Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences - Physical Sciences
The purpose of this qualification is to train technologists or graduates who will be able to apply specialised analytical instrumentation to meet requirements of quality control and research and development laboratories. They may be employed as chemists, supervising technicians and technologists in industries such as petrochemical, pharmaceuticals, mining, metallurgy and educational institutions.
Graduates of this qualification will be given an opportunity to pursue their studies in a Postgraduate Diploma or in an Honours Degree. Graduates may apply for full membership of SACI (South African Chemical Institute) and for professional registration as National Science Technologists with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP).
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