Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Trade) General Engineering
Mechanical
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain the technical and problem solving skills needed to work in mechanical engineering environments, including interpreting drawings, selecting materials and processes, and applying workplace health and safety.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
It will take a total of 4 years
Core skills this course teaches
Technical skills for mechanical engineering
Develop technical skills necessary for working effectively in mechanical engineering environments.
Interpret engineering documents
Skill in interpreting drawings and/or specifications for mechanical engineering tasks.
Materials and process selection
Learn to select and use appropriate materials, tools, equipment and processes for engineering tasks.
What You're Signing Up For
This certificate programme delivers the technical and problem solving skills required to work in mechanical engineering environments. Students learn to interpret engineering drawings and specifications, select and use appropriate materials, tools and processes, and work safely in accordance with workplace health and safety standards. The programme is delivered part-time to people employed in the engineering and manufacturing industry and incorporates a managed apprenticeship. Graduates will possess the skills to take on greater responsibility in engineering and manufacturing businesses and have the opportunity to move into supervisory roles or establish their own businesses.
Course Content
- Mechanical Engineering Principles (levels 3 and 4)
- Mechanical Engineering Practices
- Mechanical Engineering Processes
- Strand Based Project and/or Task modules
- Mechanical Engineering Skills
- Maintenance and Welding Skills
- Site Installation
- Advanced Maintenance
- Project Planning
- Management Practice
- Advanced Fluid Power
- Advanced Machining and Measurement
- CAM Programming
What you need to know first
40 credits NCEA Level 1, including 10 literacy and 10 numeracy credits
OR New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
Employment in the mechanical engineering industry at time of study and a 3-way training agreement with employer and Ara
Alternative entry based on equivalent skills from study, work, or life experience
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing
Future employment opportunities might be
Engineering technician
Mechanical tradesperson
Supervisor or foreman
Owner/operator of a business in mechanical engineering or manufacturing sectors