National Diploma in Engineering Studies
(Electrical Engineering – Heavy Current N4–N6)
The National N-Diploma is a three year post-matric qualification consisting of a theoretical part (N4 – N6) and two years industry experience in the Electrical Engineering field. The N4 – N6 Certificate Programmes are post-matric National Certificates leading towards obtaining a National N-Diploma.
The Electrical Engineering programme is the study and application of electricity, electronics and electromagnetism.
Key Features
- Fully-accredited, successful registered qualifications
- Flexible learning environment
- Online student community
- Quality education
- Cost-effective
- Set your own pace
- Remote accessibility to online resources
Admission Requirements
- Grade 12 or its equivalent
- National Certificate (N3) or its equivalent
- International students with a Senior School Certificate can apply
Method of Study
- Online
- Full Time
- Part-Time
- Correspondence
What is Interesting about Diploma in Electrical Engineering?
Electrical engineers or electricians or electrical technicians play an important role in our society. According to National Scarce Skills List, electrical engineers are listed as one of the top 10 skills shortage in South Africa. Electrical engineers are in critical need in industries such as power or energy generation (Eskom), telecommunication, engineering, computing, construction, energy, manufacturing, transport and utilities companies and the armed forces.
Can I apply for university with N6 electrical engineering?
Achieving the necessary entry requirements at academic level upon completion of your National N6 Certificate will enable you to continue studying at an institution of Higher Education, such as a University of Technology or a University
Award
A student will qualify for a National N Diploma Engineering Studies Electrical Engineering on completion of a minimum of 12 subjects, ranging from N4 to N6, together with a minimum of two years in-service training.
The College assists students with in service training as part of the learner support programme
Certification Body
The N Certificate is issued by the National Department of Education and is recognized by Commerce and Industry.
Career opportunities
- Electronic Technician
- Technician Control and Automation.
- Electrical Technician
- Vehicle Tracking Device Junior Technician
- Cellphone Repairs - Technician
- Instrument Technician
- Assembly & Test Technician.
Programme structure
First Trimester N4 Modules (Choose 4 Modules)
- Mathematics
- Industrial Electronics
- Electro Technics
- Engineering Science
- Fault Finding and Protective Devices
Second Trimester N5 Modules (Choose 4 Modules)
- Electro Technics
- Mathematics
- Power Machines
- Industrial Electronics
- Fault Finding and Protective Devices
Third Trimester N6 Modules (Choose 4 Modules)
- Industrial Electronics
- Mathematics
- Electro Technics
- Fault Finding and Protective Devices
- Power Machines
