MECHANICAL AND MECHATRONIC ENGINEERING
DIPLOMA IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (ECP)
Course Aim:
In the Extended Curriculum with Foundational Provision Programme, first-year subjects of the Diploma are spread over two years, allowing a more supportive academic environment. The Extended Programme covers the same subjects as the mainstream programme but year 1 is done over a period of one year each (classified as year 0 and year 1), as opposed to one year in the mainstream.
It leads to the same qualification, but it provides the student with the opportunity to receive additional support in all year 0 and year 1 subjects. On completion of the two-year Foundational Programme, in year 2 students will integrate with the mainstream programme.
Graduates will be able to integrate analytical and practical mechanical engineering techniques and mechanical engineering knowledge to solve engineering problems. They will also be able to use given criteria to assess mechanical processes and outcomes.
Purpose and rationale of the Qualification
Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification
Persons achieving this qualification will be able to, independently as well as under supervision, and 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.
Professional Registration
The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Opportunities:
A graduate will be a member of a team, including engineers, designers, technologists and technicians in the design, construction, marketing, installation and maintenance of mechanical equipment. Mechanical Engineering students follow streams such as manufacturing, maintenance, design, research and development, and also complete the Government Certificate of Competency. These streams open up employment opportunities at mining companies, automotive plants, engineering and production companies, building service contractors and consulting engineers, and give students the knowledge and skills to become entrepreneurs.
Admission requirements:
Minimum Admission Requirements: Note that meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission.
Applicants who meet the university entrance requirements and obtain (Mathematics 50% and 45 - 49% Physical Science) or (Physical Science 50% and 45 - 49% Mathematics).
Applicants who were accepted in the mainstream program but are concerned about their background in Mathematics and Physical Science, and feel that they will benefit from the “Extended Programme”, may approach the department to be considered for this programme.
Students transferring from “Extended Program” elsewhere must have completed all their year 0 and year 1 subjects to be considered for year 2.
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- NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC)
APS Score of 27-29 using Method 2 (see table below). Students with an APS score of 23-26 will be Waitlisted.
• English (First language) 4 (50%)
• Maths 4 (50%) or Technical Maths 5 (60%)
• Physical Science 4 (50%) or Technical Science 5 (60%)
Further Requirements: Recommended one of the following:
Electrical Technology 3 (60%), Engineering Graphic and Design 3 (60%), Mechanical Technology 3 (60%)
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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:
Faculty Office: Ms E Festus
+27 21 959 5852
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DIPLOMA IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (ECP)
Course Aim:
In the Extended Curriculum with Foundational Provision Programme, first-year subjects of the Diploma are spread over two years, allowing a more supportive academic environment. The Extended Programme covers the same subjects as the mainstream programme but year 1 is done over a period of one year each (classified as year 0 and year 1), as opposed to one year in the mainstream.
It leads to the same qualification, but it provides the student with the opportunity to receive additional support in all year 0 and year 1 subjects. On completion of the two-year Foundational Programme, in year 2 students will integrate with the mainstream programme.
Graduates will be able to integrate analytical and practical mechanical engineering techniques and mechanical engineering knowledge to solve engineering problems. They will also be able to use given criteria to assess mechanical processes and outcomes.
Purpose and rationale of the Qualification
Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification
Persons achieving this qualification will be able to, independently as well as under supervision, and 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.
Professional Registration
The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
Opportunities:
A graduate will be a member of a team, including engineers, designers, technologists and technicians in the design, construction, marketing, installation and maintenance of mechanical equipment. Mechanical Engineering students follow streams such as manufacturing, maintenance, design, research and development, and also complete the Government Certificate of Competency. These streams open up employment opportunities at mining companies, automotive plants, engineering and production companies, building service contractors and consulting engineers, and give students the knowledge and skills to become entrepreneurs.
Admission requirements:
Minimum Admission Requirements: Note that meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission.
Applicants who meet the university entrance requirements and obtain (Mathematics 50% and 45 - 49% Physical Science) or (Physical Science 50% and 45 - 49% Mathematics).
Applicants who were accepted in the mainstream program but are concerned about their background in Mathematics and Physical Science, and feel that they will benefit from the “Extended Programme”, may approach the department to be considered for this programme.
Students transferring from “Extended Program” elsewhere must have completed all their year 0 and year 1 subjects to be considered for year 2.
-----------------------------------------------------------
- NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC)
APS Score of 27-29 using Method 2 (see table below). Students with an APS score of 23-26 will be Waitlisted.
• English (First language) 4 (50%)
• Maths 4 (50%) or Technical Maths 5 (60%)
• Physical Science 4 (50%) or Technical Science 5 (60%)
Further Requirements: Recommended one of the following:
Electrical Technology 3 (60%), Engineering Graphic and Design 3 (60%), Mechanical Technology 3 (60%)
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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:
EXTENDED CURRICULUM
Compulsary subject(s)
Compulsary subject(s)
COMPUTER SKILLS AND APPLICATIONS (CSA150X)
R 7,230.00
PHYSICAL SCIENCE (PSC150X)
R 8,780.00
FIRST YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)
Compulsary subject(s)
ENGINEERING DRAWING (MIT150X)
R 5,460.00
ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS (MTH155X)
R 5,060.00
ENGINEERING MECHANICS (EMC150X)
R 5,330.00
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING (MMG150X)
R 4,430.00
SECOND YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)
Compulsary subject(s)
APPLIED MATHEMATICS (AMT260S)
R 4,460.00
COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN (CAD) (CAD260S)
R 5,570.00
ELECTROTECHNOLOGY 2 (ELC260S)
R 5,360.00
FLUID MECHANICS (FDM260S)
R 5,300.00
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN 2 (MED260S)
R 4,190.00
MECHANICS OF MACHINES (MOM261S)
R 5,250.00
STRENGTH OF MATERIALS (STL261S)
R 5,250.00
THERMODYNAMICS (APT260S)
R 4,710.00
SECOND YEAR
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
APPLIED MATHEMATICS (AMT260S)
R 2,340.00
COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN (CAD) (CAD260S)
R 2,600.00
GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (GES) (GES361S)
R 3,000.00
SECOND YEAR
SEMESTER TWO (JUL-NOV)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER TWO (JUL-NOV)
Compulsary subject(s)
GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (GES) (GES361S)
R 3,000.00
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN 2 (MED260S)
R 2,340.00
THIRD YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)
Compulsary subject(s)
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PROJECT (MIR360S)
R 6,130.00
STEAM PLANT (STP260S)
R 5,250.00
THIRD YEAR
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
APPLIED STRENGTH OF MATERIALS (ASM360S)
R 5,250.00
HYDRAULICS MACHINES (HDM360S)
R 3,030.00
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN 3 (MED360S)
R 4,190.00
STEAM PLANT (STP260S)
R 2,340.00
Select one of the following electives:
ADVANCED MECHANICAL ENGINEERING MANUFACTURING (MIE360S)
R 3,180.00
MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING (MNE360S)
R 2,730.00
THIRD YEAR
SEMESTER TWO (JUL-NOV)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER TWO (JUL-NOV)
Compulsary subject(s)
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PROJECT (MIR360S)
R 6,120.00
STEAM PLANT (STP260S)
R 2,340.00
Select one of the following electives:
MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING (MNE360S)
R 2,730.00
Offering type: FULL-TIME: BELLVILLE CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Faculty Office: Ms E Festus
+27 21 959 5852
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.