Occupational Certificate: Dragline Operator
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This occupational qualification is focused on preparing a person for work as a dragline operator in the engineering and related design field. It is at NQF Level 3 and carries 75 credits. The qualification’s recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2023, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in operating dragline equipment and pursuing work related to dragline operations may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s stated requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification is directly related to the Dragline Operator occupation. It may support preparation for work in this role, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment or career entry. Because the recorded registration period ended, prospective learners should first verify whether it remains available or has been replaced by a current qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Dragline equipment operation
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Dragline Operator
- SAQA ID
- 101669
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 3
- Minimum credits
- 75
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Engineering and Related Design
- Originator
- DQP MQA
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether enrolment is still permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 101669, NQF level and credit value match the offering being advertised.