Occupational Certificate: Aircraft Structures Technician
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an Occupational Certificate at NQF Level 4 in the Manufacturing and Assembly subfield, focused on the technical work associated with aircraft structures. It carries 546 credits and is intended to support practical occupational preparation in this area.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in practical, technical work involving aircraft structures, manufacturing and assembly may consider this qualification. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission or eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a direct pathway toward work as an Aircraft Structures Worker, based on the supplied career relationship. It is also mapped to Craft Bookbinding Technician as a direct pathway, although applicants should confirm how this relationship applies to their intended career. Completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into any career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Aircraft-structure-related practical work
- Manufacturing and assembly skills
- Technical occupational skills relevant to aircraft structures
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Aircraft Structures Technician
- SAQA ID
- 102498
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 4
- Minimum credits
- 546
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Manufacturing and Assembly
- Originator
- DQP TETA
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2021-05-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied evidence records a registration end date of 30 May 2021 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its approval remains valid.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 102498, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making payment.