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NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: FOUNDATION: MECHANICAL

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SAQA ID114794
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The National Certificate: Foundation: Mechanical is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Engineering and Related Design subfield. Its title indicates a foundational focus related to mechanical engineering. The supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 25 July 2019, while its current registration status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in foundational study related to mechanical engineering and engineering design may consider this qualification, subject to confirming whether it is still available and whether they meet the provider’s requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to further study or work exploration in mechanical engineering and related design settings. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding related to mechanical engineering
  • Awareness of engineering and related design contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: FOUNDATION: MECHANICAL
SAQA ID
114794
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
Walter Sisulu University
Registration end in source dataset
2019-07-25
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 and enrolment status, as the supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 25 July 2019.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is legitimate.
  • 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 the qualification title, SAQA ID 114794, NQF level and credit value against current official information.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.