Pre-trade apprenticeship training in welding, fabrication and steel construction
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Duration and study methods
Full-time for 1 year (36 teaching weeks)
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Start dates
February, July
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Qualification
New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)Programme code: NZ2715 -
Credits
120 -
Locations
MIT TechPark
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Entry requirements
Open entry
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Domestic fees
$6,600 (approx.)
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International fees
Not available to international students
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Youth Guarantee (fees-free*)
Available (eligibility criteria applies) -
Māori and Pasifika Trades Training Scholarship (fees-free*)
Available (eligibility criteria applies)
Programme highlights
Do you want to start out in mechanical engineering trades?
This qualification will prepare you for an apprenticeship in your chosen field.
You will learn specialist skills in:
- Fabrication and welding
- Maintenance engineering
- Fitting and machining.
This programme includes a minimum of 40 hours of industry experience.
You will graduate with a solid foundation in engineering and fabrication skills.
Aspects of this programme are physically demanding, please talk with an Ask Me! agent if you face fitness or mobility challenges.
This programme is not for those wanting a career in automotive or the vehicle servicing industry. Visit our New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3) programme for details on automotive studies.
Please note: A small component of this programme is delivered by a sub-contractor.
You may be required to complete literacy and numeracy assessments as part of this programme.
Entry requirements
General
Open entry for domestic students
There are no academic requirements that need to be met to enter this programme.
English language entry requirements
You will need English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English (an assessment may be required if your first language is not English).
Programme structure
You will need to complete the below eight courses (120 credits):
243.327 Mechanical engineering health and safety (10 credits)
Work safely, applying an understanding of relevant Health and Safety requirements and safety culture, when carrying out engineering task.
243.328 Mechanical engineering drawing and calculations (15 credits)
Apply basic trade-related numeracy, literacy and visualisation skills to perform engineering tasks
243.329 Mechanical engineering workshop basics (20 credits)
Perform a defined range of engineering tasks according to instructions using relevant materials, tools and equipment
243.330 Mechanical engineering materials (20 credits)
Perform a defined range of engineering tasks according to instructions using relevant materials, tools and equipment
243.331 Mechanical engineering basic processes (20 credits)
Set up and carry out a single process engineering job according to instruction
243.332 Welding for mechanical engineers (15 credits)
Set up and carry out a single process engineering job according to instruction
243.333 Mechanical engineering processes and quality (10 credits)
Apply an understanding of the effective and efficient processes and principles to the engineering jobs while taking responsibility for the quality of own engineering work
243.334 Mechanical engineering communication (10 credits)
Participate and communicate effectively within an engineering team
Further training or study
Graduates will be capable of performing a defined range of engineering tasks under limited supervision.
During this programme, students will gain exposure to a range of options available to them in the discipline of mechanical engineering. These include machining, engineering fabrication both light and heavy, mechanical building services and welding.
On completion, students will be able to make an informed decision as to the strand of mechanical engineering they wish to pursue in their apprenticeship. Students will enter into the second year of their apprenticeship with the ITO Competenz, having already completed the year one pre-requisites of an apprenticeship.
Competenz offers apprenticeship programmes including National Certificates in: Engineering, Fabrication (heavy, light or steel construction strand), and National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, with strands in Fitting & Machining, General Engineering, Machining, Maintenance Engineering, or Toolmaking.
Career opportunities
This qualification is to provide the mechanical engineering, construction, manufacturing, and fabrication industries with people who have sufficient underpinning knowledge, understanding, and practical skill to work under limited supervision as operators or trade assistants within their chosen discipline.
It is designed for people already working in the industry or people intending to complete a pre-trade qualification before entering the industry.
Graduates of this qualification will be able to work (under limited supervision) in an operator or trade assistant role in their area of specialisation, in the mechanical engineering, construction, mechanical building services, manufacturing, or fabrication industries.
Roles may include:
Light or heavy fabrication engineering, steel construction, engineering machinist, metal machine setter, metal turner, fitter and turner, CNC operator, construction, sheet metal, maintenance or general engineer, toolmaker, machinist, metal former or fabricator/welder.
For potential salaries visit careers.govt.nz.
Ready to secure your future?
Information is correct as at 29 November 2022. Programme fees are based on a full-time student and may vary depending on your final selection of courses that make up your programme. To provide you with an indication of costs, the approximate fees quoted in this publication are based on the indicative 2023 fee structure. The indicative programme fees for 2023 do not include the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF). The CSSF is an additional levy to your 2023 programme or course fees. Further information about the CSSF can be found here www.manukau.ac.nz/cssf. Programmes stated as eligible for free study in 2023 are based on the 2022 fee structure and subject to funding confirmation for 2023. All fees are in New Zealand Dollars. You will be advised of the current fees at the time of enrolment. All courses and programmes will proceed subject to numbers and academic approval. Manukau Institute of Technology is part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology. Te Pukenga is accredited under the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020. International students must study in class and will not be able to enrol for online study options.