New Zealand Certificate in Electric Vehicle Automotive Engineering (Level 5)

Program Overview

This 1-year part-time program, delivered through blended learning, equips experienced automotive engineering technicians with the knowledge and skills to diagnose and repair electric vehicles (EVs). It includes modules on automotive management, drive systems, battery systems, and high voltage auxiliary systems. Graduates are prepared to independently diagnose and repair EVs, advancing their careers in the EV industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Objectives:

• Develop knowledge and skills to safely diagnose and repair electric vehicles (EVs).
• Advance in or enter the EV industry.

Program Description:

• Designed for experienced automotive engineering technicians.
• Delivered through blended learning: in-person, online, and in-work learning.

Outline:

Program Duration:

• 1 year part-time (45 weeks)
• Includes 3 holiday weeks.

Weekly Learning:

• Approximately 12 hours per week:
• Class Time: In-person, online, and in-work learning, including block courses at UCOL Te Pūkenga (Palmerston North campus)
• Industry Experience: Full-time or Part-time employment in an automotive workshop.
Practical hours completed during work hours.
• Study Time: Individual study (5 hours).
• Night classes and practical block courses are also included.

Modules:

• Automotive Management (10 credits)
• Overseeing team responsibilities and ensuring compliance.
• Drive Systems (20 credits)
• Diagnosing, analyzing, and repairing uncommon and complex EV drive system faults to industry standards.
• Battery Systems (20 credits)
• Diagnosing, analyzing, and repairing uncommon and complex EV battery system faults to industry standards.
• High Voltage Auxiliary Systems (20 credits)

Careers:

• Upon completion, graduates are equipped to independently diagnose and repair EVs.

Other:

• This program is being reviewed for alignment with the needs of the industry under Te Pūkenga.
• Learners must provide their own safety equipment: steel cap boots, overalls, basic toolkit, and external storage device.
• Students requiring accommodations for health reasons are advised to inform the Programme Leader in writing before beginning the program.
• Class 1 driver's license is recommended before program completion.
• Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Work experience details:

• No additional work experience hours are required.
• Practical components are integrated within existing work experience within authentic automotive work settings under supervision.

Domestic Fees:

• $1,199.00
International Fees: Additional Fees Compulsory course costs may apply. The fee shown is for one year of study.