National Certificate: Diesel Mechanic
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The National Certificate: Diesel Mechanic is an NQF Level 3 occupational qualification in the Fabrication and Extraction field. It is focused on foundational preparation for work involving diesel-mechanical systems and is recorded with 130 credits. The supplied record indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2018, so its current availability must be confirmed before relying on it for enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in developing a foundation for diesel-mechanical work, particularly those exploring the occupational pathway associated with diesel mechanics. It should not be treated as an admission rule, and prospective learners should confirm the provider's requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification has an approved direct-pathway relationship with the Diesel Mechanic career. This indicates relevance to that occupation, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, trade status or professional registration. Because the supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2018 and requires verification, readers should confirm whether it remains available or recognised for their intended purpose.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational diesel-mechanical maintenance and repair skills
- Mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving
- Safe, practical work with diesel-powered mechanical systems
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Diesel Mechanic
- SAQA ID
- 23624
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 3
- Minimum credits
- 130
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Fabrication and Extraction
- Originator
- SGB MM
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status and whether the recorded registration end date affects new enrolment or achievement.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its accreditation or approval is current.
- Check the provider's admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
- Confirm how the qualification relates to the intended Diesel Mechanic career pathway and whether any additional trade, workplace or registration requirements apply.