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National Certificate: Engineering Fabrication: Mining and Minerals

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SAQA ID60290
NQF Level2
Credits148
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers2

About this qualification

This is an NQF level 2, 148-credit learning programme that provides foundational preparation in engineering fabrication as applied to the mining and minerals context. It is located within the Engineering and Related Design subfield.

What this qualification may cover

  • Foundational engineering fabrication knowledge and skills relevant to mining and minerals.
  • A structured learning programme at NQF level 2 within the OQSF.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing foundational engineering fabrication capabilities connected with the mining and minerals sector might consider this learning programme. Prospective learners should confirm that it matches their prior learning, goals and intended progression route.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The supplied career relationships identify Mining Engineer and Mining Engineering Technologist as direct-pathway careers that this qualification may support or relate to. This does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into either career; further learning and other requirements may apply.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational engineering fabrication skills.
  • Applying fabrication-related knowledge in a mining and minerals context.
  • Developing practical capability relevant to engineering and related design work.

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Certificate: Engineering Fabrication: Mining and Minerals
SAQA ID
60290
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
2
Minimum credits
148
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
Generic Provider - Field 06
Registration end in source dataset
Not specified in source
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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  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the programme.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements and whether your prior learning meets them.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
  • Confirm the programme’s credit value, learning format and progression options with the provider.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.