National Higher Diploma: Wood Production Engineering
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The National Higher Diploma: Wood Production Engineering was a higher-level qualification in the Forestry and Wood Technology field, focused broadly on the engineering and production aspects of wood-related work. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2006, so its present availability should not be assumed.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be of historical interest to people exploring higher-level study related to wood technology, forestry and wood production engineering. Prospective learners should first confirm whether an equivalent or replacement qualification is currently available.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may have been relevant to technical and production-oriented work connected with wood technology and wood production engineering. It does not guarantee employment or entry into any particular occupation, and no specific related careers are confirmed here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- An understanding of wood production engineering as a technical field
- Awareness of the relationship between engineering and wood production processes
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- National Higher Diploma: Wood Production Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 1759
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Forestry and Wood Technology
- Originator
- Committee of Technikon Principals
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA status and whether it is still available for enrolment, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2006.
- 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.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm whether a current equivalent qualification is available if this historical qualification cannot be offered.