New Zealand Certificate in Electric Vehicle Automotive Engineering (Level 5)
Electrical
A course by
NorthTec
Acquire advanced skills to diagnose and repair faults in battery electric and hybrid vehicles with this Level 5 certificate designed for experienced automotive engineering technicians.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 5 locations
It will take a total of 1 week
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Diagnose electric and hybrid vehicle faults
Develop advanced skills to diagnose faults in battery electric and hybrid electric vehicles.
Repair advanced EV systems
Gain competence to repair advanced electric and hybrid vehicle systems and related technologies.
Specialise as an automotive engineering technician
Prepare for advanced technical roles focused on electric vehicle diagnostics and maintenance.
What You're Signing Up For
This NZQA-approved certificate is for experienced automotive engineering technicians who wish to become specialists in electric vehicles. The programme provides skills and knowledge to diagnose and repair faults in electric and hybrid electric vehicles and machines. Graduates will be capable of working in workplaces requiring advanced diagnostic and repair capabilities for electric vehicle faults. While most of the theory is delivered online via Otago Polytechnic, students also attend weekly Zoom night classes and participate in a one-week practical block course at NorthTec Future Trades Campus in Whangārei. Local workshops and support are available at regional NorthTec campuses.
Course Content
- Advanced diagnosis of electric vehicle faults
- Repair of battery electric and hybrid electric vehicles
- Specialised electric vehicle systems troubleshooting
- Work-based learning in EV technology
- Online theory and weekly Zoom classes
- One-week intensive block practical course at campus
What you need to know first
Must be at least 16 years old at programme commencement
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level
Physically able to complete programme-specific outcomes
For non-native English speakers: IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5) or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Engineering
Future employment opportunities might be
Automotive Technician
Mechanic
Diesel Mechanic
Car Mechanic
Heavy Vehicle Technician
Light Vehicle Technician
Motor Mechanic
Motorcycle Technician
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