New Zealand Certificate in Electric Vehicle Automotive Engineering (Level 5)
Electrical
A course by
Whitireia & WelTec
Gain the skills and knowledge to diagnose and repair faults in battery electric and hybrid electric vehicles and machines. Specialize in advanced automotive engineering for electric vehicles.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Core skills this course teaches
Diagnose and repair electric vehicle drive system faults
Learn to analyse and repair uncommon and complex faults in electric vehicle drive systems to industry standards.
Service energy supply systems in electric vehicles
Gain expertise in diagnosing, analyzing, and repairing energy supply system faults in advanced electric and hybrid vehicles.
Maintain high voltage auxiliary systems
What You're Signing Up For
This programme is designed for experienced automotive engineering technicians looking to upskill or specialize in electric vehicle technology. Participants will learn advanced skills in diagnosing, analyzing, and repairing faults in electric vehicle drive, energy supply, and auxiliary systems to meet automotive industry standards. The course also covers team management and compliance in an automotive setting. Delivered via regular night classes and short block courses, supported by online resources.
Course Content
- Automotive management and team responsibilities
- Compliance in automotive workshops
- Diagnosis and repair of electric vehicle drive systems
- Diagnosis and repair of energy supply system faults in EVs
- Diagnosis and repair of high voltage auxiliary system faults
- Advanced fault analysis for electric/hybrid vehicles
- Industry standards for automotive repairs
What you need to know first
Automotive Engineering qualification at Level 4 or equivalent skills and knowledge
Current workplace first aid certificate is recommended
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Engineering
Future employment opportunities might be
Advanced technician in electric/hybrid vehicle servicing
Automotive electric vehicle specialist
Technical roles in automotive workshops focusing on EVs