FET 2018 FACT SHEET FIELD OF STUDY: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING. National Certificate: N1 Engineering Studies (Electrician)

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1 National Certificate: N1 Engineering Studies DESCRIPTION During your studies you will learn about safety procedures and the use of basic hand tools in the electrical work environment. You will gain an understanding of electrical circuits, and the principle concepts of magnetism and transformers. Topics covered include alternating current, batteries and direct current sources. You will learn how to use measuring instruments such as the voltmeter and the ammeter. You will also study the wiring of premises in terms of testing electrical circuits, and the introduction to principles of electronics. CAREER FIELDS/FURTHER STUDIES Successful students will gain basic knowledge and skills in the electrical field. Please enquire at your nearest Damelin Correspondence College branch for the prospectus containing information with regard to further studies. PROGRAMME OUTLINE: ELECTRICIAN Core subjects: Choose ONE of the following elective subjects: Mathematics N1: basic principles of mathematical calculations; exponents and logarithms the laws and application thereof; the four algebraic operations Electrical Trade Theory N1: safe use of electricity in the environment; alternating currents and measuring instruments, conductors, cables and wire ways; wiring of premises Industrial Electronics N1: atom theory; DC theory semiconductor diodes; semiconductor transistors Engineering Drawing N1: use and care of drawing instruments; different line and lettering types and the use thereof; geometry; construction and reproduction of figures Engineering Science N1: mechanics; heat effects of heat and temperature; electricity simple calculations, resistance and chemical effect of current; and magnetic effect TYPE OF PROGRAMME The National Certificate: N1 Engineering Studies (SAQA ID 67109) is a National Qualification delivered under the auspices of the Department of Higher Education and Training. DURATION You should be able to complete each subject within 3 months. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Grade 9 (Std. 7) with Mathematics and Physical Science, or equivalent. LEARNING MATERIAL AND TEXTBOOKS Quality LEARNING MATERIAL AND TEXTBOOKSs designed specifically for distance study are issued to you on a USB flash drive. Please note that all textbooks and/or kit items are for your own account. Prescribed Textbooks (All textbooks are subject to change) Item Number Title ISBN Number D E1 Engineering Drawing N1 Textbook D E1 Industrial Electronics N1 Textbook D E1 Mathematics N1 Textbook D E2 Engineering Science N1 Textbook D E1 Electrical Trade Theory N1 Textbook PRICING Enquire at your nearest Damelin Correspondence College branch for a current programme pricelist. Page 1 of 3

2 National Certificate: N1 Engineering Studies ADDITIONAL COSTS Registration/course fees do not include (where applicable) membership costs with professional bodies and/or exam costs (internal and/or external). ASSESSMENT The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) is the examining body for these courses. At the conclusion of your studies, you will have to write an external examination set by DHET. You will only be able to register to write the external examination if you pass your formative assessment component by the registration cut-off date(s) that the College will communicate to you. The College will use the formative assessment component to generate a term mark for each of your subjects. The formative assessments refer to the two control tests indicated in the table below. If you pass your formative assessment component by the specified cut-off date(s), you can then register to write your external examinations at a FET College Exam Centre. The College will assist you to fill in the examination entry form and assign you to the relevant exam centre (venue) but accepts no responsibility therefore, and the sole responsibility in respect thereof lies with the student. You may be required to pay to write the two control tests and an examination fee at the exam centre. Please note that this test and examination fee is not included in your course fee. Please note that all the assignments in the study guides are for self-assessment to enable you to prepare for the upcoming control tests and examination. You do not need to submit the assignments for marking. The two tests will contribute towards your term marks on 30 to 70 ratio for test 1 and test 2 respectively. The term mark contributes a 40% towards your final mark; whereas the external examination mark contributes 60%. It is your responsibility to check with the college or relevant exam centre that you have the correct dates for your examinations, BEFORE the registration cut off dates for the examinations. Please note that all exam centres have their own cut-off registration dates as per their own academic calendar and it is your responsibility to make yourself aware of and comply with those deadlines/timelines. Subject/Module Title Formative and Summative Assessment Assignment Test 1 Test 2 External Exam Mathematics N1 Self-assessment Electrical Trade Theory N1 Self-assessment Engineering Science N1 Self-assessment Choose ONE of the following elective subjects Industrial Electronics N1 Self-assessment Engineering Drawing N1 Self-assessment CERTIFICATION Upon successful completion of your required examinations for each subject, you will be awarded your National Certificate: N1 Engineering Studies from the Department of Higher Education and Training. COLLEGE ACCREDITATION AND REGISTRATION Damelin Correspondence College (Pty) Ltd. is provisionally registered as a private college with the Department of Higher Education and Training under the Continuing Education and Training Act, No. 16 of Registration Certificate Number: 2008/FE07/037. Damelin Correspondence College (Pty) Ltd. is provisionally accredited by Umalusi, the Quality Council for General and Further Education and Training. Accreditation number: FET Damelin Correspondence College (Pty) Ltd is further accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Accreditation number: 13/0005. Disclaimer The information contained in this fact sheet is accurate at the time of printing. However, factors beyond Damelin Correspondence College s control (such as environmental, regulatory, or technical changes) may cause the contents of this fact sheet or of the programme to change. In the event of any such change, Damelin Correspondence College will attempt to formally notify current students. All possible measures will be taken to minimise inconvenience to students. All course requirements, including hardware and software requirements, should be acknowledged and adhered to, as per the course brochure. Damelin Correspondence College reserves the right to change kit items without prior notification. Only qualified electricians that have passed the Practical Trade Test are legally permitted to connect cables to electrical motors and switchgears, and handle electrical wiring of all electrically equipped buildings. Page 2 of 3

3 National Certificate: N1 Engineering Studies STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Name of student: I..., hereby acknowledge that I understand the information stated in this document and fully comprehend the specifics explained above and below pertaining to this course. I understand that the programme I am enrolling for is a/an: National Qualification Agent Programme DCC Programme Student's Initials: The value and status of the course type is explained in the course brochure, which I have read. Name of student:... Signature:... Name of legal guardian:... Signature:... (if applicable) Name of student consultant:... Signature:... Date:... * Please note the original signed copy should be kept on the student's record file. Page 3 of 3

4 National Certificate: N2 Engineering Studies DESCRIPTION During your studies you will encounter conductors and cables, and learn to select the correct method of selecting and installing cables. You will acquire the skills of joining conductors and selecting the correct material. Topics covered include DC and AC motors, earth protection, measuring instruments, transformers, and electronics. CAREER FIELDS/FURTHER STUDIES Successful students will gain basic knowledge and skills in the electrical field. Please enquire at your nearest Damelin Correspondence College branch for the prospectus containing information with regard to further studies. PROGRAMME OUTLINE: ELECTRICIAN Core subjects: Choose ONE of the following elective subjects: Mathematics N2: calculations with a pocket calculator; exponents and logarithms; factorisation of expressions; solving of equations, word problems and manipulation of technical formulae, algebraic graphs Engineering Science N2: energy and momentum; mechanical drivers and lifting machines; particle structure of matter and electricity Engineering Drawing N2: first angle orthographic scale drawings; third angle orthographic projection; riveted joints; free-hand sketches Industrial Electronics N2: measuring instruments; transducers; synchro systems; the decibel Electrical Trade Theory N2: conductors and cables; switch gear, contractors and relays; direct current motors and starters TYPE OF PROGRAMME The National Certificate: N2 Engineering Studies (SAQA ID 67375) is a National Qualification delivered under the auspices of the Department of Higher Education and Training. DURATION You should be able to complete in 12 months. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS N1 National Certificate or NQF level 2 or Grade 10 with Mathematics & Physical Sciences. LEARNING MATERIAL AND TEXTBOOKS Quality learning materials designed specifically for distance study are issued to you on a USB flash drive. Please note that all textbooks and/or kit items are for your own account. Prescribed Textbooks (All textbooks are subject to change) Item Number Title ISBN Number D E1 Engineering Science N2 Textbook D E1 Mathematics N2 Textbook D E1 Electrical Trade Theory N2 Textbook D E1 Engineering Drawing N2 Textbook D E1 Industrial Electronics N2 Textbook PRICING Enquire at your nearest Damelin Correspondence College branch for a current programme pricelist. ADDITIONAL COSTS Registration/course fees do not include (where applicable) membership costs with professional bodies and/or exam costs (internal and/or external). Page 1 of 3

5 National Certificate: N2 Engineering Studies ASSESSMENT The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) is the examining body for these courses. At the conclusion of your studies, you will have to write an external examination set by DHET. You will only be able to register to write the external examination if you pass your formative assessment component by the registration cut-off date(s) that the College will communicate to you. The College will use the formative assessment component to generate a term mark for each of your subjects. The formative assessments refer to the two control tests indicated in the table below. If you pass your formative assessment component by the specified cut-off date(s), you can then register to write your external examinations at a FET College Exam Centre. The College will assist you to fill in the examination entry form and assign you to the relevant exam centre (venue) but accepts no responsibility therefore, and the sole responsibility in respect thereof lies with the student. You may be required to pay to write the two control tests and an examination fee at the exam centre. Please note that this test and examination fee is not included in your course fee. Please note that all the assignments in the study guides are for self-assessment to enable you to prepare for the upcoming control tests and examination. You do not need to submit the assignments for marking. The two tests will contribute towards your term marks on 30 to 70 ratio for test 1 and test 2 respectively. The term mark contributes a 40% towards your final mark; whereas the external examination mark contributes 60%. It is your responsibility to check with the college or relevant exam centre that you have the correct dates for your examinations, BEFORE the registration cut off dates for the examinations. Please note that all exam centres have their own cut-off registration dates as per their own academic calendar and it is your responsibility to make yourself aware of and comply with those deadlines/timelines. Subject/Module Title Formative and Summative Assessment Assignment Test 1 Test 2 External Exam Mathematics N2 Self-assessment Engineering Science N2 Self-assessment Electrical Trade Theory N2 Self-assessment Choose ONE of the following elective subjects Engineering Drawing N2 Self-assessment Industrial Electronics N2 Self-assessment CERTIFICATION Upon successful completion of your required examinations for each subject, you will be awarded your National Certificate: N2 Engineering Studies from the Department of Higher Education and Training. If you have successfully passed your National Certificate: N2 Engineering Studies, have served for at least 18 months in the field and have passed the Practical Trade Test, you become a qualified electrician. COLLEGE ACCREDITATION AND REGISTRATION Damelin Correspondence College (Pty) Ltd. is provisionally registered as a private college with the Department of Higher Education and Training under the Continuing Education and Training Act, No. 16 of Registration Certificate Number: 2008/FE07/037. Damelin Correspondence College (Pty) Ltd. is provisionally accredited by Umalusi, the Quality Council for General and Further Education and Training. Accreditation number: FET Damelin Correspondence College (Pty) Ltd is further accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Accreditation number: 13/0005. Disclaimer The information contained in this fact sheet is accurate at the time of printing. However, factors beyond Damelin Correspondence College s control (such as environmental, regulatory, or technical changes) may cause the contents of this fact sheet or of the programme to change. In the event of any such change, Damelin Correspondence College will attempt to formally notify current students. All possible measures will be taken to minimise inconvenience to students. All course requirements, including hardware and software requirements, should be acknowledged and adhered to, as per the course brochure. Damelin Correspondence College reserves the right to change kit items without prior notification. Only qualified electricians that have passed the Practical Trade Test are legally permitted to connect cables to electrical motors and switchgears, and handle electrical wiring of all electrically equipped buildings. Page 2 of 3

6 National Certificate: N2 Engineering Studies STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Name of student: I..., hereby acknowledge that I understand the information stated in this document and fully comprehend the specifics explained above and below pertaining to this course. I understand that the programme I am enrolling for is a/an: National Qualification Agent Programme DCC Programme Student's Initials: The value and status of the course type is explained in the course brochure, which I have read. Name of student:... Signature:... Name of legal guardian:... Signature:... (if applicable) Name of student consultant:... Signature:... Date:... * Please note the original signed copy should be kept on the student's record file. Page 3 of 3

7 National Certificate: N3 Engineering Studies DESCRIPTION During your studies you will learn about the construction of DC machines and DC generators. You will also gain insight into direct current motors and the testing of DC machines. You will study energy losses that may occur in the working of DC machines. You will be taught the principles of alternating current and learn how transformers function in relation to the raising or lowering of voltage. You will also acquire knowledge regarding the foundation principles of electronics and the use of measuring instruments. In addition, you will learn about Motion, Power, Energy, Heat and Hydraulics, Forces and Friction as well as Electrochemistry. Depending on which elective subjects you choose, you may learn about transducers, amplifiers and electronic power controls or alternatively machining symbols, dimensioning, assembly drawing and detailed drawings. CAREER FIELDS/FURTHER STUDIES Successful students will gain the basic knowledge and skills in the electrical field. Please enquire at your nearest Damelin Correspondence College branch for the prospectus containing information with regard to further studies. PROGRAMME OUTLINE: ELECTRICIAN Core subjects: Choose ONE of the following elective subjects: Mathematics N3: factorisation of linear, quadratic and cubical functions; exponents and logarithms calculations with surds and the solution of equations Electrotechnology N3: magnetics, DC machines and DC generators; direct current motors and efficiency testing of DC machines; alternating current theory; transformers; electronics and measuring instruments. Industrial Electronics N3: transducers; operational amplifiers; electronic power controls Engineering Drawing N3: machining symbols; dimensioning; sectioning; and isometric projection, assembly drawing and detailed drawings Engineering Science N3: motion, power, energy and moments; forces and friction; heat and hydraulics; electricity and chemistry. TYPE OF PROGRAMME The National Certificate: N3 Engineering Studies (SAQA ID 67491) is a National Qualification delivered under the auspices of the Department of Higher Education and Training. DURATION You should be able to complete in 12 months. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS N2 National Certificate or equivalent. LEARNING MATERIAL Quality learning materials designed specifically for distance study are issued to you on a USB flash drive. Please note that all textbooks and/or kit items are for your own account. Prescribed Textbooks (All textbooks are subject to change) Item Number Title ISBN Number 64001C-E3 Electrotechnology N3 Textbook A-E1 Engineering Drawing N3 Textbook C-E2 Mathematics N3 Textbook A-E3 Industrial Electronics N3 Textbook C-E2 Engineering Science N3 Textbook Page 1 of 3

8 National Certificate: N3 Engineering Studies PRICING Enquire at your nearest Damelin Correspondence College branch for a current programme pricelist. ADDITIONAL COSTS Registration/course fees do not include (where applicable) membership costs with professional bodies and/or exam costs (internal and/or external). ASSESSMENT The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) is the examining body for these courses. At the conclusion of your studies, you will have to write an external examination set by DHET. You will only be able to register to write the external examination if you pass your formative assessment component by the registration cut-off date(s) that the College will communicate to you. The College will use the formative assessment component to generate a term mark for each of your subjects. The formative assessments refer to the two control tests indicated in the table below. If you pass your formative assessment component by the specified cut-off date(s), you can then register to write your external examinations at a FET College Exam Centre. The College will assist you to fill in the examination entry form and assign you to the relevant exam centre (venue) but accepts no responsibility therefore, and the sole responsibility in respect thereof lies with the student. You may be required to pay to write the two control tests and an examination fee at the exam centre. Please note that this test and examination fee is not included in your course fee. Please note that all the assignments in the study guides are for self-assessment to enable you to prepare for the upcoming control tests and examination. You do not need to submit the assignments for marking. The two tests will contribute towards your term marks on 30 to 70 ratio for test 1 and test 2 respectively. The term mark contributes a 40% towards your final mark; whereas the external examination mark contributes 60%. It is your responsibility to check with the relevant exam centre that you have the correct dates for your examinations, BEFORE the registration cut off dates for the examinations. Please note that all exam centres have their own cut-off registration dates as per their own academic calendar and it is your responsibility to make yourself aware of and comply with those deadlines/timelines. Subject/Module Title Formative and Summative Assessment Assignment Test 1 Test 2 External Exam Mathematics N3 self-assessment Electrotechnology N3 self-assessment Engineering Science N3 self-assessment Choose ONE of the following elective subjects Industrial Electronics N3 self-assessment Engineering Drawing N3 self-assessment CERTIFICATION Upon successful completion of your required exams for each subject, you will be awarded your National Certificate: N3 Engineering Studies from the Department of Higher Education and Training. COLLEGE ACCREDITATION AND REGISTRATION Damelin Correspondence College (Pty) Ltd. is provisionally registered as a private college with the Department of Higher Education and Training under the Continuing Education and Training Act, No. 16 of Registration Certificate Number: 2008/FE07/037. Damelin Correspondence College (Pty) Ltd. is provisionally accredited by Umalusi, the Quality Council for General and Further Education and Training. Accreditation number: FET Damelin Correspondence College (Pty) Ltd is further accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) Accreditation number: 13/0005. Disclaimer The information contained in this fact sheet is accurate at the time of printing. However, factors beyond Damelin Correspondence College s control (such as environmental, regulatory, or technical changes) may cause the contents of this fact sheet or of the programme to change. In the event of any such change, Damelin Correspondence College will attempt to formally notify current students. All possible measures will be taken to minimise inconvenience to students. All course requirements, including hardware and software requirements, should be acknowledged and adhered to, as per the course brochure. DCC reserves the right to change kit items without prior notification. Only qualified electricians that have passed the Practical Trade Test are legally permitted to connect cables to electrical motors and switchgears, and handle electrical wiring of all electrically equipped buildings. Page 2 of 3

9 National Certificate: N3 Engineering Studies STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Name of student: I,..., hereby acknowledge that I understand the information stated in this document and fully comprehend the specifics explained above and below pertaining to this course. I understand that the programme I am enrolling for is a/an: National Qualification Agent Programme DCC Programme Student's Initials: The value and status of the course type is explained in the course brochure, which I have read. Name of student:... Signature:... Name of legal guardian:... Signature:... (if applicable) Name of student consultant:... Signature:... Date:... * Please note the original signed copy should be kept on the student's record file. Page 3 of 3