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Diploma in Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering

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SAQA ID99386
NQF Level6
Credits280
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 280-credit Diploma at NQF Level 6 in the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is focused on mechanical engineering technology within the Engineering and Related Design field, providing a structured higher-education pathway for study in this area.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may interest people seeking formal higher-education study focused on mechanical engineering technology, particularly those considering technical and engineering-related development. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for further work or development in mechanical engineering technology-related settings. No approved related-career mappings are supplied, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Mechanical engineering technology knowledge
  • Application of engineering principles to mechanical systems
  • Technical problem-solving
  • Engineering and related design awareness

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering
SAQA ID
99386
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
280
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
Central University of Technology, Free State
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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.

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  • Verify the current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
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  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 99386, NQF level and credit value match the programme being advertised.
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