New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Pre-Trade (Level 3)

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Gain a solid foundation in electrical knowledge and hands-on practical skills to prepare for entry-level employment or apprenticeships in the electrical industry.

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NZQA Level 3 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

Entry

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Invercargill, Invercargill

It will take a total of 1 year

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Demonstrate underpinning electrical knowledge and practical skills

Apply basic electrical knowledge and skills through a wide variety of practical tasks and projects.

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Work in accordance with industry regulations

Work under supervision, following the Electricity Act 1992 and any subsequent amendments, ensuring compliance with industry practice.

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Preparation for entry-level employment or apprenticeship

Acquire the foundation needed for further training or employment as an apprentice in the electrical industry.

What You're Signing Up For

The New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Pre-Trade (Level 3) equips students with fundamental electrical knowledge and practical skills with a focus on a range of practical tasks and projects. Graduates will be able to apply these skills under supervision by a licensed electrical worker in accordance with legislation and industry standards. The programme is designed as a pathway to further training or entry-level roles in the electrical sector.

Course Content

  • CE3001 Electrical Work Practices
  • CE3002 DC Fundamentals
  • CE3003 AC Fundamentals
  • CE3004 Cables, Fittings and Testing
  • CE3005 Supply Systems
  • CE3006 Protection, Plans and Circuits
  • CE3007 Electrical Installations
  • CE3008 Electrical Machines, Transformers and Isolation
  • CE3009 Final Capstone Assessment
  • US32619 Demonstrate fundamental knowledge for working in electrical trades

What you need to know first

Applicants must have NCEA Level 1 with Literacy and Numeracy, or equivalent knowledge and skills.

Preferred: At least 16 years of age and NCEA Level 2 with Literacy and Numeracy, or equivalent knowledge and skills.

Mature applicants (over 20 years) may be considered with evidence of ability to succeed at Level 2 or above in a related discipline and/or related industry experience.

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Electrical trades

  • Engineering

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Entry-level employment in the electrical industry (apprenticeship pathway)

  • Work in related electrical fields under supervision