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Mechanical Engineering Technician

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The Mechanical Engineering Technician qualification at CAD4ALL equips learners with practical engineering and design skills essential for the modern mechanical industry. This program blends mechanical theory, engineering principles, and advanced computer-aided design (CAD) tools to prepare students for real-world technical roles. Learners gain experience in drafting, mechanical systems, manufacturing processes and machine design, setting a strong foundation for employment in engineering environments or further study.

Global Certification:

Upon successful completion of the full academic program, learners will receive the Mechanical Engineering Technician qualification, accredited and aligned to industry standards. Additionally, learners enhance their employability by writing globally recognized Autodesk certification exams:
  • Autodesk AutoCAD Certified User
  • Autodesk Inventor Certified User

Entrance Requirements:

  • National Senior Certificate (NSC)
  • Pure Mathematics
  • Level 5 Qualification

Hardware & Software Requirements:

LAPTOP

Laptop (minimum specifications provided upon registration)

SOFTWARE

Licensed CAD software (AutoCAD & Inventor)

STATIONERY

Stationery kit (includes technical drawing instruments, engineering notebooks, and tools)

DURATION:1 Year
Campus:Tygervalley / Online
Classes:Fulltime / Online
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Learning Methods:

  • Full-Time Learning (On-site cmpus,weekdays)
  • Online Learning (Live & Recorded Sessions via LMS)
Disclaimer :The course outlines provided on this website are intended for informational purposes only and do not represent the final curriculum. CAD4ALL reserves the right to modify, update, or change any aspect of the course content and structure.For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please contact CAD4ALL directly. CAD4ALL is not liable for any discrepancies or misunderstandings arising from the information provided herein.

Flexible Study Methods

Accredited & exciting full time ,blended & online learning .Manage your progress, no time management issues, the perfect balance between practical & theory.

Workplace & Recruitment

CAD4ALL Institute via its large network of corporate clients & alumni network generates hundreds of jobs annually in South Africa & abroad.

Online Support

There is easy accessibility to online assistance in terms of online teachers & forums. Lecturers can be contacted via our interactive learner management system.

Study on the Go

Our LMS is easily accessible on several devices such as mobile phones, I-pads, computers, and other such devices. Availability of ready reckoners such that students can remember the key points of the session learnt.

In-depth Transition

The transition to a blended environment of learning becomes easy with the availability of multiple STEM sources of learning such as textbooks, power-point presentations, and story boards on various subjects.

Practical Participation

Assessments & Projects are tasked at the end of every lecture session such that the practical application of the theory learned can be gauged & Improved upon continuously.

Find answers to commonly asked questions about CAD4ALL

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

SAQA registers qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) upon recommendation of the QCTO. Yes, CAD4ALL Institute of Applied Architecture is a SAQA recognised professional body and all our national academic program offering are South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) developed qualifications.To confirm the status of CAD4ALL as a training provider, please peruse the list at https://www.saqa.org.za/recognition-of-professional-bodies

All South African training service providers must be accredited to offer registered SAQA qualifications. Yes, CAD4ALL is accredited with its primary accreditation training quality assurance body (ETQA) which is with the Construction Education Training Authority (CETA). In 2011, we initiated our first accreditation approval with CETA as it was the only CAD & Architectural Technology qualification available at SAQA at that time. 

  • Our Head Office and main campus is in the upmarket northern suburbs of Tygervalley Central, Cape Town

 

Certain CAD4ALL programmes are also offered in a convenient online format enabling accessibility virtually from anywhere in Africa.

Our vision is to hold our footprint up North in Gauteng in the next academic year due to our large online clientele based in Gauteng & surrounds.

  • State of the art facilities, labs, and equipment in safe and secured locations.
  • Our expert academic team are full time employed with advanced degrees in Architecture.
  • CAD4ALL achieved 3 top 10 student Architecture finalists in the annual PG Bison Architecture Design in 2019,2020 & 2021 respectively.
  • 13-year post-secondary academic institution with strong connections to industry keeping our curriculum current.
  • Co-op internship year, field placement for work experience,forging career connections.
  • International certifications offered to expand skillset to work abroad
  • Earn credits on certain programs to build towards credits for full qualifications
  • Access to dedicated student advisor to navigate educational pathways
  • Globally focused education that is employment focused
  • Flexible learning method options (onsite,blended and online)

The first step is to attend the scheduled CAD4ALL campus tours/Open days (listed event dates on the website)at a campus near you. If you are undecided to which programs you are interested in, our student admissions will assist with a complimentary academic consult with detailed specifics to your career path enquiries and admission requirements needed. Furthermore you will be provided with a CAD4ALL prospectus and checklist where you can browse all the information on our national programmes offered. Alternatively, you may complete your application online.

 

The academic year follows an annual cycle and commences in February for fulltime students, but applications open up in June of the previous year. Seats are limited and fill up quickly so it is best to apply early as late registrations may affect your chances of receiving a placement offer for your first choice of study. All registration and enrolment applications are met with IMPORTANT deadline dates that may only be extended with a late penalty fee and price increase as per the institute terms and conditions policy.

No we are not. We have been engaging with SACAP over the last 3 years to ensure that our current students have a pathway to register with them. As of late 2022, our students of past and present can register with SACAP in the Apprenticeship category designation. We have integrated our curriculum with this new designation to ensure our students are able to meet portions of their requirements during their studies with us. Our institute regularly seeks consultation with SACAP on curriculum, pathways and engages with SACAP’s webinars. Registration with SACAP under a category most suitable for them is the student’s responsibility and is recommended by our institute.

CAD4ALL has detailed information,please request a “detailed admission requirements” document from info@cad4all.co.za ,alternatively you can view more detailed information on our admissions web page https://cad4all.co.za/admission-requirements/. The admission requirements are slightly different dependent on your course choices.

 

  • National Diploma (48733 Architectural Technology NQF 6)
    National Certificate (48734 Architectural Technology) with a diploma admission.
  • National Certificate (48734 Architectural Technology NQF 5)
    NSC) with a Higher Certificate Admission, a minimum of 40% passing English either First Additional Language or Home Language level with a minimum of 50% pass in Mathematics
  • Certificate (SAQA 66071 Architectural Draughting NQF 4)
    NSC) with a Higher Certificate Admission, a minimum of 40% pass mark in English on either First Additional Language or Home Language level with a minimum of 40% pass in Mathematical literacy or Mathematics

 

*Applicants are encouraged to attend the compulsory academic consults for specialised information towards your career pathway.

The CAD4ALL work readiness program prepares our learners for potential employment through our vast network of corporate clients. This one of a kind on campus career service helps our learners to gain transferrable skills & boost their portfolio & CV in order to connect with our industry partners and achieve career goals. Our learners are in demand due to the academic excellence and standard set at CAD4ALL for the past 13 years.

If enrolled at CAD4ALL, our academic offerings provide you with the option to study full-time, part-time or blended. Our academic staff are industry experts that are fulltime employed for in contact learning with a provision of a daily timetable and academic term planner. If you cannot commit to a full 15-20 hour weekly in-contact class, we have you serviced in our part-time or online platform.

 

You will get to know and engage with fellow students and lecturers to foster connectedness and learn to grow in a virtual environment. Be prepared to be supported in your learning every step of the way.CAD4ALL is committed to helping our students achieve their educational goals.

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