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VISIT US ON OUR CONTENTS SOCIAL Welcome to our new and improved Majuba TVET College Prospectus. We are pleased to present our new design which is clean and professional. At Majuba TVET College we continuously strive for perfection, that is why we have taken the time and effort to MEDIA deliver to you not only this prospectus but improved courses as well. National Qualifications 8 TODAY! Career Guidance Information 9 - 25 National Certificate (Vocational) NQF Level 2-4 26 Engineering and Related Design 27 Electrical Infrastructure Construction 28 /MajubaTVETCollege Civil and Building Construction 29 Primary Agriculture 30 @majuba_tvet_college Office Administration 31 Hospitality 32 Tourism 33 /MajubaTVETCollege National Certificate Vocational (N-Courses) 34 - 35 Mechanical Engineering 36 - 37 Search for Majuba TVET College Mechanical Engineering 38 - 39 Electrical Engineering 40 - 41 Civil Engineering 42 - 43 Chemical Engineering 44 - 45 Business Engineering 46 Financial Engineering 47 Human Resource Management 48 Management Assistant 49 Farming Management 50 Hospitality 51 Public Management 52 Campuses at Majuba TVET College 54 - 61 Student Support Services 62 - 63 Student Work-Placement Opportunities 64 - 69 Contact Details 70 -71 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 3
PRINCIPALS MESSAGE F irstly, we would like to welcome all through our doors. The pressure is on, our goal prospective students to our College as is not only to ensure that our students pass we enter a new dawn for Technical and and enter the workforce as competent, skilled Vocational Education and Training (TVET) workers, but that they actually get employment. Colleges. On 1 April 2015, all TVET Colleges were For this reason, we engage with the major fully transferred from the Provinces into the industries to employ our students and this is control of the Department of Higher Education also so that the hard work our lecturers put into and Training (DHET). The former FET Colleges our students does not go to waste. became institutions where most people went to because they could not gain access at University. It is also very important to keep our lecturers up This was a major problem for the country as the to date to ensure that the standard of teaching Vocational programmes offered in the Colleges and learning remains high. Our students are are needed by the economy. Corrective actions our main priority and we are ready to face will be taken to ensure that students feel that any obstacles that might arise to ensure their they are entering useful educational institutions. success. The integration of these institutions into a coherent post-school system means among The College is performing exceptionally well, other things that College qualifications must our standards of quality are high, but there is be recognised by Higher Education institutions always room for improvement and we will up in order to ensure articulation between the our passion for our College; for our students; institutions. and most of all for the quality of education we offer at Majuba TVET College. Youth development is close to my heart. It is a passion of mine to see people excel. The country The launch of the new Campus in Dundee “Our students has a severe shortage of skilled workers. It is an (Dundee Technology Centre) will bring new honour and privilege for me to be part of the tidings for Majuba TVET College. The new process of educating young people and sending Campus will offer Engineering and Business are our main them into the workforce armed with the skills they need to excel at their jobs. In this way, we studies in one location, utilising current structures to be able to accommodate more priority and we are not just providing one person with a future, we are providing that person’s family with a students. There is great anticipation for the opening of the Campus and the main focus is on are ready to face future and we can take it further by saying we are creating a better future for all South Africans all post-school students too, bridging the gap between simple skills and College students. We any obstacles by putting skilled people into the necessary places. This is good for the economy and in turn humbly appeal to stakeholders to fully support the new Campus, extending thanks to the that might arise good for the country. SAPS and all contributors for their service. Local government and business can work together to ensure their Majuba TVET College is one of the largest and make this new Campus a profound success. Colleges in South Africa. We currently have approximately 30 000 students studying Mr S.J. Mlotshwa success. “ Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.zaa 5
MAJUBA TVET COLLEGE INTRODUCTION M ajuba TVET College is one of 50 Majuba TVET College is committed to public Technical and Vocational education and training, using cutting- Education and Training (TVET) edge technology and innovative teaching Colleges in South Africa, operating under methodologies, to enhance and optimise the auspices of the Department of Higher teaching and learning opportunities. Education and Training (DHET). The College is one of the largest Technical and Situated in Newcastle, Northern KwaZulu- Vocational Education and Training service Natal, the College plays a significant role in providers in the country, specialising in the holistic development of our students, priority skills development. as part of preparing them for the world- of-work. In addition to the Ministerial Majuba TVET College is the key service programmes, namely, the National provider for Technical and Vocational Certificate (Vocational) and Report 191 Education and Training in the Amajuba (N1-N6); the College offers NQF-aligned and Umzinyathi Districts. It services Learnerships (in collaboration with major industries in these areas, in the Business and Industry), Skills Programmes sectors of iron- and steel manufacturing, and Apprenticeship Training. mining (mainly coal), textile and clothing production, cement chemical The College regards itself as an important manufacturing, tyre production, social partner in realising the shared socio- engineering and primary agriculture. economic objectives of the local, provincial and national government. To this end, the There are 8 Campuses, spread over a wide College creates access to education and geographical area that includes Newcastle, training opportunities; and empowers Madadeni and Dundee. The College offers our students with the relevant knowledge a diverse range of nationally recognised and skills to become economically active Situated in vocational and occupational programmes. citizens. Newcastle, Northern VISION : Empowering our nation through quality education, training and development. KwaZulu-Natal, MISSION : We will Provide Responsive and Relevant Education, Training and Development to Cater for the Needs of Business, Industry and Communities. the College plays VALUES : Our motto Reaching Greater Heights Together guides our values which are: a significant role (CRISP) • Creativity : To Be Resourceful, Innovative and Unconventional Thinkers in What We Do in the holistic • Respect : To Accord Dignity to All those Whom We Serve and Work With • Integrity : To Demonstrate A Sense of Justice and Honesty in Everything We Do development of our • Service: To Respond Efficiently and Effectively to the Needs of Our Staff and Clients • Perseverance : To Continuously Apply Ourselves to the Best of Our Abilities students, as part of preparing them for the world-of-work. 6 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za
NQF LEVEL GRADE DESCRIPTION CATEGORY GET General Education Certificate (Grade 9); or LEVEL 1 Adult General Education and Training Certificate Grade 10 (School); or NC(V) Level 2 Certificate; or LEVEL 2 FET - FURTHER EDUCATION N1 Certificate AND TRAINING Grade 11 (School); or NC(V) Level 3 Certificate; or LEVEL 3 THE RIGHT N2 Certificate CAREER National Senior Certificate (Grade 12); or National Trade Certificate (Trade School) And National Senior Certificate; or LEVEL 4 NC(V) Level 4 Certificate; or N3 Certificate + 2 Official Languages Choosing the right career can be a very daunting task especially in a world which offers an array of paths all of which seem to be leading to a golden goal. Careers can actually make or break one’s life, so it is important NQF LEVEL 5 to make the right choice. Career guidance can help you N4, N5 and N6 Certificate; or in pursuing the right courses, in the right Colleges or LEVEL 5 NC(V) Level 5 Certificate; or Higher Certificate institutes and can guide you in choosing the suitable career. Choosing a career can be very satisfying if you have HET - HIGHER EDUCATION NQF LEVEL 6 made the right choice. Like the famous adage goes, National Diploma; or LEVEL 6 Advanced Certificate if you choose the job you like, you don’t have to work a single day in your life. On the other hand, a wrong AND TRAINING decision can leave you wishing that you had followed a different path. Bachelors Degree; or LEVEL 7 Advanced Diploma While doing a career it is imperative to have the correct career information. An informed choice is always better that an uninformed one. The right career advice can Honours Degree; or help you to choose a career to suit your personality as Postgraduate Diploma; or well as your aspirations. LEVEL 8 Professional Qualification Degree Education, of course, plays an important role in getting you the right job in your chosen field. The stepping stones or pre-requisites for choosing your dream career Masters Degree LEVEL 9 are of course, the qualifications required to achieve it. With the right qualifications, the top careers are open to you and the power of choice would be with you. LEVEL 10 Doctoral Degree
CAREER GUIDANCE CAREER GUIDANCE ENGINEERING BUSINESS ABOUT ENGINEERING ABOUT BUSINESS In a world that is technologically driven, Engineering careers are among the most popular Business is such an all encompassing field that it touches almost all aspects of our day today. Engineering Careers are sought after not only because of the high pay packet to day activities. So it is not surprising that Business careers are among the most popular but also because they give you an opportunity to contribute to a growing technological careers today. More and more candidates take the option of Business courses over world. Engineering courses generally offer specialization in particular fields. With correct other career courses. As Business is such a broad category, there are many employment career guidance you can choose the fields of your choice. The subjects you choose at this opportunities. stage determine what type of trade you would follow. It is imperative that all prospective students should choose Mathematics and Science subjects at High School level in Many entry-level positions are available for those who have pursued a National Diploma order to meet the pre-requisites or minimum requirements to study Engineering related in Business. The type of Business career you can pursue depends on the area of your courses at tertiary level. interest and choice of specialisation. There are many different types of Business careers, to suit individual qualifications and aptitudes. Some of the popular types include Certain personal qualities like analytical abilities and out-of-the-box thinking with an Business Management, Office Administration, Financial Management, Human Resource eye for details will be an added advantage when you aim for an Engineering career. With Management, etc. technology touching different spheres of our lives today, it is important for an Engineer not to only have technical skills but also good communication skills. This is important Business careers require strong oral and written communication skills as well as good when you interact with people related to non-technical fields. computer skills. You must have strong analytical skills as well as basic knowledge of management and marketing. A career in business helps you to hone skills which can be ENGINEERING CAREER TYPES applied to various facets of your life, be it your professional or personal life. Engineering is a vast field and specialization is required to pursue an Engineering career. However, a number of Engineering institutions offer many different branches Generally, those opting for business careers work a regular schedule. If you have opted of specialization. The most popular Engineering courses are: Automotive Engineering, for marketing or sales, then you may be travelling a lot. Some jobs like Financial Analyst Computer Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Investment Banking are desk jobs. and Chemical Engineering to name a few. Business careers The job description for Engineers would include many skill-sets. Engineers are generally involved in designing, developing, testing, manufacturing, producing, and are demanding and maintain products. The safety of the functioning of various products also becomes the responsibility for Engineers. In keeping with the evolving technology advances, Engineers you have to put in are expected to continually update their subject-knowledge and skills-sets. a minimum 40 hour Depending on the branch of Engineering, you may be either working in an office work week. Most environment, laboratory or an industrial plant. Most of the time you are expected to put in a 40-hour work week. The working hours can be longer in some circumstances to meet jobs in this field production targets. However, working under the constraints of a limited budget, meeting deadlines and coping with unexpected problems can get stressful. require you to work in a team, so good Engineering or Artisans earn at minimum of R 15 000 a month at junior level and can earn from R 30 000 to as much as R 50 000 per month at a senior level. Most certainly there interpersonal skills are good opportunities in this field. It is great to see more and more women entering the workforce as Engineers and Artisans. It’s not only males who can do physical and hard are a must for a work. Females are embracing Engineering careers too these days. career in Business. 10 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 11
CAREER GUIDANCE CAREER GUIDANCE BOILERMAKING FITTING & TURNING WHAT DO BOILERMAKERS DO? WHAT DO FITTERS & TURNERS DO? Boilermakers are specialized Artisans who mark off and fabricate structural steel and Fitters & Turners are highly skilled crafts people who manufacture and construct other metal stock to make or repair metal products and structures including boilers and components for machinery and use power operated tools such as lathes, milling- and pressure vessels. drilling machines. They maintain and repair many different kinds of machines. They are also responsible for the assembling and fitting of new components and equipment. It is a WHAT DUTIES AND TASKS DOES A BOILERMAKER PERFORM? highly skilled job. ••Develops layout and plans sequence of operations for fabricating and assembling structural metal products, applying trigonometry and knowledge of metal. If you consider yourself good with metal and repairing parts, then a career in Fitting & ••Locates and marks bending and cutting lines onto work piece, allowing for stock Turning may be just for you! thickness and machine and welding shrinkage. ••Hammers, chips, and grinds work piece to cut, bend, and straighten metal. WHAT DUTIES AND TASKS DOES A FITTER & TURNER PERFORM? ••Reheats work pieces to render them malleable, using hand torch or furnace. ••Assembles and fits components for machinery; ••Positions, aligns, fits, and welds together parts, using jigs, welding torch and hand tools. ••Maintains and repairs machinery; ••Uses blueprints/plans to measure material for production; WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES MUST I HAVE TO BECOME A BOILERMAKER? ••Monitors machinery and repairs faults; ••Active Listening (Giving full attention to what other people say and taking time to ••Fits parts required to complete the machine; understand the points being made); ••Drill and tap holes; ••Time Management (Must be able to manage their own time and the time of others ••Overhaul valves; effectively); ••Maintain and align couplings; ••Equipment Selection (Be able to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to ••Tension and align V-belts; and do a job); ••Use machinery (such as lathe and milling machine) to manufacture components. ••Equipment Maintenance (Perform routine maintenance on equipment and ••What skills and abilities must I have to become a Fitter and Turner? determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed); ••Good at working with your hands; ••Quality Control Analysis (Conducting tests and inspection of products, services or ••Must be very mechanically minded; processes to evaluate quality or performance); ••Must be able to take exact measurements and work accurately; ••Mathematics (It is used to solve problems); ••Must be mathematically minded; ••Critical Thinking (Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of ••Must be able to concentrate under noisy working conditions; and alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems); and ••Be able to read three-dimensional drawings. ••Have the ability to Speak (Talk to others to convey information effectively). WHAT ARE THE WORKING WHAT ARE THE WORKING CONDITIONS OF A CONDITIONS OF A FITTER & TURNER? BOILERMAKER? Most Structural Metal Fabricators or Fitters & Turners generally work in Boilermakers work in workshops that are noisy, dirty and sometimes crowded often noisy, but lighting and ventilation are conditions. There are many physical generally good. The work requires constant demands in the job, such as: standing, physical activity. Most workshops have bending and crouching which can be modern equipment. Possible work hazards tiring. Fitters & Turners work overtime are flying metal chips, falling metal objects on public holidays as well as do and burns from welding torches. weekend and nightshift work. 12 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 13
CAREER GUIDANCE CAREER GUIDANCE MOTOR MECHANICS ELECTRICAL WHAT DO MOTOR MECHANICS DO? WHAT DO ELECTRICIANS DO? Motor Mechanics repair, maintain and test motor vehicle and other internal combustion An Electrician works in commercial, industrial or residential settings. They usually install, engines and related mechanical components. repair and maintain electrical systems designed to provide heat, light, power, control, signal or fire alarms for all types of buildings, structures and premises. WHAT DUTIES AND TASKS DOES A MOTOR MECHANIC PERFORM? ••Diagnose and correct the causes of faulty vehicle and equipment operation. WHAT DUTIES AND TASKS DOES AN ELECTRICIAN PERFORM? ••Overhaul, adjust and repair: gaseous fuel engines; clutches; transmissions and ••Reading and interpreting electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and differentials; ignition; wiring; lighting; fuel; cooling; braking and complex hydraulic electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts. systems; steering; wheel and suspension mechanisms; and body cab and frame ••Cutting, threading, bending, assembling and installing conduits and other types of components. electrical conductor enclosures and fittings. ••Diagnose and repair electronic engine control systems, anti-lock brake systems, and air ••Pulling wire through conduits and holes in walls and floors. conditioning. ••Positioning, maintaining and installing distribution and control equipment such as ••In some instances the incumbent will be required to test drive equipment, complete switches, relays, circuit breaker panels and fuse enclosures. reports, use parts catalogues, and perform other related duties. ••Installing data cabling or fibre-optic systems. ••Testing circuits to ensure integrity and safety. WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES MUST I HAVE TO BECOME A MOTOR MECHANIC? WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES MUST I HAVE TO BECOME AN ELECTRICIAN? ••Ability to diagnose problems. ••Good communication and reading skills; ••To be skilled in areas such as air conditioning system repair and installation, electrical ••An aptitude for Mathematics; system repair, fuel system repair and installation and computer skills. ••Mechanical ability, strength and manual dexterity; ••To be able to continuously adapt to new technology. ••The ability to distinguish colours to work with colour-coded wiring (Must not be colour ••To be able to transfer skills to younger Mechanics. blind); ••To be able to communicate with team members. ••The ability to work at heights; ••The ability to lift between 11 and 25 kilograms; ••The ability to get along well with co-workers; ••The willingness to keep up with new developments in the field; ••The ability to create new ways of doing things; ••The ability to do very precise work expertly; and WHAT ARE ••Ability to work at a variety of exciting tasks. WHAT ARE THE WORKING CONDITIONS OF AN THE WORKING ELECTRICIAN? CONDITIONS OF A Electricians usually work a 40 MOTOR MECHANIC? or 45 hour, five-day week plus overtime when required. In Light vehicle Motor construction, there may be no Mechanics work mainly guarantee of permanent work. in workshops and wear Working conditions can change protective clothing. dramatically from one job to They need to keep up another, varying from indoors with changes in motor in clean conditions to outdoors on scaffolding, to indoors in industry technology. cramped conditions. 14 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 15
CAREER GUIDANCE CAREER GUIDANCE CIVIL ENGINEERING & BUILDING CHEMICAL ENGINEERING WHAT IS CIVIL ENGINEERING ABOUT? WHAT IS CHEMICAL ENGINEERING ABOUT? The Civil Engineering programme prepares the student with the planning, designing, Chemical Engineering is a branch of Engineering that applies to maintenance and management of projects associated with the construction of houses, Physical Sciences (e.g. Chemistry and Physics) and Life Sciences (e.g. roads, buildings, airports, tunnels, dams, bridges, and water supply and sewage systems. Biology, Microbiology and Biochemistry) together with Mathematics and Economics to produce, Transform, Transport, and properly use chemicals, materials and energy. WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES MUST I HAVE TO PURSUE IN A CAREER IN Chemical Engineers design, construct and operate process plants. CIVIL ENGINEERING? ••Good analytical skills are a must for any Civil Engineer. Civil Engineers have to read and WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES MUST I HAVE TO BECOME A CHEMICAL interpret many drawings, complex charts, diagrams, maps and reports; ENGINEER? ••Good communication skills. Civil Engineers need to correspond with a wide array of ••Must have a good understanding of Science (will often use scientific rules and methods individuals throughout their profession from construction workers to CEOs of large to solve problems); corporations; ••Must have a good understanding of Mathematics (used to constantly solve problems); ••Excellent problem solving capabilities. The role of a Civil Engineer is not an easy one. ••Critical thinking is important (Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and There will be problems that arise from time to time which the Civil Engineer will be weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems); responsible for solving problems; and ••Must be an active listener – (give full attention to what other people are saying and ••Advanced skills in Mathematics, including Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus take time to understand the points being made); and Statistics are crucial to become a Civil Engineer, who must apply the appropriate ••Must have complex problem solving skills (Identifying complex problems and mathematical formulas and principles in his design work as well as to problem solving. reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions); and WHAT ARE THE WORKING CONDITIONS OF A CIVIL ENGINEER? ••Be able to manage time effectively (manage one’s own time and the time of others.) Civil Engineers generally work indoors in offices. However, many spend time outdoors at construction sites so they can monitor operations or solve problems onsite. IF I WANT TO BECOME A CIVIL WHAT ARE THE WORKING ENGINEER, WHAT DO I DO CONDITIONS IN THE BEFORE LEAVING SCHOOL? CHEMICAL INDUSTRY? ••Visit Civil Engineering companies Chemical Engineers to gain more knowledge about the work mostly in offices or field and what it entails. laboratories. They may ••Go for an aptitude test to determine spend time at industrial if you have the ability to become a plants, refineries, and other Civil Engineer. locations, where they ••Visit or contact Technical and monitor or direct operations Vocational Education and Training or solve onsite problems. (TVET) Colleges to enquire about the entrance requirements to do Civil Engineering courses. ••Attend Career Exhibitions in your area to liaise with Technical Colleges and obtain application forms. 16 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 17
CAREER GUIDANCE CAREER GUIDANCE AGRICULTURE PUBLIC MANAGEMENT WHAT IS PRIMARY AGRICULTURE ABOUT? WHAT IS PUBLIC MANAGEMENT ABOUT? Primary Agriculture deals with the science or practice of Farming, including cultivation •• Public Management is an approach to run a public serviced organization used in of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals to provide food, wool, and government and private sector institutions at local, provincial and national levels. other products. Primary Agriculture remains a significant provider of employment in •• Students will be given information on the separation of powers among the three South Africa, especially in the rural areas, and is a major earner of foreign exchange. branches of the state i.e. Legislative, Executive and Judiciary that should remain independent to each other to ensure the protection of civil liberties and survival of WHAT IS FARMING MANAGEMENT ABOUT? democracy. Students credited with this National Diploma will understand how producers manage •• Public Management unpacks the Constitution of South Africa. the farm business in the agricultural environment. They will also understand the •• It is concerned with the study of government, its processes, structures, functions as management functions, production decisions, how to utilise resources, manage finances well as how society is managed. and evaluate agricultural assets. They will also understand the economics of plant and ••The course was introduced to describe approaches developed as part of an effort to animal production and how to conduct marketing. Through the computer modules the improve the efficiency of service delivery in government institutions, private sector and student is presented with the theoretical knowledge that they will need to be computer State Owned Enterprises for e.g. Eskom, Transnet, SABC and so forth. literate to manage the farm. HOW DOES PUBLIC MANAGEMENT BENEFIT OUR COMMUNITY? WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES ARE REQUIRED TO ENTER THE AGRICULTURE •• Amajuba District is characterized by the growth of a number of private and public INDUSTRY? institutions that require competent personnel to lead the District to the right direction. ••Initiative; •• The newly built and extended institutions, for e.g. Newcastle Airport and Newcastle ••Good written and oral communication skills; Public Library have a wide range of services that require personnel who have ••Sales and persuasion skills, along with the ability to maintain relationships; knowledge of leadership in different departments. Public Management program is ••Technical and analytical skills; there to narrow the skills gap required by the growing industry. ••Business acumen; ••Proficiency in using computers; and ••The ability to work well within a team. WHAT IS THE SCOPE ONCE A STUDENT COMPLETES THIS COURSE? •• Public Management Graduates will be responsible for leading, Due to the nature developing, implementing policies and legislations at government of the work, it helps institutions as well as managing if graduates enjoy public finances with the aim of providing for needs of the public. working outdoors. A •• Trained Personnel will form driving licence and car part of planning, organization development, leadership and often feature among motivation, policy- making, control the list of essential and evaluation, policy analyses and strategic management at mainly requirements. government institutions. 18 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 19
CAREER GUIDANCE CAREER GUIDANCE BUSINESS MANAGEMENT FINANCE WHAT IS BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ABOUT? WHAT IS FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ABOUT? Business Management is the function that coordinates the efforts of people in an Financial Management deals with the efficient and effective management of money organisation to accomplish goals and objectives using available resources efficiently and (funds) in such a manner as to accomplish the objectives of an organization. Through effectively. It includes planning, organizing, staffing, leading or directing, and controlling case studies, lectures, videos, readings and exams, students learn the basic concepts and an organization to accomplish the goal. how to apply them in financial decision making. WHY BECOME A BUSINESS MANAGER? WHAT ARE THE DUTIES AND TASKS OF AN ACCOUNTANT? Being a Manager or Supervisor means more responsibility and work. Therefore, if you ••Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other are interested in becoming a business manager, you should look for a role in a field or financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and industry that interests you. procedural standards. Most people aim for management level in order to further their careers and earn more ••Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, money. reporting and other tax requirements including VAT returns and PAYE submissions. ••Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES ARE REQUIRED TO BECOME A BUSINESS obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice. MANAGER? ••Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts. ••Good time management (must manage the time of their teams and themselves and ••Develop, maintain, and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare prioritise work so that projects are completed to deadline); budgeted costs to actual costs. ••Interpersonal and relationship-building skills (Managers work closely with people in ••Processing of transactions using a computerized Accounting package, eg. Pastel their team, assigning them work as well as keeping them motivated. In order to do all Accounting. of this, Managers must be approachable, compassionate and diplomatic); ••Must be able to delegation tasks (Sometimes it’s tempting to do a job yourself because WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES MUST I HAVE TO CHOOSE A FINANCE it’s quicker than explaining it to someone else. However, managers should learn to CAREER? delegate work where necessary to share responsibility and accountability); ••Need to be detail-oriented (allows you to find errors and detect fraud); ••Good Communication skills; ••Excellent analytical skills (ability to visualize and solve complicated problems and make ••Problem-solving (Managers may encounter problems in their work. They have to be an accurate and informed decision); able to think on their feet and solve problems as soon as they happen); ••Good communication skills (the ability to communicate findings about financial ••Good Administrative and financial skills (Managers will usually be expected to set statements with subordinates, and superiors through the use of business writing budgets, manage them and carry out other administration such as writing reports. For formats such as letters, memos and reports); this, they will need good numeracy, literacy and computer literacy skills); and ••Technical skills (must know how to increase and decrease accounts and how accounts ••Must have leadership qualities (Being a leader involves persuading others to follow the are compiled into financial statements); direction you want to go in). ••Time Management and good teamwork (must be able to manage their own time and the time of others effectively); ••The ability to use basic computer functions such as word processing, spread sheet and database software to produce and record information; and ••The ability to organize and synthesize information also is important, since a lot in accounting is about classification and reporting. WHAT ARE THE WORKING CONDITIONS OF AN ACCOUNTANT? Most Accountants and Auditors work in offices, although some work from home. Auditors may travel to their clients’ places of business. Accountants generally work 40 hours per week. Longer hours are typical at certain times of the year, such as at the end of the budget year or during tax season. 20 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 21
CAREER GUIDANCE CAREER GUIDANCE OFFICE ADMINISTRATION HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ABOUT OFFICE ADMINISTRATION ABOUT HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Office Administration is the process of overseeing the day-to-day activities of an office. Human Resource Management (HRM, or simply HR) is a function in organisations An employee that undertakes these activities is commonly called an Office Administrator designed to maximize employee performance of an employer’s strategic objectives. HR is or Office Manager. primarily concerned with the management of people within organizations, focusing on policies and systems. WHAT DUTIES AND TASKS DOES AN OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR PERFORM? ••Supervise and coordinate activities of staff; WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES ARE REQUIRED? ••Administer salaries and determine leave entitlements; A wide range of skills is needed for most HR professional jobs. The best Human Resource ••Prepare annual estimates of expenditure, maintain budgetary and inventory controls professionals have excellent written and verbal skills, as well as proficiency with and make recommendations to management; computers. ••Maintain management information systems (manual or computerized); ••Review and answer correspondence; and THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES ARE NEEDED FOR THE DIFFERENT ••Provide secretarial or executive type of duties. HUMAN RESOURCE PROFESSIONALS: • Selection, Recruiting, and Placement Specialists - good judge of character; tact; WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES MUST I HAVE TO BECOME AN OFFICE self-confidence; excellent verbal and presentation skills; and ability to build a network ADMINISTRATOR? of relationships within the organisation as well as with other organisations and ••Able to supervise others; prospective employees. ••Good oral and written communication skills; • Development and Training Specialists - excellent interpersonal and verbal skills; ••Aptitude for working with computers; and good writing skills; good sense of humour; imagination; leading edge knowledge in ••Good planning and organization skills. training areas; and understanding of the organisation’s future knowledge needs. • Compensation and Benefits Specialists - strong quantitative and analytical skills; OFFICE ADMINISTRATORS SHOULD BE PROFICIENT IN THE USE OF THE knowledge of statistics and ability to communicate the meaning of the numbers FOLLOWING OFFICE EQUIPMENT: in plain English; verbal skills; comprehensive understanding of how the whole ••Computers; organisation works; knowledge of laws and regulations; fair labour standards; and ••Filing systems; affirmative action. ••Voice messaging systems; • Employee Relations and Labour Specialists - integrity; sense of fairness; ability to ••Fax machines; and converse comfortably with people of all education levels; communication skills; and ••Photo copier machines. negotiation skills. 22 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 23
CAREER GUIDANCE CAREER GUIDANCE TOURISM HOSPITALITY WHAT IS TOURISM ABOUT? ABOUT HOSPITALITY WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES MUST Over 200 million people work in the Travel and Tourism industry worldwide. Tourism is Does the idea of sitting in an office from I HAVE TO CHOOSE A HOSPITALITY the activities of people traveling to and staying in places outside their usual environment nine till five turn you off? Are you looking CAREER? for leisure, business or other purposes for not more than one consecutive year. for a career with plenty of variety? Do • Multitask: At all levels, careers in you like meeting people? Like food? hospitality require employees to handle There‘s a wide variety of roles or job opportunities in the Tourism field which range from: Enjoy travel? Then you’ll love working in multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Travel agents, Tour Operators, Hotel managers, Air Hostesses, Transportation, Events Hospitality! Hospitality is the relationship • Flexibility: On the job, they must be Organisers, etc. between the guest and the host, or the ready to switch gears at a moment’s act or practice of being hospitable. This notice if unexpected situations arise. WHAT SKILLS AND ABILITIES ARE REQUIRED IN THE TOURISM INDUSTRY? includes the reception and entertainment • Pay attention to detail: It’s the little ••Active Listening (Giving full attention to what other people say and taking time to of guests or visitors. things that make a guest’s experience understand the points being made); extraordinary; ••Time Management (Must be able to manage their own time and the time of others WHAT ARE THE DUTIES AND TASKS • Time Management and good effectively); REQUIRED IN THE HOSPITALITY teamwork: Must be able to manage ••Have the ability to speak good English (Talk to others to convey information INDUSTRY? their own time and the time of others effectively); effectively; ••Duties vary with the size and type of the ••Good communication skills are needed in order to communicate with different kinds • Basic computer skills: Computers are business. of people. Imagine how especially important communication skills are for roles which used to write reports about their area or ••In large hotels, general Hospitality involve contact with guests and clients; and to order food or supplies; Managers are in charge of the entire ••Team working skills are also very important. With so many different departments and • Good language skills: Fluency in hotel. They set room rates, monitor different employees working in a hotel, teamwork is essential for providing a quality English is important so that the income and expenses, and supervise service to hotel guests. customer’s needs and expectations are other staff. understood; ••Large hotels have restaurants and • Technical skills: Having the ability to meeting rooms. These hotels hire wield a knife or successfully carry three DOES TOURISM assistant Hospitality Managers to supervise these various areas of the plates is vital requirements to workings JOBS INVOLVE hotel. ••Food and beverage managers oversee as a waiter or chef; • Communication skills: Communicating TRAVELLING? restaurants and banquets. They plan is important for a meal service to run smoothly. menus, set prices, and order supplies. When you think of tourism ••Chefs and head cooks prepare, season, WHAT ARE THE WORKING and cook food. They also supervise, you may immediately think of CONDITIONS IN THE HOSPITALITY train, and observe cooks and kitchen cruise ships sailing the seas or workers. INDUSTRY? air hostesses serving customers ••Waiters take orders and serve food and It isn’t easy working in the Hospitality beverages to patrons at tables in dining industry - guests can be rude, the holiday on airlines. But in reality many rush is nightmarish and employees work establishment. jobs in this industry are based in ••Assistant Managers hire, train, and seven days a week. Most jobs within this one area or location. Consider supervise the members of their staff. industry do not have the standard hours of 9am to 5pm, you must be prepared to put working in a travel agency for in the hours. example, or in a hotel. 24 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 25
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) NQF LEVEL 2 - 4 ENGINEERING & RELATED The NC(V) is a Vocational Programme ••Primary Agriculture DESIGN (FITTING & TURNING / BOILERMAKING / WELDING / MOTOR MECHANICS) offered at Level 2 to 4 of the National NQF LEVEL 2-4 Qualifications Framework (NQF) and Business Studies Field: is offered by all public TVET Colleges ••Hospitality (Accommodation, Events and NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) countrywide. The qualification is intended Catering Services) to directly address the priority skills ••Office Administration demand of the modern South African ••Tourism economy. NQF Level 2 NQF Level 3 NQF Level 4 NC(V) CURRICULUM The NC(V) Qualification is designed to Each NC(V) Qualification has a total of 7 • The following subjects are compulsory for each level: provide both theory and practice, thus subjects per NQF Level: Fundamental • English 1st Additional Language granting students an opportunity to gain There are three fundamental subjects Subjects • Mathematics • Life Orientation work experience during the period of which are common for all learning fields study. Practical experience may be gained and are compulsory. • Engineering • Engineering Practice • Engineering Processes in either a simulated or real workshop Fundamentals and Maintenance • Professional environment. THE FUNDAMENTAL SUBJECTS • Engineering Technology • Material Technology Engineering Practice • Engineering Systems Engineering Graphics • Applied Engineering ARE: • Fitting & Turning and Design (CAD) Technology NC(V) PROGRAMMES OFFERED BY ••Life Orientation; (Elective) or • Fitting & Turning • Fitting & Turning MAJUBA TVET COLLEGE: ••English First Additional Language; Vocational • Engineering Fabrication (Elective) or (Elective) or Engineering Related Field: ••Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy Subjects Per - Boilermaking (Elective) • Engineering • Engineering • Automotive Repair and Fabrication- Fabrication- ••Engineering and Related Design (Fitting Level Maintenance (Elective) Boilermaking (Elective) Boilermaking (Elective) and Turning or Boilermaking or Motor There are four vocational subjects which or or or Mechanics) are aimed at preparing students for the • Welding (Elective) • Automotive Repair & • Automotive Repair and ••Electrical Infrastructure Construction world-of- work, within the field of their Maintenance (Elective) Maintenance (Elective) (Light Current or Heavy Current) choice. Of the four vocational subjects, or or • Welding (Elective) • Welding (Elective) ••Civil Engineering and Building one is an elective subject, which allows the Construction (Carpentry and Roof Work students to specialize in a specific subfield. • A year-end school or Masonry) report for grade 9, 10, Admission • NQF Level 2 in the • NQF Level 3 in the 11, or 12 certificate Required specific programme specific programme • An NQF Level 1 CAMPUS KEY: Qualification Duration 1 year 1 year 1 year Majuba Technology Centre IT And Business Campus er Paths Possible Care Newcastle Technology Centre Centre For People Development Majuba Technology Centre r Dundee Technology Centre Open Learning Unit nd Turne Newcastle Technology Centre • Fitter a ker rm a • Boile ic Mechan • Motor ic D ie se l Mechan THE COLLEGE RESERVES THETHE RIGHT COLLEGE TO: RESERVES THE RIGHT TO: FOR APPLICATIONS: • W e ld e r Only offer programmes Onlythat offerare programmes justified by that student are justified numbers.by student numbers. To apply for the NC(V) , kindly visit www.majuba.edu.za • Change the location / venue Changeofthe thelocation programme / venue offering. of the programme offering. 26 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 27
ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE CIVIL & BUILDING CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION (LIGHT CURRENT / HEAVY CURRENT) NQF LEVEL 2-4 (BRICKLAYING / PLASTERING / PLUMBING / CARPENTRY) NQF LEVEL 2-4 NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) NQF Level 2 NQF Level 3 NQF Level 4 NQF Level 2 NQF Level 3 NQF Level 4 • The following subjects are compulsory for each level: • The following subjects are compulsory for each level: Fundamental • English 1st Additional Language Fundamental • English 1st Additional Language Subjects • Mathematics Subjects • Mathematics • Life Orientation • Life Orientation • Electric Principles and • Electrical Principals and • Electrical Principles and • Construction Planning • Construction Planning • Construction Planning Practice Practice Practice • Plant and Equipment • Plant and Equipment • Construction Vocational • Electronic Control and • Electronic Control and • Electrical Control and • Materials • Materials Supervision Vocational Subjects Per Digital Workshops Digital Electronics Digital Electronics • Masonry (Elective) or • Masonry (Elective) or • Materials Subjects Per Level • Workshop Practice • Electrical Workmanship • Electrical Workmanship • Carpentry and • Carpentry and • Masonry (Elective) or Level Roofwork (elective) or Roofwork (elective) or • Carpentry and • Electrical Systems and • Electrical Systems and • Electrical Systems and Constructive (Elective) Construction (Elective) Construction (Elective) • Plumbing (Elective) • Plumbing (Elective) Roofwork (Elective) or • Plumbing (Elective) • A year-end school • NQF Level 2 in the • NQF Level 3 in the report for grade 9, 10, specific programme specific programme • A year-end school • NQF Level 2 in the • NQF Level 3 in the Admission 11 or 12 certificate report for grade 9, 10, specific programme specific programme Required Admission • An NQF Level 1 11 or 12 certificate Required • An NQF Level 1 Qualification Qualification Duration 1 year 1 year 1 year Duration 1 year 1 year 1 year er Paths er Paths Possible Care Majuba Technology Centre Po s s ib le Ca re Majuba Technology Centre ian • Electric nt Mechanician • Plumb r er e nte • Instrum e Newcastle Technology Centre C a rp Dundee Technology Centre • k la yer • Bric •T il e r THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO: THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO: Only offer programmes that are justified by student numbers. Only offer programmes that are justified by student numbers. Change the location / venue of the programme offering. Change the location / venue of the programme offering. 28 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 29
PRIMARY AGRICULTURE NQF LEVEL 2-4 OFFICE ADMINISTRATION NQF LEVEL 2-4 NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) NQF Level 2 NQF Level 3 NQF Level 4 NQF Level 2 NQF Level 3 NQF Level 4 • The following subjects are compulsory for each level: • English 1st Additional Language • The following subjects are compulsory for each level: Fundamental Fundamental • English 1st Additional Language • Mathematics Literacy Subjects Subjects • Mathematics literacy • Life Orientation • Life Orientation • Soil Science • Soil Science • Farming Planning and • Business Practice • Business Practice • Business Practice • Plant production • Plant production Mechanization Vocational • Office Practice • Office Practice • Office Practice • Animal Production • Animal Production • Advanced Plant Subjects Per • Office Data Processing • Office Data Processing • Office Data Processing • Agri Business (Elective) • Agri Business (Elective) Production Vocational • New Venture Creation • New Venture Creation • Personal Assistance Level • Animal production Subjects Per (Elective) or or (Elective) or • Agri Business (Elective) • Wholesale and Retail • Wholesale and Retail • Wholesale and Retail Level (Elective) (Elective) (Elective) • A year-end school • NQF Level 2 in the • NQF Level 3 in the report for grade 9, 10, specific programme specific programme Admission 11 or 12 certificate Required • An NQF Level 1 • A year-end school • NQF Level 2 in the • NQF Level 3 in the Qualification report for grade 9, 10, specific programme specific programme Admission 11 or 12 certificate Duration 1 year 1 year 1 year Required • An NQF Level 1 Qualification Duration 1 year 1 year 1 year Majuba Technology Centre Ca re e r Paths Possible Ca re e r Paths Centre For People Development roductio n Po s s ib le • Plant P roduction Adminis on trati IT And Business Campus lP • Office ecretary • Anima S • Private Reception ine es • Frontl cretarial Servic ping Dundee Technology Centre Se ee • Legal d B o o k-k nting an • Accou anagement e M t • Offi c agemen Pe rs o n nel Man • THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO: THE COLLEGE RESERVES THETHE RIGHT COLLEGE TO: RESERVES THE RIGHT TO: Only offer programmes that are justified by student numbers. Only offer programmes Onlythat offerare programmes justified by that student are justified numbers.by student numbers. Change the location / venue of the programme offering. Change the location / venue Change ofthe thelocation programme/ venue offering. of the programme offering. 30 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 31
HOSPITALITY NQF LEVEL 2-4 TOURISM NQF LEVEL 2-4 NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) NQF Level 2 NQF Level 3 NQF Level 4 NQF Level 2 NQF Level 3 NQF Level 4 • The following subjects are compulsory for each level: • The following subjects are compulsory for each level: Fundamental • English 1st Additional Language Fundamental • English 1st Additional Language Subjects • Mathematics literacy Subjects • Mathematics Literacy • Life Orientation • Life Orientation • Hospitality Generics • Hospitality Generics • Hospitality Generics • Science of Tourism • Science of Tourism • Science of Tourism • Food Preparation • Food Preparation • Food Preparation • Client Services and • Client Services and • Client Services and Vocational • Client Services and • Client Services and • Client Services and Human Relations Human Relations Human Relations Subjects Per Human Relations Human Relations Human Relations Vocational • Sustainable Tourism In • Sustainable Tourism • Sustainable Tourism Level • Hospitality Services • Hospitality Services • Hospitality Services Subjects Per South Africa in South Africa and In South Africa and (Elective) (Elective) (Elective) Level • Tourism Operations Regional Travel International Travel (Elective) • Tourism Operations • Tourism Operations • A year-end school • NQF Level 2 in the • NQF Level 3 in the (Elective) (Elective) report for grade 9, 10, specific programme specific programme Admission 11 or 12 certificate • A year-end school • NQF Level 2 in the • NQF Level 3 in the Required • An NQF Level 1 report for grade 9, 10, specific programme specific programme Qualification Admission 11 or 12 certificate Required • An NQF Level 1 Duration 1 year 1 year 1 year Qualification Duration 1 year 1 year 1 year r Paths Centre For People Development s ib le Ca re e le Ca re e r Paths s Po e-keeping IT And Business Campus s ib Pos odation Managemnennint g Centre For People Development • Hous verage m • Accom ce and Events P rk la and Be • Food • Confe ren ri Wo Dundee Technology Centre ement Range a n d S a fa Manag ent M anagem ervices • Game • Ho te l ti o n S v e l Agency moda • Tra • Accom anagement • Tour G uide M • Events • Chef nd Foo d urant a • Resta s Service THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO: THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO: Only offer programmes that are justified by student numbers. Only offer programmes that are justified by student numbers. Change the location / venue of the programme offering. Change the location / venue of the programme offering. 32 Majuba TVET College | majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 33
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES (N-COURSES) NATIONAL N-DIPLOMA candidate’s vocation; This qualification is primarily aimed at giving a student theoretical knowledge, practical •• Completed the relevant DHET application form, requesting to be awarded the National knowledge and workplace knowledge and skills required in their chosen vocational area. N-Diploma. This application form must be accompanied by a detailed letter from the The design of the qualification enables students to progressively obtain the qualification student’s Employer/s, confirming that the student has acquired the relevant workplace by completing the related N1, N2, N3, N4, N5 and N6 courses, in a particular vocational experience in the required time. area. ••All applications are done via the relevant College Examination Centres. Such applications are reviewed and, where appropriate recommended by the Academic MAJUBA TVET COLLEGE OFFERS THE N1-N6 COURSES BOTH FULL-TIME Board of the College to the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). AND PART-TIME The full-time component is offered by: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Business Studies (N4–N6): The N4+N5+N6, must be followed by or integrated with the relevant 18 months practical ••CPD Campus, DTC Campus, ITB Campus and Open Learning Unit workplace experience for General/Business Study Diplomas; and 24 months of practical Engineering Studies (N1–N6): workplace experience for the Engineering Studies Diploma. ••DTC Campus, MTC Campus, Newtech Campus and Open Learning Unit THE PART-TIME COMPONENT IS OFFERED THROUGH OUR OPEN A student applying for the Business Studies N-Diploma must produce documentary LEARNING UNIT, WITH THE FOLLOWING AIMS: proof of at least eighteen (18) months of relevant experience in commerce and industry, relevant to the two instructional offerings offered on the N6 level. ••To create access for company-employed students aspiring to enhance their qualifications, either to change their careers or to access promotional opportunities; A student applying for the Engineering Studies N-Diploma must produce documentary ••To facilitate access for employed students who are not in close proximity to a TVET proof of two years relevant experience in industry, relevant to the two instructional College. offerings offered on the N6 level. ADMISSION AND RE-ADMISSION CRITERIA: If you are interested in enrolling for the N1-N6 courses, kindly log onto: www.majuba.edu.za. CAMPUS KEY: REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ISSUING OF THE NATIONAL N-DIPLOMA Majuba Technology Centre IT And Business Campus A student is required to satisfy the following requirements. He/she must have: ••Achieved the N4, N5 and N6 Certificates; with a minimum of twelve instructional Newcastle Technology Centre Centre For People Development offerings (i.e. subjects); ••A minimum of two instructional offerings on the N6 level must be relevant to the Dundee Technology Centre Open Learning Unit THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO: Only offer programmes that are justified by student numbers. Change the location / venue of the programme offering. 34 Majuba TVET College | majubatvetcollege.co.za majuba.edu.za 83 Allen Street, Newcastle, 2940 | T: 034 326 4888 | F: 034 326 4889 35
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