New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
Mechanical
A course by
Manukau Institute of Technology
A practical, pre-trade course providing core mechanical engineering, fabrication, and welding skills to prepare for engineering apprenticeships.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
MIT TechPark, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Apply Health and Safety in Engineering
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in relevant health and safety legislation and apply appropriate safety practices in an engineering environment.
Interpret Technical Drawings and Conduct Calculations
Develop trade-related numeracy, literacy, and graphic skills to produce and understand engineering tasks.
Demonstrate Workshop Skills
Use measurement, lifting, and handling equipment and materials in an engineering context.
What You're Signing Up For
This qualification offers comprehensive, hands-on training in mechanical engineering, focusing on welding, fabrication, maintenance, and machining. Over one year of full-time study, students develop industry-valued core engineering skills and are prepared for entry into mechanical engineering apprenticeships. Graduates are work-ready for roles in fabrication, machining, or trade assistant positions across a range of engineering industries.
Course Content
- Engineering health and safety legislation and practices
- Trade-related numeracy, literacy, and engineering drawing
- Basic engineering workshop skills
- Machining and workshop practices
- Basic fabrication skills and use of power tools
- Fundamental welding principles and processes
- Engineering processes and quality control
- Mechanical engineering communication and teamwork
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 1 with 10 credits in Numeracy and 10 credits in Literacy
Or equivalent knowledge and skills
English language competency required for non-native speakers (IELTS 5.0 with no band lower than 5.0 or equivalent)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing
Fabrication
Construction
Future employment opportunities might be
Operator or trade assistant roles in mechanical engineering
CNC Machine Operator
Mould and Core Maker
Furnace Operator
Machine Operator
Production Welder
Metal Worker/Fabricator
Ducting Fabricator
Pipe Fitter/Welder
Metal Polisher
Pattern Maker Trade Assistant