National Certificate: IC: N1 Motor, Diesel and Tractor Mechanics
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About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 1 national certificate in the OQSF, focused on foundational learning related to motor, diesel and tractor mechanics. It carries 40 credits and is classified under Manufacturing and Assembly. The available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023, while its current status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in exploring entry-level mechanical work involving motor vehicles, diesel equipment or tractors might consider this qualification. It may be relevant to learners beginning to investigate these areas, subject to the provider’s current admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The supplied career relationships associate this qualification with Automotive Motor Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic and Tractor Mechanic pathways. These relationships indicate possible relevance to those occupations, but the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment, trade status or professional registration. An Actor relationship also appears in the supplied career data, but its relevance to this mechanical qualification should be independently verified.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational awareness of motor mechanics
- Foundational awareness of diesel mechanics
- Foundational awareness of tractor mechanics
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: IC: N1 Motor, Diesel and Tractor Mechanics
- SAQA ID
- 67558
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 1
- Minimum credits
- 40
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Manufacturing and Assembly
- Originator
- Department of Education
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, where applicable.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 67558 and NQF level match the programme being advertised.
- Check whether completion supports the specific mechanical occupation or further training you are considering, rather than assuming a direct route into employment or trade recognition.