New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3)
Mechanical
A course by
Manukau Institute of Technology
Prepare for a career as a mechanic with the New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3) at MIT, covering practical skills for working on cars, trucks, and heavy machinery.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
MIT TechPark, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Work safely in an automotive workshop
Apply safety procedures, use personal protective equipment, and follow policies to ensure a safe workshop environment when working with tools, equipment, and hazardous materials.
Service and maintain engines and driveline systems
Service petrol and diesel engines, including routine maintenance and replacement of components, and understand driveline systems such as transmissions, CVT gearboxes, and cooling systems.
Diagnose and repair automotive electrical and electronic systems
What You're Signing Up For
This Level 3 certificate provides in-class and online learning that equips you for entry-level work in the automotive industry. You'll gain foundational knowledge in safe workshop practices, engines and drivelines, automotive electrical and electronic systems, and brakes, steering, and suspension. The program is designed to meet industry demand for qualified mechanics and emphasizes hands-on, practical training in state-of-the-art facilities.
Course Content
- Automotive workshop safety, tools, and equipment
- Safe working practices and handling hazardous materials
- Automotive engines and driveline systems: petrol and diesel engines, transmission, cooling systems, lubrication, air-conditioning, clutches, intake and exhaust systems
- Automotive electrical and electronic systems: ignition, electronic fuel injection, batteries, hybrid and electric vehicles, charging and starting systems, airbags and seat belts, diesel injection
- Automotive brakes: hydraulic and air brakes, brake system components, maintenance and repair
- Steering and suspension systems: components, manual and power-assisted systems, wheel alignments, suspension and control arms
- Literacy and numeracy assessments (as required)
What you need to know first
Open entry for domestic students; no specific academic requirements.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Automotive Industry
Mechanical Engineering
Trades
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level positions in the automotive industry
Mechanic
Automotive workshop technician