Certificate: Aircraft Mechanic
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About this qualification
The Certificate: Aircraft Mechanic is a Level 5 qualification in the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework, associated with aircraft mechanical work and the Manufacturing and Assembly subfield. It carries 360 credits. The available records indicate that its registration ended on 30 June 2012, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in aircraft mechanical work, aviation-related manufacturing and assembly, or developing a foundation relevant to aircraft maintenance activities. Suitability and admission would depend on the provider’s current requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for aircraft mechanic-related work by developing knowledge and capabilities associated with the aircraft mechanical field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, licensing, professional registration or entry into a particular occupation. No specific related careers were supplied for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Aircraft mechanical work
- Understanding of manufacturing and assembly contexts
- Practical orientation relevant to aircraft maintenance activities
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Certificate: Aircraft Mechanic
- SAQA ID
- 22019
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Manufacturing and Assembly
- Originator
- Denel Training Academy
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2012-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2012.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its certification arrangements are valid.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any practical, workshop or workplace-based requirements relevant to the programme.
- Confirm whether any additional aviation-sector, employer or regulatory requirements apply to the work you intend to pursue.