2027 · Undergraduate
Nelson Mandela UniversityHigher CertificateHCert (Mechatronic Engineering)
Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment and Information Technology
NQF level5Campuses1
About this course
HCert (Mechatronic 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.
Other admission conditions
See page 54 of the linked official prospectus.
Possible study paths
After completing this higher certificate, graduates may apply for a cognate diploma or bachelor's degree where articulation and admission rules allow. 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.
Study locations
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