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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
Bachelor of Engineering in Electro-Mechanical Engineering |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
91111 | Bachelor of Engineering in Electro-Mechanical Engineering | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
North West University | ||||
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 First Degree(Min 480) | Field 06 - Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology | Engineering and Related Design | ||
ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
Undefined | 588 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 08 | Regular-Provider-ELOAC |
REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
Registered-data under construction | EXCO 0324/24 | 2024-07-01 | 2027-06-30 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2028-06-30 | 2034-06-30 |
Registered-data under construction The qualification content is currently being updated for the qualifications with the status “Registered-data under construction” or showing “DETAILS UNDER CONSTRUCTION” to ensure compliance with SAQA’S Policy and Criteria for the registration of qualifications and part-qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) (As amended, 2022). These qualifications are re-registered until 30 June 2027 and can legitimately be offered by the institutions to which they are registered. |
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. |
PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
Purpose:
The purpose of the programme is to provide an educational approach where emphasis is placed on integrated studies and on the production of graduates who are generalists, rather than specialists. It aims to meet the increasing demand for engineers with cross-disciplinary skills, particularly in the fields of mining, manufacturing and electro-mechanical power systems: Current research indicates that the world as a whole is moving from a traditionally product driven market to a services market. This presents unique requirements in terms of the analysis and design of such systems as traditional engineering specialities have difficulty in transferring product skills to system skills without considerable experience. From market research there is a large requirement for engineers with specialist skills in the design, development, analysis and optimisation of processes as it pertains to the services industry within South Africa. To this end a qualification in Electro-Mechanical engineering is proposed that will have a strong focus on engineering in medium to large factories and mining sectors. A strong focus on interdisciplinary nature of electrical and mechanical engineering disciplines throughout the program will ensure that candidates are adequately exposed to the expectations of the department of minerals and industry with regard to the certificate of competency. Rationale: There has been a growing need for more graduate engineers not only in South Africa but Globally. Institutions of higher learning are expected to contribute toward producing more graduates in engineering. In response to this situation the institution introduce new qualifications to complement the existing qualifications in engineering. This qualification aim is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding, abilities and skills required for further learning towards becoming a competent practicing engineer in mines and large factories as required by the Republic South Africa department of mineral resources. For the past years, a lot of entry-level engineers failed to acquire the competence needed for placement in mines and large factories. A relevant 4 year Degree will guarantee the level of competence needed by the mines and large factories for placement. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
It is assumed that learners have achieved:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL will be in accordance with the institutional RPL policy and will be dealt with on an individual basis. See the attached RPL policy. Access to the Qualification: For admission to Bachelor of Engineering (Industrial) Degree studies the following are prescribed minimum entry requirements: |
RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
Y |
QUALIFICATION RULES |
The qualification consist of modules at NQF Level 5 with 148 Credits, NQF Level 6 with 160 Credits, NQF Level 7 with 144 Credits and at NQF Level 8 with 136 Credits totalling 588 Credits.
NQF Level 5 (Total Credits 148): NQF Level 6 (Total Credits 160): NQF Level 7 (Total Credits 144): NQF Level 8 (Total Credits 136): |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
1. Identify, assess, formulate and solve convergent and divergent engineering problems creatively and innovatively.
2. Apply knowledge of mathematics, basic science and engineering sciences from first principles to solve engineering problems. 3. Perform creative, procedural and non-procedural design and synthesis of components, systems, engineering works, products or processes. 4. Demonstrate competence to design and conduct investigations and experiments. 5. Use appropriate engineering methods, skills and tools, including those based on information technology. 6. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences and the community at large. 7. Apply the fundamental knowledge of electromagnetic power conversion applications to deal with synchronisation of synchronous machines. 8. Apply the knowledge on power and refrigeration cycles. 9. Demonstrate an understanding of Elements of the employment law i.e. commencing employment, during employment, termination of employment. 10. Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of project management activities for all project management functions during each life cycle phase. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes: The Critical Cross-Field Outcomes are embedded in the qualification and will be assessed appropriately. |
ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10: Integrated Assessment: A range of formative and summative assessment methods will be used to permit students to demonstrate their applied competencies. Formative assessment: Students will complete tests with a range of types of questions and tasks, write assignments and reports, do oral presentations, posters and team assignments. Summative assessment: Students will complete unseen examinations with a range of different types of questions. Integrated assessment: In the final year of study students individually plan, design and complete a project. In all modules the following Integrated Assessment methods will be used: > Solution of problems. > Investigations. > Simulations and Modelling. > Application of computer packages. > Designs. In the design and synthesis modules the following methods of assessment are used: |
INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
The University of Otago in New Zealand offers a Bachelor of Engineering in Technology. The qualification is in response to high demand of engineers around the world. The qualification can be completed with a specialty in Electrical Engineering or Electronics.
Modules: Common Compulsory: Civil Major Compulsory Courses: Mechanical Major Compulsory Courses: Electrical Major Compulsory Courses: Learners choose electives according to the major compulsory courses. Electives available: Engineering Management Principles, Project Management Principles, Applied Computational Modelling, Product Design Enterprise, Quality and Reliability, Manufacturing Processes and Production, Engineering Mathematics 2, Energy Engineering, Mechanical Design 2, Vibration and Seismic Design for Mechanical Plant and Fluids Power and Advanced Fluid Mechanics. The RMIT University in Melbourne Australia offers a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)/Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design). The Degree equips learners with mechanical engineering and industrial. The design programme gives learners the technical and creative skills to engage at a professional level with the design and development of advanced manufactured products. The graduate stands an opportunity to be employed to work in mechanical and industrial design areas like biomedical, automotive and electro-mechanical product design. Modules: The Concordia University in Canada offers a Bachelor in Industrial Engineering which is integrated with the mechanical engineering department to allow learners a better understand of technical processes. The Industrial Engineering curriculum is therefore designed to give students the background needed to define and solve problems related to the conception, improvement, integration and implementation of industrial systems. Conclusion: The qualification develop individuals with a diverse base of mathematical and scientific knowledge to design, improve and install integrated systems of people, material, information, equipment and energy. They also learn how engineering theories are applied in real situations. |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
Horizontal articulation possibilities include the following qualifications at NQF Level 8:
Vertical articulation possibilities include any Master's Degree in Engineering at NQF Level 9, on condition that the Modules in Research Methodology have been completed. |
MODERATION OPTIONS |
Each module is subject to moderation as described in the relevant Faculty Procedures. Summative assessment examination paper is moderated internally or externally for measuring the appropriate module outcomes at the appropriate NQF level. Internal moderation by a person that is not presenting the module is used for modules where the outcomes are not at an exit level. External moderation is used for all modules at an exit level of the programme. Non-exit level modules may be selected for external moderation on an ad-hoc basis, e.g. when an exceptionally low throughput is evident or when student feedback indicate that additional quality measures are necessary. External moderators are suggested by staff and approved by the School director, where after letters of appointment are sent. Exam answer papers are archived for Engineering Council of South Africa audit purposes. |
CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
The assessor must:
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REREGISTRATION HISTORY |
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2015. |
NOTES |
N/A |
LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
NONE |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
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1. | North West University |
All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |