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National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing Processes

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SAQA ID79666
NQF Level3
Credits121
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This NQF Level 3 national certificate relates to foundational work in metal and engineering manufacturing processes within the Manufacturing and Assembly subfield. It may help learners build a base for further learning or work-related development in this area.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing foundational knowledge and capabilities related to metal and engineering manufacturing processes may consider this qualification. It may be relevant to learners exploring manufacturing and assembly environments, subject to the provider’s requirements and the qualification’s verified status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to entry-level or further-learning pathways associated with metal and engineering manufacturing. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a specific occupation, and no specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Awareness of metal and engineering manufacturing processes
  • Foundational understanding of manufacturing and assembly work environments
  • Process-oriented thinking in an engineering manufacturing context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Certificate: Metal and Engineering Manufacturing Processes
SAQA ID
79666
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
3
Minimum credits
121
Field
6
Subfield
Manufacturing and Assembly
Originator
SGB MAP
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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 supplied registration record shows an end date of 30 June 2023.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its offering is still open for enrolment.
  • 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 that the qualification title, SAQA ID 79666 and NQF Level 3 match the programme being advertised.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.