National Certificate: N1 Weaving Machine Mechanician
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an entry-level occupational qualification focused on the foundational area of weaving-machine mechanician work. It is located in the Manufacturing and Assembly field, carries 40 credits and is listed at NQF Level 1. The available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023, while its current SAQA status still requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in beginning a technical career involving weaving machinery, textile production equipment or related machine-mechanician work might consider this qualification. It may be relevant to learners seeking an introductory qualification in manufacturing and assembly, subject to the provider’s current admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support or relate to entry-level pathways such as Weaving Machine Operator and Textile Machine Mechanic, and the supplied career relationships also associate it with Avionics Mechanician, Business Machine Mechanic and Electronic Equipment Mechanician. These relationships indicate possible occupational relevance, not guaranteed employment, appointment, trade status or progression into any of these careers.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of weaving-machine operation
- Basic awareness of machinery in a manufacturing and assembly environment
- Introductory machine-mechanician skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: N1 Weaving Machine Mechanician
- SAQA ID
- 67149
- 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, because the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its accreditation or approval remains valid.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether practical, workshop or workplace experience is required.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 67149 and NQF Level 1 match the programme being advertised.
- Compare the provider’s latest information with official SAQA records before making payment or enrolling.