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National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical

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SAQA ID74083
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This qualification is a higher-education mechanical engineering diploma focused on the engineering and related design field. It represents substantial study in mechanical engineering at NQF Level 6 and carries 360 credits. The available information indicates that its registration period ended on 20 October 2016, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in pursuing structured higher-education study related to mechanical engineering and engineering design might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s current requirements and the qualification’s verified status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to mechanical engineering and related design work, but no specific career relationships are mapped here. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular occupation.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational mechanical engineering knowledge
  • Engineering design awareness
  • Technical problem-solving
  • Application of engineering principles in a mechanical engineering context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical
SAQA ID
74083
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
University of Johannesburg
Registration end in source dataset
2016-10-20
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 and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant provider, particularly because the recorded registration period ended on 20 October 2016.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification offered is the correct SAQA-registered version.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and any practical, laboratory or workplace-related requirements.
  • Confirm whether the qualification remains available for new enrolment and whether any updated or replacement qualification should be considered.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.