INTRODUCTION
This National Certificate Programme is delivered under the auspices of the Department of Higher Education and Training and quality assured by Umalusi. The Programme consists of 18 to 24 months theoretical studies at the College and 24 months relevant practical training (Internship training) in the work place.
The National Certificate: Mechanical Engineering includes the N1 – N6 Certificates that enable students the opportunity to improve their knowledge and qualifications in the respective mechanical engineering fields of study in order to be suitable for employment in industry: Boilermaking, Fitting and Turning, Welding, Motor Mechanics, Diesel Mechanics and Rigging.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (N1 - N6)
Mathematics
Engineering Science
Engineering Drawing
Fitting and Machining Theory
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Grade 11 with a pass in mathematics
DURATION
3 months
Mathematics
Engineering Science
Engineering Drawing
Fitting And Machining Theory
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Grade 12 with: relevant trade subject; maths and science (at least 40%); and technical drawing (at least 40%))
DURATION
3 months
Mathematics
Engineering Science
Engineering Drawing
Mechanotechnology
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Grade 12 with: relevant trade subject; maths and science (at least 50%); and technical drawing (at least 50%)
DURATION
3 months
Mathematics
Engineering Science
Mechanical Draughting
Mechanotechnics
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Grade 12 with: relevant trade subject; maths and science (at least 60%); and technical drawing (at least 75%)
Or
NCV Level 4 certificate in engineering and related design
DURATION
3 months
Mathematics
Mechanotechnics
Fluid Mechanics
Power Machines
Strength Of Materials And Structures
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
N4 Level in the specific programme
DURATION
3 months
Mathematics
Mechanotechnics
Fluid Mechanics
Power Machines
Strength Of Materials And Structures
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
N5 Level in the specific programme
DURATION
3 months
