Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering

About this course

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering develops knowledge and practical capability in engineering design, scientific analysis and technology-based problem-solving. Students build analytical, communication and problem-solving skills through theory and applied learning. Exact modules and practical components vary by institution and study year.

What you may study

Mathematics; engineering sciences; design; technical drawing or modelling; computing; laboratories; projects; and discipline-specific engineering practice. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Required school subjects

Other admission conditions

For admission to the Programme Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering (BEng Tech (Mechanical Engineering)) at the CUT, candidates must, in addition to the general admission requirements of the CUT, meet the following
minimum requirements: For admission to the programme, candidates must have a total point score of 32. Moreover, the following specific requirements need to be met by candidates with different certificates. For candidates who completed the NSC
in 2008 and thereafter Minimum NSC requirements for degree studies must be met Achievement rating of at least 3 (40-49%) for English Achievement rating of at least 5 (60-69%) for Mathematics Achievement rating of at least 4 (50-59%) for
Physical Sciences N-Courses (TVET) 70% pass in N3 Engineering Mathematics 60% pass in Engineering Science 40% pass in English (Grade 12 Level) Satisfactory performance in Selection Test National Certificate Vocational (NCV) Subjects at NCV
Level 4 70% pass in Mathematics 60% in English, Physical Sciences, Life Orientation; and 60% in any 2 of the other compulsory subjects Satisfactory performance in Selection Test Higher Certificate 60% average for the Higher Certificate
Candidates may apply for RPL for credits obtained in Higher Certificate Diploma in Mechanical Average of 50% for diploma Candidates may apply for RPL for credits obtained in Diploma Career Opportunities This programme is well-suited to those
with an interest in the design and operation of heavy machinery, as well as production and manufacturing engineering. Mechanical engineering technologists could also work with steam plants at power stations, at vulcanising plants, pump stations
and irrigation schemes, and with mining machinery and ore crushers. Manufacturing and production processes (also those used in the food and textile industries), as well as the planning, maintenance and optimisation of processes, are further

Possible study paths

Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. Advanced or postgraduate study in the same engineering discipline, engineering management or a related specialisation, subject to academic results and professional requirements.

Where this qualification may lead

Engineering technologist; design engineer; project technician; production specialist; consulting professional; or technical manager, depending on the discipline and professional registration.