The Autotronics occupation equips namibian trainees with the skills needed to take up positions as qualified artisans within the mining, engineering, building and civil industries. The Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology pro-vides a holistic method of training that integrates practi-cal hands on training with theoretical knowledge and background, shaping individuals into experienced, know-ledgeable, well qualified, capable recruits geared to enter the commercial and industrial job market. The Autotronics trade will teach the trainee to compe-tently: Remove, test, fit and service automobile batteries and

mechanical electrical equipment. Build basic auto electrical circuits. Assemble, fit and repair automobile auxiliary harness-

es. Select and use automobile lifting equipment. Construct simple electro-pneumatic/hydraulic cir-

cuits. Diagnose, test and repair conventional automobile

charging and starting systems. Service and repair conventional automobile ignition systems. Diagnose, service and maintain automobile air-

conditioning systems. “Excellence is a habit not an act, it takes time

and perseverance.”

NIMT offers a four-year training opportunity in the Autotronics trade. Training is based on the apprenticeship modular training approach in accordance with the require-ments and recommendations of the industry. Theoretical tuition in the classrooms follows a com-bination of Level 1 (1st year) to Level 3 (3rd year) subjects. These include:

During the second semester of every training year, trainees are placed at reputable companies nation-wide on job-attachment, thus providing them with the necessary practical job exposure.

PROSPECTS

To be the Premier VET Provider of Choice. To provide cost-effective and quality voca-

tional education and training based on care, integrity, teamwork and excellence.

1. FULLTIME TRAINEES

THE NAMIBIAN INSTITUTE OF

MINING AND TECHNOLOGY

AUTOTRONICS

VISION & MISSION STATEMENT

Theory Subjects L1 L2 L3 Mathematics

Engineering Science

Engineering Drawing

Trade Theory

Industrial Electronics

Supplementary Subjects L1 L2 L3 English Communication Skills

Entrepreneurial Skills

Computer Practice

Health, Safety & Environment

Modular Practical L1 L2 L3 Modular Practical Evaluation

Job Attachment L1 L2 L3 Placement at Companies

Application forms are available in the national newspa-pers prior to the application dates. They have to be completed and sent to the NIMT. Students will be informed if they had been successful. Applications are subject to a selection process.

NIMT HEAD OFFICE ARANDIS

PRIVATE BAG 5025 SWAKOPMUND TEL: 064-511800 FAX: 064-510369

E-MAIL: info.ho@nimt.edu.na WEBSITE: nimt.edu.na

NIMT ENGINEERING TRADES CAMPUS ARANDIS

PRIVATE BAG 5025 SWAKOPMUND TEL: 064-511800 FAX: 064-510369

E-MAIL: info.net@nimt.edu.na WEBSITE: nimt.edu.na

NIMT BUILDING CIVIL TRADES CAMPUS ARANDIS

PRIVATE BAG 5025 SWAKOPMUND TEL: 064-511800 FAX: 064-510369

E-MAIL: info.nbct@nimt.edu.na WEBSITE: nimt.edu.na

NIMT NORTHERN CAMPUS TSUMEB

PRIVATE BAG 2009 TSUMEB

TEL: 067-224500 FAX: 067-221714

E-MAIL: info.nnc@nimt.edu.na WEBSITE: nimt.edu.na

NIMT SOUTHERN CAMPUS KEETMANSHOOP

PRIVATE BAG 2141 KEETMANSHOOP

TEL: 063-227600 FAX: 063-222101

E-MAIL: info.nsc@nimt.edu.na WEBSITE: nimt.edu.na

NIMT CAMPUSES CAREER PATH

TRADE / CAMPUS NNC NSC NET NBCT

Autotronics

CONTACT DETAILS

NNC - NIMT Northern Campus (Tsumeb) NSC - NIMT Southern Campus (Keetmanshoop) NBCT - NIMT Building, Civil Trades Campus (Arandis) NET - NIMT Engineering Trades Campus (Arandis)

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

1.1 - MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

For the Electrical Field of Study candidates must have completed the grade 12 certificate or equiv-alent qualification successfully, with at least 14 points in the 5 best subjects, of which at least 4 credits in Mathematics, Science and English (first or second language) respectively.

Preference will be given to students with higher

grades. Must be declared healthy and fit by a medical

practitioner.