Course Entity: Faculty of Engineering

  • National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Clinical Engineering)

    This programme prepares students to become electrical engineering technicians able to work independently or as part of a team to solve technical problems with electrical equipment, systems or networks. As part of their training, students undergo at least 12 months of experiential learning in an electrical engineering environment approved by Unisa. This course focuses on…

  • National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation)

    This programme prepares students to become electrical engineering technicians able to work independently or as part of a team to solve technical problems with electrical equipment, systems or networks. As part of their training, students undergo at least 12 months of experiential learning in an electrical engineering environment approved by Unisa. This course focuses on…

  • National Diploma in Surface Mining

    While mining in South Africa is typically seen as an underground operation, open-shaft or surface mining is an important branch of the industry, particularly at quarries and in coastal areas where alluvial diamonds and other gemstones are mined. After completing this diploma, students will have technical know-how and practical experience in surveying and valuation, geology,…

  • National Diploma in Mine Surveying

    Mining continues to be one of the mainstays of South Africa’s economy and offers many career opportunities for people with sound technical qualifications. Mine surveying is an important branch of mining as it enables mining companies to identify untapped mineral deposits and to assess the viability of starting new mining operations. After completing this diploma,…

  • BTech in Mechanical Engineering

    This BTech degree is ideal for mechanical engineering technicians who want to take a step up in their careers by improving their qualifications. Students are expected to complete an engineering design project and take four theoretical modules. Two of these must be drawn from mechanics of machines, automatic control, strength of materials, stress analysis, fluid…

  • National Diploma in Civil Engineering

    This diploma equips students to participate in the planning, design and management of civil engineering projects through a combination of theoretical knowledge and work integrated learning. Before students can qualify, they must spend at least 12 months gaining experience in a workplace environment in planning, design, contracts and construction, under the supervision of a professional…

  • National Diploma in Mining Engineering

    This programme gives students a thorough grounding in underground and surface mining, as well as solid knowledge of all facets of mining operations, from general construction through to environmental control, health and safety and geology. As part of the programme, students should spend at least 18 months gaining practical experience (called experiential learning) in a…

  • BA in Visual Arts (Jewellery and Metal Work)

    This four-year programme offers you a dynamic and progressive professional training in either of four streams: the Fine Arts, Visual Communication Design, Jewellery and Metal Design, or Art Education. The programme offers a large variety of choices within the broad framework of the visual arts, such as drawing, graphic design, illustration, painting, sculpture, photography, print-making,…

  • BEng in Mechatronics

    Mechatronic engineers develop and construct machines and systems that use modern control systems for greater adaptability, better work performance, and/or lower costs. Mechatronic systems strive to reach the optimal combination of mechanical, electrical and electronic subsystems by integration of e.g. machine parts, sensors and actuators. These mechanisms are controlled by computer systems to create products…

  • BEng in Mechanical Engineering

    Mechanical engineers study, develop, and design a diversity of machines, plants, and products. They manage the manufacture, maintenance, and repair of machines and systems such as vehicles, aeroplanes, vessels, robots, food processing machines, power stations, agricultural machinery, and mining equipment. They are also involved in optimising heating and refrigeration systems and the efficient use of…