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National Certificate: N5 Engineering Studies (Mechanical Engineering) (SAQA ID 66960)

Information

It is important to share that historic NATED qualifications are being phased out and the last date for registration for N5 Engineering Studies (Mechanical Engineering) is 30 June 2026. If you are wanting to go on this learning journey, please contact us before then to ensure that you can be enrolled in time. If you would like to consider an alternative:

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.

Course code:

EN5MECH-02

Accreditation status:

N5 – accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
SAQA ID: 66960
40 Credits – NQF level 5

Course duration:

12 months

Entry requirements:

National Certificate N4: Mechanical Engineering

Subjects covered:

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

Assessment and award:

Students are required to complete the following:

3 assignments per subject (passmark 50%)
1 exam per subject

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

Additional information:

N courses are offered and assessed by Oxbridge Academy. After gaining a qualifying year mark, students will be admitted to write the national examination at an approved venue. Read our N4-N6 Exam letter for information on writing the exams.

TOTAL PRICE:

R17 876

Registration Fee:

R 800

Course Price (Excl. Reg Fee):

R17 076

Monthly Installments:

R1 550 X 12 months

Please note that the registration fee shown applies to South African students only. Foreign students are required to pay a non-refundable R2400 deposit instead of a registration fee.

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