Automotive Engineering (Level 3)
Mechanical
A course by
Wintec
Fast-track your entry to a range of automotive careers by studying Automotive Engineering (Level 3) with the Waikato Trades Academy at Wintec. Gain hands-on skills for the motor industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 31 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Demonstrate knowledge of industry safety and emergency procedures
Understand and perform emergency procedures relevant to automotive and related industries.
Perform basic vehicle and machine servicing
Service light vehicles or machines according to industry standards.
Brake system maintenance and diagnosis
Demonstrate knowledge of brake systems, carry out servicing and maintenance including hydraulic system bleeding.
What You're Signing Up For
This hands-on Level 3 course provides an introduction to the NZ Motor Industry, covering basic light vehicle servicing, component identification, and replacement including braking, cooling, driveline, steering, and suspension systems. It is ideal for those seeking entry-level skills for a career in the motor industry, as it delivers a general understanding of motor vehicles and their systems.
Course Content
- Introduction to light vehicle servicing
- Emergency procedures in the automotive industry
- Servicing a vehicle or machine
- Brake systems: knowledge and servicing
- Hydraulic brake system bleeding
- Steering and suspension systems: knowledge and service
- Servicing automotive cooling systems
- Knowledge of automotive cooling systems and engine coolant
- Replacing driveline components
What you need to know first
Applicants must be enrolled through a secondary school.
To progress to year two, students must complete 80% of available year one credits.
Acceptance at discretion of Waikato Trades Academy if the above is not met.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Automotive
Engineering
Trades
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level roles in the automotive servicing and repair sector
Apprenticeships in automotive/mechanical industries