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National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical

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SAQA ID72577
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical is a 360-credit qualification at NQF Level 6 in the Engineering and Related Design subfield. It is focused on mechanical engineering within the HEQSF and was originated by Tshwane University of Technology. The supplied information records a registration end date of 31 December 2018, so its current availability should be verified before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in mechanical engineering and related technical study may consider this qualification as part of their education planning. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility or current enrolment availability.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to mechanical engineering-related work or further study, but no specific career relationships are supplied. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any career.

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical
SAQA ID
72577
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
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 directly with SAQA or the relevant official source.
  • Confirm whether any institution is currently authorised to offer the qualification and check the provider’s accreditation or authorisation.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider for the applicable assessment arrangements and any practical, laboratory or workplace requirements.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment, given the recorded registration end date of 31 December 2018.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.