Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Mechanical Engineering
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About this qualification
This is an NQF level 8 honours-level engineering qualification focused on mechanical engineering within the Engineering and Related Design field. It carries 120 credits and is associated with the Central University of Technology, Free State. The qualification is intended to extend advanced academic and technical preparation in mechanical engineering, although the current registration position should be verified before relying on it for enrolment planning.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people seeking advanced study in mechanical engineering after meeting the applicable admission requirements. Prospective learners should confirm that their prior qualification and academic background are accepted by the provider and that the qualification is available for new enrolment.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression toward work related to mechanical engineering and may be relevant to the Mechanical Engineer career as a possible pathway. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into that career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Mechanical engineering analysis
- Engineering design and problem-solving
- Application of engineering principles in mechanical engineering contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Mechanical Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 117980
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- Central University of Technology, Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is available for new enrolment.
- Check the admission requirements directly with the provider.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach and whether any project, practical, laboratory or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 117980, NQF level, credit value and awarding institution before registering.