Pre-trade apprenticeship training in welding, fabrication and steel construction

Program Overview

The program includes courses in engineering health and safety, drawing and calculations, machinery, fabrication, welding, quality processes, and more.

Program Outline

This practical course includes core engineering, mechanical and fabrication skills. You'll work hands-on with supportive, experienced tutors to develop skills that form the first-year requirements of an engineering apprenticeship. agent if you face fitness or mobility challenges. This programme is not for those wanting a career in automotive or the vehicle servicing industry. 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.

Outline:

• MECH3028 Engineering health and safety (10 credits)
• This course aims to develop ākonga knowledge and skills in relevant health and safety legislation so they can apply appropriate work safety practices and procedures when carrying out tasks in an engineering environment.
• MECH3029 Engineering drawing and calculations (15 credits)
• The aim of this course is to develop basic trade-related numeracy, literacy, and graphic visualisation skills to produce engineering tasks.
• MECH3030 Mechanical engineering workshop skills (15 credits)
• The aim of this course is to develop basic engineering workshop skills in using simple measurement, lifting and moving loads and materials, as well as develop knowledge of common engineering materials.
• MECH3031 Engineering machinery (20 credits)
• The aim of this course is to develop skills in basic machining and workshop practices including applying appropriate engineering work practices when using measuring equipment to perform mechanical machining operations.
• MECH3032 Engineering fabrication (20 credits)
• The aim of this course is to develop basic fabrication skills and techniques as well as develop good working practices when using engineering power tools.
• MECH3033 Welding (20 credits)
• The aim of this course is to develop and apply basic welding principles and skills as well as health and safety processes when welding materials.
• MECH3034 Mechanical engineering processes and quality (10 credits)
• The aim of this course is to develop ākonga knowledge of effective and efficient processes as they take responsibility for their own work in carrying out basic engineering tasks.
• MECH346 Mechanical engineering communication (10 credits)

Careers:

• Graduates of the New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3) programme will be eligible to progress and pathway into industry work-based learning studying the New Zealand qualifications and employment pathways as shown below.
• New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Trade) (Level 4)
• New Zealand Certificate in Engineering Fabrication (Trade) (Level 4)
• New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Building Services (Trade) (Level 4)
• 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: CNC Machine Operator, Mould and Core Maker, Furnace Operator, Machine Operator, Specialist Production Welder, Metal Worker/Fabricator, Ducting Fabricator, Pipe Fitter/Welder, Metal Polisher and Pattern Maker Trade Assistant.
• For potential salaries visit careers.govt.nz.