Diploma in Industrial Engineering
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About this qualification
This is a 360-credit Diploma at NQF Level 6 in the Engineering and Related Design subfield. It is focused on industrial engineering, a discipline concerned broadly with how work systems, processes and resources are organised and improved. The qualification was originated by Vaal University of Technology.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in industrial engineering and the design, organisation or improvement of processes and systems in engineering-related settings might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to industrial engineering-related work and further development in the field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No approved related-career mappings were supplied.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Understanding of industrial engineering concepts
- Process and systems thinking
- Engineering-related design awareness
- Analytical approaches to improving the use of resources and work processes
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Industrial Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 101151
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- Vaal University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace, practical or other completion requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 101151, NQF level and credit value against current official records before making an enrolment decision.