National Certificate: Power and telecommunication cable manufacturing
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About this qualification
This qualification provides foundational preparation in the manufacturing and assembly of power and telecommunication cables. It is a 128-credit qualification at NQF level 2, associated with the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF).
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in entry-level work related to the manufacturing and assembly of power or telecommunication cables, including those considering a cable-production environment. This is guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support a direct pathway towards work as a Cable Manufacturing Machine Minder, based on the supplied career relationship. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or eligibility for a specific job.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational awareness of power and telecommunication cable manufacturing processes
- Basic ability to work around cable-manufacturing machinery
- Attention to production, assembly and manufacturing tasks
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Certificate: Power and telecommunication cable manufacturing
- SAQA ID
- 21011
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 2
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Manufacturing and Assembly
- Originator
- SGB MAP
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling, as the supplied registration snapshot shows an end date of 30 June 2023 and current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification details offered by the provider match SAQA qualification ID 21011.