Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Mechanical
Mechanical
A course by
Whitireia & WelTec
Prepare for a career in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and related industries in New Zealand and globally. This degree aligns with international standards and offers advanced technical knowledge and industry readiness.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Whitireia and WelTec, Wellington
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches

Apply engineering science to complex problems
Graduates will be able to use engineering science principles to analyse and solve complex mechanical engineering problems.

Design sustainable and safe solutions
Students will design solutions that are sustainable, safe, and meet modern engineering standards.

Utilise modern engineering tools
Graduates will be competent in using the latest engineering technologies and software, such as BIM.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Mechanical) at Whitireia and WelTec equips students with skills and knowledge to succeed in the mechanical engineering sector. Covering areas like building services, BIM, financial management, materials strength, energy engineering, and design, this programme gives graduates the ability to analyse problems, design sustainable solutions, and use modern engineering tools. Capstone projects, professional competence, and international recognition ensure graduates are prepared for diverse pathways and ongoing career progression.
Course Content
- Building Services
- Building Information Modelling (BIM)
- Financial Management
- Strength of Materials
- Energy Engineering
- Vibration and Seismic Design
- Air Handling Analysis
- Engineering science and analysis
- Project design and management
- Capstone project in final year
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 3 including: Physics (14 credits), Calculus (14 credits), one other approved subject (14 credits)
Literacy: 10 credits at Level 2 or above (5 reading, 5 writing)
Numeracy: 10 credits at Level 1 or above
Equivalent academic qualifications: University Bursary, Cambridge, IB
Special/Provisional entry may be available for applicants with relevant experience
English language requirement for international students: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall (with no band less than 5.5 reading/listening, 6.0 writing/speaking) or equivalent

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing
Engineering Technology

Future employment opportunities might be
Research and development roles
Technical support
Engineering sales
Quality assurance positions
Engineering management
Engineering Technology Practitioner (TENZ registration)
Government and local authority technical roles