Faculty of Information and Communication Technology

National Certificate: N5 Engineering Studies (Mechanical Engineering)

It is important to share that historic NATED qualifications are being phased out and the last dates of examinsations for N5 Engineering Studies (Mechanical Engineering) have been published. If you are wanting to go on this learning journey, please enquire with our student advisors to ensure that you can be enrolled in time. If you would like to consider an alternative, you may choose from:


  • Waterfall School of Business Skills Certificate: Computer Information Systems
  • Occupational Certificate: Supply Chain Practitioner



The Nated N4-N6 Engineering qualification provides the theoretical component for obtaining a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. The practical consists of 24 months of work experience relevant to your specific trade.

Duration of Study

1 Year

Fact Sheet

Course code:

EN5MECH-02


Accreditation status:

  • Fully accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
  • SAQA ID: 66960
  • NQF Level 5
  • 40 Credits


Duration:

12 months


Entry requirements:

  • National Certificate N4: Mechanical Engineering


Topics covered:

Student choose a minimum of 4 of the subjects below.

  • Mathematics N5
  • Mechanical Drawing and Design N5
  • Strength of Materials and Structure N5
  • Mechano Technics N5
  • Fluid Mechanics N5
  • Power Machines N5


Assessments:

Students are required to complete the following:

  • 2 tests per topic (subject) (passmark 50%)
  • 1 external exam per topic (subject)


Type of certificate awarded:

  • Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement: N5 Mechanical Engineering from the DHET.