New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
Mechanical
A course by
Wintec
A practical, hands-on entry course in mechanical engineering, focused on core skills needed by tradespeople across manufacturing, aviation, energy, and related sectors.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Develop foundational engineering and mechanical skills
Students will gain hands-on experience with core engineering trades, including safe material use, fabrication techniques, and workshop practice.
Apply health and safety practices
Graduates will demonstrate understanding and implementation of health and safety standards within workshop and engineering settings.
Interpret engineering drawings and perform calculations
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, perform basic calculations applicable to mechanical engineering.
What You're Signing Up For
This year-long course provides foundational mechanical engineering and fabrication skills suitable for entry into the mechanical trades. Students will learn to safely use materials such as steel and plastics to create and maintain equipment for a wide range of industries. The course is highly practical and designed for those starting a career, apprenticeship, or further technical study. Graduates can work in sectors including manufacturing, aviation, energy, and more.
Course Content
- Engineering Health and Safety
- Engineering Calculations and Drawings
- Mechanical Engineering Workshop Skills
- Engineering Machining
- Engineering Fabrication
- Welding
- Mechanical Engineering Processes and Quality
- Mechanical Engineering Communication
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 1 with 10 credits in Numeracy (algebra, trigonometry, measurement recommended) and 10 credits in Literacy
Demonstrated equivalent knowledge and skills (for those not meeting NCEA Level 1 requirement)
IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band lower than 5 (for non-native English speakers), or NZ Certificate in English Language L3 (endorsed General, Workplace, or Academic), or as per NZQF Programme and Accreditation Rules 2013
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing
Aviation
Energy
Future employment opportunities might be
Mechanical Engineering Trades Assistant
Machinist
Fabricator
Welder
Pathway to apprenticeship in mechanical engineering or related trades