INDUSTRIAL AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
DIPLOMA IN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
Course Aim:
Graduates are competent members of the engineering teams, executing technical tasks by applying their knowledge to the identification and solution of well-defined industrial engineering problems. Graduates obtaining this qualification will be competent in applying industrial engineering techniques and strategies resulting in improved effectiveness and productivity in industry.
Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification
The primary purpose of this vocationally-oriented diploma is to develop focused knowledge and skills as well as experience in a work-related context. The Diploma in Industrial Engineering equips graduates with the knowledge base, theory, skills and methodology of one or more engineering disciplines as a foundation for further training and experience towards becoming a competent engineering technician. This foundation is achieved through a thorough grounding in mathematics and natural sciences specific to the field, engineering sciences, engineering design and the ability to apply established methods. Engineering knowledge is complemented by methods for understanding of the impacts of engineering solutions on people and the environment.
Professional Registration
The Diploma in Industrial Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Opportunities:
Graduates are usually employed by manufacturing firms and may also find employment in the service sector. Training and experience enable the graduate to influence the factors contributing to productivity, including the best utilisation of people, machines, space, materials, information, and money. They undertake investigations and advise management on systems, manufacturing methods, plant layout, materials handling, production control, purchasing and stock control, quality control, work standards and industrial economics.
Admission requirements:
Minimum Admission Requirements: Note that meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission.
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- NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC)
APS Score of 30 using Method 2 (see table below)
• English (First language) 4 (50%)
• Maths 4 (50%) or Technical Maths 5 (60%)
• Physical Science 4 (50%) or Technical Science 5 (60%)
Recommended: MECHT (3)
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- NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (NC)
English Language equivalent to the National Senior Certificate.
• Maths (N4) 60%
• Engineering Science (N4) 60%
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- NATIONAL CERTIFICATE VOCATIONAL (NCV)
A National Certificate (Vocational) at level (4)
• English (60%)
• Maths (60%)
• Engineering Science (60%)
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Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Syllabus and fees
Offering type: FULL-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Department: Ms S Ngonda
+27 21 959 6600
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Faculty Office: Mrs T Silo
+27 21 959 6572
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DIPLOMA IN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
Course Aim:
Graduates are competent members of the engineering teams, executing technical tasks by applying their knowledge to the identification and solution of well-defined industrial engineering problems. Graduates obtaining this qualification will be competent in applying industrial engineering techniques and strategies resulting in improved effectiveness and productivity in industry.
Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification
The primary purpose of this vocationally-oriented diploma is to develop focused knowledge and skills as well as experience in a work-related context. The Diploma in Industrial Engineering equips graduates with the knowledge base, theory, skills and methodology of one or more engineering disciplines as a foundation for further training and experience towards becoming a competent engineering technician. This foundation is achieved through a thorough grounding in mathematics and natural sciences specific to the field, engineering sciences, engineering design and the ability to apply established methods. Engineering knowledge is complemented by methods for understanding of the impacts of engineering solutions on people and the environment.
Professional Registration
The Diploma in Industrial Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Opportunities:
Graduates are usually employed by manufacturing firms and may also find employment in the service sector. Training and experience enable the graduate to influence the factors contributing to productivity, including the best utilisation of people, machines, space, materials, information, and money. They undertake investigations and advise management on systems, manufacturing methods, plant layout, materials handling, production control, purchasing and stock control, quality control, work standards and industrial economics.
Admission requirements:
Minimum Admission Requirements: Note that meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission.
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- NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC)
APS Score of 30 using Method 2 (see table below)
• English (First language) 4 (50%)
• Maths 4 (50%) or Technical Maths 5 (60%)
• Physical Science 4 (50%) or Technical Science 5 (60%)
Recommended: MECHT (3)
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- NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (NC)
English Language equivalent to the National Senior Certificate.
• Maths (N4) 60%
• Engineering Science (N4) 60%
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- NATIONAL CERTIFICATE VOCATIONAL (NCV)
A National Certificate (Vocational) at level (4)
• English (60%)
• Maths (60%)
• Engineering Science (60%)
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Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Syllabus and fees
Please note:
The fees reflected here are for the 2025 academic year, and are subject to change for 2026.Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.
Prepare this quote for:
SECOND YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)
Compulsary subject(s)
ENGINEERING ECONOMICS (EEC260S)
R 7,410.00
ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS 2 (MTH262S)
R 6,670.00
ENGINEERING WORKSTUDY (EWY260S)
R 7,410.00
INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION ENGINEERING (PIB260S)
R 8,150.00
QUALITATIVE TECHNIQUES (QUA260S)
R 8,150.00
THIRD YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)
Compulsary subject(s)
COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING (CIM360S)
R 6,670.00
FACILITY LAYOUT AND MATERIALS HANDLING (FAM360S)
R 6,670.00
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING PROJECT 3 (IEP360S)
R 7,410.00
OPERATIONS RESEARCH (ORE360S)
R 3,710.00
SYSTEMS ENGINEERING (SYE360S)
R 4,450.00
THIRD YEAR
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
COMPUTER INTEGRATED MANUFACTURING (CIM360S)
R 6,670.00
OPERATIONS RESEARCH (ORE360S)
R 3,710.00
SYSTEMS ENGINEERING (SYE360S)
R 4,450.00
Offering type: FULL-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Department: Ms S Ngonda
+27 21 959 6600
Faculty Office: Mrs T Silo
+27 21 959 6572
NOTE: The frees in this prospectys are for the 2025 academic year and are provided to assist you in your planning.
Disclaimer
This information is subject to change based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications.
Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HESQF aligned qualification. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this page; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.