The automotive industry is continually changing, and there is a high demand for qualified automotive technicians. Build a strong foundation with this practical automotive course. Learn how to repair and service light motor vehicles from qualified and experienced tutors. Don’t miss this opportunity to fulfil your professional dreams – enrol with us now!
New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3)
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Description
Course Content
Fees
Entry Requirements
Pathways
Intakes
Description
This programme will help you learn core automotive skills, preparing you for a career in automotive engineering. You will learn how to work safely and effectively in an automotive workshop, using essential workshop tools and equipment for engineering tasks. Graduates of this programme will be able to apply automotive engineering knowledge to service engines, steering, suspension, brake, and driveline systems, and check the operation of and perform minor repairs on electrical and electronic systems.
Course Content
The programme covers the following:
- Professional standards in the motor industry,
- Health and safety,
- Engine diagnostics and service,
- Transmission and driveline assemblies,
- Vehicle clutch systems,
- Exhaust systems,
- Fuel injection systems,
- Automotive workshop tools and equipment,
- Electrical and electronic systems, and
- Steering, suspension, and brake systems.
You will need Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and some resources to study this programme.
This programme can be undertaken either part-time or full-time, giving students the flexibility to manage their home and work commitments along with coursework. Part-time study is typically scheduled in the evenings and on weekends. A full class 1 license is recommended.
Fees
$4,903.00 (inc. GST) or fees free* for eligible students.
If you are a first-time tertiary learner, you may be able to get Fees Free for study or training starting in 2024. If you are eligible, we’ll organise payment of your fees with the Tertiary Education Commission.
The Government has announced that Fees Free for the first year of study or training will finish at the end of 2024. A final-year Fees Free scheme will replace it, starting from 1 January 2025.
Check if you are eligible in 2024, or find out about the final-year Fees Free scheme by visiting FeesFree.govt.nz.
Entry Requirements
The entry requirements for the programme are as below. Talk to us if you are not sure whether you qualify. Our team will help you through this process.
- NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- 16 years of age or over.
- Literacy and Numeracy levels to support studies at level 3.
- Enrolment is also subject to an interview process.
- Motor Industry qualification at level 2 or equivalent knowledge and skills are preferred.
Pathways
Education:
This qualification can lead to level 4 qualifications in automotive engineering or apprenticeship.
Employment:
Graduates of this qualification will have the skills and knowledge to work in entry level positions, under limited supervision in the light vehicle automotive industry.
Intakes
Mangere Campus
Start Date: 30th of September 2024. Class Timings: 8.30am-3pm Monday to Wednesday. Part of class hours (practical hours). Duration: 40 weeks (full-time).
Mangere Campus
Start Date: 30th of September 2024. Class Timings: 5.30pm-8:30pm Monday & Tuesday, Saturday 9am-3pm. Part of class hours (practical hours). Duration: 60 weeks (part-time).
Papakura Campus
Start Date: 18th of November 2024. Class Timings: 5.00pm-9:00pm Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. Duration: 60 weeks (part-time).
What are the benefits
This level 3 certificate has been designed to provide the automotive industry with people who can service light vehicles e.g. cars. As such, it can support you into a job in an automotive workshop and assist you to gain an apprenticeship.
Study can be undertaken either full-time or part-time, allowing for flexible study around your work and home commitments. Practical learning can be completed both at our onsite workshops and through industry placements.
This course is suited to those interested in learning new mechanical and electrical skills, as well as those thinking about automotive engineering as a career. You will graduate from this level 3 programme with the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform confidently as a light motor vehicle trainee mechanic. This course also pathways to an apprenticeship in automotive engineering at level 4.
Students testimonials
I have learnt a lot through this course and I am a full time employee of VTNZ I am enjoying the course every bit and would like to excel on to my level 4 automotive.
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