Occupational Certificate: Hydro Power Plant Operator
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About this qualification
This NQF Level 5 occupational qualification is focused on the operation of hydro power plant processes and equipment. It is associated with the Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework and the Manufacturing and Assembly subfield.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in operating and monitoring hydro power plant processes, particularly those considering work related to hydroelectric power generation and plant process control. This is general guidance, not confirmation that a person meets any admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support a direct pathway toward work as a Hydro Power Plant Process Controller, based on the supplied career relationship. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into that occupation.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Hydro power plant operation
- Monitoring of plant processes
- Process control in a hydro power plant environment
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Occupational Certificate: Hydro Power Plant Operator
- SAQA ID
- 104458
- NQF sub-framework
- OQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 340
- Field
- 6
- Subfield
- Manufacturing and Assembly
- Originator
- DQP EWSETA
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-09-12
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer this qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider what assessment arrangements apply.
- Confirm whether workplace-based learning, practical training or workplace access is required, where relevant.
- Check that the qualification title, SAQA ID and registration details on the provider’s materials match the official information.