National Certificate: N4 Engineering Studies (Mechanical)

The National Certificate N4 Engineering Studies (Mechanical) is a part-qualification which aims to provide the learner technical and theoretical knowledge required in the mechanical engineering occupational/vocational area. The design of the part-qualification is such that if taken sequentially with related N part courses, i.e., N4+N5+N6, it enables learners to progressively obtain the National N Diploma once the required practical work component of two years is completed. The practical work experience needs to be in the mechanical field of engineering industry in at least two of the subjects done in N6. The part qualification as a single entity has value in the workplace as it equips learners with vital knowledge and skills that enable them to be productively employed at entry level positions in mechanical engineering industry. The part qualification can be used for updating, up-skilling and/or continuing education and training in related mechanical engineering.

As stated in the Skills Summit Declaration issued on 9 September 2010, Education, vocational training and lifelong learning are central pillars of employability, employment of workers and sustainable enterprise development. This part qualification will provide an opportunity for learners who exit the schooling system, but who wish to continue to obtain occupation specific knowledge and skills to develop such competencies and also to receive formal recognition for the skills they have acquired in a particular vocational/occupational area. It will create the opportunity for learners with an interest in the mechanical engineering occupational area to develop their skills and knowledge thereby improving their employability and at the same time create opportunities for them to study further in their chosen field.

A National Senior Certificate (Matric) with a full mathematics and physics pass rate (minimum 40%), An N3 with mathematics and science (minimum 40%) in the relevant specialisation area (e.g. Boilermaker, diesel fitter, diesel mechanic, motor mechanic, welder, fitter, fitter and turner, tool and die maker, plumber, millwright, lift mechanic, refrigeration mechanic, aircraft maintenance technician, aircraft mechanic, etc.) NCV Level 4 Engineering studies with mathematics and physics( minimum 40%) Note: You can only proceed to the next level only when the previous level has been completed. For example, entry into N5 requires completion of N4 and entry to N6 requires completion of N5.

N4 articulates vertically into the N5. N5 articulates vertically into the N6.

N4 Level (SAQA 66881): N4 Mechanotechnics N4 Mathematics N4 Engineering science N4 Supervisory Management N5 Level (SAQA 66960): N5 Mechanotechnics N5 Power Machines N5 Mathematics N5 Strength of Materials and Structures N6 Level (SAQA 67005): N6 Mechanotechnics N6 Power Machines N6 Mathematics N6 Strength of Materials and Structures

Trimester One (January), next intake: Registration closing date: 10 January 2025 Classes commence: 13 January 2025 Exams: TBC Trimester Two (May), next intake: Registration closing date: 16 May 2025 Classes commence: 19 May 2025 Exams: TBC Trimester Three (September), next intake: Registration closing date: 12 September 2025 Classes commence: 15 September 2025 Exams: TBC

46 weeks of lecturing Test 1 covers week 1 to 4 content (30% to ICASS mark) Test 2 covers week 5 to 9 content (70% to ICASS mark) Minimum 40% ICASS mark required to enter exam Exam pass mark is 40% Final mark is 40% ICASS mark and 60% exam mark Final pass mark is 40% Click here for the exam dates.

Class tests and exams will be written at the following address: The Campus Cnr Main &, Sloane Street Bryanston 2021 Please ensure you will be able to take the class tests and exams at our venue center before enrolling.

All lectures are online, 7.5 hours per week per subject Full-time: 4-months per trimester, 4 subjects, lectures 9 AM to 5 PM Part-time: 4-months per trimester, 2 subjects, lectures 6 PM to 8:30 PM and Saturday classes per month at 8 AM to 11:00 AM No distance learning option 12-months studies + 24 months in-service training

Prescribed textbooks couriered at your chosen address at no extra-cost Access to the Student Portal Access to student support Access to the online classes Exam fees (R550.00 per subject)

A blended teaching and learning methodology consisting of online lectures by subject matter expert, textbook content, on-demand videos, and one-on-one consultations.

Laptop or computer with mic & camera required at the learners expense Chrome browser Microsoft suite (word, excel, power point) Minimum 20 GB data per month The classes will predominately be delivered online via Microsoft Teams Webinar and will be provided access to our Student Portal. Therefore, you will require a computer or laptop with reliable internet access. You may use a smartphone device but this may have limitations. The recommended computer or laptop minimum specification: Processor: i5, 266MHz DDR4 Memory: 8 GB Storage: 256 GB Camera and Microphone Windows 11 or MacOS

One-on-one online consultation can be booked with the lecturer or tutors. Queries must be sent upfront.

Certificates, diplomas, & results statements issued by DHET Palucraft administers the certification process & it’s subject to DHET responsiveness which may be outside our control

Mechanical designer (after ECSA registration as Pr. Technician) Certificated Engineer (after obtaining GCC Factories or Mines) Supervisor or manager in construction, maintenance, or operations Click here to view more information on career paths.

Cost per N level: R15000.00 Cost per N subject: R3750.00 Cost per exam: R550.00 Total for N Diploma: R15000.00 x 3 + 12 x R550.00 = R51 600.00 (all inclusive) Total for N level: R15000.00 + 4 x R550.00 = R17200.00 (all inclusive) Total for N subject: R3750.00 + R550.00 = R4250.00 Zero registration fees

Full payment via EFT or payment link Installment debit order (10 monthly payments for full National Diploma or 3 monthly payments per N level) No payment installment option when taking less than four subjects Student loans via banks or study loan providers Company purchase order

Stationary, supplementary examination, research cost, printing, field trips, etc.

Complete registration form on our website or registration form below. We will evaluate eligibility and issue the accept or reject letter If accepted, pro-forma invoice with our banking details will be sent to you for payment within 7 days, OR installment agreement will be sent and bank debit check needs to be authorised by you or your sponsor, OR a valid purchase order from your organisation is issued with payment due as per the PO.

Please ensure that you receive, read, and understand our Terms and Conditions document since it contains essential information regarding course cancelation, late booking, right of admission, course participant transfers, substitutions, debt management, legal declaration, etc.

Students are required to exhibit good behavior: All students and staff members must be treated with respect. Students are required to comply with any reasonable instruction given by Palucraft staff members. Threatening or disruptive behavior, harassment, or other poor behavior is unacceptable. Shouting, swearing, or offensive language is unacceptable. Dishonesty or cheating in assignments, tests or examinations is not tolerated. Students are reminded that firearms and other dangerous weapons are not permitted on the Palucraft campus.

Learner is responsible for securing in-service opportunity with relevant company Palucraft may assist some students on securing opportunities (we are under no obligation to guarantee opportunities) Palucraft will provide the necessary logbooks and may provide advisory support during in-service training Click here for in-service training opportunities and advice.

The content of this fact sheet is subject to change without notification due to market trends in the industry, legislation and/or programme version updates. Refer our website for the latest version. Palucraft (Pty) Ltd, reserves the right to change the programme content without prior notice. Palucraft reserves the right to cancel/postpone any Full Time or Part Time subjects should the minimum required student numbers not be met. This will be communicated before the commencement of studies and all effort will be made to find suitable alternatives in such a scenario. Should we not have a sufficient number of students per subject, Palucraft reserves the right to provide the students with pre-recorded class videos and not live classes. Students will however be able to post questions for assistance. This will be communicated before the commencement of studies.

No. You can only write the exam at Palucraft if you have completed your studies with us.

No. You must write the exam on the trimester you are registered for. Failure to write the exam means you must redo the subject(s) you missed the exam(s). You will need to pay the fees when re-registering.