University of South Africa, UNISAUniversity of South Africa, UNISA

Mechanical engineering skills keep the wheels of the transport, travel and manufacturing industries running as they ensure that machines, vehicles, ships and aircraft are properly organised and maintained. After completing this programme, students will be ready to be part of the mechanical engineering team involved in the design, development and production of components and systems.

Type: undergraduate diploma

Duration: 4 years part time

Compulsory Subjects

First year subjects:
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanics
  • Mechanical Engineering Drawing
  • Communication Skills
  • Computer Skills
  • Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering
  • Electrotechnology
Second year subjects:
  • Mechanical Engineering Design
  • Mathematics
  • Communication Studies
Third year subjects:
  • Integrated work learning: mechanical engineering practice
Fourth year subjects:
  • Integrated work learning: mechanical engineering practice

Careers: mechanical engineering technician.

Source: www.unisa.ac.za​