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Aircraft Instrument Mechanic

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SAQA ID20831
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

Aircraft Instrument Mechanic is a technical qualification in the Engineering and Related Design field, focused on work associated with aircraft instruments and aerospace-related maintenance or technical support. It is listed at NQF Level 5 with 120 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in technical work involving aircraft instruments, aerospace maintenance environments or engineering-related design may consider this qualification as part of exploring that direction. This is general guidance and does not establish admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work related to aircraft instrument maintenance and aerospace technical environments, based on its title and field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers have been mapped here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Aircraft instrument maintenance-related capability
  • Application of engineering and related design knowledge in an aerospace context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Aircraft Instrument Mechanic
SAQA ID
20831
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
Aerospace Chamber
Registration end in source dataset
2006-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2006 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, where applicable.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider to confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace requirements apply.
  • Request confirmation of the qualification title, SAQA ID 20831, NQF level and credit value before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.