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Occupational Certificate: Tooling CAD Operator

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SAQA ID103091
NQF Level4
Credits67
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an occupational qualification at NQF Level 4 in Engineering and Related Design for people developing capability in operating computer-aided design (CAD) tools in a tooling context. It carries 67 credits and is associated with the OQSF.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in using CAD systems to support tooling and engineering design work might consider this qualification. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support entry-level or supporting work related to tooling CAD operations and engineering design environments. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Operating CAD software in a tooling-related context
  • Supporting engineering and tooling design activities
  • Interpreting or producing computer-aided technical design information

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Occupational Certificate: Tooling CAD Operator
SAQA ID
103091
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
67
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
DQP QCTO
Registration end in source dataset
2023-07-26
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 26 July 2023 and does not confirm current status.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer this specific qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether they apply to your circumstances.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment approach and whether any practical, simulated or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 103091, NQF level and credit value match the offering before registering.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.