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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Bachelor of Technology: Engineering: Mechanical 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
65313  Bachelor of Technology: Engineering: Mechanical 
ORIGINATOR
Central University of Technology, Free State 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
B Tech  Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology  Engineering and Related Design 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  480  Level 7  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 SAQA 06120/18  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 integrate mechanical engineering principles, apply these to determine appropriate ways of approaching activities and establish and use 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 or Mechanical Engineering Diploma 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
1. Apply mechanical engineering principles to diagnose and solve engineering problems.

Specified outcomes:

1. Analyse an engineering system or component design individually and in groups (24 credits: Core)
Identify problems in an engineering system or component (24 credits: Core)
Analyse an engineering problem individually and in groups (24 credits: Core)
Design and produce solutions using techniques and principles of engineering science (24 credits: Core)

Critical Outcomes:

This exit level outcome satisfies the following critical cross-field outcomes:
  • Identify and solve problems in which responses show that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made (all)
  • Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and written presentation (all).
  • Reflect and explore a variety of strategies to learn more effectively (particularly outcomes 3 and 4).
  • Collect, organise, analyse and critically evaluate information (particularly outcomes 2 and 3).
  • Work effectively with others as members of team or a group (particularly outcome 1,3).

    2. Apply management principles in an engineering environment

    Specified outcomes

    1. Apply knowledge of the concepts and principles of management to describe and evaluate the management of engineering systems (11 - 22 credits: Elective)

    2. Apply knowledge of the concepts and principles of management to describe and evaluate the management of engineering processes (11 - 22 credits: Elective)

    3. Manage and complete projects (24 - 68 credits: Core)

    4. Apply health and safety regulations in the workplace environment (6 - 12 credits: Elective)

    Critical Outcome:
  • Identify and solve problems in which responses show that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made (all)
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem solving contexts do not exist in isolation (all)
  • Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and written persuasion (particularly outcome 3 and 4)
  • Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others (particularly outcomes 1 and 4)
  • Develop entrepreneurial abilities (particularly outcomes 1-3)
  • Reflect on and explore a variety of opportunities to learn more effectively (particularly outcomes 1 and 2)
  • Be culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts (particularly outcomes 2 and 4)

    3. Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical engineering in one or more specialised fields

    Specified outcomes:

    1. Analyse and make components in an engineering environment (5 - 10 credits: Elective)

    2. Solve practical engineering problems by using engineering concepts and principles (5 - 15 credits: Core)

    3. Describe and perform the operation and modification of machines (1 - 5 credits: Elective)

    4. Plan, implement and improve on mechanical engineering processes (1 - 5 credits: Elective)

    5. Function as an entrepreneur (5 - 10 credits: Elective)

    6. Relate engineering activity to environmental issues (5 - 10 credits: Elective)

    7. Use computers to process, control and model engineering information (5 - 30 credits: Core)

    Critical Outcome:
  • Collect, organise and critically evaluate information (particularly outcomes 1,2 and 7)
  • Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made (particularly outcome 2,7)
  • Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community (particularly outcome 4)
  • Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively (particularly outcome 4 and 5)
  • Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others (particularly 6)
  • Develop entrepreneurial and career opportunities (particularly 5)
  • Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills (particularly 7)

    4. Communicate effectively in a technological environment

    Specified outcomes:

    1. Produce documents in a technological environment (18 credits: Fundamental)
    2. Use interpersonal skills to facilitate co-operative decision-making (8 credits: Fundamental)

    Critical Outcome:
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem solving contexts do not exist in isolation (particularly outcome 2)
  • Work effectively with others as members of team or a group (particularly 2)
  • Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and written presentation (all)
  • Participate as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities (particularly outcomes 2)
  • Be culturally sensitive across a range of social contexts (2)

    5. Engage in mechanical engineering design work individually and as part of a team.

    Specified outcomes:

    1. Gather and interpret information about a technical need (5 credits: Core)
    2. Formulate and select appropriate designs, which satisfy the mechanical engineering need (5 credits: Core)
    3. Design and report successfully on the product (10 credits: Core)

    Critical Outcome:

    This exit level outcome satisfies the following critical cross-field outcomes:
  • Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made (particularly outcome 2,7)
  • Work effectively with others as part of a team (all outcomes)
  • Collect, organise and critically evaluate information (particularly outcomes 1)
  • Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively (all outcomes)
  • Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in oral or written presentation (particularly outcome 3). 
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    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    1: Practical skills are appropriately applied to affect the analysis of the design in a workplace-related context
    2: Theoretical skills are appropriately chosen and applied to affect the analysis of the design in a professional context
    3: Parts of the design are mechanically and/or functionally related
    4: Information is collected and organised using a variety of engineering, scientific and information literacy skills, including the ability to establish and select organising categories
    5: The design analysis is appropriately represented orally, graphically and in writing to a professional audience
    6: Specialist knowledge or interest is appropriately represented in a group situation

    1: An open-ended problem is recognised and located in a workplace-related context
    2: The problem is described theoretically using the principles of engineering
    3: The causes of the problem are correctly identified and explained orally, graphically and in writing.

    1: The effects of the problem are described and explained
    2: The explanations for causes and effects of the workplace-related problem are tested until they are correctly defined.
    3: Explanations for causes and effects are communicated successfully in an appropriate form to a professional audience
    4: The ability to integrate mechanical engineering principles and relate these to others' specialist knowledge in order to reach group objectives is demonstrated.

    1: Appropriate specifications are developed from the analysis
    2: The design follows and is evaluated against the specifications
    3: The prototype is successfully produced from the design
    4: The prototype is evaluated against the original problem and its effectiveness justified or reasoned changes suggested
    5: The negative and/or positive impact of the prototype on the environment and on society is described and explained.

    1: A workplace system is described in terms of its functions
    2: Criteria for a successful workplace-related system can be established including those to do with quality, safety, profitability and/or cultural and environmental issues
    3: The system is examined and evaluated in terms of managerial criteria for success
    4: The system is examined and evaluated in terms of the effectiveness of continuous, managerial feedback mechanisms
    5: Managerial knowledge of systems gained is successfully transferred and applied to new situations

    1: Criteria for the successful management of an engineering process are established
    2: Knowledge of appropriate sources of information (legal, specifications, HRD, standards etc.) is successfully applied to determine and apply the appropriate management of the process
    3: A workplace-related process is described and evaluated against criteria
    4: Managerial knowledge gained is successfully transferred and applied to new situations.

    1: Criteria for the successful completion and management of a project are established
    2: A workplace-related project is successfully completed against a set of criteria including time frames, specifications and budgets
    3: The project is evaluated and suggestions for improvements put forward
    4: The project is successfully and appropriately presented to a professional audience
    5: The legal aspects of the project field can be described and explained.

    1: The implications and constraints of the OHSACT in a mechanical engineering environment can be explained
    2: Reasoned descriptions of workplace safety conditions are given in terms of the OHSACT
    3: Reasoned safety measures are put forward and evaluated
    4: A health and safety system for a small to medium size enterprise is designed, implemented and evaluated
    5: Health and safety issues are effectively communicated to co-workers and the community.

    1: Mechanical engineering components are made with limited supervision in the workplace according to criteria, which are selected
    2: Components are tested and measured in the workplace and properties and specifications recorded.

    1: Concepts and principles are applied correctly to explain open-ended engineering events in the workplace
    2: Reasoned solutions to open-ended individual or community needs using the appropriate engineering concepts and principles are put forward
    3: The correct approach to solving the problem is chosen and justified using criteria which are selected

    1: The operation of machinery and its components is described and explained, both practically and theoretically, in the workplace
    2: Appropriate machinery is successfully and independently operated against selected criteria
    3: Minor modifications to machines are selected, planned and performed in line with appropriate engineering strategies in the workplace.

    1: Significant contributions to team efforts in planning and implementing processes are made in the workplace
    2: A problem in a workplace process is identified and possible improvements suggested.

    1: The product is successfully marketed
    2: The marketing is evaluated against selected criteria and changes implemented where necessary
    3: Business plans are acceptable to financial institutions
    4: A product is successfully developed for a need
    5: A prototype is successfully built
    6: The environmental and/or social effects of the prototype are assessed
    7: Criteria for a successful entrepreneur in a specialised field are selected

    1: Approaches to environmental management are identified and synthesised
    2: The potential impact of engineering activity in open ended situations is discussed in depth
    3: Criteria are selected for the critical assessment of environmental management techniques and technologies
    4: An environmental assessment of an aspect of the workplace is carried out AC 5: Current environmental issues are described.

    1: Information is collected, processed and analysed
    2: Machinery and/or processes are controlled and monitored
    3: Components, processes and systems are modelled
    4: Engineering tasks and processes are planned
    5: Criteria for successful use of computers are selected and usage is evaluated.

    1: The appropriate type of workplace document for the purpose is chosen and justified against selected criteria
    2: The text is coherently organised at both language and structural levels, and can be self-assessed against selected criteria
    3; Conclusions can be drawn independently from technical data
    4: Categories can be created and selected to organise information relevant to the documents

    1: Ethical issues are included in technological knowledge transfer
    2: Decisions are negotiated between individuals and individuals and groups
    3: Procedures are applied to resolve conflict and reach consensus
    4: Contributions from experts in a group can be understood and synthesised with other contributions
    5: Processes and endpoints of group work can be evaluated against self-selected and self-developed criteria and improvements put forward.

    1: Information relevant to the need is chosen, and choices made are justified according to self-selected criteria
    2: Information is appropriately organised into self-selected categories and the process is effectively and independently managed
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    1: Designs following logically from mostly independent research in the workplace are identified and described visually and textually
    2: Particular designs are chosen and the feasibility of choice/s made is justified against selected criteria.

    1: The design is evaluated and judged in terms of selected criteria and changes made where necessary
    2: Progress is satisfactorily reported to the workplace audience.

    Integrated assessment:
  • Tests
  • Integrated tests and exams
  • Portfolios, projects and assignments
  • Work based portfolios, projects and assignments
  • Oral presentations 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Master's degrees, Government Certificates of Competency in Mines and Works and Factories and Machinery. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    SERTEC
    HETQA/ECSA 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    SAQA level 8 or appropriate subject expertise 

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

    NOTES 
    N/A 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


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    1. Central University of Technology, Free State 


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