New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3) - Managed Apprentices
Mechanical
A course by
Toi Ohomai
A practical Level 3 managed apprenticeship for those working in the automotive industry, covering diagnosis, repair, workshop management, and all core vehicle systems required for entry-level automotive engineering roles.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Wider Bay of Plenty/Other
It will take a total of 2 years
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Develop diagnosis and repair skills
Gain well-developed skills in diagnosing and repairing faults across a wide range of vehicles.
Workshop management and customer service
Learn how to effectively manage customer needs and the daily operations in a workshop environment.
Hands-on automotive experience
Undertake practical tasks related to disassembling, measuring, and reassembling engines and vehicle systems.
What You're Signing Up For
With this managed apprenticeship, you'll receive full support through Level 3 and on to Level 4 in automotive engineering while gaining hands-on skills in diagnosis and repair. The programme covers servicing and repairing various vehicle systems, customer service, and essential workplace tasks. You will learn in a task-based and workplace-supported setting, preparing for a career as a qualified automotive engineer.
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
What you need to know first
10 credits in each of literacy and numeracy at NCEA Level 1, OR ability to demonstrate suitable knowledge and skills
Be working in the automotive industry
Class 1 full driver’s licence recommended (restricted or learners licence acceptable)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Automotive engineering
Vehicle repair
Mechanical engineering
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry level positions in the automotive industry
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