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Faculty of Engineering & Technology

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Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

Civil EngineeringCivil Engineering

Electronic EngineeringElectronic Engineering

Power EngineeringPower Engineering

Process ControlProcess ControlEngineeringEngineering

Computer SystemsComputer SystemsEngineeringEngineering

Industrial Engineering &Industrial Engineering &Operations ManagementOperations Management

Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

Metallurgical EngineeringMetallurgical Engineering

Chemical EngineeringChemical EngineeringDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng & PhDDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng & PhD

Civil EngineeringCivil EngineeringDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng, & DEngDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng, & DEng

Electrical Engineering (Electronics)Electrical Engineering (Electronics)Dip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng, & DEngDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng, & DEng

Electrical Engineering (Power)Electrical Engineering (Power)Dip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng & DEngDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng & DEng

Electrical Engineering (Process Control)Electrical Engineering (Process Control)Dip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng & DEngDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng & DEng

Industrial EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringDip; Advanced Dip; PGD & MEngDip; Advanced Dip; PGD & MEngOperations ManagementOperations ManagementDip; Advanced Dip & PGDDip; Advanced Dip & PGD

Mechanical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng & DEngDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng & DEng

Metallurgical EngineeringMetallurgical EngineeringDip; Advanced Dip; PGD & MEngDip; Advanced Dip; PGD & MEng

Electrical EngineeringElectrical Engineering(Computer Systems(Computer SystemsDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng & DEngDip; Advanced Dip; PGD; MEng & DEng

MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

Table 1: Academic Points Calculation (Please note Life Orientation is excluded from all points’ calculations and bonus points)

NSC Percentages

90% - 100%80% - 89%70% - 79%60% - 69%50% - 59%40% - 49%30% - 39%0% - 29%

NSCAchievementScore/Rating

7

654321

SC HG

A

BCDEFG

SC SG

A

BCDEF

VUTScore

87654320

Maths

3

21

0

Physical/NaturalScience and English

2

1

0

BONUS POINTS

The academic point score (APS) for the Faculty of Engineering and Technology admission requirement is shown in the followingtables for different type of qualifications.Table 2: Diploma programmes in Engineering

Qualification

Diploma:Chemical EngineeringCivil EngineeringElectrical Engineering:· Electronic· Power· Process Control & Computer SystemsIndustrial EngineeringMechanical EngineeringMetallurgical Engineering

Compulsory Subjects

MathematicsPhysical SciencesEnglish Language

Any other 3 subjects with a minimum level of 4, excluding Life Orientation

Total

Minimum for theDiploma programme

444

12

*24

Table 3: Diploma programme in Operations Management

Qualification

Diploma:Operations Management

Compulsory Subjects

MathematicsPhysical SciencesEnglish Language

Any other 3 subjects with a minimum level of 4, excluding Life OrientationTotal

Minimum for the extended Diploma

programme

434

12

23

For admission into Diploma in Engineering Programmes the following should be noted:

· The prospective student’s results must meet the statutory admission requirement.· Bonus points will only be used for selection purposes.· Students that need more information regarding Extended programmes should liaise with their respective HOD’s.· All other grade 12 or equivalent certificates will be treated on ad hoc basis.· International qualifications: All international qualifications will be evaluated by the International Office based on the Swedish scale.· Transfers: Applications from students to transfer from other institutions will be dealt with in terms of the Recognition of Prior Learning and Continuation of Studies policies of VUT.

ENGINEERING COUNCIL OF SOUTH AFRICA

The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) audit all the engineering programmes offered at the Vaal University of Technology every four years. ECSA awards an accreditation status to each programme that meets the standard for the award of the qualification. The standards are designed to meet the educational requirement towards registration as a Candidate or Professional Engineering Technician with ECSA and acceptance as a candidate to write the examinations for Certificated Engineers (for Diploma in Engineering Programmes) and the educational base required for registration as a Profession-al Engineering Technologist and/or Certificated Engineer with ECSA (for the Advanced Diploma in Engineering Programmes).

· *Admission requirements for any of the 4-year extended Diploma programmes in Engineering is a National Senior Certificate with a minimum of 24 APS points, plus a minimum of 4 for Mathematics, Physical Science and English. All candidates with APS scores from 24 – 29 will be required to register for the extended programme.· *Admission requirements for any of the 3-year Diploma programmes in Engineering is a National Senior Certificate with a minimum of 30 APS points, plus a minimum of 4 for Mathematics, Physical Science and English.

DEPARTMENT: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Advanced Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering

Master of Engineering in Chemical EngineeringPhD in Chemical Engineering

DIPLOMA: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING

1.1 Duration of Programme: Three year full-time qualification: Two and a half years (Five semesters S1 to S5); One semester (6 months) Workplace Based Learning (WBL)

1.1.2 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX1A AAECH1AEEESK1AASICT1AAMMAT1AAPHYS1AEESIN1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.1Engineering Chemistry 1Engineering Skills 1ICT Skills 1Mathematics 1Physics 1Social Intelligence 1

CREDITS81051010103

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY2AAAECH2AEMEDR1AEHITC1AAMMAT2AAPHYT2AAPHYP2AEHSPA1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.2Engineering Chemistry 2Engineering Drawing 1Introduction to Chemical Engineering 1Mathematics 2Physics 2 (Theory)Physics 2 (Practical)Safety Principles and Law 1

CREDITS810101210555

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX2ABHMAN1AEHCPI1AAAECH3AEHMEB2AAMMAT3AEHMPO1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.1Management 1Chemical Process Industries 1Engineering Chemistry 3Material and Energy Balance 2Mathematics 3Mechanical Operation 1

CREDITS8101210121012

SEMESTER 3

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY2AEHCOA2AEHCEL1AEHCET2AEHHMT2AEHPCO2AEHPFD2A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.2Computing Applications 2Chemical Engineering Laboratory 1Chemical Eng. Thermodynamics 1Heat and Mass Transfer 1Process Control 1Process Fluid Dynamics 1

CREDITS871212121212

SEMESTER 4

SUBJECT CODEEHATH3AEHCPR3AEHENE1AEHRTE3AEHSEP3AEHCEL2A

SUBJECTApplied Thermodynamics 2Chemical Process DesignEnvironmental Engineering 1Reactor Technology 1Separation Processes 1Chemical Engineering Laboratory 2

CREDITS121212121212

SEMESTER 5

SUBJECT CODEEHEXL1A

SUBJECTWorkplace Based Learning 1

CREDITS60

SEMESTER 6

ADVANCED DIPLOMA1.2.1 Admission Requirements: Diploma in Chemical Engineering or equivalent qualification. All other equivalent qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

1.2.2 Duration of Programme: One year full-time qualification, offered at Vanderbijlpark only.

1.2.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEEHAPD4AEHRMP4A

SUBJECTAdvanced Process DesignResearch Methodology and Project

CREDITS3028

YEAR SUBJECTS

SUBJECT CODEEHAEM4AEHARE4AEHFLM4AEHHMX4A

SUBJECTAdvanced Engineering MathematicsAdvanced Reaction EngineeringAdvanced Fluid MechanicsAdvanced Heat, Mass Transfer and Separa-tion: Mod 1

CREDITS12121210

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEEHHMY4A

EHMAN4AEHCEL4AEHAPC4A

SUBJECTAdvanced Heat, Mass Transfer and Separa-tion: Mod 2Engineering ManagementChemical Engineering LaboratoryAdvanced Process Control

CREDITS11

7812

SEMESTER 2

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA1.3.1 Admission Requirements: Advanced Diploma in Chemical Engineering and equivalent qualification such as BTech in Chemical Engineering. All other equivalent qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

1.3.2 Duration of Programme: One year full-time qualification, offered at Vanderbijlpark only.

1.3.3 Curriculum

SUBJECTCODE

EHPRM5A

EHPEEX5A

EHPPDX5A

SUBJECT

Research Project (Chemical Engineering) *Full YearEnvironmental Engineering I (Chemical Eng)Chemical Process Design I (Chemical Eng)Elective Group YI**

CREDITS

40

15

15

10

SEMESTER 1Core/Fudamental/ElectiveCore

Core

Core

Elective

* Research Project (Chemical Engineering) (Full year)** Elective Group YI *(Elective group Y = A or B)

Subject Elective Groups: The learners will first select a group among petroleum, mineral processing and bioprocessing. Elective YI and YII may not come from different groups. The elective group of subjects to be offered will depend on admission numbers per group (Minimum of 20 students).

SUBJECTCODE

EHPEEY5A

EHPPDY5A

SUBJECT

Environmental Engineering II (Chemical Eng)Chemical Process Design II (Chemical Eng)Elective Group YII***

CREDITS

15

15

10

SEMESTER 2Core/Fudamental/ElectiveCore

Core

Elective

*** Elective Group YII *(Elective group Y = A or B)

SUBJECTCODE

EHPBEX5AEHPBEY5A

SUBJECT

Bioprocess Engineering IBioprocess Engineering II

CREDITS

1010

ELECTIVE GROUP ACore/Fudamental/ElectiveElectiveElective

SUBJECTCODE

EHPPEX5AEHPPEY5A

SUBJECT

Petrochemical Engineering IPetrochemical Engineering II

CREDITS

1010

ELECTIVE GROUP BCore/Fudamental/ElectiveElectiveElective

MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN CHEMICALENGINEERING1.4.1 Admission Requirements: BEng degree in Chemical Engineering or Equivalent level 8 qualification including Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering.

1.4.2 Duration of Programme: At least 1 year full-time research, concluded with a Master Dissertation.

PHD IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING1.5.1 Admission Requirements: MEng. (Chemical Engineering) or equivalent. Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit.

1.5.2 Duration of Programme: At least two years full-time research, concluded with a Doctoral Thesis.

2. WHAT ARE THE FUNCTIONS OF A CHEMICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN?The qualified Chemical engineer/technician may find himself/herself as a member of an engineering team which may consist of engineers, sci-entists, artisans, process personnel, technologists and technicians from other disciplines. Functions may include the commissioning and main-tenance of chemical plants, process control, design and development, optimizing of chemical processes, quality control over the products of the manufacturing processes, feasibility studies and a variety of tasks related to the chemical process industry.

3. CAREER OPPORTUNITIESA profession in the field of Chemical Engineering offers a challenging and exciting career in both the private and public sectors. There is a continu-ous demand for trained manpower in the field of Chemical Engineering. Job designations may vary from production foremen, area superinten-dents, line managers and various others within several branches of heavy, light and general types of industries where the services and expertise of such persons are required.

4. ENQUIRIES Enquiries may be addressed to:The Head of Department: Chemical EngineeringFaculty of Engineering and TechnologyVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021 Vanderbijlpark 1900Tel: (016) 950-9243 Fax: (016) 950-9796 e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.vut.ac.za

DEPARTMENT: CIVIL ENGINEERING Diploma in Civil Engineering, Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering, Postgraduate Diploma in Civil Engineering

Master of Engineering in Civil EngineeringDoctor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

DIPLOMA: CIVIL ENGINEERING1.1 Duration of Programme: This is a three-year course and consists of five semesters university attendance and one semester Workplace Based Learning in industry.

1.1.2 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX1AASICT1AAAECH1AEEESK1AAMMAT1AAPHYS1AEESIN1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.1ICT Skills 1Engineering Chemistry 1Engineering Skills 1Mathematics 1Physics 1Social Intelligence 1

CREDITS81010510103

SEMESTER 1SUBJECT CODEHKCOY1AECAME1AECCOA2AAAECH2AECEDR1AAMMAT2AAPHYP2AAPHYT2AECSPA1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.2Applied Mechanics 1Computing Applications 2Engineering Chemistry 2Engineering Drawing 1Mathematics 2Physics 2 – PracticalPhysics 2 - TheorySafety Principles and Law 1

CREDITS8107101010555

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX2AECCOS1AECCOM1AECEDR2AEYEGE1AECESU1AECSME1AECST2A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.1 Construction Methods 1Construction Materials 1Engineering Drawing 2Engineering Geology 1Engineering Surveying 1Soil Mechanics 1Theory of Structures 2

CREDITS8105101010510

SEMESTER 3

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY2AECCEM1AECCOM2AECEOS2A

ECESU2AECSAN3AECTEN1AECWEN1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.2Civil Engineering Management 1Construction Materials 2Elements of Structural Steel and Timber Design 2Engineering Surveying 2Structural Analysis 3Transportation Engineering 1Water Engineering 1

CREDITS810510

10101010

SEMESTER 4

SUBJECT CODEECCEM2AECDOC1AECEOR3A

ECFMC2AECSME2AECSAN4AECTEN2A

SUBJECTCivil Engineering Management 2Documentation 1Elements of Reinforced Concrete Masonry Design 3Fluid Mechanics 2 (Civil)Soil Mechanics 2Structural Analysis 4Transportation Engineering 2

CREDITS101010

10101010

SEMESTER 5

SUBJECT CODEECEXL1A

SUBJECTWorkplace Based Learning

CREDITS60

SEMESTER 6

ADVANCED DIPLOMA1.2.1 Admission Requirements: A student with relevant qualification on NQF level 6 (min 360 credits) can enter this Advanced Diploma in Civil Engineering or a relevant qualification (e.g. Bachelors in Civil Engineer-ing). The relevant NQF level 6 qualification must be passed with an average of 65% of all the exit level subjects. All other equivalent qualifications will be treated on an ad hoc basis.

1.2.2 Duration of Programme: A one-year full-time course and consists of two semesters’ university attendance (13 modules) that includes two (2) modules on Civil Engineering Research Methods and Project.

1.2.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEECMAT4AECHTE4AECSTR4AECWWE4AECENS4AECREM4A

SUBJECTCivil Engineering MaterialsHighway and Traffic EngineeringStructural AnalysisWater and Wastewater EngineeringEnvironmental Studies Civil Engineering Research Methodology

CREDITS101010101015

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEECEDE4AECSRD4AECRWE4AECRED4AECBDC4A

ECMTT4AECREP4A

SUBJECTEarthworks DesignSteel and Reinforced Concrete DesignRailway EngineeringReticulation DesignBusiness Development in the Civil Engineer-ing EnvironmentManagement Tools and TechniquesCivil Engineering Research Project

CREDITS1010101010

1015

SEMESTER 2

NB: All subjects/modules are compulsory and must be completed in VUT

POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA1.3.1 Admission Requirements: A student with relevant qualification on NQF level 7, typically a Bachelor’s Degree, Advanced Diploma or rel-evant NQF level 7 qualifications can enter this programme. The relevant NQF level 7 qualification must be passed with an average of 65% of all the exit level subjects.

SUBJECTCODEECEEN5AECGTE5AECPCM5AECRPX5A

SUBJECT

Environmental EngineeringGeotechnical EngineeringProject and Construction ManagementResearch Project in Civil Engineering (Module 1)

CREDITS

10201015

SEMESTER 1

1.3.2 Duration of Programme: This is a one-year full-time programme (or a minimum two years part-time programme). Consists of two semes-ters’ university attendance (8 modules) that includes two (2) modules on Civil Engineering Research Project.

1.3.3 Curriculum

SUBJECTCODEECSTE5AECTEN5AECWEN5AECRPY5A

SUBJECT

Structural EngineeringTransportation EngineeringWater EngineeringResearch Project in Civil Engineering (Module 2)

CREDITS

20202025

SEMESTER 2

MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN CIVIL ENGINEERING1.4.1 Admission Requirements: A BEng Degree or Equivalent level 8 qualification including the Postgraduate Diploma in Civil Engineering with an average pass mark of 60% and above. Proof of successful com-pletion of a Vaal University of Technology approved course in Research Methodology. Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit.

1.4.2 Duration of Programme: The equivalent of 1 year, full-time study.

1.4.3 Programme Structure: This programme comprises of a thesis only.

DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING IN CIVIL ENGINEERING1.5.1 Admission Requirements: Master of Engineering in Civil Engi-neering or Equivalent level 9 qualification. Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit.


2. CIVIL ENGINEERING FIELDS

Fields of study includes but is not limited to transportation, water, struc-tural, geotechnical, construction management and urban engineering.

3. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The following selections of careers are available:

Design Draughtsman, Project Official, Site Agent, Municipal Technician, Engineering Surveyor, Quantity Technician, Designer, Laboratory Techni-cian, Contract Manager, Project Planner, Estimator, Quality Controller or a Geo-technician.

4. ENQUIRIES Enquiries may be addressed to:The Head of DepartmentCivil Engineering Faculty of Engineering and TechnologyVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021 VANDERBIJLPARK 1900Tel: (016) 950-9241Fax: (016) 950-9957 e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

DEPARTMENT: ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Electronics), Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Electronics)

Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Electronics)Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (Electronics) / Master of Engineering in Energy Efficiency (MEng Energy Efficiency)

Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (Electronics)

DIPLOMA: ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

1.1 Duration of Programme: Three years full-time qualification, 360 credits. Sixty credits are allocated to Workplace Based Learning which will take place in industry.

1.1.2 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX1AEEESK1AEPEEN1AASICT1AAMMAT1AAPHYS1AEESIN1A AAECH1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.1Engineering Skills 1Electrical Engineering 1ICT Skills 1Mathematics1Physics 1Social Intelligence 1ADDITIONAL SUBJECTEngineering Chemistry 1

CREDITS85101010103 10

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY1AEICOA2AEIDSY1AEPEEN2AAMMAT2AEEELE1AEEWPR1AEESPA1A EIPRI1AAPHYT2AAPHYP2AAAECH2A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.2Computing Applications 2Digital Systems 1Electrical Engineering 2Mathematics 2Electronics 1Projects 1 Safety Principles And Law 1ADDITIONAL SUBJECTSProcess Instrumentation 1Physics 2 (Theory)Physics 2 (Practical)Engineering Chemistry 2

CREDITS871010101075 105510

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX2AEIDSY2AEEELE2AEEWPR2AEECAD1AAMMAT3AEEECO2A EIENP1ABHMAN1AEINET1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.1Digital Systems 2Electronics 2Projects 2 Electrical Cad 1Mathematics 3Electronic Communication 2ADDITIONAL SUBJECTSEngineering Programming 1Management 1Networks 1

CREDITS810107101010 101010

SEMESTER 3

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY2AEEELEC3AEEWPR3AEEDCO2AEECAD2AEEMET3A

EICSY2AEIENP2AEIPRI2AEINET2AEIDCS1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.2Electronics 3Projects 3 Digital Communication 2Electrical Cad 2Measurement Technology 3CHOICE SUBJECTSControl Systems 2Engineering Programming 2Process Instrumentation 2Networks 2Digital Control Systems 1

CREDITS8108101010 1010101010

SEMESTER 4

SUBJECT CODEEEOEL3AEEWPR4AEEMIC3AEERAD3AEETXR3A EEPEL4AEIENP3A

SUBJECTOpto-Electronics 3Projects 4 Microwave Communication 3Radio Engineering 3Transmission 3 (Radio Frequency)ADDITIONAL SUBJECTSPower Electronics 4Engineering Programming 3

CREDITS108101010 1010

SEMESTER 5

SUBJECT CODEEEEXL1AEEEXL2AEEPRJ4A

SUBJECTWorkplace Based Learning 1Workplace Based Learning 2Engineering Project 4

CREDITS141630

SEMESTER 6 WBL PLACEMENT

ADVANCED DIPLOMA1.2.1 Admission Requirements: All applicants must have a Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Electronics) with the provision of a 60% per-formance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the Ad-vanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Electronics). Apart from the prescribed qualification, a specified period of relevant post-qualification practical experience is a prerequisite for registration.

1.2.2 Duration of Programme: The Advanced Diploma is a one-year full-time course.

1.2.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODE

EEPRO4AEIREM4A EEAEL4AEERAD4AEIDSP4AEISPC4A

SUBJECTCOMPULSARYElectrical Engineering Project (AD)Engineering Research Methods (AD)CHOICE SUBJECTSElectronics 4 (AD)Radio Engineering 4 (AD)Digital Signal Processing 4 (AD)Signal Processing 4 (AD)

CREDITS

2515 20202020

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODE

AMAEM4ABHEMN4A EEAMI4AEEAOE4AEESAT4AEICIA4AEIDCS4A

SUBJECTCOMPULSARYAdvanced Engineering Mathematics Engineering Management CHOICE SUBJECTSMicrowave Engineering 4Opto-Electronics 4 Satellite Communication 4 Circuit Analysis 4 Digital Control Systems 4

CREDITS

1510 2020202020

SEMESTER 2

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA1.3.1 Admission Requirements: Students who have completed the Ad-vanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering automatically qualify for entry into this Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering. Students who have completed another relevant qualification are subjected to an RPL process.

1.3.2 Duration of Programme: This is a one-year full-time programme.

1.3.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEEEPRO5A

SUBJECTEngineering Research Project

CREDITS30

YEAR

SUBJECT CODEEEMET5AEEEMN5A

SUBJECTAdvanced Measurement TechnologyEnergy Management

CREDITS2525

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEEEMIC5AEPEEM5A

SUBJECTMicrowave DesignEnergy Efficiency Management

CREDITS2525

SEMESTER 2

MASTER OF ENGINEERING INELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (ELECTRONICS)1.4.1 Admission Requirements: A BEng degree or equivalent level 8 qualification including the Postgraduate Diploma.

1.4.2 Programme Structure: At least 1 year, full-time research, con-cluded with a Master’s dissertation.

MASTER OF ENGINEERING INENERGY EFFICIENCY (MENG ENERGY EFFICIENCY)1.5.1 Admission Requirements: An appropriate BEng or Advanced Diploma.

1.5.2 Programme Structure: One-year full-time or two years part time.

1.5.3 Curriculum

MODULE

Energy Accounting & EconomicsCredits: 20

Process Energy ManagementCredits: 25

MODULE CONTENT

• Building energy use and economic analysis and life cycle costing• Building envelopes and insulation• Energy auditing• Audit instruments• Codes standards and protocols• Energy purchasing• Energy accounting and benchmarking• Energy rates structures• Electrical systems and electricity management

• Fan systems• Pumps and pump systems• Air systems components management.• Heating, ventilating and air conditioning• Understanding and managing boilers: - Operation - Boiler components - Boiler controls and gauges - Boiler fuels - Heat balance for boilers - Boiler efficiency and improvements• Steam distribution systems: - Introduction

Electrical SystemsCredits: 20

Renewable EnergyCredits: 25

Research ProjectCredits: 90

- Steam distribution components - Tracer lines - Waste heat recovery - Improving the hot water distribution system - Cogeneration

• Rate structures• Electrical systems• Electric motors and drives• Tariffs and structures• Electrical protection systems• Energy systems maintenance• Control systems and computers - Need for controls - Types of controls Manual systems Basic automatic controls Web based building automation systems

• Renewable energy sources and water management: - Wind generation - Water energy systems - Geothermal energy - Solar energy - Thermal energy storage - Hydrogen and Fuel Cells• Distributed generation (DG) - Economics of DG - Technologies - Analysing your own facility for DG application - A case study

• Research Project relating to energy sources and/or water management systems pertaining to: - Wind generation systems and optimization - Water energy systems and optimization - Geothermal energy systems and optimization - Solar energy systems and optimization - Thermal energy storage systems and optimization - Hydrogen and Fuel Cell systems and optimization

1.5.4 Enquiries (MEng Energy Efficiency): Prof WJ Bekker Tel: (016) 950-9410 E-mail: [email protected]

DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING IN ELECTRICALENGINEERING (ELECTRONICS)1.6.1 Admission Requirements: A MEng. Electrical Engineering (Elec-tronics). Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit.


1.6.3 Programme Structure: This instructional programme comprises of a thesis only. This qualification is offered at the Vanderbijlpark campus only.

2. ENQUIRIESEnquiries may be addressed to:The Head of Department: Electronic EngineeringFaculty of Engineering and TechnologyVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021 Vanderbijlpark 1900 Tel: (016) 950-9416Fax: (016) 950-9796e-mail: [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

DEPARTMENT: POWER ENGINEERING Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Power), Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Power)

Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Power), Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (Power)Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (Power)

DIPLOMA: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (POWER)1.1 Duration of Programme: Three years full-time qualification, 360 credits. Sixty credits are allocated to Workplace Based Learning which will take place in industry.

1.1.2 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX1AEEESK1AEPEEN1AASICT1AAMMAT1AAPHYS1AEESIN1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.1Engineering Skills 1Electrical Engineering 1ICT Skills 1Mathematics1Physics 1Social Intelligence 1

CREDITS85101010103

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY1AEICOA2AEIDSY1AEPEEN2AEEELE1AAMMAT2AEESPA1A

EMEDR1AAPHYT2AAPHYP2A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.2Computing Applications 2Digital Systems 1Electrical Engineering 2Electronics 1Mathematics 2Safety Principles And Law 1CHOICE SUBJECTSEngineering Drawing 1Physics 2 TheoryPhysics 2 Practical

CREDITS88101010105 1055

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX2AEPEEN3AEPEMA2AEPSYS2AAMMAT3AEEELE2A EIDSY2ABHMAN1AEIPRI1AEMMEC1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.1Electrical Engineering 3Electrical Machines 2Power Systems 2Mathematics 3Electronics 2CHOICE SUBJECT (CHOOSE 1)Digital Systems 2Management 1Process Instruments 1Mechanics 1

CREDITS81010101010 10101010

SEMESTER 3

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY2AEPSYS3AEEPEL3AEPAEN2AEPEMA3AEPEEN4A EICSY2A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.2Power Systems 3Power Electronics 3Alternative Energy 2Electrical Machines 3Electrical Engineering 4CHOICE SUBJECT Control Systems 2

CREDITS81010101010 10

SEMESTER 4

SUBJECT CODEEPEPR3AEPAEN3AEPEMA4AEPTXP3AEEPEL4AEPEMN2A EEELE3A

SUBJECTElectrical Protection 3Alternative Energy 3Electrical Machines 4Transmission 3 Power Electronics 4Energy Management 2CHOICE SUBJECTElectronics 3

CREDITS101010101010 10

SEMESTER 5

SUBJECT CODEEPEXL1AEPEXL2AEPPRJ4A

SUBJECTWorkplace Based Learning 1Workplace Based Learning 2Engineering Project 4

CREDITS141630

SEMESTER 6

1.1.3 Government Certificate of Competency (GCC)The Certificate of Competency as a Mechanical and / or Electrical Engi-neering Technician is issued by the Department of Labour (Factories) or the Department of Minerals and Energy Affairs (Mines) to a person with the necessary academic diploma / degree and practical experience and who has passed a qualifying examination. A person with such a certificate must take responsibility for the operation of a factory or mine where the consumption of electricity exceeds a certain limit.This University is one of a few tertiary institutions accredited to offer Di-plomas complying with the requirements for admission to the GCC exam-ination. This is not a GCC qualification, only a subject package complying with the entry requirements to the GCC examination. This is for the combination of subjects of the National Diploma and NOT for the Diploma in Engineering.

GOVERNMENT CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY (GCC)

• Computer & Programming Skills I• Mathematics I• Mathematics II• Industrial Electronics II• Power Electronics III• Electronics I• Electronics II• Mechanics I• Mechanical Engineering Drawing I• Mechanical Technology I• Mechanical Technology II• Mechanical Technology III• Design Project III• Electrical Distribution 3

• Electrical Engineering, I• Electrical Engineering II• Electrical Engineering III• Electrical Machines II• Electrical Machines III• Electrical Protection III• Digital Systems I• Applied Communication Skills 1.1• Applied Communication Skills 1.2• Applied Communication Skills 2.1 • Applied Communication Skills 2.2 • EDL• Strength of Materials II• Strength of Materials III

Government Certificate of Competency Contact Information:Written application for admission to the examination for the Certificate of Competency can be addressed to:

Mines & Industries Department of Minerals & Energy Affairs Private Bag X59 Pretoria, 0001

The written application must also include a letter stating that all the pre-scribed theoretical requirements have been met. This letter is obtainable from the Department of Power Engineering.

ADVANCED DIPLOMA1.2.1 Admission Requirements: All applicants must have a Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Power) with the provision of a 60% performance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the Advanced Diplo-ma in Electrical Engineering (Power). Apart from the prescribed qualifica-tion, a specified period of relevant post-qualification practical experience is a prerequisite for registration.


1.2.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEEPPRO4AEPREM4AEPHVE4AEPELP4AEPELM4A

SUBJECTElectrical Engineering Project 4Engineering Research Methods 4High Voltage Engineering 4Electrical Protection 4 Electrical Machines 4

CREDITS2515202020

SEMESTER 1 COMPULSORY

SUBJECT CODEAMAEM4ABHEMN4AEPEPS4AEEPOW4A

SUBJECTAdvanced Engineering Mathematics 4Engineering Management 4Electrical Power Systems 4Power Electronics 4

CREDITS15102020

SEMESTER 2 COMPULSORY

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA1.3.1 Admission Requirements: Students who have completed the Ad-vanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering automatically qualify for entry into this Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering. Students who have completed another relevant qualification are subjected to an RPL process.


1.3.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEEPELP5AEPHVE5AEPEPS5A

SUBJECTElectrical ProtectionHigh Voltage EngineeringPower Systems

CREDITS252525

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEEPAEN5AEPEEM5AEXPRO5A

SUBJECTAlternative Energy FeasibilityEnergy Efficiency ManagementEngineering Research Project

CREDITS252530

SEMESTER 2

MASTER OF ENGINEERING INELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (POWER)1.4.1 Admission Requirements: A BEng degree or equivalent level 8 qualification including the Postgraduate Diploma.

1.4.2 Programme Structure: At least 1 year full-time research, conclud-ed with a Master’s dissertation.

DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING IN ELECTRICALENGINEERING (POWER)1.5.1 Admission Requirements: Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (Power). Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit.


1.5.3 Programme Structure: This instructional programme comprises of a doctoral thesis only, offered at the Vanderbijlpark campus.

2. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

A successful candidate can pursue a career as a technician in one of the following specialisation fields: Electrical Machines; Generation of Electricity; Electrical Transmission and Distribution, Electrical Protection, Alternative Energy and Energy Management. The specialisation fields above each offer careers in Design and Development and Maintenance.

3. ENQUIRIES

Enquiries may be addressed to:The Head of Department: Power EngineeringFaculty of Engineering and TechnologyVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021 Vanderbijlpark 1900 Tel: (016) 950-9929Fax: (016) 950-9795e-mail: [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

DEPARTMENT: PROCESS CONTROL AND COMPUTER SYSTEMSDiploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Control and Computer Systems), Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process

Control and Computer Systems), Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Control and Computer Systems)Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (Process Control and Computer Systems)Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (Process Control and Computer Systems)

1.1 Duration of Programme: Offered full-time, contact classes are for a period for six semesters (three years) followed by a one-year Workplace Based Learning (carried out through attachment to industry) component.

1.1.2 Curriculum



CREDITS85101010103

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY1AEICOA2AEIDSY1AAMMAT2AEIPRI1AAPHYP2AAPHYT2AEESPA1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.2Computing Applications 2Digital Systems 1Mathematics 2Process Instrumentation 1Physics 2 PracticalPhysics 2 TheorySafety Principles and Law 1

CREDITS8710101010105

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX2AEPEEN2AEEELE1AEIENP1AEINET1AEIPRI2AAMMAT3A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.1Electrical Engineering 2Electronics 1Engineering Programming 1Networks 1Process Instrumentation 2Mathematics 3

CREDITS8101010101010

SEMESTER 3

SUBJECT CODEEIDCS1AHKCOY2AEIDSY2AEEELEC2AEIENP2AEINET2AEIPRI3A

SUBJECTDigital Control Systems 1Applied Communication Skills 2.2Digital Systems 2Electronics 2Engineering Programming 2Networks 2Process Instrumentation 3

CREDITS1081010101010

SEMESTER 4

SUBJECT CODEEEPEL3AEIDSY3AEINET3AEICSY2AEIDCS2AEIENP3A

SUBJECTPower Electronics 3Digital Systems 3Networks 3Control Systems 2Digital Control Systems 1Engineering Programming 3

CREDITS101010101010

SEMESTER 5

SUBJECT CODE EIDSY 4AEICSY3AEINET4A

EIEXL1AEIEXL2AEIPRJ4A

SUBJECTOPTIONAL ADDITIONALDigital Systems 4Control Systems 3Networks 4WBL PLACEMENTWorkplace Based Learning 1Workplace Based Learning 2Engineering Project 4A

CREDITS 101010

141630

SEMESTER 6

ADVANCED DIPLOMA: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING(Process Control)1.2.1 Admission Requirements: All applicants must have a Diploma in Electrical Engineering: Process Control with the provision of a 60% perfor-mance average in the third year subjects. Certain pre-required subjects in the Diploma in Electrical Engineering: Process Control must also be passed with a 60% average.


1.2.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEEIPRO4AEIREM4AEIPRI4AEIDSP4A

SUBJECTElectrical Engineering Project 4Engineering Research Methods 4Process Instrumentation 4Digital Signal Processing 4

CREDITS25152020

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEAMAEM4ABHEMN4AEIDCS4AEIINT4A

SUBJECTAdvanced Engineering Mathematics 4Engineering Management 4Digital Control Systems 4Industrial Network Systems 4

CREDITS15102020

SEMESTER 2

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA: ELECTRICALENGINEERING(Process Control)1.3.1 Admission Requirements: All applicants must have an Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Control) with the provision of a 60% performance in the Advanced Diploma subjects.


1.3.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODE EIPRP5A

EIASI5A

EIANX5AEIANY5A

SUBJECTGROUP A (Compulsory)Process Control Engineering Research Project 5GROUP B (Compulsory)Advanced Smart Instrumentation Engi-neering 5Advanced Networking Concepts (A) 5Advanced Networking Concepts (B) 5

CREDITS 30

252525

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEEIAPI5A

EIADS5A

EIPCS5A

EISIN5A

SUBJECTAdvanced Process Instrumentation Systems 5Advanced DCS and Safety Systems Engi-neering 5Process Control System Design and Devel-opment 5Smart Industrial Network Control 5

CREDITS25

25

25

25

SEMESTER 2

MASTER OF ENGINEERING INELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (PROCESS CONTROL)1.4.1 Admission Requirements: A BEng degree or equivalent level 8 qualification including the Postgraduate Diploma.


DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING IN ELECTRICALENGINEERING (PROCESS CONTROL)1.5.1 Admission Requirements: Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (Process). Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit.



2. TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR THE INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN

Measurement and control of pressure, level, flow and temperature parameters. Design, installation and maintenance of process control systems and instrumentation. Installation, commissioning and optimisa-tion of various control systems, industrial networks, Safety Systems and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).

DIPLOMA: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING(Process Control)

DIPLOMA: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING(Computer Systems)2.1 Duration of Programme: Offered full-time, contact classes are for a period for six semesters (three years) followed by a one-year Workplace Based Learning (carried out through attachment to industry) component.

2.1.2 Curriculum



CREDITS85101010103

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY1AEICOA2AEIDSY1AEPEEN2AAMMAT2AAPHYP2AAPHYT2AEESPA1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.2Computing Applications 2Digital Systems 1Electrical Engineering 2Mathematics 2Physics 2 PracticalPhysics 2 TheorySafety Principles and Law 1

CREDITS8710101010105

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX2AEIDSY2AEEELE1AEIENP1AEINET1AEISEN1AEIOSY1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.1Digital Systems 2Electronics 1Engineering Programming 1Networks 1Software Engineering 1Operating systems 1

CREDITS8101010101010

SEMESTER 3

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY2AEIDSY3AEEELEC2AEIENP2AEINET2AEIOSY2AEISEN2A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.2Digital Systems 3Electronics 2Engineering Programming 2Networks 2Operating Systems 2Software Engineering 2

CREDITS8101010101010

SEMESTER 4

SUBJECT CODEEIDSY 4AEIENP3AAMMAT3AEINET3AEIOSY3AEISEN3A

SUBJECTDigital Systems 4Engineering Programming 3Mathematics 3Networks 3Operating Systems 3Software Engineering 3

CREDITS101010101010

SEMESTER 5

SUBJECT CODE EIENP4AEINET4A

EIEXC1AEIEXC2AEIPRC4A

SUBJECTCHOICE (At least 1)Engineering Programming 4Networks 4WBL PlacementWorkplace Based Learning 1Workplace Based Learning 2Engineering Project 4A

CREDITS 1010

141630

SEMESTER 6

ADVANCED DIPLOMA: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (Computer Systems)2.2.1 Admission Requirements: All applicants must have a Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Computer Systems) with the provision of a 60% performance average in the third year subjects. Certain pre-required sub-jects in the Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Computer Systems) must also be passed with a 60% average.2.2.2 Duration of Programme: The Advanced Diploma is a one-year full-time course.2.2.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODE EIPRE4AEIREM4A EIMSD4AEEAEL4A EINTP4AEIDBP4A

SUBJECTCOMPULSARYElectrical Engineering Project 4Engineering Research Methods 4GROUP AMicro System Design 4Electronics 4GROUP BNew Technology Programming 4Database Programming 4A

CREDITS 2515 2020

2020

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODE AMAEM4ABHEMN4A

EISEN4AEIWDC4A EICNS4AEIDBS4AEIARI4A

SUBJECTCOMPULSARYAdvanced Engineering Mathematics 4Engineering Management 4GROUP ASoftware Engineering 4Wireless Data Communications 4GROUP BComputer Network Security 4Database Administration 4Artificial Intelligence 4Students must do at least 2 subjects from Group A

CREDITS 1510 2020 202020

SEMESTER 2

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA: ELECTRICALENGINEERING (Computer Systems)2.3.1 Admission Requirements: All applicants must have an Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering: Computer Systems with the provision of a 60% performance in the Advanced Diploma subjects.2.3.2 Duration of Programme: This is a one-year full-time programme.2.3.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODE

EICRP5A

EIASX5AEIASY5AEISNX5AEISNY5A

SUBJECTGROUP A (Compulsory)Computer Engineering Research Project 5GROUP BCo-requisite Modules:Advanced Software Engineering Module 1 5Advanced Software Engineering Module 2 5Systems Engineering Module 1 5Systems Engineering Module 2 5

CREDITS 50

25252525

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEEIANX5AEIANY5A

EICSS5AEIAHS5AEIESS5A

EIOSD5AEIISS5A

SUBJECTAdvanced Networking Module 1 5Advanced Networking Module 2 5Independent Modules:Computer Systems Security 5Advanced Hardware Systems 5Emerging Systems 5GROUP COperating System Design 5Intelligent Systems 5

CREDITS2525

252525

2525

SEMESTER 2

MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN ELECTRICAL ENGI-NEERING (COMPUTER SYSTEMS)2.4.1 Admission Requirements: A BEng degree or equivalent level 8 qualification including the Postgraduate Diploma.


DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING IN ELECTRICALENGINEERING (COMPUTER SYSTEMS)2.5.1 Admission Requirements: Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (Computer Systems). Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit.



3. TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR THE INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIANThe environment where an Instrumentation technician will function is in measurement and control of pressure, level, flow and temperature parameters. The design, installation and maintenance of process control systems and instrumentation. Installation, commissioning and optimisa-tion of various control systems, industrial networks, Safety Systems and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).

4. ENQUIRIESEnquiries may be addressed to:The Head of Department: Process Control and Computer SystemsFaculty of Engineering and TechnologyVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021 Vanderbijlpark 1900

Tel: (016) 950-9254Fax: (016) 950-9727e-mail: [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

DEPARTMENT: INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENTDiploma in Industrial Engineering

Advanced Diploma in Industrial Engineering Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Engineering Master of Engineering in Industrial Engineering

Diploma in Operations Management Advanced Diploma in Operations Management

Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Management

1.1 Duration of Programme: Three-year full-time qualification: Five semesters (S1 to S5) of theoretical learning at the Vaal University of Tech-nology and one semester (at least) of Workplace Based Learning (Indus-try).

1.1.2 Curriculum

DIPLOMA: INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX1AAAECH1AEEESK1AASICT1AAMMAT1AAPHYS1AEESIN1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.1 Engineering Chemistry 1Engineering Skills 1ICT Skills 1Mathematics 1Physics 1Social Intelligence 1

CREDITS81051010103

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY1AEBCOA2AAAECH2AEMEDR1AEBMRE2AAMMAT2AAPHYT2AAPHYP2AEBSPA1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills I.2 Computing Applications 2Engineering Chemistry 2 Engineering Drawing 1Manufacturing Relations 2Mathematics 2Physics 2 (Theory)Physics 2 (Practical)Safety Principles and Law 1

CREDITS8710101010555

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX2AEPEEN1AEBEWS1AEMMEN1AEBPEN1AEBQTE1AEMMEC1AAMMAT3A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.1 Electrical Engineering 1 Engineering Work Study 1Manufacturing Engineering 1Production Engineering 1 Qualitative Techniques 1 Mechanics 1Mathematics 3

CREDITS810101010101010

SEMESTER 3

SUBJECT CODE HKCOY2ABACOS2AEBEWS2AEBFLA2AEMMEN2AEBPEN2AEBQAS2A

EBCAD1AEPEEN2A

SUBJECTCompulsory (All):Applied Communication Skills 2.2 Costing 2 Engineering Work Study 2Facility Layout and Material Handling 2Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering 2Production Engineering 2 Quality Assurance 2Electives* (Only 1):Computer Aided Draughting 1* Electrical Engineering 2*

CREDITS

8101010101010

1010

SEMESTER 4 (All Compulsory and 1 Elective)

EMMAE1AEMMOM2AEMSOM2A

Maintenance 1*Mechanics of Machines 2* Strength of Materials 2*

101010

SUBJECT CODEEBAUT3AEBEWS3AEBIAC3AEBILE3AEBORE3A

SUBJECTAutomation 3 Engineering Work Study 3Industrial Accounting 3 Industrial Leadership 3 Operations Research 3

CREDITS1010101010

SEMESTER 5

SUBJECT CODEEBWIL1A

SUBJECTWork Based Learning (Industrial)

CREDITS60

SEMESTER 6

ADVANCED DIPLOMA: INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING1.2.1 Admission Requirements: A Diploma in Industrial Engineering or equivalent with an overall minimum average of 60% and with a pass in Mathematics 3. All other equivalent qualifications will be treated on an ad hoc basis.


1.2.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEEBMPS4AEBQIC4AEBRMI4A

SUBJECTManufacturing and Production Science 4Quality Control and Improvement 4Research Methods and Industrial Engineer-ing Project 4

CREDITS202020

SEMESTER 1 (All 3 modules are compulsory)

SUBJECT CODE EBFPD4AEBHFE4AEBIEM4A

EBFEE4AEBIKM4A

EBMOS4A

SUBJECTCompulsory modules:Facility Planning and Design 4Human Factors and Ergonomics 4Industrial Engineering Management 4Elective modules (choose one):Financial Engineering and Economics 4*Information and Knowledge Management 4*Modelling and Simulation 4*

CREDITS

202020

2020

20

SEMESTER 2 (3 compulsory modules and 1 elective)

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA: INDUSTRIALENGINEERING1.3.1 Admission Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diplo-ma or relevant NQF level 7 qualification with an overall minimum average of 60%. All other equivalent qualifications will be treated on an ad hoc basis.

1.3.2 Duration of Programme: The Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Engineering is a minimum one-year, full-time course.

1.3.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEEBIPD5A

EBIDI5A

SUBJECTIndustrial Engineering Project Planning and Design 5Industrial Engineering Project Design and Implementation 5

CREDITS30

30

YEAR MODULES (All compulsory)

SUBJECT CODEEBADA5AEBAMS5A

SUBJECTAdvanced Decision Analysis 5Advanced Modelling and Simulation 5

CREDITS2020

SEMESTER 1 (All modules are Compulsory)

SUBJECT CODE EBMPE5A

BAFD5AEBFEN5AEBPRE5A

SUBJECTCompulsory module:Manufacturing and Production Engineering 5Elective modules (choose one):Advanced Facility Design 5*Financial Engineering 5*Project Engineering 5*

CREDITS

20

202020

SEMESTER 2 (1 Compulsory module and 1 Elective)

Please note: All modules must be done at VUT. This is an NQF level 8 qualification with 140 credits.

MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN INDUSTRAILENGINEERING1.4.1 Admission Requirements: A BEng degree or equivalent level 8 qualification including the Postgraduate Diploma.

1.4.2 Programme Structure: At least 1 year full-time study, comprising of a thesis only.

1.5 Job Opportunities: There is a great need for persons who are well trained in Industrial Engineering. Job opportunities as business advisors, industrial analysts, production personnel, planning personnel and line managers are available in all types of manufacturing companies as well as in service organisations. Experience has shown that people with a dynamic personality and a qualification in Industrial Engineering quickly progress to management level or start their own businesses.

1.6. ENQUIRIESEnquiries may be addressed to:The Head of DepartmentIndustrial Engineering & Operations ManagementVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021Vanderbijlpark, 1900

Tel: (016) 950 9287Fax: (016) 950 9797

e-mail: [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

2. Admission Requirements:

Subjects NSC endorsement Eligibility for Diploma Compulsory subjects English 4Mathematics 4Physical Science 3Any other 3 subjects minimum 12 of 4, excl Life Orientation

TOTAL 23

DIPLOMA: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

Note3 = 40-49%4 = 50-59%5 = 60-69%6 = 70-79%7 = 80-89%8 = 90-99%

2.1 Duration of Programme: Five semesters of theoretical learning and one semester Operations Management Practice (Project based).

2.1.2 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX1AASICT1AEBMFX1AAMMAT1AEBOPX1AEBOGX1AEBWPX1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1ICT Skills 1Manufacturing Technology 1.1Mathematics 1Operations Management 1.1Organisational Effectiveness 1.1 Workplace Dynamics 1.1

CREDITS8101010101010

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY1AEBMFY1AEBOPY1AEBOGY1AEBQMA1AEBWPY1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.2Manufacturing Technology 1.2Operations Management 1.2Organisational Effectiveness 1.2Quality Management 1Workplace Dynamics 1.2

CREDITS81010101010

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX2ABACEX1AEBMAX2AEBOGX2AEBQAS2AEBSTX1A

AAECH1AHLAWX1AAPHYS1AASPRG1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 2.1Costing and Estimating 1.1Operations Management 2.1Organisational Effectiveness 2.1Quality Assurance 2 Statistics 1.1(Subjects with * are electives) – choose one:*Engineering Chemistry 1*Labour Law 1.1*Physics 1*Programming 1

CREDITS81010101010

10151010

SEMESTER 3

HKCOY2ABACEY1AEBMAY2AEBMAT2AEBOGY2A

AAECH2AEMMAE2AEMMEN2AAPHYS2AASPRG2A

Applied Communication Skills 2.2Costing and Estimating 1.2Operations Management 2.2Operations Management Techniques 2Organisational Effectiveness 2.2(Subjects with * are electives) – choose one:*Engineering Chemistry 2*Maintenance Engineering 2*Manufacturing Engineering 2*Physics 2*Programming 2

810101010

1010101010

SUBJECT CODE SUBJECT CREDITSSEMESTER 4

SUBJECT CODEEBILE3AEBMAX3AEBMAT3AEBOMG3AEBOEG3A

SUBJECTIndustrial Leadership 3Operations Management 3.1Operations Management Techniques 3Operations Management Technology 3 Organisational Effectiveness 3

CREDITS1010101010

SEMESTER 5

SUBJECT CODEEBMAP1A

SUBJECTOperations Management Practice 1

CREDITS60

SEMESTER 6

ADVANCED DIPLOMA: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT2.2.1 Admission Requirements: A Diploma in Operations Management or other engineering disciplines or equivalent (including National Diplo-ma in Operations Management) with an overall minimum average of 60% and a pass in Mathematics 1. All other equivalent qualifications will be treated on an ad hoc basis.


2.2.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEEBQMA4AEBRMO4A

EBSCM4A

SUBJECTQuality Management 4Research Methodology for Operations Management 4Supply Chain Management 4

CREDITS2020

20

SEMESTER 1 (All 3 modules are compulsory)

SUBJECT CODE EBFIM4AEBWDE4A

EBMAS4AEBMOM4A

SUBJECTCompulsory modules:Financial Management 4Workplace Design 4Elective modules (choose one):Manufacturing Systems 4*Modelling in Operations Management 4*

CREDITS

2020

2020

SEMESTER 2 (2 compulsory modules and 1 elective)


POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA:OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT2.3.1 Admission Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diplo-ma or relevant NQF level 7 qualification with an overall minimum average of 60%. All other equivalent qualifications will be treated on an ad hoc basis.

2.3.2 Duration of Programme: A minimum one-year, full-time course.2.3.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEEBOPD5A

EBODI5A

SUBJECTOperations Management Project Planning and Design 5Operations Management Project Design and Implementation 5

CREDITS30

30

YEAR MODULES (All compulsory)

SUBJECT CODEEBAMA4A

EBQRM5A

SUBJECTAdvanced Modelling in Operations Manage-ment 5Quality and Reliability Management 5

CREDITS20

20

SEMESTER 1 (All modules are Compulsory)

SUBJECT CODE EBOMS5A

EBAIM5AEBAFD5A

SUBJECTCompulsory module:Advanced Manufacturing Systems 5Elective modules (choose one):Advanced Industrial Management 5*Business Finance 5*

CREDITS

20

2020

SEMESTER 2 (1 Compulsory module and 1 Elective)


2.3 JOB OPPORTUNITIESOperations Management offers a challenging and exciting career in the private sector. The expertise and skills that you will achieve find their optimum applications and growth in the manufacturing industry as Production Assistant / Production Planner, Production Scheduler / Head Planner, Production Superintendent, Production Manager and Opera-tions Manager. People with Operations Management qualifications and experience are also well equipped to be in many other industries or to start their own business.

2.4 ENQUIRIESEnquiries may be addressed to:The Head of Department: Industrial Engineering and Operations ManagementVaal University of Technology, Private Bag X021, Vanderbijlpark, 1900

Tel: (016) 950 9287Fax: (016) 950 9797e-mail: [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

DEPARTMENT: MECHANICAL ENGINEERINGDiploma in Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering ,

Postgraduate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Master of Engineering in Mechanical EngineeringDoctor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

DIPLOMA: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING1.1 Duration of Programme: Three-year full-time (six semesters S1 to S6) qualification at the Vaal University of Technology.

1.1.2 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEHKCOX1AAAECH1AEEESK1AASICT1AAMMAT1AAPHYS1AEESIN1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills 1.1 Engineering Chemistry 1Engineering Skills 1ICT Skills 1Mathematics 1Physics 1Social Intelligence 1

CREDITS81051010103

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEHKCOY1AEMCOA2AAAECH2AEMEDR1AAMMAT2AAPHYT2AAPHYP2AEMSPA1A

SUBJECTApplied Communication Skills I.2 Computing Applications 2Engineering Chemistry 2 Engineering Drawing 1Mathematics 2Physics 2 (Theory) Physics 2 (Practical) Safety Principles and Law 1

CREDITS87101010555

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEEMMEC1A

SUBJECTMechanics 1

CREDITS10

SEMESTER 3

SUBJECT CODEEMMED2AEMMOM2AEMSOM2AEMFMM2AEMTHE2AEMPRJ2AHKCOY2AEMCAI1A

SUBJECTMechanical Engineering Design 2Mechanics of Machines 2Strength of Materials 2Fluid Mechanics 2 (Mechanics)Thermodynamics 2Project 2 (WIL Mechanical) Applied Communication Skills 2.2 Computer Aided Draughting 1

CREDITS10101010108810

SEMESTER 4

EMPRJ1AEPEEN1AAMMAT3AHKCOX2AEMMEN1AEMEDR2A

Project 1 (WIL Mechanical)Electrical Engineering 1Mathematics 3Applied Communication Skills 2.1 Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering 1Engineering Drawing 2

7101081010

SUBJECT CODEEMMOM3AEMSOM3AEMFME3AEMTHE3AEMMED3AEMMEN2AEMMAE1AEMPRJ3A

SUBJECTMechanics of Machines 3Strength of Materials 3Fluid Mechanics 3 Thermodynamics 3Mechanical Engineering Design 3Manufacturing Engineering 2Maintenance Engineering 1Project 3 (WIL Mechanical)

CREDITS1010101010101015

SEMESTER 5

SUBJECT CODEEMTOM3AEMAOM3AEMHYM3AEMSPL3AEMMDE3AEMMAE2AEMMEC2AEMEXM1A

SUBJECTTheory of Machines 3Applied Strength of Materials 3Hydraulic Machines 3Steam Plant 3 Machine Design 3 Maintenance Engineering 2 Modelling and Engineering Computation 2 Workplace Based Learning 1 (Mechanical)

CREDITS1010101010101030

SEMESTER 6

ADVANCED DIPLOMA: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING1.2.1 Admission Requirements: Diploma or National Diploma in Me-chanical Engineering with an average of at least 60% in the following sub-jects: Hydraulic Machines 3, Steam Plant 3, Theory of Machines 3, Applied Strength of Materials 3 and Mathematics 3. All other equivalent qualifica-tions will be treated on an ad hoc basis.


1.2.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEEMEPR4AEMECN4AEMAEM4AEMMTS4A

SUBJECTEngineering ProfessionalismEngineering EconomicsApplied Engineering Mathematics Material Science

CREDITS10101515

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEEMTFM4AEMHMT4AEMSMS4AEMVCE4A

SUBJECTThermo-Fluids and Turbo MachineryHeat and Mass TransferSolid Mechanics and Stress AnalysisVibration and Control Engineering

CREDITS15151515

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEEMRMD4A

SUBJECTResearch Methods and Engineering Design Project

CREDITS30

YEAR MODULE

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA: MECHANICALENGINEERING1.3.1 Admission Requirements: Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engi-neering and equivalent qualification.


1.3.3 Curriculum:

SUBJECT CODEEMEAM5AEMEMS5A

SUBJECTAdvanced Engineering MathematicsEngineering Modelling and Simulations Module 1

CREDITS1515

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEEMECM5AEMEES5AEMEMS5B

EMEPM5AEMERE5A

SUBJECTContinuum MechanicsEnergy SystemsEngineering Modelling and Simulations Module 2Production and ManufacturingRefrigeration and Air-conditioning

CREDITS151515

8*7*

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEEMEAR5A

SUBJECTApplied Research Methodology in Mechan-ical Engineering

CREDITS30

YEAR MODULE

* Elective: total credit 15 required

MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN MECHANICALENGINEERING1.4.1 Admission Requirements: A BEng degree or equivalent level 8 qualification including the Postgraduate Diploma.

1.4.2 Programme Structure: At least 1 year full-time study, comprising of a Master’s dissertation only.

DOCTOR OF ENGINEERING IN MECHANICALENGINEERING (DEng. Mechanical)1.5.1 Admission Requirements: Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit.

1.5.2 Programme Structure: At least two years full-time research, concluded with a Doctoral Thesis.


In any heavy or light manufacturing industry, e.g. the chemical industry, iron and steel manufacturing industry, mining industry, power stations, transport services, provincial and government services, etc. Technicians are much sought after and a career in this field is lucrative and rewarding.

3. ENQUIRIESEnquiries may be addressed to:The Head of Department: Mechanical EngineeringVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021VANDERBIJLPARK 1900

Tel: (016) 950-9287/9302Fax: (016) 950-9797 e-mail: [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

DEPARTMENT: METALLURGICAL ENGINEERINGDiploma in Metallurgical Engineering, Advanced Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering

Postgraduate Diploma in Metallurgical EngineeringMaster of Engineering in Metallurgical Engineering

EMEIC5AEMEMM5A

Internal Combustion Engine AnalysisMaintenance Management

8*7*

1.1 Duration of Programme: Three-year full-time qualification. Five semesters, S1 to S5 at the Vaal University of Technology. One semester Workplace Based Learning (WBL).

1.1.2 Curriculum

DIPLOMA: METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING

SUBJECT CODEAMMAT1AAAECH1AAPHYS1AEESIN1AEEESK1AASICT1AHKCOX1A

SUBJECTMathematics 1Engineering Chemistry 1Physics 1Social Intelligence 1Engineering Skills 1ICT Skills 1Applied Communication Skills 1.1

CREDITS10101035108

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEAMMAT2AEMEDR1AAPHYS2AAAECH2AEYSPA1AEYCOA2AHKCOY1A

SUBJECTMathematics 2Engineering Drawing 1Physics 2Engineering Chemistry 2Safety Principles and Law 1Computing Applications 2Applied Communication Skills 1.2

CREDITS10101010578

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEEYPTH1AEYEME1AEYPME1AEYMPR1AEYMAM1AEYEGE1AHKCOX2A

SUBJECTProcess Thermodynamics 1Extractive Metallurgy 1Physical Metallurgy 1Mineral Processing 1Manufacturing Metallurgy 1Engineering Geology 1Applied Communication Skills 2.1

CREDITS1010101010108

SEMESTER 3

SUBJECT CODEEYHYD2AEYPYR2AEYPME2AEYMPR2AEYMAM2AEBQCO2AHKCOY2A

SUBJECTHydrometallurgy 2Pyrometallurgy 2Physical Metallurgy 2Mineral Processing 2Manufacturing Metallurgy 2Quality Control 2Applied Communication Skills 2.2

CREDITS1010101010108

SEMESTER 4

SUBJECT CODEEYHYD3AEYPYR3AEYPME3AEYMPR3AEYMAM3ABHMAN1AEYENC1A

SUBJECTHydrometallurgy 3Pyrometallurgy 3Physical Metallurgy 3Mineral Processing 3Manufacturing Metallurgy 3Management 1Environmental Geochemistry 1

CREDITS101010101088

SEMESTER 5

SUBJECT CODEEYWBL1A

SUBJECTWorkplace Based Learning 1

CREDITS60

SEMESTER 6

ADVANCED DIPLOMA: METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING1.2.1 Admission Requirements: A Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering or the old National Diploma: Engineering Metallurgy.

1.2.2 Duration of Programme: It is a one year programme.

1.2.3 Curriculum

SUBJECT CODEAMMAT3A

SUBJECTMathematics 3

CREDITS10

SEMESTER 1

SUBJECT CODEEBQCO3A

SUBJECTQuality Control 3

CREDITS10

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEEYHYD4AEYPYR4AEYPME4AEYMIP4AEYMAM4AEYPRO2A

SUBJECTHydrometallurgy 4Pyrometallurgy 4Physical Metallurgy 4Mineral Processing 4Manufacturing Metallurgy 4Metallurgical Research Methods and Project 2

CREDITS202020202020

YEAR MODULE

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA: METALLURGICALENGINEERING1.3.1 Admission Requirements: Admission requires a 120 credit Ad-vanced Diploma (NQF level 7) in Metallurgical Engineering.

1.3.2 Duration of Programme: This is a one-year programme.

1.3.3 Curriculum:

SUBJECT CODEEYPTH2AEYMKR5A

SUBJECTProcess Thermodynamics Corrosion Engineering

CREDITS1010

SEMESTER 1PHYSICAL METALLURGY OPTION

SUBJECT CODEEYHMT5A

SUBJECTHeat and Mass Transfer

CREDITS10

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEEYMAS5AEYPRO5AEYPME5AEYMAM5AEYMAE5A

SUBJECTAdvanced Modelling and SimulationPhysical Metallurgy Research Project Physical Metallurgy Manufacturing Metallurgy Materials Engineering

CREDITS2030202020

SEMESTER 1 + 2 (YEAR SUBJECTS)

SUBJECT CODEEYPTH2AEYMKR5A

SUBJECTProcess Thermodynamics Corrosion Engineering

CREDITS1010

SEMESTER 1EXTRACTIVE METALLURGY OPTION

SUBJECT CODEEYHMT5A

SUBJECTHeat and Mass Transfer

CREDITS10

SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT CODEEYMAS5AEYPRO5AEYMIP5AEYHYD5AEYPYR5A

SUBJECTAdvanced Modelling and Simulation Extractive Metallurgy Research Project Mineral Processing Hydrometallurgy Pyrometallurgy

CREDITS2030202020

SEMESTER 1 + 2 (YEAR SUBJECTS)

MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN METALLURGICALENGINEERING1.4.1 Admission Requirements: A BEng degree or equivalent level 8 qualification including the Postgraduate Diploma.

1.4.2 Programme Structure: At least 1 year full-time study, comprising of a Master’s dissertation only.


Many opportunities exist at primary producers of both ferrous and non-ferrous metals as well as in the manufacturing industry.

3. ENQUIRIESEnquiries may be addressed to:Head of Department: Metallurgical EngineeringVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021VANDERBIJLPARK 1900Tel: (016) 950 9243Fax: (016) 950 9796E-mail: [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

VUTSport Academy

WELCOMEThe VUT Sport and Recreation would like to extend a warm welcome to you as a new student on campus. We invite you to make use of the numerous well-equipped sport facilities that are available. We have top quality coaches who are willing to help with your needs. Through sport we build the image of Vaal University of Technology (VUT). We wish you a happy and successful sporting experience.

Where champions meet

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSRegistration at any one of the sport clubs is open to all full time, part time, as well as non-students at VUT. Acceptance to clubs depends on that club’s constitution. There is no discrimination with regard to gender, colour, or creed at the Sport Academy and its associated divisions and clubs. This is also the policy at the Vaal University of Technology. Kindly note that only bona fide VUT students will qualify for selection to national student teams and for representing VUT at the University Sport South Africa (USSA) tournaments and Varsity sport competitions.

SPORT CODESUSSA and Provincial LeaguesTrack and FieldCross CountryRoad RunningTennisTable TennisDanceKarateCricketHockey

RugbyBasketballSoftballVolleyballNetballBody BuildingAerobicsChessFootball

Head: Sport and Recreational Services: Mr. T. Mabulelong (016) 950-9481Administrator: Ms. H. Molatela (016) 950-9282Stadium Manager: Mr. Hannes Hattingh (016) 981 6403

FACILITIESIsak Steyl Stadium2 rugby fields (floodlit) Grandstand & VIP lounge3 soccer fields (floodlit) 1 athletics track (floodlit)throws practice nets (floodlit)Astro hockey field (floodlit) 2 hockey grass fields (floodlit)

Hockey/cricket/soccer clubhouse2 cricket fields (2 x floodlit)8 cricket netsHockey/cricket open pavilion 6 netball courts (floodlit)6 tennis courts (floodlit)3 basketball courts (floodlit) Weight training room VUT radio station

VUT RESIDENCES3 tennis courts (floodlit)2 soccer fields 1 gymnasium

SPORT MERIT BURSARIESMerit bursaries are available and awarded to athletes who are selected for the following categories:

1. Representation on National or International level2. Representation in any South African Junior teams and/or USSA representation.3. SA and/or USSA and/or Provincial representation.4. School Honoury Colors and Regional representation.The annual closing date is 31 October.

SPORT AWARDS Honours:Awarded to athletes who are selected at a senior provincial level or higher and to those who are selected to represent the different USSA teams.

General:The Sport Academy works in conjunction with the Academic Faculties and the Sport Management Department as well as with student sport organizations such as University South Af-rican (USSA), Varsity Sport Competitions (High performance student competitions), as well as South African Sport Federa-tions such as South African Football Association (SAFA), Netball South Africa (NSA), Athletics South Africa (ASA), Basketball South Africa (BSA), Gauteng Cricket Board (GCB), Gauteng Soft-ball Association (GASA), Falcons Rugby, Federation of Dance South Africa (Fedansa) Volleyball South Africa (VSA) etc.

ENQUIRIESSport AcademyVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021Vanderbijlpark 1900Tel: (016) 950-9917Fax: (016) 950-9763Sport & RecreationTel: (016) 950-9282Fax: (016) 950-9763

GPS: S26, 42’ 15.1 /E27, 52’ 35.1

Bursaries & Loans

Financial Aid Office

VISIONTo become recognised as a leading administrative section pro-viding a creative, holistic personalised and satisfactory service to a wide range of clients, to the maximum benefit of all con-cerned.

MISSIONFinancial Aid Office strives to offer a comprehensive internal and external administrative service to all stakeholders, spe-cifically catering for individual needs in a creative and profes-sional manner in order to make a meaningful contribution to their success and in so doing to foster a long term working relationship.The Financial Aid Office offers the following services in order to help students to obtain bursaries and/or loans to be able to complete their studies. Bursaries and/or loans are offered in all study fields at the Vaal University of Technology.

1. SPORT BURSARIESThe Vaal University of Technology offers Sport Bursaries to stu-dents who have excelled in sport. The value of these bursaries is determined by the level of competitions in which candidates have participated.The retention of a sport bursary is dependent on satisfactory academic progress.Contact number: (016) 950 9282 / 9307

2. MERIT AWARD (Academic)2.1 FIRST YEARS

Grade 12 Results% Criteria Bursary75%+ Science Engineering & Technology R15 00070%+ Photography R12 00065%+ Fine Arts R10 000

75%+ Accounting R10 00070%+ Accounting R 6 00065%+ Accounting R 4 000

75%+ Other R 7 50070%+ Other R 5 00065%+ Other R 3 000

Contact number: (016) 950 7652 / 950 9342

2.2 SENIOR STUDENTS Please note:Funds are allocated in the following manner: Annual aggregate of 75+(Minimum 3 registered subjects per annum), R5000 au-tomatic award.

3. COMPANY BURSARIESAt the Vaal University of Technology we fully provide assistance to all company sponsored students. Students who are in pos-

session of confirmation letters must report to the Financial Aid Bureau where their registration will be dealt with.The following assistance is provided* Meal vouchers* Book vouchers* Booking of residence* Sending of statements* Sending of Academic Records* Handling of all refunds* Debt Collection* Company VisitsNOTE: The Vaal University of Technology is not responsible in funding or seeking sponsorship (s) for students. It also remains the responsibility of the student to ensure that their accounts are settled on time.

Should any information be required feel free to contact the fol-lowing numbers:Tel: (016) 950 7652/9342 Fax: (016) 950 9106The Vaal University of Technology will provide assistance to students in securing placements for experiential training but does not guarantee such placements.

4. LOANSi) NSFAS LOANSWhat is NSFAS?The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a loan and bursary scheme operating in terms of Act 56 of 99 and funded by the National Department of Education. NSFAS has been established to assist academically deserving and finan-cially needy students to achieve academic goals at tertiary ed-ucational institutions in South Africa, with particular concern in overcoming barriers created by structural disadvantagement.What does NSFAS offer?- The means to obtain a tertiary qualification- Loans at low interest rates- Loans without guarantees- A reasonable repayment plan

NSFAS convert loan (s) to a Bursary.Up to 40% of the award may be converted into a bursary de-pending on your end of year results.- If you pass all the courses for which you have registered, you qualify for a 40% bursary.- If you pass three quarters of the course, you qualify for a 30% bursary.- If you pass half of the courses, you qualify for a 20% bursary.- If you pass one quarter of the course, you qualify for a 10% bursary.- If you pass none of the courses, you qualify for no bursary at all.

Student Counselling and

Support CareerServices

Student Counselling and Support as a whole is committed to offering career support, career counselling and guidance, therapeutic counselling and support as well as spiritual/pastoral guidance and support.

Career services that are offered within Student Counselling and Support

The Career Centre Support Services include:• Career Guidance• Psychometric Testing • Workplace Preparation: o CV writing o Job hunting skills o Interview skills o Professionalism and ethics• Academic Support: o Adjustment to student life o Study skills/time management o exam preparation o exam and test anxiety o Personal Finance

As enrolled students, the above services are availableFREE of charge.

Prospective students and External Clients can liaise with our department to enable them to make appropriate subject (Grade 9) and career (Grade 11/12) choice as well as graduate career development decisions. Career and subject choice counselling process include:

1. The initial interview (40-60 minutes) and parents are welcome to sit in on the interview2. Psychometric testing (approximately 5 hours) determining your: • interests: which measures how people differ in their motivation, values and opinions in relation to their interests • Aptitude: Which measures how people differ in their ability to perform or carry out different tasks• Personality: Which measures how people differ in their style or manner of doing things and in the way they interact with their environment and other people3. Feedback session (40-60 minutes), where we will be giving feedback about the assessment and discussing the outcomes with you. Parents are welcome to sit in during this sessionProcedure to follow on assessing our services:• Phone (016) 950-9244 or visit us at P021• An initial interview will be arranged, after which a payment ( R600.00) must be made at AW-Building into cost code 4220/5460. The receipt must be forwarded to us.• A booking for psychometric testing will be confirmed as soon as the proof of payment is received• The payment includes the feedback session that will be scheduled after the psychometric testing to discuss the results.Career Assessments and Career Guidance Services are offered to Grade 9-12 Learners as well as those who have graduates and are looking to develop in their career.

Office Hours:Monday – Friday08:30-16:30For Further information, please feel to contact us and calling our office

Where to find us: P-Block (P021-ground floor)Contact number: (016) 950 9244

www.vut.ac.za

@ScsVutVUT- Student Counselling and Support

What is a loan?- A loan is the money you borrow to cover tertiary studies.- This loan has to be repaid.

Who qualifies for a NSFAS loan?You can qualify for a NSFAS loan if you are:- A South African citizen;- Registered at a South African university or University of Technology;- An undergraduate, studying for a first tertiary educational qualification; or- Studying for a second tertiary qualification, if this is necessary to practice in your chosen profession; (e.g. LLB or HDE)- Able to demonstrate potential for academic success;- Financially needy;- You will, however, be expected to make your own family contribution towards the total costs of your studies. (EFC)How much money do you get?- There is a minimum award and a maximum award, which is determined annually by NSFAS. Please enquire at the Financial Aid Office for the current limits.

Where do you apply for a loan?At the Financial Aid Office of the Vaal University of Technology.

NOTE:Interest on NSFAS awards is determined annually by NSFAS.

Closing dates:Senior students (year and first semester courses) 04 October.First year students (year and semester courses) 31 October.Late first year applicants: 24 January.Late applicants will only be considered for awards if funds are available.

Contact numbers:(016) 950 9484, 9972, 9486, 9485, 9571Brochures for NSFAS ‘Students guide to funding’ are available at the Finan-cial Aid Bureau office.

Apply for a loan at the Finance Office,Window 14&15, VUT

Please contact your customer service consultant,Nonkululeko Jali.

Tel: 016 950 9948 | Email: [email protected] more information, visit www.fundi.co.za

At Fundi, we cover study fees, registration fees, outstanding balances, text books, accommodation, uniforms and stationery,

laptops, tablets and other study tools.

With the agreement we have with various institutions around South Africa, we pay direct into the institutions.

And the applicant pays us back with low interest rate and at an affordable monthly repayment.

For someone to qualify for a Fundi Loan, the person must be permanently employed.

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY

Major expenses for the year:Registration fee, Accommodation, Class / Course Fees, Books, Pocket Money, Transport.For costs see VUT website www.vut.ac.za (look under: Study at VUT, Tution Fees & Study Loans).Application for Admission & Accommodation:Prospective students are advised to apply early in the year preceding registration for admissionto the course, and / or for hostel accommodation.Arrangements can be made to visit the campus in this regard.Closing date for admission 30 September.Closing date for accommodation applications 31 October.International Students:31 OctoberHow to apply:See front page of application form or VUT website (www.vut.ac.za) click on “study at VUT” and then “admissions and how to apply” and then “how to apply”.Enquiries:General Tel: (016) 950 9924/5 or Call Centre 0861 861 888Admission Enquiries: (016) 950 9356Application Status: Self-checkGo to VUT website - www.vut.ac.zaClick on “admisssions new students”Click on “check your application status”Click on blue block “check your application status”Enter student or identification numberClick “submit”The Department of Co-operative Education assists in experiential learning administrationand placements.Contact details: Tel: (016) 950 9496 Fax: (016) 950 9759 E-mail: [email protected] institution makes every attempt to accommodate students with disabilities.Whilst every effort has been made to present you with the relevant informationin this brochure, program offerings may be subject to change in order to keep abreast with new developments in the higher education landscape. The institution therefore reserves the right to unilaterally change or amend any of the content / structures contained herein.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING Tel: (016) 950 9243, Fax: (016) 950 9796, e-mail: [email protected] ENGINEERING AND BUILDING Tel: (016) 950 9241, Fax: (016) 950 9957, e-mail: [email protected] ENGINEERING Tel: (016) 950 9416, Fax: (016) 950 9796 e-mail: [email protected] ENGINEERING Tel: (016) 950 9929, Fax (016) 950 9795, e-mail: [email protected] CONTROL AND COMPUTER SYSTEM Tel: (016) 950 9323, Fax: (016) 950 9727, e-mail: [email protected] ENGINEERING AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT Tel: (016) 950 9287, Fax: (016) 950 9797 e-mail: [email protected] ENGINEERING Tel: (016) 950 9287, Fax: (016) 950 9797, e-mail: [email protected] ENGINEERING Tel: (016) 950 9243, Fax: (016) 950 9796, e-mail: [email protected]

Vaal University of Technology, Private Bag X021 VANDERBIJLPARK 1900,Tel: (016) 950-9323; Fax: (016) 950-9727 e-mail: [email protected], website: www.vut.ac.za

Whilst every effort has been made to present the relevant information in this brochure, programme offerings may be subject to change in order to keep abreast with new developments in the higher education landscape. The institution therefore reserves the right to unilaterally change or

amend any of the content/structures contained herein.

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