Study Engineering Studies N4 - N6

The NATED N4-N6 Engineering studies is designed to provide the theoretical component in order for you to attain a National N Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

This qualification has value in the workplace as it equips learners with vital knowledge and skills that enable them to be employed at entry level positions in an occupation. The part qualification can be used for updating, up-skilling and/or continuing education and training in related occupations. The programme comprises of the following:

N4- SAQA ID 66881 - NQF 5 - 40 Credits

N5- SAQA ID 66960 - NQF 5 - 40 Credits

N6- SAQA ID 67005 - NQF 5 - 40 Credits

NATIONAL DIPLOMA- SAQA ID 90674 - NQF 6 - 360 Credits

Admission Requirements For Engineering Studies N4 - N6

• An appropriate National Certificate: N3 Engineering Studies; 

or 

• Senior Certificate, with at least three instructional offerings which are applicable to the instructional offerings chosen by the candidate for the programme; or an equivalent qualification. 

or

• Recognition of Prior (RPL): 

Recognition of Prior Learning can be used to grant: 

1. Access to learners who do not meet the minimum entry requirements 

2. Credits towards the part-qualification 

Curriculum Includes The Following Subjects

Electrical Engineering (Light current)
Mathematics Computer Principles Industrial Electronics Digital Electronics Electrical Engineering (Heavy current) Mathematics Fault finding & protective devices Industrial Electronics Electro-Technics

Mechanical Engineering
Mathematics Engineering Science Mechano-Technics Mechanical Draughting Power Machines Strength of Materials and Structures Mechanical Drawing & Design

Certification

The Department of Higher Education will issue you with a National Certificate once you have passed each level eg. N4, N5, N6. After completing your work experience you can apply for your National 

Diploma from the DHET at the campus where you have completed your N6 qualification 

Practical Component

• After successful completion of your N6 certification the student must complete 24 months (2400 notional hours-240 Credits) of work experience relevant to your trade.