New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
Mechanical
A course by
SIT
Gain practical skills in machining, welding, and fabrication through the New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)—setting you up for entry into the mechanical engineering industry and apprenticeship opportunities.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Invercargill, Invercargill
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Apply Health and Safety Practices
Develop knowledge and skills in health and safety legislation to apply appropriate work safety practices in engineering environments.
Perform Engineering Calculations and Drawings
Use numeracy, literacy, and graphical visualization skills to produce trade-related engineering tasks.
Workshop Skills and Materials Handling
Demonstrate workshop skills in measuring, lifting, moving loads/materials, and understanding engineering materials.
What You're Signing Up For
This one-year full-time certificate programme teaches key mechanical engineering skills such as fabrication, welding, machining, general engineering and computer-aided drawing. You'll gain both technical and practical workshop experience, preparing you for apprenticeships or entry-level roles in the mechanical engineering sector.
Course Content
- Engineering Health and Safety
- Engineering Calculations and Drawing
- Workshop Skills
- Machining
- Fabrication
- Welding
- Mechanical Engineering Processes and Quality
- Mechanical Engineering Communication
- First Aid (Manage emergency, provide basic life support)
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 (recommended)
Minimum 10 credits NCEA Level 1 in both literacy and numeracy
Three years’ minimum secondary education
Desire to work in the mechanical engineering industry
For mature applicants (20+): Evidence of ability to succeed, such as prior study at Level 2+ or related employment
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Mechanical engineering
Manufacturing
Industrial trades
Future employment opportunities might be
Specialist Production Welder
Machine Operator
CNC Machine Operator
Metal Worker/Fabricator
Ducting Fabricator
Pipe Fitter/Welder
Metal Polisher
Pattern Maker
Trade Assistant