Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Persons achieving this qualification will be able to, independently as well as under supervision, integrate analytical and practical engineering techniques and engineering knowledge to solve well-defined and open-ended engineering problems. They will also be able to select criteria to judge processes and outcomes. This qualification is intended for engineering practitioners in industry.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Entry Requirements

• Senior Certificate, Level 4 with Matriculation exemption.

Or

• National Certificate Vocational, Level 4 granting access to Diploma studies.

Or

• National Senior Certificate, Level 4 granting access to Diploma studies.

1. Apply mechanical engineering principles to diagnose and solve engineering problems.
2. Demonstrate mechanical engineering knowledge and skills in one or more specialised areas.
3. Engage in mechanical engineering design work individually and as part of a team.
4. Communicate effectively in a technological environment.
5. Apply management principles in an engineering environment.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1

• Identify a mechanical engineering problem and gather information about it and other, related issues.
• Analyse and synthesise information to do with mechanical engineering problems.
• Carry out practical investigations into a mechanical engineering problem.
• Recommend solutions to assist in decision-making.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2

• Analyse and make components in an engineering environment.
• Solve practical engineering problems by using engineering concepts and principles.
• Describe and perform the operation and modification of machines.
• Plan, implement and improve on mechanical engineering processes.
• Function as an entrepreneur.
• Relate engineering activity to environmental issues.
• Use computers to process, control and model engineering information.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3

• Gather and interpret information about a technical, need.
• Formulate and select appropriate designs, which satisfy the mechanical engineering, need.
• Design and report successfully on the product.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4

• Produce documents in a technological environment.
• Use interpersonal skills to facilitate co-operative decision making.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5

• Apply knowledge of the concepts and principles of management to describe and evaluate the management of engineering systems.
• Apply knowledge of the concepts and principles of management to describe and evaluate the management of engineering processes.
• Manage and complete projects.

Integrated Assessment

• Tests.
• Integrated exams and tests.
• Integrated Portfolios.
• Integrated Project and work related assignment work.