National N Diploma: Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering involves the design and development of machinery, ranging from simple mechanisms up to more complex machines. The process of Mechanical Engineering includes the planning and designing of these structures, as well as operating and maintaining them. Mechanical Engineers use an understanding of core concepts such as kinetics and thermodynamics (application of heat and mechanical power) to create and analyse a wide variety of machines and processes. The design of the qualification enables learners to obtain the qualification by completing the related N3, N4, N5 and N6 courses. On completion of the N3, N4, N5 and N6, learners must complete 2 years of practical workplace learning for the learner to be awarded the National N Diploma (N6).

Duration

The programme duration is 2 years on a full-time basis.

Career fields

• Mechanical Engineering
• Design Engineering
• Materials Science Process
• Controlling/Technician
• Fitting and Turning
• Boiler Engineers
• Airconditioning Specialist

Certification

Upon successful completion of the programme, learner s will receive the following certification: NATIONAL CERTIFICATE AT EACH LEVEL: N3, N4, N5, N6. NATIONAL N DIPLOMA (on completion of N4-N6 and 18 months in-service training).

Admission Requirements

• Senior Certificate
• NSC
• NATED N3 Qualification.