CIVIL ENGINEERING
As a civil engineer, you will play an instrumental role in planning,
designing, constructing, maintaining and managing the physical
environment around us, including buildings and structures, transport
systems and water collection, treatment and distribution etc. Civil
engineering is one of the most diverse professions in the engineering
sector. There are several areas of specialization including structural,
construction, geotechnical, traffic, water resources, urban planning,
materials, and many other emerging areas. Graduates go on to become
involved in everything from planning and designing transport systems to
enhancing the energy efficiency of buildings or undertaking the
treatment and restoration of contaminated sites.
Careers you’d be great at
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
Project Management
Waste Water Treatment Officer
Environmental Engineer
Road Construction and Maintenance Manager
Requirements:
Grade 9 (Minimum) with knowledge of Mathematics – Starts
programme at N1
Senior Certificate
NSC (Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy required)
By studying this diploma, you will be given a selection of basic engineering-science and design skills to enable you to begin a career in any of the various fields of practice. So why not join this fast-moving, challenging and rewarding profession today.
Time you will spend on the course:
This is a Three-year full-time or part-time course. A year planner and academic calendar is available at the start of the year with dates and times of classes and campus activities to help you plan your schedule. This includes industrial attachment for workplace experience which the college may help you to secure attachment.
Why study with Southhills TVET Institute?
As soon as you join the Southhills TVET Institute family, you become part of a network of students, lecturers and friends, who will assist and support you during this exciting journey in your life. Our courses are designed to make your learning as comfortable as possible, with facilities that allow you to build your career in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Our lecturers will provide all the support and guidance you require, so you leave Southhills TVET Institute with an unforgettable campus experience
Course content and modules
You will cover these modules during the duration of your diploma:
National N2 Certicate
Mathematics N1
Bricklaying and Plastering Theory N1
Building Drawing N1
Building Science N1
The strength in your qualification
Certificates are awarded by the Department of Higher Education and Training
Upon successful completion of this programme, learners will receive a:
- National Certificate at each level N1, N2, N3, N4, N5, N6
- A National N Diploma (After completing N6 and industrial attachment) in the field of Engineering Studies which is highly recognized in South Africa and Internationally.
- This certificate AND Diploma are awarded by the Department of Higher Education and Training. All qualifications are nationally recognized by industry and universities.
- Upon successful completion of all required subjects, you may write Government Certificate of Competence (GCC) and Register as Candidate Engineer with the South African Council of Engineers (SACE).
- National N2 Certificate
Mathematics N2
Bricklaying and Plastering Theory N2
Building Drawing N2
Building Science N2 - National N3 Certificate
Mathematics N3
Building and Civil Technology N3
Building Drawing N3
Building Science N3 - National N4 Certicate
Mathematics N4
Building & Structural Construction N4
Building & Structural Surveying N4
Building Administration N4 - National N5 Certicate
Mathematics N5
Building & Structural Construction N5
Building & Structural Surveying N5
Building Administration N5
How to get in?
Registering for the National N Diploma (Engineering Studies: Civil Engineering) is simple. We have various touch-points for your convenience. Simply call, email, ll in an online enquiry form, or pop into one of our 17 campuses nationwide, where one of our consultants will gladly assist you.
National N6 Certificate
- Mathematics N6
- Building & Structural Construction N6
- Building & Structural Surveying N6
- Building Administration N6