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National Higher Diploma: Rock Engineering

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SAQA ID1831
NQF Level7
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The National Higher Diploma: Rock Engineering is a Level 7 higher-education qualification focused on rock engineering in the Fabrication and Extraction field. Its title indicates a specialised focus on understanding and working with rock-related engineering considerations in extraction environments. The qualification has a stated value of 120 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in specialised rock engineering and the technical aspects of extraction-related work might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not establish admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work involving rock engineering within extraction-related settings, based on its title and field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • A specialised foundation in rock engineering
  • Technical understanding relevant to fabrication and extraction contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Higher Diploma: Rock Engineering
SAQA ID
1831
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
120
Field
6
Subfield
Fabrication and Extraction
Originator
Committee of Technikon Principals
Registration end in source dataset
2006-06-30
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.

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  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2006 and requires verification.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.