metal window and door frames into which glass panels are to be fitted
• applies plastic adhesive film to glass or spray glass with tinting solution to prevent light glare
• installs stained glass windows
• installs metal-framed glass enclosures for showers

Are you … ?

• interested in building and construction?
• accurate?
• a person with a good head for heights?
• safety conscious?
• good with your hands?
• practical?
• methodical?

How do I become a Glazier?

You can choose one of these career pathways:

PATH 1

• Apprenticeship (training at a TVET college with practical training under a qualified artisan)
• Trade Test

PATH 2

• Learnership – Chemical Operations (Glass Container Former) Level 2, 3 and 4
• Trade Test

PATH 3

• Artisan Internship
• Trade Test

PATH 4

• RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) for Artisans: CLICK HERE
• If you have already been working a long time as a Glazier  without qualifications, you may be able to get your qualification through RPL
• Trade Test

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. 

• SGCC: Safety Glazing Certification Council

http://www.sgcc.org/

• SAGGA: South African Glass and Glazing Association

http://www.sagga.co.za/consumers.html

• AAAMSA:  Association of Architectural Aluminium Manufacturers of South Africa.

http://www.aaamsa.co.za/members.html

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Glass Blower … or … Welder

Is becoming a Glazier the right career choice for me?

Other names for Glass Maker:

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Youtube clip – Watching a Glass Maker at Work

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What is a Glass Maker?

A Glass Maker is a trained/or skilled artisan who makes glass. 

Their work environment, although extremely creative and exciting, can be very hot and uncomfortable. This is because they work with a furnace – which is like a fire.

Their designs, however, are usually worth the blood, sweat and tears! It’s a very rewarding job for a creative, hands-on person.

Glass Makers may specialise in:

• Glass beads: 

 jewellery pieces or for interior designers – decorate cushions etc

• Stained glass:

for windows, lampshades etc

• Glass blowing household items:

vases, platters, lampshades, ornaments etc

• Technical pieces:

glass for telescopes etc

• Industrial pieces:

for machinery

• Pharmaceutical or scientific glass making:

for laboratories

What does a Glass Maker do?

• works for themselves or for clients or manufacturers
• discusses requirements
• quotes
• makes glass as per client’s specifications
• works with their hands and specialised tools and equipment
• maintains tools etc
• is safety conscious all the time
  

Are you … ?

• passionate about glass and its capabilities?
• safety conscious?
• creative?
• good with your hands?
• a hard worker?
• patient?
• good with people?

How do I become a Glass Maker?

PATH 1

• Apprenticeship
• Trade Test

PATH 2

• Learnership – Chemical Operations (Glass Container Former) NQF Level 2
• Learnership – Glass Forming NQF Level 3 and 4
• Trade Test

PATH 3

• Learnership – Glass Container Former NQF Level 2
• Learnership – Molten Glass Operator NQF Level 3 and 4
• Trade Test

PATH 4

• Learnership – Glass Container Product Line Controller NQF Level 2
• Learnership – Molten Glass Production NQF Level 3 and 4
• Trade Test

PATH 5

• Artisan Internship
• Trade Test

PATH 6

• RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) for Artisans: CLICK HERE
• If you have already been working a long time as a Glass Maker without qualifications, you may be able to get your qualification through RPL
• Trade Test

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. 

• GLASS & FIRE

http://www.glassandfire.co.za/wmenu.php

For more reading about glass:

• CONSOL

http://www.consol.co.za/irj/go/km/docs/site/pages/glass_making_process.html
 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Glazier … or … Stain Glass Artist

Is becoming a Glass Maker the right career choice for me?