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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
62388	National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical
ORIGINATOR
University of South Africa
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
National Diploma	Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology		Engineering and Related Design
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	360	Level 6	NQF Level 06	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 0513/23	2018-07-01	2018-12-31
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-12-31		2024-12-31

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Persons achieving this qualification will be able to, independently as well as under supervision, integrate analytical and practical engineering techniques and engineering knowledge to solve well-defined and open-ended engineering problems. They will also be able to select criteria to judge processes and outcomes. This qualification is intended for engineering practitioners in industry.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Appropriate entry level competencies.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

N

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Apply mechanical engineering principles to diagnose and solve engineering problems SPECIFIED LEVEL: 1.1 Identify a mechanical engineering problem and gather information about it and other, related issues (3 - 4 credits: Core) 1.2 Analyse and synthesize information to do with mechanical engineering problems (3 - 4 credits: Core) 1.3 Carry out practical investigations into the mechanical engineering problem (3 credits: Elective) 1.4 Recommend solutions to assist in decision making (3 - 4 credits: Core). Demonstrate mechanical engineering knowledge and skills in one or more specialised areas 2.1 Analyse and make components in an engineering environment (5 - 10 credits: Elective) 2.2 Solve practical engineering problems by using engineering concepts and principles (5 - 15 credits: Core) 2.3 Describe and perform the operation and modification of machines (1 - 5 credits: Elective) 2.4 Plan, implement and improve on mechanical engineering processes (1 - 5 credits: Elective) 2.5 Function as an entrepreneur (5 - 10 credits: Elective) 2.6 Relate engineering activity to environmental issues (5 - 10 credits: Elective) 2.7 Use computers to process, control and model engineering information (5 - 30 credits: Core) Engage in mechanical engineering design work individually and as part of a team. 3.1 Gather and interpret information about a technical need (5 credits: Core) 3.2 Formulate and select appropriate designs which satisfy the mechanical engineering need (5 credits: Core) 3.3 Design and report successfully on the product (10 credits: Core) Communicate effectively in a technological environment 4.1 Produce documents in a technological environment (16 credits: Fundamental) 4.2 Use interpersonal skills to facilitate co-operative decision making (10 credits: Fundamental) Apply management principles in an engineering environment 5.1 Apply knowledge of the concepts and principles of management to describe and evaluate the management of engineering systems (5 - 10 credits: Elective) 5.2 Apply knowledge of the concepts and principles of management to describe and evaluate the management of engineering processes (5 - 10 credits: Elective) 5.3 Manage and complete projects (12 - 32 credits: Core) CRITICAL LEVEL: Identify and solve problems in which responses show that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made Collect, organise, analyse and critically evaluate information Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in oral or written presentation Develop entrepreneurial and career opportunities Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving in the field of explosives does not exist in isolation Participate as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities Be culturally sensitive across a range of social contexts 1. Apply mechanical engineering principles to diagnose and solve engineering problems SPECIFIED LEVEL: 1.1 Identify a mechanical engineering problem and gather information about it and other, related issues (3 - 4 credits: Core) 1.2 Analyse and synthesize information to do with mechanical engineering problems (3 - 4 credits: Core) 1.3 Carry out practical investigations into the mechanical engineering problem (3 credits: Elective) 1.4 Recommend solutions to assist in decision making (3 - 4 credits: Core). Demonstrate mechanical engineering knowledge and skills in one or more specialised areas 2.1 Analyse and make components in an engineering environment (5 - 10 credits: Elective) 2.2 Solve practical engineering problems by using engineering concepts and principles (5 - 15 credits: Core) 2.3 Describe and perform the operation and modification of machines (1 - 5 credits: Elective) 2.4 Plan, implement and improve on mechanical engineering processes (1 - 5 credits: Elective) 2.5 Function as an entrepreneur (5 - 10 credits: Elective) 2.6 Relate engineering activity to environmental issues (5 - 10 credits: Elective) 2.7 Use computers to process, control and model engineering information (5 - 30 credits: Core) Engage in mechanical engineering design work individually and as part of a team. 3.1 Gather and interpret information about a technical need (5 credits: Core) 3.2 Formulate and select appropriate designs which satisfy the mechanical engineering need (5 credits: Core) 3.3 Design and report successfully on the product (10 credits: Core) Communicate effectively in a technological environment 4.1 Produce documents in a technological environment (16 credits: Fundamental) 4.2 Use interpersonal skills to facilitate co-operative decision making (10 credits: Fundamental) Apply management principles in an engineering environment 5.1 Apply knowledge of the concepts and principles of management to describe and evaluate the management of engineering systems (5 - 10 credits: Elective) 5.2 Apply knowledge of the concepts and principles of management to describe and evaluate the management of engineering processes (5 - 10 credits: Elective) 5.3 Manage and complete projects (12 - 32 credits: Core) CRITICAL LEVEL: Identify and solve problems in which responses show that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking, have been made Collect, organise, analyse and critically evaluate information Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively Communicate effectively, using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in oral or written presentation Develop entrepreneurial and career opportunities Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving in the field of explosives does not exist in isolation Participate as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities Be culturally sensitive across a range of social contexts

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1: An open-ended problem or issue is correctly identified and described in the workplace The process is appropriately managed in the workplace. Appropriate categories for organising information are selected Information is logically organised into a comprehensible form for managers/co-workers in the workplace Appropriate investigative and experimental techniques are chosen and applied to open-ended problems in the workplace Data is interpreted/analysed in relation to the problem, and relevant information brought forward to the decision making forum in the workplace The mechanical engineering investigation is appropriately managed in the wokplace. Particular recommendations are chosen for the workplace supervisor/co-workers and choices made are justified against selected criteria The effectiveness of recommendations made is evaluated in the light of workplace feedback 2: Mechanical engineering components are made with limited independence in the workplace according to criteria which are selected Components are tested and measured in the workplace and properties and specifications recorded. Concepts and principles are applied correctly to explain open-ended engineering events in the workplace Reasoned solutions to open-ended individual or community needs using the appropriate engineering concepts and principles are put forward The correct approach to solving the problem is chosen and justified using criteria which are selected The operation of machinery and its components is described and explained, both practically and theoretically in the workplace Appropriate machinery is successfully and independently operated against selected criteria Minor modifications to machines are selected, planned and performed in line with appropriate engineering strategies in the workplace. Significant contributions to team efforts in planning and implementing processes are made in the workplace A problem in a workplace process is identified and possible improvements suggested. The product is successfully marketed The marketing is evaluated against selected criteria and changes implemented where necessary Business plans are acceptable to financial institutions AC 4: A product is successfully developed for a need A prototype is successfully built The environmental and/or social effects of the prototype are assessed Criteria for a successful entrepreneur in a specialised field are selected. Approaches to environmental management are identified and synthesised The potential impact of engineering activity in open ended situations is discussed in depth Criteria are selected for the critical assessment of environmental management techniques and technologies An environmental assessment of an aspect of the workplace is carried out Current environmental issues are described. Information is collected, processed and analysed Machinery and/or processes are controlled and monitored Components, processes and systems are modelled Engineering tasks and processes are planned Criteria for successful use of computers are selected and usage is evaluated. 3: Information relevant to the need is chosen, and choices made are justified according to self-selected criteria Information is appropriately organised into self-selected categories and the process is effectively and independently managed. Designs following logically from mostly independent research in the workplace are identified and described visually and textually Particular designs are chosen and the feasibility of choice/s made is justified against selected criteria. The design is evaluated and judged in terms of selected criteria and changes made where necessary Progress is satisfactorily reported to the workplace audience. 4: The appropriate type of workplace document for the purpose is chosen and justified against selected criteria The text is coherently organised at both language and structural levels, and can be self-assessed against selected criteria Conclusions can be drawn from technical data without supervision Criteria can be selected to categorise relevant information. Ethical issues are included in technological knowledge transfer Decisions are negotiated between individuals and individuals and groups Procedures are applied to resolve conflict and reach consensus. Contributions from experts in a group can be understood and synthesised. 5: A workplace system is described in terms of its functions The system is evaluated against selected criteria and reasoned suggestions for improvements given. A workplace process is examined and described in terms of a set of criteria (quality, safety, profitability) for successful management The process is evaluated against selected criteria and reasoned suggestions for managerial improvements given. A workplace project is successfully completed against a set of criteria including specifications, time frames and budgets The project is successfully and appropriately presented to a professional audience. Integrated Assessment * Tests * Integrated exams and tests * Integrated Portfolios * Integrated Project and work related assignment work

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

First degrees and professional four year degree.

MODERATION OPTIONS

SERTEC HETQA/ECSA

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

Level 8 and/or demonstrated expertise in the field.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.

NOTES

Qualification type (on hard copy) refers to First Degree level.

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

NONE

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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1.	University of South Africa

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