National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This qualification is a Level 2 national certificate focused on fitting within mechanical engineering and the manufacturing and assembly field. It is intended to provide a foundation for understanding and performing fitting-related work in a mechanical engineering context.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing a foundation in mechanical engineering fitting and related manufacturing or assembly work might consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for further learning or entry-level work related to mechanical engineering fitting, manufacturing and assembly. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or progression into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational mechanical engineering fitting skills
- Basic understanding of manufacturing and assembly work
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Fitting
- SAQA ID
- 23273
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 2
- Minimum credits
- 138
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Manufacturing and Assembly
- Originator
- SGB MAP
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2008-06-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before making a decision, as the available registration history shows an end date of 25 June 2008.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its offering is valid for the intended enrolment period.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
- Ask the provider how the qualification’s 138 credits and NQF Level 2 status apply to the planned programme and any further study.
- Confirm what certificate or achievement documentation will be issued on successful completion.