Bachelor of Technology: Engineering: Mechanical
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About this qualification
This is a Level 7, 480-credit higher-education qualification focused on mechanical engineering within the Engineering and Related Design field. It was originated by Durban University of Technology. The available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018, so its current status and availability should be confirmed before relying on it for enrolment planning.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be of interest to people seeking higher-level study related to mechanical engineering and engineering design. Because the available record indicates that registration ended in 2018, prospective learners should first confirm whether this qualification is still available or whether a replacement qualification applies.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression toward work related to mechanical engineering and engineering design, depending on the learner’s knowledge, experience and any additional requirements set by employers or relevant bodies. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Mechanical engineering problem-solving
- Engineering design thinking
- Technical analysis in a mechanical engineering context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Technology: Engineering: Mechanical
- SAQA ID
- 72131
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- Durban University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific delivery site or mode is covered.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any practical, laboratory or workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification has been replaced or superseded by another qualification.
- Clarify what completion of the qualification may support in relation to employment or any professional registration, and verify requirements directly with the relevant employer or professional body where applicable.