New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3)
Mechanical
A course by
Toi Ohomai
Gain hands-on skills in automotive engineering by learning to service and repair a variety of motor vehicles. This practical Level 3 certificate prepares you for entry-level roles in the automotive industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 5 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
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Perform automotive workshop safety
Apply safe working practices in an automotive engineering environment, identifying and managing health and safety risks.
Carry out basic engineering and workshop tasks
Use appropriate tools and equipment to perform common automotive engineering tasks, including welding.
Service and repair engines and engine systems
Disassemble, measure, reassemble, and service engines, demonstrate understanding of engine systems.
What You're Signing Up For
This full-time, practical automotive engineering programme takes students from basic workshop skills through to advanced servicing and repair of a wide range of vehicles. Learners will develop competencies in disassembling, measuring, and reassembling engines, servicing transmission, driveline, brake, steering, and suspension systems, as well as working with electrical, electronic, and high voltage systems. The course includes training in welding and engineering tasks, and is led by qualified tutors. Graduates are ready for entry-level positions in the automotive industry and can progress to further study or managed apprenticeships.
Course Content
- Automotive Workshop Safety
- Basic Workshop Engineering Tasks, Tools and Equipment
- Engines
- Engine Systems
- Driveline Systems
- Electrical and Electronic Systems
- Starting and Charging Systems
- Electronic Controls, High Voltage Systems and HVAC
- Brake Systems
- Steering and Suspension Systems
- Welding and engineering tasks
- Project-based and practical training
What you need to know first
10 credits in each of literacy and numeracy at NCEA Level 1, OR demonstrate suitable knowledge and skills
English language requirements: IELTS 5.0 (no band lower than 5) or equivalent New Zealand Certificate in English Language at Level 3 with appropriate endorsement
A Class 1 full, restricted, or learners driver's licence is recommended but not essential. Guidance to obtain a licence is provided if not held.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Automotive
Mechanical Engineering
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level automotive technician
Automotive engineering assistant
Servicing mechanics roles
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