Programme Outline
Based on SAQA's Unit Standard 12903
Introduction
This course provides practical and technical skills required to become a pipe layer in the civil construction industry. Pipe layers install underground pipes on major infrastructure projects such as highways, dams and the drainage or airfield and sub-divisions. These pipes may be constructed from steel, concrete or plastic and are used for storm water, sewerage, water supply and gas pipelines that may extend many hundreds of kilometres.
Key learning Areas
- Interpreting drawings and specifications.
- Preparing the work area for installation.
- Excavation techniques for different pipelines.
- Installing the pipelines in a safe manner.
- Testing the pipeline.
- Techniques and methods for backfilling.
- Installing culvert and manholes.
Based on SAQA's Unit Standard 261717
Introduction
This course will enable learners to have practical skills on how to prepare and lay different types of paving blocks and kerbs.
Key learning Areas
- Interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
- Tools and equipment for paving surfaces.
- Preparing work area for paving.
- Selecting materials, tools and equipment to perform specified paving work.
- Mixing filler, substrate layer and bedding materials for precast block paving.
- Laying precast block paving.
- Cutting edges of precast block paving according to specifications.
- Techniques for laying different types of kerbs.
Based on SAQA's Unit Standard 15182
Introduction
At the end of this course, participants will be able to build manholes and chambers in accordance with defined specifications.
Key learning Areas
- Types of manholes and chambers
- Interpreting drawings and specifications.
- Tools and equipment for manhole or chamber construction.
- Preparing a base for a manhole or chamber.
- Constructing a manhole or chamber.
- Completing the manholes and chamber.
Based on SAQA's Unit Standard 14554
Introduction
This course provides a detailed introduction to the design and construction of road surfaces, with a focus on asphalt and spray sealing. It demystifies the terminology used in the industry and provides an overview of all matters associated with bituminous surfacing for people with limited exposure to the industry. It provides participants with a solid foundation on which to build their knowledge as they progress through the industry.
Key learning Areas
- Identify different asphalt mixes and their properties.
- Technology for applying hot mix asphalt.
- Preparing a road layer to receive premix asphalt.
- Applying a premix asphalt layer.
- Equipment and tools used for laying asphalt and their proper uses.
- Completing a premix asphalt layer.
Based on SAQA's Unit Standard 14555
Introduction
Numerous claims are laid against road authorities every year for vehicle damage caused by potholes and even for serious vehicle accidents resulting from excessively large potholes. Potholes have always been a problem on sealed/paved roads. This course will enable participants to have skills and knowledge on how to;
- Repair potholes and
- Resurface damaged bituminous road layers.
Key learning Areas
- Causes of potholes in bituminous road surfaces.
- Types of potholes and their causes.
- Importance of road maintenance.
- Preparing to repair or resurface a road layer.
- Tools and equipment for road maintenance.
- Techniques for repairing different types of potholes.
- Applying a bituminous seal.
- Completing a bituminous seal operation.
Based on unit standard 116573 Assemble, tie and fix reinforcing cages.
Introduction
Assembling and tie-ing reinforcing cages and using the correct materials and methods for fixing reinforcing must be done in a safe and efficient manner. This course will enable learners to demonstrate knowledge of types of tools, equipment and personal protective equipment, Steel fixing sequence and SABS requirements for the different types of ties.
Key learning Areas
- Checking work area for hazards.
- Checking scaffolding for adequacy.
- Identifying and preparing reinforcing material.
- Preparation of spacing templates.
- Fixing reinforcing.
- Securing all ties.
- SABS requirements for the different types of ties to be used for given situations and types of bars.
- Techniques for preparing spacing templates.
- Occupational Health and Safety requirements for the erection of scaffolding (size and positioning).
- Techniques for identifying faults to base and starter bars.
- Safety precautions in reinforcing.
- consequences of good and poor workmanship are described in terms of production, cost, safety and quality of product
Based on unit standard 261666 prime and apply paint to surfaces.
Introduction
This course will enable learners to conduct priming and painting tasks on building surfaces. The skills, values and knowledge reflected in this programme are required by people in the field of building and civil construction.
Key learning Areas
- Preparing materials, tools and equipment for applying primer and paint.
- Filing imperfections and surfaces.
- Prime surfaces for painting.
- Coat surfaces with paint.
- Safety precautions when priming and painting surfaces.
Based on unit standard 261657 Plaster surfaces
Introduction
Successful completion of this course will enable learners to plaster surfaces. The skills, values and knowledge reflected in this programme are required by people in the field of building and civil construction.
Key learning Areas
- Selecting and maintaining materials, tools and equipment for specified plastering work.
- Preparing work areas for plastering.
- Batching and mixing plaster.
- Applying plaster to various types of surfaces.
- Installing mouldings and repair damaged plaster.
- Implementing emergency safety procedures when required.
Based on unit standard 116573 Assemble, tie and fix reinforcing cages.
Introduction
Assembling and tie-ing reinforcing cages and using the correct materials and methods for fixing reinforcing must be done in a safe and efficient manner. This course will enable learners to demonstrate knowledge of types of tools, equipment and personal protective equipment, Steel fixing sequence and SABS requirements for the different types of ties.
Key learning Areas
- Selecting and maintaining materials, tools and equipment for specified plastering work.
- Checking work area for hazards.
- Checking scaffolding for adequacy.
- Identifying and preparing reinforcing material.
- Preparation of spacing templates.
- Fixing reinforcing.
- Securing all ties.
- SABS requirements for the different types of ties to be used for given situations and types of bars.
- Techniques for preparing spacing templates.
- Occupational Health and Safety requirements for the erection of scaffolding (size and positioning).
- Techniques for identifying faults to base and starter bars.
- Safety precautions in reinforcing.
- consequences of good and poor workmanship are described in terms of production, cost, safety and quality of product.
Based on unit standard 14226 Fabricate, erect and strip formwork for straight walls, columns and bases.
Introduction
At the end of the short course learners will be able to fabricate, erect and strip steel and timber formwork for straight walls, columns and bases in accordance with working drawing specifications, National Building Regulations and safety legislation ensuring that client requirements for cost-effective and quality products are met within the prescribed timeframes.
Key learning Areas
- Prepare the work area where the formwork is to be fabricated.
- The formwork is fabricated in accordance with the safety requirements of the workplace.
- Formwork is fabricated and completed in accordance with work schedules.
- Formwork panels are correctly marked or numbered as instructed.
- Compliance with issued instructions is checked and the correctness of markings or numbering is confirmed.
- Scaffolding is thoroughly checked and confirmed to be adequately constructed for the task in terms of size, position and in accordance with the requirements of the OHSA.
- The correct shuttering materials are identified, prepared for use and safely stacked at the work area in readiness for the task at hand.
- The erected formwork is neat, true to line, plumb and in accordance with specified dimensions and within the specified SABS tolerances.
- Formwork is stripped in accordance with specified curing requirements.
- Personal protective equipment is used in accordance with the requirements of the OHSA.
Based on unit standard 12904 Install Gabion Baskets on a Construction Site.
Introduction
This short skills programme will be useful to people who work in the civil construction industry. People credited with this unit standard are able to prepare bedding, assemble and complete gabion baskets.
Key learning Areas
- Reasons for installing gabions.
- Checking the work area for hazards.
- Identification and preparation of necessary tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.
- Placing filter fabric.
- Assembling, anchoring and bracing of gabion baskets.
- Placing rocks in the gabion basket.