The Curriculum
The DTI curriculum is designed to support and enhance our core values of kindness, tolerance, respect, and excellence. It promotes a positive attitude towards learning and enables all learners to acquire relevant knowledge, understand concepts, and develop skills needed for life and the workplace.
DTI runs the following curriculum:
- Commission for Tertiary Education and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET)
- National Certificate I &II Welding and Fabrication
- National Certificate I & II Computer-Aided-Design/Computer-Aided-Manufacturing (CADCAM)
- American Welding Society (AWS) SENSE (Schools Excelling through National Skills Education) Level 1
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Pearson BTEC
- Creative Media Level 2
- Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering Level 3
- Skills Initiative for Africa (SIFA) - Entrepreneurship
- Alison online – Entrepreneurship
Teaching & Learning
at DTI
DTI’s teaching and learning approach, influenced by intentional methodologies, skills, and mindsets, aims to prepare learners for future work life. It emphasises open-mindedness, social attunement, emotional intelligence, and competence. DTI integrates basic and enrichment programs, focusing on workplace and transition skills, gender programming, entrepreneurship, and real-world experiences.
Why Choose DTI Welding & Fabrication
DTI Welding and Fabrication programme is internationally accredited and enhanced by the American Welding Society (AWS). It offers a fast track to precision welding skills within 18 months, gaining workplace experience and proficiency in MIG, TIG, MMA, and oxyacetylene cutting and welding. Our state-of-the-art welding shop has modern equipment, and graduates find excellent employment in various mining, construction, oil and gas, and metal fabrication industries.
Programme Advisory Committees (PACs)
PACs empower DTI to leverage industry expertise for curriculum development and learner employability. They provide advice, advocacy, and assistance to DTI in developing experiential education aligned with industry and market needs. PACs focus on curriculum development, ensuring quality standards, enhancing the student experience, and increasing employment opportunities.