National Diploma: Engineering: Mechatronics
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About this qualification
The National Diploma: Engineering: Mechatronics is a Level 6, 360-credit higher-education qualification in the Engineering and Related Design subfield. It is associated with mechatronics, an engineering area that brings together mechanical and electronic systems. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 31 December 2018, but its current status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in engineering work involving the interaction of mechanical and electronic systems. Prospective learners should first confirm whether it is currently available for enrolment and whether they meet the applicable requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to engineering and mechatronics-related work, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the recorded registration period ended in 2018, prospective learners should verify the qualification's current status before relying on it for career planning.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Understanding of the relationship between mechanical and electronic engineering systems
- Technical problem-solving in an engineering context
- Integration-oriented thinking across engineering disciplines
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Diploma: Engineering: Mechatronics
- SAQA ID
- 99170
- 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
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status directly before enrolling.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements and selection process.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any practical, laboratory or workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID and NQF level match the offering being advertised.
- Check whether the qualification is open for new enrolment, given the recorded registration end date of 31 December 2018.