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Further Education and Training Certificate: Foundry Operations

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SAQA ID66489
NQF Level4
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This Level 4 qualification focuses on the knowledge and capabilities associated with foundry operations within the Manufacturing and Assembly field. It carries 128 credits and is intended to provide occupationally oriented preparation in a foundry setting.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people interested in foundry work, metal production environments or manufacturing and assembly activities. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant provider because specific entry conditions are not established here.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work related to foundry operations and manufacturing environments. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into any particular occupation, and no approved related-career mappings are available for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundry operations awareness
  • Manufacturing and assembly awareness

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Further Education and Training Certificate: Foundry Operations
SAQA ID
66489
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
128
Field
6
Subfield
Manufacturing and Assembly
Originator
SGB MAP
Registration end in source dataset
2013-11-07
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 7 November 2013 and does not confirm current status.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, where applicable.
  • Ask the provider to confirm admission requirements before applying.
  • Request details of the assessment approach and whether practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification is still open for new enrolment and that the provider’s offering matches the official qualification record.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.