Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP)

About this course

WSU qualification code W60008; SAQA ID 101198; 360 credits. Source pages: qualification list 12, admission requirements 14. Published requirements: Extended stream As for main-stream with proviso that applicants who have an NSC achievement rating of 3 (one level below the required levels as mentioned above), i.e. in ONE of the three subjects (Mathematics or Technical Mathematics; Physical Science or Technical Science; English as a Home Language or First Additional Language).

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

Possible study paths

Graduates may progress to doctoral study in a related field, subject to research alignment and the receiving institution's admission requirements. 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.