Occupational Certificate: Electrical Line Mechanic: Overhead Lines
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 4 occupational qualification focused on electrical line mechanics working with overhead electrical lines. It is associated with the Electrical Infrastructure Construction subfield and carries 510 credits. The available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023, so its current status should be confirmed before making enrolment decisions.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in practical work involving overhead electrical infrastructure and the occupational role of an electrical line mechanic might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the provider's current requirements and the qualification's verified status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification is directly related to the Electrical Line Mechanic career and may support preparation for work in that occupational area. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, trade recognition or professional registration. Because the available record indicates that registration ended on 30 June 2023 and requires verification, prospective learners should confirm whether it is still available and recognised for new enrolment.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Practical work related to electrical overhead lines
- Electrical infrastructure construction activities
- Occupational tasks associated with electrical line mechanics
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Electrical Line Mechanic: Overhead Lines
- SAQA ID
- 91781
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 4
- Minimum credits
- 510
- Field
- 12
- Subfield
- Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Originator
- DQP EAL
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant official authority.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification at the time of enrolment.
- Check the provider's admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that apply.
- Confirm how completion of the qualification relates to the Electrical Line Mechanic occupational pathway and whether any separate trade, workplace or registration requirements apply.