Automotive Taster
Mechanical
A course by
Wintec
A one-day introduction for secondary students interested in the automotive industry, providing hands-on experience with vehicle inspection, tyre installation, brake checks, and basic servicing.
NZ$104
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
NZ$104
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
Core skills this course teaches
Understand fundamentals of vehicle inspection
Students will learn how to perform a basic vehicle inspection and identify key components of a car.
Experience practical automotive workshop activities
Get hands-on with tyre installation, brake checks, and basic vehicle servicing.
What You're Signing Up For
The Automotive Taster is a one-day course designed for Year 11+ students who want an introduction to the automotive industry. Students will participate in practical activities including vehicle inspection, installing tyres, checking brake wear, and basic vehicle servicing, guided by experienced automotive tutors. This taster is a pathway into further automotive engineering study.
Course Content
- Introduction to the automotive industry
- Vehicle inspection
- Tyre installation
- Checking for brake wear
- Basic vehicle servicing
- Identifying main parts of a car
What you need to know first
Year 11 or over
Minimum age 15 due to workshop health and safety requirements
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Entry-level pathway to automotive technician or mechanic trainingGaining experience relevant to automotive apprenticeships
