IIE Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

Are you an innovator, ready to design the machines that drive the future?

Drive innovation in manufacturing, energy, and transport with an ECSA-accredited qualification

About this qualification

The IIE Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering programme, available at Emeris, is accredited by the CHE/HEQC and the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). The Engineering Council of South Africa is the only signatory in Africa to the Washington Accord, therefore allowing for global recognition.

The shortage of skilled mechanical engineers has a widespread effect on South Africa and the African continent at large, affecting the country’s functioning in the globalised business environment and economy. Upon graduating with this degree, your skills will be in high demand, making you sought after by potential employers.

You will be well-prepared to enter the industry upon graduating. Unlike traditional engineering programmes, the IIE Bachelor of Engineering programme will expose you to the role of engineering in the real world as early as the first year of the programme. Our programme ensures that you are equipped with first-hand experience of the value that engineering adds to improving the quality of life in communities.

This mechanical engineering qualification will provide you with the basic skills, knowledge and insights to reach a deeper understanding of managing the built environment, through the application of the principles learnt throughout the programme.

Course

Admission requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements:
  • National Senior Certificate (NSC): Higher Certificate pass with English at 50%, Maths at 70%, and Physical Science at 60%.
  • National Certificate (Vocational) [NC(V)]: Higher Certificate pass with English at 50%, Maths at 70%, and Physical Science at 60%.
  • Senior Certificate (SC): Endorsement required with English at 50%, Maths at 70%, and Physical Science at 60%.
  • Senior Certificate (Amended) [SC(a)]: Bachelor pass with English at 50%, Maths at 70%, and Physical Science at 60%.
  • International Applicants: USAf Exemption Certificate with 50% or equivalent for English AND 70% or equivalent for Maths AND 60% or equivalent is also required for either Physical Science or both Physics and Chemistry.

For alternative admission options, please click here or reach out to student recruitment. Please note, requirements for entry to this qualification are correct at the time of publication, however, these may change.

Curriculum

Year 1 – Semester 1
  • Basic Accounting and Analysis
  • Basic Concepts in Physics
  • Basic Mathematical Concepts
  • Chemistry of Engineering Materials
  • Engineering Design Graphics
  • Innovation and Creative Thinking
  • Introduction to Programming for Engineers
Year 1 – Semester 2
  • Advanced Mathematical Concepts
  • Basics of Electrical and Optical Physics
  • Chemical Reactions in Engineering
  • Financial Accounting
  • Mechanics: The Interaction of Forces
  • Multidisciplinary Applied Community Projects
Year 2 – Semester 3
  • Basic Analogue Electronics
  • Differential and Integral Calculus
  • Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
  • Electromagnetic Theory
  • Financial Management for Engineers
  • Fundamental Principles in Machine Dynamics
  • Introduction to Computer Simulations
Year 2 – Semester 4
  • Advanced Differential and Integral Calculus
  • Digital Electronics
  • Economic Decision Making for Sustainability
  • Mechanics of Fluid Flow Systems
  • Sociological Perspectives of Development
  • Strength of Materials under Simple Loading Conditions
  • Thermodynamic Properties of Fluids
Year 3 – Semester 5
  • Advanced Mechanics of Fluid Flow Systems
  • Basic Concepts in Structural and Machine Design
  • Mechanical Design Project
  • Material Science and Properties
  • Numerical Methods
  • Software Design and Hardware Interfacing
  • Strength of Material Under Complex Loading Conditions
Year 3 – Semester 6
  • Advanced Concepts of Machine Systems Design
  • Communication for Development
  • Mechanical Measurement and Instrumentation
  • Machine Dynamics for Engineering Systems
  • Manufacturing Techniques
  • Statistical Methods
  • Thermal Machinery for Industrial Application
Year 4 – Semester 7
  • Dynamic Behaviour of Fluids
  • Entrepreneurship for Engineering
  • Project Management
  • Power Generation and Renewable Energy
  • Control Systems and Automation (Elective)
  • Maintenance and Reliability Management (Elective)
  • Mass and Heat Transfer (Elective)
  • Mechanical Vibrations Analysis (Elective)
  • Power Systems (Elective)
  • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Elective)
Year 4 – Semester 8
  • Design Project for Mechanical Engineering
  • Research Project for Mechanical Engineering
  • Engineering Graduate Attribute Competence (Mechanical)

Study further with our pathways

Currently there are no post-graduate study opportunities in civil engineering at Emeris. However, graduates from this programme will be able to pursue post-graduate studies at other South African and international universities that offer post-graduate programmes.

Contact your nearest Emeris campus to discuss your career options with one of our Student Advisors.

Accreditation

The IIE Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) and is registered by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) as a 600-credit qualification on level 8 (SAQA ID: 101732). The Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), aligning with the Washington Accord for international qualification recognition.

Career opportunities

  • Maintenance Engineer: Management and maintenance on machinery in manufacturing, mining, and industry plants to enhance and sustain operations.
  • Design Engineer: Individual or part of design teams using engineering tools and software to generate prototypes for a broad range of engineering industries.
  • Process / Production Engineer: Responsible for optimising manufacturing or processing operations by balancing costs and quality.
  • Quality Control / Testing Engineer: Responsible for performing tests, conduct analyses and documentation to ensure industry compliance and quality.
  • Field Service Engineer: Installs and maintains industrial equipment on-site.
  • Project Engineer: Oversees engineering projects, coordinating design, budget, and deliverables.
  • R&D Engineer: Conducts experiments and develops prototypes for clients.

Teaching and Learning strategy

At Emeris, we believe that effective teaching is about creating experiences that foster student growth. Our academic team design activities that challenge students and identify their strengths, allowing for real-time adaptation in the learning journey. By combining subject expertise with teaching insights and digital tools, we extend learning beyond the classroom. This approach ensures students not only keep up but thrive.

Programme information

Duration

4 years full-time


Intakes

February



Mode/s of study


Information

  • Bachelors Degree
  • Course code: BEME0801
  • NQF Level: 8
  • Credits: 600
  • SAQA ID: 101732

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