New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Electrical Engineering (Level 4) - Managed Apprentices
Electrical
A course by
Toi Ohomai
A managed apprenticeship for those wanting a career as an automotive electrical engineer, covering diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of auto electrical and electronic systems in light and heavy vehicles.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Wider BOP/Other, Bay of Plenty
It will take a total of 3 years
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Diagnose and repair automotive electrical faults
Learners will be able to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and electronic faults across a range of vehicle types.
Maintain and repair a range of vehicle systems
Students gain practical skills in maintaining and repairing various vehicle systems including electrical, communication, control, safety, and drive systems.
Apply safe and effective workplace practices
Graduates understand and use effective workplace maintenance and safety procedures relevant to automotive electrical engineering.
What You're Signing Up For
This course prepares students for a rewarding career in the automotive industry focusing on electrical and electronics in vehicles. Learners will gain hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing faults, working on real client vehicles as part of an apprenticeship, with ongoing mentoring and support. Theory is reinforced by practical online assignments. The qualification enables graduates to work on a range of vehicles, including cars, trucks, buses, diggers, and forklifts, covering systems like lighting, control units, communication networks, and more.
Course Content
- Effective Workplace Maintenance and Safety
- Steering and Suspension
- Braking and Electronic Control
- Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- Starting, Charging and Batteries
- Fuel and Emission Systems
- Body Control Electronics and System Software
- Safety Systems
- High Voltage Systems
- Drive Train
- Hydraulics
- Electrical Systems
- Electrical Accessory Systems
- Communication Systems
What you need to know first
Hold a Level 3 qualification in Automotive Engineering or evidence of equivalent skills and knowledge.
Be employed in an automotive engineering workplace operating at industry standard.
Your employer must sign a training agreement with you and Toi Ohomai.
NCEA Level 2 with passes in English/Te Reo Māori or equivalent.
Evidence of ability to complete academic and other programme requirements as per Toi Ohomai regulations.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Automotive
Electrical Engineering
Future employment opportunities might be
Automotive Electrical Engineer
Positions involving diagnosing and repairing automotive electrical and electronic faults
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