N4-N6 Mechanical Engineering - Bakersfield Fet college

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

National Certificates N4-N6: Engineering Studies (leads to diploma)

NATIONAL CERTIFICATES N4-N6: ENGINEERING STUDIES

Students who matriculate with the required subjects and wish to complete their
studies in Mechanical Engineering qualify to register for the N4 – N6 courses. Students who complete the N4 – N6 certificates and want to become qualified
artisans may be indentured as apprentices in the trades listed below. The students are also suitably qualified to enter the higher level of engineering to become technicians and assistants to qualified engineers.
Once a student has completed his/her N4 – N6 Certificates, he/she needs to work towards obtaining his/her National N-Diploma. Students will qualify for the N-Diploma through the Department of Higher Education and Training, when they have completed at least two years’ of practical work experience in their specific field of study.
Students who wish to further their academic qualifications may apply to any other institution of Higher Education, such as a University of Technology.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To enter N4 – Grade 12, (with related subjects and 50% pass) N3 Certificate or equivalent qualification
To enter N5 – N4 Certificate, 4 related subjects or equivalent qualification
To enter N6 – N5 Certificate or equivalent qualification

Mathematics
Physics
English

A minimum of 4 subjects completed at each level of certification.
A minimum of 2 years’ of practical experience in the field of study.

COURSE DURATION

1 year (each level is 12 weeks)
2 years practical work experience in industry for a National N-Diploma
Enrolment in January, May and September.

COURSE LOCATION

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE N4-N6: Mechanical Engineering Studies is available full-time at:

Klerksdorp Campus

Tel: 018 462 4848, Cell/Whatsapp: 082 939 0487

Address: 22 Boom Street, Klerksdorp Central. Opposite Nedbank.

Email: klerksdorp@bakersfieldfetcollege.co.za

DHET EXAM CENTER NUMBER: 099999 2931

Mahikeng Campus

Tel: 018 464 1060, Cell/Whatsapp: 082 939 0487

Address: 253 Robinson Street, Mahikeng Central. Opposite Mahikeng Community Library.

Email: mahikeng@bakersfieldfetcollege.co.za

DHET EXAM CENTER NUMBER: 099999 2940

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

N4 Certificate

Mathematics
Engineering Science
Mechanical Drawing
Mechanotechnology

N5 Certificate

Power Machines
Strength of Materials & Structures
Mechanotechnology
Fluid Mechanics

N6 Certificate

Power Machines
Strength of Materials & Structures
Mechanotechnology
Fluid Mechanics

CAREER OPTIONS & GENERAL FAQ's

What will I be qualified as after completing the course?

Assistant Mechanical Engineer
Boilermaker
Diesel Mechanic
Fitter & Turner
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Motor Mechanic
Tool Maker
Welder
Fitter (e.g. Maintenance Fitter, Marine Fitter, Hydraulic Fitter, etc.)

In which industries will I be able to work?

Aerospace industry
Manufacturing industry
Mining industry
Packaging industry
Motor vehicle maintenance and manufacturing
Petrol and chemical industry
Printing industry

How can I further improve my skills as well as as my career?

Your N6 Certificate will equip you to be indentured (sign a contract) as an apprentice and work at any organisation within the industry that requires artisans within the engineering sector. You will be able to work towards promotion within your career by working within your field of study and gaining experience within the industry. As with any other career, you would need to work very hard to prove your skills and abilities, be dedicated and be prepared to continue learning throughout your career.

Once you’ve completed your N6 Certificate, you need to work towards obtaining your National N-Diploma. Students will qualify for the N-Diploma when they have completed at least two years’ of practical work experience in the field of study. Students who wish to further their academic qualifications may apply to any other institution of Higher Education, such as a University of Technology to further continue their studies in the Engineering field.