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National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical

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SAQA ID62388
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This qualification is a Level 6 national diploma focused on mechanical engineering within the Engineering and Related Design field. It represents substantial study in the mechanical engineering discipline and carries 360 credits. The available information indicates that its registration period ended on 31 December 2018, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.

What this qualification may cover

  • Mechanical engineering as a specialised area of engineering and related design
  • Engineering and related design knowledge at NQF Level 6

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing formal knowledge in mechanical engineering and exploring study or work related to this engineering discipline may consider it. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s current requirements, if the qualification is available.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further exploration of mechanical engineering-related work or study by providing formal learning in the discipline. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Mechanical engineering knowledge
  • Engineering and related design understanding
  • Application of knowledge within a mechanical engineering context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical
SAQA ID
62388
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
University of South Africa
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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 and whether enrolment is still permitted.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is legitimate.
  • Check the current admission requirements directly with the provider.
  • Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any practical, workplace or other participation requirements apply.
  • Ask the provider whether the qualification has been replaced, amended or withdrawn since the recorded registration end date.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.