Diploma in Engineering Technology in Power Engineering
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About this qualification
This is a 240-credit, NQF Level 6 diploma focused on power engineering within the Electrical Infrastructure Construction subfield. It is intended to provide higher-education preparation for understanding and working with technical aspects of power engineering and electrical infrastructure, subject to confirmation of the qualification’s current status and delivery arrangements.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a formal foundation in power engineering and electrical infrastructure construction may consider this qualification. Prospective learners should check the provider’s current admission requirements rather than assuming that interest in the field alone is sufficient.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further study or exploration of technical work related to power engineering and electrical infrastructure. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular occupation.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational power engineering knowledge
- Technical understanding related to electrical infrastructure construction
- Ability to engage with engineering technology concepts in a power-engineering context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Engineering Technology in Power Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 101015
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 12
- Subfield
- Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Originator
- University of Johannesburg
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record includes a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 but does not confirm its present status.
- Confirm that the intended provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification and that the provider’s offering matches the approved qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, including any academic prerequisites.
- Ask how learning and assessment are conducted, and whether any practical, laboratory or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 101015, NQF level, credit value and any current enrolment deadlines directly with the provider or SAQA.