Colliery Training College
Mineral Processing
What is a Skills Programme?
- Short programmes that lead to an employable skill and earn credits on the NQF towards a qualification.
- A set or cluster of unit standards delivered by an accredited provider and combined with practical or work experience.
- Beneficial for improving skills and employability, addressing critical skills needs, developing specific competencies, and creating a culture of accountability.
Screening Plant Operator Skills Programme (NQF Level 2, 24 Credits)
This QCTO‑accredited programme equips learners with the competencies to operate, monitor, and control screening plant equipment in mineral processing environments. The curriculum combines 8 credits of theoretical knowledge in occupational health, safety, and environmental practices with 16 credits of practical training in plant operations. Learners will gain hands‑on experience in identifying equipment, conducting pre‑operational checks, start‑up and shut‑down procedures, and continuous monitoring of plant performance. The programme equips learners with the competencies required to meet production targets, optimise screening equipment efficiency, and comply with applicable health, safety, and environmental standards
Duration:
6 Weeks, 2 Weeks Theory Training and 4 Weeks Practical Training
Entry Requirements:
Grade 10 with Mathematics and Literacy
Personal Protective Equipment
Dense Medium Separation Plant Operator Skills Programme (NQF Level 2, 24 Credits)
This QCTO‑accredited programme equips learners with the competencies to operate, monitor, and control dense medium separation (DMS) plant equipment in mineral processing environments. The curriculum integrates 8 credits of theoretical knowledge in occupational health, safety, and environmental practices with 16 credits of practical training in plant operations. Learners will gain hands‑on experience in equipment identification, pre‑operational checks, start‑up and shut‑down procedures, and continuous monitoring of plant performance. The programme equips learners with the competencies required to meet production targets, optimise DMS equipment efficiency, and comply with applicable health, safety, and environmental standards
Duration:
6 Weeks, 2 Weeks Theory Training and 4 Weeks Practical Training
Entry Requirements:
Grade 10 with Mathematics and Literacy
Personal Protective Equipment