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Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at Berea College of Technology

Berea College of Technology, South Africa

Programme overview

The Occupational Diploma Mechanical Engineering (NQF 6, 240 credits, SAQA 21120) covers machine design, thermodynamics, manufacturing processes, materials, fluid mechanics and engineering drawing for industrial, manufacturing, automotive and maintenance settings. The diploma is endorsed by the QCTO, includes a practical certificate and needs no in-service training.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering  |  Department: Berea Technical College  |  Duration: 2 years full-time / 2 years part-time / 2 to 3 years distance  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Mathematics, Engineering Science, Engineering Drawing, Mechanotechnology, Mechanical Draughting, Power Machines, Mechanical Drawing and Design and Supervisory Management.

Career pathways

Automotive technician, maintenance foreman and mechanical engineer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Grade 12, or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification. Recognition of Prior Learning on approval. Mathematics and Physical Science are not required.

Duration: 2 years full-time / 2 years part-time / 2 to 3 years distance

Apply through the official page: https://bereagroup.co.za/register/

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