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National Diploma: Electrical Engineering N1-N6: LIGHT CURRENT  

Overview

The NATED N1-N6 Electrical Engineering: Light Current qualification covers levels N1-N6 and is designed to provide the theory of Electrical Engineering: Light Current and a optional practical component. You can attain a National Certificate or Diploma once you have worked 24 months (2000 working hours) in your field of study. This qualification consist of one compusory part (N1-N6 theory) and two optional practical parts, beginners level (done between N1-N3) and advanced (done between N4-N6).

PART 1, N1-N6 Theory (Compulsory)

This part is compulsory. Students are required to complete all their N1-N6 theory subjects to attain their national certificate and diploma.

PART 2, Beginner Practicals (Optional Extra)

You can complete a BEGINNER level, 1 week program of optional practical hours within your field of study. This is done just after either N1 or before N3 and you will be given a certificate and logbook of the components that you have completed. 

PART 3, Advanced Practicals (Optional Extra)

You can complete a ADVANCED level, 1 week program  of optional practical hours within your field of study. This is done just after either N4 or before N6 and you will be given a certificate and logbook of the components that you have completed. Part 2 to be completed first.

Why do your practicals? You cannot afford not to!

Only 2% of all private and public TVET colleges have the facilities and capabilities to offer a practical component with their engineering studies, BUT a staggering 90% of the students that receives practical are employed.

- Stats SA / / Employment figures released

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Admission Requirements:

  • N1 Entry Requirement: Grade 9 (Std 7) Certificate with a pass in Mathematics and Physical Science OR no formal qualification for everyone 23 years or older.
  • N3 Entry Requirement: Grade 11 (Std 9) Certificate with a pass in Mathematics and Physical Science or N2.
  • N4 Entry Requirement: Matric/Grade 12 (with full mathematics and science 40%+ Passrate), or N3 Pass (with mathematics and science)

 

NOTE: Proceed to next level only when the previous level has been successfully completed i.e. N4 for N5, etc.

 

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Qualifications

  • National Certificate: The student will receive a national certificate from the Department of Education if all external department exams are passed. This certificate is not issued by us, but only by the department of education.

 

  • National Diploma: Work for 24 months (2 years) in the Mechanical field of engineering industry obtaining relevant experience in at least two of the subjects done in N6, then apply for a National Diploma at the campus where they have studied.

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Price

Level N1-N3

  • Cost Per N-Level: R11 400.00  (Full Time & Part Time), R10 700.00  (Correspondence), Includes all manuals, courier cost, class access, portal access
  • Cost Per Subject: R3 000.00  (Full Time & Part Time), R2 900.00  (Correspondence), Includes all manuals, courier cost, class access, portal access
  • Cost for Optional Practical Module: R3 000.00   (Done between trimesters, 5 working days/1 week) READ MORE >

 

Level N4-N6

  • Cost Per N-Level: R12 000.00  (Full Time & Part Time), R11 300.00  (Correspondence), Includes all manuals, courier cost, class access, portal access
  • Cost Per Subject: R3 100.00   (Full Time & Part Time), R3 000.00  (Correspondence), Includes all manuals, courier cost, class access, portal access
  • Cost for Optional Practical Module: R4 000.00   (Done between trimesters, 5 working days/1 week) READ MORE >

 

We provide flexible and affordable payment options to ensure the course is always within your reach. To read more about our finance options, CLICK HERE

 

 

Duration

  • Full Time: 1 Trimester (3 Months) Per N-Level (4 Subjects)
  • Part Time: 2 Trimesters (6 Months) Per N-Level (4 Subjects)
  • Correspondence: 2 Trimesters (6 Months) Per N-Level (4 Subjects)
  • Optional Practical: Beginners (N1-N3) 1 week/5 days, Advanced (N4-N6), 1 weeks/5 days, done between trimesters.

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Who Should Attend

Depending on the necessary practical experience/ programme specific training, the following opportunities are available for Mechanical Engineering students:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Theatre Technology
  • Digital Electronics
  • Inspectors
  • Construction
  • Sound Technology
  • Process Level Control
  • Instrumentation
  • Electrician

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Study Kit

Your study kit is included in your fees and will contain:

 Wifi myAcademy

  • Free WIFI (3GB/Month, On Campus only).
  • Prescribed Textbooks, Branded String Bag.
  • Orientation kit including: Student Card, Welcome Letter, Getting Started Guide.
  • Access to our myAcademy student portal and student support team via phone, email and tickets. 
  • Notepad

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Our Learning Methods

At The Draughting Academy we understand that that each person prefers different learning styles and techniques influenced by circumstances, location, field of study and learning preference. We have therefore developed our myWay learning methodology to suit all learners and ensure everyone has all the opportunity to achieve learning success. We deliver our qualifications via three modern and flexible delivery methods.

Full Time

Reach your full potential through our myWay Instructor-led or Mentorship based classes combined with interactive lessons, practical assignments and in-field experience. Our full time offering consist of learning sessions that make up a full day or selective days within a week.

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Part Time

Designed for the working professional, our part time program covers the same amount of information as our full time offering. Combined with our myWay Blended Learning, at home exercises/assignments and in-class lectures, this will have you ready for exams in no time. Sessions depend on what qualification you do.

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Correspondence

We have redefined distance learning studies. Our myWay Distance Learning ensures that the student never gets left alone to do only self-study by taking a blended learning approach, combining online Virtual Classrooms and at home exercises and assignments, all managed by our myAcademy Student Portal.

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Testimonials

To Everyone at The Draughting Academy,
Thank you for making my experience at the Academy so memorable! As someone that had no draughting experience prior to attending the academy, I felt very comfortable and truly mentored throughout the course. I learned a tremendous amount thanks to all the lecturers' patience and guidance, and am now in a position I could never have dreamed of. Thank You!

Stephanie Kaiser, Alumni Student

I have been a Draughtsman for 8+ years and thought that I knew all there is to know about Draughting. All I can say is, “I was wrong”. The Draughting Academy made me a better, more accurate and more sufficient Draughtsman. Thank you for helping me to hone myself into a proficient and more confident Draughtsman. By far the best thing that could ever happen to my Draughting carrier!

Gert Strydom, CAD Operator, Alumni Student

Ek wil graag die geleentheid gebruik om almal baie dankie te se vir al die moeite en werk wat in ons gradering in gegaan het. Almal met wie ek die aand gesels het was vreeslik beindruk met hoe dinge gereel was. Die hele kurses was n wonderlike ondervinding en dit was n voorreg om julle almal te leer ken.

Henk Schoeman, Alumni Student

Dear Clarisa, Thank you for all your help this past the year. You have been a great help throughout this year. My experience with college has been good overall and you guys have gone out of your way to accommodate me. Distance learning is no joke and you guys have made it a positive experience.Thank you and enjoy your holiday.

Kegan Boddy, Distance Learning Student

Hi Dawn,

Yooh I've passed so well and thank you so much and I really appreciate your time and assistance.

God bless you my sister.

Regards

Mr. TS Ntlabati, Student

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Important Notes

Your study fees will include:

  • Study Material
  • Courier Fee (We dont post material, we courier it to your doorstep)
  • Access to student portal
  • Access to the dedicated student support 
  • Access to virtual classroom sessions once a week (Correspondence students only)

 

It does not include:

  • National examination which is approximately R500-00 per subject
  • Practical modules. This is a optional extra.

 

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Disclaimer

Kindly note that we reserve the right to cancel/postpone any Full Time or Part Time subjects should the minimum required student numbers not be met. This will be communicated before the commencement of studies and all effort will be made to find suitable alternatives in such a scenario.

 

It should further be noted that should we not have sufficient number of students per subject for our Correspondence course that we reserve the right to provide the students with pre-recorded class videos and not live classes.  Students will however be able to post questions on their student portal for assistance.  This will be communicated before the commencement of studies.

PART 1, N1-N6 Theory Subjects (Done On-Campus)
This part is compulsory. Students are required to complete all their N1-N6 theory subjects to attain their national certificate or diploma.
N1 Level N2 Level N3 Level

• Mathematics
• Engineering Science
• Electrical Trade Theory
• Industrial Electronics/Engineering Drawings

 • Mathematics
• Engineering Science
• Electrical Trade Theory
• Industrial Electronics/Engineering Drawings		 • Mathematics
• Engineering Science
• Electro-Technics
• Industrial Electronics/Engineering Drawings
N4 Level N5 Level N6 Level

• Electro-Technics
• Mathematics
• Engineering Science
• Industrial Electronics

 • Electro-Technics
• Power Machines
• Industrial Electronics
• Strength of Materials and Structure		 • Electro-Technics
• Power Machines
• Industrial Electronics
• Control Systems

 

 

PART 2, Basic Practicals Electrical Light Current (Optional Extra, Done On-Campus)
You can complete 1 week of optional practical hours within your field of study. This is done just after either N1 or before N3 and you will be given a certificate and logbook of the components that you have completed. 
Foundational Program, 3 Days (Applicable to all students)

Workshop Health & Safety Theory: Full safety training program covering OHSA CT

  • Impact of building practices on the Environment (ISO 14001)
  • Safety in handling of Structural Equipment AND  Machinery (OSHAS 18001)

Basic hand tools: 

  • Use of hand tools and portable equipment applicable to specific trades
  • Portable machinery – Grinding machine / Cut-off machine / Drilling machine
  • Chisels /Hammers/Screwdrivers/Scribers/Punches/Socket Wrenches/Files/Vernier/ Callipers/Clamps
  • Measurement and marking – The application of “Marking Blue”
  • Basic Arc Welding
  • Assembly using space welding
  • Assembly using vertical welding

Applied practical hand skills:

  • Cutting of sample work pieces – Use of grinders and cut-off machine
  • Marking and measurements – Use of Vernier
  • Drilling and thread tapping – Use of centre punch and drilling sizes with wrench tapping
  • Assembly of work pieces
  • Pipe threading / Plate rolling and guillotine work
Subject Specific Program
Electrical – Single Phase – 220V (2 Days)
  • Wiring of premises
  • Identify and select equipment for installation
  • Interpret electrical wiring diagram
  • Install equipment and complete wiring
  • Test and measure electrical wiring
  • Commission and ensure compliance

 

 

PART 3, Advanced Practicals Electrical Light Current (Optional Extra, Done On-Campus)
You can complete 1 week of optional ADVANCED practical hours within your field of study. This is done just after either N4 or before N6 and you will be given a certificate and logbook of the components that you have completed.
Advanced Practical

Single Phase: Wiring of premises

  • Geyser and stove wiring and testing – Extension from Basic course

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  • Campus
    Registration Close Date
    Start Date
    Type
  • 16 January 2019
    21 January 2019
    Full Time
  • 16 January 2019
    21 January 2019
    Part Time
  • Campus
    Registration Close Date
    Start Date
    Type
  • 14 January 2019
    21 January 2019
    Correspondence

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