INTRODUCTION

This NC(V) Programme is delivered under the auspices of the Department of Higher Education and Training and quality assured by Umalusi. The Programme integrates theory and practice and provides students with a broad range of knowledge and practical skills within the Mechanical field. 

The NC(V) Engineering and Related Design course caters for a wide range of career opportunities for students that would like to become qualified artisans within the mechanical engineering sector. The prospective students will be exposed to a wide range of mechanical engineering subjects. 

Students who successfully complete the NQF Level 4 qualification may seek employment opportunities in this field of study. Students who wish to further their academic studies may advance to the N4-N6 Mechanical Engineering National N-Diploma courses. 

FUNDAMENTAL SUBJECTS

  • The following subjects are compulsory for each level:
  • English 1st Additional Language
  • Mathematics
  • Life Orientation

VOCATIONAL SUBJECTS PER LEVEL

  • Engineering Fundamentals
  • Engineering Technology
  • Engineering Systems
  • Fitting & Turning (Elective) or
  • Engineering Fabrication – Boilermaking (Elective)
  • Automotive Repair and Maintenance (Elective) or
  • Welding (Elective)

ADMISSION REQUIRED

  • A year-end school report for grade 9, 10, 11, or 12 certificate
  • An NQF Level 1 Qualification
  • All requirements are subject to Admission Point Score.

DURATION

  •  1 year

FUNDAMENTAL SUBJECTS

  • The following subjects are compulsory for each level:
  • English 1st Additional Language
  • Mathematics
  • Life Orientation
VOCATIONAL SUBJECTS PER LEVEL
  • Engineering Practice and Maintenance
  • Material Technology Engineering Graphics and Design (CAD)
  • Fitting & Turning (Elective) or
  • Engineering Fabrication-Boilermaking (Elective) or
  • Automotive Repair and Maintenance (Elective) or
  • Welding (Elective)

ADMISSION REQUIRED

  • NQF Level 2 in the specific programme

DURATION

  •  1 year

FUNDAMENTAL SUBJECTS

  • The following subjects are compulsory for each level:
  • English 1st Additional Language
  • Mathematics
  • Life Orientation
 

VOCATIONAL SUBJECTS PER LEVEL

  • Engineering Processes
  • Professional Engineering Practice
  • Applied Engineering Technology
  • Fitting & Turning (Elective) or
  • Engineering Fabrication-Boilermaking (Elective) or
  • Automotive Repair and Maintenance (Elective) or
  • Welding (Elective)

ADMISSION REQUIRED

  •  NQF Level 3 in the specific programme

DURATION

  •  1 year