Occupational Diploma
Mechanical Engineering
NQF: 6 • SAQA: 21120 • CREDITS: 240
From Blueprint to Breakthrough.
Practical Certificate included
Practical Ready-to-Work Certificate included. No in-service training required.
No Maths and Physical Science required.
- Full-time: 2 years
- Part-time: 2 years
- Distance: 2 - 3 years
Why Choose the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering?
This programme gives you the skills and knowledge to take on mechanical engineering roles with confidence. You’ll work in key areas like machine design, thermodynamics, manufacturing processes, materials, fluid mechanics, and engineering drawing. Through hands-on use of engineering tools, machinery, and industry-standard software, you’ll be ready for work in industrial, manufacturing, automotive, maintenance, and production settings. The diploma also provides a pathway to further study in engineering technology and related fields.
If your experience speaks for itself but you want it backed by a recognised qualification, this diploma will get you there.
Course Information
Grade 12, or an equivalent NQFLevel 4 qualification. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) on approval.
Upon completion, students receive a Berea Technical College Diploma, fully endorsed by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) for industry-recognised credibility
- Automotive Technician – Pay Estimate: +/- R180 000 to R450 000 per year
- Maintenance Foreman – Pay Estimate: +/- R300 000 to R700 000 per year
- Mechanical Engineer – Pay Estimate: +/- R350 000 to R1 200 000 per year
Year 1 – Semester 1 (101)
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Engineering Drawing
- Mechanotechnology
- Communication
- Computer Practice
Year 1 – Semester 2 (102)
- Mechanical Draughting
- Mathematics
- Engineering Science
- Mechanotechnics
Year 2 – Semester 1 (201)
- Power Machines
- Mechanical Drawing & Design
- Mathematics
- Supervisory Management
- Mechanotechnics
Year 2 – Semester 2 (202)
- Power Machines
- Mechanical Drawing & Design
- Mathematics
- Mechanotechnics
Contact a career consultant on campus or online
Customised study materials which meet the programme outcomes can be accessed from the Learner Management System, Moodle. A prescribed book list is available from the academic manager at the start of the programme, although the study guide available on Moodle will sufficiently cover the exam requirements.
Moodle is an online platform, where registered students receive their study materials and other online support material with zero data costs.
- Explore engaging online content, crafted by subject matter experts.
- Access to customised academic repository with assignments, videos, and PowerPoint lessons.
- 4-hour access.
Students, who have successfully completed this Diploma, may
progress to other diplomas to extend their knowledge. Options of diplomas include:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Industrial Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Computer Systems Engineering
- Renewable Energy Technology.
Credit transfer depends on the relevant institutional policy and module overlap
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