Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Trade) General Engineering
Mechanical
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain the technical and problem solving skills needed to work in mechanical engineering environments, including interpreting drawings, selecting materials and processes, and applying workplace health and safety.
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NZQA Level 4 Certification (280 Credits)
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$ENQUIRE
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 4 Certification (280 Credits)
Entry
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Core skills this course teaches
Technical skills for mechanical engineering
Develop technical skills necessary for working effectively in mechanical engineering environments.
Interpret engineering documents
Skill in interpreting drawings and/or specifications for mechanical engineering tasks.
What You're Signing Up For
This certificate programme delivers the technical and problem solving skills required to work in mechanical engineering environments. Students learn to interpret engineering drawings and specifications, select and use appropriate materials, tools and processes, and work safely in accordance with workplace health and safety standards. The programme is delivered part-time to people employed in the engineering and manufacturing industry and incorporates a managed apprenticeship. Graduates will possess the skills to take on greater responsibility in engineering and manufacturing businesses and have the opportunity to move into supervisory roles or establish their own businesses.
Course Content
- Mechanical Engineering Principles (levels 3 and 4)
- Mechanical Engineering Practices
- Mechanical Engineering Processes
- Strand Based Project and/or Task modules
- Mechanical Engineering Skills
- Maintenance and Welding Skills
- Site Installation
- Advanced Maintenance
- Project Planning
- Management Practice
- Advanced Fluid Power
- Advanced Machining and Measurement
- CAM Programming
What you need to know first
40 credits NCEA Level 1, including 10 literacy and 10 numeracy credits
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Engineering technicianMechanical tradespersonSupervisor or foremanOwner/operator of a business in mechanical engineering or manufacturing sectors
