Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Mechanical)

Program Overview

This Engineering Technology degree prepares students with practical skills to design and manufacture tools and machines. It covers core engineering principles such as fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and strength of materials. Graduates can pursue careers as engineering technologists or technicians, with potential for further study in mechanical engineering.

Program Outline

This degree suits students who want to combine engineering theory with practical career skills.

Objectives:

Get qualified to work as an engineering technologist – an area critical to the economy in New Zealand and overseas.You'll get hands-on skills in designing and manufacturing tools, engines, and machines.You'll also learn specialist skills in:

• Fluid mechanics
• Strength of materials
• Thermodynamics
• Heat transfer.
When you graduate, you'll have the skills to get a well-paid job as an engineering technologist or technician.

Outline:

You will need to complete the below 23 courses (360 credits):

Level 5

• 114.508 Engineering Design & Drawing (15 credits)
• 124.503 Mechanics (15 credits)
• 141.514 Engineering Mathematics Level 5 (15 credits)
• 181.518 Engineering Communication (15 credits)
• 243.520 Mechanical Materials (15 credits)
• 243.521 Strength of Materials 1 (15 credits)
• 251.503 Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer (15 credits)
• 502.514 Engineering Computing (15 credits)
• 523.526 Electrical Principles (15 credits)

Level 6

• 523.613 Engineering Project (15 credits)
• 115.617 Engineering Management (15 credits)
• 142.602 Mathematics Level 6 (15 credits)
• 241.609 Applied Computational Modelling (15 credits)
• 241.612 Manufacturing Processes & Production (15 credits)
• 243.620 Mechanics of Machines (15 credits)
• 243.627 Fluid Mechanics (Mechanical) (15 credits)
• 243.634 Strength of Materials 2 (15 credits)
• 251.602 Advanced Thermodynamics (15 credits)

Level 7

• 115.719 Engineering Development Project (30 credits)
• 115.720 Professional Engineering Practice (15 credits)
• 243.703 Energy Engineering (15 credits)
• 271.701 Fluids Power & Advanced Fluid Mechanics (15 credits)
• 341.755 Project Management (15 credits)
• 341.756 Risk Management (15 credits)

Careers:

Upon completion of this programme, students can continue towards:

• Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical)

Career opportunities

You may find employment as an engineering technologist or technician. For potential salaries visit careers.govt.nz.

Domestic fees $7,400 (approx.) per year International fees NZD$30,000 (approx.) per year