Certificate in Engineering Fabrication - Steel Construction
Mechanical
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain specialist skills in engineering fabrication, focusing on steel construction through a workplace-based, apprenticeship-driven certificate programme.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
It will take a total of 4 years
Core skills this course teaches
Interpret Fabrication Specifications
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation for fabrication projects.
Apply Industry-standard Fabrication Techniques
Use appropriate fabrication materials, tools, and welding processes to create projects meeting industry standards.
Demonstrate Safe Workplace Practices
Understand and apply health and safety principles and workplace safety culture in fabrication settings.
What You're Signing Up For
This programme enables you to focus on engineering fabrication in the steel construction industry. You’ll learn to interpret specifications and drawings, select suitable materials, use fabrication tools and equipment, and apply welding techniques to an industry standard. The course is designed for individuals employed in the mechanical engineering industry, often completed as part of an apprenticeship. Graduates are equipped for greater responsibility in engineering and manufacturing firms.
Course Content
- Interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
- Material selection and use in fabrication
- Use of fabrication tools and equipment
- Welding at industry standards
- Health and workplace safety
- Heavy fabrication, light fabrication or steel construction (strand selection)
- Workplace-based tasks and projects
- Principles of mechanical engineering
- Site installation and workplace assignments
What you need to know first
40 credits NCEA Level 1, including 10 literacy and 10 numeracy credits OR New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Fabrication
Manufacturing
Steel Construction
Future employment opportunities might be
Fabrication engineer
Steel fabricator