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National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Machining and Tooling

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SAQA ID63649
NQF Level3
Credits132
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 3 national certificate focused on the machining and tooling area of Engineering and Related Design. It may provide an introductory foundation for people interested in practical mechanical engineering work involving machining and tooling.

Who might consider this qualification?

People exploring entry-level learning in mechanical engineering, machining or tooling may consider this qualification as a possible foundation. Suitability should be confirmed against the provider’s published admission and learning requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may help develop a foundation relevant to machining and tooling-related work, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or access to a particular occupation. No approved related-career mappings were supplied for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of machining
  • Foundational understanding of tooling
  • Basic awareness of engineering and related design practices

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering: Machining and Tooling
SAQA ID
63649
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
3
Minimum credits
132
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
Generic Provider - Field 06
Registration end in source dataset
2013-11-07
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 status, as the available record includes a registration-end date of 7 November 2013 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the advertised programme relates to the correct SAQA qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, delivery arrangements and assessment requirements.
  • Ask whether practical facilities, equipment or workplace-based learning are required and how these are arranged.
  • Confirm that the qualification is still open for new enrolment before making any payment.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.